Road Warrior
Does absence makes the heart grow fonder? Or does it tempt the heart to wander?
Program: Real FamilyLife
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Dennis Rainey: Does absence makes the heart grow fonder? Or does it tempt the heart to wander?
Guest: During my Air Force career, of course, most of the care of the children fell on my wife because I was away from home so much. Most Air Force wives get little credit for raising their families, but she was such a special person.[ Read Full Transcript ]
Dennis Rainey: Travel is a big challenge for families in the military, and increasingly, for many in the business world as well. Here's a few tips for reducing the stress your family can feel if you have to be away.
First, prepare for your trip well. If you're rushed and stressed, you're a lot less likely to treat your family with kindness.
Second, use the telephone. When I'm away, I try to call home once a day, even more often when I know a lot is going on back home.
Finally, it's always nice to bring home a surprise. It can be as simple as a letter composed in a hotel room. Let your spouse and children know you were thinking about them on your trip.
One final thought. Travel is a necessary part of life for many of us. But if you ever sense that a demanding travel schedule is threatening your family relationships, maybe it's time for you to start looking for another job.
I'm Dennis Rainey, and that's Real FamilyLife.
Date: 1/4/2008 12:00:00 AM
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