Loving your children well at Christmas is not about the gifts

#5. Listen up, friend. You matter! Why self care and mental health matter for the Christian woman.: Episode 5 // In today's episode, we are continuing our mini-series walking through the four pillars of the Love Your People Well™ Podcast. Today we are answering the questions of WHAT and WHY for pillar #2: Love Yourself Well. What does it mean t... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

21 min listen

#15. Are you a perfectionist? Let’s uncover the biblical truth about perfectionism.: Episode 15 // I think it is human nature that we want things to be perfect. We want to be a perfect wife. We long for the perfect marriage. And then what happens? We set unrealistic expectations of ourselves. We pour our energy into the tasks, projec... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

27 min listen

#24. Do you want to have a great relationship with your kids when they grow up? Then let’s look at how to be a purposeful parent TODAY.: Episode 24 // Spoiler alert, mama… your kids are growing up. Have you thought about the relationship that you want to have with them when they’re older? Every mom wants to parent great kids, who turn into great adults, who call us regularly and want ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

19 min listen

#18. 4 quick tips to family boundaries when you’re an overwhelmed and busy mom! - PLUS ENTER THE FREE “BOUNDARIES” BOOK GIVEAWAY!!: Episode 18 // I often find that the summertime is a season of way too much busyness for our family. There is so much going on, so many fun family activities, but it is easy for things to pile up. We get more and more on our plates, and I start to be ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

18 min listen

#19. Start resolving conflict in your marriage TODAY by managing difficult conversations with less stress and more peace: Episode 19 // Do you enjoy conflict? It’s almost a trick question. No one likes conflict! As a marriage therapist, one of the most common things that I do is help couples manage conflict well. Every marriage has its own hot button issues, and conver... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

28 min listen

#11. Two Truths and a Lie… Are your thoughts grounded in truth? Here are 2 truths that we should be thinking about and 1 lie that we sometimes believe instead: Episode 11 // Are your thoughts grounded in truth? In today's episode we are digging into 2 Truths & A Lie - two truths that we need to rest in and remember, and one lie that we often start to believe instead. Sometimes, we are much more intentional... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

22 min listen

#7. Who do you see everyday? Your family. Let’s dig into what it means to love them well, and why it matters: Episode 7 // Who do you see every day? Who sees you at your best... and your worst? Drum roll please... Your family. Your husband. Kids. Mom. Dad. Siblings. Grandparents. The people you grew up with and the people you live with today are the people w... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

26 min listen

Trailer for the brand new Love Your People Well™ Podcast: Welcome to the Love Your People Well™ Podcast! Check out the trailer for this brand new podcast. Episode 1 launches in early May 2021. I'm a marriage and family therapist with a passion for ministering to women and their families. God creates us for ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

1 min listen

#3. What does it mean to be a Christian? The 3 things needed to love God well, and 3 impacts on your daily life: Episode 3 // Hey friend! Today we are digging into what it means to love God well and why that is meaningful in our everyday lives. Do you feel close with God? How is your spiritual growth? For most of us, we've hit a season where the Bible was confu... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

21 min listen

#12. Check out 6 creative ideas for devotional time with your husband to grow spiritual intimacy in your marriage: Episode 12 // How is the spiritual intimacy in your marriage? Do you have regular devotional times with your husband? For most couples, we get so busy, tired, or stuck in a rut that we lose track of this marital priority. We focus on our emotional in... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

27 min listen

#6. Are you too busy for self care? Here are 3 practical, realistic action steps to love yourself well.: Episode 6 // You're busy. Maybe even overwhelmed. Between family, work, errands, church, and all of your life obligations, it's hard to find time for yourself. But it is so important! In today's episode, we're tackling this very topic. In all o... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

19 min listen

#26. Handling the conviction of the Holy Spirit WITHOUT condemnation and WITH an action plan: Episode 26 // When you decided to follow Christ, the Holy Spirit came to live in you. A big part of his role in our life is to convict us of sin. Eek! This is not an easy experience. How do we know if we are hearing his voice? What do we do when we ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

28 min listen

#1. Who are your people? Welcome to the show!: Episode 1 // Welcome to our first episode! I am so excited to join you on your journey. I'm Jess, a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Christian, a wife, a mom - and the host of the Love Your People Well podcast. In this episode, we'll look at why I'm... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

30 min listen

#8. Five practical strategies for building quality family relationships and deepening your family bond: Episode 8 // Our family relationships are the most important in our lives. We not only spend a ton of time with them, but they are relationships that last for life! Trust me, your family sees you at your best... and your worst. It's hard to be vulne... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

27 min listen

#9. Five reasons why it’s important to have deep friendships and community connections: Episode 9 // How are your friendships these days? Do you feel connected in your church? What about your workplace and your neighborhood? Are you invested in your community? These relationships are hugely important in our lives. That's why we're diggi... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

21 min listen

#4. Want to boost your spiritual growth? Check out these five practical strategies for growing closer to God.: Episode 4 // If you want to grow, today's episode is for you. We are continuing our mini-series through the four pillars of the Love Your People Well Podcast and today we are answering the question of HOW do we love God well? There are 5 real-life, p... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

23 min listen

#21. Ignore Pinterest! 7 simple ways to celebrate the people you love… without spending a lot of money, fuss, or time: Episode 21 // Nothing is better than making someone we love smile. That’s the photo-worthy moment right there! The thing is... we sometimes put so much pressure on those moments to be photo-worthy that we miss the moment itself. But what is the mome... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

25 min listen

#30. Deepen your marriage in 5 minutes a day with this simple and fun activity … which is also foundational to a healthy relationship and happy marriage: Episode 30 // How well do you REALLY know your spouse? This question is central to your marriage. You simply cannot have a meaningful, healthy, lasting, joy-filled marriage without a deep knowledge of each other. But don’t worry - this doesn’t have ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

23 min listen

#45. My daily habits that keep me spiritually healthy and help me raise my kids in the Lord (without extra work) by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

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#17. How can I be a good parent? Let’s apply 4 helpful Bible passages to this key parenting question.: Episode 17 // Every parent wonders what they need to do to be a good parent. How do we care for, teach, and lead our kids in this crazy world? We worry about how our kids will turn out. It is so easy to question our decisions and for the “mom guilt” ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

25 min listen

#10. Top 10 list for how to have deep friendships, connect at church, and enjoy your community life: Episode 10 // Today, we're wrapping up our mini series walking through the What, Why, and How of the four pillars of this podcast. We are looking at a top 10 list of practical action steps we can take to answer the question: HOW do we love others wel... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

20 min listen

#16. This simple change in your communication will improve your marriage, your parenting… actually, every relationship you have!: Episode 16 // The quality of our relationships often depends on the quality of our communication. In today’s episode, we are going to dig into one specific, simple, straightforward action step that will bless and build up your relationships. This ac... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

22 min listen

#2. What’s your story? Here’s mine. A story of faith, love, and vulnerability.: Episode 2 // Welcome back, friend! In today's episode, I'm sharing my story (and my heart!) with you. I always find it so meaningful to hear other women's stories. It's so encouraging to see how God is working in people's lives. And it takes a lot of... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

29 min listen

#28. Using time management strategies to boost your relationships: My 3-step process to a successful weekly schedule that strengthens my relationships AND gets the to-do list checked off!: Episode 28 // Do you feel good about how you spend your time? What about how you spend your energy and emotions? These are precious resources, and we want to give them to the things that matter most: our people! Relationships are always more importan... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

26 min listen

#51.5 (F3) Can we really give thanks in all circumstances… even when life is hard? A devotional in 1 Thessalonians.: Episode 51.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up // In this quick devotional, we’re opening God’s Word to look at 1 Thessalonians and why God calls us to be thankful in ALL circumstances. Listen in, friends, and I’d encourage you to read this short book of ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

13 min listen

#40. Your words are powerful. But are you using them to help or hurt your loved ones? In marriage, parenting, friendships… your words matter.: Episode 40 // Our words are powerful. They can be used for good, bringing healing and encouragement into our family life. But we all know that insults, complaints, and gossip can slip off our tongue far too easily. Today, we are looking at Ephesia... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

28 min listen

#35. Do you want happy relationships? Let’s talk about the need for REALISTIC expectations of yourself and others.: Episode 35 // Our expectations shape our experience of life. What do you expect from your husband? Your job? What about your expectations of yourself, or of God? Unmet expectations creates disappointment, discouragement, and distance in our relations... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

22 min listen

Brand new GIVEAWAY! Get in today!: I don't know about you, but I love to celebrate my people - and birthdays are one of the best times to celebrate the people we love! You know what, friend? It's almost MY birthday! I love to take my birthday as an opportunity to reflect on what God h... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

6 min listen

#42. It’s hard to make friends as an adult. Try these 8 tips to grow new, deep Christian friendships.: Episode 42 // How are your friendships? We all want them - and I would argue that we NEED deep, healthy friendships to enjoy life to the fullest. But sometimes it seems like it’s harder to develop real friendships as an adult. Life gets busy. We c... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

28 min listen

#41. Want to strengthen your marriage? Protect, grow, and help your marriage with this counseling activity I use as a marriage therapist.: Episode 41 // Today we are strengthening our marriages, my friend. I’m sharing the details of a counseling intervention activity that I use frequently with couples - and it can help your marriage too, whether things are pretty good, really great, or ... by Love Your People Well - Motherhood, Marriage, & Family Relationships From A Christian Counselor

26 min listen

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