Living in a Time of Grief
How can we walk alongside those who grieve while also tending to our own sorrow? My community has recently faced a wave of profound loss, and in today’s episode, I share my reflections on navigating this grief in real-time.
“Why We Need To Let Our Kids Fail”
Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into an essential aspect of parenting: allowing our kids to experience failure. While it may be instinctual to shield our children from disappointment and setbacks, embracing failure as a natural part of life can yield profound benefits. One significant advantage is that it helps children learn to self-regulate….
The Importance of Emotional Resilience and How to Build It
What is Emotional Resilience? You might wonder what in the world is emotional resilience. It’s a great question. Emotional resilience refers to the ability to adapt to stressful situations and crises. It is the mental reservoir of strength that people can call on in times of need to carry them through without falling apart. People…
Inside Out 2: A Good Start with a Glaring Problem
In this episode, we dive into the enchanting world of the Inside Out movie franchise, a groundbreaking series that brilliantly brings the conversation about emotions to the forefront of society. Through its imaginative storytelling and relatable characters, Inside Out has opened up a dialogue about the complexity of our emotional lives. However, while celebrating its…
Raising Kids: It’s Terrifying and Wonderful
This post is an open letter from my wife to my daughter’s supervisor. We’ve never met her, but we have heard some statements and questions from her through our daughter. Dear Kendra’s Supervisor, I have heard that you want to meet us. Kendra has mentioned how highly you speak of her. Her charisma, love for…
10 Ways to Enhance Communication and Deepen Intimacy
In this episode, we’re diving into the art of communication and the magic of intimacy. Join us as we uncover 10 transformative points that will improve how you connect with others and deepen the bonds of intimacy in your relationships. From practical tips on expectations to the importance of vulnerability and emotional posture, each point…
Don’t Quit: An Old Poem For Modern Hard Times
This poem hung on the wall in our house as a kid. I saw it repeatedly, slowly sinking into my memory over time. And now, almost everyone I’m talking to mentions life being really hard. So many people talk about giving up.And I get it. Sometimes, I think about quitting. Just selling everything and moving…
Utilize these four questions to make difficult decisions.
Welcome to today’s episode, where we delve into the hopeful ideas behind making wise decisions. By exploring four essential questions, we can make better, wiser choices that guide us toward the life we long to live. Let’s be honest: life and decision-making can be complicated. However, these four questions can serve as invaluable guideposts as…
When Life Gets Hard, Perspective will Make or Break Us
The following continues my wife’s thoughts about lessons learned while we have been doing home repairs and facelifts. It was a crazy work week filled with the everyday hustle and bustle of running a business. I usually work three thirteen-hour days, so I have more flexibility on Thursday and Friday. The crazy week at work…
Robert Morris Did Not Have an Affair, He Assaulted a Little Girl
Today’s episode is one I wish we never had to record. It’s on a deeply troubling topic: sexual assault and church leadership. Recently, Robert Morris, a pastor of a mega-church in Texas, resigned, citing an “inappropriate relationship with a young lady.” In reality, he groomed and assaulted a twelve-year-old girl. The response has been disheartening,…