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July 8, 2025


Title: Make Summer FUN!
Topic: Family Activities
Discussed by Amy Pierson
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

As summer kicks into full swing, many parents are looking for more than just screen-free activities. They are craving meaningful, memorable ways to connect with their kids.

Today, Amy Pierson gives some great tips and advice for parents and grandparents who want to connect more deeply with their children and grandchildren. Amy is an author and parenting associate with Focus on the Family.

Click the links below for fun summer activities for families:
Summer Adventure Kits
20 Family Activities for Summer Fun
Summer Plan Podcast with Lisa Anderson and The Boundless Show

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can parents connect with their adult children and grandchildren? Amy Pierson mentions Danny Huerta’s book: “Seven Traits of Effective Parenting”.

We all know that one-on-one time is necessary for the parent/child relationship. Can grandparents also benefit from quality one-on-one time with their grandkids?

Many families take long road trips during the summer. How can parents make the drive more fun?

Can hotels and hotel rooms be fun, too?

What are some other ways parents and grandparents can stay close to their children and grandchildren

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December 3, 2024


Title: Fostering an Attitude of Gratitude During the Holidays
Topic: Attitude of Gratitude
Discussed by Amy Pierson
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Being positive in every situation is not a characteristic that comes easily to most people.

Today, Amy Pierson gives encouragement for those who are dreading the holiday family gatherings that are just around the corner. Amy Pierson is the Manager of Special Projects for Focus on the Family. She is an author, speaker, and creative champion of spiritual transformation.

Click here or call 1.800.AFAMILY to speak with a licensed therapist with Focus on the Family.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we learn to foster an attitude of positivity when situations are less than ideal?

Can expressing gratitude improve our mental, physical, and relational health? Amy Pierson shares some encouraging statistics.

What is the 7 Days of Gratitude Challenge? Click here for the FREE download.

Can the 7 Days of Gratitude Challenge help us on a daily basis, not just during the holidays?

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November 26, 2024


Title: Fostering an Attitude of Gratitude During the Holidays
Topic: Attitude of Gratitude
Discussed by Amy Pierson
with Focus on the Family www.Family.org

Being positive in every situation is not a characteristic that comes easily to most people.

Today, Amy Pierson gives encouragement for those who are dreading the holiday family gatherings that are just around the corner. Amy Pierson is the Manager of Special Projects for Focus on the Family. She is an author, speaker, and creative champion of spiritual transformation.

Click here or call 1.800.AFAMILY to speak with a licensed therapist with Focus on the Family.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we learn to foster an attitude of positivity when situations are less than ideal?

Can expressing gratitude improve our mental, physical, and relational health? Amy Pierson shares some encouraging statistics.

What is the 7 Days of Gratitude Challenge? Click here for the FREE download.

Can the 7 Days of Gratitude Challenge help us on a daily basis, not just during the holidays?

Click here  to help support Focus on the Family.



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