ArcaMax

Q: Our family has been through a few challenges but overall I think we're pretty healthy relationally. Still, our day-to-day lives together seem a little flat and mundane. Do you have any advice?

Jim: I'd suggest you start with an honest assessment of how often you laugh together -- because as the saying goes, it truly is good medicine ...Read more

Q: My teenagers are good kids. There are many things I want to communicate to them before they go off to college in a few years. But I can't get them to respond when I try to share what's on my heart. What's the secret to having meaningful conversations with teens?

Jim: Having raised two sons to adulthood, I can sympathize. My boys can be ...Read more

Q: Following my retirement, I used to have time to volunteer. I've tried to make a point of being a positive influence on people. But since my wife got sick last year, most of my energy goes to caring for her. How can I still make an impact on others?

Jim: I'll start by emphasizing that I firmly believe you ARE making an impact on others -- ...Read more

Q: I have some big goals in life. But sometimes I get almost overwhelmed by the scale of the things I want to accomplish. How can I keep my momentum and focus?

Jim: Some years back I was watching a television broadcast of the U.S. Open -- one of professional golf's biggest tournaments. As the final round was getting underway, somebody asked ...Read more