Episodes
April 8, 2022
A Girl's Greatest Hope
The social world for teen girls is so toxic that an increasing number are suffering emotional trouble. What’s the solution? Jim Daly explains why Mom is a teen girl’s greatest hope for navigating her social world successfull…
April 7, 2022
Cut Yourself Some Slack
One of the greatest barriers to success is an “all or nothing” attitude. Jim Daly shares why success requires giving yourself room to fail. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/dona…
April 6, 2022
Domino Chain Choices
If you want a great life, then live every day with the end in mind. Jim Daly explains why today’s choices determine tomorrow’s outcomes. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donatio…
April 5, 2022
Learning to Overlook
Every marriage has conflict. But how much of what you and your spouse disagree about really matters? Jim Daly explains why the best thing to do may be to overlook the problems you ordinarily fight about. Support family minis…
April 4, 2022
Tell Me a Story
Humans have told each other stories since ancient times, sharing over campfires, backyard fences, and cubicle walls. Jim Daly explains why stories connect us as humans in a way that transcends mere animal instinct. Support f…
April 1, 2022
Saying No for Margin
The world is hectic and fast paced. Some days it’s tough to keep all of the plates spinning. Jim Daly explains how to create margin by saying no to things that don’t matter … and yes to things that do. Support family ministr…
March 31, 2022
It Takes a Community
The Hugenots, a community of villagers in the French alps during World War II, stood up to the Nazis. Jim Daly shares how good things happen when people deny themselves and stand together. Support family ministry: https://st…
March 30, 2022
Coupled in Grief
In grief, we hide. But that’s the time we need to let other people in the most. Jim Daly shares why even small moments of connection can infuse you with new life. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/s…
March 29, 2022
How Much Should We Save?
Married couples have healthier relationships when they agree about money. Jim Daly helps couples find common financial ground. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/donation/item/pan…
March 28, 2022
Raising Kings and Queens
Mom, no one can love your child like you can. Just don’t confuse love with smothering. Jim Daly explains how to empower your children to become all they can be. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/sin…
March 25, 2022
Capable of More
You won’t discover how strong you are until your strength is tested. Jim Daly shares why when your struggles seem too big to overcome, don’t give up hope ... because you’re capable of more than you know. Support family minis…
March 24, 2022
Change Yourself
If your marriage is stuck in a rut, you can probably list a hundred ways that your spouse could change to make things better. Jim Daly shares why the secret to improving your relationship is all about what you can change. Su…
March 23, 2022
Unbridled Potential
A seed is a miracle in waiting. Locked inside each one is unbridled potential. But a seed can only reach its full potential under the proper conditions. Jim Daly shares why the proper conditions are just as important for chi…
March 22, 2022
Avoiding Credit Card Debt
Do you and your spouse struggle with debt? Jim Daly shares practical tips for keeping your checkbook – and your marriage – in positive territory. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkou…
March 21, 2022
Selfishness is Like a Thief
The Los Angeles Dodgers struggled in the mid-2000s, not from poor play on the field, but from selfish ownership. Jim Daly explains why only a life rooted in love, faith, and sacrifice can enrich others and build a legacy tha…
March 18, 2022
The Good of Dangerous Man
Some people condemn male aggression. Jim Daly explains why a man with both strength and discipline is not only useful to his society ... he’s heroic. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/che…
March 17, 2022
Teaching Kids About Money
Do your kids need to learn how to be responsible with money? Jim Daly has a suggestion for teaching your children good money habits without you having to lecture or nag to get results. Support family ministry: https://store.…
March 16, 2022
Masterpiece of Design
Great marriages connect husbands and wives together in numerous ways. Jim Daly explains how to build a healthy marriage by patterning it after the spider web, a masterpiece of design. Support family ministry: https://store.f…
March 15, 2022
Quality is Quantity
Parents often wonder which is more important: quality time with their children, or quantity? Jim Daly explains how to turn every moment into quality time with your children. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthef…
March 14, 2022
Looks are Deceiving
The Manchineel tree in Florida is proof positive that looks can be deceiving. The tree is beautiful but dangerous. Jim Daly explains why some things in life aren’t as good as they seem. Support family ministry: https://store…
March 11, 2022
Not Smart, but Intelligent
Some kids are artists or musicians or understand chemistry. Other kids are good at sports or tearing engines apart. Jim Daly explains why every parent needs to answer the question, “What does intelligence look like in my chi…
March 10, 2022
Mismatched Marital Expectations
If you had to name the number-one cause of squabbles between a husband and wife – what would it be? The answer might be something you’d never expect. Jim Daly shares what it is and what you can do about it. Support family mi…
March 9, 2022
Divine or Human Miracle?
Do you believe in miracles? Jim Daly explains why the opportunity for the miraculous to happen emerges the moment human beings connect with each other. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/c…
March 8, 2022
Change Your Course
Demanding your own way can be a bad idea. Jim Daly shares why winning an argument to prop up our own ego isn’t a winning strategy for life. Support family ministry: https://store.focusonthefamily.com/singleitem/checkout/dona…