Difficult decisions are never easy. They aren’t fun. But they are a necessary part of Christian family life! Let’s take a look at how to do this well. decision-making in your Christian family Sometimes, the things we want and plan don’t wind up lining up with what God seems to be asking us to do. …
Making Difficult Decisions For The Good Of Your Family // Episode 113 Read More »
What are we talking about today? Relationships with the in-laws can be tricky. There is often a lot of baggage and emotion in these parts of the Christian family experience, and it can be really difficult to navigate these relationships well! Whether you love your in-laws or tolerate them, you have certainly had moments when …
What are we talking about today? I remember taking walks with my husband in the years before we had kids and talking through “when we’re done with this busy season of life, we’re going to…” and filling in the blank with all sorts of things we wanted to do. We thought we were busy then. …
What are we talking about today? You want a peaceful home, where your family can connect, unwind, and thrive. But how much is screen time impacting that? We often underestimate not only how much screen time we have, but how it is changing us. And, friend, don’t think that it isn’t changing you! Today, we’re …
What are we talking about today? Summertime is all about fun family time – so you don’t want to let conflict and bickering ruin it! With all the effort that goes into planning a great family vacation, you want to make sure that sibling rivalry or changes in the plans don’t throw everything out the …
What are we talking about today? Is your to-do list a mile long? Are you stressed about multiple things at the same time and nothing feels like it’s really going that well? Do you place concepts like “productivity” or “success” on a pedestal? This episode is for you, mama. I have been really challenged by …
You can’t do it all, mama… But you can do what God has called you to do. // Episode 79 Read More »
What are we talking about today? Communication can be hard work. But it’s the centerpiece of great family relationships! And if passive aggressive behavior is present in your relationship, you simply cannot build the intimacy and closeness that you really want. When we struggle with mom anger, fear of conflict, or anxiety about our relationships, …
What are we talking about today? What do you think about when I say… “self care.” Do you think it’s something selfish? That you’d never have time for it? Is it a buzzword that you’re not really even sure what it means? It is my goal with this podcast and blog that you will love …
What are we talking about today? Boundaries can be so difficult. But if we want great relationships, we need healthy boundaries! Not to mention, the huge impact they have on our mental health and emotional wellness. Yes, even as Christians… we need to feel confident in when to say no and how to say it! …
What are we talking about today? Do you enjoy conflict with your loved ones? Of course not! Conflict is no fun… but it is inevitable. And there are solutions. As a therapist (not to mention a mom and a wife!) I am all too familiar with the pain of dealing with conflict. We all go …