Love Your People Well | A Therapist’s Tips For Christian Mom Life, Marriage Help, And Family Relationships
Welcome to the Love Your People Well Podcast! Every week here on the show, you’ll get biblical encouragement, gospel hope, and practical tips from my work as a marriage and family therapist and my own home life as a mom of 4 littles.
Every mom can struggle with feeling distracted and discouraged. We can start to feel like we’re drowning in all the important things we want to do.
But every mom also wants to ENJOY her family. You want to find purpose in your motherhood. You want a happy marriage, quality family time, and a close family bond. You want more time with Jesus, more self care, and more joy during the hard seasons.
It is my prayer that you will find that here.
Take a deep breath, friend, and listen in for a few minutes today. You’ll get tips, you’ll get encouragement, and most of all, you’ll get God’s Word and the peace, joy, and purpose that He offers you in this crazy journey of Christian family life.
Head to www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com to grab some free resources, check out my line of devotionals, and get more support.
Hugs & blessings, friend. I’ll talk to you soon!
~ Jess
Episodes
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Episode 174 // Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in all the big emotions of motherhood? You are not alone! Emotions can be hard to manage, and they can make it really difficult to enjoy and embrace everyday family life.
So listen in today, because I’ve got some helpful tips to get back on track with managing those hard emotions. This is one of the most common topics that comes up in the counseling room, and I know that Christ can bring you VICTORY in managing your emotions!
Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our February Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on biblical marriage habits. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Mentioned Today: Keep Your Cool, Mama! 40-Day Devotional For Emotional Control
❤️ Build a deep FAITH
❤️ Enjoy a happy MARRIAGE
❤️ Find joy in PARENTING
❤️ Invest in HOME & FAMILY LIFE
❤️ Manage hard EMOTIONS
❤️ Learn great skills for COMMUNICATION
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE
❤️ Find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life during the long season of raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
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SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
> Leave a written review to help us grow! 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!
> Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
> Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
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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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Episode 173 // When you’re trying to strengthen communication in your family relationships, there is great wisdom to be found in God’s communication with us: The Bible!
Join me today to dive into 10 crucial Scriptures that help us understand, improve, and grow in our communication. This is how we build connection as a family - we create a home life filled with words of encouragement, active listening, and biblical interactions.
Let’s dive into God’s Word together, friend.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! And February is coming soon, where we’ll focus on Biblical Marriage Habits. < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
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SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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.
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
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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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Episode 172 // Communication can be a key part of feeling disconnected in family relationships. ANd it’s especially discouraging when you’re trying, and just don’t feel like things are clicking!
So today, I want to share some practical ideas for how you can strengthen communication in your home - without even needing to have an awkward sit-down-and-let’s-talk-about-this conversation.
You can make a big difference in what your family relationships look like. Ready for some tips and encouragement?
Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! And February is coming soon, where we’ll focus on Biblical Marriage Habits< <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Mentioned today: Free Conflict Resolution Checklist, the Communicating to Connect Devotional
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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.
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
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✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Episode 171 // Friday Faith Followup
It’s hard enough to get clear on the truest, deepest priorities that you have for yourself and your family. But trying to live out those priorities in the middle of a busy, media-filled, stressful day? It can feel almost impossible!
While there are plenty of tips and tricks to help us focus on God and grow spiritually, the ultimate help that we have comes from God himself. The Bible gives us the wisdom and encouragement that we need for daily life.
Join me today to look at 3 Scriptures that will help you deepen your faith life and stop feeling distracted in family life. These verses will help you focus on what really matters, so you can build up your family relationships and enjoy the big and small moments with your people.
Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Mentioned today: Free 45-Day Bible and Prayer Challenge
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
* * * * *
Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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.
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode 170 // Are you feeling distracted in mom life? It’s so easy to get scattered and off track by the things of life and miss out on what truly matters.
You won’t enjoy your family relationships if you’re always feeling DISTRACTED. And the best solution is to refocus onto the true purpose of your life. As you deepen your faith and walk closer with Jesus, you’ll find so much more joy in day-to-day family life!
But things will still be busy. So what’s a Christian mom to do?
Well, I’ve spent a lot of time trying to answer that question for myself. With 4 little ones ages 4 and under - plus, oh yeah, all the other things of life! - it can be a challenge to spend time with the Lord and grow my faith. But it can happen!
So today I want to share some of my favorite “mom hacks” so you have some tips and tricks to get you DEEPER with the Lord, and less distracted in life.
Join me, friend! Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Mentioned today: Free 45-Day Bible and Prayer Challenge
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
* * * * *
Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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.
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Friday Jan 12, 2024
What Do Healthy, Happy, And Holy Family Relationships REALLY Look Like?
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Episode 169 // What do you REALLY want your family relationships to look like? It can seem like a “duh” question… but it is actually really powerful to pause and get clear about what you’re aiming for.
As we’re looking this week at 4 really common roadblocks to enjoying family life, let’s make sure we’re also clear about what road they are blocking! Where do you want to go? What do healthy, happy, and holy family relationships really look like?
(And then, don’t worry, we’ll dive into each one over the rest of this month, to get really practical about HOW to get to this end goal!)
Ready? Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Build a deep FAITH
❤️ Enjoy a happy MARRIAGE
❤️ Find joy in PARENTING
❤️ Invest in HOME & FAMILY LIFE
❤️ Manage hard EMOTIONS
❤️ Learn great skills for COMMUNICATION
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE
❤️ Find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
* * * * *
Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life during the long season of raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
> Leave a written review to help us grow! 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!
> Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
> Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode 168 // Feeling stuck in your family relationships? You are not alone, friend. Marriage, parenting, family life - these relationships are so important, but they can be hard and exhausting!
Today, we’ll take a reality check about the biggest roadblocks to enjoying and deepening these family relationships. What gets in the way? Why are these problems happening? And how do we get back on track?!
(Don’t worry, we’ll dive into each of these solutions over the rest of the month to get really practical about HOW to change these!)
Ready? Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
Freebies Mentioned Today: Conflict Resolution Checklist | 45-Day Bible and Prayer Challenge
Devotionals Mentioned Today: Keep Your Cool, Mama! | Communicating To Connect
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Build a deep FAITH
❤️ Enjoy a happy MARRIAGE
❤️ Find joy in PARENTING
❤️ Invest in HOME & FAMILY LIFE
❤️ Manage hard EMOTIONS
❤️ Learn great skills for COMMUNICATION
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE
❤️ Find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
* * * * *
Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life during the long season of raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
> Leave a written review to help us grow! 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!
> Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
> Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Friday Jan 05, 2024
10 Great Bible Verses For Your Home And Family
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Episode 167 // Friday Faith Followup
Nothing will be more powerful for your family relationships than learning and living out God’s Word. Are you reading the Bible regularly and considering how it impacts your home? Your family?
Dive in with me today for 10 great Bible verses that will encourage and strengthen your home and family. If you want healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, it all starts with the Bible!
And if you want help getting more confident and comfortable reading the Bible, start with my FREE 45-day Bible and Prayer Challenge!
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read this on the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life during the long season of raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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!
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Episode 166 // Happy New Year, friend! This is the perfect time for reflection and goal-setting. So today, I want to share mine with you.
Join me for a walk through my 5 focus areas of 2023 and the new goals, priorities, and plans that I’m working on in 2024. You’ll find encouragement for your own season of life, and realize that you definitely aren’t alone in this crazy journey of Christian family life!
And then, join me for our BRAND NEW monthly challenges inside the Faith Fiver Club! For only $5 a month, you’ll get a personal workbook, private podcast, weekly Scripture encouragement, and more that dives into a new theme each and every month. Join me here!
Let’s dive in.
hugs & blessings,
Jess
> > Our January Monthly Challenge in the Faith Fiver Club is focused on spiritual disciplines. Join us! < <
RESOURCES FOR YOU
❤️ Invest in a Fruitful Faith
❤️ Enjoy your family: Happy Marriage | Joyful Parenting | Home & Family Life
❤️ Tackle roadblocks: Manage Emotions | Communicate Well
❤️ Start with a FREEBIE or find the perfect DEVOTIONAL
❤️ Read the BLOG
❤️ Grab helpful printables for moms in my ETSY SHOP
* * * * *
Love Your People Well is all about helping you enjoy family life during the long season of raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships, with Jesus at the center of it all.
You’ll find everything at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com.
* * * * *
SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY
❤️ Leave a written review to help us grow! 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!
❤️ Use the 3-dots above and click “Copy This Link” to send this episode to a friend. While you’re at it, click “Follow” to subscribe to the show.
❤️ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show AND get lots of extra perks and support.
* * * * *
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 links. Read my full disclaimers here.
* * * * *
✨ Grab tons of resources and biblical encouragement today at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
Friday Dec 29, 2023
Friday Dec 29, 2023
Episode 166 // If you’re feeling excited for the new year… but a little stuck on what your goals should be… today’s episode is for you, my friend.
Today I’ll share a variety of practical, meaningful goals that you can be working on in the new year - to strengthen your marriage, parenting, communication, faith, and more! Get those creative juices flowing and find some encouragement with me today!
I’ll also share an invitation to you - to work on those family relationships right alongside me for the new year! Inside our private Faith Fiver Club, we’re kicking off brand new 2024 Monthly Challenges - a great chance to go deep, build your skills, find weekly encouragement and practical tools delivered straight to your inbox (or earbuds). Join us!
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
Start with a FREEBIE or grab a DEVOTIONAL.
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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 ✨








