Wayne and Matt join us today to talk about fatherhood, career, and family from the perspective of a “red” personality. Reds are natural leaders, action-oriented, and fiercely loyal. If you have a red dad in your life, this episode will help you gain empathy and understanding.

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Be sure to catch up on WT 368: GREEN DADS and WT 369: BLUE DADS

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

Parenting a Red kiddo? Read Karen’s top tips HERE.

We’re back with two "perfect" dads on Wire Talk today! Greg and Matt are in the studio to share their perspective on life and parenting through the lens of a BLUE temperament. Blues are thoughtful, precise, perfection-seeking, and extra reflective, so we're confident you’ll take away some great insights into the world of BLUES when you tune in.

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Be sure to catch up on WT 368: GREEN DADS

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

Welcome to DAD month on Wire Talk! In celebration of all the great dads in our lives, we are diving into the temperament colors just like last summer, but this time, from the male perspective! You are going to love hearing from 8 different dads over the course of the next few weeks.

Today, Matt and Brian join us to share how they process parenting as a GREEN. What a gift to learn and understand more about how our green husbands and fathers relate to their families and the world around them. If you're a green, we think you'll recognize a bit of your own experience in this conversation, and if you're not green, we think it will give you surprising insights into the way greens approach parenting.

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

Adjusting to the dynamic of a parent-child relationship as an adult can be painful. Today Emily and Karen talk about the season of life that they are in right now and Karen answers your questions about extended family visits, aging parents, and even passive aggressive mother-in-laws. As with every episode, our goal is to give you tangible wisdom you can use this week to bring more peace to your home.

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In this episode of Wire Talk, we're addressing the unique challenges that military families face. Join us as we discuss the impact of deployments on children, how to maintain a strong relationship with your spouse despite long periods of separation, and practical tips for making the most of the time you have together. Plus, we've got tips for supporting military moms from a civilian perspective. Whether you're a military spouse or not, this episode has wisdom for you this week!

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Are you tired of feeling like a broken record when it comes to disciplining your kids? Do you find yourself yelling way more often than you care to admit? On today's episode of Wire Talk, we're sharing practical tips to help you stay consistent and break the cycle of yelling.

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Related blog post: The 4 A’s Yellow Kids Crave

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

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On today's episode of Wire Talk, we're diving into all things marriage. From learning to speak your spouse's love language to prioritizing time together, we're answering your most pressing questions. Listen in for practical encouragement to help strengthen your marriage this week.

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Join Karen and Emily today as they tackle questions from moms who are hurting for their kids. From navigating the dating world to dealing with school pressures, we've got you covered with practical advice to help you parent with confidence. As always, you’ll come away with something tangible you can implement in your home this week.

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Join us for Karen’s teaching on the final stanza of Psalm 23: 'You prepare a feast before me in the presence of my enemies; you honor me by anointing my head with oil; my cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.' With her trademark warmth and wisdom, Karen reminds us that God has set a table for us, and the enemy has not been invited to it! She challenges us to ask ourselves if we have invited the enemy to sit down with us?

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New Living Translation version of Psalm 23

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On this special live episode of Wire Talk, recorded at our Survive retreat in Asheville, NC, Karen delves into Psalm 23:4. This session speaks directly to the fears and anxieties that can overwhelm a mom. Karen weaves biblical wisdom in with stories from her own motherhood journey as she reminds us that God is bigger than our fears. This episode will give you strength and equip you to take your fear and worry to God, who is with you and will give you what you need for today.

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