How do you have real peace in a chaotic world? Maybe something called gratitude might help? Jim Daly and Kay Wyma discuss how to teach your kids to be thankful. Also, Danny gives some tips for how to help your child if he or she is having a bad attitude

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How are you modeling determination for your kids? Danny shares about a family hiking trip that turned into a fun opportunity to teach his kids perseverance. You'll also hear Jim Daly chat with Dr. Kathy Koch on the benefits of resilience.

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Is one of your kids more emotional than the others? Danny opens up about the ways his kids expressed their emotions. Plus, Jim Daly talks to professional counselor Debra Fileta who gives some helpful insights on the popular verse, "Jesus wept."

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Do you tend to be an optimist or a pessimist in your parenting? John and Danny answer that question for themselves. Then, Jim Daly talks to Katherine Hill about how our thought patterns impact our brain chemistry, and why it's good for you to think positively. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.

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Parenting a child who has special needs is a unique journey filled with challenges and joys. Sara Clime joins Jim Daly to discuss some of the things she's learned while raising her son. Plus, John and Danny give you some ideas for how you can help a parent who has a child with special needs.

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Are you tired? The truth is, many parents feel that way. Danny and John give some sobering stats on how exhausted moms and dads are today. Then, Jim Daly talks to Chris and Jenni Graebe about some ways you can be intentional to slow down, get some rest and enjoy time with your family.

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Does it feel like your screens have taken over your schedules? Danny and John address how a lot of parents need to be more aware of their screen-time usage. You'll also hear from Jim Daly and Molly DeFrank about creating a gameplan for getting off of screens and focusing instead on real-life.

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Is your kid feeling lonely, disconnected or anxious? Danny shares with John how he's seen an increase in those issues in recent years. Then, Jim Daly talks to Eliza Huie about how kids need to guard the information they're watching, for the sake of their mental health.

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