He set his star by a simple motto: duty, honor, country. Only rarely does history grant a single individual the ability, personal charisma, moral force, and intelligence to command the respect, admiration, and affection of an entire nation. But such a man is General H. Norman Schwarzkopf, commander of the Allied Forces in the Gulf War. Now, in this refreshingly candid and typically outspoken autobiography, General Schwarzkopf reviews his remarkable life and career: the events, the adventures, and the emotions that molded the character and shaped the beliefs of this uniquely distinguished American leader.
Bestselling self-help author and counselor helps people be more successful and happy by empowering them to replace negative thoughts with healthy self-talk.
An autobiography of General H. Norman Schwarzkopf. As well as detailing his life and military service, it chronicles the behind-the-scenes events of the Gulf War as seen from his vantage point. He describes the values and ideals which have motivated him through his life.
In Why Did This Happen to Me? Dr. Wright, author of over 50 books, draws upon his extensive counseling background and his own personal experiences to show how you, too, can be prepared for whatever the future holds. He includes stories of those who have encountered a wide variety of personal crises, and describes the important traits these people had in common that allowed them not only to survive, but to thrive. Book jacket.
Build a Love that Lasts At a time when more people are delaying marriage or writing it off altogether, those ready to walk the aisle will appreciate a frank and trusted resource to help them start marriage on the right foot. This practical guide will help you explore your relationship in depth and will provide new insight into your partner and how the two of you relate to one another establish your wants and needs as individuals and a couple before your marriage begins lay the groundwork for open and honest conversation for a stronger, healthier marriage reveal how life events and family background can influence decision making in finances, family, education, faith, and career engage you in activities that lead to thought-provoking discussion addressing your past experiences and current expectations Engaging and easy-to-use, Before You Say "I Do" is full of tried and true wisdom to help you plan for your future and build a lasting relationship with the one you love.
Enrich your brain, enrich your life! Do you ever feel like you’re losing your way around your own brain? Words you know vanish off your tongue, and you write down all your appointments so you don’t risk forgetting them. These changes can be alarming, but the good news is they don’t have to be permanent. In How to Keep Your Brain Young, bestselling Christian counselor H. Norman Wright breaks down the basics of how your brain works and gives you easy yet successful strategies for bettering your brain. You’ll learn ways to improve your memory, overcome stress, and transform negative thought habits into positive ones. Make the most of this incredible gift God has given you! Whether you’re young or old, right-brained or left, How to Keep Your Brain Young is packed full of simple yet invaluable tips to help you stay sharp for a lifetime.
Provides advice on keeping emotions in balance, focusing on transforming stress into positive actions, eliminating worry and anxiety, alleviating depression, and helping others with emotional issues.
As parents today, we love our children. We help with homework, set up play groups, and shower our kids with gifts. Our children are often the center of our lives, our homes, and our schedules. As a result, today's children are often hurried, frustrated, ungrateful, and indulged. And confused parents are asking "When did we lose control?" In this timely book, H. Norman Wright helps parents discover a better way of loving-a way that is both biblical and down-to-earth. By practicing the principles he outlines, parents can bring harmony to their homes and move toward the final goal of raising responsible, loving adults.
What does it take to make a marriage intimate, loving, and fun? It all starts with communication, the key to a vibrant, happy, lifelong partnership. In this new updated edition of the bestselling classic, trusted marriage and family counselor Dr. Norman Wright does not just show readers the different ways men and women communicate. He shows how to do it right! Readers will find practical ways to reduce marital conflict, manage anger, build up one another's self-esteem, and listen and understand each other at deeper and more satisfying levels. This updated edition also includes all-new reflection questions at the end of each chapter for couples or groups.
This book will help women understand why men behave the way they do, what they fear, how they think, what they want, what they want, and how they perceive life, themselves, and women.
In A Couple After God's Own Heart Interactive Workbook, Jim and Elizabeth George build on the content of their book, A Couple After God's Own Heart, to create a companion guide that leads husbands and wives through a fascinating study on God's plan for marriage. Through a unique blend of Bible study material, questions for thought, and "What Can I Do Today?" applications, couples will grow a closer and deeper union as they... learn from the successes and failures of key couples in the Bible discover the essentials to a better marriage participate in discussions designed to stimulate communication with each other set and apply goals that help husbands and wives be all God designed them to be determine how to make the best of the strengths and weaknesses in their relationship This friendly and practical study offers life lessons from a variety of well-known couples in Scripture, and will equip spouses to experience more and more of the incredible bliss only God can bring into a marriage.
Young people today, many of whom grew up in painfully dysfunctional homes, are waiting longer to get married, often out of fear of choosing the wrong partner. They want desperately to get it right the first time. Now singles can find help and hope in an excellent guide to relationships that will work and those that won't. Dr. H. Norman Wright provides simple, practical guidelines for identifying partners with positive potential for a loving, long-term relationship. Just as important, Wright shows how to avoid wasting time, money, and emotional energy on hopeless relationships with incurable negatives. Topics include compatibility, risk taking, infatuation versus love, the dangers of premarital sex, common relationship mistakes, and the characteristics of a godly, healthy relationship.
I'll Never Forget That Day The unexpected strikes each of us at some point in our lives. Those days when the sky feels as though it's closing in and our world is crumbling around us. A loved one dies... We survive a natural disaster... We witness a horrific event or act of terrorism. And we live in fear of what might happen as we step onto an airplane or watch as someone we love is admitted into the hospital. How can we best respond to such shock and grief? Is it possible to feel safe again or to make sense of life in the aftermath? Christian counselor H. Norman Wright has helped individuals cope in the wake of 9/11; Hurricane Katrina; the mass shootings at Aurora, Colorado and Las Vegas, Nevada; and other traumatic events. Here he offers compassionate guidance on facing—and growing from—the circumstances you fear most. You'll discover practical ways to prepare for the unexpected, and find a path to real hope and peace—even in the midst of tragedy.
The author of more than 50 books draws upon biblical insight, his extensive counseling background, and his own personal experiences to show readers how they can be prepared for whatever the future holds.
Trusted counselor offers concrete advice for those facing uncertainty or upheaval, revealing the qualities and character traits that make for good decisions later in life.
Did you know that it is okay to get angry? In fact, anger is a proper and godly response to some of the challenges we face. While the Bible admonishes believers to be longsuffering, it also shows how anger can be a vital tool in God's hands for bringing about needed change. Written specifically for women and counselors, this insightful and practical book corrects the popular notion that good Christian women should never get angry--not for any reason, not at anyone, not ever. Foreword by Lisa Bevere.
Do you want to stop worrying, but don't know how? Expert counselor Dr. Norm Wright provides practical advice on how to spot, face, and conquer fear in this easy-to-understand book. His down-to-earth, practical advice backed by over four decades of Christian counseling experience will help you successfully combat negative thought patterns with the Word of God and effectively maintain a positive outlook on life through prayer and positive self-talk. Includes clear explanations and practical advice on how to stop worrying. When anxiety robs you of sleep, when worry saps your energy, and when fear captivates your thoughts, it is easy to feel helpless. But you do not have to remain a prisoner of fear, anxiety, or stress any longer. Find out the difference between helpful and unhelpful fearRecognize the true causes of fear and how to overcome themLearn practical ways to break patterns and habits of anxiety and worryDiscover your source of peace, security, and freedom See how the fear of rejection, fear of failure, and even our genetics can impact whether or not we worry about a situation. Then, discover how the Word of God, prayer, and a positive outlook can help you break that pattern of fear. 4 Key Features of Dr. Norm Wright's Overcoming Fear and Worry Expert Advice Explained in an Easy-to-Understand Way When you feel on-edge and drained by worry, the last thing you need is a book that's un-relatable and hard to read. Enjoy having this easy-to-understand, 112-page book that covers what you need to know in a conversational way! Using stories, life illustrations, and clear explanations, Dr. Norm Wright writes in a way that makes you feel as if he is speaking straight to you. Weaving his experience as a counselor with the Word of God, he gives expert and trustworthy advice.Provides a Solid Overview of the Characteristics and Impact of Fear Get answers to key questions, such as: What is fear? What causes my fear? How can I overcome fear? How does worrying affect my health? What is the difference between fear and worry? What is OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)? Is it a sin to worry? And more!Includes Personal Reflection Questions and Exercises that Will Help You Identify the Causes of Your Fear and Anxiety To truly break free from the prison of fear, you must first identify the underlying causes of your fear and the habits that fuel your anxiety. Throughout this helpful book, Dr. Norm Wright takes you step-by-step through the process of overcoming your fear. He includes practical questions, exercises, activities, and even provides areas for you to write down your responses.Features Practical Advice Rooted in the Word of God Enjoy getting practical advice on how to overcome fear along with illustrative examples that will help you apply each suggestion to your own life. Find out how to tackle the "what ifs" that can paralyze us with fear.Learn how to apply the "principle of replacement," shifting negative thoughts into positive ones.Discover 6 keyways to confront your worry and the 2 keyways to break a pattern of fear.See what the Bible says about worrying (includes key Bible verses and explains how to effectively wield the Word of God and prayer against fear) Perfect for-- Personal use/growthTo give to someone who is struggling with fear and anxietyMinistry training toolChristian counseling resourceSupplemental information for a Bible study on fear, worry, or anxiety
How do you grieve for someone who is physically still with you? How do you love them in the right way through that grief and sometimes frustration? Experiencing Dementia is written for the person who is in the wake of despair that the diagnosis of Dementia brings. This brief but powerful book will help lead readers through the needed grieving process.
This book goes behind the scenes, showing, you how men think ad communicate. It also presents concrete steps toward improving communication skills--whether you are a man wanting to grow or a woman desiring to grow closer to your spouse.
Start Your Days Together To have a marriage that works, you must work at it. Whether you’ve just put a ring on it, or have been married for years, you don’t have to figure marriage out on your own. Best-selling author and relationship counselor H. Norman Wright has mentored millions of couples through interactive and easy-to-use books on marriage. Through Scripture, storytelling, and thought-provoking questions, this devotional will minister to your heart and draw you closer to your spouse. Each devotion offers heartfelt daily readings that will encourage and uplift you and provide practical and creative problem-solving tools for a joy-filled marriage that lasts. Make the most of your marriage by starting each day reading the Word together. As you draw closer to God, you will grow closer together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your activities, the things you own, the people in your life, or your spiritual commitments? The author will help you ask the right questions and choose effective strategies to take the hurry and clutter out of your life.
Work Together Toward a Lasting Love If you've been married for more than five minutes, you know that marriage isn't all long-stemmed roses and heart-eye emojis. Marriages that stand strong under pressure take work—and lots of it. Whether you've just tied the knot or been together for years, After You Say "I Do" is the tool you need to strengthen your bond. This guide offers creative resources to help you and your partner navigate your differences and resolve conflict through open and healthy communication. Learn how to understand and navigate your different personalities handle and talk about your finances in productive ways prepare for the unexpected life events that are sure to come build healthy relationships and boundaries with in-laws A marriage that lasts is not a thing of the past. You can build a happy, healthy marriage one step at a time.
In any endeavor, dreams and goals not backed by concrete plans and preparations can result in failure. And marriage is no exception, claims H. Norman Wright. In fact, without solid planning and forethought by engaged couples, we will surely see a continuation of the startling divorce rate among Christians and non-Christians alike. On the other hand, thorough premarital counseling and preparation can result in lifelong marriages that are fulfilling and God honoring. That's where the church comes in. More and more churches are realizing that their responsibility lies not only in pronouncing men and women 'husband and wife,' but also in making sure the proper foundation is laid so that marriages have a better chance of standing strong under pressure. Since its introduction in 1977 as Premarital Counseling, this book has been used by literally thousands of churches throughout the country as both a guide and reference tool. Now Dr. Wright has added new material to cover some perplexing issues that have come into prominence only recently. Among those special concerns are: Interracial marriages Second marriages Marriages of persons from dysfunctional families Writing for both pastors and other premarital counselors, H. Norman Wright sets you at ease about the counseling process, even if you've had only limited counseling experience. As the author of the popular Before You Say I Do and numerous other books on marriage, H. Norman Wright documents in The Premarital Counseling Handbook methods hat have proved successful. These will help insure that the marriages performed in your church will resist the pressures that are destroying today's married couples.
Bestselling author and family counselor Norm Wright has written an informative and encouraging devotional that will gentle readers forward through the grieving process. He uses his years of counseling experience coupled with his own journeys through grief to help readers learn how to... Draw strength in times of weakness Find comfort when hope is gone Experience God's boundless love Working through more than 60 insightful devotions, readers will explore how to clarify their feelings of loss, establish a healthy outlook on the future, find strength in the arms of their Heavenly Father, and much more. Biblically based and solution-oriented, Quiet Times for Those Who Need Comfort is a must-have for anyone who has recently experienced a loss, someone going through the grieving process, ministers, and family counselors.
A growing marriage is a healthy marriage, and communication is the key! Noted Christian counselor Norm Wright draws on his years of counseling couples to provide 101 insightful conversation starters to encourage you and your partner to spend time together and deepen your relationship. From time management to children and from finances to items you may not have considered, you'll find questions that provide... innovative ideas to spark your creativity observations on romance to open up new levels of intimacy topics to strengthen your relationship conversation starters to enhance communication nonthreatening openings to bring up sensitive topics If you want more from your marriage, 101 Ways to Build a Stronger, More Exciting Marriage invites you to learn more about each other through engaging and fun interactions.
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