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Archives / February 2024
February 26, 2024
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Some Parental Confessions

by John Salmon
I remember having many doubts and questions while raising my children. I can remember thinking, “I have no idea what I’m doing” and, “This is too much. I’m overwhelmed.” On many occasions, I was exhausted, uncertain, overwhelmed. Have you ever felt that way? Have you made similar statements to yourself as a parent? Parenting can...
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Family Shepherds    Grace
        
February 19, 2024
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The Key to Emotional Health in Adolescence

by John Salmon
Adolescence is a time of challenge and opportunity, a time of growth for parent and child. At times you and your child may feel like pulling your hair out during their adolescent years. And, at other times, you may feel like pulling one another’s hair out. But there is a key that can help nurture...
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Family Shepherds    Honor
              
February 17, 2024
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The Power of Speaking with Vulnerable Honesty

by John Salmon
Every married couple will experience disagreements and conflict. However, how we say what we say can calm a conflict or escalate it, arouse defensiveness or cooperation. It can push away or draw near, disempower or empower. Consider these statements and possible alternatives. “I hate staying in every night. We never do anything together.” That feels...
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Celebration    Honor
              
February 5, 2024
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To Keep Your Marriage Stronger, Longer

by John Salmon
Do you want to have a life-long, happy marriage? I do….and I have good news. According to research, this one daily behavior will contribute to a long, happy marriage. The findings came from analyzing data from 732 couples between the ages of 64- and 74-years-old. What is the behavior that contributes to a joyous marriage...
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February 3, 2024
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Middle School & Mental Health…Like Riding a Bike

by John Salmon
If you have a child in middle school or approaching middle school, you’ll want to know this information to help protect their mental health. You already know that middle school is a time of change and transition. Middle school age youth encounter transitions in their physical bodies, their social lives, and their sense of growing...
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