074 The Journey To Forgiveness

by | Oct 17, 2015 | Communicating, Forgiveness, Podcast

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ForgivenessIsAJourneyVarious guests share how they were hurt in some of the worst ways you can imagine, either by a loved one or a stranger, yet they found a way to forgive.

If a woman can forgive all three of her rapists, if a husband can forgive his unfaithful wife, if a pastor can forgive the friend who embezzled a large sum of money from his account, and if a pastor can forgive and renew a friendship with an old friend who hurt him so badly that he wished him ill will; can’t you find it in your heart to forgive those who have broken your heart, not met your expectations, disrespected or disappointed you in some fashion, or perhaps they hurt someone you love?

During the show, we talk about what forgiveness is, what it is not, the steps to take along the path to forgiveness, and why even with the best intentions to forgive, the end result may not turn out as you may have hoped and why even that is okay.

Whether you are seeking forgiveness or need to forgive, you will want to listen to this life changing episode of Make The Change Radio Show.

Be sure to listen every Saturday from 12 noon to 1 pm, Eastern on WOL NewsTalk 1450 AM.  You may also listen via live stream at www.woldcnews.com/listen-live. Download the mobile app at http://woldcnews.newsone.com/268581/streaming-app/.

013 How To Communicate With The Most Difficult People – Part 1

by | Jul 26, 2014 | Communicating, Podcast

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Ep 13-Rick BrinkmanWhy do people act the way they do?  How would you like to improve your relationships with the difficult people in your life?  According to Dr. Rick Brinkman you can improve even the most difficult relationships.  In this episode, he will share strategies on how to effectively deal with the top 13 difficult behaviors that can literally destroy our relationships at home, work, and elsewhere.  Can you identify which behavior best describes you?

1. Know-it-Alls     2. Think-They-Know-It-Alls     3. Whiners     4. Meddlers     5. Martyrs     6. Tank attackers     7. Snipers     8. No people (Negativity)     9. Yes people     10. Maybe people     11. Nothing people     12. Grenade Tantrums     13. Judgers

Dr. Rick Brinkman is the Co-Author of “Dealing with People You Can’t Stand” and “How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst.”  Over 2 million copies sold with translations in 24 languages.

004 The Power Of An Apology

by | May 24, 2014 | Forgiveness, Podcast

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apology_sorry2Is someone out there still waiting to receive an apology from you?

There’s so much power in the words “I apologize.” They can heal a broken heart, dry tears from crying eyes, change a frown into a smile, turn sadness into joy, and give a restless soul some peace.

So if an apology can do so much good, why is it so difficult for us to apologize?

Where did this thinking come from? Well, in the movie “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon – 1949,” John Wayne said “…Never apologize–it’s a sign of weakness.”

Well, let me tell you, it is just the opposite. Having the capacity to say I am sorry, is a sign of strength. It really takes a lot of courage to say I am sorry and refusing to apologize is the true sign of weakness.

Someone out there is waiting for you to deliver the words “I Am Sorry.” And if there’s one change you can make starting today, show how strong you really are, look for opportunities to apologize when you know that you did something wrong or whatever part you played in the situation.

Reach out to someone you’ve hurt and apologize.

Dr. Rodney Malcolm’s Bio:

Dr. Malcolm provides marriage, family, and pastoral counseling in the Washington DC metropolitan area.

Dr. Malcolm holds the following degrees:

  1. Doctoral Degree (Honorary) in Pastoral Counseling, 2003, Life Improvement Center, Cleburne, Texas.
  2. Master of Divinity (Minor: Counseling/Psychology) 1981, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan.
  3. Bachelor of Arts in Theology (Minor: Psychology): 1978, Oakwood College, Huntsville, Alabama.
  4. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (Minor: Education): 1976, Fisk University, Nashville, Tennessee.