Your kid sits you down. They look nervous. And then you hear the words you weren’t expecting today: “We’re dating.” …Now what? In this episode, the team dives into the moment every Christian family eventually faces — when a child starts stepping into dating relationships. We talk about the tension between wanting to protect our kids and wanting to build trust with them, how to respond without overreacting, and why creating open communication is one of the strongest tools a parent can have.
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Your kid sits you down. They look nervous. And then you hear the words you weren’t expecting today: “We’re dating.” …Now what? In this episode, the team dives into the moment every Christian family eventually faces — when a child starts stepping into dating relationships. We talk about the tension between wanting to protect our kids and wanting to build trust with them, how to respond without overreacting, and why creating open communication is one of the strongest tools a parent can have.
Hidden Scars: What self-harm means, why it happens, and how to help.
DoorWays® Ministry Podcast
24 minutes
2 weeks ago
Hidden Scars: What self-harm means, why it happens, and how to help.
In this podcast, Ric Shields speaks with Dr. Nicholas Westers, a leading expert on self-injury and adolescent psychology. They discuss why people may harm themselves, how to recognize the hidden pain behind it, and how to respond with compassion rather than fear. This episode offers clarity, hope, and encouragement for anyone who wants to understand and make a difference.
DoorWays® Ministry Podcast
Your kid sits you down. They look nervous. And then you hear the words you weren’t expecting today: “We’re dating.” …Now what? In this episode, the team dives into the moment every Christian family eventually faces — when a child starts stepping into dating relationships. We talk about the tension between wanting to protect our kids and wanting to build trust with them, how to respond without overreacting, and why creating open communication is one of the strongest tools a parent can have.
