Blog - First Things First

Steps for Keeping the Peace in Broken Homes

Keeping these things in mind can decrease conflict.

“How do I get my ex to be consistent with discipline?” “Sometimes I find it very hard not to talk bad about my ex in front of the children.” “Nothing makes my blood pressure go up faster than when my ex says they will do something and they don’t.” “I honestly believe my ex does…

8 Warning Signs of Unhealthy Dating Relationships

How can you know if you’re in an unhealthy dating relationship? Jessica was a junior in college when she started dating Jason. She had her eye on him for a while, thinking he was cute. When he finally asked her out, she was very excited. Within a month of their first date, Jessica’s girlfriends complained…

Steps to Demonstrate a Positive Fatherhood Model

We can all demonstrate a healthy and responsible fatherhood model for our community. Pass this information along to friends, family, co-workers and neighbors.With friends and in your own family…Participate in marriage and family enrichment programs and encourage friends to do it, too.Honor the covenant of marriage and be an accountability partner for fellow married friends.Help mothers to be supportive of fathers’ involvement with their children, and ask your wife how you can be more inv…