Practice makes perfect in the batting cage

       
        How good are you at baseball? You could be at a professional skill level or maybe you’ve never even touched a baseball before. No matter how good you are, it’s because of your dedication to practicing or... lack thereof. One fact about practice and improvement is that no one else can do it FOR you. It’s something you can only do for yourself. However, it’s common to want to fix or change others, in particular, your spouse.

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         You hate how much time your wife spends on Facebook or the junk food your husband eats. You want your spouse to exercise more or to be more social. But the more you try to change your spouse the more he resists and pushes you away. Most of the time, it harms your friendship. So what can you do? 

           If you want to change your marriage or spouse the first thing you should do is look in the mirror. As you focus on what YOU can do to improve, it is almost natural for a spouse to notice and want to be better as well. If you want your spouse to eat healthier, take the initiative first and be a healthier person. Take responsibility for changing your own behavior and not your spouse’s behavior. Lead by example. 

 

 

           Practice this skill as you hit baseballs in the batting cage at Extra Innings. Their pitching machine sends baseballs flying between 40 and 80 mph! While you practice, only comment on what your spouse does well (correct stance, good swing, consistent hits, etc.). Don’t try to fix your spouse. Remember, the only person you should critique is yourself. You can give helpful feedback for your spouse only when he or she asks for it. Check out Extra Innings website for prices and other details. And make sure to call and set reservations ahead of time.