Learning to share control within a family is hard. As parents, we have gained so much knowledge and experience that we want to share with our kids. The problem is, they don’t always want to hear it. In this episode, we talk about the importance of offering choices to older kids and teens as a way to share control and build trust.
As I have struggled with new frustrations, it is very easy to feel my disappointments and fears start to morph into the secondary emotion of anger. I have had plenty of time this month to consider why the Lord has commanded us to “refrain from anger.”
We don’t have to just fit in with the crowd. To belong actually means to be you and embrace who you are and allow others to do the same. As you decide how you want to belong—you will discover who you were meant to be and that only you can be you.
Have courage momma. You are the mother your children need. Ask God for help in raising His children. They were His before they were yours after all. And He knows them so well!
Have you ever felt like it’s hopeless? Like there’s just this one subject that your child detests and fights you on? May I ask you a question? Have you deschooled or unschooled?
Do you feel frustrated by the continued mistakes and stumbles within your family? Change takes time. Join me in this episode for a fresh perspective on focusing on progress and encouragement instead of the mistakes.
One of the greatest “helper” roles in life is that of mother. As mothers we show our littles what it looks like to emulate the Great Helper.
Whether within a team, a group of mothers, or a nation we need each other. We are better together when we offer each other compassion and a listening ear.
There are things that you absolutely can’t cheat on, like tests, résumés, and taxes. But there are things that you absolutely can. Resolutions and goals are never an all-or-nothing affair.
Have you wanted to get out of town lately? “The Snail & the Whale” will fill you with more of that wanderlust and hopefully, you’ll share that spirit of adventure with your kiddo when you read this book.