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Mom to Mom:
Last weekend, in honor of Mothersโ Day, we asked the women in our Facebook and Instagram communities what advice, encouragement, or insight they would give to moms just starting out on their parenting journey. One consistent theme emerged: GRACE –โฆ
A Fresh Look at the Connected Families Framework [video]
Parenting is complicated. Following an easy to remember framework simplifies your parenting and helps you become a more thoughtful, more intentional parent. In preparation for the launch of ourย Discipline That Connects online course, we updated the look of our parentingโฆ
“I’m Just SO Tired!”
Annie had one idea in mind. Her exhausted five-year-old son had another. By applying what she learned through Connected Families, Annie experienced a sweet parenting moment with her son. I attended a workshop given by Connected Families a couple yearsโฆ
The Power of Joy
โChoose Joy!โ is a phrase Jim repeated and prayed every morning on his mission trips with high risk teens. These were kids prone to depression, anger, and sarcasm. However, they all benefited when they were encouraged to choose joy. Alongโฆ
Words that Hurt
In this Q & A, Jim and Lynne take 4 minutes to respond to a question from a mom and dad regarding their sonโs hurtful words to his siblings. โOur son constantly criticizes and teases our daughters – and anyoneโฆ
Fun Campfire Questions You Can Use Anytime
While it may seem like you are constantly battling the screens at your house… it doesnโt have to be that way. Sitting around a campfire, going on a long road trip, or heading out on a challenging hike are justโฆ
Questions to Put the THANKS Back in Thanksgiving
โSo, kids, what are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?โ you ask. โMy family, my house, my friends, my dog and Jesus.โ (Same answers as last yearโฆ.) If you think your kids might be open to some deeper thinking this year,โฆ
To Unlock Your Child’s Heart, Just Ask for the Key!
ย If you are reading this, you probably want your kids to know how much you love them. And you probably tell them often that you do. But effectively communicating love is not always so simple. How can we beโฆ
Are Your Mornings Brutal?
John was fed up. Like many parents, he came to me looking for a quick fix. No matter what consequences or logic John put in place, his 6th grade son Ben just wouldnโt take responsibility for getting himself up andโฆ
6 Survival Tips for Parents of Teens
ย In our work coaching hundreds of parents of tweens and teens over the years, weโve uncovered six common themes that leave teens feeling a little more encouraged and willing to respect their parents. (And, if youโre a parent ofโฆ