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You and your spouse can and should learn to respect each other’s differing opinions, as Dr. Randy Schroeder explains. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For Your Marriage" for ... Show More

Dr. Randy Schroeder describes a lesson he learned from a couple who practiced something called, “quiet connects,” during a power outage. Listen to the Full Program Receive the book Simple Habits for Marital Happiness and the audio download of the broadcast "Forming New Habits For ... Show More

Deconstruction remains one of the most controversial and divisive issues facing the church today. The result has been heartbreaking for families. Apologists Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett help Christians understand what’s happening and how to respond with clarity, confidence, and ... Show More

What's the best present you have given to your kids? Danny tells John about gifts his kids remember him giving to them. You'll also hear Jim Daly speak with Courtney Ellis on how she's encouraged her children to live a lifestyle of generosity.   Find us online at focusonthefamily ... Show More

Deconstruction remains one of the most controversial and divisive issues facing the church today. The result has been heartbreaking for families. Apologists Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett help Christians understand what’s happening and how to respond with clarity, confidence, and ... Show More

How do you and your spouse keep your relationship strong, even when you are busy raising children? Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about the need for couples to stay committed to each other. Also, John and Danny give a word of encouragement to parents who feel distracted by t ... Show More

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2378:Leo Babauta explores six timeless gifts that can profoundly impact your relationships and enrich your loved ones' lives ... Show More

Hey dear listeners, do you want to know how to have an epic adventure with Zara and Leo? They will explain how to use the Big Life Journal and the Big Life Kids podcast… TOGETHER! Listen along as we take a look inside the journal and find out how your JOURNAL BUDDY can help you! ... Show More

There are some disagreements you have with your partner about your kids that are pretty minor, like whether fast food is an acceptable dinner on weekends, or how much to spend on birthdays. But others, like whether or not to have more kids, require more work. That’s the dilemma T ... Show More

Every person who's been married for a while will tell you there are moments your spouse does something you didn't expect. Tovares and Safa Grey share how they've learned that relationships are more complicated than we anticipate. Also, Greg and John talk about the dangers of a pe ... Show More

No matter how hard you try as a parent, there will be times you fall short. Danny and John discuss the sobering realization that your love by itself isn't enough to fulfill every part of your child's heart. Then, Jim Daly talks with Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells about why God's l ... Show More

When a single parent is trying to raise kids, it's easy for negative emotions to creep in. Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells join Jim Daly to discuss something called the 5 R's that you have to watch out for. Plus, John and Danny share how we can sometimes misinterpret our kids' emot ... Show More