Do you love that feeling? I can relax, enjoy the Florida weather and just plain enjoy the peace that comes with a clean house. Most women understand this feeling.
It's the same in my heart. Peace, joy and freedom are ever present when I've "cleaned house". Facing my failures, offering apologies, attempting to make things right - first with God, and then with those I've offended, bring a peace to which I'd almost call an addiction. There is a strong desire in me to keep it and not let anger, offense or unforgiveness steal it from me.
Anger and taking offense result from our own unmet expectations or by our desires turning into demands. We must share our needs with those who can meet them. However, it is the other person's choice whether they will try to meet the need. Communication without control. This is the key to leaving anger at the door in a relationship.
Today's Challenge: Communicate without control. Share with your family, spouse, or friend your expectations without demanding your expectations be met.
It's the same in my heart. Peace, joy and freedom are ever present when I've "cleaned house". Facing my failures, offering apologies, attempting to make things right - first with God, and then with those I've offended, bring a peace to which I'd almost call an addiction. There is a strong desire in me to keep it and not let anger, offense or unforgiveness steal it from me.
Anger and taking offense result from our own unmet expectations or by our desires turning into demands. We must share our needs with those who can meet them. However, it is the other person's choice whether they will try to meet the need. Communication without control. This is the key to leaving anger at the door in a relationship.
Today's Challenge: Communicate without control. Share with your family, spouse, or friend your expectations without demanding your expectations be met.
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