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Blogs > Dundeal > My Little Bit of Heaven


Dundeal
(William Watson) 68M
20501 posts
6/13/2009 9:31 am

Last Read:
6/13/2009 2:41 pm
Building A Good Relationship

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do His commandments” Psalms. 111:10
Through wisdom a house is built... - Proverbs 24:3

Building a good relationship at home is like building a wall: It's done brick by brick. And the mortar that holds it together is unconditional, uncondemning, unselfish love. The only way you'll know how good a job you ve done is when it's tested by the storms of life. One of the most important keys to succeeding at home is - communication. So:

Become creative. Spend time together as a family. Call your mate during the day and try to meet sometimes for lunch. Drive your to school or football practice so you can talk to them. Communication can happen anywhere but it won't happen unless you make it a priority.

Identify communication killers. Internet, cell phones and TV are the chief culprits. The average couple spends less than one hour a week in meaningful communication; they spend five times more each day watching television. This is a 'screen test' you'll have to pass if you want to succeed at home.

Encourage every member to speak their mind. And when they do, don't criticise or retaliate. Differences of opinion are healthy. Handled right, they can make things better.

Be conscious of how you interact with your family. You may have
unwittingly adopted a style that stifles communication.
Stop and consider; do you:
A) retaliate - that has a degrading effect
dominate - that has an intimidating effect
C) isolate - that has a frustrating effect
D) cooperate - that has an encouraging effect.

If you're in the habit of using any communication style other than a cooperative one, start working immediately to change it. You'll have to, if you want to build a good relationship with your family.
May the Lord bless you and keep you
Briteblueyz

6/13/2009 11:26 am

 Amen to this...
God Bless,
Brite


Dundeal
(William Watson) 68M
18097 posts
6/13/2009 2:39 pm

 so happy that you enjoyed it brite, cheers
May the Lord bless you and keep you




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