How do I know if I’m “enabling” my spouse’s compulsive gambling problem? I don’t want to do anything that might encourage his behavior. And while I’m on the subject, what exactly does it mean to be an “enabler”?
Life Changes Q&As
How can I come alongside a compulsive gambler and encourage him to take steps to overcome his addiction? After observing my husband’s behavior, seeking out the opinions of pastors and friends, and researching the issue on my own, I’ve come to the conclusion that he has a serious problem in this area. I’d like to …
How can I help a friend who was recently raped? So far, I’m the only person she’s told. She’s paralyzed with feelings of shame and guilt. She’s also afraid that she’ll only make a bad situation worse if she reports the incident or goes to the police. What should I do?
How do I keep my job from eating up my time and energy to the point where I have nothing left to give my family? I’m a high-level executive with a large corporation, and my struggle to balance work and family is made worse by the fact that business concerns tend to dominate my mind …
Is there a way to get out from under a hopeless amount of credit card debt? I’m spending more than I’m earning every month, and as result I’m sinking deeper and deeper into the hole. Most of the advice I get doesn’t apply to my situation because I’m in too much trouble. What can I …
What do I say to a friend who has had a miscarriage? I can tell she’s really hurting, and I’d like to reach out to her somehow. The problem is, I’m afraid of putting my foot in my mouth. I’ve never been through an experience of that kind myself, so it’s difficult to put myself …
What’s your opinion of the use of hypnosis in therapy? Is this really a legitimate clinical tool? Are there any spiritual dangers associated with this practice?
How can our church minister most effectively to victims of disaster and trauma? I’m the pastor of a small congregation in a mid-size town. Over the past month our community has been devastated by a terrible flood. Many families in this area have endured the loss of their homes, interruption of work and school, loss …
Is it a good idea to have provisions in my will for charitable bequests?
Should I set up an inheritance trust for my wife? My reasoning is that she doesn’t like handling money. Is my thinking sound?
