Love Your People Well - Christian Motherhood Tips, Marriage Help, and Family Relationship Building

Enjoy a meaningful, low-stress holiday season by giving your family these 3 gifts… and none of it is “stuff.”

Episode 52 // I love the holiday season. Many of us do! The problem is, they sometimes get so busy, so filled with stress, so focused on the gifts and the stuff and the family obligations… we don’t get to really enjoy our people during this important time of year. 
 
No more. In today’s episode I’m sharing the 3 gifts that your family needs to have a meaningful holiday - and there’s no “stuff” involved! Let’s keep things low-stress. Let’s enjoy Thanksgiving, Christmas, and all the rest. 
 
Ready? Let’s dive in.
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Get the full show notes and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/052. 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
FREE: 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy (www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Tools)
Check out the Hope Planner
Join us inside the private Facebook Group!
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see my FAQ at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling. Also, I may be an affiliate for some of the links above and receive a small commission if you make a purchase.

(F3) Can we really give thanks in all circumstances… even when life is hard? A devotional in 1 Thessalonians.

Episode 51.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up // In this quick devotional, we’re opening God’s Word to look at 1 Thessalonians and why God calls us to be thankful in ALL circumstances. 
 
Listen in, friends, and I’d encourage you to read this short book of the Bible yourself!
 
You can find the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/051 
 
Resources mentioned:
My favorite planner helps me prioritize Bible reading, devotional time, and daily gratitude: Check out the Hope Planner.
Get closer to God with my free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling has helpful information for you. 
The above resources include affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may receive a small commission from your purchase.

Do you have an attitude of GRATITUDE? Let’s look at 6 practical benefits of gratitude, plus 3 action steps to help you be a more thankful person.

Episode 51 // Do you have a heart of grumbling or a heart of gratitude? (Does that question make you cringe just a bit?) 
 
I don’t care if you are a pessimist or an optimist. Christians are called to be thankful people. And you know what? In God’s goodness, we experience so many benefits of cultivating a heart of gratitude!
 
In today’s episode, we’ll look at six of those benefits. When we are thankful people, it improves our lives in so many ways. And stick around until the end to hear 3 of the most common action steps I recommend in the counseling room to help women develop a grateful heart. Having an attitude of gratitude is worth the effort. 
 
Let’s dive in, friend!
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Get the full show notes, episode highlights, & resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/051
 
Resources mentioned:
Check out The Hope Planner, my favorite Christian planner + prayer journal
Join us in the free Facebook Group! 
Get closer to God with my free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge can help: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling has helpful information for you. 
The above resources include affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may receive a small commission from your purchase.

(F3) My experience as a Christian wife and mom seeking to do my best in these incredibly important (and sometimes difficult) roles

Episode 50.5 // Our first Friday Faith Follow-up! Today I’m sharing some of my personal experience as a wife and mom trying to live out my #1 tip shared in Episode 50. Family life is tough, and I hope that these thoughts encourage and help you in your marriage and motherhood. 
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and free resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/050
 
Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see some helpful ideas at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

Marriage & Motherhood... why it‘s so hard, why it matters so much, and my #1 tip for doing it all well.

Episode 50 // Has your marriage ever been a struggle? What about your motherhood? These two incredibly important relationships are sometimes much harder than we expect!
 
We often feel alone in that struggle, but my friend, you are not alone. Today we’re being real and vulnerable together to talk about the hard parts of marriage and motherhood. But we can’t stop there! We’ll also consider together why these family relationships are so important. 
 
And I’ll share my #1 tip for engaging in and enjoying your family life, even when it’s hard. 
 
Ready? Let’s dive in, friend.
 
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Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and free resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/050
 
Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see some helpful ideas at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.

Just say no! Some practical ways to set healthy boundaries, say NO when you need to, and stop being a people pleaser.

Episode 49 // Boundaries can be so difficult. But if we want great relationships, we need healthy boundaries! Not to mention, the huge impact they have on our mental health and emotional wellness. 
 
Yes, even as Christians… we need to feel confident in when to say no and how to say it! So today, we’ll start off with a look at what the Bible says about boundaries and then dig into practical skill-building to help you say NO when it’s necessary. 
 
It’s okay if it feels uncomfortable right now. In about 30 minutes, you’ll feel a lot better about your boundaries! Let’s dive in. 
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P.S. … Our 50th Episode Celebration is in full swing! Don’t forget to enter the Podcast Review Giveaway and mark your calendar for our live, free workshop on 10/27/21 for “How to Say Calm & Connected When Life is Driving You Crazy.” 
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Join our private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Get the full show notes and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/049 
 
Grab a free copy of the 10-point Conflict Resolution Checklist at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/conflict 
Disclaimer: I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see some helpful thoughts at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.

Want more quality time with your kids? Here are my 5 secret weapons to finding those great bonding moments.

Episode 48 // You want to have great relationship with your kids. Yet sometimes it feel like a shot in the dark to enjoy real, deep quality time with our kids. We often try so hard to make it happen, and it is really frustrating when that feels like it fell short.
 
Well, today we’re diving into 5 tips about how to get more quality time with your kids and deepen your relationship. Connect. Laugh. Have meaningful conversations. Build a bond that lasts. 
 
Let’s dive in, friend. 
 
Oh, and p.s. … Don’t forget to take part in our 50th Episode Celebration!
Enter the Giveaway today! (Leave a written review, take a screenshot, post in your IG Stories at tag me @loveyourpeoplewell! 
I’m going LIVE in the Facebook Group each daily with a word of biblical encouragement!
Join us on Wednesday, 10/27/21 at 2pm EST for a free, live workshop - How to Stay Calm & Connected When Life is Driving You a Little Bit Crazy
 
Join the Facebook Group here: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/048 
 
Sign up for the free email course 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. See my FAQ and helpful tips about starting counseling at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.

The 50th episode GIVEAWAY starts today! Celebrate with us!

Can you believe it? Next week is our 50th episode of the Love Your People Well Podcast!
So today, we are kicking off our 50th Episode Celebration!!
Get all the details right here in today's bonus episode. 
Podcast Review Giveaway! 10/18/21 - 10/25/21 at 5PM EST (details for how to enter are below)
Daily Facebook Lives with biblical encouragement inside our private Facebook Group. 
Free, Live workshop "How to Stay Calm & Connected When Life is Driving You a Little Bit Crazy" on Wednesday, 10/27 at 2PM EST inside the FB Group
Wa-hoooo! Celebrate with us!
Join our private Facebook Group here: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
How to enter the giveaway:
The winner will receive a gift package that includes: a coffee gift card, a She Reads Truth Bible, the book "Sacred Marriage" by Gary Thomas, and the book "Come to the Family Table" by Ted and Amy Cunningham. 
Leave a written review for the show in Apple Podcasts (scroll halfway down the main page and in the "Ratings & Reviews" section click the link for Write a Review.
Take a screenshot of your review before you hit "Share"
Post that screenshot in your Instagram Stories and tag me @loveyourpeoplewell - that tag is your giveaway entry!
If you've already posted a review in the past, you can take a screenshot of your already-submitted review. If you don't use Instagram, send me an email at jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com 
And make sure to join us inside the Facebook Group on 10/27 for the free workshop! "How to Stay Calm & Connected When Life is Driving You a Little Crazy"

7 powerful Bible passages to help you manage impatience, anger, and emotional control

Episode 47 // The key to happiness in life often comes down to how we handle our emotions. They are powerful! And typically, the hard emotions linger much longer than the fun emotions. 
 
How well do you handle your impatience, anger, and frustration? Does it line up with God’s Word? He is the source of our peace and emotional health. So let’s open the Bible together and look at 7 powerful Bible verses that help us manage our emotions well. 
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Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resource links at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/047
 
Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Grab a FREE copy of the Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. Get helpful information about mental health and the counseling experience at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling

12 tips to spice up your Christian marriage… building intimacy OUTSIDE of the bedroom.

Episode 46 // Intimacy is about so much more than what happens in the bedroom. I’ve been a marriage counselor for over 10 years now, and have seen the power of emotional, mental, and spiritual intimacy… in addition to, of course, physical intimacy!
 
So let’s spice things up in our marriage today! We’re diving into 12 tips for building intimacy with your husband - outside of the bedroom. Tips that will fit into every day life, and get you more excited for that special time with your husband inside the bedroom. 
 
Ready, my friend? Let’s dive in.
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Get the FULL show notes, freebies, and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/046 
 
Want to improve your marital intimacy inside the bedroom? Check out the excellent Christian resources from Sheila Wray Gregoire. 
 
Is conflict a problem i your marriage? Grab my FREE 10-point Conflict Resolution Checklist.
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, check out some FAQ at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling 
Some of the links above are affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase.