Movie Devotionals by Empoweredhomes.org

Tarzan: Family Devo Tarzan Discussion Questions During the first song in the movie, the stage is set for Tarzan to be orphaned and ... Avengers- End Game : Family Devo Avengers: End Game In the movie Avengers: End Game, there are many excellent themes to discuss with your children. Watch ... Little Women: Family Devo … Continue reading Movie Devotionals by Empoweredhomes.org

Tween and Teen Development By Dr. Meg Meeker

Photo by Dฦฐฦกng Nhรขn from Pexels https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/tween-and-teen-development/ Tweens and teens experience many physical and emotional changes that can be confusing for parents. Dr. Meg Meeker explains those changes and offers tips for parents to respond effectively so their sons and daughters can thrive during their teenage years. One of the most frequent concerns parents talk … Continue reading Tween and Teen Development By Dr. Meg Meeker

10 Ways to Welcome Your College Student Back Home

Photo by Buro Millennial from Pexels Some of you parents now have your college student back under your roof, at least temporarily. This is a challenging season for all of us as we navigate COVID-19, so here are 10 ways you can help your college student adjust well to the move back home during this … Continue reading 10 Ways to Welcome Your College Student Back Home

Tame the Family Zoo with John Trent

https://youtu.be/kDXHU1SvI4s John Trent and Kari Trent-Stageberg, the dad and daughter team at StrongFamilies.com,ย  remind us that life can be a zoo. We have a unique opportunity right now to blend differences in our homes and recognize the many strengths found in our own families. John and Kari introduce four animals that will help you identify … Continue reading Tame the Family Zoo with John Trent

Effective Parenting in a World of Technology

https://jimdaly.focusonthefamily.com/effective-parenting-in-a-world-of-technology/ Technology is wiring our childrenโ€™s brains to believe five fundamental lies: Iโ€™m the center of the universe.I deserve to be happy all the time.I must have choices.Iโ€™m my own authority.I donโ€™t need other people. Whatโ€™s technologyโ€™s part? Eighty percent of a childโ€™s ability to interact with the world around him develops after the child … Continue reading Effective Parenting in a World of Technology

Navigating Personality Differences at Home By Danny Huerta, MSW, LCSW, LSSW

https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/navigating-personality-differences-at-home/ Take some time to learn about the personalities of people around you. The goal is for your family to take the frustration that can come from different personalities and turn it into understanding how different personalities can benefit each other. โ€œFor in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through … Continue reading Navigating Personality Differences at Home By Danny Huerta, MSW, LCSW, LSSW

Latest Trends in Apps, Social Media, and Technology by Kristin Smith

As a Millennial, Iโ€™ve grown up with technology by my side. Yes, I still remember dial-up. Yes, I used to have an AIM account. Yes, I remember the days that MySpace and Yahoo were popular. But even with all of the technology I did have, there was a lot I didnโ€™t have. I didnโ€™t get … Continue reading Latest Trends in Apps, Social Media, and Technology by Kristin Smith

100 things to do when quarantined with kids Written by Claire Avidon

Along with the widespread news of COVID-19 and the health and political implications surrounding the disease, the media is now widely speaking to how families might survive each other during lockdowns, school closures, and remote working conditions.  Survive each other?  Come on, parents! We admit to laughing at the wealth of circulating COVID-19 memes about … Continue reading 100 things to do when quarantined with kids Written by Claire Avidon

10 Ways Your Family Can Show Love to Neighbors During Coronavirus By Carol Cuppy

Photo by Lisa Fotios from Pexels Check in regularly with your neighbors to make sure they are doing well and see if they need any assistance. Be a willing listener to their stories; sometimes they might not have anyone else to talk to. A Show of Love Last week, our locals schools organized a miniature … Continue reading 10 Ways Your Family Can Show Love to Neighbors During Coronavirus By Carol Cuppy