A girl grounded in her identity will still feel discouraged when she doesn’t have the relational connections she craves, but a lack of friends won’t define her. And it won’t destroy her. And if she’s practicing confidence and selflessness, the lonely seasons won’t last forever.
Adaptability
Being honest with our children is important. Even in stressful times, it can build trust. Developing an understanding of your family’s unique fears and stresses can benefit your ability to cultivate security.
We can’t change our adult children. But we can choose to keep communication open without compromising our convictions.
In a world where genders are easily confused, raising boys alone can seem hopeless.
Have you ever noticed how societal trends can influence the personal identities of an entire generation?
You don’t have to make the same choices in life that your father did. You can use your life story as a springboard to another path. You can choose how to write the next chapters in your story. Make the choice for the cycle of absent fathers to end with you.
While we give gifts all year long, holidays bring gift-giving to the center of attention.
Has your teen decided to “give up the faith”? Get insight into how parents can engage with their prodigals.
Supporting your child’s parenting choices can be hard when you don’t agree. We have to remember there is more at stake.
It’s often the hardest to give your teens what they need the most. Letting go and giving greater independence to your kids as they grow
We can’t shield our kids from hearing about war, mass shootings, and violence against innocents. But how should you talk to them?
Most parents long to see their kids grow into resilient individuals who can face life’s challenges with confidence, compassion, and a deep-rooted faith.
I’ve found that ultimately, even when my children want to be respected as an adult, they also crave the comfort of a parent.
To be human is to be gendered — male or female. And one of the most important jobs of a parent is to help their children develop as healthy boys or girls and into strong, confident men and women.
A child or teen suicide attempt represents much more than a medical problem. It represents a young person in crisis, crying out for help.
When dads are involved with their kids at all ages and stages of childhood, they will help them grow and thrive
Postpartum depression isn’t something to suffer through in silence. Get help!
Six ideas for starting conversations with reluctant teens
Here are a few shepherding tips that have helped me on this journey.
Teen rebellion requires parental tenacity and persistence.