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Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. See David Thomas, Sissy Goff, and Arlene Pellicane live at the Parents Rising Conference on September 6, 2025 in San Diego. Tickets on sale now http://parentsrisingconference.com/ Do you tend to think about what might go wrong instead of what might go right? Negativity is our default mode and can be disastrous for a family, but what if bad can sometimes be leveraged for good in your home? The power of bad can actually be leveraged for good. Learn when bad really is bad, and when it actually serves as a useful consequence for kids. This is a message Arlene shared on Mother's Day at Bonita Valley Community Church in San Diego. You'll hear about: 4:40 Would you drink juice that had a sterilized cockroach dipped in it? 7:50 The negativity effect and what it does to your thinking 9:50 How many positive comments are needed to cancel out a negative one? 12:20 One billion users on TikTok 15:15 How light acts as a disinfectant 19:00 When bad is actually helpful 23:00 Do not let your children do anything that makes you dislike them 25:15 Study of reward and punishment for kids 29:00 Arlene is rapping??? 33:00 Heart cracking goodness Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, a speaker and author of several books including Making Marriage Easier, Screen Kids, and Parents Rising. She has been featured on FamilyLife Today, Focus on the Family, the Wall Street Journal, and The Today Show. She and her husband James have three children (two in college and one in high school). Learn more at Happy Home University https://happyhomeuniversity.com/ Tickets on sale now! You're invited to see Arlene live with David Thomas and Sissy Goff at the Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025 https://parentsrisingconference.com/ Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! Email speaking @ arlenepellicane.com Purchase the Storyteller's Bible HERE.

Have you heard some variation of this before? “Marriage is hard. It's unfair. One of you will always pull more weight. Marriage doesn't make you happy; it makes you miserable.” I'd like to push back against that pessimistic mindset. Yes, it's true that marriage can be challenging—but it can also be one of the greatest relationships you will experience!Marriage is certainly not easy, but it can be easier if we approach it the right way. Joining us to share her insights on doing just this is my friend, Arlene Pellicane. Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal, and Focus on the Family.In this episode, you'll hear:The four decisions that deeply impacted Arlene's marriageWhy you should silence your phone while spending time with your spouseThe benefits of trying something new togetherAnd more!I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Arlene, and she has so many great tips on how to make marriage easier.Find resources mentioned and more in the show notes: jillsavage.org/arlene-pellicane-246You're invited to our Transform Weekend June 6-8, 2025 or October 17-19, 2025. Learn more and register here.Check out our other resources: Mark and Jill's Marriage Story Marriage Coaching Marriage 2.0 Intensives Speaking Schedule Book Mark and Jill to Speak Online Courses Books Marriage Resources: Infidelity Recovery For Happy Marriages For Hurting Marriages For Marriages Where You're the Only One Wanting to Get Help Mom Resources: New/Preschool Moms Moms with Gradeschoolers Moms with Teens and Tweens Moms with Kids Who Are Launching Empty Nest...

The Iron Sharpens Iron Conference for Women is coming to Moline this weekend, and on Thursday, Seth and Deb visit with one of the keynote speakers, Arlene Pellicane. Arlene has authored many books, including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). Arlene is the speaker and host of The Happy Home Podcast. Ladies, get a sneak peek into her message for the upcoming equipping conference, and be encouraged with practical wisdom for building a happy home!Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wdlmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marriage isn't always easy, but what if we could make it easier? In today's episode, I sit down with Arlene Pellicane, author of Making Marriage Easier, to talk about the ups and downs of marriage, navigating grief and loss together, and how small intentional actions can reignite connection. Arlene shares her own love story—from longing for marriage as a young woman to waiting on God's timing and eventually walking through infertility and loss. She also gives practical tips on keeping fun and affection alive in marriage, communicating well, and choosing commitment even when emotions wane. Whether you're newly married or decades in, this conversation is full of wisdom, encouragement, and hope for making your marriage stronger.What You'll Learn in This Episode: • How waiting on God's timing shaped Arlene's view of marriage • The importance of processing grief together and marking moments of loss • Why affection and fun are vital to a thriving marriage (and how to cultivate both!) • The power of small daily actions that strengthen connection • How to move from transactional to intentional in your relationshipBio:Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books, including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). She is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week and has been happily married to her husband, James, for more than 25 years. Arlene earned her BA from Biola University and her master's in journalism from Regent University. Arlene lives with her family in San Diego.  Connect with Arlene:Website: www.arlenepellicane.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor***Call to Action:Loved this conversation? Share this episode with a friend and tag us on social media! Don't forget to leave a review—it helps more people find hope and encouragement for their marriages.

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Arlene Pellicane to discuss her thoughts on the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our daily lives, especially its impact on children, families, and the church. Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home Podcast, and author of several books including "Parents Rising," "31 Days to a Happy Husband," and "Screen Kids". Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox and Friends, "The Wall Street Journal," and Focus on the Family. She is definitely a “digital guru” for coaching future generations. From curated social media content influencing children's thoughts to AI-generated conversations replacing human connections, Arlene challenges us to stay informed and proactive when it comes to the use of AI in our lives. She emphasizes the importance of teaching children foundational skills and discernment, especially for the threatening possibility that AI can replace relationships and faith-centered guidance. Arlene shares a variety of resources and strategies for parents and ministry leaders to equip themselves with practical steps to navigate AI's influence on families and ministries for the future. To register for D6 Conference, visit To learn more from Arlene and find her resources, visit our website at Head over to to check out Elements Kids Worship Access AI in Khan Academy at Learn more about “AI Dilemma” here

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University.Liberty University can help you get there. Learn more here. What happens when you leave everything behind to sail around Africa with your three kids? Raeanne Newquist is here to talk about life on a Mercy Ship and seeing miracles firsthand. But you don't have to take a trip like this to support missions with your family. On today's show, you'll learn about: 3:41 Trusting God with the next move 6:20 How your kids can have a heart for the world 9:10 Going through challenges as a mom doing ministry 15:09 How we can involve our kids in reaching others for Christ 19:30 What is Mercy Ships all about? 27:40 How to trust God with hard decisions Raeanne Newquist along with her husband and 3 children joined Mercy Ships in 2019. After leaving everything behind in Southern California, they boarded the Africa Mercy in Las Palmas and made their first sail down to Dakar, Senegal for their first field service. On board, Raeanne volunteered in the communications department and later in chaplaincy. Currently, Raeanne works in the Mercy Ships U.S. Marketing department. Raeanne is the host of the New Mercies podcast, is the voice of the Mercy Minute daily radio broadcast and serves as a staff writer. Mercy Ships, founded in 1978, operates hospital ships that deliver free surgeries and other healthcare services to those with little access to safe medical care. Mercy Ships bases its work from its two hospital ships, the Africa Mercy®, which went into service in 2007, and the Global Mercy® — the world's first purpose-built civilian hospital ship—which began serving African nations in 2022. Find out more about Mercy Ships here https://www.mercyships.org/ To learn more about how you might serve on Mercy Ships, visit https://findyourplace.mercyships.org/immediate-needs/ Get your copy of Parents Rising here https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802416608/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Save the date: Arlene's next Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025 Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Liberty University can help you get there. Learn more here. In the whirlwind of modern parenting, it can be easy to lose sight of what's most important. It's time to get back on track to nurture authentic faith and relationship with God above all. Father of five, Barrett Johnson has a new book to help us, Disciple Them Like Jesus: Leading your kids the way Christ led the twelve. What can we learn from Jesus about connection, teaching, and modeling? You'll find out in today's conversation about: 2:45 Why is parenting so exhausting nowadays? 6:10 Your main priority as a parent is… 12:30 How do you disciple a child? 16:49 Noticing the little wins with your children 22:20 How dads can uniquely step in 28:00 How can we pass on a love of the Bible to our kids Barrett Johnson is the founder of I.N.F.O. for Families (Imperfect and Normal Families Only), a nonprofit that helps parents have critical conversations with their kids and much more. He and his wife Jenifer lead marriage and parenting events across the country. They have five children and seven grandchildren. Learn more about I.N.F.O. for Families here https://www.infoforfamilies.com/ Learn more about Barrett's new book, Disciple Them Like Jesus: Leading Your Kids the Way Christ Led the Twelve https://www.infoforfamilies.com/disciple-them-like-jesus Get your copy of Parents Rising here https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802416608/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Save the date: Arlene's next Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025 Get your free "Reset Your Tech" tip sheet and more free resources from Arlene https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Liberty University can help you get there. Learn more here. Are you facing a crisis or challenge in your family? Suffering isn't anything we volunteer for. Today's guest Rachel Wojo knows what it's like to suffer profound losses and cry out to God in desperation. She shares how you can embrace the power of prayer in life's darkest moments with lessons of hope from her new book, Desperate Prayers. In today's conversation, you'll learn about: 2:24 A mysterious envelope and an answered prayer 9:45 How suffering can bear fruit 12:25 Pain presents us with a choice, what will you choose? 17:52 If you want quick healing, start here 20:30 I didn't know how to move forward 23:38 God is a God of second chances 28:00 Our incredible adoption story Rachel Wojo is an inspirational author, speaker, and podcaster. Through her biblical approach and personal life experiences, Rachel empowers women to discover strength and hope in everyday situations. Despite enduring the loss of her mother, father, and adult special needs daughter, Rachel remains resilient. She is crazy in love with her husband Matt and cherishes her six children on earth and two in heaven. Learn more about Rachel Wojo and her book Desperate Prayers. https://rachelwojo.com/desperateprayers/ Get Rachel's free When You Can't Pray Guide https://rachelwojo.com/freebie-2/ Get your copy of Parents Rising here https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802416608/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Save the date: Arlene's next Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025 Get your free "Reset Your Tech" tip sheet and more free resources from Arlene https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribeHave a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Liberty University can help you get there. Learn more here. 10:00 Why self-esteem didn't deliver 12:15 Kids find fulfillment when they discover this 14:00 How to guide children to be respectful 16:30 Which is most important: humility, respect or resiliency? 18:00 A working definition of humility 21:10 Train, don't entertain 23:30 When a teenager goes sideways 25:00 My twins entered high school and I had a panic attack 29:00 Instilling courage through trying 32:00 Using persuasive pressure on kids Jill Garner is the founder of Manners of the Heart, a non-profit to re-awake respect in our society. She has been featured by Focus on the Family and FamilyLife Today. She is an accomplished speaker, advocate, and author. Learn more about Jill Garner and her non-profit, Manners of the Heart https://mannersoftheheart.org/ Learn more about Jill Garner and her latest book, StrongHeart: Cultivating Humility, Respect, and Resiliency in Your Child. https://jillgarnercontent.org/books Did you miss Reset Your Tech month? Go back to last month's episodes, and you can still get your free "Reset Your Tech" tip sheet https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Coming September 6, 2025 - Arlene's next Parents Rising Conference in San Diego. Save the date! Get your copy of Parents Rising here https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802416608/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com

How can moms stay sane and focused in everyday life? Arlene shares a special Mother's Day message to remind you of what's most important in raising your kiddos. Hint: It's not getting into the right college or getting them more followers on social media. How can you equip your kids for adulthood and do it with joy and purpose? In this message, Arlene talks about: 2:00 What are some things that wouldn't happen without mom? 4:20 Should I bring my child's tablet to school when he forgets it? 7:50 The boy Samuel grew in these ways 11:30 Helping your child do things they don't feel like doing 14:00 The true measure of success 17:50 Launching an adult who loves God doesn't happen by accident 21:45 A word to single moms Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, speaker, and author of several books including Screen Kids and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have three kids and live in San Diego. Visit Arlene's website: https://arlenepellicane.com/ Check out Arlene's video courses: https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/ Get Arlene's book 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0736963502/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com More Resources for Your Family: Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome

Looking for Christmas podcasts? We curated some of our favorite episodes just for you here! Get your free 25 Days of Christmas activity guide for your family here Wondering if you should wrap up that new phone for your child this Christmas? Before you do, listen to this episode as Arlene shares two big ideas for living in an intentional tech home. If you can use technology to help your kids and not hurt them, that will be a huge gift you can bring to your family this Christmas and beyond. Arlene talks about: 3:00 I had no intention of hurting her but I did 6:10 Don't wait for tech to clean up its act 9:10 Picture a snow globe. What would the ideal amount of tech in your home look like? 13:00 Tech as a last resort, not as a first resort 16:50 Wrap this instead of a phone up for Christmas 18:25 Delay, delay, delay - the longer, the better 23:00 Is your child's circadian rhythm working? 27:55 What do you want Christmas day to look like in your home with technology? 28:50 Does this help future me? 32:35 My suggested age(s) to get a smartphone Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, a speaker, and author of nine books including Parents Rising and Screen Kids. Learn more about Arlene on her website arlenepellicane.com and find out about her latest offerings at Happy Home University. You're invited to the Parents Rising Conference on March 2, 2024, in San Diego, CA. Speakers include Dr. Gary Chapman, Arlene, Bill and Pam Farrel, and Sally Burke. Early bird pricing is available now! happyhomeuniversity.com/conference More Resources for Your Family: Arlene's Free Marriage Webinar -- Get Unstuck in Your Marriage. If you feel stuck in a rut or you've just lost that lovin' feeling, register for Arlene's free marriage webinar here. Subscribe to Arlene's free email list to get tech news and more to help your home. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel @arlenehappyhome Special thanks to HireMyMom.com

Psychologist Dr. Ron Welch and his wife, Jan, outline several simple but highly effective decisions a husband and wife can make to nurture their marriage in a discussion based on his book 10 Choices Successful Couples Make: The Secret to Love That Lasts a Lifetime.   Then, parents, it's time to step up and be…a parent! Arlene Pellicane shares her fun stories and power-packed research to encourage you with nuts-and-bolts reminders of strong parenting—teaching respect, instilling character, and spending intentional time with their children.   Receive the book 10 Choices Successful Couples Make for your donation of any amount!   Have You Lost Hope in Your Marriage? For couples in crisis – you can still put the pieces of your marriage back together with Hope Restored.   Receive the book Parents Rising for your donation of any amount!   Five simple tips to help you thrive as a parent   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Arlene Pellicane shares fun stories and power-packed research to encourage you with nuts-and-bolts reminders of strong parenting—teaching respect, instilling character, and spending intentional time with your children.   Receive Arlene Pellicane's book "Parents Rising" and an audio download of "Raising Godly Children in Today's Culture" for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Summer is a few short weeks away! Planning ahead and being intentional about your time together will set you up for a successful summer with your family. My guest today is Arlene Pellicane. Arlene is the co-author of the popular book Screen Kids, along with Dr. Gary Chapman. She speaks and writes to impact and improve families, and she's here to share her expertise with us! You'll hear us talk about… Planning ahead for success Getting your kids involved Creating a technology plan Resetting your own screen time What to do when plans fail Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal and Focus on the Family. She lives in San Diego with her husband, James, and their three children.   GET ALL THE SHOW NOTES   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about your faith, business, and relationships? Look no further than the Simply Wholehearted Podcast! Join certified Marriage and Family Enneagram Coach Amy Wicks as she shares stories, expert advice, and practical tips to help you thrive in business, relationships, and personal growth. With nearly 300 episodes and six years of experience, the Simply Wholehearted Podcast is the ultimate destination for anyone looking for tools and insights to overcome anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm. Plus, don't miss out on her special podcast playlist for each Enneagram type. Grab yours here: https://www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagrampodcastplaylist.  Find The Simply Wholehearted Podcast on your favorite listening app and start living your best-wholehearted life!   CONNECT WITH GIRLS TALKING LIFE Get the GTL Newsletter | Instagram | Facebook

On today's episode of Mother Daughter Connections®, I'm joined by author, speaker, and host of The Happy Home Podcast, Arlene Pellicane.   Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, Screen Kids., and Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life.   Arlene has been interviewed on numerous radio programs, written for several national magazines, and appeared in major media outlets including the Today Show, Fox & Friends, and The Wall Street Journal.   Arlene earned her BA from Biola University and her MA from Regent University.   Arlene lives in San Diego with her husband James, their 3 kids, and goldendoodle, Winston.     Today, Arlene and I discuss  . . . How to establish a healthy HABIT with technology. The #1 Misconception that Moms have about technology. How to use technology to build a relationship with your daughter.   …and a WHOLE LOT MORE! __________________________________   To Connect With Arlene:   Podcast: The Happy Home Podcast   Website: www.arlenepellicane.com   YouTube Resource: Screen Kids In Their Own Words   ____________________________________________________________________________   Got Coffee? Then Let's Get To Know Each Other

Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal and Focus on the Family. Arlene lives in San Diego with her husband James and their three children.  To learn more, visit her website at ArlenePellicane.com and check out her masterclasses at HappyHomeUniversity.com Arlene's Instagram | Arlene's WebsiteThings mentioned in today's episode:Arlene's booksScreen Kids filmIs screen time a problem? Join our Retro Prayer Life Challenge!The concept is simple, trade one hour a day on your phone for one hour in prayer. We're joining together to unbury our best prayer life from all the distractions (especially screens!) in our way. Sign up HERE + get a free sample of the challenge that starts January 23rd!Want a journal designed to help you focus in prayer? Try our monthly format designed to be filled out once at the beginning of the month really intentionally. Then you can pick up daily to pray over several things on your list! Check out our brand new linen journals in the shop now! 

You know the popular song Silent Night, but you probably haven't had much silence lately. In today's 25 Days of Christmas message, Arlene shares the story of Zechariah, a supporting cast member of the Christmas story found in Luke 2. His prayers were about to be answered about two long awaited sons - one was his own son who would become John the Baptist. The other was Jesus who would become the Messiah the Jews had been waiting for hundreds of years. Zechariah would be struck deaf and dumb as a sign of this promise. What did he learn in this silence? What might we learn by being still before God? 3:10 This was the worst day… 4:00 Who is Zechariah in the Christmas story? 5:15 I did my part God, but you didn't do your part 7:00 Zechariah did his priestly duty even though he was sad 9:30 Friend, God has heard your prayer 13:00 Zechariah got a sign, probably not what he was expecting 16:00 Our limitations unleash God's power. 18:44 His name will be… 19:50 His story becomes a faith point for other people 22:45 The approachability of Jesus and the holiness of God Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home, speaker and author of books like Screen Kids, Parents Rising, and 31 Days to a Happy Husband. It's not too late to pick up a few family activities and family devotions from Arlene's free guide, The 25 Days of Christmas. Get it here today at happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe

You know the popular song Silent Night, but you probably haven't had much silence lately. In today's 25 Days of Christmas message, Arlene shares the story of Zechariah, a supporting cast member of the Christmas story found in Luke 2. His prayers were about to be answered about two long awaited sons - one was his own son who would become John the Baptist. The other was Jesus who would become the Messiah the Jews had been waiting for hundreds of years. Zechariah would be struck deaf and dumb as a sign of this promise. What did he learn in this silence? What might we learn by being still before God? 3:10 This was the worst day… 4:00 Who is Zechariah in the Christmas story? 5:15 I did my part God, but you didn't do your part 7:00 Zechariah did his priestly duty even though he was sad 9:30 Friend, God has heard your prayer 13:00 Zechariah got a sign, probably not what he was expecting 16:00 Our limitations unleash God's power. 18:44 His name will be… 19:50 His story becomes a faith point for other people 22:45 The approachability of Jesus and the holiness of God Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home, speaker and author of books like Screen Kids, Parents Rising, and 31 Days to a Happy Husband. It's not too late to pick up a few family activities and family devotions from Arlene's free guide, The 25 Days of Christmas. Get it here today at happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe

Loving your kids is very important, but so is loving your spouse. How can you invest in your marriage this week? It's worth the effort to get closer to your spouse because a strong marriage makes a strong family. It can be easier to talk about parenting and sweep your marriage issues under the rug. On today's episode, Arlene shares a few things she has learned about marriage. You'll learn: 3:40 Here's the weird thing that happened to me in spin class 6:20 Providing stability to your kids 7:25 We don't live in a committed culture 9:00 Think of commitment like this, not that 11:40 I would be considerate to my spouse if he was considerate to me… 15:00 What's one thing you could do for your spouse today? 16:00 But my spouse is no longer novel or interesting… 18:00 My husband's glucose kick 19:50 Create more wonder in your marriage like this (check out Bill Farrel's interview in the archives) 22:00 Advice for stepfamilies (check out past interviews with Ron Deal and/or Laura Petherbridge in the archives) 24:00 Dropping off our oldest to college with tears If you want to learn more, read Arlene's book 31 Days to a Happy Husband. You can also take the masterclass here: happyhomeuniversity.com/happyhusband Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, speaker, and author of several books including Parents Rising and Screen Kids. The Happy Home is sponsored in part by Talk About. Use Promo Code HAPPYHOME to get 1 month free at TalkAboutDiscipleship.com.

Loving your kids is very important, but so is loving your spouse. How can you invest in your marriage this week? It's worth the effort to get closer to your spouse because a strong marriage makes a strong family. It can be easier to talk about parenting and sweep your marriage issues under the rug. On today's episode, Arlene shares a few things she has learned about marriage. You'll learn: 3:40 Here's the weird thing that happened to me in spin class 6:20 Providing stability to your kids 7:25 We don't live in a committed culture 9:00 Think of commitment like this, not that 11:40 I would be considerate to my spouse if he was considerate to me… 15:00 What's one thing you could do for your spouse today? 16:00 But my spouse is no longer novel or interesting… 18:00 My husband's glucose kick 19:50 Create more wonder in your marriage like this (check out Bill Farrel's interview in the archives) 22:00 Advice for stepfamilies (check out past interviews with Ron Deal and/or Laura Petherbridge in the archives) 24:00 Dropping off our oldest to college with tears If you want to learn more, read Arlene's book 31 Days to a Happy Husband. You can also take the masterclass here: happyhomeuniversity.com/happyhusband Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, speaker, and author of several books including Parents Rising and Screen Kids. The Happy Home is sponsored in part by Talk About. Use Promo Code HAPPYHOME to get 1 month free at TalkAboutDiscipleship.com.

If you listen to Christian music, you've probably heard songs by today's guest Colton Dixon. This award winning musician is here to talk about becoming a father, the miracle he experienced with his twin baby girl, and how you can experience more of the supernatural in your family. Colton is featured on LIVE + LOCAL, a new show on Pure Flix. In today's interview, you'll learn: 2:30 Being on American Idol compared to becoming a father 4:30 Delivering the twins - we had huge complications 7:00 Needing a family miracle, blocking out fear, choosing faith 10:20 A funny place Arlene heard Colton's song Miracles… 11:00 The story behind Colton's new song, Build a Boat 12:50 If you're going through a dry season as a family… 14:00 Highs and lows in Colton's career, how can we help our kids with disappointment? 18:50 Colton's confession about taping for a new show, LIVE + LOCAL on Pure Flix 20:45 Working with Dave Coulier, Uncle Joey from Full House 22:30 Teens expressing themselves through fashion - what's okay? What's too much? 24:30 What can we do as parents about music with bad lyrics? 28:00 My daughters Athens and Dior living up to their names Colton Dixon has released three No1 albums and his music has been streamed more than 100 million times. He's been awarded 2 Dove Awards and KLOVE nominations. You can watch Colton guest star on the show LIVE + LOCAL, now streaming on Pure Flix. Learn more about Colton Dixon on his website ColtonDixon.com Find more about Arlene Pellicane's book and masterclass, Screen Kids happyhomeuniversity.com

The ideal mom is often portrayed in an impossible light, leaving the rest of us feeling lost and inferior. There are myths that moms are pressured into believing. On today's podcast, Arlene Pellicane shares three myths moms tend to fall for. You'll learn how to spot these myths and debunk them. Living in the light of God's truth makes your heart lighter - and that's going to bless your children. In today's message originally given at the Sisterhood Summit with GEMS Girls Clubs, you'll learn: 3:00 Arlene's childhood bully at recess 3:30 Myth #1: I am not beautiful. 5:30 What you are going to say to yourself when you look in the mirror 6:00 Findings from a study of girls about their ideas of beauty 11:50 Social media is dangerous when we compare and despair 13:50 Myth #2: I have a terrible body. 16:00 Arlene's confession about stealing her son's cookies 22:10 Myth #3: I don't have enough time. 26:30 How to save time on social media 27:50 Ask this question before you grab your phone, laptop, device 31:00 It's not about time management, it's about energy management Learn more about GEMS Girls Clubs at gemsgc.org Get Arlene's book, 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom arlenepellicane.com

"Emotionally mature" may not the words you use to describe your son. Maybe your boy is prone to outbursts, or rarely says more than one sentence at a time. Counselor and author David Thomas is here to help us nurture and raise emotionally strong boys. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:30 How can we understand our boys better by using the Incredible Hulk? 5:00 Teach these three R's to your kids so they can regulate themselves, going from stressed to settled 7:00 Work things out for yourself out loud so your child can hear how you manage stress and problems without angry outbursts 9:10 Boys funnel emotions through anger; they are more physical than girls (hitting walls, biting, etc) 11:00 How a walk, run, and movement can help your son regulate emotions 13:30 How to respond according to research when your boy says, “But I want to play my video game, it helps me calm down.” 15:00 Creating a top five list of regulation strategies 17:20 Emotional vocabulary chart - how to get one for free 19:45 The difference between saying “I am depressed” versus “I feel sad” 22:30 Suicidal ideations - how can you tell if your child is serious? 24:30 Adult men lead some of the scariest stats out there - including suicide 27:50 Practice this exercise to put events in perspective (so they know losing homework isn't the end of the world) David Thomas is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN and the coauthor of 10 books. He and his fellow counselor Sissy Goff co-host the podcast Raising Boys and Girls. David's newest book is Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life. Find out more about David Thomas and his book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys at RaisingBoysandGirls.com Take the free quiz, "Is my child getting too much screen time?" at HappyHomeUniversity.com

It's challenging to raise confident girls in this social media age. What if you are struggling with confidence yourself as a mom? How can women and girls develop godly confidence and courage? In today's conversation with author and mom Terra Mattson, you'll learn: 2:50 What are you seeing repeated again and again in your counseling practice with girls? 4:50 Letting go of performance based thinking 6:30 When a boy asks your daughter for an inappropriate photo…do this 9:00 Talking with your daughter about wanting to be liked and the fear of losing friends (negative peer pressure) 11:30 What are red light, yellow light, green light friendships? 13:10 My struggle with bulimia and what I learned 16:30 The lost art of confession 17:45 How can we encourage our girl who is scared to go to school, or scared to face a mean girl? 19:30 Going on dates with your daughter, having intentional time 23:00 What are some signs that my daughter needs extra help like counseling? Terra Mattson has 20 plus years of experience as a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist. Terra and her husband Jeff founded Living Wholehearted, a counseling and organizational development firm helping people live and lead with integrity. Terra's book is Courageous: Raising Daughters Rooted in Grace. Learn more at her website. TerraMattson.com Terra also has a video course, Helping Mom Raise Confident Daughters. Learn more here. Is your child getting too much screen time? Take the free quiz at HappyHomeUniversity.com

How do you engage your sorrow when the world tells you it's time to move on? Young widow Clarissa Moll shares her story of loss and the brutal truth about living with grief. Yet somehow she has found deep joy. In her book, Beyond the Darkness: A Gentle Guide for Living with Grief & Thriving After Loss, Clarissa points your heart towards hope. Whether you have lost someone through death or divorce, or you are experiencing a painful situation, this conversation will speak to you. You'll learn: 3:00 How do you cope when your story is drastically different than you had hoped? 5:00 Receiving the tragic news of her husband's death 7:30 Talking to kids about death with real words (not figures of speech) 10:00 How do you journey through your day with grief constantly showing up? 13:00 How to know when you need to reach out to others for help 17:20 The irony of her husband's last book which was about the art of dying 22:00 How do you still find comfort after the cards and flowers of consolation have ceased? 23:50 Talking about the deceased with your kids in a healthy way 25:25 The heart compared to a classroom - a brilliant comparison 27:00 Your husband died - this didn't destroy your faith. It strengthened it. How did this happen? 28:30 What happened to her wedding ring Clarissa Moll (MA, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is an author, a podcaster, and the young widow of author Rob Moll. Clarissa's writing has appeared in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, RELEVANT, Modern Loss, Grief Digest and more. Her husband's first book, The Art of Dying, was released in April 2021 with Clarissa's new afterword. Clarissa's debut book is Beyond the Darkness: A Gentle Guide for Walking with Grief and Thriving After Loss. Learn more about Clarissa on her website ClarissaMoll.com Get your free monthly resource for your home from Arlene at Happy Home University. HappyHomeUniversity.com

Following Jesus is counter-cultural as we live in a time that chases fame, sheds traditional values, and shames those who don't fall in line. Hot button topics such as bullying, social media, loneliness, porn, anxiety, and defending Biblical views at school, online and with friends are all addressed in Sean McDowell's new book, A Rebel's Manifesto: Choosing Truth, Real Justice, and Love amid the Noise of Today's World. In today's very helpful conversation for parents, you'll learn: 3:00 What is a rebel's manifesto about? What does it look like to be a rebel today? 4:30 How can you disagree with people and still like them? 7:41 What if your child has to do something immoral for a school assignment? 9:52 About public education in California 12:00 Take this advice about being involved in your child's education 13:14 How do you respond to statements like: Who are you to judge me? 15:00 How do you respond to: You should not force your morals on me. 16:30 What if you are called a hater if you believe in marriage between a man and woman? 17:00 What if your child is labeled a hater? 20:00 What are unique challenges to Gen Z? 23:30 What does research say about the power of parents to influence our kids? 25:50 Tell me about Summit Ministries and why it's so influential for teens Sean McDowell is an author, speaker, and associate professor at Talbot School of Theology at Biola. He has two masters degrees and a PhD in apologetics and worldview studies. He's authored or edited more than 18 books. He married his high school sweetheart Stephanie and they have three children. His newest book is A Rebel's Manifesto. Learn more at his website SeanMcdowell.org Want to learn more about Summit Ministries where Sean often speaks? Visit Summit.org Spending too much time on screens this summer? My book Screen Kids co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman will help, along with the masterclass. Find out more at HappyHomeUniversity.com

Are you tired of the screen time battles in your home? If you're constantly managing fights between your kids, meltdowns, or saying "put that away!" it may be time for a digital detox. Author and mom of six Molly DeFrank shares her family's journey of unplugging and outlines a detailed plan for you to do the same. Today's conversation is about: 2:30 Mother has had it! The birth of the digital detox 5:00 How do you present the digital detox to your kids? What does that talk sound like? 7:30 What are signs that your children need a detox from devices? 9:00 Mom, say this when your kids say I'm bored 12:00 The best part of the detox is noticing your child's specific talents and interests 15:20 Do parents have to join the digital detox? If so, how? 17:30 Kids from foster care - adapting the digital detox for them 22:00 Here's how you can continue the digital detox long term 25:20 You don't have to be organized or a planner to do this digital detox because… Molly DeFrank is the mama of the digital detox. She's a stay home mom and foster mom of six kids ages 12 and under. She's been a guest on Good Morning America and her new book is Digital Detox: The 2 week tech reset for kids. Find out more on Molly's website Visit Happy Home University to subscribe to Arlene's free family monthly resources. The Happy Home is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/HappyHome

This is the perfect episode to help you understand your son and/or your husband better! What are the 5 masculine instincts? This week's guest, pastor and author Chase Replogle is here to explain what these instincts are and how to leverage them for good. In today's conversation, we're talking about: 3:00 What can we learn from Shakespeare's stages of a man? 4:25 Instincts - are they good or bad? 6:00 The example of Cain and the instinct of sarcasm 9:30 How can we nudge our son to care instead of check out? 10:30 A working definition of humility: self-suspicion 14:30 What is C.S. Lewis talking about in the Abolition of Man when he refers to chestless men? 18:30 How can we make church more attractive for men? For boys? 22:00 Hunting for turkeys! 25:00 Men need adventures, extremes of too much adventure or too little (apathy) 27:00 The call of God on Samson's life - the need to watch our spiritual lives carefully Chase Replogle is a pastor and author of the 5 Masculine Instincts. He's pastored the Bent Oak Church in Springfield Missouri for 10 years. He is the host of the Pastor Writer podcast, a native of the Ozark woods, and he enjoys being outdoors with his wife and two kids. Find out more at pastorwriter.com. Do you have a happy husband? Take the free quiz at Happy Home University.

Pornography is not what it used to be. Much more than just photos of unclothed adults, it's more violent and prevalent than ever. How can you keep your kids safe online? Expert and author Dr. John Foubert is here to explain how pornography is affecting the brains, hearts and future families of children and teens. On today's episode you'll learn: 3:00 What is happening in a child's brain when they see pornography? 4:50 Can a brain reset back to a healthy level after porn use? 5:20 Why is porn especially dangerous to tween and teens? 7:10 How soon do you talk to your kids about this subject? 10:20 From 2008-2011, exposure to kids under 13 rose from 14% to 49% 13:00 What do studies show between the link between porn and sexual violence? 15:00 How should you respond when you catch your child looking at pictures of naked people? 16:20 Did you know there is a link between porn and depression and anxiety? 18:00 The physical damages that happen to kids when they view porn 21:50 How to best talk with your kids about porn in a way they will want to listen to you Today's guest Dr. John Foubert is a thought leader who has testified before Congress and has been called on by the White House and the Pentagon about how to end sexual violence. He's been a guest on CNN and NPR and is cited regularly in papers like the NY Times, US News and World Report, and the Washington Post. Dr. Foubert's newest book is Protecting Your Children from Internet Pornography - understanding the science, risks, and ways to protect your kids. Learn more about Dr. John Foubert on his website. Visit Happy Home University for Arlene's free monthly resource.

How can you get your teen girl more engaged with the Bible? Mom of three girls and founder of the ministry Love God Greatly, Angela Perritt, is here to share her enthusiasm for studying the Bible and how you can pass that love to your children and teenagers. We're talking about her new study Bible, the Young Women Love God Greatly Bible. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 5:00 How you can give girls a wider view of the world, a love for other nations 7:10 How to encourage kids who follow God because they WANT to, not because they HAVE to 9:00 What can a mom do to nudge a daughter to read God's Word when she is not interested? 10:50 How can a Bible reading plan be a game changer in your family? 12:00 How do you apply the “SOAP” method of studying the Bible? 15:00 Let's talk about the difference between reading the Bible in print or on the phone 17:50 This is one of the biggest lies this generation of girls is hearing 23:00 How can church history help our kids to be bolder about their faith? 26:00 Words of advice to moms who want to start a non-profit, ministry, or business Angela Perritt is the founder and director of LoveGodGreatly.com, a nonprofit online Bible study ministry reaching thousands of women in over 200 countries around the world with God's Word through their translated Bible studies. Angela and her husband live in Dallas with their three daughters. Today we talked about her Young Women Love God Greatly Bible (it's a BEAUTIFUL study Bible). Find it here: lovegodgreatly.com Visit Happy Home University to subscribe to Arlene's email list and receive your free monthly resource, Five Stress Busters for Mom.

Over a half a million readers have joined the journey of Instagram sensations Ashley and Dino Petrone (@ArrowsandBow). They share the adventures, mishaps, and joys of marriage and parenting through the lens of interior design. In their debut book, Designed to Last, you'll hear about their experience living in a 800 square foot trailer with their family of five. In today's fun interview, you'll hear: 2:30 How they rushed into marriage - thanks to their moms 4:00 Ashley: "I had no idea I married a gamer." 5:50 What if dad is playing video games with the kids and mom is concerned about it? 8:10 Wives, instead of nagging, do this... 11:55 How did you go from obsession to moderation when it comes to video games? 14:35 Why did you move your family of five into an RV? 16:30 Was it hard to sell all your things? 17:50 How did your kids like living in the RV? What did they think about having just a few things each? 19:00 After moving out of the RV, how did you keep the same close family vibe going? 21:00 Why the Instagram name Arrows and Bow? 22:00 Advice for the aspiring mom entrepreneur 25:00 How do you complement each other in business and in life? 25:50 Social media as a business, but not as something we want our kids on 28:40 Our rhythms to keep social media in check Ashley and Dino Petrone have been married since 2006 and make their home in Florida with their four kids (baby added since the RV!). Ashley began her popular Instagram account @ArrowsandBow as a way to document her home-design journey. Dino is a senior engineer and Ashley is a full-time mom, blogger, and interior designer. Visit them online and check out their book Designed to Last at arrowsandbow.com. Visit Happy Home University to subscribe to Arlene's email list and receive your free monthly resource, Five Stress Busters for Mom.

Moms can have lots of questions for God. Why are my kids facing certain challenges? What college should my child attend? How do I get my child to stop talking back? When we can bring our honest requests to God and surrender outcomes to Him - there is freedom and an open invitation for God to do His best work. In this special message in preparation for Mother's Day, Arlene looks at the life of Hannah in the Old Testament. What can we learn from her prayer of surrender? Arlene will talk about: 2:00 When your child says, “Make me!” 7:00 Living in a time of moral decay 9:40 Showdown: Hannah versus Penninah 11:45 Moms should neither boast too much about their kids nor belittle them 15:00 When you feel like you're not enough 20:00 Hannah prays a prayer that changes everything 23:00 When you weep before God, He will comfort you 24:00 Did you know there's a physical difference between the tears you cry when chopping onions and the tears you cry when you are sad? 25:00 How to rejoice even before your prayer is answered 32:00 Trusting God while you are waiting for God to fulfill His promises to your family Get Arlene's free Five Stress Busters for Moms at Happy Home University by subscribing to her email list.

Overworked mom of ten Tricia Goyer thought she had to have it all together. Yet during a season of messiness, failure and chaos, Tricia felt God speaking overwhelming love in her life. In the search for being "heart happy" (living with joy and peace), Tricia found that intentional habits and time invested with God brought the renewal she craved. In this conversation about Tricia's new book, Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God's Love During Chaotic Circumstances, you'll learn: 3:30 What does it mean to have a happy heart? 4:20 Tricia's background starting out as a single mom, getting married, having 10 kids, foster care… 6:50 Don't interrupt mama when she's having her Jesus time (cause she needs that Jesus time!!!) 8:00 How to spend time with God when you're raising young kids and life is crazy 12:45 You don't have to have the right response exactly when something happens. You can wait and respond later. 13:45 Taking time for soul care - a few ideas to nourish and reset 17:00 There's nothing you can do to make God love you more (getting out of performance mode) 19:50 Cooking for a BIG family and how to use the time in the kitchen creatively 21:00 Reconciling the hurts of the past with a happy heart - dealing with father wounds 26:30 Specific advice for single moms Tricia Goyer is a busy mom of ten, grandmother of many, and wife to John. A USA-Today bestselling author, she has published 75 books. Learn more about her newest book, Heart Happy .

When you argue about money with your spouse, do you need a therapist or financial planner? Researcher and author Shaunti Feldhahn and her husband Jeff spent three years on a national research project on love and money. They found that conflict about money usually isn't about money at all. In this conversation with Shaunti about her book, Thriving in Love & Money, you'll find out: 3:30 Why most couples can't talk about money 5:30 What to do when you're not on the same page about money 6:30 If you are having tension around money, it's probably not about the money. It's about how money makes you feel. 9:20 What if one spouse is a saver and one is a spender? 13:00 Talking through regrets over past purchases 18:20 What if I want to be the boss over how my income is used (let's do what I want to do!)? 22:50 How to start having conversations about money when you want to talk but your spouse doesn't 24:20 Shaunti's funny money confession! 30:00 Gut level fears being triggered by money - what's the difference between men and women? Shaunti (and her husband Jeff) Feldhahn are bestselling authors, renowed social researchers, and popular speakers. Both with professional degrees from Harvard (where they met), their books have sold 3 million copies in 25 languages. Learn more about Shaunti at her website https://shaunti.com/ Take the free money assessment or get the book Thriving in Love and Money Save $50 on Arlene's Happy Husband masterclass by using the promo code HAPPY

This week Amy and Mike talk with author and podcast host Arlene Pellicane about kids and technology and her book with Gary Chapman, Screen Kids. Has Technology Taken Over Your Home? In this digital age, children spend more time interacting with screens and less time playing outside, reading a book, or interacting with family. Though technology has its benefits, it also has its harms. In Screen Kids Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane will empower you with the tools you need to make positive changes. Through stories, science, and wisdom, you'll discover how to take back your home from an overdependence on screens. Plus, you'll learn to teach the five A+ skills that every child needs to master: affection, appreciation, anger management, apology, and attention. Learn how to: Protect and nurture your child's growing brain Establish simple boundaries that make a huge difference Recognize the warning signs of gaming too much Raise a child who won't gauge success through social media Teach your child to be safe online This newly revised edition features the latest research and interactive assessments, so you can best confront the issues technology create in your home. Now is the time to equip your child with a healthy relationship with screens and an even healthier relationship with others. Pellicane is the author of nine books (including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Screen Kids co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman), speaker, and host of the Happy Home podcast.

Ever feel like you are in the minority as a Christian? As mainstream culture grows more hostile towards faith, the Bible, and followers of Christ, how can you prepare your kids to live differently than their friends? Mom and author Natasha Crain is here to help us stand strong in our biblical beliefs and behave "Faithfully Different," the title of her latest book. It's estimated that fewer than 10 percent of Americans have a biblical worldview. In this conversation, you'll learn: 3:00 What does “worldview” mean and is it even applicable to kids? 5:50 How to start talking about creation and God with your young kids 7:00 Your child can't see God, so how do you answer questions about His existence? 8:50 If you are a Bible believing Christian, you are now in the minority in America 12:45 How can you recognize progressive Christianity? 16:50 What are negative, subtle influences you must be aware of as a parent? 18:10 What happens to a society when feelings become the ultimate guide? 22:00 Here's how to engage in the culture with courage and joy, not fear 28:00 This is how you prepare your kids to stand in faith when they are in the minority 31:00 How to respond when your teens say, “Oh, you're old, you don't get the culture” Natasha Crain is a speaker, author, podcaster and homeschooling mom of three. She is passionate about helping Christians think more clearly about holding to a biblical worldview in the midst of a secular society. Natasha holds an MBA in Marketing and Statistics from UCLA, a BA in Economics from USC, and a certificate in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Learn more about her new book, Faithfully Different. Be faithfully different when it comes to screen time. Take Arlene's Screen Kids masterclass and save $50 with the promo code HAPPY

Do you feel comfortable talking with your kids about faith and science? Today's guest, Passion founder Louie Giglio, reminds us that God can handle scientific scrutiny as He is the creator of all things. In his new book for kids, The Wonder of Creation, you'll find a great resource to share the world of science with your child from a Biblical worldview. We'll also talk about developing a passion for Christ that lasts. Today you will learn: 5:30 The more is discovered in the universe, the more we see intelligent design 6:00 It's okay to say, "I don't know the answer to that. Let's find out." 7:00 Let's dismantle the wall between God and science 9:45 Show your kids the James Webb telescope 10:50 Why you must begin with Genesis 1:1 for children 12:30 Valuing your children but not making them the center of the universe 14:45 Putting down screens and getting outside instead 18:00 How can we raise a worshipper? The power of a dad to influence his kids to follow Jesus 21:00 Your heart can still burn for God in your 40s, 50s, 60s 24:40 Prepare your kids for what the values they will learn in college so it will not rattle them to the core 27:00 Worldview is set young - don't wait - get your young kids in a worship environment Learn more about Louie Giglio's new book, The Wonder of Creation Need help with your child's media choices? Read Arlene's book co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kids and visit Happy Home University to take the free quiz - Is my child getting too much screen time?

If you've ever watched Veggie Tales with your kids, you have seen Larry the Cucumber. The voice of Larry and co-creator of Veggie Tales, Mike Nawrocki, is here to help us share Bible stories with our kids consistently and creatively. He and Amy Parker have a new children's book, The Bible for Me - Bible Stories and Prayers that you are going to love. Plus Larry the Cucumber and a surprise guest make an appearance. Today you're going to learn: 3:00 How old do kids need to be to understand Bible stories? 7:00 Benefits of reading versus watching animation 8:10 Book suggestions to read with your older kids 9:10 How do you raise a child who loves reading? 12:20 The connection between what your child is watching and worldview 17:00 The Bible and learning it for a lifetime 19:00 How can we foster creativity in kids 22:00 Advice for kids who are interested in being a voice actor Learn more about Mike Nawrocki's new book, The Bible for Me - Bible Stories and Prayers Need help with your child's media choices? Read Arlene's book co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kids and visit Happy Home University to take the free quiz - Is my child getting too much screen time?

At what age can you safely introduce screens to your kids? Arlene Pellicane shares about ages and stages, examining screen time for babies through five years old. You'll learn what's happening in your child developmentally in the first five years, how to implement AAP recommendations for screen time, and if video chatting is okay for babies. Is tech more good or bad for teeny tiny littles? By the end of this conversation, you'll understand: 4:00 Physical and cognitive milestones for babies and toddlers 6:05 What does the AAP recommend for screen time? Do babies acquire anything meaningful from screen time? 8:00 “Kids need to engage the world in which they actually live.” - Dr. Dimitri Christakis 9:00 Is video chatting for babies okay? 13:30 Help for discerning what is quality programming 15:30 Mister Rogers vs. Paw Patrol 19:30 The dumber the toy, the smarter the child 22:20 Will my child be at a disadvantage if he or she doesn't play with a tablet? 25:50 Ideas for working from home with littles (without help of devices for babysitting) 30:00 The upside of old tech (hello DVD player!) Learn more from Arlene's book co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kids. Visit Happy Home University to take the quiz, "Does my child have too much screen time?" Learn more from the nonprofit Children and Screens (they offer free webinars for parents).

Have you seen someone wearing a t-shirt, "Sorry, Not Sorry"? As a culture, we are getting good at shifting blame and defending ourselves instead of taking responsibility when we do something wrong. Dr. Jennifer Thomas has teamed up with Dr. Gary Chapman to develop the Five Apology Languages. How can you teach your kids how to apologize? You'll learn how to use apologies to repair your most important relationships. In today's interview with Dr. Jennifer Thomas, you'll understand: 4:30 What are people looking for in an apology? 5:27 What are the five apology languages? 10:30 Role play: how would I use these five apology languages if I wanted to apologize for yelling at my kids? 15:00 Might you have a problem with over-apologizing? 18:20 How do you help young kids learn how to apologize? What is better to say than “I'm sorry”? 20:00 How to help your kids save face during the apology 23:00 We live in a “sorry, not sorry” culture - how can we teach kids that apologies are important? 24:30 How do you know when to apologize by text or when to apologize face to face? 27:50 How can we reach out to our estranged family members? What if we are not sincerely sorry but we want to connect? Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Thomas is a motivational speaker specializing in the five love languages and communication. Learn more about her book The Five Apology Languages (co-authored with Gary Chapman). Interested in getting closer to your spouse this month? Take the 7 Day Romance Challenge, download it for free at HappyHomeUniversity.com

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What do you do if your husband isn't living up to your expectations? Many wives don't know what to do with their disappointment and how to nudge their husbands to change. Clinical psychologist Dr. Juli Slattery says your efforts to fix your marriage may actually be undermining it. Find out more as Dr. Juli Slattery talks about her book, Finding the Hero in Your Husband. You'll hear: 4:20 A challenge that all wives face 5:20 What is the cycle of intimacy? And how do we get into that cycle? 7:00 What is the cycle of self-protection? 8:30 What if I don't feel valued by my husband? 11:30 How has submission been misapplied? What does Biblical submission look like? 15:20 Why is physical intimacy such a struggle for many marriages? 22:15 But I want to be the boss of the relationship… Learn more about Dr. Juli Slattery and her book, Finding the Hero in Your Husband. Interested in getting closer to your spouse this month? Take the 7 Day Romance Challenge, download it for free at HappyHomeUniversity.com

Stacey Morgan kissed her husband goodbye before he donned his space suit and headed to his Soyuz rocket headed for the International Space Station. What's it like having a husband in space? Based on her new book, The Astronaut's Wife, Stacey will share how you can choose hope in the face of fear, and prepare for any mission or adventure life throws at your family. You'll laugh as she confesses that prior to her hubby becoming an astronaut, everything she knew about space she learned from Tom Hanks. On the interview: 1:30 My husband never planned to be an astronaut... 5:00 Welcome to the Cosmodrone 10:00 Countdown to space 15:00 How to overcome that fear of losing your loved one 18:00 Being the rookie mom - how to make new friends when you feel excluded 22:00 An unusual and wonderful way to help single parents 27:00 Keeping in touch when you're physically separated (calls to the International Space Station) 31:00 What have your kids picked up about faith and adventure? Learn more about Stacey Morgan and her book The Astronaut's Wife. Interested in getting closer to your spouse this month (after all, he's probably not in space!)? Take the 7 Day Romance Challenge, download it for free at HappyHomeUniversity.com

Maybe you have a teenager or you're going to have a teenager someday. The transition between childhood and adulthood can be a bumpy one. My friend Dr. Gary Chapman, beloved author of The 5 Love Languages, has raised two kids of his own and counseled countless families in his 40 plus years in ministry. Based on his new book, Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became a Teenager, Dr. Chapman will share on this episode:3:00 What if my teen is always arguing with me?4:30 What if my teen doesn't want to go to church anymore?6:20 Why isn't my teen as talkative as he or she used to be?8:30 Raising teens who are responsible10:30 What if my teen is totally unmotivated?15:00 Talking about intimacy and relationships18:00 How to deal with anger and your teen28:00 Providing guidance for the future Learn more about Dr. Chapman and his book Things I Wish I'd Known Before My Child Became a Teenager at his website, 5lovelanguages.com And remember this month...Arlene's Screen Kids Masterclass is $125 off, just use the promo code RESTART22 at HappyHomeUniversity.com

Today's guest Bonnie Gray endured panic attacks, anxiety, and depression for years – all rooted in her traumatic childhood. As an adult, Bonnie embraced her identity as God's beloved child, and healing began. How did she do it? In today's conversation you'll learn about: 3:30 Bonnie's birth to a mail order bride from Hong Kong and a bus boy in San Francisco's Chinatown 8:00 When I told my kids about my family secrets 10:30 My dad never came back 12:00 This journey was for me, going back to what the little girl went through 14:00 I chose the hardest story to tell my boys first 19:30 Panic attacks and faith 24:00 How do you explain PTSD to your spouse? 25:00 How to use ten minutes to lessen your anxiety 28:00 Meeting my dad again Bonnie Gray is a soul care expert and host of a wellness podcast entitled Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast. Her latest and most personal book is Sweet Like Jasmine: Finding Identity in a Culture of Loneliness. And remember this month...Arlene's Screen Kids Masterclass is $125 off, just use the promo code RESTART22 at HappyHomeUniversity.com

So excited to welcome bestselling author Mitch Albom (Tuesdays with Morrie) to kick off 2022! As parents, we can easily slip into complaining or a martyr complex (look at me and all the sacrifices I have to make for these kids!!!). Talking to Mitch Albom about his daughter Chika really helps to put it all into perspective. In Mitch's book Finding Chika, you'll learn of his unusual journey to parenting - beginning with an orphanage in Haiti that would change his life forever. In today's conversation, you'll hear about: 5:00 Taking Chika to Disneyland for the first time 8:00 How children are curious and full of wonder before given screens 11:30 The unexpected making of a family 14:00 How parenting enhances a marriage 15:45 How to handle conflict in the marriage when your child is seriously ill 18:30 Everything you do is an example to your children 19:30. Carrying Chika when she could no longer walk 21:50. Morrie's profound sentence 24:30 Chika singing "I am a Child of God" 26:00 About the Stranger in the Lifeboat 29:30. Why did you take away this person God? Here's a better question to ask... Mitch Albom has sold over 40 million copies of his books including the bestselling memoir of all time Tuesdays with Morrie. He and his wife Janine direct the Have Faith Orphanage in Haiti. His newest books (the subjects of our interview) are Finding Chika and The Stranger in the Lifeboat. And remember this month... Arlene's Screen Kids Masterclass is $125 off, just use the promo code RESTART22. HappyHomeUniversity.com

Has technology taken over the kids around you?  Arlene Pellicane, co-author of Screen Kids, is a mom of three children who will help us make sense of the good and bad of our kid's screen time.  Her definitions of digital vegetables and digital candy are so practical and helpful! Ready to pick up some tools to help the child in your life make positive changes to balance screen time and grow relationships?  Let's go! ARLENE PELLICANE is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal and Focus on the Family. Arlene lives in San Diego with her husband James and their three children.  To learn more, visit www.ArlenePellicane.com  Resources For You: Arlene Pellicane Happy Home Podcast Screen Kids Screen Kids Documentary Happy Home University Next Steps: Subscribe to You CAN Tell the Children Share this podcast with a friend Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Explore Bible2School!

Arlene Pellicane, co-author of “Screen Kids: 5 Relational Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World,” provides encouragement to parents as we navigate technology in the home. Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life. Arlene has been a featured guest on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, and FamilyLife Today, and serves as the host of The Happy Home podcast. She lives in San Diego with her husband, James, and their three children. To learn more and get free family resources, visit ArlenePellicane.com. Thank you for tuning into today's show. God promises to bless our families for a thousand generations. Need encouragement and belief in that promise...take a little listen to this song that has brought me through some trying times...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp6aygmvzM4. If you have found this episode valuable please take a second and head over to iTunes and drop me a review. I cannot thank you enough for coming alongside me on this journey. I truly appreciate each and every one of you. Have a kingdom daughter and looking to find love, support, and community...you can join my Facebook group that is solely for those mamas raising girls. https://www.facebook.com/groups/702674373886826 Learn more and connect with me at www.trudylonesky.com Want to connect on social… Instagram: trudy_lonesky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kingdommamas Email: trudy.lonesky@gmail.com

These teenagers don't have cell phones! Arlene Pellicane is an author, speaker, and podcast host of the Happy Home podcast. She has written several books, including Parents Rising, 31 Days to a Happy Husband, and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal, and Focus on […] The post Interview with Arlene Pellicane – Managing Screen Time Wisely appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.

In this podcast, Cheryl gets real about her own parenting journey. She is passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health challenges, especially among children and teens. She is the host of her own podcast called, Fight Like A Mother. She is knowledgable in both education and first hand experience. I'm so grateful to her for sharing her story her.  Find Cheryl on instagram @cherylcardall and @fightlikeamotherpodcast She has a membership group called Parents Rising to help parents reduce fear and gain confidence. Find more info on her instagram feed.