Edition 102, Page 3

Encouraging the Christian Husband to Talk

Contributor: D Allen

Here's a question for the Christian husband. How are you doing in the bedroom?

Before you answer let me add a filter to that question. How are you doing in the bedroom...in your wife's opinion? Most men, even the Christian husband, have over inflated egos, seeing themselves as a great lover, a real Casanova or Don Juan if you will. But truth be known, such is not usually the case.

In fact, most men have a lot to learn when it comes to pleasing their wives in the  read more >

Prescription for Loneliness

Contributor: Richard Blake

The headline read, "Senior Swimmers Summon Secret Strategy." Featured in the article was the "Iron Man," 71 year old Fred Rogers. Rogers won medals in the Senior Games swimming competition held at a local swim club.

The local chapter of the American Heart Association is looking for volunteers to serve on its board of directors. The board works to reduce death and disability due to strokes and cardiovascular disease  read more >

Attaboy! Encouraging Phrases That Build Confidence and Positive Action

Contributor: Judy H. Wright

Home, home on the range,

Where never is heard

A discouraging word

And the skies are not cloudy all day!

Oh, that would be wonderful but most parents and bosses tend to feel that criticism and pointing out what is wrong will make others want to do what is right.  read more >

The Destructive Cycle of Negative Thinking

Contributor: Gary Smalley

"Negative Thinking" (also called false or irrational beliefs, unrealistic expectations, self-defeating attitudes, unjustified negative explanations, or illogical conclusions) is powerful because how a partner perceives and interprets what the other does can be far more important in determining marital satisfaction than those actions themselves.

Negative thinking occurs when a spouse consistently believes that the motives of the other are more negative than is really the case. In other words, a husband or wife interprets the  read more >

Writing New Marriage History

Contributor: Dr. David Hawkins

"Negative Thinking" (also called false or irrational beliefs, unrealistic expectations, self-defeating attitudes, unjustified negative explanations, or illogical conclusions) is powerful because how a partner perceives and interprets what the other does can be far more important in determining marital satisfaction than those actions themselves.

Negative thinking occurs when a spouse consistently believes that the motives of the other are more negative than is really the case. In other words, a husband or wife interprets the   read more >

Advice for Families

Contributor: Anonymous

By the time a child reaches 4 years of age, the focus of discipline should not only be on his or her behavior, but also on the attitudes motivating it. The task of shaping this expression of the personality can be relatively simple or incredibly difficult, depending on the basic temperament of a particular child. Some youngsters are naturally warm and loving and trusting, while others sincerely believe the world is out to get them. Some enjoy giving sharing, while their siblings may be selfish and demanding. Some smile throughout the day while  read more >