by Jeff | Apr 5, 2015
This week, Jeff, DW, Jason and Terra Kay share thoughts about Mo’ne Davis’ example of forgiveness and how to respond to people who say things that you disagree strongly with. In a day where social media has revolutionized inter- and intrapersonal relationships, often times we don’t say what we mean or even mean what we say. Also, feel free to share your sketch of us on the Tweetback!
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by Jeff | Mar 29, 2015
Most people would think that giving less than your best probably means you’re not really devoted to what you’re doing. It’s like anything in life: you reap what you sow. You and I are the sum of the choices we’ve made in our lives. It’s also why when we experience repeated failures that we have to look in the mirror and face the fact that I’m the common denominator in every failure. This week, Jeff and DW give you their 110 percent of their thoughts about being devoted in the world we live in today. Jason and Terra Kay join the conversation.
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by Jeff | Mar 22, 2015
Once upon a time, in a far away land lived ladies and gentlemen. They were distinctly different from the boys and girls just turning 30 today. Might not be too far off from a future fairytale. But seriously, there are days that I wonder: what happened to raising men to be gentle and strong, and women to be pure and compassionate? Sarah Boes from More Precious Than Rubies (MPTR) is back with Jeff, DW and Jason to talk about this shift and give encouragement to the ones who feel that they might be the last lady or gentleman out there. This is for you! Let us know you’re out there on the TweetBack.
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Does too much praise turn kids into narcissists?
A recent study suggests it. Jeff and DW think they’re on to something. Do you think we should praise people for doing things they should do anyway – like brush their teeth? Somewhere along the way, we’ve learned to be needed instead of wanted. Being needed and being wanted are pretty different things. There are different rules
[Tweet “We always praised children thinking that it would make them more confident. #HNRTB”]
[Tweet “Ladies and gentlemen are not self-centered. #HNRTB”]
Links discussed
More Precious Than Rubies
A new study from The Ohio State University suggests that constant – and perhaps undue – praise for our kids’ tiniest accomplishments, or non-accomplishments, may have the unintended side-effect of creating an over-inflated ego. And this can have serious consequences both in childhood and later on in life. Read more
What are the characteristics of a gentleman? Chivalrous, courteous, honorable, realistic, polite, gallant, respectful, noble, and decent. Read more
Becoming a Proverbs 31 woman
by Jeff | Mar 8, 2015
Spring is in the air! For many teens around America, that also means prom season. This week, Jeff, DW, Jason, Mike and Jordan talk about ways to avoid making prom your ultimate trust bust this year. Be part of the Tweetback!
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What do we want to accomplish?
This is a fair question to ask when there is controversy around a particular topic. Here’s what needs to be said:
- Encourage conversation between parents and teens about important stuff. Address the “we’re not gonna talk about it” crowd. Parents differ on whether their teen should attend school dances in public school. Parents reserve the right to allow or disallow their child to participate. Many parents don’t care, though, and that’s why we’re bringing it up.
- We’re glad that teachers & parents invest time and money in fun, safe activities for teens. Hope that by talking about prom before prom helps make it a fun, more safe experience for everyone.
- You may believe that good teens should never go to prom. Valid. We believe that conversations save lives and it’s important to talk to the “I’m-Going-to-Prom Crowd” this week.
Fair enough? On with the conversation!
According to USNews.com (click for source)
The Facts.
Prom is not a cheap occasion, averaging between $835 and $1,125. Check these numbers out from Liberty Mutual/Students Against Destructive Decisions and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:
- 90% teens believe their peers are more likely to drink and drive on prom night.
- Only 29% believe driving on prom night comes with a high degree of danger.
- 36% of teens say their parents have allowed them to attend parties where they knew alcohol would be available.
- 14% of teens say their parents have hosted teen gatherings with alcohol.
- 54% of students drank more than 4 drinks on prom night.
[Tweet “Don’t mistake prom night for your wedding night. #sexisnotlove #HNRTB”]
Jeff’s Prom Facts
- Trends are overrated. You’ll laugh at those pictures in 15 years.
- Spending $1000 on prom is your worst financial decision of 2015. #wheredidmymoneygo
- If you think a dress, hairstyle, new nails and makeup makes you beautiful, you have no idea what beauty is. #redefined
- A date for prom does not make it the best prom. #dontdatealoser
- Even the prom queen struggles with feeling beautiful.
- Prom Court honors mean basically nothing after graduation.
- Don’t mistake prom night for your wedding night. #sexisnotlove
- Early curfew is better for your health.
- Failure to plan is planning to fail.
- Getting your friends and you home safe is your #1 goal.
Bonus: Don’t be afraid to be different. Successful people usually flow against the grain in how they do things, anyway.
What are you most looking forward
What didn’t we cover this week?
3 Tips for Parents to Discuss Prom Safety with Teens – US News
Drunk Driving After Prom: Perception vs. Reality – US News
Teenager takes his great-grandmother to prom – Fox News
by Jeff | Mar 1, 2015
Doctor says mother’s prayer restarted dead boy’s heart
Jeff and DW head back to the salt mine this week, wrapping up the Love Is series with Jason and Mike. If we say that we love someone, but have little faith that things can change for the better, do we really love? This challenging question is so important and complex, especially after being hurt over and over by someone you love.
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SERIES EPISODES: Love is Patient | Love Is Kind | Love Is Honest | Love Is Hopeful
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Show Notes
Miss part of the Love Is Series? Catch up on previous episodes here.
[Tweet “Love is like a delicious homemade, tasty scone. #HNRTB”]
Okay, well maybe that’s not the best way to describe love, but I do love a tasty scone in the morning. The point is that there are so many wild and crazy ideas of what love is. When you ask someone to define it, usually there’s a pause to think a little. How would you define “love” to someone? How do you know when you feel loved? Can you fall into love (and out of it)? Why do we do such crazy things for love today? And when we are pained by someone else, can we ever love them again?
Mentioned on the Show
Doctor says mother’s prayer restarted dead boy’s heart
LGBT group cancels protest because church is ‘too nice’
Remember, disagreement doesn’t mean that someone doesn’t love you. We can disagree with someone and still love them. How silly is it if you chose not to love someone who didn’t like pizza and you did? That’s crazy, right? Yet we see examples of this happening every day in our society that we can no longer disagree without being ridiculed or called out publicly. If we’re going to truly see love overcome in our world today, then we have to know how to agree to disagree about something and still love the person with whom we disagree. In fact, that is the essence of forgiveness. When we love others, we are willing to go the distance, knowing that reality isn’t reflective of the greatness that is to come when we are driven by hope.
