Love Your People Well | A Therapist’s Tips For Christian Mom Life, Marriage Help, And Family Relationships

(F3) A few of my best resources for the Christian mom just trying to make it through the day AND connect with her kids along the way

Episode 93.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
I feel totally overwhelmed by motherhood sometimes. Well, really, it’s probably most of the time! These little ones are SO important, and yet also SO draining of my emotions, my energy, and my focus. 
 
And I know that as a fellow Christian mom, you get it. 
 
I’m also a big fan of trying new things, finding resources that work, and not trying to live life all on my own. So in today’s episode, I’m sharing a few of my best resources to help you in the parenting journey. 
 
Let’s dive in!
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/093  
 
Resources for this episode:
Wish you could go deeper with your kids? Sign up for my FREE 5-day email course: 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/tools) 
Ever struggle with “mom anger” and that impatience and frustration that only our kids can bring up? Try the 40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/anger40) 
Want to keep track of the “mini goals” you’re working on in your relationship with your kids? I love The Hope Planner for this! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/resources) 
There are plenty of inexpensive, kid-centered resources in my Etsy shop! Try the 104 Activity Ideas for a Rainy Day, the Kids Weekly Planner, or the Faith Family Challenge to get started! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.etsy.com) 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

Parenting tips for the busy mom: 3 ways to love your kids well in the craziness of Christian family life (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 93 // If you’ve ever described yourself as a “busy mom” then today’s conversation is for you! When we’re busy, it can be a lot harder to stay intentional and focused on building great relationships with our kids. The schedule and daily exhaustion can overwhelm us!
 
But loving our kids is one of our top priorities as moms - and as a Christian mom, there is an extra joy and responsibility to disciple our kids throughout the busyness and brokenness of this world. 
 
So today, join me as we look at 3 ways to parent our kiddos well, with biblical encouragement and practical tips just for your Christian family!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/093  
 
Resources for this episode:
Wish you could go deeper with your kids? Sign up for my FREE 5-day email course: 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/tools) 
Ever struggle with “mom anger” and that impatience and frustration that only our kids can bring up? Try the 40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/anger40) 
Want to keep track of the “mini goals” you’re working on in your relationship with your kids? I love The Hope Planner for this! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/resources) 
There are plenty of inexpensive, kid-centered resources in my Etsy shop! Try the 104 Activity Ideas for a Rainy Day, the Kids Weekly Planner, or the Faith Family Challenge to get started! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.etsy.com) 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

(F3) Trying to love your man well, despite how crazy life is? These 5 simple, low-cost ideas will help.

Episode 92.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
When life is busy, it’s so helpful to find a good resource that can move things in the right direction. And with all of the time, emotion, and energy that we pour into our Christian marriages, we want to make sure we have the right tools to build and grow together!
 
In today’s short episode, I’m sharing 5 simple, practical, low-cost resources that will help YOU invest in your Christian marriage in all the right areas. 
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/092  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab my FREE 10-Point Conflict Resolution Checklist
Deepen your marriage with the 40 Day Devotional on Communication
Make sure you ENJOY the physical intimacy in your marriage! Grab an e-course from Sheila Wray Gregoire for Christ-centered encouragement and help.
Head to your favorite bookstore or library and grab Tim Keller’s “The Meaning of Marriage” or Gary Thomas’s “Sacred Marriage” - both helpful and great!
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

3 practical ways to invest in your Christian marriage and love your husband well during busy seasons of family life (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 92 // Did you know that, statistically, the hardest season of marriage is when you have young children in the home? The reality of life is that marriage takes work! It’s not always roses and butterflies. 
 
Even in a healthy Christian marriage, we are easily tempted to focus on other things ahead of our husbands - we get distracted by the kids, overwhelmed by the schedule, and frustrated with chores and communication breakdowns. 
 
So today, we’re looking at 3 practical ways you can love your husband well and invest in your Christian marriage - even when life feels distracting or discouraging. YOU can bless and strengthen your Christian family life by investing in your marriage relationship!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/092  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab my FREE 10-Point Conflict Resolution Checklist
Deepen your marriage with the 40 Day Devotional on Communication
Make sure you ENJOY the physical intimacy in your marriage! Grab an e-course from Sheila Wray Gregoire for Christ-centered encouragement and help.
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!
 

(F3) Grab these quick, helpful tools to boost your self care and mental health, so that even as a busy mom you can love yourself well

Episode 91.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
When life is busy (and when isn’t it busy??) it’s easy to start prioritizing the people around us, the schedule, and the crazy to-do list. But what about taking care of yourself??
 
In today’s short episode, I’m sharing 4 resources that help ME love myself well and take care of myself… even as a busy mom with four little ones at home. Want some encouragement and help? This episode is for you!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/091  
 
Resources for this episode:
Get the FREE 51 Self Care Ideas list at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/self-care  
Go deeper in loving yourself with the devotional workbook Finding Your Identity in Christ - www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/identity 
Build an attitude of gratitude with my simple Gratitude Journaling Template in the Love Your People Well Etsy shop
The book Search for Significance has been so helpful for many of my counseling clients, and you can find it at your favorite bookstore.
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

Forget that mom guilt! Bless your family by taking time for these 3 practical action steps to love yourself well. (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 91 // Living well as a Christian mom is not always easy - but it is much easier when we keep our priorities straight! And a big part of that means we don’t neglect ourselves while we’re so busy taking care of everyone else. 
 
So today, we’re looking at one of the foundational pillars of healthy Christian family life: loving yourself well. It’s more than just self care. We need to protect our mental health, our physical bodies, our emotions and our hearts… or we’ll burn out as we care for everyone else. 
 
Ready for some practical ideas for how to love yourself well in the busyness of family life? Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/091  
 
Resources for this episode:
Get the FREE 51 Self Care Ideas list at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/self-care  
Go deeper in loving yourself with the devotional workbook Finding Your Identity in Christ - www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/identity 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

(F3) Practical resources to deepen your spiritual growth and help you love God well

Episode 90.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
You want spiritual growth. You want your whole Christan family to experience spiritual growth! And you know that loving God well is a key priority for your family. 
 
But life is busy. 
 
Mama, I get it. Kids take a lot of energy and work, and our days are not always as predictable as we wish they were. Plus, the Bible can be confusing and prayer can feel so dry sometimes! Spiritual growth is an investment over time - and there are resources that can help. 
 
Today, I’ll share about 3 distinct resources that help ME love God well even as a busy mom with four little ones at home and a hectic schedule. Want some help and support? This episode is for you.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/090  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Check out our devotionals for various topics in family life
Try out my favorite, The Hope Planner, - to keep your spiritual growth first AND the daily to-do list running smoothly
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

How can I help my Christian family enjoy spiritual growth and love God well... even when life is busy and distracting? (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 90 // Every family has their top priorities in life. Priorities that guide their decisions, schedule, finances, and so much more. 
 
Have you ever thought about what YOUR family priorities are and how you live them out?
 
When we consider the foundational pillars of a healthy Christian family life, our first priority should be to love God well. But how do we do that when life is super busy? How do we experience spiritual growth when the calendar is full and our kids are driving us crazy?
 
Today, let’s lay out this foundational pillar and identify 3 practical steps that will help us love God well, even in the busy seasons of life.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/090  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Check out our devotionals for various topics in family life
Try out my favorite, The Hope Planner, to keep your spiritual growth first AND the daily to-do list running smoothly
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

(F3) Praying for God’s faithful and protective love as we seek rest and peace in our hectic family life - from Psalm 91 (Summertime in the Psalms series)

Episode 89.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
Christian family life is hectic. Busy. And sometimes, filled with trouble and hardship. Jesus promised that we would have trouble in this world! (John 16:33) But He also promised to give us peace, rest, and joy. 
 
Join me today as we pray through Psalm 91 for our families, seeking the rest and peace that God promises as we trust in him.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/089     
 
Resources for today’s episode:
Dive into God’s Word in our devotionals
Grab the FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Find practical simple tools to help your daily walk with the Lord in my Etsy shop.
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

What is God’s role VS your role in your family life? A look at Psalm 91. (Summertime in the Psalms Series)

Episode 89 // Ever struggle with trying to control what’s happening for your family? As Christian moms, we take so much ownership of what’s happening in our marriage, our home, and our children’s lives. 
 
Yes, we need to take those things seriously. Yes, we have responsibilities to our family. But, mama, you are not in control. And that’s what we’re looking at today as we dive into Psalm 91 in our Summertime in the Psalms series. 
 
Who is in control: you… or God? Who do you really want to be in control: you… or God?
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/089     
 
Resources for today’s episode:
Dive into God’s Word in our devotionals
Grab the FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Find practical simple tools to help your daily walk with the Lord in my Etsy shop.
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.