3526 How to Nurture Parent-Child Connections
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Release Date: 09/20/2024
3635 Direction Comes From Action
Create Your Now with Kristianne Wargo
As the week drags on, keeping what needs to be done in front of you is hard. The challenges are real. But don't despair when you get to choose, if it's really unfair. Direction comes from action. Your week may be looking totally different than when you set your clocks ahead. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . All the hours filled with struggles and troubles because you are trying to live your best life is exhausting. Yet, why pull back and settle in? You are made for more. And if you stay frustrated and discouraged and focus less...
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3634 Do Fitness Gadgets Tell the Truth?
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Living a healthy lifestyle has its own set of rules: diligence, consistency, and intentional actions. Honesty is the name of the game, and it includes all the stuff you need to reach your goals. So the question is: Do fitness gadgets tell the truth? Now, I'm sure you're thinking, how can they not? They are digital products running on an operating system that tracks health and fitness. There's no way where they can't work. What can be wrong? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . In reality, fitness gadgets are only as honest as you are...
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3633 Break Out of Autopilot
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There are not many things that we do over and over again that benefit us. Habits can do you good as well as they can do you bad. Regardless of the season you're in, be intentional with your actions and words. Break out of autopilot. Autopilot is super dangerous! You can think you've got it all under control, only to learn midway that where you are is not where you were going. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . Think about your GPS system. I was playing with my grandson the other day, and he was riding his scooter. At one point, I asked...
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3632 Master Your Attitude with Your Mind
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Making changes requires us to perform different actions and think in a new way. In doing so, you get closer to your goals. Otherwise, you will fight yourself for what isn't possible. Therefore, master your attitude with your mind. Some of the hardest things you and I must do in life is fight our own battles in the head. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . Self-talk is a real thing. And let me just say, it has nothing to do with how crazy you are. What you think about yourself, you will live out. My good friend, It's the real deal in life...
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3631 God Is Our Refuge
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As your days become more than you can handle alone, remember that God's got you! It says in Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." Have you ever been in trouble? Have you ever thought you might be close to the end? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . We have all experienced that feeling of living life on our own. So many things piling up around us that we feel like we are coming to a breaking point. However, I want to remind you that you are not alone. He is there for you ALL the time. Now,...
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3630 How to Love in a One-Sided Marriage
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In marriage, there are sweet moments of honeymoons, celebrations, and birthdays. As two become one over the years, many things shift, including who loves more or less. How to love in a one-sided marriage. Let's be real. Neither of you loves the same way. Neither of you show up committed in the same way. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . However, you both love each other uniquely, and at times, it can feel like you are doing everything. Then the questions begin: Why can't he love me more? Why can't he see what he's doing wrong? Why do...
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3629 Stretch Them So You Don't Shrink Them
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Raising kids can be the pits sometimes. You want to do everything for them, but they still don't get it. Why can't they do what we teach? Remember, as a parent, you are called to stretch them so you don't shrink them. How has your week gone with the kids? Or maybe you're without them, but you are never not a parent. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . Once a parent, always a parent. So, how do you communicate with your children? Do you get mad because that's the only way to get their attention? Or do you speak in whispers to draw them...
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3628 Break the Box
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When life gives you lemons, make scrumptious lemonade with mint. Who you are in your everyday matters. Stop pretending everything is okay. You can't live life in the confines of your limitations. Break the box! So much of our days are filled with the habits that keep us stuck in our comfort zones. We cozy up to the yelling and screaming because we know how to handle it. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . But what if you woke up and decided that yelling and screaming isn't going to happen? Would that change your day? Would that change...
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3627 You Are Too Busy For Your Health
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Why does life have to be so challenging? Why do we fight more than we love ourselves? So many questions with a simple answer: you are too busy for your health. Over the past few months, I have been burning the candle at not just two ends but twenty ends. This mama and grandmama was always on the move. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . I mean, who doesn't prioritize your family? But in reality, if all you do is keep pushing yourself deeper and deeper down in the ground, there is little resolve for your comeback. If you haven't...
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3626 Risk Your Heart
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Some of the best gifts to give or receive come from the heart. But so does living your daily life with intentionality and authenticity. Share a bit of your true self. Risk your heart. As much as you think you are showing up ready to live your life well, a lot of times, you are hiding. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at . You act like how you think everyone expects of you, only to be surprised that you really don't know what to do or how to act. In fact, who are you? There are too many rules because you are living someone else's life. What do...
info_outlineExpressing love to our children is a constant balancing act. Even as hard as parents try, love can get lost in the message if parents don't learn how to nurture parent-child connections.
As you know, parenting is an intricate dance. Just as each child is unique, so too are the ways they give and receive love.
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While parents may pour their hearts into demonstrating affection, sometimes it's not received well, if at all. This can lead to misunderstandings, miscommunications, and, ultimately, a disconnect in the parent-child relationship.
Gary Chapman, renowned author and counselor, pioneered the concept of the Five Love Languages - Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. By understanding and speaking a child's specific love language, parents can bridge the gap and nurture a deeper connection with their little ones.
Words of Affirmation
Words of affirmation like "Your hair looks amazing today!" or "You played an incredible game tonight!" hold significant value for children who thrive on praise. Whether complimenting their personality, achievements, appearance, or anything that validates them, these words can have a lasting impact. It's important to note that offering a monetary reward to a child who craves affirmation will ultimately leave them feeling unfulfilled.
Acts of Service
During the formative years, we care for our children by fulfilling tasks they are unable to do independently. As they grow, our love manifests through guiding them in learning how to navigate life on their own. For a child who resonates with acts of service as their primary love language, understanding which specific acts hold significance is crucial. Does assisting with homework or teaching them a new skill like throwing a ball make them feel loved and valued?
Gifts
Children who resonate with this love language cherish gifts as a physical expression of love and care. However, they may also perceive a scarcity of gifts as a scarcity of love. It's essential to understand that the value of the gift lies not in its cost but in the sentiment behind it. Acknowledging that a child may feel more appreciated with a small token like a pack of gum than with a hug is key to fostering effective communication and connection.
Quality Time
Children who communicate through this love language crave dedicated and uninterrupted attention. From playful interactions on the floor during infancy to engaging in conversations, reading bedtime stories, or enjoying outdoor activities as they grow older, the essence of quality time lies in the bond created through shared experiences. While the specific activity may vary, the shared moments hold the utmost importance. In families with multiple children, it can be challenging for a child to secure one-on-one time with a parent. It's essential for them to feel valued and reassured that they deserve and are worthy of receiving undivided attention.
Physical Touch
The profound impact of physical touch on emotional well-being has been recognized for ages. From the early stages of development where held infants thrive compared to those left alone, to older children who continue to yearn for physical closeness, the significance of simple gestures like a touch on the arm, a reassuring pat on the back, or a warm hug cannot be overstated. These acts of physical affection hold special importance for children fluent in this love language, as they seek to tangibly feel the depth of your love and care.
So how do you discover your child's love language?
The only way you can do that is to learn to read your child.
The K.I.S.S. ~ Learn to read your child!
Discovering a child's love language requires a mindful approach and a willingness to adapt. Here are three practical steps parents can take to understand and speak their child's unique love language:
1. Observe and Listen: Pay close attention to how your child expresses affection towards others and what they request or appreciate in return. For example, if your child often seeks hugs and physical closeness, their primary love language might be Physical Touch. In this case, offering frequent hugs, cuddles, and high-fives can make them feel cherished and understood.
2. Experiment and Engage: Try expressing love to your child through each of the Five Love Languages and observe their reactions. For a child whose love language is Receiving Gifts, surprising them with a small token of appreciation like a handmade card or a favorite treat can speak volumes. Alternatively, engaging in shared activities such as playing a board game or going for a nature walk caters to a child who values Quality Time.
3. Communicate and Validate: Open communication is key to understanding your child's emotional needs. Encourage them to express how they feel loved and appreciated, and validate their feelings even if they differ from your own. Using Words of Affirmation to acknowledge their efforts, strengths, and unique qualities can boost their self-esteem and reinforce a positive parent-child bond.
By actively learning and speaking your child's love language, you can foster a nurturing and supportive environment where love flows freely and authentically.
Just as a flower needs the right conditions to bloom, children thrive when their emotional needs are met in a language they understand. So, let's embrace the journey of discovery and celebrate the beauty of loving our children the way they receive love.
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