Relational Laziness

A number of years ago, a friend of mine entered a difficult phase of his marriage. Rather than take the route of relational courage, he eventually divorced his wife. A few years later, he told me with regret, " I gave up the most important relationship in my life because of laziness. That's all it was. If I could, I'd set the clock back and do it all over again. And this time I wouldn't quit working. "

It takes courage to take the initiative, to practice diligence in relationships. The stakes are high; the pain of loss is great. Yes, your efforts at reconciliation may be rebuffed, but more often than not they will be warmly welcomed and met with sincere " I want to try too, Thanks for taking the initiative. "