Resources for families
When things are just not okay…
We can help both ourselves and our children identify our emotions using the Feel Wheel. Putting language to what we are feeling helps each member in the family feel heard, understood and connected.
Book Recommendation
Sometimes the greatest help to our kids facing mental health challenges, is to identify and learn tools to help with our own anxiety first. In Managing Leadership Anxiety, pastor and spiritual growth expert Steve Cuss offers powerful tools to help you move from being managed by anxiety to managing anxiety.
The Life Giving List by Steve Cuss is a simple tool to help every family member when life is 'too much output, not enough input' and when too much of your time is spent as a conduit of God's gifts rather than as a recipient of them. Identify for each family member the places, people and activities that make you feel deeply loved and help you feel free and light.
Seen
Youth anxiety and depression rates are rising. No parent wants their kid to suffer from despair. This book contains essential information about the dynamics of despair in kids and teens in a clear and understandable way. You will find helpful information about why the kid or teen in your life might be struggling, but also comfort in knowing how you can help. Throughout each chapter, you will learn about different tools of connection and critical steps you can take to help kids and teens feel seen so that they can find confidence in who God has called them to be.
How to Set Your Family Values
The rhythm in your home sets your family values.
It determines what gets talked about and what doesn’t get talked about. When you create a rhythm you establish priorities. Whether it’s mealtimes, car rides, or during bed time, you can leverage that time to have a meaningful connection with your kids.