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We want to use our words to communicate and communicate well. We want our words to create change where needed and motivate others around us to do what is expected. But often our words seem to create negativity but not lead to change.  

Todays’ episode is all about one magical parenting phrase and a few other general phrases we can learn that we can use to renew negative communication patterns into something positive.  

After listening today, listeners will understand:  

     1. One 19-word phrase that increases motivation in children by 40 percent
2. Simple ways to change what you say to create connection instead of criticism in your interaction
3. Where to focus your attention if you don’t know how to avoid criticism 

Mind Renewal Tip:
We often assume harsh words are the best way to create change and be heard instead of understanding positive words can create far more motivation.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
Let no corrupting talk come out of your tongue. But only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that is may give grace to those that hear. Ephesians 4:29

Resources:
https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/xge-a0033906.pdf
https://danielcoyle.com/2013/12/13/the-simple-phrase-that-increases-effort-40/ 

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Are you ready for something new? Is change knocking at your door? Because it’s a new season of Renew You, which has us asking, “Are you ready for something NEW in your life?”  

Today’s episode is all about uncovering one major lie we often believe that keeps us stuck from choosing to make change today! Quinn then examines other lies we may be holding onto inside our brains that keep us stuck in surviving versus thriving.  

After listening today, listeners will understand:  

     1. Lies that keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns.
2. The important questions we need to ask ourselves to determine if we are ready for change.
3. 8 steps for moving forward with change 

Mind Renewal Tip:
If it’s hard… it must mean it’s wrong is the wrong mindset. Instead, if it’s hard, it must mean it involves growing!  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
See, I am doing a new thing. Isaiah 43:19

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Hey friends! For the month of July, we're taking the month off! During this time, I'd love for you to catch up on our previous episodes, relax and enjoy the summer! Be sure to subscribe, and we'll be back in August with new episodes!

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Have you ever noticed that some people are naturally more likeable than others? And you look to them and wonder what makes others find them so trustworthy and approachable because they seem to have it figured out.
In this week’s episode, Quinn shares some of her favorite non-traditional including: 

       1. Why people are drawn to others that take accountability in apologies
2. Learning why receiving constructive feedback with ease makes others trust us
3. How being open to changing your opinion can make others want to converse with you about controversial
emotional topics 

Mind Renewal Tip:
A mark of wisdom is being quick to change your opinions, but slow to change your principles. Adam Grant 

Scriptural Renewal Tip:
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galat

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Did you know that roughly 75% of the time a parent will spend with their child throughout life is spent by the time the child turns 12? Because of this, it’s important for parents to be intentional with the time they have even when the summer days get long.  

In this week’s episode, Quinn shares some of her favorite ways to help parents avoid burnout and make fun memories with their kids this summer by teaching about:

     1. The power of creating lists of fun goals for the summer
2. The opportunity summer gives to teach life skills
3. The power of being intentional in one on one time 

Mind Renewal Tip:
When we take time to connect and lean in with our babes, we end up with space to decompress too because they feel secure.  

Scriptural Renewal Tip:
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms. Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. 1 Peter 4: 10-11

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Safeguarding your Relationship Against Affairs and Micro Cheating 

No one wants infidelity in their relationship, but it can be hard to know how to protect your marriage against something that has never happened yet alarmingly causes permanent damage. Because once trust is broken, it can hard to rebuild.  

In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners how to safeguard their marriage against cheating by teaching them: 

     1. The Different Types of Cheating
2. Why Cheating Does Damage
3. 9 Safeguards to Put in Place 

Mind Renewal Tip:
Trust is the gift you don’t realize you have until it’s lost, which is why understanding it’s value is so important before its broken. 

Scriptural Renewal Tip:
Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled. Hebrews 13:4

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Dear Quinn, Help Me Deal with a Narcissist! Your Listener Questions Answered about Dealing with a Narcissistic Ex-Spouse, Healing from a Narcissistic Parent and Setting Boundaries with them  

In today’s episode, Quinn answers listener questions related to relationships with narcissists. In the episode, Quinn answers these questions: 

       1. How do I coparent with a narcissist?
2.How do I handle a narcissistic Mom? It’s been a year since we have spoken because mentally it's not good
for me, but should I keep a line of communication open for the grandchildren?
3. How I recover emotionally from having a narcissistic parent?  

Mind Renewal Tip:
When we stop showing emotion to a narcissist, we stop giving them fuel to hurt us.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future. Proverbs 19:20

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Dear Quinn, Help My Parenting! Your Listener Questions Answered About Helping Kids Become More Independent, Disrespectful Teens and Moms that Need Breaks

In the episode, Quinn answers these questions: 

       1. What should a mom do when they feel that their kids are being highly vocal in their teen years about the
things I am not doing right as a parent? I want to take feedback, but don’t want my feelings hurt.
2. My children are moving from the younger needy phase to the older independent phase and I’m struggling
to let go of micromanaging them. How long are we supposed to let the leash lengthen between us and our
child as they grow?
3. What happens when I am touched out? I don’t want to be rude to them but I need space.  

Mind Renewal Tip:
In parenting, if we remember that we grow as parents as our children grow as humans, we stay humble and adapt as their needs change.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
"Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding, for the gain from her is better than gain from silver and her profit better than gold. She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her." Proverbs 3:13-15: 

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It can be hard to know what is real and what is fake in the digital world we live in. Because of this, millions of older adults are falling victim to financial fraud with the FBI estimating that seniors lose more than $3 billion a year to scammers.  

In this episode, Quinn teaches listeners how to navigate and teach themselves and their loved ones about online safety by addressing: 

     1. Common types of scams
2. The way these play on your emotions
3. Common Red Flags to Look Out For 

Mind Renewal Tip:
Rushed decisions are typically not the wisest of decisions. So take time to consider when a decision is being made based on emotion and not fact.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
You shall not spread a false report. You shall not join hands with a wicked man to be a malicious witness. Hebrews 13:18

Resources
Better Business Bureau.
Before giving money away, research charities on sites like Charity Navigator and CharityWatch
https://www.buckley-law.com/articles/romance-scams-elderly/

To report scams and fraud, you can file a report with the Federal Trade Commission 

The Federal Trade Commission offers helpful information online about obtaining free credit monitoring or reporting services.

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We have a generation of boys struggling to launch and leave the nest. They seem easy at home because they are content on technology, but many parents find it feels hard to get them motivated to fly the coop.
In today’s episode Quinn addresses:

1. If the phrase “He’s so easy. Just give him a video game and food and he doesn’t make a peep!” is
something to applaud.
2. What E word we should be focusing on as parents that isn’t the word easy.
3. 7 Focuses We Want to Give Our Attention to When Raising Sons  

Mind Renewal Tip:
We don’t want easy boys, we want engaged boys, and they also end up engaged in easy, then we’ll take that too!  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
David defeated Goliath with a sling and rock. He killed him without even using a sword. David ran over and pulled out Goliath’s sword. Then he used it to cut off Goliath’s head. 1 Samuel 17: 50-53 

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