by Ed & Betty Coda | Jul 2, 2021 | Communication, For Couples, Intimacy, Passionate Couple, Passionate Parent
What is the “Dialogue” as we describe in our book?: To simplify what dialogue is, we first of all call it a “10 and 10”. That means 10 minutes to write and 10 minutes to share verbally with each other. First, you select a question. You then should write your response...
by Ed & Betty Coda | Dec 11, 2019 | Communication, Family, For Couples, Forgiveness & Healing, Intimacy, Love, Passionate Couple, Passionate Parent, Trust
Trust cannot be earned! Trust is a gift and a decision; it can never be earned. Once I lie, cheat, steal or commit any crime, I am a liar, cheater or stealer in your heart. You will carry the cloud of doubt and suspicion no matter what I do. Even if I am remorseful...
by Ed & Betty Coda | Dec 6, 2018 | Communication, For Couples, For Parents, Intimacy, Trust
First reaction- Sex. But in truth what has inspired the most intimate moments for us is deep, heartfelt, truthful communication and sharing of feelings. Try this one- “What about me have I never told you before and how do I feel sharing this with you?” You...
by Ed & Betty Coda | Aug 22, 2013 | Children, Communication, Events, Family, For Parents, Intimacy, Marriage, Passionate Couple, Passionate Parent
Based on a recent survey there are around 10 million married Americans who waited until they were married to have sex for the first time. However, only 11% of unmarried modern 25 year olds are still waiting. That number goes up to 20% among Christian groups. Of those,...
by Ed & Betty Coda | Jul 16, 2013 | Children, Communication, Family, For Parents, Love, Marriage, Parenting, Passionate Parent
When I was a young parent I used to get irritated when one of the little one’s asked if they could help with something that was way over their heads or I could do more efficiently myself. Now with grandkids, when they say, “Can I Help?”, I immediately say yes, then...
by Ed & Betty Coda | Jun 21, 2012 | Communication, For Couples, Forgiveness & Healing, Love, Parenting, Passionate Parent
Many people we talk to including ourselves really want to live a happy, joy-filled life. The irony is that if you spend your life striving to live a happy, joy-filled life you may seldom find it! The reason is that happy and joy are feelings. Feelings come and go like...