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Fighting Mom Burnout? Try These Tips For Healthy Boundaries, So You Can get Back To Enjoying Christian Family Life More.

Episode 140 // Feeling stressed? Struggling with some burnout? You are not alone. 
Parenting is HARD WORK. Between the kids, the house, the bills, your marriage, your work: it’s a lot. And one of the keys to managing the stress and enjoying the hard journey is... boundaries. 
Eek. I know. Boundaries. It’s a word that brings up a lot of emotions. But today, it’s a word that will bring hope to your heart. 
Today, we’re tackling the topic of stress, burnout, and how to set boundaries to help with it all. 
Ready? Let’s dive in. 
Oh, and while we’re at it - make sure to grab my BRAND NEW DEVOTIONAL on Finding Joy In The Journey of Motherhood. If you want to parent joyfully, this is the devotional for you.
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
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Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
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Feeling Like A Stressed Out Mom? Try These 9 Helpful Tips.

Episode 139 // Nobody loves stress. But everybody deals with it. 
So how could we go through a series on hard mom emotions and not talk about stress??!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the messy house, cranky kids, or things just aren’t going right, today’s episode is for you. I’ll share 9 tips that help me through stressful seasons of life, along with some real-life examples so you know you’re not alone!
Stress is not fun, but it does not need to steal your enjoyment of Christian family life. Dive in with me for some biblical encouragement and helpful tips.
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
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Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
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Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
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DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 

Two Simple Bible Verses For Christian Anger Management

Episode 138 // Friday Faith Followup
 
Christians have to deal with anger, just like everyone else. But thanks to the Holy Spirit in our lives, we have exactly the right help for dealing with it!
 
When you’re struggling with anger as a Christian mom, you’re probably also going to struggle with some other mom emotions: mom guilt, mom burnout, mom stress. Anger weighs on our souls and it weakens our family relationships. 
 
But it can be so hard to fight it!
 
That’s where it is so helpful to turn to Scripture. 
 
In today’s episode, we’ll dive deep into 2 great Scriptures that will help you recognize and manage your triggers AND find ways to calm down and restore peace in your family. 
 
The Bible has exactly the wisdom that you need for managing that mom anger, so let’s get right to it. 
 
And don’t forget to grab your 40 Day Devotional on handling anger as a Christian mom: Keep Your Cool, Mama!
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
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If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
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DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 
 

Don’t worry, Mama, You CAN Control Those Anger Outbursts. Here’s How.

Episode 137 // Anger can be such an overwhelming emotion. 
 
And if you ever find yourself crying out to God for helping, asking yourself “how do I control my anger?!?!” or wondering why you’re still struggling with this emotion… my friend, you are not alone. 
 
So many Christian families struggle with managing anger. It’s awkward to talk about, hurtful to our family relationships, and we just want it to go away.
 
Well, it is possible to control those anger outbursts. As a Christian counselor, sometimes I think that I should have all the answers. But managing emotions in our own families is hard work! Thankfully, we serve a God who DOES have the answers and who delights to pour out grace when we are struggling. 
 
Want a few tips from a mom who’s been there? From a Christian family counselor? Well, join me today as we dive into some practical and biblical strategies to get your mom anger under control.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
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DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL - maybe even my 40 Day Devotional specifically for learning to manage anger and hard mom emotions! That one is called Keep Your Cool, Mama!
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
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DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

13 Secret Weapons To Stop Overthinking Things And Find More Peace In Your Christian Family Relationships

Episode 136 // Friday Faith Followup
 
Do you want to give your kids your full attention? Connect with your husband even on a busy day? To enjoy the small moments of family life together?
 
I know I do! And I know that when my brain gets stuck on overdrive, it’s really, really difficult to enjoy life.
 
Sometimes, it’s just hard to turn our brains off! There are so many things to think about, worry about, stress about, plan for, consider, and focus on… but this overthinking makes it impossible to be fully present in the moment with your family. 
 
In our last episode, we looked at how to handle negative thinking. Today, I’ll share some tips and tricks that can help you stop OVERTHINKING things, so you can get back to enjoying things instead.
 
Ready? Let’s dive in. 
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL - maybe even my 40 Day Devotional specifically for learning to manage hard mom emotions! That one is called Keep Your Cool, Mama!
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 
 

How To STOP Your Negative Thinking And Enjoy Christian Family Life More (My Favorite Counseling Hacks)

Episode 135 // Negative thinking is so common, so tricky, and so hard to stop! 
 
It’s also so hurtful to your goal of enjoying family life. 
 
If you ever find yourself stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, or notice that a negative thought is making you feel depressed, anxious, angry, or stressed - this episode is for you. 
 
Today, I’m sharing the 5-step process that I use in the counseling room to help people STOP negative thinking and START replacing that with helpful thought patterns instead. 
 
Ready, friend? Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL - maybe you want to start with my 40 Day Devotional specifically about how to manage hard mom emotions! That one is called Keep Your Cool, Mama!
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
* * * * * 
 
CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 
 

God’s Promise, Peace, and Presence In Your Anxiety

Episode 134 // Friday Faith Followup
 
Yes, Christian moms struggle with anxiety. And you can't fully enjoy family life if you’re stuck in a place of worry. It just isn’t possible! Anxiety sucks the joy from everything we try to do. 
 
So let’s deal with it. We’ve looked recently at practical action steps that we can take to deal with anxiety as Christians. But God promises SO MUCH MORE than just action steps. He promises you his peace, his presence, and his power to overcome these hard emotions. 
 
Pause with me for a moment today to dive into this key piece of dealing with anxiety as Christians. Let’s look at what God promises and how He shows up in your hardest emotions.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL.
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 

Help! How Do I Control My Anxiety As A Christian Mom?

Episode 133 // Anxiety is such a hard emotion. 
 
So many moms struggle with worry, fear, and anxiety. We almost start to think that it’s normal, because it’s just so common. 
 
But God has a better way. And as you learn to manage anxiety when it pops up, you’ll find more peace and joy in your daily life - and your family relationships will grow so much deeper. 
 
Today, we’re doing a deep dive into the question of how to control anxiety. I’ll share the strategies that I’ve used again and again as a Christian counselor, and the biblical foundation for why they work. 
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL.
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

The Christian Mom’s 5 Best Bible Verses For Depression

Episode 132 // Friday Faith Followup
 
When you’re struggling with sadness and wondering how to control depression, it can feel like God is completely absent. 
 
My friend, He is not absent. He’s right there with you. 
 
Today, we’ll take a look at 5 of the BEST Bible verses for depression. When you’re in the middle of busy mom life and you’re trying to do All-The-Things for your Christian family, you can’t let a season of sadness steal your joy. Open God’s Word and find the hope you’re longing for in the love of Jesus.
 
And hey, grab my FREE Bible study to walk through each of these 5 passages yourself! 
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL.
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
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CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨ 

4 Things A Christian Mom Can Do When She’s Feeling Sad Or Depressed

Episode 131 // Emotions are hard. 
 
Sadness and depression are a reality for SO MANY Christian moms. And these hard emotions can make it really difficult to enjoy family life. 
 
So join me today to deep dive into these emotions. Ever wonder how to get past a season of sadness in your life? Find yourself questioning if God is really there for you as you try to figure out how to control depression?
 
Today’s conversation is for you. We’ll find out what sadness and depression really look like, why these emotions still happen even for Christian moms, and most importantly: 4 practical, biblical things you can do to help.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY Christian family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships.
 
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com. 
 
* * * * * 
 
DIVE DEEPER:
 
Faith  |  Marriage  |  Parenting  |  Home & Family  |  Emotions  |  Communication
 
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL.
 
Read this episode on the blog.
 
Join us inside our Patreon community to support this ministry and get extra perks!
 
* * * * * 
 
CONNECT, SHARE, & FOLLOW:
 
If you got value or encouragement from my show, please leave a rating and review! This helps me support more women to enjoy Christian family life and build stronger family relationships. Click here in Apple Podcasts, scroll to the Ratings & Reviews and click “Write A Review.” Let me know what you loved most about the episode! 
 
Also, be sure to follow the podcast, so new episodes pop right up in your library.
 
Then, copy and share the link for today’s episode with a friend who needs encouragement.
 
Prayer requests? Questions? Topics you want me to cover? Email me at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com. 
* * * * * 
DISCLAIMERS
I am a licensed therapist but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. Read my disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨