Did you ever wish that your elderly parents would grow in their Christian faith rather than still behaving mostly as they did when you were in high school? It has been my experience that many of us have that wish. I find myself often telling counselees who struggle with their parents, “They probably won’t ever […]
This is How You Do It: Good Shame Messages
Giving and receiving good shame messages at age 7 and 5? Yes! Check it out. I am not sure you readers are going to believe this, but it’s a testimony to Joy-Filled Parenting. I have to give some background, so bear with me before you get to the stories. Lauren is the mother of two […]
Spreading Joy
Around here we are spreading joy by starting other Joy Groups. In addition to my three groups, we have a couple’s group, a young people’s group, a new women’s group, and an online group. Last October, three friends started one in another area of Atlanta. As we were spreading joy, we saw the need for […]
How Can We Help Narcissists?
I am helping Dr. Jim Wilder with his upcoming book on Facing Narcissism. We are learning that high-hesed identity groups are the way to help narcissists. Hesed is the Hebrew word for God’s sticky love. The book will contain FAQ, one of which I get to answer. This is my answer to “What do I […]
Fewer Bumps with Your Teen: Synchronize
Do you ever find yourself getting caught up in arguments with your teen? You see a situation one way; your teen sees it another. Disagreements are common and very frustrating. Arguing doesn’t feel good. We either want to escalate the negative emotions or run out the door, likely slamming it on the way out. If […]