Lowering the Tension and Resolving Conflict
We’ve all lived through a year of rising tensions and conflict. In this episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss the importance of knowing how to lower the tension in stressful situations. Shellie has devised a simple technique that she calls the “Butt Defense” to help her and her children lower the tension. Tune in to hear how that technique could help you and your family too.
The Importance of Traditions
In this special Christmas episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss traditions. They share some of their favorite traditions and why it is important for families to have their own special moments. Traditions are even more important in 2020 and Chrys and Shellie tell us why.
Healthy Thinking
In today’s episode Chrys and Shellie talk about the far-reaching consequences of stinking thinking. As adults, we know the enemy likes to mess with our thoughts but we’re slower to realize how early he starts plying his trade with our precious kids and grandkids. We can thwart his purposes by watching for clues to what our littles are thinking. Much heartache results from not learning how to think, but legitimate pain doesn’t have to become lifelong hurt. Join us as we learn how to shape our tomorrows by what we’re thinking today!
Staying Calm in the Craziness
In this episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss ways to stay calm amidst the craziness. Even if it wasn’t 2020, life would be crazy, because that’s life! Chrys has ten tips for keeping calm when you’re ready to pull your hair out. The first thing is to acknowledge our stress for what it is. Look at your situation honestly. For an example, we have so much going on today that is tragic and scary for sure. But, if we look back at our country over the years, there have been many decades of horrific life circumstances, even worse than today. Putting things in perspective always helps. Join Chrys and Shellie today to learn more ways to look at life and stay calm.
A Life Changing People Trick
In today’s episode Chrys and Shellie talk about dealing with difficult people. And they sure hope that doesn’t apply to them? But then, no one sets out to be a grump, right? Shellie taught herself a people trick years ago that helps her see people differently so she can respond to them in a Christ like way. Join us today as Shellie shares that secret with our audience. It may just change your life or someone who crosses it!
Finding Your Purpose
In this episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss purpose and how to discover what really matters to you. Assuming right off the bat that you know God created you and you’re overarching purpose in life is to serve and glorify Him, then what? Join Chrys and Shellie as they discuss the tips for finding the steps that will bring glory to God and contribute to the world.
Finding Peace in a Pressure Cooker World
In this episode, Chrys and Shellie talk about how to find peace when you’re ready to blow like a pressure cooker. Shellie loves to cook, but doesn’t like the way a pressure cooker blows off steam and, certainly, doesn’t like to live life that way. Join them today to discover ways to cope with the pressures of life without blowing your top!
Why Boundaries are Important
In this episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss that just as flowers and fences form important boundaries for our yards, boundaries in life are important. They include five reasons why boundaries are important as well as five “ah-ha” moments that come when thinking about the importance of boundaries. One important point they talk about is how God set boundaries in the Garden of Eden and He had a reason for His boundaries. They were for protection. Ours should be as well. We want our kids to understand that our rules are not to be mean and ugly, but to protect them in some way—like a covering. Tune in today to listen to this important topic.
Be a Party Animal, Not a Party Pooper
In this episode, Chrys and Shellie discuss how tips to throwing a successful party applies to life in general. Shellie recently threw a party for mom, the “queen of us all.” Listen today as she shares three tips on how to be a party animal instead of a party pooper.