Worrying has become a national pastime. Whether you’re worrying about paying the bills, having a stable job, or raising children, you’re not alone.  Breaking the cycle of obsessive worrying is difficult because our brains are wired to worry. Basically, the same brain circuits that allow you to make decisions, solve problems and plan, also produce worry. For your brain, the only difference between planning and worrying is the amount of emotional involvement. Of course, we all

Most couples don’t get stuck because they stopped loving each other. They get stuck because quiet enemies of the heart slowly harden what was once soft. These enemies show up subtly, often disguised as self-protection, fairness, or “it’s just how I am.” Over time, they keep couples locked in patterns that harden the heart and block connection. Unforgiveness  is one of the most powerful enemies and often serves as the core issue. Past wounds begin to shape present interactions

Today, my wife and I celebrate 31 years of marriage. As I've reflected on our life together, I asked myself, what has made our marriage...