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Episode 2790:

Brittany Olson offers practical, heartfelt strategies to help children cultivate gratitude during a season often dominated by consumerism. From screen-free months to meaningful giving traditions, her ideas empower parents to reduce holiday overwhelm and nurture deeper appreciation in their families.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/gratitude-vs-consumption/

Quotes to ponder:

"When my kids have no screen time they are self-aware, kind, thoughtful, responsive, helpful, grateful, and polite."

"They cannot beg for toys they don't know about."

"When they have a lot of screen time they are impulsive, insatiable, zoned out, selfish, and rude."

Episode references:

Operation Christmas Child: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child

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Episode 2789:

Kate Brierly reframes co-parenting as a necessary skill for anyone raising a child with a partner, whether you're married, separated, or somewhere in between. With practical advice grounded in her own experience, she offers strategies to foster teamwork, share responsibilities, and maintain consistent communication for the benefit of your children.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/co-parenting-lessons-learned-along-the-way

Quotes to ponder:

"Presenting yourself as a united front is absolutely key in the world of co-parenting."

"Even on the most difficult, most frustrating days, keep in mind, nobody can understand what it's like to be the parent of your children except for your co-parent."

"Lean on each other to get it all done and it becomes that much easier for both of you."

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Episode 2788:

Linda Sulvita reveals how embracing sensitivity, often dismissed as weakness, can become a powerful force for healing and connection. Her story of intuitive compassion leading to a stranger's breakthrough shows how deeply attuned, emotionally aware people can change lives simply by showing up as their true selves.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://highlysensitiverefuge.com/sensitivity-answered-prayer/

Quotes to ponder:

"I thought I was 'fixing' myself, or getting rid of a weakness. The truth is, I was suppressing my biggest strength."

"If you are also sensitive, and you can feel others' pain: Do it. Let nothing stop you."

"It is safe to be who you are. And it is time. The world needs you."