The Journal

There’s something important in our quest for strength and courage, and that’s a spirit of kindness.  Too often we teach our children the verse,...

Given my line of work, I see the relational damage done by distinct, detached fathers.  I see the physical damage done by abusive, violent...

Each child has a way of learning which resonates with them.  What type is your child? Understanding how your child processes information (and even...

People today have pretty stressful lives.  I know I do, with the demands of running The Center, writing and speaking, commitments to my faith...

Over and over again, I have heard the anguished cry of someone saying to me, "But it's not fair!"  Often I cannot offer them...

It is very easy to fall into the trap of thinking your worth as a person also comes from what you do instead of...

“Where is Andy? Did you call his phone?” Brad was torn between frustration and concern, so he settled for both. “Of course, I did,”...

On my desk at The Center in Edmonds, Washington, is a beautiful, flat rock.  Carved into this rock that I use as a paperweight...

Risk-seekers can become addicted to much more than gambling. Risk-seeking becomes addictive when the risk behaviors cross the line into danger or obsession. Helping...

Few would disagree that, on average, most moms tend to spend more minutes per day with children than do most dads.  Especially for young...

As a general rule, most nights per week, your children need to eat at home with the family.  Hot, nutritious meals with a variety...