“Some of these hidden behaviors that we talk about are gossip and forgiveness, criticizing others, judging others. And these are all things that God talks about in His word and how to handle these things. And His word is the greatest authority.” – Dr. Magdalena Battles.

Dr. Magdalena Battles has a Ph.D. in psychology, a master’s degree in professional counseling from Liberty University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology. After the completion of her doctorate in 2005, she went on to post-graduate studies at Harvard. She is a licensed professional counselor and specializes in the treatment of grief, parenting issues, mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, OCD, and relationship issues. Dr. Battles is also a writer and conference speaker. She has three books published- Let Them Play: The Importance of Play and 100 Child Development Activities, 6 Hidden Behaviors that Destroy Families: Strategies for Healthier and More Loving Relationships, and 10 Time-Saving Tips for Busy Parents.

During this episode, Dr. Battles shares wisdom and practical tips on equipping parents with the necessary tools they need to nurture faith, foster healthy family dynamics, and address sensitive issues with love and understanding. She emphasizes the importance of relying on the word of God for guidance in addressing behaviors that can harm family dynamics. She discusses six hidden behaviors that can detrimentally impact families, such as failure to forgive, criticism, and gossip, and offers strategies backed by biblical principles for addressing these issues.

Dr. Battles provides time-saving tips for busy parents, emphasizing the significance of establishing a family mission statement, letting go of perfection, and utilizing organizational tools like calendars and to-do lists, which can help manage the demands of a busy family life.

She also addresses a common critical issue of a child’s fear of not entering heaven. She sheds light on the concept of intrusive thoughts and scrupulosity. She offers guidance on how parents can support children dealing with such fears and intrusive thoughts, stressing the importance of acknowledging but not engaging with unwanted thoughts and seeking professional help if necessary.

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