However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.
Do you really know how to love a man?
You show him respect.
But how you might ask?
When speaking, don’t make fun of his weakness. Give him grace instead.
Each man has specific talents. Figure them out. Tell the man that you’ve noticed it. Encourage him to use them.
Show that you trust him to get things done, when he says he will. Don’t second guess him. Don’t nag him.
Illustration:
When a man is driving, don’t be a backseat driver. He may be lost, but he is still the driver. When you say you think he’s lost, he most likely hears that you’re questioning his navigation skills. Suddenly he’s wondering if you think he’s a bad driver. Instead, try saying..”Is the exit coming up?” This is seen more like “Are we there yet?” as opposed to “Can’t you get us there?” Even if he is lost and both of you have probably already noticed, I’d still be against vocalizing it. Don’t tell him to ask for directions. Show that you trust his judgement. Let him make his own mistakes. Give him the benefit of the doubt. And no matter what… avoid saying: “I told you so…”
The rule of thumb:
Avoid saying/doing anything that belittles his sense of manhood.
How do you love a woman?
You show her that she is loved.
When she doesn’t get something, take the time to show her.
When she’s about to do something you don’t understand, show your support.
When she is in need, provide as you can.
If her honor is at stake, guard it.
When she does something praiseworthy, show her you’ve noticed.
If you think of something kind to do for her, do it.
If she is under attack, protect her.
When she asks you about that dress, speak very, very, very carefully. (LOVE with TRUTH!)
When you fight over something, apologize for your actions and restore the relationship.
The rule of thumb:
Avoid saying/doing anything that makes her seem less loveable.
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kewlnesscounts
1. Hardcore risktaker. You should prolly go heli-skiing someday.
2. Only Hope – Switchfoot
3. Orange
4. Unsuck.
5. You told Billy to shut up so you could talk.
6. Tazmanian Devil
7. Why haven’t you become a missionary yet?
prayerful_years
1. You’re polite… 
(Nuna!)
2. Fool for You – Nicole Nordeman
3. Blush
4. To hit the 411, browse through like the posts…
5. You were nice enough to start a conversation with me. And then I picked on you…
6. Porpoise
7. What brought you to GCC? (Was it that famous van driver?)
bleuciel82
1. “I just called to say hi !… really!”
2. I Hope You Dance – Lee Ann Womack
3. Black
4. “Eh…. maybe”
5. Bucknell, ****, Computer, Anger
6. Deer
7. How is your sisterhood developing?
simp1e_song
1. Uniquely, originally, unadulterated, You. (fearfully & wonderfully made)
2. Ams Of The One Who Loves You – Xscape
3. Aquamarine
4. IOU (1) O
5. (Remember, you asked…) Pocohantas.
6. Lynx
7. Where is the line between glorious adornment of the temple and false facade-building?
RedRosesrr
1. Body worship… you asked me a question. I stopped, prayed for a sec, and answered.
2. Let’s Get Loud – J.Lo
3. Red
4. Twiny, I motion that we make some stew & cow earmuffs.
5. You and Lisa told me to put on my shirt. Seriously.
6. Bear
7. Where did this twin thing come from exactly again?
— Online Tidbits —
It’s not very often you hear a commentary like this…
Practical Joke gone wrong?
Yet another reason to treat your bus driver nice…
Rebuilding continues…
She’s not going to talk on her cell & drive at the same time… ever!
Animal rights & domestic terrorism
HEALTHY CHOCOLATE.
Someone in the middle east finally gets their head on straight… but guess who…
Black Gold??!?
Texting epidemic?
Secrets your company doesn’t want you to know… hmm.
Lives documented… online.
Babies know math…
excellent post.
good book too. read it awhile back.
2 eprops
4. i know what ur are talkin about, but the way u wrote it doesn’t make sense
5. ahahaha pocohantas…classic
ohh bother, I missed #8 on that list :p…ohh well :p…
I’m not sure I agree with your respect = loves thing and furthermore I disagree with this don’t point out thier mistakes sort of thing :p…*roll eyes*…if I respect you, then I respect you enough to help you grow and know you will deal with my constructive criticism accordingly :p
hahaha on black gold…very interesting…not quite sure I’m understanding the quote, however :(…ohh well :p
well, I won’t hurt you for what you wrote about me (no guarantees on the rest of your post,however), although it’s interesting, I’m the only one with a pop song hahaha and a bear? really? you couldn’t find anything meaner? :p… 😉 and I’m disappointed you don’t remember the twiny thing…remind me to explain when we chat next…too long over xanga :p
oh I did. 🙂 how are you?
Chels <3
haha, this is spreading
pink panther and date movie.
🙂
Ehhhhhhh…..I don’t know about that ‘even though the guy is lost, don’t mention that we need to ask directions’ idea. I’ve found that it’s usually a matter of pride, of not being able to admit when you’ve made a mistake and ask for help. I completely agree that the approach to righting the situation should be respectful, “Honey, do you mind if we ask for directions at the next stop” or “What street are we suppose to turn on? I’ll keep a look out for it too?” but guys really need to learn how to humble themselves and just. ask. for. help.
Just because you made a mistake and I pointed it out doesn’t mean I respect you less. Do everything in love. And you know? I might even respect you MORE if you ask for directions.
(big ups with the STOP SAYING I TOLD YOU SO idea!)
nice little how-to posting about relationships!
no, we haven’t met. at least, i don’t think so.
i saw your xanga and thought you had substance.
quack?
oooo… nice relationship tips. coming from an expert?
but, yo… i was like :confused2: when i was reading your comments on me. more specifically:
1. Nuna? i don’t get it…
2. why this song?
4. HAHAHAHAHA… oh, man. owned!
6. haha what? why a porpoise?
7. famous van driver? wait…… what?