Tuesday, May 15, 2012

The Affirmation Crusade—The Resolution for Women


We’ve already discussed the importance of realizing that God created us special and unique and we should revel in that instead of being ashamed; however, women are also creatures who thrive on receiving affirmation.

“[W]e experience a certain depth of blessing when we are affirmed by other women.”

Have you noticed that women often compliment each other on a hairstyle, a shirt, or a pair of shoes? We compliment each other on a well-cooked meal, a great grocery deal, or even the color of our nail polish. Women enjoy receiving compliments and will therefore give compliments to others quite often.

Men do not understand this need for affirmation. Their lack of understanding can sometimes cause stress in a marriage relationship. I think the key is to communicate that desire/need to your husband and model it for him. You can compliment him on a number of different things and I think without even realizing it, he will start complimenting you more often as well.

Since receiving compliments are such a blessing to us, we should be more intentional about blessing other women in that way. The next time you like someone’s sweater, or skirt, or garden, take a few moments to let her know. You will brighten her day by affirming who she is.

 
Another resolution came at the end of this section:

“I will accept and celebrate my uniqueness, and will esteem and encourage the distinctions I admire in others.”

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