Last week I mentioned that my wife and I are in a particularly good spot with each other (that might sound like bragging... because it is). If we looked at a scale of 0 to 10 with 10 being the most trust and safety you can feel with someone (i.e. you can say something a little off, but it’s … [Read more...]
Why Do Women Need Compliments? Pt2
Please Note: The following lesson is based on a amicable conversation (even though it might not appear that way). It’s a good reminder that when you’re in a good spot and the trust is high you can have a sensitive conversation like this and it remain civil as both sides try to understand the other … [Read more...]
Choices, Interpretations, & How to Respond
Our choices have consequences. Another way to put that is live so your future self will thank you. I was reminded of that lesson in January when I had to see the doctor. That’s a good start to a story: “A doctor? Someone was hurt... that’s awesome.” (That might just be because I’m a guy and … [Read more...]
How My Wife Really Impressed Me in a Conflict
The other week, my wife gave a wonderful demonstration of how we can reduce conflict. What was extra impressive was it happened after a long day of watching our two girls, so her patience for people would’ve already been worn thin. Here’s what happened: During what’s arguably the best time of day … [Read more...]
How to Deal with Stubborn Men
There are many reasons why I’m not married to a man. Probably the main reason is a man’s body is disgusting... of course, I’m glad my wife has different taste than I do (aka she has terrible taste). One of the other reasons I wouldn’t want to be married to a man is men can be stubborn, especially … [Read more...]