Comments on: Balancing Act

By: VK

VK — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:20:03 +0000

Thank you! I have been busy the last 2 weeks preparing a big talk/presentation and have forgotten the people surrounding me; One day can make a lot of difference for them, my 81 y/o Mom especially. I have learned to be more gentle with my relationships esp. with those whom I play an significant role in. God Bless you!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:17:19 +0000

Thank you Christine! This is such a wonderful article that touched me personally. It feels like it spoke directly to me!

By: DLH

DLH — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:13:08 +0000

I really can sympathize with this article! I had the busiest semester ever and rarely saw my roommates (who are my best friends) let alone have meaningful conversations with them. We were all feeling a bit lonely and unloved by our closest friends. So we made time to call each other on our lunch breaks, and at least say “hi”, smile and pause for a minute when we do pass each other in our comings and goings. We leave each other little notes around the apartment and leave candies and things we know the others will enjoy. And whenever we find the rare occasion to sit and talk – we take full advantage of it!

By: Mary K

Mary K — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:57:08 +0000

This sounds a lot like the 5 Love Languages book by Gary Chapman. Great book. I accidentally bought the abridged version first, and so then I bought the regular version. The good thing was that I was able to get my hubby to agree to read the abridged version. It basically tells you that some people need to hear “I love you” in different ways. For me, it means a lot when my hubby does stuff for me (like cleaning the house). For him, he needs affirming words “thanks” “good job” “I appreciate you” etc.