You can’t change your spouse, but you can influence him or her. Jim Daly shares why affirmation, not criticism, is the best way to produce positive change in your marriage.

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What do Sputnik and the four-minute mile have to do with a successful marriage and kids with character? They illustrate why success or failure often lies in what we believe is possible. Jim Daly explains.

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Children learn to do what they’re taught, not what they’re told. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important that parents say what they mean and mean what they say to shape their child’s behavior properly.

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Jim Daly shares the story of “Dads on Duty,” who volunteered at a local school to mentor students, protect school grounds, and demonstrate that men of good character raise boys of good character.

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Many wives believe they’re helping their husband by pointing out his flaws when, really, they’re pushing him away. Jim Daly says, “To draw your husband closer and to influence him to change, cheer him on.”

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It’s a lie that “words can never hurt me.” Words can be devastating. Jim Daly shares the story of two female sportswriters and a series of hate-filled tweets that illustrate the real and present danger of digital bullying.

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Is America in trouble? Jim Daly says why it’s easier than we think for a powerful civilization like ours to disappear from history and explains what you and I can do today to prevent it.

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If you want your marriage to be better, move your relationship in a positive direction. How? Jim Daly shares how to improve your marriage through the wisdom of dance.

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