10 Questions to Ask Your Child’s Date
Movies have a way of making puppy love seem sweet and innocent. But when our kids begin dating in real life, it becomes a whole different ball game. So how involved should dads be in their child’s dating life? Well, here are some things to know about the person your child is dating. First, learn the basics. For safety reasons, you should know their cell number, the type of car they drive, their parents’…
Feeling Overwhelmed All the Time?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the pressures and busyness of life, you’re not alone. And if you aren’t careful, those things can lead you to a searing desert where joy evaporates. But solitude and silence are an oasis that can help you gain perspective in at least five ways. First, solitude and silence can make you feel helpless and help you realize you’re not in control of so many things in life. And when you…
5 Reasons Why Home is the Hardest Place to Lead
It’s tough to lead at the office. You have constant HR headaches, cash flow issues, and operational problems, just to name a few. But it’s a lot tougher to lead at home. Why? First, you can’t fire your children. You’re a parent forever, no matter what your children say or do. Second, there is no paid or unpaid time off. You are always on the job, 24/7, doing their laundry, helping with homework, carpooling them…
Are You Being Curt or Courteous with Your Spouse?
Words matter. I choose them carefully and look for the right words for the situation. But I’ve learned there’s a fine line between being curt and courteous. How we say the words is as important as what we say. There are three things we need to remember about communicating with our spouse that make all the difference. First, the way we use our body can change an innocent comment into the start of something bad. …
8 Great Dates for Moms and Sons
You see your son every day. But how often do you spend uninterrupted one-on-one time with him? Love your son well by planning out a date for just the two of you. Here are some great dates for moms and sons. First, play a sport together. Most boys love being active. Even if you’re not the best athlete, be a good sport by going to the batting cages or basketball courts with him. Second, chow down. Surprise…
6 Relationship Truths About Family
When it comes to relationships, communication can be emotional. So it needs to be handled carefully. There are some basic truths that Susan and I try to keep in mind when we’re trying to sort through relational issues. First, remember that we’re all made for relationships. Maybe this is obvious, but we sometimes forget that life is not just all about “me.” When we get stuck on ourselves, we lose perspective on…
Raising Daughters to Be Confident
Our daughters are under attack. Everywhere they turn, culture is telling them that they aren’t good enough. As fathers, we have an obligation to instill confidence, along with humility, into our daughters. So here are some tips for raising daughters to be confident. First, truly listen to her. Listen more, lecture less. She needs to know she has your ear, you really understand her, and that you are there for…
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