18/11/2025
💞COUPLES’ CORNER — “The Day Yaw Decided to Walk Away Instead of Explode”💞
Esi loved Yaw, but she feared one thing about him—his temper.
He had never hit her, but when he got angry, he shouted, slammed doors, and spoke words that burned deeper than any slap.
One Saturday, after a misunderstanding about money, the argument grew quickly.
Yaw felt the anger racing in his chest.
Esi felt the tears coming.
Both of them stood on a dangerous edge.
In that moment, Yaw remembered something their pastor had said:
“The strongest man is not the one who fights—he is the one who controls himself.”
Yaw looked at Esi, trembling, and made a single decision that prevented a lifetime of regret:
He walked outside.
He didn’t storm out.
He didn’t shout.
He stepped out to breathe, pray, and calm down.
That one choice broke the cycle he had inherited from his father.
It taught Esi something too—that walking away to calm down is not disrespectful; it is responsible love.
Later that evening, Yaw returned, sat beside her, and said softly:
“Esi, I don’t want anger to lead my home. Let’s learn better.”
They began practicing three tools:
1. The 20-minute cool-off rule
When emotions rise, they pause, separate briefly, and return to talk with calmer hearts.
2. Respectful language only
No name-calling. No shouting. No insults—even in anger.
3. Prayer before discussion
They pray together for patience, wisdom, and gentleness before touching difficult issues.
Over time, their home transformed.
What could have turned into emotional or physical violence became an opportunity for growth.
Their marriage became safer, softer, and more peaceful.
Esi often tells young wives:
“Violence is prevented long before it appears. It starts with choosing peace over pride.”
Yaw tells young husbands:
“Strength is not in the fist—it is in the spirit.”
📖 Scripture Caption:
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” — Proverbs 15:1
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