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

How to enjoy a family gathering without all the family drama, anger issues, and conflict.

Episode 54 // There is something about family holiday gatherings that brings out the conflict. As you approach the holidays, or any other big family gathering, are you starting to feel stressed or worried about what’s going to come out?
 
As a family counselor, I have heard many stories about the hurt and pain that can occur at family gatherings. Long-term damage can occur. Every family has certain hot-button topics or unresolved issues.
 
That’s why today, as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I’m outlining 7 practical tips for how to avoid family drama (or resolve conflict as it starts) to help you enjoy the holidays, have a fun family gathering, and find peace as you plan for these special events. 
 
Let’s dive in!
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Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/054 
 
Join us inside the private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the free 10-point Conflict Resolution Checklist at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict 
 
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) Answering some Christianity FAQ: What is the gospel, am I really saved, and how to have spiritual growth.

Episode 53.5 (Friday Faith Follow-up) // Do you have questions about the gospel, evangelism, spiritual growth, or what it really means to follow Jesus? You are not alone! In today’s Friday Faith Follow-up episode, we are looking at 4 of the FAQs that I hear most often at church and in the counseling room. 
 
Let’s dive in. 
 
Get the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/053 
 
Resources from today’s episode:
FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Join our private Facebook Group
Connect with me on Instagram @loveyourpeoplewell or by email jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see some FAQ at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling 

How the Gospel changes us, shapes our family life, and brings us peace and happiness.

Episode 53 // The truth of the gospel changes our lives. But how? Do you really understand it? Are you experiencing the joy and peace that Jesus promises? 
 
Today, we’re looking at the book of Colossians to better understand… what is the gospel? How is it changing me? (Is it changing me?) What does it mean for my family life?
 
If you aren’t a Christian yet… you’ll be challenged and changed. If you already follow Christ… you’ll be so encouraged. Either way, let’s dive in!
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Get the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/053 
 
Resources from today’s episode:
FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge
Join our private Facebook Group
Connect with me on Instagram @loveyourpeoplewell or by email jessica@loveyourpeoplewell.com 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, see some FAQ at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling 

(F3) Who is at the center of your family’s holiday season?

Episode 52.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up // In this short devotional, we’ll dig into gift #3 that I talked about in the main episode this week: giving our families the gift of perspective. What is the spiritual truth of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the holiday season? How do we make the holidays meaningful?
 
Let’s dive in. 
 
Get the full show notes and resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/052. 
 
Resources mentioned in Episode 52:
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.

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.