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Boyfriends are not projects
The dating phase is when people are on their best behavior. "Men marry women hoping they won't change and they do; women marry men hoping they will change and they don't." Many women see their boyfriends as projects. They see an idealized version of what they wish him...
Consistency is the key to discipline problems
If you are having discipline problems with your child, the problem could be a lack of consistency in your home. Remember this formula: Inconsistency -> Confusion -> Frustration -> Acting Out Inconsistency in parenting is usually the cause of it all. If you...
Two things for parents to remember regarding raising their kids
Two things for parents to remember regarding raising their kids: Good manners will open doors that a good resume won’t. Bad manners will close doors that a good resume can’t open. A huge part of a child’s education should be “treating others with respect.” People...
A message for parents today
A message for parents today - Many of us think that we can build self-confidence into our children by complimenting them or cheering them on or being their biggest fan. Wrong. Completely wrong. In fact, overly complimenting our children or cheering them on TOO much...
Don’t Be A Revenge Spouse
"Many spouses see it as their job to obtain justice from the other when wronged. Instead of being quick to forgive, the spouse punishes the other to “get even.” I’ve seen spouses punish the other by withholding affection, giving the silent treatment, or actively...
Don’t focus on your children’s happiness
Far too many parents are obsessed with their children’s “happiness.” They think that they are being good parents when their children are happy, that they are bad parents when their children aren’t happy, and that parenting decisions should be made according to what...
Building Trust in Your Marriage
The biggest compliment you can pay someone is to trust them. Trust says, “I believe you.” Trust says, “I don’t need another source, opinion, or proof. I don’t need to check what you’re saying or doing. Your word is good enough for me.” That’s a scary thought for most...
Eliminate the Three Toxic Communication Phrases
"Early in our marriage, Rachel and I noticed three phrases that, when used, always caused trouble. We decided to “ban” them from our house. We even wrote them on a piece of paper and put it on the fridge with an “X” through them. We decided to treat them as swear...
Hear David talk about his book on the Hope is Here podcast
David Kibler appeared on the Hope is Here podcast this past week. The podcast hosted by Greg Horn is heard on WJMM radio in Lexington, Ky. The interview was over two episodes of the podcast. Over the two episodes, Kiber talks about the purpose of writing the book...