Love Your People Well | A Therapist’s Tips For Christian Mom Life, Marriage Help, And Family Relationships

Jessica Hayes, LPC, LMFT - Christian Marriage And Family Therapist, Pastor’s Wife, Mom of 4
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Welcome to the Love Your People Well Podcast! Every week here on the show, you’ll get biblical encouragement, gospel hope, and practical tips from my work as a marriage and family therapist and my own home life as a mom of 4 littles.  Every mom can struggle with feeling distracted and discouraged. We can start to feel like we’re drowning in all the important things we want to do. But every mom also wants to ENJOY her family. You want to find purpose in your motherhood. You want a happy marriage, quality family time, and a close family bond. You want more time with Jesus, more self care, and more joy during the hard seasons. It is my prayer that you will find that here.  Take a deep breath, friend, and listen in for a few minutes today. You’ll get tips, you’ll get encouragement, and most of all, you’ll get God’s Word and the peace, joy, and purpose that He offers you in this crazy journey of Christian family life. Head to www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com to grab some free resources, check out my line of devotionals, and get more support. Hugs & blessings, friend. I’ll talk to you soon! ~ Jess

  1. 5d ago

    299 // What You Praise Is What You Will Prioritize: Psalm 93 (Summertime In The Psalms)

    Get your family ready for the new Fall season with the devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy.   Episode 299 // In Psalm 93, we see such a beautiful picture of praise to our God and King. But can we really get “action steps” for our life today when we read psalms like this? When we just pause and focus on praising God?   Absolutely! These types of Bible passages are NOT separate from our everyday lives. In fact, what we praise will directly shape who we are, what we do, and how we approach family life.    So join me today as we look at Psalm 93 together - short, beautiful, meaningful - and let’s seek the Lord’s wisdom together.    Let’s dive in.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits    DEVOTIONAL:  Go deeper for your family with the devotional workbook “Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/home    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: A Real Life Mom-To-Mom Chat About My Stressful Summer And The Sweet Gift Of The Psalms (EP 203)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: 5 Practical Action Steps For When You’re Feeling Discouraged (Studying Psalm 62)   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  2. Jul 17

    298 // Why We Need The Gospel In Our Homes: The Fools Of Psalm 53 (Summertime In The Psalms)

    Build a holy habit with daily Bible reading and prayer - Grab my 45 Day Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits    Episode 298 // Let’s continue our July “Summertime In The Psalms” series with Psalm 53 today. As Christian moms, we can gain a great deal of wisdom from looking at how fools live their own lives, which is exactly what David focuses on here in this psalm.    This is a short but powerful psalm, and I’ve got 2 big take-aways for you that should shape every Christian home. We want to enjoy family life, but that will only truly happen when we are seeking God’s face, following his plans, and living by his wisdom.   Each summer, I like to take a few weeks to dive into the Psalms. To consider the wisdom of this ancient poetry and how it shapes our view of a godly, happy Christian home today. Join me today, friends!   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits    DEVOTIONAL:  Build the home life you long for with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/home    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Psalm 1: Who Is Influencing Your Children? (Summertime In The Psalms Series) (EP 256)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: Faith-Based Parenting When Life Is Overwhelming   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  3. Jul 10

    297 // Careful To Live A Blameless Life: Wisdom From Psalm 101 (Summertime in The Psalms)

    Deepen your intimacy with Jesus with the “Finding Your Identity In Christ” devotional workbook.   Episode 297 // We are diving into our July “Summertime In The Psalms” series with Psalm 101 today! This is such a beautiful (and short) psalm where we see the connection between what we praise, what we prioritize, and how that plays out day by day to impact us and our families.    Join me today for a look through Psalm 101, and I’ll close with 5 key take-aways that will help each of us more fully live out the family life we want.   Ready? Let’s jump in.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits    DEVOTIONAL: Build intimacy with Jesus with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identiy In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Psalm 90: Do You Have A Heart Of Wisdom? (EP 259)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: A Biblical Picture Of Godly Relationships In A Christian Home   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  4. Jun 16

    296 // 6 (Free) Things Your Husband Really Wants For Father’s Day

    Find your Christ-centered marriage resources at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage.   Episode 296 // Ever find yourself wondering what your husband really wants for Father’s Day, his birthday, or any other special event? It doesn’t even have to cost money.    Today, I’ll share 6 tips - from my years as a marriage therapist and my years as a happily married wife - to help you get a little peak inside his brain to know what to get him. Right in time for Father’s Day this weekend!   Ready? Let’s jump in.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict    DEVOTIONAL: Deepen your marriage communication with my “Communicating To Connect” 40-day devotional for wives - Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/marriage40    INTIMACY: Find online Christian intimacy support in my resources list at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Going Deeper In Your Marriage: Why, How, And Handling Vulnerability Well (EP 279)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: How To Encourage Your Husband On Father’s Day   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  5. Jun 3

    295 // What We Do Instead Of Date Nights To Keep Our Christian Marriage Strong (Even With 4 Little Kids)

    Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage for my top resources, tips, and recommendations for 15+ years as a marriage therapist!   Episode 295 // Date nights are wonderful, but my husband and I don’t do them very regularly. Yet, we have a very happy marriage! Even during the crazy season of 4 little kids at home.    Today, I’ll share my personal experience (and my marriage therapist experience!) around how we handle date nights and what we do to keep our marriage strong.    There’s no need to cancel your date nights, but I hope these rhythms and tips that I share will help you and your husband stay connected whether the date nights are happening or not.   Let’s dive in.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict    DEVOTIONAL: Deepen your marriage communication with my “Communicating To Connect” 40-day devotional for wives - Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/marriage40    INTIMACY: Find online Christian intimacy support in my resources list at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Strengthening Your Christian Marriage In A Hard Season (EP 269)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: 29 Steamy Tips For An Amazing Married Date Night   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  6. May 27

    294 // Quick Ways To Boost Connection With Your Family

    “Joy In The Journey” is a 40-day devotional for finding biblical joy in hard seasons of motherhood. Visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/motherhood40    Episode 294 // Summer is here, and it’s an excellent time for deepening your family bond and having fun together! Instead of getting distracted by the many activities, camps, trips, and summertime busyness, today I want to share some classic, easy, every-day ideas to strengthen your family relationships.    I’ll share 9 practical tips today that will help not only during the summer, but all year long. Let’s love our people WELL every day.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Grab my free ebook: “Building Your Mom Toolbox” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools    DEVOTIONAL: Joy In The Journey is a 40-day devotional for finding biblical joy in hard seasons of motherhood. Visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/motherhood40    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: 5 Scriptures That Show Us What A Good Parent Looks Like (EP 235)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: 12 Easy Ways To Give More Positive Attention To Your Family   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  7. May 13

    293 // Taking Your (Negative, Overwhelming) Thoughts Captive To Christ

    Go deeper with the Lord with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identity In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity    Episode 293 // Negative thoughts usually come with many emotions attached to them. We struggle with angry thoughts, anxious thoughts, bitter thoughts, shameful thoughts… yet, God tells us in the Bible to “take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”   How?! That sounds great, but it can feel impossible.   Today, I want to share some practical tips from my work as a Christian mental health counselor to help you actually live this out. Real-life action steps for how to take your negative thoughts captive, and what it looks like for our thought life to be obedient to Christ.   Ready, friend? Let’s dive in.   hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Grab my free mom journaling prompts at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/journaling    DEVOTIONAL: Go deeper with the Lord with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identity In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: How To Stop Negative Thinking And Change Direction (EP 271)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: The Best Exercises To Stop Negative Thinking In Its Tracks   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

  8. May 6

    292 // Conquering 9 Triggers For Conflict In Your Christian Home

    Dive into biblical ways to manage your anger and impatience with my “Keep Your Cool, Mama!” devotional.   Episode 292 // One of the biggest threats to happy family life is… conflict. We all deal with disagreements, but that doesn’t mean we are required to argue, get angry, and yell.   It is possible to manage conflict in a healthy, biblical way that actually BUILDS your relationship.   But it’s easiest and best to AVOID conflict when you can.    It feels better, it keeps the calm, and it doesn’t mean we are avoiding important topics - it means we are approaching them at the right time, in a healthy way, for a productive conversation.   So join me today as we look at 9 common triggers for conflict, with two acronyms that will help you remember!    hugs & blessings, Jess   RESOURCES FOR YOU   FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict    DEVOTIONAL: Find my “Keep Your Cool, Mama!” 40-day devotional on managing anger and impatience, at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/anger40    RELATED ON THE PODCAST: End Conflict In Your Marriage Quickly (EP 252)   RELATED ON THE BLOG: 6 Tips For How To Stop Being Passive Aggressive In Your Home   GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW   Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement.   Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today!   FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest   DISCLAIMERS    I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.   MISSION   Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days.   Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

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Welcome to the Love Your People Well Podcast! Every week here on the show, you’ll get biblical encouragement, gospel hope, and practical tips from my work as a marriage and family therapist and my own home life as a mom of 4 littles.  Every mom can struggle with feeling distracted and discouraged. We can start to feel like we’re drowning in all the important things we want to do. But every mom also wants to ENJOY her family. You want to find purpose in your motherhood. You want a happy marriage, quality family time, and a close family bond. You want more time with Jesus, more self care, and more joy during the hard seasons. It is my prayer that you will find that here.  Take a deep breath, friend, and listen in for a few minutes today. You’ll get tips, you’ll get encouragement, and most of all, you’ll get God’s Word and the peace, joy, and purpose that He offers you in this crazy journey of Christian family life. Head to www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com to grab some free resources, check out my line of devotionals, and get more support. Hugs & blessings, friend. I’ll talk to you soon! ~ Jess

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