2013-06-11T08:32:12-05:00

Last updated on: June 11, 2013 at 8:32 am   By

Coming Tuesday on More2Life:  The  Compassion Challenge— We are all called to be compassionate, but sometimes that’s easier said than done.  We’re too easily frustrated by others bad habits, foolish choices, and annoying traits.  Often, it’s even hard to be compassionate with ourselves.  Today on M2L, we’ll look at what compassion is, what it isn’t, and how to cultivate for yourself and others. WIN A FREE BOOK!  SPECIAL OFFER! (Details below). Tuesday Q of the D:  (Two-Fer!  Answer one both... Read more

2013-06-10T12:07:40-05:00

Last updated on: June 10, 2013 at 12:07 pm   By

From Time Magazine… If new moms adhered to the recommended guidelines that urge them to  breast-feed each child they give birth to for at least one year, they could  theoretically stave off up to 5,000 cases of breast cancer,  about 54,000 cases of hypertension and nearly 14,000 heart  attacks annually. Averting those diseases could also save $860 million, according to research  published in Obstetrics & Gynecology. …Drilling deeper, the study found that less-than-optimal breast-feeding rates  took a $734 million toll... Read more

2013-06-10T08:36:03-05:00

Last updated on: June 10, 2013 at 8:36 am   By

Coming Monday on More2Life:  Life Lessons. Helping Kids Handle Challenges–Life is filled with little lessons that can be hard for kids to learn; sharing, taking turns, handling frustration and anger, and dealing with difficult situations. Today on M2L, we’ll look at those situations that are hardest for your kids to handle well, and we’ll give you strategies to help them rise to life’s little challenges. Call in at 877-573-7825 from Noon-1 Eastern (11-Noon Central) with your questions about helping kids... Read more

2013-06-06T19:55:48-05:00

Last updated on: June 6, 2013 at 7:55 pm   By

As I mentioned in my post on gender from the other day, I have a dear friend from childhood who is, now, a professor of queer studies.   Over the years we’ve managed to build a deep mutual respect despite our deep differences.  That respect has enabled us to have some frighteningly direct conversations with each other. This past weekend we had the opportunity to spend a fair amount of time together as he was in town visiting family.  He surprised... Read more

2013-06-06T08:30:52-05:00

Last updated on: June 6, 2013 at 8:30 am   By

I need to apologize to my readers. When I was on vacation back in May, Patheos changed their commenting software.  Being out of the country at the time, I missed the tech updates (not that I would have read them anyway, to be completely honest).  At any rate, I assumed that the change in platform wouldn’t change where the comments actually showed up on the admin side.  Apparently, though, to see your comments, I actually need to login to an entirely separate... Read more

2013-06-06T08:11:04-05:00

Last updated on: June 6, 2013 at 8:11 am   By

Coming Thursday on More2Life:  Kid Freak-Outs–Whether it’s tantrums, crying fits, panic, stubbornness or other displays, few things are tougher on parents than helping their kids through over-the-top emotional reactions. Today on M2L, we’ll look at those times when your kid’s emotional temperature causes yours to rise, and explore strategies for handling your kid’s freak-outs more effectively. Call in at 877-573-7825 from Noon-1 Eastern (11-Noon Central) with your questions about kid’s emotional displays. Don’t forget to answer our Facebook Q of... Read more

2013-06-05T12:08:48-05:00

Last updated on: June 5, 2013 at 12:08 pm   By

I find this “fool’s” arguments offer a worthwhile corrective to a lot of confusion on what modesty is and isn’t.  Take a look! Read more

2013-06-05T12:13:19-05:00

Last updated on: June 5, 2013 at 12:13 pm   By

I have been reflecting a great deal on Eve Tushnet’s excellent article in The Atlantic that many of you have probably, already read (and if you haven’t, by all means, check it out).  I’ve been thinking of her article, in part, because she’s a great writer, but also, because I spent the weekend with my best friend from childhood with whom I remain very close despite the fact that we have many very different views, me being a promoter of the... Read more

2013-06-05T08:23:16-05:00

Last updated on: June 5, 2013 at 8:23 am   By

Coming Wednesday on More2Life–Marital Disputes that Divide:  The theology of the body reminds us that marriage is supposed to be both a reminder and the means of rebuilding the unity between man, woman and God.  Boy, do we have a lot of work to do! Today on M2L, we’ll look at those areas where it’s often difficult for husbands and wives to agree with one another and discuss strategies for creating harmony from frustration. Call in at 877-573-7825 from Noon-1... Read more

2013-06-04T09:04:01-05:00

Last updated on: June 4, 2013 at 9:04 am   By

I’m only here three days this week as my work week is bookended by a series of speaking engagements/conferences last weekend and next so my blogging will probably be lighter.  Fear not.  Our fearless leader has a powerful post on how family illiteracy leads to spiritual illiteracy.  Excellent stuff.  Here’s a sample… In her excellent book How the West Really Lost God, Mary Eberstadt argues that the sharp decline in religious belief (and the waning influence of the churches) in the... Read more

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