How Can I Help You With COVID-19?

I have been wanting to write this for about a week now, regarding COVID-19.

On the one hand I have more time being “homebound.” On the other hand, I have not had as much time as I might have thought, because I have been spending a lot more time with family – and that’s a good thing! I hope you have experienced the same!

BUT THEN I WONDER–has it been good for you?

I know that conflict is also more apt to happen when we have more time together. On a walk with Zerrin this morning I had to apologize for two incidents over COVID-19 the last few days when I was short and reactive. I hate it when I am like that. I’m aware when I am mad, that I can be so unkind. I am truly so thankful for my wife and sad when I am like that. I’m also thankful that I can say both Zerrin and I know what to do when we have moments like these. We know how to get back to peace and the enjoyment of being together.

How about you? What has it been like so far with the stay at home orders? And how confidant are you that you know what to do when conflict happens?

My greatest desire is to be of help to you in your relationships – whether it is with a spouse, a child, an extended family member or friend.

So my simple question: how can I be of help?

What one question on communication or conflict resolution could I answer for you in a future email or blog post that would hold the greatest potential to improve your relationship(s) – particularly when we are spending so much more time together?

I look forward to hearing your answer!

Warmly,

Mark Oelze

ps…And by the way, I did a short two-minute video on our PLEDGEtalk Facebook page this week about perspectives. You might find it helpful. And if you do, would you share it with others? Thanks!

pss…don’t forget to email me your one question!