Teaching children about God's love - What Color is God's Love

Summary:

In this episode, host Carole Leathem interviews bestselling author Xochitl Dixon about her children's book 'What Color is God's Love?'

The book celebrates diversity and inclusion and aims to teach children about God's love through colors.

Xochitl shares her personal journey and how her service dog, Callie, inspired her to write the book.

The book uses rhymes and illustrations to connect colors with emotions and attributes of God.

Xochitl also discusses the importance of including children with disabilities in the book to promote understanding and acceptance.

In this conversation, Xochitl (So-Cheel) Dixon and Carole discuss the importance of understanding and supporting individuals with mental health challenges.

They also explore the themes of faith, caregiving, and finding hope in difficult circumstances.

Xochitl shares insights from her book, 'Callie's Special Day,' which aims to educate children about mental health and promote empathy and inclusivity.

The conversation highlights the power of love, the importance of self-care, and the role of faith in navigating challenging situations.

Takeaways:

• The book 'What Color is God's Love?' celebrates diversity and teaches children about God's love through colors.

• The author, Xochitl Dixon, shares her personal journey and how her service dog, Callie, inspired her to write the book.

• The book uses rhymes and illustrations to connect colors with emotions and attributes of God.

• Including children with disabilities in the book promotes understanding and acceptance.

• Understanding and supporting individuals with mental health challenges is crucial for promoting empathy and inclusivity.

• Faith can provide comfort and guidance in difficult circumstances, helping individuals find hope and purpose.

• Caregiving requires letting go of control and surrendering to God's plan, which can lead to healing and freedom.

• Self-care is essential for caregivers to maintain their well-being and effectively care for others.

• Celebrating Diversity and God's Love Through Colors

• Connecting Colors with Emotions and Attributes of God The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers

• Letting Go of Control: Surrendering to God's Plan

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:48 The Story Behind 'What Color is God's Love?'

10:01 Connecting Colors with Emotions and Attributes of God

13:06 The Role of Callie and Promoting Understanding of Disabilities

16:33 Understanding Mental Health Challenges

21:30 Surrendering to God's Plan

23:21 The Importance of Self-Care

Connect with Xochitl Dixon:

Website - https://www.xedixon.com/home/

Social Media -

https://www.facebook.com/xochi.dixon

https://www.instagram.com/xochitl.e.dixon/

Connect with Carole:

Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/

Social Media - 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourney

Book - https://www.carolesjourney.com/book