You may, like me, believe you are doing the righteous thing by not confronting someone, when in fact, you may be taking this approach out of fear. Perhaps the person you need to confront needs to hear your message. Perhaps you need to be courageous and say the tough things. Are you avoiding a difficult conversation because it is best to leave it alone, or are you stepping back out of fear? “For the Spirit of God does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” (2 Timothy 1:7).
Dr. David Hawkins is the director of the Marriage Recover Center where he counsels couples in distress. He is the author of over 30 books, including Dealing With the CrazyMakers in Your Life, 90 Days to a Fantastic Marriage, and When Pleasing Others is Hurting You. Dr. Hawkins grew up in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and lives with his wife on the South Puget Sound where he enjoys sailing, biking, and skiing. He has active practices in two Washington cities. You can also find Dr. Hawkins on Facebook and Twitter. Dr. Hawkins offers a free, 20 minute consultation, with requests sent to his email address at drdavid@marriagerecoverycenter.com. Also, remember his guarantee at The Marriage Recovery Center: 3 Days To A New Marriage, Guaranteed! He is also excited to continue offering his special eBook, A Love Life of Your Dreams free for you to download.
