The Mind of a Child

> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories Children desire structure, and as parents we can provide that for them through a plan, a schedule, and/ or a routine. HOWEVER, plans are hard to make, and life never seems to get less busy... On this episode, we discuss three helpful questions to ask when making a plan (below), how to communicate...

> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories Family meal times are such an important foundation for building strong, family connections that last a lifetime. On this episode, we discuss what the over-arching goal of meal time really is, how to involve your children in the prepping process, and finally how to avoid power struggles over what t...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories today! This episode's readings: - 'The Song of Your Backyard' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Psalm 23 - Lamentations 3:22-23 - 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud' by William Wordsworth Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their mi...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories Why do certain behaviors from our kids trigger us? How do we identify them and heal from them so that we can be the parents we want to be but, more importantly, the parents we are called to be? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotio...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your child's favorite memories today! Parenting is such a personal matter, and it can be easy to get offended when someone offers advice. How can we approach conversations with our friends who may need some help without losing a relationship? Should we just mind our own business? Let's talk about it. Thank you t...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories We had a listener reach out about navigating friendship dynamics between young girls as they get older and thought it would be a great intro into the Biblical idea of friendship and how to apply that principle in helping our children develop healthy friendships. Thank you to the listener w...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories We've had so many people send in questions about Conflict Resolution . So, on this episode we're gonna give you a step-by-step guide to resolving conflict between young children whether they are verbal or non-verbal! We've also got an acrostic to help you remember it easily... G R A C E Th...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories This episode's readings: - 'I Remember You' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Psalm 139:1-6 - 'Memories Long Ago' by Patricia Grantham Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a compl...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories This may not seem like an applicable question for parents with young children, BUT our influence on our children's choices start when they are young...how can we positively inspire them in their career choice? Thank you to the listener who sent this question in! ASK US QUESTIONS at themind...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories Each child is going to have their differences, does that mean we should discipline each one of them differently? Before we answer that question we must define what is meant by the word discipline . Thank you to the listener who sent this question in! ASK US QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodc...

>>> Check out Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals here and start documenting your favorite memories No matter the relationship, there are going to be differences, BUT the goal remains the same: A Unified Front. How do we go about doing this when there is a disagreement on how to discipline a child? Thank you to the listener who sent this question in! ASK US QUESTIONS at themindofachildpo...

This episode's readings: - 'Everyday and Always' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - 1 John 3:1-3 (The Message) - 'To Any Reader' by Robert Louis Stevenson Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social,...

We have the pleasure of being joined by Dr. Jennifer Lawson on this episode to discuss the role of a grandparent and to answer a listener question: " What should I do when a grandparent disciplines my child in front of me? " Dr. Lawson has been an educator for over 40 years and is currently the grandmother of 6 beautiful grandkids. Thank you for joining us Dr. Lawson! The Mind of a Child explores...

Every parent desires for their children to have healthy relationships with each other! What are some things we can do as parents when they're young to foster these friendships that hopefully carry over into adulthood? Thank you to the listener who sent this question in! ASK US QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectu...

This episode's readings: - 'All This On A Morn' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Luke 2:1-20 'The Christmas Story' - 'Christmas Bells' by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development o...

As a parent, it can be overwhelming when your young child has a temper tantrum. How can we meet them in the moment and help them deal with the big feelings they're experiencing? Thank you to the listener who sent this question in! ASK US QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual l...

Book mentioned: 'Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend' Part 4 of our 'Boundaries' series: Let's get practical and discuss how to be consistent in your boundaries for 3-8 year olds. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under...

This episode's readings: - 'The Portrait of Autumn' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 - 'It Came Upon a Midnight Clear' by Edmund Sears Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, in...

Thanksgiving can be such a magical time for children but it's not without its challenges. On today's episode we talk through some tips to help you navigate potential difficult situations and some ideas on how to create lasting Thanksgiving traditions. Happy Thanksgiving! The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equi...

Book mentioned: 'Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend' Part 3 of our 'Boundaries' series: Let's get practical and discuss physical, emotional, & behavioral boundaries for Infant-18 month olds. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for chil...

This episode's readings: - 'The Portrait of Autumn' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - Colossians 3:15-17 - 'My Shadow' by Robert Louis Stevenson Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellect...

How to respond when your child asks you about difficult topics such as war, natural disasters, and the loss of a loved one? The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. ASK US QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@...

This episode's readings: - 'A Pumpkin Patch Morning' by Diane Doucet Matthews - Various verses from the Bible - 'A Fall Song' by Ellen Robena Field Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social,...

Book mentioned: 'Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend' Part 2 of our 'Boundaries' series: Have you ever thought about what type of person you want your child to be when they grow up...? Boundaries, whether healthy or unhealthy, will have a HUGE influence on this. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual leve...

This episode's readings: - 'Mommy's Song' by Leslie Dudley Corbell - 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - 'Wynken, Blynken, and Nod' by Eugene Field Good Thoughts are readings of stories, poetry, and scripture for quiet time to help children rest and set their minds on things above. 'Good Thoughts' are a complementary show to The Mind of a Child podcast which explores child development on a social, intellectual...