Ten Ways to Encourage Your Husband: 1. Write an encouraging note and put it in his lunch bag, briefcase or car where he will find it. Or send him an encouraging email or text. 2. Listen attentively to his problems and offer sympathy or perhaps a few gentle suggestions, if he seems receptive to that.... 3. Encourage him to look for the good in every situation, reminding him to trust Allah to redeem even the worst situation and to bring good out of it. 4. Affirm him and make sure he knows that you believe in him! 5. Remind of him of his positive attributes, strengths and abilities and express confidence in his ability to handle a difficult situation or to make a wise decision. 6. If he is discouraged because he is overwhelmed, stressed, or has too many demands on his time and energy, look for ways you or the children might be able to lighten his load by helping him with some of his chores, such as doing the yard work or running some errands, perhaps. (Yes, even if you are overwhelmed by your own work load!) 7. If he is discouraged about finances or a job loss, refrain from complaining about a lack of resources. Instead look for creative ways to make do. 8. Pray for him and with him. 9. Share encouraging verses of the holy quran with him. Encourage him to keep his eyes on Allah, have faith! 10. Smile and stay upbeat and positive in his presence, even if you are struggling with discouragement yourself! (Let that be your little secret!)
Posted on: Fri, 24 Jan 2014 07:31:13 +0000