We’ve all received feedback that has stung or embarrassed us, making us feel defensive. And it’s normal to feel defensive.

The amygdala, which is the part of the brain that constantly scans our environment for threats cannot tell the difference between a psychological threat and a physical threat. Essentially, we get the defensive because we don't feel safe.

But there is not upside in feeling defensive.

This episode will give you real life strategies on how to counter that feeling of defensive.

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In this episode I share with you the 5 things that have helped me love being a mom. This year will be my 26th year and when I have looked back I see 5 consistent things that I have done that has helped me show up as the parent I want to be. When you feel proud of who you are it benefits your children 100% of the time.

Our sibling relationships are the longest relationships we will have on this earth. Because of this they can sometimes be difficult to mange and hit some roadblocks.

The quality of sibling relationships is also one of the most important predictors of mental health in old age, according to The American Journal of Psychiatry. Research shows that people who are emotionally close to their siblings have higher life satisfaction and lower rates of depression later in life. In times of stress or trauma, siblings can provide essential emotional and monetary support.

I have 9 siblings so I have a lot of practice and experience on how to create strong bonds with your siblings.

In this episode I gave you 3 things to focus on to enhance your sibling relationships so you can fully enjoy the power of those relationships.

Today is my mother's birthday. To honor her I asked each of her 10 children one bit of wisdom that she taught them. She was an ordinary woman her left an extraordinary legacy of 10 children who have created happy, thriving families of faith. Enjoy!

1. Get as much education as possible.
2. Sometimes you just need a good cry.
3. The importance of PERSONAL Scripture study
4. If it doesn’t have eternal consequences don’t worry about it
5. No limitations….you can do or be anything.
6. Faithfully serve when God calls you.
7. Things that drive you crazy in your kids today, will be their strengths when they are older.
8. Your number 1 job as a mom is to teach your children who they are.
9. Your best friends should be your family.
10. Everything that happens in your life has a reason.

Do you think your child is LGBTQ but they haven't talked to you yet?
Is your child out to you but nobody else knows?

These real life scenarios are questions I have helped many families with.

In this episode I teach you some ideas on how to best support your LGBTQ child in a healthy non-harming way.

When your child comes out as LGBTQ things change. This can include how you feel at church. This usually feels scary and uncomfortable. If you have felt this you are not alone. I give you some actionable steps on how to handle the hard.

We all want stronger friendships.

But as we get older friendships can feel harder.

I see a lot of adults struggle in the friendship department because they have forgotton how to make friendships simple and drama-free.

We all want to feel loved and wanted and connected to others. The problem is we think other people's actions and words are what makes us feel loved, wanted and connected.

We are wrong. We are the only ones who can make us feel connected to others. The feelings of love, inclusion and connection are completely created by you; not by others.

Easy enough, right? If we want to feel these lovely feelings then we just think lovely thoughts. So what is the problem? Why do we have times that we don't feel loved, connected or wanted?

In this episode I teach you how to manage your brain and 6 steps on how to navigate the landmines of friendships.