Appreciation

Appreciation

Not rocket science.  Not Chaos Theory mathematics.  Maybe not as simple as Attention.  Appreciation, nonetheless is a top emotional/relational need and thus is the subject of my post today. Appreciation is expressing thanks, praise or commendation.  Recognizing...
Support?…Encouragement?

Support?…Encouragement?

Same thing…right?  No.  We’ve been going over the top ten emotional needs and what separates them from the others.  Very often there are two that seem to be the same.  The first time we went over a very similar two needs was approval/acceptance.  Today,...
Affection

Affection

Hoooooooooo doggy!  Here we go!  Now we’re talking about some serious emotional/relational needs!  O.k., simmer down (I’m talking to myself as much as any of you).  Affection, seems simple enough.  Hugs, kisses, “I love you’s”, sweet...
Attention

Attention

You know…you never hear of someone saying, “…ugh, that person is always seeking support.”  Likewise, “All they ever do is display appreciation seeking behavior.” is not commonly heard.  Yet, somehow, if you need attention you are...
Security…Peace

Security…Peace

“…and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds through Christ Jesus.”  You will find that written in Phil 4: 7.  Now, where will you find security or peace?  Well, that depends on you I guess. This...