Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs

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WT 268: Discontentment in Marriage [RE-AIR] Jun 15, 2021

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We all walk down the aisle with hearts full of hope, but a few years and a kid or two down the road, we often discover marriage is more work than we thought it would be. Right after discipline, marriage is the topic we get the most questions about for Wire Talk. If you have a friend whose marriage could use a shot of encouragement, share this episode!

WT 267: Finding Your Purpose in Motherhood with Candace Cameron Bure [RE-AIR] Jun 08, 2021

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We've got a fun one for you today moms! Today we're re-airing one of our favorite interviews of all time. Candace Cameron Bure, actress, wife, mom, and as she often points out, first and foremost, a follower of Jesus joins us in the studio to talk faith, career, and motherhood. We love Candace's words of encouragement for young mothers and think that wherever you are in your journey of motherhood, you'll benefit from the reminder in this conversation that our primary purpose in all that we do is to glorify God.

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WT 266: How Do We Survive the Chaos of the Toddler Years? [RE-AIR] Jun 01, 2021

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During the month of June, Wire Talk is re-airing 5 of our most popular episodes from years past. We’re kicking off the month with a great one, all about toddlers! Moms are constantly asking, how can we survive the chaos and maybe even enjoy a little bit of these fleeting years? Today Sunny and Karen are addressing your questions and hopefully giving you hope that you CAN do this!

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WT 265: Fostering a Great Relationship with Your Teenage Daughter May 25, 2021

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As your little girl turns the corner toward adulthood, your relationship dynamic will definitely start to change. Today Karen shares her thoughts on connecting with older daughters while still holding the line on boundaries and discipline. Don’t miss wisdom bombs, like, “listen before you lecture” and “you do not need to be your child’s best friend”. :) We hope this episode equips those of you navigating Tinder and tattoos while encouraging our toddler moms that you really can enjoy the teenage years. And stay tuned for an upcoming episode all about fostering a great relationship with your teenage son!

Save the Date for Survive: A Retreat for Moms of Teens

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WT 264: Taking Your Family Values Outside the Home May 18, 2021

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We all want kids with great character, but how do you help your kids take the lessons you are teaching them at home out into the real world? Today Karen is sharing the family values she and Greg tried to instill in their kids (and why they never had a family mission statement!) while answering questions about character issues at school and on the ball field.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Wire Talk episode 125: How Do I Handle My Sweet Little Liar

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WT 263: How Do I Teach My Child to Be a Good Friend? May 11, 2021

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Whether it’s a friend’s bad behavior rubbing off on your child, or your child having trouble being a good friend, today Karen and Sunny are tackling your questions about friendship. As always, we hope this conversation encourages you right where you are, and gives you a practical tool (or two!) that you can put into practice with your kids today.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

WT 133: What Do I Do About Mean Girls?

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WT 262: How's Your Anxiety Level, Mom? with special guest Sissy Goff May 04, 2021

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"We feel out of control and so the easiest place and most natural place to control when we feel fearful, even fearful for our kids, is to step in and control them."

Author and counselor Sissy Goff joins us today to talk about the rise in anxiety and depression among moms (and our kids!) in the past year. There is so much wisdom packed into this conversation, moms. Please listen and SHARE!

Need to hear more about anxiety in your kids? Listen to episode 191

Pick up a copy of Brave: A Teen Girl's Guide to Beating Worry and Anxiety today!

WT 261: Spiritual Disciplines for Mom Life: Practicing Sabbath Apr 27, 2021

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Sabbath first appears in the story of creation and again in the 10 commandments, but what does Sabbath actually look like in a mom's world? Today pastor Shireen Eldridge joins Karen and Sunny to share how practicing Sabbath helps recalibrate our hearts to love God and love the people around us better. We also dive into the practical; what does Sabbath REALLY look like in a house with young kids? Join us for this encouraging conversation!

WT 260: Spiritual Disciplines for Moms: Community with Other Believers Apr 20, 2021

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Gathering together this past year has been a complicated component of spiritual life for many of us. On today’s episode Karen and Sunny answer questions from moms weary of virtual church, about what to do when your kids hate going to church, and offer suggestions for gathering together with other moms during this unique season.

Resources from today’s episode:

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Read about each of the BOAW mom studies HERE.

Parent Cue - more faith resources for kids

WT 259: Spiritual Disciplines for Moms: Pray Continually Apr 13, 2021

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We're continuing this month's series on Spiritual Disciplines with a conversation about prayer today. Karen and Sunny address the tenderest questions from moms about how to pray when the words won't come, why Christians say the words, "In Jesus' name, Amen" at the end of prayers and what the purpose of prayer is. If your prayer life is feeling less than inspired lately, we hope this conversation is an encouragement to begin where you are.

P.S. That prayer journal Karen mentions? It's not available yet, but will be later this year. Be sure you're subscribed to our email list to know when it is released!

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