Messy Parenting: Powerful and Practical Ways to Strengthen Family Connections

by Lori Wildenberg, Nan McNamara (Narrated by)

Overview

As parents, we long for our kids to have family relationships that last a lifetime. But how do we create an atmosphere for connection on this messy journey of parenting? The Messy Life of Parenting shows you small changes you can make now to build lasting relationships, even when the going gets tough. By applying God's design for interdependence, you'll be able to: strengthen family relationships, encourage leadership skills, distinguish between enabling and helping, discuss without creating division, and so much more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781545908921
Publisher:	christianaudio.com
Publication date:	08/20/2018
Edition description:	Unabridged
Product dimensions:	6.38(w) x 5.44(h) x 0.56(d)

About the Author

Lori Wildenberg, mom of four, licensed parent and family educator, and national speaker, is passionate about helping families build connections that last a lifetime. The author and coauthor of five parenting books, she is also the cofounder of 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting Ministry and lead mentor mom at the Moms Together Facebook community. The Wildenbergs' home is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

Table of Contents

Introduction The Deception About Connection 9

Chapter 1 The Attachment Truth 15

Chapter 2 Healing through Relational Ties 27

Chapter 3 Messages that Bond 40

Chapter 4 Conflict Doesn't Mean Separation 53

Chapter 5 Drawn Together with People Smarts 68

Chapter 6 Simple Everyday Connections 80

Chapter 7 Watch for Loose Links 97

Chapter 8 The All-About-Me Disconnect 110

Chapter 9 The Synergy of Effective Leadership 121

Chapter 10 Make Necessary Adjustments 134

Chapter 11 Supernatural Connection 148

Conclusion The Declaration of Interdependence 162

Appendix

101 Affirmations to Bless Your Child's Heart 167

Emotional Safety Evaluation 171

Emotional Intelligence Assessment 172

Soft Skills Evaluation 174

40 Great Ways to Connect 175

12 Dating Red Flags to Share with Your Son 177

12 Dating Warning Signs to Share with Your Daughter 179

Cultural Christianity Inventory 181

Bring It Home Discussion and Reflection 182

Index 189

Suggested Resources for Parents, Grandparents, and Pastors 191

About the Author 192