Children learn to do what they’re taught, not what they’re told. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important that parents say what they mean and mean what they say to shape their child’s behavior properly.

 

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Children learn to do what they&rsquo;re taught, not what they&rsquo;re told. Jim Daly explains why it&rsquo;s so important that parents say what they mean and mean what they say to shape their child&rsquo;s behavior properly.
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In just 90 seconds, get practical marriage and parenting help from Focus on the Family president Jim Daly. The biblical wisdom from this podcast provides bite-sized encouragement that helps busy Christian families thrive together in Christ.

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Say What You Mean

You can’t change your spouse, but you can influence him or her. Jim Daly shares why affirmation, not criticism, is the best way to produce positive change in your marriage.

 

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You can&rsquo;t change your spouse, but you can influence him or her. Jim Daly shares why affirmation, not criticism, is the best way to produce positive change in your marriage.
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Affirmation, Not Condemnation

What do Sputnik and the four-minute mile have to do with a successful marriage and kids with character? They illustrate why success or failure often lies in what we believe is possible. Jim Daly explains.

 

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What do Sputnik and the four-minute mile have to do with a successful marriage and kids with character? They illustrate why success or failure often lies in what we believe is possible. Jim Daly explains.
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Do You Believe?

Jim Daly shares the story of “Dads on Duty,” who volunteered at a local school to mentor students, protect school grounds, and demonstrate that men of good character raise boys of good character.

 

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Jim Daly shares the story of &ldquo;Dads on Duty,&rdquo; who volunteered at a local school to mentor students, protect school grounds, and demonstrate that men of good character raise boys of good character.
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