by Shannon Popkin | Dec 26, 2019 | 5 C Challenge, Control Girl, Holidays
Last but not least of the Five C Challenge, we’re focusing on… No Comparing. Here’s the definition. Compare: to examine in order to note similarities or differences Now perhaps you’ve already noticed the obvious. Not all comparison is bad. It...
by Shannon Popkin | Dec 22, 2019 | 5 C Challenge, Control Girl, Holidays
Condemn: to pronounce to be guilty. “Do you feel like I condemn you all the time?” I searched his face. As he started to say, “No…” I knew the answer was yes. “What do I do that makes you feel condemned?” I asked gently,...
by Shannon Popkin | Dec 17, 2019 | 5 C Challenge, Control Girl, Holidays
The number one question, when someone glances the Five C’s is, “No Correcting?! What will happen if I go without correct anyone? Especially my kids!” I admit, back when my kids were younger, I didn’t know if it would be possible. And...
by Shannon Popkin | Dec 10, 2019 | 5 C Challenge, Control Girl, Holidays
So… how’s has the Five C Challenge been going for you so far? I seem to be clamping my hand over my mouth quite frequently – usually after I’ve just complained about something. Complain: to express dissatisfaction, pain, uneasiness, censure,...
by Shannon Popkin | Dec 5, 2019 | 5 C Challenge, Control Girl, Holidays
Okay, ready to begin this Five C Challenge? Let’s start with Criticism. Criticize: to censure or find fault with. Why is this so easy to do at Christmas time? I think it’s because during the holidays, we have heightened expectations. There’s a RIGHT...
by Shannon Popkin | Feb 13, 2019 | Control Girl
To my married friends: I offer these suggestions based on my vast experience as a Control Girl wife over the past 25 Valentine’s Days, spent with my husband Ken. Here are 5 Easy Ways to Ruin Valentine’s Day. Or not. It’s your choice. 1. Create a...
