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

(F3) Ideas and encouragement for how this podcast can help you, a busy Christian mom, build great family relationships

Episode 57.5 (Friday Faith Follow-up) //
 
We’re talking about my favorite books, resources, and tools this week - so today in this follow-up bonus episode, I want to share some ways that this podcast, this community, and my ministry can help YOU! Find some quick encouragement and get plugged in for a great 2022 and beyond. 
 
Get the FULL show notes with links to all of the resources mentioned at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/057 
 
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 resources mentioned, as discussed in the episode.

My 10 favorite books, tools, and free resources (aka… gift ideas!) from marriage to biblical worldview and beyond

Episode 57 // As a family therapist, I often get asked about my recommendations for books, tools, or ideas to help women strengthen their family relationships. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 10 list of recommended resources for busy Christian moms.
 
Most of them are free, others are definitely low-cost… and ALL will help you love your people well! I’ve got books, online resources, my favorite busy mom tools, and more. 
 
Pick your favorite, and grab it today, or add it to your Christmas wish list for your family!
 
Let’s dive in. 
 
Get the FULL show notes with links to all of the resources mentioned at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/057 
 
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 resources mentioned, as discussed in the episode.

(F3) Four things that helped me trust God during my infertility journey

Episode 56.5 (Friday Faith Follow-up) //
 
This week, we are talking about how to “wait well” during difficult, long seasons of waiting. In this bonus follow-up episode, I’m sharing some of my personal story waiting through infertility for God to bring a miracle, to give us children. 
 
Here are 4 things I did to “wait well” during infertility.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/056  
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/holy-habits 
Join us inside the private 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, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

What to do while you’re waiting for God to do a miracle in your family, life, or church

Episode 56 // We all have seasons of waiting - but sometimes it is far more intense, important, and emotionally difficult. So how do we wait well? That’s our conversation today. 
 
My goal in today’s episode is that you will walk away feeling encouraged and strengthened in your season of waiting, with tangible action steps to help you wait well, and love your people well even during the difficult emotions that come with long seasons of waiting. 
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/056  
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/holy-habits 
Join us inside the private 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, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

Family worship and discipleship with triplet toddlers… it’s possible, it’s chaotic, and it’s important.

Episode 55.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
Today I’m sharing the 5 daily routines that I am using with my triplet toddlers to help them know, love, and follow God. These routines will change over time, but life is pretty crazy with triplets … and toddlers of any amount! Yet, family discipleship and intentional parenting is still a goal and is definitely possible. 
 
I hope these 5 routines are helpful, and I would love to hear what routines YOU use every day with your kids (of any age!) to be intentional in your parenting!
 
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Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/055 
 
Join us inside the private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the FREE 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
 
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.

7 family discipleship strategies to teach your children how to love others, give back, and make an impact

Episode 55 // Do you want to raise children who love God, help others, and make an impact in this crazy world? I am confident that your answer is YES! This is what we all want as moms. 
 
If we want this to happen, we know that we need to be intentional about how we parent our children. Family discipleship matters. Family habits, routines, values, and relationships matter. 
 
So in today’s episode (which airs on #GivingTuesday!) we will cover 7 family discipleship strategies for how we can approach our parenting today in order to see the fruit of kindness, compassion, love, and generosity in our children’s lives. Let’s dive in.
 
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Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/055 
 
Join us inside the private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the FREE 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
 
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) Thoughts on finding forgiveness and reconciliation after family conflict (Friday Faith Follow-up)

Episode 54.5 (Friday Faith Follow-up) //   Hopefully, at your family gatherings you have a joyful, encouraging time together. But for many of us, when conflict escalates, we walk away with some pain or grief, and forgiveness is needed. Reconciliation is needed - especially with our family!
 
That’s why in today’s follow-up episode, we’re looking at 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 to find encouragement and action steps for how to forgive and reconcile with someone in our family who has grieved us. 
 
Forgiveness is hard stuff. But it is worthwhile. Let’s dive in, friends. 
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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. 

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