Are You Honest with Yourself?

In all the books and blogs and magazines you’ll read, and in the many discussions you’ll have with other people about marriage, you’ll find that a lot of emphasis is given to being honest. Usually, it refers to being open and honest with your spouse and working to develop good communication habits. However, one cannot learn to be honest with others until he or she can be honest with him or herself. The problem is that being honest with ourselves can be difficult. It requires the ability to admit when we are wrong or when we behave selfishly. It requires … Continue reading

Self-Motivating Statements

It’s important to stay motivated. The following self-motivating statements are worth not only repeating, but writing down and keeping visible for yourself. Motivation is easier said than done, especially when you’re tired and sore and the last thing you want to do is push for another ten minutes going uphill – so keep these motivators close at hand and write down a few of your own. I make and keep commitments to myself I have faith in my body I have faith in myself I have faith in my mind I have faith my family I am happy and healthy … Continue reading