Family Update Archives

What we do not promise and probably could not keep even if we did is to always be “in love” with our spouse.

We often say we crave more intimacy with our mate, yet we are unable to give it. We say we want closeness but don't know how to obtain it.

How do you help a loved one deal with grief if she refuses to help herself? And how long is too long to be grieving in the aftermath of a loss?

If you have a son, you know that a boy can be both wild and sweet. You'll encounter some hair-raising challenges while raising him to become a...

Bad behavior is often learned and then repeated. Bad behavior practiced over and over leads to habits—habits that interrupt an otherwise healthy...

Ten truths every teenage girl needs to hear.

When you give up, pick up the remote, or hide in your cave, it appears that what is important to her doesn’t matter to you.

Even in the Christian community, couples struggle with keeping their marriages strong, connected, and happy.

It’s a good idea for families to set reasonable boundaries around their schedule and involvement level.

If you know where you want to end up, begin in a way that reflects your destination.

Several years ago, I quipped before an audience, “Election years make people crazy.” And that was before I had any idea what was coming in 2016.

If you’re struggling and wonder whether your child is turning into a spoiled brat, hang in there. You’re not alone.

Be honest and humble in your communication and remember—he’s not your enemy!

“People tell me I should divorce her. Forget her. Find someone else. But she wants to make our marriage work."

We’ve all been on the other end of a question that we have absolutely no idea how we’re supposed to answer, let alone on a kid-appropriate level.