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Resources

Carefully curated resources (including many of my personal favorites!) to help your relationships thrive, encourage you as a parent, boost your happiness and resilience, and promote better decision-making. I've even included some for kids!

There is a blend of free and paid content and products across a range of platforms, so hopefully you'll find something here that resonates with you...a little reminder, or a new tool or insight, to help keep you grounded in the good stuff. 

Check back periodically - I'll keep growing this list! 

BOOKS*:

  • Fighting for Your Marriage (4th ed.) by Drs. Markman, Stanley, Rhoades, and Levine (proven strategies to boost your marriage and help prevent divorce)
  • The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor (teaches us the age-old formula for success is broken...and what to focus on instead)
  • The Power of Fun by Catherine Price (identifies what blocks us from True Fun and how to tap into it to be less stressed, more focused, and happier)
  • The 7 Primal Questions by Mike Foster (helps you discover the core question underneath everything - the driving force in your life - and how it impacts your relationships, work, and well-being) 
  • No Drama Discipline by Drs. Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson (considers discipline in the context of child development and offers practical examples to avoid common pitfalls)
  • Undistracted by Bob Goff (how to remove distractions to joy and discover deeper purpose)
  • Quiet by Susan Cain (on the power of introverts) 
  • Live in Grace, Walk in Love by Bob Goff (daily devotional with snippets of scripture, anecdotes, and targeted reflection questions to help us live more intentionally)
  • Tired of Being Tired by Jess Connolly (approachable, faith-based guide that helps us uncover the deep roots of our exhaustion and rediscover practical rhythms of rest) 

E-COURSES + VIDEOS:

  • ePREP (online course for couples by PREP, Inc. - based on more than 4 decades of cutting-edge research)
  • Loveology (leading relationship experts reply to your questions in short 3-5 minute videos; browse videos on grace, sexuality, repair, leisure time, parenting, and much more!)
  • Dream Big Academy (online, self-paced courses by Bob Goff to help you dream big for your family and career - plus special courses for aspiring authors and public speakers, too). 
  • Our Relationship (online relationship course for couples, or individual partners, by Dr. Brian Doss)

    BLOGS + QUIZZES:

    • Psychology Today Blogs: Mine or Dr. Tyler Jamison's (practical advice, informed by relationship science, to help people have happier relationships) 
    • 5 Love Languages Quiz (versions for couples, singles, teens, and kids - based on the book by Dr. Gary Chapman)
    • Taking Cara Babies (sleep training; helpful nap/feeding schedules and resources for parents with babies and toddlers)

    PRODUCTS:

    • Time-In Toolkit (tools for developing children's emotional intelligence and resilience by Generation Mindful) 
    • The Adventure Challenge (scratch-off books for couples, families, or friends to encourage connection and novel experiences) 

      PODCASTS:

      • Dream Big Podcast with Bob Goff (interviews with inspiring individuals) and The Writing Room with Bob Goff and Kimberly Stuart (interviews with authors - discussions about books and the writing process)
      • Choiceology with Dr. Katy Milkman (true stories, expert insights, and science-backed strategies for better decision-making)
      • The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos (research-based happiness hacks and interviews)

      APPS:

      • Love Nudge (based on the 5 love languages, for couples)
      • WayBetter (uses behavioral science strategies to encourage you in your goals - fitness, mindset, nutrition, etc.)

      E-NEWSLETTERS:

      • Mine! You can sign-up at the bottom of the page if you'd like to receive my newsletter (~2/month) feat. new podcast episodes, curated resources, and musings on intentional living.
      • Milkman Delivers by Dr. Katy Milkman (monthly insights on decision-making from leading experts)

      KIDS' BOOKS*:

      • All I Gained by Dale Maiella and Kara Shade (our new picture book about lifelong friendship - great for older children and adults)
      • When I Pray for You by Matthew Paul Turner (a parent's prayer for their child during different stages of life)
      • Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller (focuses on practical ways to spread kindness and be more considerate)
      • What Should Darla (or Danny) Do? by Ganit and Adir Levy (young readers make decisions for Darla/Danny and see how their choices can change the trajectory of the story)
      • The Smart Cookie by Jory John (on different talents and learning styles; helps encourage creativity and self-confidence)

       

      *As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission on books you purchase through the links above at no additional cost to you. Shopping through affiliate links helps support creators who provide free content you value and enjoy. 

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