Parenting

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Being more aware of what we say, and how it affects our kids

Sometimes we don’t mean to hurt, but we do. In our society, the role of a father is often idealized — sometimes to an impossible degree. We see images of strong, silent types; weekend warriors; or endlessly patient mentors. While many fathers strive to embody these ideals, and indeed, many succeed admirably, the reality is […]

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Help your child embrace their faith when the world shows them something different

As parents, we pour our hearts into nurturing our children’s growth in countless ways, yet the desire for them to embrace their faith without reservation often sits as a profound hope. In a culture where faith often is met with skepticism, or even ridicule, how do we move beyond simply teaching them Bible stories to

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Is your child frustrated?

I was reading some recent poll results, outlining common parental behaviors that frustrate teenagers, and they painted a vivid picture of the delicate balancing act inherent in modern parent-teen relationships. These frustrations are not merely superficial annoyances; they reflect deeper struggles for autonomy, respect, and understanding during a critical developmental phase. Analyzing these points reveals

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