conflict resolution

Arguing: Win But Still Lose – MM #203

Have you realized yet that sometimes you can appear to “win” an argument, but in the long run, you still lose? You may feel better after winning. But when your spouse feels like a loser, it’s your relationship that will ultimately lose. We’re told in the Bible: “A fool finds Read More…

The Issue With Impactful Words

This week’s Marriage Message is on the subject of Six Powerful Words. Of course we all know that there are more than six powerful words that become impactful words when we say them. Actually most of our words cause an impact, one way or another, when spoken. There isn’t a Read More…

Doing Nothing Does Something Sometimes

Does that title (which is a statement) make sense? I’m talking about doing nothing, which actually does something sometimes. Normally, I would say no in answer to that question. But sometimes, whether it makes sense or not, it works. I’m not into the “ostrich syndrome.” I’m talking about sticking one’s Read More…

How Can I Start A Difficult Conversation with My Spouse?

Heather emerged from the clothing store’s dressing room and looked in the three-paned mirror. Keith would love this dress. But would it be enough to ease the way for the difficult conversation they had to have? How can I explain my feelings to him? she thought. How can I get Read More…

Approaching Problems – MM #115

When it comes to approaching problems as a married couple it would be good to pray: Search me, O God, and know my heart. Test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting. (Psalm 139:23-24) Have Read More…

Willpower to Resolve Arguments – MM #58

This week we’d like to approach this Marriage Message a bit differently. We’re going to share with you parts of a letter that might be helpful to those of you who find you and your spouse in a similar situation. It involves having the willpower to resolve arguments. The Will Read More…

Rules for Resolving Conflict – MM #48

Rules for resolving conflict? Yes! There are rules everywhere. There are rules for the road. Imagine driving an automobile with no rules set up ahead of time so people don’t continually crash into each other! There are of course rules of the land. Imagine a country or a city or Read More…