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

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.

You are invited to our brand new community!

Hey friends! In this quick bonus episode, you are officially invited into our brand new community. It’s totally free, and we are here to engage, encourage, and equip one another. 
Check out this quick episode to find out why you should join us - and then use the links below to do just that!
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Join our new Facebook Group!
And hey… invite a friend!
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If you prefer Instagram... connect with me @loveyourpeoplewell
And don't forget all the FREE RESOURCES you can find online at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Resources!

Should you break up with social media? Here are 3 ways Facebook, Instagram, and the rest are impacting you - the good and the bad!

Episode 36 // I have a love-hate relationship with social media. But the reality is, every piece of technology can be used for good or for bad - from how we use a pen and paper to how we use our Facebook and Instagram. It is made to be addictive, but it is also made to help us build community and relationships. 
 
So how can we talk about loving our people well and ignore the big world of social media? That’s where we’re going today. I’m going to outline 3 ways that social media impacts us, and look at the possibilities for good and bad within each of those areas. 
 
Let’s dive in, friend!
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Join our community in the free Facebook Group!
 
Grab the 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs To Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy
 
You can find all the show notes & resource links at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/036   
 
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.

Do you want happy relationships? Let’s talk about the need for REALISTIC expectations of yourself and others.

Episode 35 // Our expectations shape our experience of life. What do you expect from your husband? Your job? What about your expectations of yourself, or of God?
Unmet expectations creates disappointment, discouragement, and distance in our relationships. And one of the biggest reasons that our expectations wind up going unmet is that they are sometimes unrealistic in the first place!
In my 10+ years as a counselor, I have seen the destructive power of unrealistic expectations in a marriage, with our children, and even in one’s own spiritual or emotional health.
That’s why in today’s episode, we are looking at why our expectations matter and how to shift so that we have realistic expectations of ourselves and others. 
It’s important stuff, friend. Let’s dive in. 
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Freebie >> 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs To Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy
Show Notes & Resources >> www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/035    
Instagram >> @loveyourpeoplewell 
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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.

How can we intentionally shape our family life? Psalm 1 in the Bible gives wisdom and biblical encouragement to the busy mom.

Episode 34 // Lately, as I’ve been memorizing Psalm 1, God has pointed me to big lessons for how I lead and shape my family life. Sometimes, life gets so busy that I get stuck on autopilot and forget to be intentional about these things! That happens to all of us.
So join me today as we dive into Psalm 1 and look at 3 lessons we can learn about how to shape our family life intentionally. If we are not intentionally leaning into the Lord, we will much more easily get swept away from him by the tides of culture. 
Hit play, my friend, and let’s dive in.
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Grab the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Challenge. 
Find the full show notes and resources are www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/034   
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, this article on the website may be helpful for you.

Part 2: What is mental health counseling? How do I find a Christian counselor? Is a life coach a therapist? All your questions answered!

Episode 33 // Counseling can raise a lot of questions for us. Should Christians go to counseling? What is a life coach? Is therapy the same thing as counseling? Do I need counseling? How do I find a great therapist?
We are tackling these questions in a two-part series with the goal of building your comfort and confidence in thinking about the counseling process. I am a licensed therapist and I’m excited to dive into these questions with you! 
Today is part 2 and we are looking at how to find a great counselor as well what to expect if you are starting counseling. Don’t forget to listen to part 1 where we discussed when to seek counseling and what different types of counselors are available.
Let’s dive in, friend.
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If you are experiencing a mental health emergency or a serious safety issue, please contact your local emergency room for help immediately. In the USA, dial 9-1-1. The Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255 or you can chat with them online at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. 
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Grab the show notes, freebies, and resources for this episode at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/033 
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I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling… this mini-series was for you! But if you prefer reading, this article on my website may be helpful for you.