Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast
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Teaching Kids God Loves Them
How Your Child's Mind Learns
Staying Organized in the School Year
If a Kid Disrespects You
Stay Flexible, Give Yourself Grace
Working Through Middle School Challenges
If a Kid Misbehaves at School
Getting Kids to do Homework
Boundaries to Help You Bond
Lessons from a Homeschooling Mom
Playing Sports for Character, Not Identity
Hope for the Overly Stressed Mom
Everyday Grace Parenting
Kindness That Transforms
Engaging in Mealtimes
Making Rest Regular
Adventures That Build Your Child’s Character
Developing a Habit of Praying for the Family
Get Outside and Enjoy It
Have Dinners Together
If Your Child Sees Something Inappropriate
Single Parents & Discipline
If You Fail at an Activity
Getting Boys to Open Up
The Pressures Girls Are Under
Prioritize Relationship Over Performance
Replacing Screens with Books
Put the Phones Away!
When a Physical or Mental Health Challenge is Serious
When a Military Parent Passes Away
If Your Child is Confused About Their Gender
What Boys Are Dealing With
Help Your Teen Girl Embrace Who She Is
For Those Raising a Child with Special Needs
How Prayer Can Reset Your Mind
A Series of Conversations About Sex
If Your Child’s Faith is Deconstructing
Jesus Can Handle Tough Questions
They See More Than Your Words
The Process of Letting Go for Mothers
Ask Questions First
What Does Your Child Believe About Themselves?
When Scripture is Difficult
Be Flexible with Family Devotions
Tell Them the Easter Story
The story of Easter is quite violent, when you really examine the crucifixion of Jesus. How do you share about that with your kids? Dr. Josh Straub and his wife Christi talk to Jim Daly about how you can help your kids understand the Easter story. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book 10 Days of the Easter Story for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Inviting Your Child Into the Easter Story Family Reading of Scripture: Holy Week Contact our Counseling Team Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Why Teaching Joy Matters
How do you teach your kids to have joy, even if your circumstances are rough right now? Danny shares how he learned about contentment from his grandpa. Plus, Jim Daly talks to Marcus Warner and Chris Coursey on how to find joy, even if you don't consider yourself a joyful person. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The 4 Habits of Raising Joy-Filled Kids for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Nurturing Joy in Your Child Family Reading of Scripture: Holy Week What is Joy? Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Thankfulness, Kindness and Mercy
How do you have real peace in a chaotic world? Maybe something called gratitude might help? Jim Daly and Kay Wyma discuss how to teach your kids to be thankful. Also, Danny gives some tips for how to help your child if he or she is having a bad attitude Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Peace Project for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Finding Peace in Your Everyday Life How to Reduce Grumbling and Increase Gratitude Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Resiliency and Mental Toughness
How are you modeling determination for your kids? Danny shares about a family hiking trip that turned into a fun opportunity to teach his kids perseverance. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Kathy Koch on the benefits of resilience. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Resilient Kids for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment How to Build Resilience in Your Child Learn About Our Age and Stage e-Newsletter Raising Resilient Kids Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Handling Emotions Like Jesus
Is one of your kids more emotional than the others? Danny opens up about the ways his kids expressed their emotions. Plus, Jim Daly talks to professional counselor Debra Fileta who gives some helpful insights on the popular verse, "Jesus wept." Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the Nourish Your Family’s Mental Health Bundle for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment How to Nourish Mental Health in Your Family Contact our Counseling Team Family Reading of Scripture Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
Positive vs. Negative Thinking
Do you tend to be an optimist or a pessimist in your parenting? John and Danny answer that question for themselves. Then, Jim Daly talks to Katherine Hill about how our thought patterns impact our brain chemistry, and why it's good for you to think positively. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book A Mind of Their Own for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Beware, Little Minds: Raising Mentally Healthy Kids Contact our Counseling Team Family Reading of Scripture Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.