Focus on the Family Commentary

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Hollywood Hero Mar 19, 2026

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You and I may not be heroes who wear capes or consider ourselves special, but the world needs us. Jim Daly encourages you to believe that you can step up and become a hero in your family and in your community.

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Through Your Spouse's Eyes Mar 18, 2026

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Married couples who refuse to admit they’re wrong have a hard time settling disagreements. What’s the answer? Jim Daly explains how couples can learn to see through each other’s eyes.

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Emotional Currency for Your Child Mar 17, 2026

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How do you help a child develop the strength to face adversity? Jim Daly says, “Ask yourself, ‘What am I depositing into my child’s emotional bank? Things that tear them down? Or things that build them up?’”

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Artificial Connection Mar 16, 2026

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Human connection is necessary for good health. Jim Daly explains why human relationship is so important to our well-being that we’ll create artificial versions when we lack the real thing.

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End Anxiety Mar 13, 2026

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According to the National Center for Health, 27% of adults suffer from some form of anxiety. Jim Daly offers practical tips for calming yourself when you feel anxious.

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Good Fences Make Good Marriages Mar 12, 2026

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In his classic poem, The Mending Wall, Robert Frost says, “Good fences make good neighbors.” Jim Daly shares why good fences make good marriages, too.

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Signs of Bullying Mar 11, 2026

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Bullying regularly makes headlines, but it’s still a problem that flies under the radar in many schools. Jim Daly shares warning signs that parents can watch for to discern whether their child is being bullied.

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Don't Be a Benedict Arnold Mar 10, 2026

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The name Benedict Arnold was once synonymous with honor and courage. But then he switched his allegiance from America to the British army. Jim Daly explains why a reputation is only as strong as the character beneath it.

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Love With Style Mar 09, 2026

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Every marriage faces obstacles. Jim Daly shares the story of a couple who learned to turn their greatest challenge into an opportunity to love each other more deeply.

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How Not to Raise Stepford Children Mar 06, 2026

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Many parents struggle with how to create a loving marriage and a healthy home. Jim Daly shares about a reporter’s experience that convinced her that families really can be strong, healthy, and happy together.

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