Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Dr. Jim explains that when confronting someone—especially an adult child or a family member—we need to remain the calmest person in the room to have healthy, productive conversations.
2. What can I do about my sister, who has guardianship of a child and two seniors, including my mom, but is excluding them from the rest of the family?
3. Should I move my sister back in with me? She was in a car accident and placed in a residential home, but someone may be trying to scam her out of money.
4. This is my second marriage. My wife recently accused me of having something going on with a former employee after looking her up on social media and saying she was attractive—how should I respond?
5. My counselor and husband don’t want me to have a relationship with my family because I have bipolar disorder and they say my family tears me down. How should I handle seeing my brother after I gave him money to keep him out of jail, but he didn’t use it and kept asking for more?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Dr. Jacqui reminds us that so many people are living stressful lives because they’re confining themselves to a box that God never intended for them to stay in. Live in the space of freedom that Jesus came to allow for us.
2. I have complex PTSD and I’m an introvert; do I need a coach or counselor as we head into retirement and move to another state?
3. When you give it over to God, how do you make peace last? I am the dad of twin adult daughters, and I feel peace momentarily but then it’s gone.
4. My 36-year-old son is an attorney and is considering suicide; this is his third attempt and I am on my way to see him. What can I do?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. JJ discusses that if you are experiencing loneliness and isolation, you should ask yourself: “Am I making the effort to reach beyond my comfort circle?”
2. How do I detach—but still support—my 45-year-old daughter and my 2-year-old grandson who may be on the autism spectrum? My daughter and her husband are demanding support, including asking us to let them stay with my brother or give them my house.
3. There is a man in my small group who keeps trying to hug me, and I am not okay with it. I am the youngest in the group, and he seems to target me.
4. How do I love my 25-year-old daughter who struggles with mental health and has drained us financially?
5. My two adult daughters argue, and it is interfering with our family get-togethers. How involved should I be in their ongoing conflict?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Marc shares five practical ways parents can stay connected and set healthy boundaries with their adult children—even when those children are making unhealthy or destructive choices.
2. I have a family member who has no filter, and I feel constantly disrespected and judged. Should I confront them?
3. My husband’s niece stopped talking to him two years ago and is now critically ill. If he’s already tried reaching out, what else can he do to restore the relationship?
4. Should I say anything about my friend being paid under the table? She’s been doing it for 12 years—what’s the right response?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Dr. Alice explains how you can choose today to start divorce-proofing your marriage and shares practical tips to strengthen your relationship.
2. Is it acceptable for me to move forward with a divorced woman who is the mother of my kids? I’m a new Christian, reading through the Bible, and wondering what it says about divorce and remarriage.
3. I was an alcoholic, but now I find myself struggling with food addiction, which feels safer than risking harm to others through a DUI.
4. I’m 53 and my husband is 71. He suffered a traumatic brain injury and has ongoing cognitive issues, but he refuses to seek help.
5. How can I face betrayal from extended family I see every day? I feel mentally absent, yet I want to be present for my kids.
6. My brother is dying due to poor choices, and my family is making me feel guilty for not caring. How should I handle this family grief and guilt?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Dr. Alice shares the promise that “God sets the lonely in families” (Psalm 68:6). If you struggle with loneliness or being a people-pleaser, remember to HALT: don’t get too hungry, angry, lonely, or tired.
2. I’ve been a pastor’s wife for 32 years, and my gift is hosting events. Some people say I’m too much. How can I clear this hurdle?
3. My extended family does everything together, but they gaslight me and often leave me out. How do I cope?
4. My husband and I have three teens, and he always argues with our middle teen daughter. How do I balance being a supportive wife and mom?
5. I have a 58-year-old son who sent me hurtful texts demanding I repent and go to his church, even though I live far away. My therapist thinks he struggles with mental illness. How should I respond?

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. Dr. Jacqui discusses the importance of developing a growth mindset instead of a fixed mindset. She shares how she used to say, “I don’t play sports because I’m not good at it,” but now approaches challenges with a growth mindset: “Let’s see what went wrong so I can learn from it and try something different.”
2. Why have I replaced drugs and alcohol with emotional eating? Since getting sober, I’ve gained 70 pounds from turning to food for comfort.
3. I discovered my husband was unfaithful. We’ve been in marriage counseling and tried an in-home separation, but not living apart. How do I begin living separately?
4. In the past five years, I’ve experienced significant losses. Am I convincing myself that something is wrong physically? I’ve noticed memory issues and forgetfulness that concern me.

Caller Questions & Discussion:

1. JJ shares about a critical email he recently received that left him feeling disappointed. Those who struggle with an avoidant attachment style must be careful not to let criticism draw them back into unhealthy patterns.
2. What do I do about all the confusing things I’ve been through? My wife had bipolar disorder, and one day she was cleaning a gun and pointed it at me. I left my marriage, but I’ve also had people pass away and now feel very lonely.
3. My husband has been unfaithful with both males and females; I’ve forgiven him but told him he had to stop or I’d leave. Now I find myself choosing not to care; I feel like my heart has hardened. What do I do?
4. I have a lot of regret that I didn’t get married in 1978 after my girlfriend left. I’ve tried to meet someone and talked to four therapists, but I still haven’t met anyone. Any suggestions? I feel sad and only have a couple of friends left who haven’t died.
5. Is it right for me to use cannabis to manage my PTSD and chronic pain? I believe my body is the temple of God.