A Conversation with Dr. John Townsend
By Jim Mueller and Duane Careb Dr. Townsend, why are boundaries so important in marriage? First off, we probably need to define the term. “Boundaries” is one of those terms that sort of sounds off-putting and disconnecting. When you understand what they’re meant to be and the way that God designed boundaries, you can see […]
Flirting with Danger
By: Henry Cloud, Ph.D. Sandy’s crying troubled me. It did not seem to be the normal pain of breaking off a relationship with a boyfriend. That kind of grief is sad to be with, but I felt more disturbed at the tone of her sobs. There was a certain feeling of despair more than grief. […]
Dependency – Key to our Needs View Printable Version
By: John Townsend Ph.D. One of the most tender scenes anyone can experience is that of a mother nursing her infant. The baby is safe and warm as he takes in the milk he needs to survive; and at the same time, he also receives her love and care inside himself. The mother gently holds […]
Whether Mars Or Venus, Men and Women Need To Be On The Same Planet
By: Henry Cloud, Ph.D. There has been a lot of talk lately about the differences that men and women have in communication, and sometimes, with good results. But in my experience, singles do not suffer as much from the differences in their communication as they do from their lack of clarity in their communication. In […]