The Power of Speaking Kindly

You know what we’re not always great at? Saying out loud the nice things we think about each other.

There have been many times Armando has shared his heart with me(Liz), saying something like, “Hey babe, I could really use more words of affirmation or encouragement.” And I’ve responded with something like, “Well, I think nice things about you all the time—I just don’t say them.” Now, when he shares something like that with me I get to respond by saying, “You’re right, I've been so busy and in my own head that I haven't taken the time to really give you what you need”. 

I’m not trying to hold back intentionally or be unkind, but let’s be honest—when life gets busy, the face-to-face moments with your spouse can feel few and far between. But even when we’re juggling life’s demands, our hearts still long for encouragement and affirmation.