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

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.

My daily habits that keep me spiritually healthy and help me raise my kids in the Lord (without extra work)

Episode 45 // How do I stay connected to Jesus when life is crazy busy? This is one of the most common questions that I hear from Christian moms. And I get it! It’s hard to fit everything in and feel like we’re doing it well. 
 
That’s why today, I want to share a snapshot of my daily spiritual habits that help me stay connected to the Lord throughout the day, and help me disciple my kids without a lot of extra work or things on the to-do list. 
 
Plus, we’ll tackle 3 key take-aways that we all need in our life - whatever season the Lord has us in - that help us stay spiritually healthy every day. 
 
Are you ready? Let’s dive in. 
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Join our private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Grab the resources mentioned in today’s episode:
The free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
The Hope Planner (my favorite!)
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/045  
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get helpful into at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
Some of the links above may be affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. 

The key to happiness, intimacy, and healthy relationships: Loving your actual life and your actual people.

Episode 44 // We all want to be happy. Or even, as the Apostle Paul says, content. But how do we get there? 
 
Today’s episode is an encouragement for us all in how to be happy in our life today, our relationships today - even when things aren’t going the way we hoped or planned. We simply cannot enjoy life if we are living for the future or stuck in the past. 
 
Do you want to love the life you have? That’s where we’re going today, friend. Let’s dive in.
 
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Join our private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/044 
 
Grab your free 51 Self Care Ideas list here: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Self-Care 
 
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, you’ll find helpful questions and information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling.

Stop fighting! My 10-step checklist for conflict resolution in your marriage and beyond.

Episode 43 // Do you enjoy conflict with your loved ones? Of course not! Conflict is no fun… but it is inevitable. And there are solutions. 
 
As a therapist (not to mention a mom and a wife!) I am all too familiar with the pain of dealing with conflict. We all go through it. That’s why we’re looking today at my 10-step checklist for conflict resolution with your loved ones.
 
Ready to get on the same page with the people you love the most? Let’s dive in, friend. 
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Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/043 
 
Check out helpful resources for the “hot button” marriage conflict here:
Sheila Gregoire courses for physical intimacy
Dave Ramsey for financial issues
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling for help thinking it through. 
 
Disclaimer: I am an affiliate for some of the resources listed above. At no cost to you, I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase through my link.
 

It’s hard to make friends as an adult. Try these 8 tips to grow new, deep Christian friendships.

Episode 42 // How are your friendships? We all want them - and I would argue that we NEED deep, healthy friendships to enjoy life to the fullest. But sometimes it seems like it’s harder to develop real friendships as an adult. 
 
Life gets busy. We commit so much time to our family, our jobs, our home, our obligations… we sometimes feel left in the dust with our friendships. Not to mention the awkwardness of walking up to a stranger to say hello!
 
Don’t let the excuses hold you back, friend. Today we’re looking at 8 realistic, practical tips that will help you develop deep, real friendships - at any stage of life. 
 
Ready? Let’s dive in.
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Join our free Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
 
Get ALL the show notes, freebies, and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/042 
 
Sign up for the free 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
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I am a licensed therapist,t but this podcast is not therapy. If you have questions about mental health counseling visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.

Want to strengthen your marriage? Protect, grow, and help your marriage with this counseling activity I use as a marriage therapist.

Episode 41 // Today we are strengthening our marriages, my friend. I’m sharing the details of a counseling intervention activity that I use frequently with couples - and it can help your marriage too, whether things are pretty good, really great, or quite a struggle. 
 
I’ll spill the beans right now: all you need for this activity is to find 15 minutes in your day. YES. It’s not a magic fifteen minutes, but with the activity that we’ll talk about in this episode, you’ll have some great ideas for how to use that time in a meaningful way.
 
Want to help your marriage? Protect your bond? Spice things up? 
 
Let’s dive in.
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Getthe full show notes & resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/039.
 
CHECK OUT THE 3 RESOURCES I MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
Improve your physical intimacy with the resources from Sheila Gregoire www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Resources (in the Marriage section) 
Our free Facbeook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
Reduce conflict and tension with my FREE Conflict REsolution Checklist: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict 
 
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

Your words are powerful. But are you using them to help or hurt your loved ones? In marriage, parenting, friendships… your words matter.

Episode 40 // Our words are powerful. They can be used for good, bringing healing and encouragement into our family life. But we all know that insults, complaints, and gossip can slip off our tongue far too easily. 
 
Today, we are looking at Ephesians 4 to explore how our words can HELP or HURT our loved ones. If you want a healthy marriage and happy children, you'll wan to grab those earbuds and listen in, friend!
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Join the FREE Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip each other! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeplewell 
 
Get all the show notes and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/040   
 
Grab the FREE Conflict Resolution Checklist here: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict
 
Grab the FREE 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy email course here: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
 
Connect with me on Instagram! @loveyourpeoplewell
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling.

Take your thoughts captive to Christ.. but how?! Let’s build our intimacy with God and strengthen our own mental health by practicing 4 key steps to controlling our thought life.

Episode 39 // One of the hardest things to do as a Christian is to “take our thoughts captive to Christ.” And yes, this is in the Bible! Our thought life not only guides our spiritual growth but it also directly impacts our mental health. 
 
As a counselor, a Christian, and a regular person, I know how quickly our thoughts can move us in a negative, unhelpful, or even untrue direction. But I also know what we need to do about it. So join me today to look at 4 key steps in controlling our thought life. 
 
Ready? Let’s dive in. 
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Join us in the Facebook Group! We are here to engage, encourage, and equip each other. Visit www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell to join.
 
Get a free copy of the Holy Habits: 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge to jump start your devotional life with God: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits 
 
You can find ALL the show notes and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/039 
 
Connect with me on Instagram @loveyourpeoplewell 
 
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, you’ll find some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
 

One simple strategy that will reduce your kids’ temper tantrums and help them (and you!) manage emotions better and develop good coping skills: less anger, less yelling, and MORE bonding

Episode 38 // “I just love it when my toddler has a temper tantrum” … said no mom ever. We love the happy emotions that come with kisses and giggles, but what can we do about those harder emotions that lead to screaming, kicking, and crying? 
 
That’s exactly what we’re talking about today. 
 
In this episode, I’m sharing one simple strategy that will help you reduce your kids’ tantrums and teach them better coping skills.
 
Ready for more peace-filled Sunday afternoons? Or at least… more confidence that you’re doing everything you can to help your kid grow up to be a successful, emotionally intelligent adult?
 
Let’s dive in.
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Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
Get the 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy! www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Tools
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/038  
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, visit this page on my website for helpful information.

Stop comparing yourself to other people! 5 strategies to help you crush comparison-itis, stop mom guilt in its tracks, and build more genuine friendships.

Episode 37 // Have you ever walked away from a conversation with someone feeling worse about yourself? Comparing your messy life to their seemingly great life? Comparison-itis is no fun, and it’s not helpful for our mom guilt!
 
We’re tackling that today. We’re talking about why this happens to us and 5 action steps we can take to crush comparison-itis in its tracks. 
 
God has a good plan for you, my friend… and it’s going to look different from his good plan for everyone else! 
 
Ready to stop that mom guilt in its tracks? Let’s dive in.
 
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Join our Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
Find plenty of FREE resources on the website: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Podcast
Get ALL the show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/037 
 
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, this article on the website may be helpful for you.