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On the Brink of Divorce

September 22, 2020 — Willa Williams

"My husband and I are in crisis and on the brink of breaking up. We don't want to because we have two kids, but something has to change. What initial steps should we take in mending the relationship?"

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Don't Let Stress Put Stress on Your Marriage!

August 18, 2020 — Aundrea Paxton

Is stress putting stress on your marriage? In this week's Ask the Expert, Marriage and Family Therapist Aundrea Paxton provides three practical tips to work as a team during times of stress.

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How Do I Survive Another Semester at Home With My Parents?

August 5, 2020 — Willa Williams

My school just announced that we will be going online in the fall and I am really upset. It’s been hard to adjust to life at home with my parents and I feel like we are each reverting back to how our dynamic was in high school. How do I survive this semester at home?

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How Do I Distract Myself From This Breakup?

July 21, 2020 — Rob Fisher

I went through a tough breakup at the beginning of quarantine, and I am really struggling. I am usually able to distract myself with friends and activities while going through heartbreak, but sheltering at home has made this difficult. How do I process what I am going through without falling into a pit of despair?

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Stop Being Okay With Crappy Relationships

July 7, 2020 — Debra Fileta

Do you find yourself settling for crappy relationships more often that not? Today's Ask the Expert from professional counselor and speaker Debra Fileta will encourage you to see yourself for what you are truly worth: loved, valued, and worthy.

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Cooperative Co-Parenting When Mom and Dad Don't Live Together

June 23, 2020 — Ron Deal

In this week's Ask the Expert, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Ron Deal provides 10 guidelines for cooperative co-parenting.

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Three Practical Ways to Help A Friend Who Is Grieving

June 10, 2020 — Willa Williams

Everyone grieves differently, so it can be hard to know how to best support each other through grief. In today's Ask the Expert, Marriage and Family Therapist Willa Williams outlines three practical ways to be there for a friend who is grieving.

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Home Finances in a Time of Crisis

May 19, 2020 — Rick Bee

What should we do regarding our finances in difficult times? In today's Ask the Expert, Senior Director of Advancement Dr. Rick Bee combines financial expertise with Biblical wisdom to encourage financial planning amidst economic uncertainty.

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I'm Stuck at Home and Going Crazy

May 12, 2020 — Chris Grace

Because of some recent circumstances I am stuck at home all day, and while I love my family, I am starting to feel like my boundaries are being pushed—or like I am becoming trapped. What can I do before I go crazy?

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4 Easy Things You Can Do to Improve Your Relationship While Sheltering at Home

April 28, 2020 — Willa Williams

Has it been easier or harder to communicate with your significant other during quarantine? Chances are, it's been harder, but the challenge of healthy communication during quarantine is an opportunity to build even deeper relationships. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Willa Williams outlines four easy things you can do to improve your relationship while sheltering at home.

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