Parenting today can feel overwhelming as families face loneliness, anxiety, depression, suicide, and bullying. In this episode, Paige talks with Dr. Eric Scalise, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Hope for the Heart, about his book The Care and Counsel Handbook and how parents can build a strong emotional and spiritual foundation for their kids. They discuss why deep relationships matter in a world that’s “technologically connected but relationally disconnected,” share tips for choosing battles wisely, having tough conversations, and modeling Jesus’ love from an early age. Dr. Scalise also challenges churches to better address mental health, offering hope and practical guidance for raising resilient, faith-filled children.
Paige’s Takeaways:
- There is power in relationships
- When our kids see that we consistently show up for their needs, it builds trust and relational equity for the future.
- Building strong connections takes time—and we won’t always get it right. Owning our mistakes and asking for forgiveness keeps the relationship growing.
- Don’t be afraid of conversation.
- Don’t shy away from tough conversations. Lean into the topics that feel uncomfortable.
- When we respond to our kids’ questions with curiosity instead of judgment, we earn their trust.
- Choose your battles.
- Focus on heart posture. You don’t need to fix every small misstep.
- Above all, raise your children with the love of Jesus.
The Care and Counsel Handbook: https://a.co/d/4KoTJia
Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Hope Talks Podcast: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/explore/shows/hope-talks
Paige Clingenpeel: PaigeClingenpeel.com
Questions About the Podcast? Email: paigeclingenpeel@gmail.com
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