12 Secret for Successful Families -FOR COUPLES-Conclusion of 3.Respect

DISCUSS WITH YOUR SPOUSE 

* What actions and words would help each of you feel respected?

* What actions and words make each of you feel disrespected?

TIPS

* Write down three ways you would like to shown respect.  Have your spouse do the same. Exchange lists, and work on showing respect in the areas that were identified.

* Make a list of traits you admire about your spouse.  Then tell your spouse how  much you appreciate those traits. 

 "To respect my husband means I show my actions that I value him and that I want him to be happy.  It isn't always a grand gesture; sometimes a series of small acts can demonstrate genuine respect." -Megan.

In the end, it is not a matter of whether you view yourself as respectful nor not; it is a question of whether your spouse feels respected.

BIBLE PRINCIPLE: "Clothe yourself with the tender affections of compassion, kindness, humility, mildness, and patience." -Colossians 3:12.

Next time: 12 Secrets for Successful Families -4. Forgiveness

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