Focus on the Family: Family Minute with Dr. Bill Maier

Organizing a Block Party

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

How can you make an impact for Christ in your neighborhood?

College Preparation

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Graduating from high school isn't the only preparation a child needs to go to college.

Are You Ready for Motherhood?

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

How do you know if you are prepared to be a good mother?

Forgiving Your Spouse

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

What is the first step in developing a divorce-proof marriage?

The Right Way to Volunteer

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Doing volunteer work is a great way to make a difference.

Mom

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 10 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

It's important to honor a mom's contribution to the family.

Nothing Funny about Hurtful Words

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 09 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The words you use with your spouse have a direct impact on your marriage.

Addicted to Busyness

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 08 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Are you addicted to busyness?

Driving Home the Point

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Parents are the number one safety feature when it comes to teen driving.

Making Good Decisions

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 06 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Major decisions need to be based on fact not emotion.

A Comedy of Errors

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 03 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Romantic comedies aren't the best source for showing real-life relationships.

Preconceived Conflict

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 02 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Couples need to resolve unrealistic expectations.

Pregnancy Preparation

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Improving chances for healthily pregnancy require making healthy choices.

Don't Fear Counseling

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Several things a couple should know regarding marriage counseling.

Teens Who Love to Read

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

How do you get your teenager to read?

Dealing with a Self-Centered Friend

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

What do you do with a friend who always has to be the center of attention?

Family Time

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

All families need to have fun together.

Learn to Do Less

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

There is more to life than being efficient and productive.

Serious Stress

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Teen girls today are under unprecedented levels of stress.

Dependence Day

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

How do two independent people foster a healthy relationship when they get married?

Don't Forget to Goof Off

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Are you having a hard time focusing at work?

Dual Pregnancy

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Dads need to be actively involved during pregnancy.

Crisis of Meaninglessness

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

What can cause a teen to act violently?

Expect Failure

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Failing a task doesn't mean you are a failure.

Learning by Doing

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Adults as well as babies learn by doing.

Understanding Power Struggles

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

There is a difference between a power struggle and childish disobedience.

Relief-Valve Therapy

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Stress is a part of normal living. It's unhealthy when it's part of everyday life.

Keep the Flame Burning

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

How do you keep the flames of romance burning when so many other things are going on?

Teaching Toddlers Modesty

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Some teen girls don't have a clue about modesty.

True Contentment

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Are you looking for the secret to true contentment?

A Tough Time

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Adolescence can be a tough time for the teen and the parent.

Job-Loss Blues

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Losing a job can be a stressful transition.

Kids Who Chill!

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

For toddlers, learning to do things can be very stressful.

A Win-Win Marriage

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The principles of a "win-win" business apply in marriage as well.

Secrets of Success

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The difference between those who succeed and those who fail is the willingness to try.

Finding a Place to Serve

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Parents want to teach their children the joy in serving.

Smoke Signals

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Tobacco use among teens is influenced by what they see in the movies.

Who Riled Up the Kids?

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

For most moms, bedtime means lights out and eyes closed.

Not So Newlywed

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

There comes a day when newlyweds realize the honeymoon is over.

The Next Best Step

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

One option for a couple with an unplanned pregnancy is adoption.

Seeing Disability as a Blessing

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Raising a special needs child can be a challenge and a blessing.

Dining Room Romance

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Romance is important in your marriage.

TBD 40 characters or less

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

The career a parent might want for their child may or may not be what the child wants to do.

Prescription Medicines

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

A patient can become addicted to a prescription medication.

Fun Without the Phone

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Does your teen spend more time texting friends rather than talking to them fact-to-face?

A Steward of Good Health

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

We all need to be good steward of our health, time and money.

Anger Management

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Anger management is something everyone needs to practice.

A Good Argument

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

There are healthy and unhealthy ways to argue.

The Right Choice

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

No amount of success is worth losing your family.

Childlike Communication

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT

Our childhood experiences influence our communication styles as adults.

Dealing with a Stray

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

What should a parent do if their child brings home a stray pet?

Worst Case Adolescence

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

What values are your kids soaking up from today's media?

The Sensitive Step-Parent

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

It takes a special person to become an effective step-parent.

Say What You Mean

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Do you feel like your husband doesn't always listen to you?

What Makes a Family Great?

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

How would you define a "great family?"

Tone and Teens

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Could you be causing the breakdown in communication with your teen?

Dealing with a Teen's First Breakup

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT

How can you help your teen get over a romantic breakup?

Despondent Students

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Grades, financial pressures and schoolwork are taking a toll on today's college students.

Maybe, Maybe Not

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT

A marriage build on "maybe" mentality, may not be one that lasts.

Basics of Allergy Testing

stories@family.org (Focus on the Family) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Testing for allergies is not an exact science.