5 Things Every Married Man Should Do Around Single Women

For some of you, you have been working around the same women for some time. You
might have chosen many times to engage in flirty conversation or to go out with co-
workers after work. If this is you and your wife is at home waiting for you, then it’s
time to step back and assess your position as the husband and leader. Take the
necessary steps to make your relationship with your wife the most important one
again and don’t forget it. Lead, gentlemen, lead!

Even though those were only a couple of quick examples, I know there are a few of
you out there who need to step up your role as a husband. Those examples don’t apply
to you? Then consider who you know and talk to at your gym, the grocery store, the
local hangout or wherever. These “simple” places could produce difficult relationships
that will harm your relationship and love with your wife. Man up and do what needs to
be done for your marriage!

Now that I have your attention, here are five things every married man should do
around single women:

1. Keep your ring on. There are very few exceptions for when that ring needs to be
off, like when operating heavy machinery, swimming in shark-infested waters and the
like. If you are about to enter a situation that makes you look at your ring and
consider if you need it on or not, leave! Run! Get away from there! Seriously, get
out of that situation; your vows, marriage, children and more depend on those
important decisions. (Read Luke16:10.)

2. Hang up pictures of your wife at work. A married man in this position would be wise
to pick out a couple of great and fun photos of him and his wife and keep them
displayed at his office or place of work. Pick a time that was fun for two reasons: It
will remind you why you love her so much, and it will make for a great conversation
tool when others, especially women, ask about it. Update the image as needed to keep
the people around you knowing your relationship is continuing to grow.

3. Keep eye contact simple and short. Don’t read this the wrong way; I’m not saying
to be rude. I’m saying to be careful where your eyes travel and how long they travel
when you are in the presence of an attractive single woman. You know that once you
engage in the first serious look, you have signed the dotted line for more eye
trouble. (Read more about that “first look” here.) Keep it short, keep it decisive, and
move on. Get back to that image posted at your desk. Go! (Read Matthew 5:28.)

4. Keep conversation general and professional. If you work around single women, there
is no question that conversation will come up. It’s up to you on how you decide to
speak with her. You can choose to keep it short and general, you can choose to keep
it professional, or you can choose to keep it off of those and allow it go places it
shouldn't. Be polite but very intentional in your conversations. If needed, again,
always be ready to bring up something about your wife or family. Pull the pin, aim,
and extinguish. Safety first. (Read Romans 6:13.)

5. Talk about your wife and family often. Did I mention anything about talking about
your wife in conversation yet? I believe I did, but this last point brings the idea to a
firm home. The single women you engage with each day, if you have to, should be no
match to your wife and family. Your family should be your first priority wherever
you are and with whomever you encounter each day. Yes, each and every day. Keep it
short, keep it simple, and mention your beautiful wife. Now pat yourself on the back
and keep it up. (Read Ephesians 5:25-33.)

Important note: No matter what you have done with your current relationships with
single women, these steps can and should be started at anytime. Your wife’s feelings
are and will always be more important than the woman you need to take these steps
with. Get on it!

I challenge you to take these bold steps for you, your marriage and your family.
Again, it’s your responsibility to lead!

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