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Hydrogen is the lightest, most abundant element in the universe — and the force behind nuclear fusion in the sun. In Part 4 of the "You're in the People Business" series, I explore hydrogen's relational equivalent: curiosity.First come the questions we ask ourselves. We only develop self-awareness to the degree we ask ourselves honest, deep questions — and answer them at the base level. Stopping at surface-level observations ("I won't do that again") without understanding why only increases the chance of repeating the pattern.Knowing and being known is complicated. We have a pushmi-pullyu relationship with self-knowledge and vulnerability — drawn toward it and afraid of it at the same time. Curiosity requires courage on both fronts.Curiosity + Empathy = Relational Intimacy. Just as hydrogen and oxygen form water, curiosity fused with empathy creates something new: genuine relational security and intimacy. Without empathy, curiosity becomes data-mining — and data can become a weapon.Curiosity without good motives causes destruction. We should be honest about why we're seeking to know someone, and we don't owe everyone unlimited access to our story.This Week's ChallengeGet curious about yourself — dig to the base level of the Communication Pyramid. What do you really believe about your rights and responsibilities?Get curious about someone close to you — ask one or two deeper questions about their upbringing, dreams, or a goal they've set aside.Before asking others to be vulnerable, earn that right by being trustworthy with what you already know — and by going first.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign#curiosity

Phosphorus is one of the most reactive elements in existence — so unstable that it's never found alone in nature. When bonded with the right elements, phosphorous gives us strength and energy.Expectations in relationships work the same way. We've long been told that poor communication is the number one reason relationships fail. I challenge that assumption. The real culprit? Misalignment of expectations — because most communication never goes beyond the first few layers of the Communication Pyramid.What you did or didn't doHow I feel about thatWhat I did or didn't doHow I feel about thatWhat I want from you (very different from what I want for you)What I want from me (very different from what I want for me)What I believe about other people's rights and responsibilitiesWhat I believe about my own rights and responsibilitiesRarely does our communication reach the base: the expectations that reveal what we believe about our place in a relationship and in the world. Getting there is uncomfortable, partly because we're never taught to do it, and partly because our expectations expose what we believe we're entitled to — and that can be a vulnerable, unflattering thing to admit.But when we bring our expectations into the open and align them with truth, something new forms — stability, clarity, and genuine connection. Just like phosphorus bonded with calcium.Your challenge this week: Start a conversation from the base of the pyramid. Be courageously honest about what you're expecting — of yourself and of others. You'll be amazed at the difference.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign#communication#expectations

Let me know how today’s episode helps you!Today I focus on something smelly, sometimes even stinky. But success in every relationship requires this. Yep, every one. Between parents and kids, colleagues, businesses and customers, friends, and well, the list is as extensive as the types of human relationships.It’s like sulfur. Not exactly tasty or pleasant but incredibly healing and critical for life.What is this crucial but smelly item? The work of repair.I cover:Repair goes downstream before upstreamDon’t follow repair work with a conversation about someone else’s failuresThe difference between remorse and repentanceHow trust gets built and rebuiltApologies aren’t one-size-fits-allResources mentioned include:Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken by Dr. Henry CloudThe 5 Apology Languages: The Secret to Healthy Relationships by Gary Chapman and Jennifer ThomasVisit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

Whether you're a plumber, parent, or CEO, you're in the people business. This means you've got to know what keeps a relationship breathing. In Part 1 of the, "You're in the People Business," series, I explain what makes every relationship breathe. Whether it's managers and direct reports, businesses and customers, parents and children, spouses, friends, or family members, this trait is mandatory for a thriving relationship. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

Happy 200th episode!In celebration -- and consideration of the path forward -- I share the four questions only courageous people ask. Some people ask themselves one or two, but those who dig into all four are most likely to grow ordinary into extraordinary. What do I want? Often easy to ask unless life has knocked you down with enough disappointments that the willingness to dream seems like a path into hopeless. But courageous people get back up and keep asking.Why do I want it? Am I trying to prove someone wrong--even from my past? Am I trying to validate my worth? Courageous people keep asking, "What's the real motivation behind my desires?" Without this answer, you may achieve what you want and then find it doesn't satisfy like you thought.Why don't I have it? Ouch. This is the question that's often skipped because it reveals whether a person is living from a blame, entitlement, or empowerment mindset. This question may be the one that requires the greatest courage.What am I willing to do to get it? Desire doesn't produce any results. Only actions. How this question gets answered determines whether a person is content to live in "Desireland" or do the work to build "Achievementland."Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

What builds an extraordinary life?Today we'll look at four more practices in the "Stop the Splatter" series which are building blocks of "extraordinary." The "big" events and actions reveal extraordinary faith, character, and abilities, but they don't build these. Rather, extraordinary is built by faithfully completing the "ordinary."I address four specific practices:Writing -- to remember God's faithfulness and goodness; to show appreciation; to deal with thoughts and emotions instead of being drug around by them.Whistling -- a positive mindset, a joyful heart, a whistle-while-you-work is one of the hallmarks of extraordinary peopleWords -- whether spoken to yourself or others, all words will build up or tear down; speak death or life.Worship -- nothing will reorient your perspective and how you show up more than worship.Combine these practices with the five from Episodes 196 & 197: Word, Walk, With, Withdrawal, and 40 Winks. You can build an extraordinary life and avoid splattering yours by faithfully and intentionally practicing these nine actions.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

Holy Week in the Christian faith is a microcosm of life. One day everything is filled with sunshine and joy. Then things get a little “weird.” Then everything falls apart. We can draw strength knowing God is still always with us.When life is filled with joy, we don’t need to live in fear wondering when the “other shoe is going to drop.” These times are also ordained by God. When things get weird, we can examine whether we are focusing on God or others. When all falls apart, we can know resurrection follows death. Perhaps not in the way we imagine, but it will come if we remain faithful.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.#spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#easter#holyweek

The "ordinary" wrecks more lives than the "extraordinary." The "ordinary" builds more lives than the "extraordinary."Seldom does a big, transformative conversation, event, or opportunity come out of nowhere. Usually there is a trail of ordinary actions repeated through ordinary days that lead to success -- whether in relationships, health, or careers.Conversely, ordinary actions which aren't taken lead to failure. Continuing last week's series on "Stop the Splatter," we look today at the importance of With, Withdrawal, and Winks. We need to be with people; we need to withdrawal and experience solitude with God; we need sleep, aka 40 winks. We are not merely brains and hearts boxed into an inert container. Our bodies are as much part of God's design as our minds and hearts. Be reminded and encouraged about the importance of sustained "ordinary" practices to keep from drifting into dangerous waters or out to sea where you're lost. Keep living with intentionality. Your immeasurable, eternal, and irreplaceable impact depends on it. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign#ordinarydays#intentionality#livewithintention

Nobody wakes up one day and says, "Today's the day I begin the journey to ruining my career, marriage, reputation, finances, kids, friendships, ___." Instead, small steps always precede big splatters. Always.Whether it's allowing small grudges to fester, inviting inappropriate flirtations, or justifying "losing it," small wrong steps eventually lead to terrible outcomes.The great news is small steps also lead to great outcomes! Today we focus on two simple steps within most people's ability in normal circumstances. Getting into the Word and getting out for a walk. Don't let the familiar fool you. It's not knowing what to do that matters; it's doing it. (Preaching to the choir here, folks.)Join me for a mini-series on the Ten W's that can save you from cleaning up a lot of splatter!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

Using the 1944 film Gaslight as a launching point, we explore the difference between interrogating a story and talking yourself out of one. Sorting this out often requires outside help, however, don’t confuse someone stockpiling evidence to support a conclusion they’ve already reached with someone gathering data to reach a conclusion. The first is confirmation bias in action. The second is what genuine help looks like.We expand the four-step framework to five and the importance of facing true stories -- whether they are happy or not.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign#gaslighting

This episode tackles one of the trickiest territories in the story series: the stories we tell ourselves about other people’s motives. When someone doesn’t respond to a text on our schedule, doesn’t mention a couples’ event, or shows up with flowers after an argument, a story begins. This week we learn how to interrogate those stories — and what to do once we have.We unpack a familiar scenario in marriages to show how our storytelling plays out in real life. Learn the practical four-step process for handling stories about someone else’s motives — especially in close relationships.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Godly Impact.Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritual#emotionalhealth#relationships#family#familylife#moms#dads#parenting#raisinggodlykids#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#humanbehavior#humandesign

What you tell yourself about your spouse, children, family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors will make or break your relationships. These stories carry the most emotional weight and, often, have the most at stake.One of the most important reminders in this episode is intensity of emotion is not an accurate measurement of how true or false a story is. We tend to be far more emotionally invested in — and defensive about — our up-close personal stories than our impersonal ones. This applies to both the negative and the positive stories we tell. And it’s especially true when it comes to our children.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Where does racism, sexism, and classism begin? With a story. The habits we build at the micro-story level directly shape how we think at the macro level.Macro stories tend to come in two varieties:Up close and personal — Stories about people and groups we interact with directly.Far away and impersonal — Stories about people and groups we’ve never met. Paradoxically, we can be more emotionally attached to these stories, precisely because they’re harder for anyone to challenge.The micro-stories we’ve been tracking don’t just exist in isolation. They accumulate. Over time, they reveal and reshape our character, our mindset, and our expectations of others and ourselves. And many macro stories — the big ones — begin as a single micro story that grew.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

We can cling to our stories like we keep clothes in the closet we haven't worn in six years. Why? In Part 2 of the "It's All In Your Head" series, we move beyond the labels of “positive” and “negative” and introduce a more useful framework: true, untrue, and unknown.Paying attention to our stories is work. But like exercise, it gets easier with consistency. Once you experience the benefits, you’ll want to keep at it. And remember: we’re not only looking for negative stories that are costing us. We’re also looking for positive ones worth preserving and protecting.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Every day we tell ourselves hundreds — maybe thousands — of stories. Some are fleeting micro-stories that last only seconds; others stretch into full narratives. This episode explores why those stories matter so deeply: because they quietly shape our beliefs, drive our actions, define our character, and ultimately determine the impact we have on the world around us.This Week’s ChallengeBegin paying attention to the stories you’re telling yourself — especially the micro-stories that play out in seconds. Here are some ways to track them:Keep a journal and write down the stories you notice throughout the day.Jot quick notes on index cards when a story surfaces.Record voice memos on your phone in the moment.Get curious about what you find. You might be surprised — some stories will be more judgmental or negative than you expected, and others will be more positive. Either way, don’t shame your stories back into hiding. You can’t change what you’re not willing to see.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Stars have been guiding people for generations, from the wise men who followed it to the birth of Christ to mariners searching for land. Yet without the fixed north star, Polaris, navigation by stars wouldn't be possible. In the final installment of the Core Compass of Truth series, we look at the "North Star" which serves as the guide for all people today--Scripture. While the other points on the compass are necessary, the Bible remains as the fixed point. See why this matters and learn a fascinating bonus fact about our solar system's north star!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#northstar#polaris

Discover a powerful, life-long lesson I learned one Christmas that began with a poem about a pig. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)!Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spiritually strong#emotionally healthy#relationally smart#christmas

People. They can be hard to live with. They’re impossible to live without. God has created us to need people for many reasons, one of which is they can help guide us towards truth. Sometimes it’s the truth we need to see about ourselves. Sometimes it’s the truth someone else needs to see. Always it’s to know the truth about who God is and how we are made in His image.In this replay of Part 3 of the Core Compass of Truth series, see how people are crucial to your knowing and living aligned with truth — and how necessary you are to others! Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Have you ever played peek-a-boo with a child who thought if they covered up their eyes that you couldn’t see them? Sometimes that’s how we are with God and all He created. If we just close our eyes to the evidence of His existence, power, and goodness all around us, He won’t see us. But God is evident in Creation. In Part 2 of the Core Compass of Truth replay, discover how the physical world and universe help point us towards truth.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

What GPS system does your life depend on? I don't mean the kind in your vehicle but the one in your heart signaling what's right/wrong, smart/dumb, and good/bad. Gratefully, God has given us a core compass of truth that has four parts just like the four cardinal directions of north, south, east, and west. Common sense is one point that helps to keep us on track. Listen and discover how common sense is one expression of God's amazing grace and why we won't navigate life wisely without it. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#grace#commonsense

Gratitude. A virtue we love and sometimes wonder how to make tangible.Don't let gratitude get buried in the closet of good intentions -- in your life or in your family. Instead, choose a culture of great impact by adopting one or more of the buffet of practices you can choose from. Toss out "fake it until you make it" thinking. That mindset has a short shelf life. Rather, find creative ways that move gratitude from a nice idea to a lived habit.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#gratitude#thanksgiving

Ready or not, change comes!How do you keep from drowning when life hits you unexpectedly with great loss?How do you keep from spinning out of control when something positive comes your way?I unpack five A's to keep you on course, whether you're adjusting to painful or positive circumstances that caught you by surprise. You'll see how to:Act, not react.Accelerate goals, modify them, or let them go.Adjust your priorities, but not your principles.Avoid the temptation to package a Tiffany gift in a Target box.Ask for help and be aware of who to avoid.Share this episode with someone you know who's facing unexpected change in their life.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#change#grief#loss#surprise#celebrate

"You can't change someone else" is true.So is "You can influence someone else to change."How do we not try to take ownership of someone else's life while owning the power of our influence? In this episode you'll learn seven ways you can help or hinder change in someone else -- and maybe even yourself in the process!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#influence#impact#change

The idea that enough pain motivates change is dangerous. While sufficient pain might prompt a person to change, it might also keep them from changing. Why?Because pain can migrate from being an experience to becoming an identity. Young women today are especially wrestling with this because significant and ongoing anxiety has become the "norm." While we want to bring empathy and compassion to this issue, are we promoting the very problem we want to solve by failing to bring truth? I explore change and a specific application to the issue of anxiety in today's episode.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#anxiety#empathy

Change is typically hard, especially when it's significant and has been tried before. While practices and techniques matter, the biggest obstacle is our mindset. Believing change isn't possible, for us or someone else, is the #1 obstacle to growth. Whether subtle or loud, this belief packs incredible power. Today we unpack how:Changed minds will result in changed words and behaviors. The difference between destructive people and difficult peopleThe danger of treating changeable character traits like permanent attributesBelieving change is possible in others requires vulnerabilityWe'll examine how big of a Gospel we have by applying it to what we really believe about the possibility of change -- in ourselves and others.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#change#growth

Change is inevitable. It occurs by default or intention, and when it's by default, it seldom produces the benefits we hope. Yet how does sustainable and positive change happen? In the first episode of the mini-series on Change, I unpack three common yet harmful ideas that keep people from changing:The information fallacyThe rock-bottom mythThe shame motivatorThese ideas can not only limit people's ability to change but can contribute to destructive patterns in ourselves or others.Share this podcast with two friends, and you'll always have something worthwhile to visit about!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#howpeoplechange#growth#personalgrowth

Life inevitably puts us in places of overwhelm. While we can't avoid this entirely, there are ways we can face these times with maturity.Discover how five "R's" make a crucial difference.RememberRecordRe-orientReleaseRe-energizeWith both practical application and principles from the example of David in 1 Samuel, you'll be empowered to not run away from overwhelm but face it courageously.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#stress#overwhelm

Sometimes the mirror of self-awareness doesn't make us look beautiful. What it reveals is ugly. That's what I experienced recently when tiny sprouts of envy kept popping up in my heart. The solution began by choosing curiosity over shame. Rather than trying to spray these weeds with a quick prayer of repentance and then zipping on, I stopped to ask why they were growing in the first place. The answer? My imagination had become too small. Huh?Yep, there's a correlation between the activity of a holy imagination and the presence of envy. This examination also revealed the connection between pain and cynicism and how to be attuned to the suffering in the world without being consumed by it.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#envy#imagination#suffering#self-awareness

What's one element every relationship depends on for success?Jesus told a story illustrating this with not just one but two plot twists. The first part of his story is as delightful for us today as it was for the original audience. The second and third parts? They take some swallowing!Grace and forgiveness received but not given leads to God's judgment and will harm or destroy every relationship. It's not a matter of if, but only when and how much.The parable of the unforgiving servant demonstrates with clarity that acquisition of knowledge is not equal to application of truth. We are not called to be information collectors but grace givers. See why grace and forgiveness is a must-have in every happy and successful relationship.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#forgiveness#grace#relationships

BFF's (Best Friends Forever) are awesome -- and rare. We can miss great friendships in pursuit of the elusive one BFF. Instead, a new mindset about friends will open the door to building a rich and diverse community of friends. Who knows? Maybe even a BFF will come out of these relationships!Get practical help on how to move from acquaintances to situational friends towards the inner circle of friends who you entrust with your heart. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#friendships#buildingclosefriends#bff

If a relationship doesn't have a higher purpose than itself, it won't be sustainable. If pleasure is the measurement of a successful relationship, by default that nurtures selfish people. Instead, when a relationship serves a higher purpose, fulfillment of duty becomes the measurement. Paradoxically, duty becomes a pleasure.From King Solomon to Victor Frankl to John F. Kennedy, the importance of a mindset focused on responsibilities rather than pleasure is what sustains individuals and relationships. Be strengthened to appreciate endurance is its form of achievement and understand why pleasure won't sustain a relationship but purpose will.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#duty#grit#endurance#relationalhealth#relationshipsthatlast

One of the unintended consequences of the concepts of "boundaries" and "toxic people" becoming mainstream is it's reinforced our default tendency to focus on other people's behavior instead of our own. Yet owning our choices is the most fundamental of all relational principles.Victor Frankl's sobering statement summarizes the truth: "Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.”When we own our ability to choose how we're going to show up in every situation, regardless of how anyone else does, we will experience profound freedom. Discover the most powerful key to being relationally smart as we unpack moving our focus from others onto ourselves.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

What seems intuitive turns out to be wrong.Successful long-term relationships have as many, perhaps even more, differences than those who fail or survive but never thrive. How can this be?People who learn to de-personalize differences succeed. Those who don't, well, they don't succeed.Differences are inevitable. Letting them destroy your relationships isn't. Learn how to navigate them successfully. In today's episode, we discuss:Identifying the difference between style and substanceGetting curious about why a difference bugs youTreating differences like a photo rather than a magnetThe danger of projectingStaying solution-oriented and refusing stereotypesGoing back to relationship bedrock -- expectationsVisit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#relationshipsthatsucceed#longtermrelationships#differences

What's one trait all children share naturally? It both delights parents and can wear them out. Ready?Curiosity. By cultivating this trait in adulthood, we can significantly minimize conflict. As we continue the mini-series on being relationally smart, we see:The difference between matters of trust and assumptionsThe connection between assumptions and expectationsThe power of investigating, not interrogating, your assumptions about yourself and othersHow fewer assumptions leads to fewer conflictsBecoming curious rather than defensive can make all the difference in your relationships, whether family, work, friends, or neighbors.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#assumptions#curiosity

The "nail in the head" video was quite popular -- unfortunately. While I understand the intent, sometimes good intentions aren't enough. We need to think through the entire message we're communicating.In the 2nd part of my "Relationally Smart" miniseries, you will discover the three ways subtle (and not-so-subtle) stereotypes hinder growth and harm relationships.You will be able to move forward and not stay stuck by developing a solutions mindset. I unpack:How a solution mindset works from the level of expectations.How a solution mindset focuses on shaping the future rather than replaying the past. The energizing impact of a solutions mindset. Remember to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence. Grow your confidence, effectiveness, and empathy while parenting, educating, or mentoring youth ages 12-24.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#relationships#solutionsmindset#stereotypes

Communication may be the key that unlocks the door in a relationship, but it's what's behind the door that unites or divides. Too often we've been taught to focus on crafting a beautiful door rather than examining what's on the other side. All relationships rest on expectations. The more aligned the expectations, the greater the unity. The more misaligned the expectations, the greater the conflict. While this seems like a "well, duh," statement, the reality is we often never identify or express our expectations.In today's episode, we look at principles including:1. God has been expressing expectations from the Beginning. 2. Identifying and expressing expectations requires courageous honesty and vulnerability.3. Identifying and expressing expectations reveals priorities, values, and beliefs about what we owe others and what they owe us.4. Eliminating all expectations is ridiculous and shouldn’t be a goal. Aligning expectations with what is right, just, and reasonable is our goal. Any other approach isn't sustainable for the long term.Invite others as I begin this "Relationally Smart" mini-series. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#expectations

Why are young people leaving the Christian faith? In Part 4 of the mini-series addressing this issue, we focus on the impact of what happens at home. Specifically, we dive into:What percentage of teens have a regular dialogue with their mom or dad about matters of faith and life? The answer might surprise you!Is the cultural prioritization of self-esteem a pro, con, or neutral in the decision to adopt Christianity or not?What roles do protective parenting and preparedness parenting have?The danger of over-relying on theologyHow relevant is the Bible to everyday life? No, really. Not the "right" answer, but the "lived" one.Summarizing the major findings in this four-part mini-series, we see among many youth Christianity is irrelevant, intolerant, incompatible, and irrational. How can we use this information effectively? Get a free resource online at the website.You, and the young people you impact, can't count on good intentions being enough. You need truth. Share this episode with a friend and others in your circle who care about upcoming generations. Subscribe and leave a review!Bring me to speak on this and other critical topics to your church, Christian school, homeschool organization, or other faith-based group. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Why are young people leaving the Christian faith? Learn what the research shows and be empowered to parent, teach, pastor, and mentor young people by being fully attuned to what's going on in their hearts and minds. In Part 3 of the series, we look at five ways the Church is losing young people to other beliefs.1. A too-small Gospel2. Biblical illiteracy and ignorance3. Moral failures of leaders and personal hurt by a professing Christian4. Simplistic answers to complex issues5. A me-centric GospelYou, and the young people you impact, can't count on good intentions being enough. You need truth, because that is the basis for true hope. Share this episode with a friend and others in your circle who care about upcoming generations. Subscribe and leave a review!Bring me to speak on this and other critical topics to your church, Christian school, homeschool organization, or other faith-based group. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Why are young people leaving the Christian faith? Learn what the research shows and be empowered to parent, teach, pastor, and mentor young people by being fully attuned to what's going on in their hearts and minds. In Part 2 of the series, we look at:1. The impact when youth is emphasized and age is devalued2. How the emphasis on independence rather than interdependence contributes to a me-centric view of life and thereby, need for faith3. The perceived incompatibility of Christianity and scienceYou, and the young people you impact, can't count on good intentions being enough. You need truth, because that is the basis for true hope. Share this episode with a friend and others in your circle who care about upcoming generations. Subscribe and leave a review!Bring me to speak on this and other critical topics to your church, Christian school, homeschool organization, or other faith-based group. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Why are young people leaving the Christian faith? When are they most likely to leave? Do they come back?Learn what the research shows and be empowered to parent, teach, pastor, and mentor young people fully attuned to what's going on in their hearts and minds. In Part 1, we look at when young people are deciding to leave Christianity behind -- in all or part. The answer may surprise you! I dive into specific ways the culture influences choices about faith.What happens when the scaffolding of Judeo-Christian ethics, morality, and purpose is removed?Can the heavy emphasis on self-esteem backfire when it comes to faith? You, and the young people you impact, can't count on good intentions being enough. You need truth, because that is the basis for true hope. Share this episode with a friend and others in your circle who care about upcoming generations. Subscribe and leave a review!Bring me to speak on this and other critical topics to your church, Christian school, homeschool organization, or other faith-based group. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Would you like to become more than you currently think is possible and do things you feel are beyond you? Get real help in today’s episode with Audrey Rindlisbacher.Audrey continues unpacking the seven laws of life she discovered on a desperate search for healing for herself, her marriage, and her family. Studying ordinary people who became extraordinary as they lived these seven laws, Audrey became energized and hopeful. Today she leads others to learn and live these principles—not in a formulaic, one-size-fits-all application—but in a manner governed by a person’s relationship with God. Audrey is the author of The Mission Driven Life and founder of the Mission Driven Mom Academy. Over 600 women confirm Audrey’s teaching is substantive, understandable, and actionable. They love having a community, coaching, and friendships along with the course content in the Academy. Learn more on her website: https://www.themissiondrivenmom.com/Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#missiondrivenmom#livingonmission#parentingonmission#parentingonpurpose#raisinggodlykids#morallaw#naturallaw

Exhausted and frustrated from a home life that was a mess, Audrey Rindlisbacher set out on a journey to find a different way to live. While counseling helped, she needed more tools. Determined not to give up, she began reading about heroes of the faith. Audrey discovered these ordinary people with ordinary struggles chose to live by the principles of natural law which turned them into extraordinary individuals. The Ten Booms of The Hiding Place fame and Mother Theresa are a few examples. This pursuit, along with the study of Scripture, led her to identify the Seven Laws of Life--Four Foundational and Three Leadership. In the first part of our conversation, Audrey speaks with courageous transparency and invites women to a life of wholeness, purpose, and self-mastery.Applying these principles to her own life, marriage, and parenting, Audrey’s family transformed. She now equips other moms to see the transformation they desire in themselves and their families through the Mission Driven Mom Academy.For Audrey’s book, The Mission Driven Life, and information about the Mission Drive Mom Academy, visit: https://www.themissiondrivenmom.com/Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#missiondrivenmom

“The proof of the pudding is in the eating.”“Talk is cheap.”“Actions speak louder than words.”If a person claims to want one thing but their actions say another, what's the truth? The answer isn't always as obvious as it may seem. Three questions help lead to the truth -- whether it's for someone else or yourself.Do they/I have the knowledge or skills?Do they/I have the ability?Do they/I have the opportunity?  Discover how these questions help us answer the final question in our series on Life's Four Most Courageous and Crucial Questions. "What am I willing to do to get what I say I want?"During this episode we'll look at:self-limiting beliefs;aligning our desires with the realities of limited time, money, and energy;capacity vs ability;wanting outcomes vs. processes.We also see how teaching our children to use this question builds problem-solving skills.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

What's one of the most courageous, vulnerable, and life-altering questions you can ask? Why make this part of your ongoing parenting dialogue?"Why don't I have it?" ("It" being a goal or desire.)Many frameworks about goals and outcomes include the two questions we've focused on the past two episodes:What do I want?Why do I want it?But many don't ask the third. Without answering this question, you can get stuck on a hamster wheel or move from one race to another but never achieve what you want. Honest and in-depth answers to this question can reveal:The presence and dangers of perfectionismFears of failure and successAttitudes of entitlementHidden roadblocks that can be removed with creativity and insightDiscover how this question (along with the other three) helps not only ourselves but our children develop self-awareness, confidence, and humility.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

When might the statement, "I just want God's will for my life," serve as a convenient evasion?We continue last week's exploration of four crucial, courageous questions necessary for all of life. In Episode 159 we unpacked, "What do I want?" Today we look at "Why do I want this?" Not only does this inquiry aid in uncovering the motivations behind our desires but also dismantles the shame that often inhibits our growth. By addressing these questions with curiosity rather than judgment, we allow ourselves to engage in a transformative process that fosters empowerment and intentionality in our lives. Understanding our desires and motivations requires courage and humility, particularly when confronting the possibility of self-serving reasons. Often, however, we realize the "why's" behind our "wants" may be shackling us to self-limiting beliefs that aren't based on truth. Also, cultivating curiosity in our relationships enables deeper connections and insights into the values and motivations of those around us. Listeners are encouraged to get curious this week with two of their own "wants" and "why's" and with one "want" and "why" with their family members. It can be surprising and revealing what answers turn up!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

"What do you want?" These four words compose one of life's scariest questions. But it's a crucial and ongoing inquiry for those courageously committed to earthly excellence and eternal significance.Two brothers made a request of Jesus who responded by asking, "What do you want?" They got a "no" and a heart check.A blind man came to Jesus who questioned, "What do you want?" He got a yes -- and a life transformed!A lady in Aisle 13 was willing to answer, "What do you want?" and it became an opportunity for ministry both to her and the stranger who asked. Listen in to discover why asking yourself this question is critical.Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

Intentional remembrance is a power tool for times of stress, fear, and conflict. It helps us refocus, refuel, and refuse damaging relationship cycles.God made remembering a big deal in the Old Testament, and Jesus made it a priority in the New Testament. Intentional remembering help us:refocus from our circumstances to God's capacities when we're anxious and afraidrefuel with confidence when facing discouragement or difficult decisions refuse to get caught in "last situation finality" cycles in relationshipsWhen used to process, not prosecute -- ourselves or someone else -- intentional remembering is one of the most powerful tools we have that's always ready to pick up and use!Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity

If “God has given me everything I need to raise my kid,” as I’ve often heard, I have a question. “Where’d he put it?”While I understand the good intentions behind this statement and others like it, this mindset does more harm than good. Parenting is relationship work at its most complex, mysterious, and difficult. We know every other relationship arena – from marriage to business – requires actively acquiring knowledge and skills for success. Yet the shaping of human beings is supposed to somehow be innate – especially for moms. But this false narrative has a high cost. Defensiveness and/or deep insecurity can result that leads to all kinds of missed opportunities, regrets, and adults in need of significant repair. Innate capacity, desire, and protectiveness do not automatically produce knowledge and wisdom. If only it were that simple! We can stop depriving parents, especially moms, of the keys they need to open doors of success with a new attitude! Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#mom#biblicalparenting

Principles that forge a meaningful life during the “empty nest” years are the same ones needed in other seasons. Ruthie Gray, “juggler of generations,” shares how the application changes, but not the foundational truths. The author of Empty Nest Awakening: Weaving the Threads of Your Passions into Purpose discusses some of these key principles in the second part of our conversation. She shares about:·      how to find support from people who understand where you are; being strategic about your “yes” and “no;” the power of journalingmaking plans and holding them with open hands in prayer; Ruthie encourages moms to view their God-given desires and interests not as selfish indulgences but ways to serve. “If God is calling you to something, he’s calling you to someone.”As a Gen X mom, 15-year caregiver, and self-proclaimed juggler of generations, Ruthie believes her God-given purpose is to impart peace, joy, and wisdom to moms managing the demands of multiple age groups. Ruthie is the host of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast and the Next Steps Retreat for Empty Nest Entrepreneurs. Her blog for moms offers help that has no expiration date! Visit Ruthie's website at: https://www.ruthiegray.com/Order her book for yourself or a bundle and start a conversation with other moms who want to live every season of life well. Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#caregiving#sandwichgeneration#momblog

Parent well, and you'll work yourself out of a job. Then what?Ruthie Gray, author of Empty Nest Awakening: Weaving the Threads of Your Passions into Purpose speaks hope and wisdom into moms of every season in the first part of our conversation. Among other points, we discuss:*misconceptions younger moms can have about the "empty nest" years*the grief that can accompany children growing up*the vital importance of moving from connections to community*practical steps to discover, or rediscover, your passions *moving forward with purpose Visit Ruthie's website at: https://authenticonlinemarketing.com/Visit Stephanie Presents for resources, to book speaking engagements, and get the weekly newsletter, Hi(Impact)! Click here to order your copy of The Great Brain Remodel of Adolescence or purchase from Amazon #spirituallystrong#emotionallyhealthy#relationships#lifeskey3#smartrelationships#parenting#raisinggodlykids#raisingadults#bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#christianfaith#christianwomen#christianity#emptynest