Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

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“My Kid Has Hit a Roadblock! Now What?” Jan 02, 2025

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On the journey to maturity, it's inevitable your child will face a roadblock or two. Lucille Williams shares an encouraging story with Jim Daly about how her son Tim learned toughness through things he overcame. At the end, John and Danny give you ideas for how to find an activity that teaches your child determination.

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Struggles Make Them Stronger Dec 31, 2024

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Many of us want to protect our kids. Yet, if we don't allow them to struggle sometimes, they'll never grow. Jim Daly and Lucille Williams discuss lessons they've learned about why we should not overprotect our children. Danny will also talk with John about a time he saw his daughter overcome an obstacle she faced.

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When Kids Encounter Inappropriate Content Dec 26, 2024

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How do you respond well if your child encounters something inappropriate on the internet? Jim Daly and David Murrow offer some practical ways to respond appropriately to that very scenario. Also, John and Danny share what you can do if your child has regularly been watching objectionable content.

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Rules for Screen-Time Usage Dec 24, 2024

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So many of us are drowning in our phones. How do we learn to look up and see the real world again? David Murrow and Jim Daly share good rules for parents to set with their kids on screen-time. Then, John and Danny will encourage you, even if you've had a day where you spent too much time on your phone.

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Character Traits That Last Dec 19, 2024

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It's easy to say something mean to your kids when you're frustrated with them. But what if there was a better way to handle those moments? Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch share some ideas for how to handle difficult situations with your children. Then, Danny and John will bring up how to have patience when it seems like your kid isn't understanding something as quickly as you'd want him or her to.

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Teaching Character to Your Kids

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Overprotecting Isn’t Safe Dec 17, 2024

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Have you ever struggled with overprotecting your children? Many of us have. Dr. Kathy Koch joins Jim Daly to explain why our kids need to learn that their choices have consequences. Also, John and Danny will share why it's important to teach our kids to own their decisions.

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How to Build Resilience in Your Child (Part 1 of 2)

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God is Doing a New Thing Dec 12, 2024

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If you had a difficult upbringing, you can still be a great mom or dad. Heidi St. John shares with Jim Daly about the moment she learned she didn't have to repeat her father's mistakes. Also Danny talks with John about how he's seen people overcome a challenging background, and learn to be very good parents.

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How to Be an Active, Gospel-Centered Mom

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Oops, I Blew it! Dec 10, 2024

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Every parent has had moments where you've messed up! If you're feeling guilty about how you responded to a tough situation, you'll be encouraged by when Danny tells John about a time he overreacted as a parent. Then, Heidi St. John talks with Jim Daly about a moment God unexpectedly used an apology she made in front of her kids.

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Overcoming Childhood Struggles Dec 05, 2024

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Most of us have something we need to overcome from our childhood. Maybe it was a doubt, or a bad habit. Danny opens up to John about things he faced and overcame as a kid. Plus, Jim Daly joins Lucille Williams, who talks about her struggles with ADHD, and moving to a new state.

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