If you’re not satisfied with what your parenting looks like today, maybe becoming a better mom or dad is more about reframing what you already do than finding new tips and tricks that “work” with your kids. In this episode, Connected Families Co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson discuss the powerful practice of transforming discouraging mental “tapes” into grace-filled, constructive thoughts aligned with biblical truth. The Jacksons share practical examples of common negative thoughts like “This is just too much!” or “I shouldn’t have to deal with this!” and offer redemptive reframes that lead to greater connection with your kids and make room for God’s transforming work in your family.

Mentioned in this podcast:

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• The Blessing by John Trent, Gary Smalley, and Kari Trent Stageberg
  
  
• John 10:10
  
  
• 2 Corinthians 10:5
  
  
• Romans 15:13
  
  
• Isaiah 62:2
  
  
• Ephesians 1 & 2
  

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Guest bio:

Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.

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