Tag Archive for: focus on the family

How Childhood Attachment Impacts Your Marriage

By: Cara Plett

We often think of attachment in terms of a loving parent soothing their upset baby. But the impact of this nurturing relationship, or lack thereof, with primary caregivers doesn’t end in infancy. Read more

Rewire Your Brain to Fight Anxiety

By: Carolyn McCulley

Training our brains to battle anxiety through minor troubles develops emotional stamina to endure harder times. Read more

The Danger of Emotional Affairs

By: Dr. Debbie L. Cherry

Jake has been married to Kim for four years and feels good about how their relationship is going, except for their lack of time together. He admits his job is keeping him away, but he wants the promotion that’s coming up. Read more

How to Cope With Conflict

By: Pastor Jared

In this world, conflict happens. Jesus put it this way: “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Read more

7 Reminders for Task-oriented Parents

By: Cara Plett

You’re likely doing a good job taking care of your children. But how are you at being with them? Read more

Fear and Anxiety in Children: What’s Normal, and What’s Not

By: Focus On The Family

In a young child’s world, so much is new and unfamiliar. When you consider a toddler’s inexperience, coupled with their limited reasoning skills, it’s easy to understand why a toddler might react in fear to a host of benign, everyday things. Read more

Finding Your Spouse in the Friendzone

By: Adam Marshall

Deep and meaningful romantic attachment is the product, not the catalyst, of a loving relationship. Read more

Singles, Feed Your Love Language

By: Suzanne Hadley Gosselin

Love-starved singles may feel like they need to take drastic measures, but there may be a simple solution to getting more love out of your life. Read more

9 Ridiculously Practical Ways to Cultivate a Life of Wisdom

By: J.R. Briggs

The pursuit of wisdom is a valuable, worthy endeavour, and ridiculously practical steps taken regularly can develop wisdom in your life. Read more

Why Self-care Is Important to Your Marriage

By: Amy Van Veen

What fills your tank? Perhaps you already know the answer to this question – as well as why it’s important for your life, your family and your marriage. But if you’re like most, you’ve probably never asked yourself what it is that fills you with joy and energy. Read more