Hey Dad... Can You Talk?

Join Bailey and her Dad, Toby, in a podcast episode tackling the challenges of the back-to-school transition. Gain practical advice on supporting your child's mental wellness as they navigate this phase and beyond. Toby, drawing from personal experience, highlights the value of open communication, addressing anxieties, and maintaining a healthy rhythm throughout the school year. Discover insights on recognizing vulnerability during transitions, prioritizing rest, nurturing self-worth, and integrating faith-based discussions into daily life. Toby introduces "Team Goby,” a new resource aiding parents in fostering mental wellness and spiritual growth. Whether you're amidst back-to-school chaos or seeking guidance for your child's emotional and spiritual well-being, this episode provides actionable steps and wisdom. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation, equipping you to navigate transitions with grace.

HAPPY SUMMER, FAM!

HOORAY for 50 EPISODES! Today we celebrate 50 episodes of the Hey Dad podcast. Thank you SO much for being here. It means the world to us!

In honor of May being mental health month, on today's episode Dad gives 4 pieces of advice to parents on how to take care of your own mental health and how to cultivate a mentally healthy child. You don't want to miss it!

Have you ever thought about a few core values that you want to instill in your kids? Lately I've been really focused on gratitude in my family and so I asked Dad what his core values were for our family growing up, why he chose them and how he was intentional in cultivating them in my brother and I. We chatted about gratitude, respect, responsibility and resiliency. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Press play, why dontcha?!

When things get messy in our world, how do we lead our family? When we don't have answers, what do we say to our questioning kids? When things feel scary and unknown, how do we keep moving forward when it feels impossible? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, go ahead and press play because today's episode is for you. And I have a feeling it's for everyone.

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Our kiddos can struggle with some pretty big feelings, can't they? Sometimes it is hard to know how to allow them to feel their feelings in a healthy way. To be honest, it can be hard to know how to do that as adults too! On this episode, Dad and I talk about feelings, losing vs being a loser, parenting as a team and more. Press play and listen in - you'll be glad you did.

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Can we all admit that it is SO HARD to watch our kids struggle? Not only that, but then there's the personal struggle that we face of being disappointed when our kids (i said WHEN not IF) make poor choices. That is what me and Dad chat about today and I think everyone will be able to relate in some way. 

TABLE TALK QUESTIONS:

• What do you like best about being in this family?
• What is something you do that makes you proud?

Do you ever wonder what your relationship with your kids will be like when they become adults? Do you have almost adult kids or already adult kids and you just wonder how to grow in your relationship with them? Press play and listen in because me and Dad talk about seasons in parenting and it's a good one!

Do you have a question for Dad or a topic you'd like discussed on an upcoming episode? Email your question or suggestion to bailey@beagoby.com.

It feels really hard to admit when you're in a hard season with your kids, doesn't it? How about those times when you love your child but you really don't like them? I know, from conversations with friends, that I'm not the only one who goes through this. On this episode Dad and I talk about this very topic and I think it's one you won't want to miss. Press play and let's call Dad!

Take Back the Table questions:

What is something about yourself that you're proud of?

What is something about your brother or your sister that makes you feel proud?

If you're feeling alone or just need some prayer, text us at 940-329-5049 and one of our team members will respond and walk alongside you.

Do you have a question for Dad or a topic you'd like discussed on an upcoming episode? Email your question or suggestion to bailey@beagoby.com.

Have you ever felt lonely? It seems that we are the most "connected" in our day and age but yet at the same time, we are actually the most disconnected. On todays' episode, Dad and I talk about why we might feel lonely and some ways that we can tangibly combat loneliness. 

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We tend to make lofty goals at the beginning of each new year and then... interruptions aka life happens. Amirite? Today Dad and I talk about what to do when our plans and goals don't go as planned and how we can pivot our mindset. Press play and enjoy!

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Want to kick of 2023 with some weekly encouragement from our Goby team? Text betterdaysahead to 940-329-5049 and we will send you a few texts each week during the month of January! Or if you're feeling alone or just need some prayer, text not alone to the same number and one of our team members will respond and walk alongside you.

Do you have a question for Dad or a topic you'd like discussed on an upcoming episode? Email your question or suggestion to bailey@beagoby.com.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, GOBIES!  On this episode, Dad and I talk about how to start the new year thinking a little differently than setting lofty resolutions. What if we began this year with the end in mind? Press play and let's get this new year started right!

Want to kick of 2023 with some weekly encouragement from our Goby team? Text betterdaysahead to 940-329-5049 and we will send you a few texts each week during the month of January! Or if you're feeling alone or just need some prayer, text not alone to the same number and one of our team members will respond and walk alongside you.

Do you have a question for Dad or a topic you'd like discussed on an upcoming episode? Email your question or suggestion to bailey@beagoby.com.

The holiday season can be some of the most isolating times for people who are battling for their mental wellness. Even the most connected people, with seemingly robust social lives and networks feel alone in this battle. 

This is why Goby Ministries has created the Not Alone Campaign. #NotAlone is a call to action to commit to not letting isolation win. Whether that is for you or for somebody you know.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with life, raise your hand. Speak up, speak out and engage in the conversation. Because one of the most effective interventions for loneliness is intentional connection. Help us build a community that can believe together, we can take one more step, one more breath and give one more word of encouragement.

We are #NotAlone.

Text Not Alone to 940-329-5049 for connection and community and share the number with others!

Are you lacking energy? With the busiest time of the year, who ISN'T wishing they had some more energy? Press play and listen in on today's convo while me and Dad talk about ways to intentionally conserve energy during this holiday season.

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The holiday season can be some of the most isolating times for people who are battling for their mental wellness. Even the most connected people, with seemingly robust social lives and networks feel alone in this battle.

This is why Goby Ministries has created the Not Alone Campaign. #NotAlone is a call to action to commit to not letting isolation win. Whether that is for you or for somebody you know.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with life, raise your hand. Speak up, speak out and engage in the conversation. Because one of the most effective interventions for loneliness is intentional connection. Help us build a community that can believe together, we can take one more step, one more breath and give one more word of encouragement.

We are #NotAlone.

Text Not Alone to 940-329-5049 for connection and community and share the number with others!

Today me, Dad, and Ross talk about negative thoughts and YALL it was a good one! I took sooo many notes and am walking away with practical tools and steps to implement like right now!

The holiday season can be some of the most isolating times for people who are battling for their mental wellness. Even the most connected people, with seemingly robust social lives and networks feel alone in this battle.

This is why Goby Ministries has created the Not Alone Campaign. #NotAlone is a call to action to commit to not letting isolation win. Whether that is for you or for somebody you know.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with life, raise your hand. Speak up, speak out and engage in the conversation. Because one of the most effective interventions for loneliness is intentional connection. Help us build a community that can believe together, we can take one more step, one more breath and give one more word of encouragement.

We are #NotAlone.

Text Not Alone to 940-329-5049 for connection and community and share the number with others!

The holiday season can be some of the most isolating times for people who are battling for their mental wellness. Even the most connected people, with seemingly robust social lives and networks feel alone in this battle.

This is why Goby Ministries has created the Not Alone Campaign. #NotAlone is a call to action to commit to not letting isolation win. Whether that is for you or for somebody you know.

Today me, Dad and Ross talk about shame and how this season can trigger these thoughts. Shame is something we all face at varying degrees and we discuss how to recognize it and then what to do from there. 

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with life, raise your hand. Speak up, speak out and engage in the conversation. Because one of the most effective interventions for loneliness is intentional connection. Help us build a community that can believe together, we can take one more step, one more breath and give one more word of encouragement.

We are #NotAlone.

Text Not Alone to 940-329-5049 for connection and community and share the number with others!

Isolation makes us vulnerable. It is in isolation, lies overcome our reality. Telling us we are broken. Not good enough. We are the only ones who feel this way.

That isn’t true. And if you are battling for your mental wellness, you are #NotAlone.

The holiday season can be some of the most isolating times for people who are battling for their mental wellness. Even the most connected people, with seemingly robust social lives and networks feel alone in this battle.

This is why Goby Ministries has created the Not Alone Campaign. #NotAlone is a call to action to commit to not letting isolation win. Whether that is for you or for somebody you know.

Today me and Dad talk about the campaign, why this is so important to us and ways you can get involved. Dad discusses isolation and ways that we can set out of isolation as well as help others around us feel not alone.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with life, raise your hand. Speak up, speak out and engage in the conversation. Because one of the most effective interventions for loneliness is intentional connection. Help us build a community that can believe together, we can take one more step, one more breath and give one more word of encouragement.

We are #NotAlone.

Text Not Alone to 940-329-5049 for connection and community and share the number with others!

It's Holiday Prep, Week 3! 

The holidays are quickly approaching- can you believe it? As much as we are itching to prep our homes, our budgets or our grocery lists, it is even more important that we prep ourselves mentally. Press play and listen in as Dad talks about a few ways we can be proactive in making sure we are the healthiest version of ourselves this holiday season!

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The holidays are quickly approaching- can you believe it? As much as we are itching to prep our homes, our budgets or our grocery lists, it is even more important that we prep ourselves mentally. Press play and listen in as Dad talks about a few ways we can be proactive in making sure we are the healthiest version of ourselves this holiday season!

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The holidays are quickly approaching- can you believe it? As much as we are itching to prep our homes, our budgets or our grocery lists, it is even more important that we prep ourselves mentally. Press play and listen in as Dad talks about a few ways we can be proactive in making sure we are the healthiest version of ourselves this holiday season! 

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You're in for a treat today!!! Ross- my brother and Toby's son- is on the pod with us  and he is just a delight! He is a life long learner and very wise - I learn something new from him all of the time! He has much to say about his experience growing up with a Dad who struggled with his mental wellness including how it has affected the trajectory of his life and who he is today. Press play and don't miss this one!

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Today the roles are reversed!!!! Toby interviews Bailey as he asks her about what it's been like having a father who has mental health struggles, how it has impacted her life and relationships and why the message of Goby is so important to her. 

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Everyone meet Mika also known as... Mom!

You may have heard Mom on a previous podcast but today she is back! Press play and hear Mom share a little more about herself and why she is the woman she is today. Also listen as she talks about what it looks like to love and support someone who is struggling. Then, share with a friend who may need to hear this exact episode. You are not alone.

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Be sure and email bailey@beagoby.com to sign up for our Hey Dad Small Groups! We meet biweekly via zoom and it is such a wonderful way that we get to swim upstream together and help one another along the way.

You can also email Bailey to submit any topics/questions you have that can be discussed on our next Live Q&A.

Have a prayer request? Email prayer@beagoby.com and our team will be praying for you!

Boy do we have a treat for you! Press play and listen in on our first ever LIVE recorded Q&A!

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Be sure and email bailey@beagoby.com to sign up for our Hey Dad Small Groups! We meet biweekly via zoom and it is such a wonderful way that we get to swim upstream together and help one another along the way. 

You can also email Bailey to submit any topics/questions you have that can be discussed on our next Live Q&A. 

Have a prayer request? Email prayer@beagoby.com and our team will be praying for you!

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Be sure to email bailey@beagoby.com to be apart of our hey dad small groups that meet on zoom every other week!

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LIVE Hey Dad Q & A on Tuesday, Sept 27th at 7pm CST! Email bailey@beagoby to get the zoom link! 

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All smiles for today's episode! Today Dad and I talk about intentionally celebrating and making memories as a family. When you're raising kids- whether they are young, teens, or grown- things can feel heavy and hard at times. That is why it is so important to take time to encourage and celebrate one another. It takes intentionality but today Dad gives great wisdom on this topic. Today's convo will lift your spirits and maybe even make you want to go out and buy some whipped cream! Press play to see what I mean!

Swimming upstream with you,

Bailey and Toby

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As I scroll any app this time of the year, first day of school pictures and newly decorated dorm rooms fill my feed. It’s really easy to look at the bright smiles, new outfits, and brand new bedding and assume that everyone else has their life together. On today’s episode we chat about the comparison trap - how we can recognize it in ourselves and ways to fight it. You aren’t the only one who battles this- so many other parents do too. Comparison can slowly chip away at our mental health but there is an alternative! Press play and listen as Dad shares ways to flip the script and change our mindset for the better. And when we are the healthiest versions of ourselves, we are prepared to help our kids be their healthiest version too!

Swimming upstream with you,

Bailey and Toby

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The beginning of the school year usually means schedules get busier. Between extra curricular activities and homework, there isn’t much time left for anything else. It’s easy, as parents, to put our heads down and do what needs to be done on our checklist. Get the kids to school, go to work, pick the kids up, cook dinner, fix lunches, read books, do bedtime, and everything else that comes between! So how as parents are we supposed to be intentional with our relationships? We talk often on the podcast about the importance of community but how do we do that amidst our busy schedules? Today I ask Dad that very question! Press play and listen to what he has to say. We are glad to have you back!

Thanks for listening!

-Bailey and Toby

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Here we are again! Today Dad and I continue the conversation surrounding back to school. We dive a little deeper into the area of back to school routines and I share some real life struggles that I’ve faced as my kiddos have already been back at school for a few weeks. Here’s to hoping y’all can learn from my own mistakes! Dad shares alot of wisdom on ways we can be intentional with our kids and also with our spouses. You are definitely going to walk away with some super powerful takeaways!

As always, thanks so much for listening!

🧡, 

Bailey and Toby

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We are backkkkk! We hope you've had a great summer full of friends, family, fun and some good A/C! (At least if you live in the South where it's been hot as all get-out!) Dad and I are super excited to bring you along for some fresh new conversations this semester. You can expect to leave each conversation with nuggets of wisdom, practical tips/resources and of course some laughs... and maybe some tears at times.  

Whether you are ready or not, the First Day of School is mostly likely headed your way. Today Dad and I spend some time talking about ways that you and your family can start strong and be intentional in order to make this the very best school year yet! Press play and settle in for a convo that I know will help recalibrate your focus when it comes to beginning school!

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Throughout the month of June we will be re-airing some of our greatest hits from season one! Today's episode is a re-air of episode 13!

Today we have a VERY special guest and her name is... Mom. Just kidding, her name is Mika, but she is Mom to me. She is wife and best friend to Toby and Honey to her grandkids. She is loved by so many and I am elated that our podcast family (that's you!) is getting the chance to glean from this woman's wisdom. Up until this point, Dad has shared a lot about his journey with panic attacks and anxiety. But it has not only been a journey for him, it has also been a journey for my Mom, too. Today she shares her story. She shares how she felt when he first admitted he was struggling, who was her source of comfort, what she has learned along the way, and so much more. This is a side to the story that we don't often get to hear, so lean in and listen close. Oh and also grab some tissues, because I think you'll probably want a few on hand for this episode. Don't forget to also share with someone you know would benefit from listening. There's power in a "me too" moment and we want others to know they're not alone as they love and support someone else who is struggling.

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Throughout the month of June we will be re-airing some of our greatest hits from season one! Today's episode is a re-air of episode 8!

In a world full of filtered photos and targeted ads, how can we really see ourselves how God sees us? We are prone to look in the mirror and just see what everyone else sees- to see the things we think are wrong or the things we think need fixing. And then, how do we even begin to help our kids with this same thing, if we struggle with it as adults? Press play and listen in while Bailey and Toby discuss this very topic. I think you will realize that you aren't alone and God sees you just as He made you - as His masterpiece.

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Scripture References:

Psalm 121:1-2, Ephesians 2:10

Throughout the month of June we will be re-airing some of our greatest hits from season one! Today's episode is a re-air of episode 3!

Does your kid ever act out in front of others and suddenly you’re in a ball of sweat? Have you ever walked away from an interaction with someone, your heart pounding, and then couldn’t stop thinking about it all day? You get in a funk and you just can’t get out? Well you aren’t alone. Listen in while Bailey and Toby talk openly about these very common struggles many people face. We know you'll leave the convo feeling empowered and encouraged!

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Throughout the month of June we will be re-airing some of our greatest hits from season one! Today's episode is a re-air of episode 2!

This week Toby shares his personal story of a real storm that he has battled in his life- panic and anxiety. He and Bailey chat about what it looks like to talk about mental health with your kids and also how to model what a healthy parent does when they’re struggling. You don't want to miss it!

When tragedy strikes, in any form, how as parents should we handle it? What do we say to our kids? For me it is easy to freeze up and say nothing because I am unsure of what to do. For others, you may handle it differently. Just a day or two before this episode was recorded, the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas took place. Press play and listen as I talk to Dad candidly about how to stay mentally healthy during times of tragedy.

As we move into the summer, a new season brings fun and excitement! But these types of transitions can also bring about changes that may feel overwhelming or just unknown. In this candid conversation, I talk to Dad about the expectations and pressures I feel as a mom when it comes to summer and how I don't always know how to handle them. To be honest, we recorded this on the first day of summer when all of my kids were home and it made recording a podcast pretty interesting. So you just might hear from a tiny surprise guest! The honest conversation I have with Dad today may include some things that you also feel, but you're nervous to admit or tell someone about. If change is something that tends to affect your mental health or just overwhelms you in general, I hope you listen today and know you aren't alone.

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Today we have a VERY special guest and her name is... Mom. Just kidding, her name is Mika, but she is Mom to me. She is wife and best friend to Toby and Honey to her grandkids. She is loved by so many and I am elated that our podcast family (that's you!) is getting the chance to glean from this woman's wisdom. Up until this point, Dad has shared a lot about his journey with panic attacks and anxiety. But it has not only been a journey for him, it has also been a journey for my Mom, too. Today she shares her story. She shares how she felt when he first admitted he was struggling, who was her source of comfort, what she has learned along the way, and so much more. This is a side to the story that we don't often get to hear, so lean in and listen close. Oh and also grab some tissues, because I think you'll probably want a few on hand for this episode. Don't forget to also share with someone you know would benefit from listening. There's power in a "me too" moment and we want others to know they're not alone as they love and support someone else who is struggling. 

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Y'all know what it's like to have an intrusive thought that scares you so badly, you mentally head into a downward spiral? Or you have a child who is so scared of the dark, they won't go in a room on their own? What about a teenager who is about to take on new responsibilities- a job, a move to college, etc- and yet they just don't seem to be themselves? Maybe you keep these "irrational" fears, which seem very rational in the moment, locked up inside and actually don't know where to go from here? Maybe you feel like you're the only one. Well, you aren't. Press play and listen while Dad and I discuss this very real struggle that many of us have as we continue our conversation surrounding Mental Health Awareness month. 

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As Mental Health Awareness month begins, we are excited to be a part of helpful conversations regarding mental health. We are comfortable talking and sharing about this topic but we know that it is often viewed as a taboo thing to discuss. Today we are going to to begin an ongoing conversation surrounding mental health as we talk about what it looks like when someone is struggling at various ages, how to support them, what to do and what not to do, and more. Press play and listen as me and Dad have a normal but important conversation that we believe is relevant and necessary for everyone.

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If we don’t feel worthy of God’s love, of God’s generosity-if we don’t see ourselves the way God sees us, we will never be able to see others the way He sees them. And treating others the way God treats us is really what it’s all about, wouldn’t you agree? It’s the Golden Rule and most people would say “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”  But what does that mean for you and me? How can we live out the Golden Rule in our everyday lives? And how can we model this for the kids in our life? Today I call Dad to talk about this topic and I know you're going to want to press play asap! 

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A big question that parents often have is, "How do I help my child develop and grow in their own faith?". On today's episode, we talk about just that. It's a topic that, as a parent, you may feel uncertain about. And maybe you just have never had anyone to discuss this kind of question with. Well, settle in, press play and listen to Dad give his two (or three) cents of wisdom. I promise you'll walk away with multiple helpful nuggets that you'll want to keep in your back pocket as you begin or continue to raise your kiddos to have a real relationship with Jesus. 

In a world full of filtered photos and targeted ads, how can we really see ourselves how God sees us? We are prone to look in the mirror and just see what everyone else sees- to see the things we think are wrong or the things we think need fixing. And then, how do we even begin to help our kids with this same thing, if we struggle with it as adults? Press play and listen in while Bailey and Toby discuss this very topic. I think you will realize that you aren't alone and God sees you just as He made you - as His masterpiece.

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Psalm 121:1-2, Ephesians 2:10

Identity can be a word that get's thrown around and honestly can feel... daunting. As a parent, we have a huge responsibility to nurture the identity of our children and help our kids really understand WHO they are and WHOSE they are. But how do we practically help our kids understand how God sees them? What does that look like in the day to day? Dad answers that question today and I know you're going to want to press play and give today's episode a listen. 

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Sometimes it feels like a lot of work to build and maintain healthy relationships. But these relationships are essential for our mental and emotional health. When we are too busy, too tired, or too stressed out, it can be hard to find the time to build those relationships. In today's episode, Bailey and Toby talk about why community is so important. Toby shares wisdom regarding friendships that he and his wife Mika have learned in all of the different seasons of life they've walked through. Maybe grab a few tissues and then go on and hit play. Settle in for a heart warming conversation that will for sure open your heart to the importance of spiritual family in your life. 

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Does your world feel a little heavy? We know the feeling. We have experienced moments where we've felt like somebody should get a 15-yard penalty for piling on. If you are a church leader, your families are feeling it-and if you are a parent or a teacher-your kids are feeling it.

Join us as we talk about this very topic- feeling overwhelmed when things that are out of our control seem to be spiraling around us. We don't believe, not even for a second, that we were created to feel overwhelmed by the world. There is something we can do about it, and God wants to help us along the way. Let's talk about what that looks like practically in our lives, the lives of our kids and the lives of those around us.

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Are you breathing? Do you have relationships with people? If you answered yes to both of these questions then you probably have had some kind of hiccup when it comes to communication. In today’s episode we talk about the art of communication in marriage, with friends, and with our kids. It can be a little uncomfortable and honestly a little painful to get better at something. So, if you are wanting to increase your communication skills, just know it can take a bit of work, but we promise it will be worth it!

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