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September 5, 2019

Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family, Part 6

John an Danny challenge the notion that parents should have all the answers.

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Parents often feel like they should know exactly how to solve all their children’s problems. John an Danny challenge the notion that parents should have all the answers.

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Navigating Tough Issues in Your Family (Digital)

Dr. Mike Bechtle offers insights on common barriers to communication within the family and how those obstacles can be removed in a discussion based on his book Dealing With the Elephant in the Room: Moving From Tough Conversations to Healthy Communication.

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