Some experiences this past weekend have caused me to really look at my relationship with the members of my immediate family (wife and kids) very critically. As I have done so, I realize that I am definitely not being the husband or father I want to be.
With that realization in hand, I needed to determine the cause. And guess what...it was me. I mentioned on Saturday that my oldest was kind of moody. Today when I got home from work, even though it was really late (6pm) I came in with a positive attitude (I chose to do that!) I spoke only in a positive or calm voice, especially when offering correction to my children. The change in my behavior definitely set a much better tone for peaceful conflict resolution.
I haven't had much of a chance to talk with my wife (I mean really talk) so I don't know how our interaction will turn out. I do know that I am very happy and that I feel very close to her.
Did you have an amazing day at work? you might ask. No, not really. I enjoyed teaching, but even more bad news (RIFs and the like) came down today. So I am convinced the independent variable was my attitude and effort.
So now what? Now I finish this post and go about wooing my wife, that's what!
wink, wink, nudge, nudge, "know what I mean?"
Brad
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