You have helped me tremendously over the years. You helped me to take responsibility and own my stuff. THAT is the key! It's hard to do the right thing when you "feel" you've been wronged.
Years ago, you had a caller with whom I identified. She tended to the kids and did the cooking and cleaning, while her husband worked outside the home each day. She said her husband never thanked her for all the things she did. In this instance, she wanted thanks for cooking dinner. You said something like, "Do you thank him for going to work each day and providing an income to support the family? EVERY DAY!" She hadn't looked at it this way and neither had I.
Once you embrace your roles and learn to appreciate and respect them, life gets easier. My husband LOVES hearing how much I appreciate that he goes to a job he hates everyday to provide for us. I let him know he is the man. I love on him every chance I get. Men are simple - you say it all of the time and it's so spot on!
You've taught me that we cannot change others, but by changing ourselves, we change the dynamic. Whoa - what a beautiful thing. Thank you! Keep inspiring us to do better.
Faithful listener,
Lynn
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