Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

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Why Did My Dad Leave Me?

Perfectionism, Praise and Perseverance Feb 15, 2024

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Have you ever made a small mistake as a parent, but you struggled to forgive yourself over it? John and Danny share that many parents struggle with perfectionism. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder discuss better ways to deal with perfectionism by praising your kids and teaching them perseverance.

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Perfect Isn't the Point

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The Greatest Compliment a Parent Gives Feb 13, 2024

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If you walk into a public setting, so many people are on their phones. In a world so disconnected, how can you find time with your kids? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder share why it's critical to give your kids time. Also, John and Danny address why practicing gratitude can help your relationship be more connected.

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Teaching Kids to Be Thankful

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Praying for a Prodigal Child Feb 08, 2024

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Sadly, many Christian parents have a child who's far from God. John and Danny address some of the ways the deconstruction movement is influencing young people today. Plus, Dr. Erwin Lutzer and Jim Daly share about how the parable of the prodigal son can give discouraged parents hope

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Hope For Parents of Prodigal Children

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When Your Child is Disrespectful Feb 06, 2024

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How do you respond when your child is disrespectful to you? While disrespect is never excused, their behavior may be because he or she isn't feeling loved. Popular author Dannah Gresh and Jim Daly share why it's important for girls to feel loved so they can show you genuine respect. You'll also hear John and Danny address why boys need to feel affirmed.

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Parental Respect

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Replacing Anxiety with God’s Peace Feb 01, 2024

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Have you ever imagined the worst-case scenario on what could happen with your children? What if there is a better approach? Jim Daly speaks with Ashley Willis on how she's battled anxiety as a mom. Plus, Danny and John discuss how you can discern the difference between a healthy form of concern and toxic anxiety.

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Overcoming Anxiety in Parenting

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Why Did I Have an Angry Outburst? Jan 30, 2024

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Getting angry at your kids is not fun, especially if it turns into an outburst. Ashley Willis talks with Jim Daly about a time she got very mad at her kids during a trip. Also, Danny Huerta and John Fuller share how sometimes anger is rooted in fear. They'll even discuss how you can replace fear with love.

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The Vulnerable Truth of Motherhood

Stages of Motherhood

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Forgiving the Parent Who Left Jan 25, 2024

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You may have come from a family where a parent walked out on you. Dr. Roland Warren will share from his own journey about how learning to forgive his absent father brought healing. Plus, Danny and John address why it's important for the other parent to be careful in what you say about the parent who left.

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Hope for Children of Single Parents

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When Single Parents Struggle to Move Forward Jan 23, 2024

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Many of us know at least one single mother in our community. Danny and John share about the need single moms have for supportive friends. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Roland Warren describe some of the things they each faced while being raised by single moms.

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4 Ways to Survive Being a Single Mom

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The Difference Physical Touch Can Make Jan 18, 2024

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If you're familiar with the 5 Love Languages, you've heard about physical touch. Counselor Randy Schroeder and Jim Daly share about some ways physical touch can have a positive influence on your kids. Plus, John and Danny will offer you ideas for making your kid feel loved, even if physical touch isn't one of his or her love languages.

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