I have long been drawn to the phrase "an eye of faith" found in the Book of Mormon.

What does it mean?

And how can we apply it to parenting?

In this episode we're talking about why and how we can learn to see our loved ones with an eye of faith.

*The podcast I mentioned is Come Back Podcast.

It's my belief that one of the most precious gifts you can give to your children is a happy, healthy, thriving mother.

Today's episode is a friendly reminder that your needs matter, and that everyone benefits when you take good care of yourself!

And also... this is my 200th episode! Can you believe it?

To help me celebrate, I would love for you to leave me a review, and/or send your favorite episode to someone you think would love it too.

Today's episode is packed with tools you can use for better communication with the people you love.

I'm talking about the tools mentioned in the best-selling book "Crucial Conversations" by Grenny, Patterson, McMillan, Switzler and Gregory.

I highly recommend the whole book!

The tools I'm touching on today are:

1.Learn to Look

2.Make it Safe

3.State My Path

4.Explore Others' Paths

5.Take Back Your Pen

If you'd like to listen to some other episodes I've done on this topic, I have quick links for you:

Communication with Teengaers

Leading with Validation

Talking Back

Today I'm sharing with you a tool that has been helpful in my life lately: finding the holy purpose.

I've learned that I can do really hard things as long as I can see that it serves a holy purpose in my life.

I hope this tool will be a useful one for you!

"Speak to your children as if they are the wisest, kindest, most beautiful and magical humans on earth, for what they believe is what they will become." -Brooke Hampton

I believe in this principle! I believe the words we speak to our children are powerful!

I also believe the words we speak to ourselves are powerful.

Here is a link for the talk by Elder Rasband.

And here is a link to my book: "The Power of a Faithful Mother"

Did you know that the way you are telling the story of 2024 may impact your experience of 2025?

Most of us don't realize that the way we choose to tell the story of the past has a big impact on how we live in the future.

Tune in today to learn how and why you should be more intentional in the way you think about your past.

If you know me at all, you know that I am NOT a perfectionist.

I don't believe that the common definitions of "perfect" are supposed to apply to humans at all.

Today I'm going to introduce you to the definition of perfect that I use. It's a definition that feels totally do-able, and keeps me feeling optimistic and moving forward.

The quote I share is from Orson Whitney, found on the Church of Jesus Christ website.

'Tis the season for peace. At least, 'tis the season we really crave peace, right?

With so much of the world in chaos, we want our homes and our hearts to be at peace.

Today I have some tips for you that will help you create the peace you are seeking, no matter what is going on around you.

Merry Christmas!

Today's episode is all about how to feel less frustration and more joy over the holidays when you have adult children in the mix.

I'm sharing three tips that have really helped in my home:

-Let traditions change

-Invite, but don't demand

-Communication!

The book I mentioned is The Power of Moments by Chip Heath and Dan Heath

In today's timely episode, we're talking about how to deal with tricky situations around the holidays.

We'll talk about healthy boundaries, and when and how to set them.