(Inside: Strong dads, this is what you do, and this is how it shapes our families in the best of ways.) When a dad encourages his children and tells them …
Parents, How Your “No” Helps Your Teen Better Navigate Their World
(Inside: Why is it hard for parents to say “no”? How a “no” from loving parents protects and sets your kids up to thrive.) Your teens need your “no.” They’re …
Parents, Your Teens Want You Even More Than Their Phones
Teens want their parents. They don’t always say it, but their knee-jerk reactions always show it. Teens want their parents. Read on…
Parents, You Can Change Direction, and That’s Powerful
Parents, you can always change direction. It’s your superpower. We can’t redo, but we can always renew. Read on…
Two Parenting Ingredients That Will Help You Better Thrive
Two parenting ingredients that will improve your relationships with your big kids and help everyone better thrive.
Dear Parents, Please Keep Me Safe During My Teen Years
Every parent wants to keep their teens safe. “Keep my teens safe” is a huge prayer. Teens want us to keep them safe, even when they protest.
See Your Kids for Who They Are and Parent Them
Dear God, please help me see my kids for who they are and parent the kids in front of me. Hear my prayer for wisdom and discernment…
Dear Teen, I Hope You Look Back and See
Dear kids, I hope you look back and see not just a mom who wasn’t perfect, but a mom who loved you and tried so very hard… Read on…
Three Words that Transform Parenting Big Kids for the Better
These three powerful words transform parenting big kids in powerful ways. Better get to know your teen with this phrase.
Do You Need to Simplify Parenting? Collect Moments, Instead
Simplify parenting. If all there is to do in parenting is overwhelming you, put away your to-do list and instead reach for one goal.