Introducing "Tame Your Thoughts"

The Importance of Thought Management

Practice Picky Thinking: Tool #1

The Helmet of Salvation

UFO: Untruth, False Narrative, Overreaction

Applying UFO to Max's Dog

Scriptural Meditation and Uprooting Untruths

Bestselling author and beloved pastor Max Lucado returns to the Happy Home to talk about his latest book, Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life. Drawing from Scripture and personal stories, Max shares how you can manage negative thought patterns (even if you've carried it around for years). 

Perfect for parents, you'll learn how to battle anxiety personally and how to help your kids, especially in this world of constant digital noise. On today's episode, you'll learn: 

1:00 The importance of thought management 

2:20 Tool #1: Practice picky thinking 

10:00 The helmet of salvation does this 

13:50 UFO: Untruth, False Narrative, Overreaction 

17:10 Even Max's dog can apply the UFO 

21:00 How Scripture meditation uproots untruths 

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Max Lucado is a bestselling author with more than 150 million books in print. He's a teaching pastor at Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, TX.  He and his wife Denalyn have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law, and four grandchildren. 

Learn more about Max Lucado and his book Tame Your Thoughts

 

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:

SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent. 

Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier. 

Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook 

Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel 

How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.   

Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast?  Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Not sure about a smartphone for your child?  Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE). 

 

 

Bestselling author and beloved pastor Max Lucado returns to the Happy Home to talk about his latest book, Tame Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life. Drawing from Scripture and personal stories, Max shares how you can manage negative thought patterns (even if you've carried it around for years).&nbsp;
Perfect for parents, you'll learn how to battle anxiety personally and how to help your kids, especially in this world of constant digital noise. On today's episode, you'll learn:&nbsp;
1:00 The importance of thought management&nbsp;
2:20 Tool #1: Practice picky thinking&nbsp;
10:00 The helmet of salvation does this&nbsp;
13:50 UFO: Untruth, False Narrative, Overreaction&nbsp;
17:10 Even Max's dog can apply the UFO&nbsp;
21:00 How Scripture meditation uproots untruths&nbsp;
<a href="youtube.com/watch?v=rYebuhQShuY&amp;feature=youtu.be">WATCH THE VIDEO</a> on YOUTUBE&nbsp;
<a href="https://maxlucado.com/">Max Lucado </a>is a bestselling author with more than 150 million books in print. He's a teaching pastor at Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, TX.&nbsp; He and his wife Denalyn have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law, and four grandchildren.&nbsp;
Learn more about Max Lucado and his book <a href="https://maxlucado.com/tameyourthoughts/">Tame Your Thoughts</a>
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More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to <a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe">Arlene's newsletter </a>"What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent.&nbsp;
Check out <a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/books/">Arlene's BOOKS</a> including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.&nbsp;
Follow Arlene on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane/">Instagram</a> and/or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor/">Facebook</a>&nbsp;
Go to Arlene's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ArleneHappyHome">YouTube Channel&nbsp;</a>
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? <a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film">Watch the free video</a>, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast?&nbsp; Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com
Not sure about a smartphone for your child?&nbsp; Check out the <a href="https://gabb.com/">Gabb Wireless phone </a>for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE).&nbsp;
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A happy home doesn't happen by accident, but it can be created with love, intention, and good family habits. If you need encouragement and guidance as a parent and/or spouse, this show is for you!  Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your present reality and ideal family. 

Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books, including Making Marriage Easier, Screen Kids and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married for more than 27 years and have three children. 

Inside this podcast, you’ll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to marriage and parenting. Get ready for fun, Biblical insights, and practical conversations that will change your thinking, give you hope, and spark positive change.  Let's do this together! 

A happy home doesn't happen by accident, but it can be created with love, intention, and good family habits. If you need encouragement and guidance as a parent and/or spouse, this show is for you!&nbsp; Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your present reality and ideal family.&nbsp; Your host <a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/">Arlene Pellicane</a> is a speaker and author of several books, including Making Marriage Easier, Screen Kids and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married for more than 27 years and have three children.&nbsp; Inside this podcast, you&rsquo;ll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to marriage and parenting. Get ready for fun, Biblical insights, and practical conversations that will change your thinking, give you hope, and spark positive change.&nbsp; Let's do this together!&nbsp;

This show is for women and men who want a happier home life. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don’t have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host <a...

The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane

This show is for women and men who want a happier home life. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don’t have to come from a happy home to create one. 

Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books, including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married for more than 21 years and have three children. 

Inside this podcast, you’ll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to marriage and parenting. Get ready for fun and practical conversations that will change your thinking, give you hope, and spark positive change.  

This show is for women and men who want a happier home life. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don&rsquo;t have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host <a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/">Arlene Pellicane</a> is a speaker and author of several books, including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married for more than 21 years and have three children.&nbsp; Inside this podcast, you&rsquo;ll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to marriage and parenting. Get ready for fun and practical conversations that will change your thinking, give you hope, and spark positive change.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Happy Home with Arlene Pellicane 

Max Lucado - 3 Ways to Get Rid of Negative Thinking 

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Justin Whitmel Earley, bestselling author of The Body Teaches the Soul, is very familiar with the consequences of ignoring the body. As a young lawyer, he collapsed into anxiety and insomnia. He learned that the healthy and unhealthy habits shaping his life weren't physical or spiritual; they were spiritual AND physical. Justin reveals why the body isn't separate from the soul—it's an important part of loving God.

Tune in for practical wisdom on topics like: Why we can't stop eating the whole box of cookies, why social media leaves us feeling rage and jealousy, and why exercise might be the most spiritual thing you do all week. 

 

02:31 Justin's Mental Health Collapse & Discovery

08:36 Don't Ignore or Idolize the Body

12:51 Food: From Indulgence/Shame to Dependence/Delight

21:13 Technology & The Embodiment Ladder

28:29 How to Use Exercise as Spiritual Training

 

Find out more about Justin Whitmel Earley and his book The Body Teaches the Soul at justinwhitmelearley.com and on Instagram @justinwhitmelearley.

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:

SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent.

Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.

Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook

Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel

How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.

Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)

 

Justin Whitmel Earley, bestselling author of The Body Teaches the Soul, is very familiar with the consequences of ignoring the body. As a young lawyer, he collapsed into anxiety and insomnia. He learned that the healthy and unhealthy habits shaping his life weren't physical or spiritual; they were spiritual AND physical. Justin reveals why the body isn't separate from the soul&mdash;it's an important part of loving God.
Tune in for practical wisdom on topics like: Why we can't stop eating the whole box of cookies, why social media leaves us feeling rage and jealousy, and why exercise might be the most spiritual thing you do all week.&nbsp;
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02:31 Justin's Mental Health Collapse &amp; Discovery
08:36 Don't Ignore or Idolize the Body
12:51 Food: From Indulgence/Shame to Dependence/Delight
21:13&nbsp;Technology &amp; The Embodiment Ladder
28:29 How to Use Exercise as Spiritual Training
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Find out more about Justin Whitmel Earley and his book The Body Teaches the Soul&nbsp;at <a href="https://www.justinwhitmelearley.com/">justinwhitmelearley.com</a> and on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinwhitmelearley/">@justinwhitmelearley</a>.
More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe">Arlene's newsletter&nbsp;</a>"What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent.
Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/books/">Arlene's BOOKS</a>&nbsp;including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Follow Arlene on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and/or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor/">Facebook</a>
Go to Arlene's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ArleneHappyHome">YouTube Channel</a>
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film">Watch the free video</a>,&nbsp;Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the&nbsp;<a href="https://gabb.com/">Gabb Wireless phone&nbsp;</a>for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE)
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How to Create Physical Habits that Shape Your Spiritual Life - Justin Whitmel Earley

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Host Arlene Pellicane welcomes back bestselling author Amber Lia alongside her teenage son Ollie for an inspiring conversation about their new devotional, You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed Teens.

Ollie opens up about his freshman-year battles with depression, anxiety, and perfectionism after a major life transition, offering a real-life view of what your kids may be going through. Together with Amber, they reveal faith-centered strategies—like the 5-4-3-2-1 technique, box breathing, scripture memorization, and surrendering to God's plan—that helped him find peace and purpose. From miraculous physical healing (Ollie's torn rotator cuff) to building family support systems involving dads and siblings, this duo offers hope and actionable advice for parents and teens navigating mental health struggles --all in this episode. 


05:09 | Ollie's Story: Freshman-Year Struggles with Anxiety, Depression, and Transition

07:58 | Amber's View: Spotting Anxiety in Teens and Starting Empathetic Conversations

10:42 | The Turning Point: Counseling, Spilling It All, and Building Trust

12:10 | Practical Tool: The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique to Stop the Anxiety Spiral 

15:08 | Solo Strategies for School: Box Breathing, Prayer, and Sensory Grounding

19:45 | Real-Life Wins: Texting Mom for Support and Mapping the Day

20:16 | Tackling Perfectionism: Why Teens Compare and How Faith Shifts the Mindset 

24:37 | Testimony of Healing: Ollie's Miraculous Rotator Cuff Recovery 

27:46 | Dad's Role: Building Bonds, Mentoring, and Asking "What's Going On?"

30:43 | Sibling Support and Navigating Quality Time for All Kids

 

Connect with Ollie on Instagram @walkin.with.ollie.

Connect with Amber on Instagram @therealamberlia and on amberlia.com.

Pick up a copy of their new devotional, You Are Seen.

More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:

SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent.

Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.

Go to Arlene's YouTube Channel 

Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook

How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.

Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com

Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE).

 

Host Arlene Pellicane welcomes back bestselling author Amber Lia alongside her teenage son Ollie for an inspiring conversation about their new devotional, You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed Teens.
Ollie opens up about his freshman-year battles with depression, anxiety, and perfectionism after a major life transition, offering a real-life view of what your kids may be going through. Together with Amber, they reveal faith-centered strategies&mdash;like the 5-4-3-2-1 technique, box breathing, scripture memorization, and surrendering to God's plan&mdash;that helped him find peace and purpose. From miraculous physical healing (Ollie's torn rotator cuff) to building family support systems involving dads and siblings, this duo offers hope and actionable advice for parents and teens navigating mental health struggles --all in this episode.&nbsp;
 05:09 | Ollie's Story: Freshman-Year Struggles with Anxiety, Depression, and Transition
07:58 | Amber's View: Spotting Anxiety in Teens and Starting Empathetic Conversations
10:42 | The Turning Point: Counseling, Spilling It All, and Building Trust
12:10 | Practical Tool: The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique to Stop the Anxiety Spiral&nbsp;
15:08 | Solo Strategies for School: Box Breathing, Prayer, and Sensory Grounding
19:45 | Real-Life Wins: Texting Mom for Support and Mapping the Day
20:16 | Tackling Perfectionism: Why Teens Compare and How Faith Shifts the Mindset&nbsp;
24:37 | Testimony of Healing: Ollie's Miraculous Rotator Cuff Recovery&nbsp;
27:46 | Dad's Role: Building Bonds, Mentoring, and Asking "What's Going On?"
30:43 | Sibling Support and Navigating Quality Time for All Kids
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Connect with Ollie on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/walkin.with.ollie/?hl=en">@walkin.with.ollie</a>.
Connect with Amber on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/therealamberlia/?hl=en">@therealamberlia</a> and on <a href="amberlia.com">amberlia.com</a>.
Pick up a copy of their new devotional, <a href="https://sites.prh.com/you-are-seen-teen-devotional?aid=28872&amp;linkid=PRHC8047CC854BD&amp;ref=PRHC8047CC854BD">You Are Seen.</a>
More Resources from Arlene Pellicane:
SUBSCRIBE to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe">Arlene's newsletter&nbsp;</a>"What I'm Learning This Week" and get access to 12 free resources to help you as a parent.
Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/books/">Arlene's BOOKS</a>&nbsp;including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier.
Go to Arlene's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ArleneHappyHome">YouTube Channel&nbsp;</a>
Follow Arlene on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and/or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor/">Facebook</a>
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film">Watch the free video</a>,&nbsp;Screen Kids: In Their Own Words.
Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com
Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the&nbsp;<a href="https://gabb.com/">Gabb Wireless phone&nbsp;</a>for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE).
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A Mother-Son Guide to Overcoming Teen Anxiety - Amber and Ollie Lia 

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Need help understanding your neurodivergent child? Maybe your child has ADHD, autism, or another challenge. Author Kim Botto is here to give us the gift of understanding this Christmas. She knows how to create spaces where every child feels heard, valued, and loved.  She's the author of Boundless Hope for Every Child and specializes in trauma-informed, disability ministry at home and in the church.  

On today's episode, you'll learn:

2:30 How to understand the needs behind your child’s big behavior 

4:20 Helpful correction strategies that actually work 

7:20 What steps to take in order to establish a routine 

12:00 Why making your kids feel safe is so important 

18:50 Don’t be afraid to go back to church, even with a neurodivergent child

23:40 How to encourage your kids by speaking to their potential 

27:30 How screen time affects kids with ADHD or autism 

Kim Botto has worked with children and teens for over three decades through churches, schools, nonprofits, and adoption and foster care initiatives. She has a Masters in Family Ministry and is a frequent speaker on trauma, disability, and neurodivergence. 

Learn more about Kim Botto, her podcast Every Child Belongs, and her book, Boundless Hope for Every Child on her website https://kimbotto.com/

Subscribe to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the 25 Days of Christmas activity and devotional guide. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe

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 Need help understanding your neurodivergent child? Maybe your child has ADHD, autism, or another challenge. Author Kim Botto is here to give us the gift of understanding this Christmas. She knows how to create spaces where every child feels heard, valued, and loved. She's the author of Boundless Hope for Every Child and specializes in trauma-informed, disability ministry at home and in the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On today's episode, you'll learn:
2:30 How to understand the needs behind your child’s big behavior&nbsp;
4:20 Helpful correction strategies that actually work&nbsp;
7:20 What steps to take in order to establish a routine&nbsp;
12:00 Why making your kids feel safe is so important&nbsp;
18:50 Don’t be afraid to go back to church, even with a neurodivergent child
23:40 How to encourage your kids by speaking to their potential&nbsp;
27:30 How screen time affects kids with ADHD or autism&nbsp;
Kim Botto has worked with children and teens for over three decades through churches, schools, nonprofits, and adoption and foster care initiatives. She has a Masters in Family Ministry and is a frequent speaker on trauma, disability, and neurodivergence.&nbsp;
Learn more about Kim Botto, her podcast Every Child Belongs, and her book, Boundless Hope for Every Child on her website <a href="https://kimbotto.com/" target="_self">https://kimbotto.com/</a>
Subscribe to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the 25 Days of Christmas activity and devotional guide. <a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe" target="_self">https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe</a>
How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. <a href="https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film" target="_self">https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film</a>
 Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! Email speaking @ <a href="https://arlenepellicane.com/" target="_self">arlenepellicane.com</a>

Need help understanding your neurodivergent child? Maybe your child has ADHD, autism, or another challenge. Author Kim Botto is here to give us the gift of understanding this Christmas. She knows how to create spaces where every child feels...

Kim Botto - Understanding Your Neurodivergent Child

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