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How to Build Lasting Connection With Your Kids This Summer

“Work smarter, not harder: Learn new ways to become a student of your child and deepen the relationship.” By Guest Contributor, Emily Patterson, LICSW-S

SOCIALBridget CrowderMay 29, 2023summer with kids, creative fun, summer strategy with kids, build connection with children, deepen relationship with kids, screen time and behavior issues, become a student of your child, parenting tips, Christian parenting, positive parenting ideas, Christian family growth, character development in kids, character building children

Addiction: The Birthplace of the Modern-Day Narcissist

“How to know if you are dealing with a true narcissist or an addict in disguise.” By Karla S. Hardin, MS LPC-S

Have The Courage to See The Truth About Yourself

Consider 3 ways to embrace the truth about who you are and be set free. By Philip K. Hardin, M.A, M.Div. LMFT, LPC

The Glaring Problem With Shame…It’s Not What You Think.

“Shame damages more than your self- esteem. Discover the bigger loss.” By Audrey Hardin, MS LPC

Are You a Workaholic?

Where is the line between working hard and work consuming? Consider your relationship with work in the New Year! By Andrea Ferguson, MS, P-LPC

SOCIALBridget CrowderJanuary 29, 2023workaholism, signs i'm a workaholic, workaholic, why am I exhausted, work and rest

How Setting Boundaries Can Make or Break Your Holiday

“If we don’t have a plan, we will fall right into the typical unhealthy dynamics of our family. Develop your plan today!” By Audrey Hardin, MS LPC

Create Grateful Kids at Any Age With These Simple Strategies

“If you fear your children are swept up in our consumer-driven culture, consider these strategies for instilling gratefulness.” By Emily Simon, LCSW PIP

SOCIALBridget CrowderNovember 13, 2022teach gratitude, grateful kids, How to be grateful, gratitude on Thanksgiving, how gratitude changes your attitude, entitled kids, reverse kids entitlement, reverse ungrateful attitudes, attitude adjustment for kids, holiday selfish kids, holiday survival with family, meaning of christmas, meaning of thanksgiving, tips for teaching kids to be empathetic, helpful parenting tips, parenting tips at for holidays, true meaning of thanksgiving to kids

3 Musts to Become the Man God Created You To Be

“A Halloween invitation to remove the mask, be the lion, and act like a man.” By Philip K. Hardin, M.A, M.Div. LMFT, LPC,

What Are the Structures, Rules, and Roles in Your Family, and Are They Serving You?

“Consider what roles each family member plays within your family, and whether everyone is satisfied with the current arrangement.” By Vanessa Chin, MS LMFT-A

SOCIALBridget CrowderMay 29, 2022the family code, family roles, family dynamics, how to change your thinking, how to change your role, self awareness, understanding yourself better, relationship skills, change your family, family rules, structure to thrive, structure in relationships, managing expectations, how do you manage conflict, how to build positive relationships, change your brain, change your family pattern

How to Have The Conversation When You Have Outgrown The Family Code

“Growing up requires that we leave the childhood roles behind. Learn how!” By Karla Hardin, MS LPC

What’s your attachment style and how does it shape your family code?

Your first months on earth set the stage for the role you play in your family. Consider if it’s the role you want to keep playing…By Guest Contributor Katie Kuepfer, NARM CC

Why Men Struggle to Express Emotions

“Don’t cry, suck it up, be strong, keep moving, man up!” Sound familiar? Consider the why on your path to growth!” By Philip K. Hardin, M.A, M.Div. LMFT, LPC, Clinical Member of AAMFT

SOCIAL, EMOTIONALBridget CrowderMay 8, 2022mens issues, top mens struggles, mens coaching, coaching for men, emotional healing, why guys don't express their feelings, how guys process emotions, why guys suck at feeling, how do guys express their feelings, male emotions psychology, family systems, family code men, christian therapy, holistic growth men, hardin life resources

4 Ways to Deepen Connection Within Your Family and Improve Your Kids' Self-Esteem

We tend to confuse presence with connection…Learn ways real connection sets the whole family up for long-term success! By Rochelle Murrell, MA LPC

What is a Biblical Approach to Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids?

We have a special opportunity to gift our children with the ability to share and manage emotions in a Godly manner. By Emily Simon, LCSW, PIP

5 Time-Tested Steps to Ignite Your Teen’s Faith

“With 75% of graduating high school students leaving the church, parents and youth influencers have an opportunity to do something different.” By Clay Wyatt, Student Pastor, M.Div.

SOCIALBridget CrowderApril 3, 2022christian teens, raising christian teens, raising kids to love Jesus, how to parent a teenager, christian parenting, how to point teens to Jesus, role model, identity, identity struggles for teens, image bearer of God, how to not be fake, get my child excited about church, american church, high school grads leave the church

Relationships: How to Navigate Suffering from “Abrupt Endings”

“No one can prepare you for the pain that follows a relationship ending you didn’t see coming…” By Philip K. Hardin, MA, MDiv, LMFT, LPC

SOCIALBridget CrowderMarch 13, 2022suffering in relationships, abrupt endings, relationship endings, traumatic breakups, unjust firing, divorce, christian divorice, christian grief, christian suffering, rejected and alone, afraid of rejection, relationship rejection, relationship repair, how to heal, healing after abandonment, misund, misunderstood

What to Do When You Discover Your Relationship is Toxic

“Whether it’s with a partner, friend, or family member, follow these 3 steps to change the course of your toxic dynamic.” By Audrey Hardin, MS LPC

How To Know If You’re in A Toxic Relationship

“Consider 7 traits to determine if your relationship is toxic.” by Audrey Hardin, MS LPC

How Forgiveness Changed My Life

Practical steps to forgive what you can’t forget and free you up for the best year yet! By Audrey Hardin, MS LPC

How to Deal with Loss During this Holiday Season

“The holidays are filled with both joy and grief. Learn how to embrace both.” By Guest Contributor, Lisa Donohue, CLC

SOCIAL, EMOTIONALBridget CrowderNovember 21, 2021holiday loss, grief during holidays, family disappointment, grieving during christmas, grieving during thanksgiving, family dynamics, struggling relationship during holidays, grieving well, suffering in singleness, lonely during holidays, sad about covid, pandemic trauma