Broadcasts about Boundaries

Confronting with Respect, #4 of 4, #3381

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Confrontation is not always the easiest task for some to manage. The easy way is to blow up, demean, or just plain ignore the person. However, I believe God has much more for each of us to learn about what it means to confront someone and respect them all at the same time. These radio programs outline passages of scripture along with practical helps that aid the listener in moving toward the kind of behavior God has designed for successful relating, even in confrontation.

Confronting with Respect, #3 of 4, #3380

Confrontation is not always the easiest task for some to manage. The easy way is to blow up, demean, or just plain ignore the person. However, I believe God has much more for each of us to learn about what it means to confront someone and respect them all at the same time. These radio programs outline passages of scripture along with practical helps that aid the listener in moving toward the kind of behavior God has designed for successful relating, even in confrontation.

Confronting with Respect, #2 of 4, #3379

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Confrontation is not always the easiest task for some to manage. The easy way is to blow up, demean, or just plain ignore the person. However, I believe God has much more for each of us to learn about what it means to confront someone and respect them all at the same time. These radio programs outline passages of scripture along with practical helps that aid the listener in moving toward the kind of behavior God has designed for successful relating, even in confrontation.

Confronting with Respect, #1 of 4, #3378

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Confrontation is not always the easiest task for some to manage. The easy way is to blow up, demean, or just plain ignore the person. However, I believe God has much more for each of us to learn about what it means to confront someone and respect them all at the same time. These radio programs outline passages of scripture along with practical helps that aid the listener in moving toward the kind of behavior God has designed for successful relating, even in confrontation.

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #5 of 6, #3366

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose - False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #4 of 6, #3365

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose - False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #3 of 6, #3364

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose - False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #2 of 6, #3363

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose - False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #1 of 6, #3362

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication, #4 of 4, #3371

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication is a series of four programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we develop, this series of programs takes a look at the impact of communication that gives double messages to the receiver. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these double messages can be rewritten and relationships loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended.

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication, #3 of 4, #3370

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication is a series of four programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we develop, this series of programs takes a look at the impact of communication that gives double messages to the receiver. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these double messages can be rewritten and relationships loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended.

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication, #2 of 4, #3369

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication is a series of four programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we develop, this series of programs takes a look at the impact of communication that gives double messages to the receiver. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these double messages can be rewritten and relationships loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended.

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication, #1 of 4, #3368

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose: Double Messages in Communication is a series of four programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we develop, this series of programs takes a look at the impact of communication that gives double messages to the receiver. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these double messages can be rewritten and relationships loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended.

Loosening the Noose: False Assumptions, #6 of 6, #3367

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Loosening the Noose - False Assumptions is a series of six programs based on the writings of Brenda Spina. Focusing on varied assumptions we can develop, this series of programs takes a look at FALSE assumptions. This type of communication can strangle the life out of any relationship. Coupled with the healing power of God's love, these beliefs can be rewritten and relationships can be loosed to flourish and thrive as God has always intended

Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #5 of 5, #3318

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 5, the series wraps up with a true story of how the strong-will of a child was a blessing.

Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #3 of 5, #3316

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 3, positive ways to train strong-willed children to be more accepting of limits and boundaries are discussed.

Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #2 of 5, #3315

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 2, positive ways to teach strong-willed children limits and boundaries are discussed.

Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #1 of 5, #3314

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 1, characteristics of strong-willed children are discussed.

Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #4 of 5, #3317

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 4, positive ways to motivate strong-willed children are discussed.

God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #9 of 9, #3313

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

This program is a conversational wrap-up between Lynda Savage and Mary Lambrecht of the series: God’s Fearless Love for Challenging Relationships. It reviews main concepts around challenging relationships: unspoken dreams, communication with challenging individuals, abiding in Christ, Biblical relational models for challenging relationships, and how forgiveness is important.

God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #8 of 9, #3312

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

Program looks at the benefits of forgiveness, including spiritual freedom and hope for the future. Mary Lambrecht shares a personal story of forgiveness and a short testimony of her brother’s salvation in Christ, shortly before he died of AIDS in 1991.

God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #6 of 9, #3310

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

This program explores the concept of Godly boundaries in conflictual relationships, and touches on the topic of abuse.

The Push/Pull of Adolescence, #2 of 2, #3320

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Adolescence is often been described as a second toddlerhood. Parents of adolescents often express to me the dichotomy of the behaviors they see (laughing as they share). I know parents don't always laugh but this program takes two underlying dynamics and describes them in the larger scheme of development for teenagers. Take hope! There is more to the picture than you know!

The Push/Pull of Adolescence, #1 of 2, #3319

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Adolescence is often been described as a second toddlerhood. Parents of adolescents often express to me the dichotomy of the behaviors they see (laughing as they share). I know parents don't always laugh but this radio program takes two underlying dynamics and describes them in the larger scheme of development for teenagers. Take hope! There is more to the picture than you know!

God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #4 of 9, #3308

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

When conflict occurs in a relationship, we can learn to draw from God’s agape love, rather than from our own human love. Through a story of a boy and a horse, this program explores how the principle of abiding in Christ can both help us love others, and also give us wisdom with appropriate boundaries with others.

Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #3 of 3, #3279

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.

Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #2 of 3, #3278

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.

Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #1 of 3, #3277

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.

Launching Your Adolescent #3 of 3, #3259

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

These three programs with Suzan Myhre describe the process of helping our adolescents leave home to enter into the next stage of their lives. We discuss tasks that adolescents need to accomplish to make this transition successful. Also discussed are pitfalls for parents who may unknowingly sabotage the process.

Launching Your Adolescent #2 of 3, #3258

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

These three programs with Suzan Myhre describe the process of helping our adolescents leave home to enter into the next stage of their lives. We discuss tasks that adolescents need to accomplish in order to make leaving home successful. Also discussed are the pitfalls for parents who may unknowingly sabotage the process.

Launching Your Adolescent #1 of 3, #3257

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

These three programs with Suzan Myhre discribe the process of helping our adolescents leave home to enter into the next stage of their lives. We discuss tasks that adolescents need to accomplish to make that successful as well as pitfalls for parents who may unknowingly sabotage the process.

Difficult Emotions #3252

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Difficult feelings, though unwanted, give us information. Lynda Savage discusses how to view difficult emotions and then how to respond to them in this program.

Respecting Yourself/Respecting Others #3 of 3, #3184

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Brenda discusses the definition of respect based on Scripture. Outlined are beliefs that are manifested when one is not respecting themselves as well as ways in which we can respect ourselves and others.

Respecting Yourself/Respecting Others #2 of 3, #3183

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Brenda discusses the definition of respect based on Scripture. Outlined are beliefs that are manifested when one is not respecting themselves as well as ways in which we can respect ourselves and others.

Respecting Yourself/Respecting Others #1 of 3, #3182

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Based on Scripture, Brenda defines the word respect and outlines beliefs that are manifested when one is not respecting themselves as well as ways in which we can respect ourselves and others.

Anxiety, Phobia and Panic: Taking Charge of Your Fears #3 of 3, #3100

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda and Brenda introduce Bob Harmon who shares about his own personal experience of a panic disorder.

Anxiety, Phobia and Panic: Taking Charge of Your Fears #2 of 3, #3099

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Specific symptoms and patterns of thinking associated with anxiety, phobias, and panic are discussed.

Anxiety, Phobia and Panic: Taking Charge of Your Fears #1 of 3, #3098

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Specific symptoms and patterns of thinking associated with anxiety, phobias, and panics are discussed.

God's Timing In Communication #3089

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There are many types of communication that take place in any given day. Explored here is the importance of God's timing in the use of any style of communication.

But I'm The Nice One #2 of 2, #2350

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Being nice and acting nice are two different things. Being nice, at times, means being honest. Have you ever wondered what may happen when the nice one and the honest one connect?

But I'm The Nice One #1 of 2, #2349

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

As you may know, there is a big difference between acting nice and being nice. Is it all an act? The nurturance of honesty in our inward parts with God's help is what will help us know.

Why Women Crash & Men Get Frustrated #3 of 4, #2301

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Ever get to the end of your "emotional rope"? Discussed here are some of the dynamics that happen when women continue to be physically and emotionally overwhelmed.

Why Women Crash & Men Get Frustrated #2 of 3, #2300

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Ever get to the end of your "emotional rope"? Discussed here are some of the dynamics of what happens when women continue to be physically and emotionally overwhelmed.

Why Women Crash & Men Get Frustrated #1 of 3, #2299

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Ever come to the end of your "emotional rope"? Discussed here are some of the ongoing dynamics that take place when women continue to be physically and emotionally overwhelmed.

Boundaries: Murder By Mouth #2 of 2, #2281

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Gossip can be destructive to any relationship and the trust needed to maintain a sense of connectedness. This program takes a look at gossip, its impact on the victim of gossip both at work and at home.

Boundaries: Being Someone You're Not #1 of 2, #2280

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

How important is it really to be honest and reveal your own thoughts or reactions? How does this affect your relationship with others? Let's take a look at what healthy limits look like.

How To Stop Bullying #2 of 2, #3269

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.

How To Stop Bullying #1 of 2, #3268

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Crucial to a child's development is a sense of safety. Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #4 of 4, #2070

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda and Paul wrap up the series with words of encouragement for families to remember.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #3 of 4, #2069

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The last four points, 10 - 13 are explored in this series discussing the characteristics of healthy families.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #2 of 4, #2068

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Points 5-9 of 13 characteristics are discussed by Lynda and Paul.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #1 of 4, #2067

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The first four points 13 are covered in this program.

Authority and Structure in God's Family and Kingdom, #3 of 3, #1245

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There is very much a spiritual component that fights against healthy authority and healthy structure. Listen as Paul and Lynda discuss the powers and principalities and there possible impact on the family.

Authority and Structure in God's Family and Kingdom, #2 of 3, #1244

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Finding ways to speak about authority and structure in a positive manner is important. God is for us. It is a part of His design that healthy structure along with loving authority provide an atmosphere of growth in Him.

Authority and Structure in God's Family and Kingdom #1 of 3, #1243

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion focuses on defining what authority and structure in God's family and kingdom means.

Success and Family Loyalty #4 of 4, #1143

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The discussion of family loyalties wraps up by taking a look at the impact family loyalties have on the marital relationship.

Success and Family Loyalty #3 of 4, #1142

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

One of the challenges faced when looking at loyalty to the family is the following questions: Do you dare go beyond the success your parents achieved? How obligated are you to the family of origin parameters?

Success and Family Loyalty #2 of 4, #1141

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Where should your loyalties be? Sometimes if feels unclear whether one is to be loyal to one's family of origin or to the marriage or...?

Success and Family Loyalty #1 of 4, #1140

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Every family has a set of expectations that they put on one another about how each person is to be. Sometimes those loyalties may feel inhibiting in one's growth.

What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #3 of 3, #853

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Not sure chores will work? Here's some things to do when you run into difficulty.

What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #2 of 3, #852

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Household chores, when allowed to be age appropriate, help children grow. Chores provide children with much needed skills relationally, physically, and emotionally.

What Makes Good One on One Relationships: Wrap Up #4 of 4, #779

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda and Paul take time to recap the important points of discussion and wrap up the series.

What Makes Good One on One Relationships: Enjoyment #3 or 4, #778

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Join Lynda and Paul as they discuss enjoying time together with someone who is special to you.

Family Systems: Boundaries and Atmosphere #3 of 3, #731

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussing families and the development of boundaries would not be complete without taking a look at how boundaries change and the factors that influence this change.

Family Systems: Family Boundaries #2 of 3, #730

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program continues the discussion of limits and boundaries in the family system and how they are formed.

Family Systems #1 of 3, #729

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Why do family systems exist and what are they? Join us as we talk about limits and boundaries of the family system and how they are formed.

Family Life of Jacob: Leah's Disposition #624

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Continuing discussion of Jacob's family life focusing on Leah and the disposition she brought to the situation.

Family Life of Jacob: Background of His Marriages #622

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Dynamics explored around the marriage of Jacob to wives Leah and Rachel

Family Life of Jacob: His Family & Coalitions #621

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Taking a look at the family life of Jacob and lessons to learn for our time.

I Can't Express Feelings #574

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Paul and Lynda discuss how to speak to and share with another person without blaming them.

Feelings of Success #573

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Comparing two different people to one another is a tenuous choice of behavior. Discussed in this program is the issue of comparison and its effects on relationships.

Agreeing to Disagree #572

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program reminds us that each individual does not have the entire picture of a situation and how this needs to be remembered during a discussion.

Expressing Appreciation #571

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Who doesn't like to be appreciated? This program presents ways to properly express appreciation in a relationship.

Feeling Appreciated #570

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Giving and receiving in relationships is basic to the relationships foundation. Learning to give without expecting an appreciative response is part of the process of loving as Christ loves. Discussed is how to show appreciation and how it affects relationships.

Expressing Feelings #569

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

One of the challenges of any relationship is knowing how to express what it is we think and feel. Discussed in this program is the "how to's" of putting our feelings and wants into words.

Marriage - Agreements, Wants and Changes #568

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The marital relationship has a way of challenging every aspect of our personhood. This programs discusses how to discuss the challenges of changing or accepting the differences between two people.

Read My Mind #567

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The second program in a series of nine, Lynda presents ways in which individuals may improve their speaking and listening skills to make our thoughts clear.

Read My Mind #566

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This series of programs presents and discusses assumptions we all may make that contribute to relationships experiencing difficulty