Swimming Upstream

 

  Learn ways to help your kids become overcomers as they navigate life's rough waters.

 

 

Let's Talk About Shining Light on Doubtful Moments Mar 05, 2024

Let's talk about doubt and how it follows us around, especially on the tough days. It's sneaky, showing up with questions about our choices, faith, and ability to navigate parenthood. Here's a little secret: doubt doesn't mean your faith is weak; it means it's alive and kicking, asking to be...

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Let's Talk About Finding Brave Together Mar 05, 2024

Isolation can make parenting feel like you're on a deserted island, with waves of doubt crashing in and no one to help you. But here's the thing: we're all in this together, and it's good to rely on each other.
Community is our lifeline, the place where we can be raw and real about our struggles...

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Let's Talk About Facing Fear with Gratitude Mar 05, 2024

Fear can sometimes feel like an uninvited guest at a party, showing up when you least expect it and hanging around way too long. It whispers doubts about our parenting, our decisions, and our future. But here's something powerful to remember we're not facing these fears alone. We've got an...

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Let’s Talk About Fear and Uncertainty Mar 05, 2024

Do you ever feel like you're in the middle of a jigsaw puzzle, pieces scattered everywhere, and you have no clue what the final picture should look like? Yeah, me too. Especially in parenting young kiddos, where every day brings a new challenge or question that don't seem to fit anywhere.
Have you...

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I Am Loved Feb 26, 2024

Have you ever considered how the simplest gestures, the ones done with love, have the power to reflect Christ’s love to our kids? Your mission for this week is to perform an act of kindness within your home. Maybe it’s creating a special breakfast, tucking a note of encouragement into...

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I Am Thankful Feb 21, 2024

I get it, you are busy. It's easy to be swept along in the long list of doing, and forget to notice God’s blessings all around us. How often do you pause, if only for a moment, to recognize the goodness of God in your life?

Let’s take a pen and paper and write down three things about...

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I Am Worthy Feb 13, 2024

How often do we pray for our children, hoping for their well-being and happiness? In these conversations with God, we how often do we forget to include ourselves? Why do we leave ourselves out, not recognizing that we, too, need His help?

Consider this: it takes just five minutes before your...

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Be Kind to Yourself Feb 13, 2024

Have you ever stopped momentarily and looked into your child's eyes? Really looked? It's something special. They're watching us, learning from us — our habits, reactions, and whole way of being. Let's recognizing that to help our kids grow up strong, we've got to take care of ourselves,...

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Teaching the Art of Relying on God Dec 26, 2023

Teaching children to navigate their emotions is a huge responsibility. Teaching kids about courage, kindness, and honesty can sometimes feel overwhelming. Plus, we need to figure out how to teach them the profound act of surrendering their worries to God. And we have to do laundry, make beds,...

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Strengthening Your Child's Faith Dec 19, 2023

In our rapidly changing lives, with all the joy but also sometimes challenges, arming our children with a robust faith can be the difference between them feeling lost at sea or anchored. Our faith can equip us to handle the fear and uncertainty of everyday life. Keep the following three ideas in...

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Creating a Safe Space Dec 12, 2023

In our ever-changing world, we are often surrounded by uncertainties – from the unpredictable nature of daily life to more significant global issues that children can pick up on. As their pillars of strength and guidance, parents play an instrumental role in addressing these uncertainties...

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Navigating the Waters of Fear Dec 05, 2023

Childhood is a journey filled with a myriad of experiences. From the thrill of riding a bicycle for the first time to the unsettling fear of monsters under the bed, it's a time of immense growth and discovery. As these tiny humans navigate the world, they'll inevitably stumble upon fears and...

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Building Resilience Oct 16, 2023

In today's world, adversity is inevitable. Resilience is a vital quality that can make a significant difference in your child's life. Resilience is built through resistance; we often inadvertently shield our kids from negative experiences. However, research shows that talking to children about...

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The Power of Confidence Oct 09, 2023

How do you feel about confidence? One of the key character traits every child should possess is confidence. Confidence is a bedrock of leadership and resilience and is pivotal in shaping our children's lives. When we talk to our kids about their identities and what makes them unique, we also...

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