You would think holidays should be the easiest part of the year. Days off. Special food. Family together. So why does your stomach twist the moment someone mentions travel plans, […]
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Parenting Across Cultures: Who Gets a Vote?
If you and your spouse come from different cultures, parenting is probably the place where the differences show up the loudest. One side grew up with strict discipline and big […]
Money Requests From Family – A Christian Way to Decide
If you grew up in a tight knit family or a cross cultural home, you probably did not need anyone to teach you about money requests from family. It just […]
“Respect” vs Control: How to Tell the Difference
If you grew up in a culture that talks a lot about respect, you probably know this line very well: “You must respect your elders.” “A good wife respects her […]
Cross-Cultural Couples Keep Fighting: The Real Reason You Can’t Get Past the Same Arguments
You love each other. You love Jesus. You meant every word of your vows. But somehow, when culture and family get involved, the same arguments come back like clockwork. Maybe […]
How to Set Boundaries Without Being “Disrespectful”
If you grew up in a culture where honoring parents and elders was a serious value, even reading the phrase how to set boundaries without being disrespectful can make your […]