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A lay-off doesn’t mean a love-buster

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Today’s guest blog is written by Benjamin Gladden, husband and father of three, who’s currently logging lots of hours in the “What makes for a good marriage and parent” department. He writes from his home in Framingham, Massachusetts.

About three years ago I got laid off from a job that I absolutely loved. I could have sat in that chair doing that work for the rest of my life and been very happy.

It hadn’t been easy managing the care of three children while my wife and I both worked full-time, but I really loved the work. It was completely fulfilling.

But then I got laid off.

The severance package I received included a class on resume writing, job interviews, etc. The resume tips were useful, but the most helpful part of the class was a little flier in our folders that discussed the emotional state of the person who just lost their job.

This little sheet talked about the need to take care of yourself emotionally and spiritually. But it also stressed the importance of taking care of your relationships–like your marriage. Continue reading →

Saying “I do” can help your health

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Today’s guest blog is written by Benjamin Gladden, husband and father of three, who’s currently logging lots of hours in the “What makes for a good marriage and parent” department. He writes from his home in Framingham, Massachusetts.

“Marriage is hard work,” I recently told my teenage son. “But it’s totally worth it!”

My son looked at me somewhat incredulously – “It takes work?” his face seemed to say.

My wife and I are going on 17 years so we know firsthand about the work it involves.

This past year we’ve invested more time into promoting the health of our relationship, through dedicated prayer and study of the Bible, as well as through some helpful guidebooks on marriage. While it hasn’t all been easy, we’re seeing the results. Because a happy marriage doesn’t just fall from the sky, land in your lap and stay there. Maybe that’s why divorce stats are so high?

Among the many benefits of a happy marriage – Continue reading →

Diagnosis: Healthy.

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You feel good, there’s nothing wrong with you. So why are healthy people going to the doctor to find out if they aren’t healthy? What’s all the hype about early diagnosis?

A friend of mine recently complained about her upcoming colonoscopy. There are dietary restrictions and instructions not to eat 6 hours before. But why? I thought. She’s healthy. Soon after I noticed other perfectly healthy friends posting on Facebook about their colonoscopy screenings. Has this become a trend? Continue reading →