Quotes about Understanding

A hurtful statement can be called a mistake. But a repeated pattern of hurtful statements or uncaring attitudes or even unjust expectations is much more than a mistake. These patterns are misuses of the purposes of a relationship. Why is this so crucial to understand? Because unchecked misuse of a relationship can quickly turn into abuse in a relationship.

Tackle issues not people. Am I trying to prove my point or improve the relationship?

Proximity and activity don't always equal connectivity.

We need to keep a gauge on our hearts so we can process, clarify, and understand our lives and relationships more deeply.

packages of perfection; relationships come in packages of potential.

God can't be reduced to a checklist.

It's Good to Ask the "What" Questions but Less Helpful to Ask "Why

Isn't it interesting that Jesus seemed to speak most intimately to people who were lonely?

Only when we seek to apply His revelations to our situations will we experience transformation.

Nothing will give you emotional laryngitis like living in close proximity to someone who refuses to listen. Having emotions but no voice chokes the life out of relationships.

Understand that no time showing up and bringing compassion to another human is ever a waste of time. Rather, it's our chance to bring context, purpose, and meaning to all of life. Quiet moments of compassion are epic moments of battle.

In the meantime, it's unfair of me to use my expectations as the standard for their behavior or hold it against them when they don't live up to my hopes.