The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. How can moms stay sane and focused in everyday life? Arlene shares a special Mother's Day message to remind you of what's most important in raising your kiddos. Hint: It's not getting into the right college or getting them more followers on social media. How can you equip your kids for adulthood and do it with joy and purpose? In this message, Arlene talks about: 2:00 What are some things that wouldn’t happen without mom? 4:20 Should I bring my child’s tablet to school when he forgets it? 7:50 The boy Samuel grew in these ways 11:30 Helping your child do things they don’t feel like doing 14:00 The true measure of success 17:50 Launching an adult who loves God doesn’t happen by accident 21:45 A word to single moms Arlene Pellicane is the host of the Happy Home podcast, speaker, and author of several books including Screen Kids and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have three kids and live in San Diego. Visit Arlene's website: https://arlenepellicane.com/ Check out Arlene's video courses: https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/ Get Arlene's book 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0736963502/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com More Resources for Your Family: Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Imagine what it would be like to move your family of 8 across the ocean only to find out your job had been canceled? That's what happened in the Smallbone family who you probably know as the band For King and Country. Joel Smallbone is here to talk about growing up without a proper bed but with a front-row seat to miracles. He's here to talk about his new film, Unsung Hero. Joel Smallbone is one-half of the 4 time Grammy award-winning duo For King and Country with his brother Luke. They have generated over 2 billion streams, 10 GMA Dove awards, and 17 KLOVE fan awards. You know their songs from For God is With Us, God Only Knows, Joy, and Together. The new movie chronicling their family’s journey from Australia to America is called Unsung Hero. It opens in theaters nationwide on April 26. To find out more about Unsung Hero, go to unsunghero.movie Listen to Helen Smallbone's podcast, MumLife Community on AccessMore accessmore.com/pd/MumLife-Community Not feeling too happy as a mom? Get the encouragement you need today in Arlene's book, 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom. A lot can happen in 31 days! amazon.com/gp/product/0736963502/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com More Resources for Your Family: Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and for more shows like this, check out AccessMore! Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. When your schedule gets fuller and fuller, what ends up happening in your life? Do you feel happier or just more exhausted? A full schedule does not equal a fulfilled life. Many times being too busy is the problem. If you are tired of being tired, author Jess Connolly is here with ideas for slowing down, creating healthier rhythms, and resting (even when you have kids!). In today's candid conversation, you'll learn: 2:28 The harmful narrative that wives often think about their husbands 4:45 When we start living tired... 8:42 Why we sometimes just push through the warning signs of being fatigued 11:41 Its okay to go on “low power mode” 18:44 If you are in a “hustle” season, do this 21:05 How to mentally rebuild yourself through breath prayer 23:05 Setting healthy rhythms that help us connect with God 27:03 You don’t have to wait until your kids are grown to rest Jess Connolly is an author, Bible teacher, podcaster and coach. She and her husband Nick planted Bright City Church in Charleston, South Carolina where they live with their 4 kids. Her other books include Wild and Free, and You are the Girl for the Job. Learn about Jess Connolly and the book we talked about on today's episode, Tired of Being Tired. jessconnolly.com Tired of being on your phone too much? Read Arlene's book Calm, Cool, and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life. amazon.com/gp/product/080249613X/?tag=arlenpelli-20 Great news! The Parents Rising Conference sessions can now be watched from home! Purchase access to the conference videos and mp3s at happyhomeuniversity.com/conference Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.com More Resources for Your Family: Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Does your child struggle with being lonely? It is heartbreaking when a son or daughter says, "I don't have any friends." Loneliness is something we all experience from time to time. How can we help our kids know they are not alone because they are loved by us and more importantly, by God? Beloved author Max Lucado is here to shout good news to every soul. His new children's book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone, will bring comfort to you and your kids. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:20 Receive this encouragement not just for your kids, but for you 7:44 How has technology affected the way a family communicates 11:37 How can we as parents become “missionaries” for our children 17:20 What to say to your child who may feel lonely at school 20:06 How can you help your child when you feel lonely yourself? 22:47 How to avoid leaving marriage behind while raising your kids Max Lucado is a prolific author, pastor, and host of the Encouraging Word podcast on AccessMore. He's written more than 40 books since the 1980s that have been translated into 50 languages, selling more than 145 million copies worldwide. He's been dubbed "America's Pastor" by Christianity Today and "The Best Preacher in America" by Reader's Digest. He serves the people of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio TX. Learn about Max Lucado and his new children's book we talked about on today's episode, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. maxlucado.comGreat news! The Parents Rising Conference sessions can now be watched at home! Purchase access to the conference videos and mp3s at happyhomeuniversity.com/conferenceHave a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.comMore Resources for Your Family:Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribeWatch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel @arlenehappyhomeEvery girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Your child has disobeyed you for the tenth time and it's only 9 AM. How do you get your children to do what you tell them to do? Maybe you've tried rewards and punishments but find they aren't working as well as they used to. Dr. Scott Turansky will fill your parenting toolbox with exactly what you need to reach the heart of your child effectively and thus change behavior. This is an episode you won't want to miss if you have been frustrated with your child's behavior or attitude lately. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:25 What is meant by the word "heart"? Is it the same as emotions? 4:55 How to be firm with your children while maintaining the love in your relationship 10:30 Training yourself to become a firmer parent 12:28 When correcting your child, try this instead of a time-out 17:50 How to “take a break” even with your teen 19:39 What if my child is totally unmotivated to do the right thing?22:53 Start with spiritual development 26:28 How to think positively about your child when they are not cooperating Dr. Scott Turansky is the co-founder of the National Center for Biblical Parenting. He holds two master's degrees from Western Seminary and his doctorate from Fuller. He and his wife Carrie have 5 children and 11 grandchildren. He’s been a pastor for more than 40 years and has trained over 400 parent coaches. He’s written several books including "Motivate Your Child" and the "Christian Parenting Handbook". Learn about Dr. Turansky and the book we talked about on today's episode, Parenting is Heart Work at biblicalparenting.orgGreat news! The Parents Rising Conference can now be experienced at home! Purchase access to the conference videos and mp3s at happyhomeuniversity.com/conferenceHave a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.comMore Resources for Your Family:Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribeWatch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel @arlenehappyhomeEvery girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Our kids are growing up in a confusing world where wrong seems right. How do you plant godly values in the heart of your child? Today's guest Adam Griffin will help us prepare our kids to live for Christ in a world that doesn't. Even in a hostile culture, our kids can learn to do the right thing and it starts with immersing them in the Word of God. We're talking about Adam Griffin's new kid devotional, "When Wrong Seems Right - A Kids Bible Study on Making Good Choices." You'll hear about: 4:15 Why your child shouldn’t “follow their heart” 7:03 How to seek God, not Google, in our families 12:20 How to model being a follower of Christ to your kids 15:55 Getting your kids into studying the Bible when they are not interested 20:13 Explaining the fear of God to your kids 24:28 God gave you your kids for YOU to parent them 28:17 Raising boys who know who they are in Christ Adam Griffin is the lead pastor of Eastside Community Church in Dallas, Texas. He is the host of the Family Discipleship Podcast and the author of several books and resources for families including his newest book, "When Wrong Seems Right - A Kids Bible Study on Making Good Choices." You can connect with Adam Griffin at FamilyDiscipleship.com Great news! The Parents Rising Conference can now be experienced at home! Purchase access to the conference videos and mp3s at happyhomeuniversity.com/conference Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! speaking@arlenepellicane.comEvery girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. If you could make a wish, what would you wish for? Sometimes we stop hoping and dreaming because it seems to lead only to disappointment. If you want to move forward in your life, even when it hurts to hope again, this episode is just for you.  Rachel Miller shares from her new book "When It Hurts to Hope: Honest Conversations about Living with Unmet Longing." We're going to talk about: 3:35 You're not alone. Everyone has “unmet longing.” 9:07 Here’s something we can all learn from newlyweds... 11:25 How do we still believe God is good when we don’t get what we want? 15:12 How to be a friend to someone who has an unmet longing  20:10 Living between pessimism and optimism during tough times  26:43 How community can help when we get lonely 29:25 If you are going through a hard time, do this Rachel Miller has written for Lifeway, YouVersion, Proverbs 31 MInistries, The Daily Wire and Ramsey Solutions. Her new book is "When It Hurts to Hope: Honest conversations about living with unmet longing." rachelmillerauthor.com You can follow Rachel on Instagram @rachel.s.miller Get plan and hope for your family's technology use and read Screen Kids by Arlene and Dr. Gary Chapman. More Resources for Your Family: Subscribe to Arlene's free email list where she shares what she is learning in her home for yours. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's Happy Home YouTube Channel @arlenehappyhome Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.