Anxiety is on the rise in teens and young adults. But what is causing it to rise and how to stop it is something many parents want to know. So today’s episode, which is part one of a two-week series, outlines what parents can do to rescue anxiety in their homes. 

In the episode, Quin teaches parents: 

1. The need for risk and responsibility in the lives of our children
2. The four rules for phones recommended by Jonathan Haidt
3. The power of failure in creating resilience against hardship 

 Mind Renewal Tip:
“Parents are overprotecting children in the real world and underprotecting them online. 

Scripture Renewal Tip:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God”. Philippians 4:6-7

Anxiety is on the rise in teens and young adults. But what is causing it to rise and how to stop it is something many parents want to know. So today’s episode, which is part one of a two-week series, outlines what parents can do to rescue anxiety in their homes. 

In the episode, Quin teaches parents:

       1. The importance of identity in reducing anxiety
2. The power of belonging in your maintains your child’s well being
3. The reason goals are needed even in children and teens  

Mind Renewal Tip:
Our goal is parents isn’t to prevent all anxiety from being a part of our children’s lives, but instead to equip them with the right tools with how to handle it when it hits! 

Scripture Renewal Tip:
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:2 

Today Quinn discusses imposter syndrome and how it can keep people from doing the things they are meant to do or feeling secure in the things they are already doing. In today’s episode, Quinn encourages listeners to start looking forward to and let go of the imposter doubts holding them back.  

In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners:

     1, What imposter syndrome is
2. The 5 different imposter roles
3. And 3 C’s to stop imposter syndrome from the book, “Own Your Greatness: Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life (Ulysses Press © 2020)”

Mind Renewal Tip:
No one starts off an expert.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5  

Resources: Own Your Greatness: Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life (Ulysses Press © 2020)

https://a.co/d/fWlVqGq

Bad habits or addictions are something most people struggle with. But while it’s easy to say we want to stop them; we often don’t know what to do to kick the habit for good. Today’s episode focuses on the power of getting serious about breaking the habit with 6 easy tips.  

In the episode, Quinn teaches listeners:  

     1. The definition of addiction
2. The Four C’s to look out for
3. What makes something become addictive 

Mind Renewal Tip:
You can’t break an addiction if you aren’t all in.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
If your hand is causing you to sin, cut it off. It is better to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go through hell. Matthew 5:30 

Other Resources:

Pornography Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/6-steps-to-begin-safeguarding-your-children-and/id1444827854?i=1000607297529

Dopamine Episode:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dopamine-detox-resetting-your-brain-from-addictive/id1444827854?i=1000672186446

Breaking Habits:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/renew-you-with-quinn-kelly/id1444827854?i=1000582997788

It’s Christmas Eve which means families are likely together and reflecting on the story of Jesus’ birth. And while it’s great to remember the story, it’s often easy to look over its relevance to our lives which is why today’s episode gives listeners a chance to apply some of the powerful cognitive truths God teaches us through the story of Jesus’s birth to the lives of our families.  

After listening today, Quinn believes listeners will have a chance to: 

     1. Reflect on seasons of waiting and stillness in a new way
2. Look for God’s unlikely use of circumstances to do something great
3. Feel a new found confidence in each family member’s giftings 

Mind Renewal Tip:
Waiting is often mistaken for a lack of God’s presence or plan for our lives when in fact, waiting is often the indication that God is in the midst of completing the greatest work among us.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulders, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 

We often think of play as something that is just for kids, but did you know that play has just as many benefits for adults as children benefiting both our physical and mental health. Yet because adults don’t understand its value, they often don’t make room for play in their everyday lives. 

In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners: 

       1. How play affects your creativity and stress
2. The 8 types of play
3. Easy ways to incorporate play in your lives for the new year 

Mind Renewal Tip:
We often assume that play ends with childhood but do not understand that play continues to benefit our minds and bodies well beyond the child years.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22 

Resources:
https://nifplay.org/books/play-how-it-shapes-the-brain-opens-the-imagination-and-invigorates-the-soul/ 

https://psychcentral.com/blog/the-importance-of-play-for-adults#how-to-be-more-playful 

Do you have a house full of memories but more messes? Do you find that it’s hard to keep your house cleaned out but desire to have organization and peace within the chaos? In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners how to declutter and restore order to your space based on the work of Dana K White.  

In the episode, Quinn teaches listeners:  

       1. One thing to say to yourself when feelings sentimental: I’m not rejecting the item, I’m just saying I don’t
have room for it.
2. Two questions to ask yourself when organizing
3. What containers are meant for 

Mind Renewal Tip:
Containers are meant to contain and serve as a limit – not as a place to stuff. Every space is a container that sets a limit.  

Scripture Renewal Tip: 

"There is a time to keep, and a time to cast away". This verse suggests that it's okay to get rid of things that are no longer useful. Ecclesiastes 3:6 

"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal". This verse suggests that material wealth is temporary and can be lost, while heavenly treasures are eternal Matthew 6:19 

Resources:
https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/2019/05/printables-for-making-life-easier-and-cuter/ 

It’s easy to expect the holidays will make us feel loved and accepted but often they can be reminders that we feel rejected by those we love the most. And this can make Thanksgiving and Christmas hurt our hearts.  

In today’s episode, I talk about how to stop the pattern of seeking approval from the loved ones that continue to leave you feeling discarded by discussing: 

     1. Signs that we need to end seeking approval 

     2. Scripture that resets our mental perspective  

     3. Ways to focus on empathy for healing 

Mind Renewal Tip:
If we chase after others’ approval, we often feel rejected. But if we chase after God, we quickly find acceptance.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
"Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:11-12:

It’s easy to see when other people are continually difficult and in need of healing, but sometimes we can’t see that we are the one that is hurting – not them! Today Quinn discusses how easy it can be to point the finger at others for their unhealthy behavior but the importance of taking time to ask ourselves, “Am I the one that needs healed?” 

In today’s episode, Quinn teaches listeners: 

     1. 6 Indications we are hurting
2. A question to ask yourself regarding your future that shows we need to heal
3. 3 Steps to take when we are hurting 

Mind Renewal Tip:
It’s not our fault we get in unhealthy places but it’s our responsibility to notice and take action.  

Scripture Renewal Tip:
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint"
Isaiah 40:31