The 3rd Best Phrase You Can Say

This week we’re looking at the best phrases we humans can say to ourselves, and to one another. Yesterday’s was “Tell me more.”

Today’s is more a formula than…

Table Talk

Jenny here (Hal’s wife). I don’t know about you, but there are times when I’ve felt a bit helpless to make any sort of real difference in the way the world works. The vastness of the issues we face…

A Life of Ease is Soon Dis-eased

Wishing to make our lives as easy as possible is certainly tempting. For those of us with kids, it can be even more tempting to…

H.A.L.T.

If you’ve ever had surgery, you’ve probably heard the Dr. warn against making any big decisions, or having any deep discussions …

You’re Not a Lizard

There’s something about the power of quietness that modern society doesn’t know how to cultivate. We get anxious and feel like…

Let’s be frank

Speaking with candor about your pain, fears, and hopes is the quickest way to invite…

Focusing on others is not unselfish

Occasionally, our ScreamFree Parenting and Marriage materials receive a criticism for telling folks they need to focus less on…

Don’t Do What Comes Naturally

What comes naturally for us Homo Sapiens sometimes makes us animals; what natural urges we’re able to manage and master make us human.

The Best Remedy for Anger

Here’s a challenge for today: The next time you feel angry, about anything at all, press pause and just wait.

The Worst Phrase You Can Say

I told you so. I knew this would happen. I could’ve told you this was coming. Can I tell you…I thought this might be the result?