We never know how long an episode of the Session will run. Sometimes, we dig deep enough into a topic that it requires more than 1 episode. That's the case with this topic. It's split right down the middle. We talk about the things TO do when parenting the adult child that's an adict. We'll cover the flip side in the next episode. You'll see notes for both episodes here. The Session: Parenting The Adult Addicted Child II Timothy 1:7 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and ...
Sep 14, 2023•25 min•Ep. 133
It's a first of the school year tradition on The Session. A reminder to parents about the signs of bullying. We even briefly discuss what to do if you find your child is the bully! The Session: 7 Christian Tips for Dealing with Bullying by CRYSTAL MCDOWELL Psalm 138:7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me. 1. Recognize bullying behavior when you are aware of it · By their fruit you wil...
Sep 07, 2023•25 min•Ep. 132
There's at least one family in every church, maybe more. One of their children has "left their faith". Some would call them "the prodigal". No matter what you call it, there is hope! And that's what we are sharing today. The Session: 5 Ways to Maintain a Relationship with a Child Who Has Left the Faith From Michelle S. Lazurek Romans 8:38-39 (Parents, Rest Assured) For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neith...
Sep 01, 2023•25 min•Ep. 131
How is it that teenagers seem to be able to stay up until all hours? It's NOT a good thing. This week, we talk about why on The Session. Psalm 4:8: In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. From Health Day.com: Studies shows that if you can get teens to go to bed earlier, they will increase their time asleep by 41 minutes for each additional hour in bed. Dr. Ian Campbell from UC Irvine, said as children enter adolescence, changes in sleep and circadian rhy...
Aug 17, 2023•25 min•Ep. 130
How do our kids learn how to behave around the opposite sex? How do you as a parent develop a strong relationship with your child? The Mother-Son/Daddy-Daughter Date! Proverbs 1:8 Hear, my son, your father’s instruction And do not forsake your mother’s teaching; A Mothers Love for Her Son · Love is patient even when explaining the same thing for the hundredth time. · Love is kind when family members are sick and can’t care for themselves. · Love doesn’t want what others have or promote itself, a...
Aug 10, 2023•25 min•Ep. 129
In this episode from earlier this year, Tom & Scott welcome in Jeff & Donna Heck. Together they discuss a hard topic, suicide. 33 Forever is a non-profit created by Jeff & Donna Heck, after their 33-year old daughter, Dani, committed suicide. They connect people fighting with depression, suicidal thoughts and other mental health issues with the care they need. On today's episode, you'll hear about their goal to normalize talking about mental health issues, and their passion to get pe...
Aug 03, 2023•25 min•Ep. 127
Whether you are sending your kids to college, to marriage, or to life, this episode can help. Tom & Scott also discuss the obvious question...how long do you wait before turning their room into a man cave? Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10 Breathe. Seriously. Inhale and exhale. Take a moment. Grab some quiet time. Saying goodbye for the first time is a life-changing, epic moment, but the world isn’t ending. No one is dying. Even though your heart might be...
Jul 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 128
In this "best of" episode from 2019, there's a new sheriff in town, and he says there are ways to behave on the hiway of communication in your marriage. There are rules of the road to keep the lanes of communication open. Tom (the sheriff) & Scott (Barney Fife to Tom's Sheriff Andy Taylor) talk about the importance of keeping the lanes of communication open in your marriage. To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.
Jul 20, 2023•24 min•Ep. 126
Exercise, A Definite Treatment For Depression and Anxiety (aka how to put Tom out of business) Is Scott really trying to put Tom out of business by discussing how exercise can replace therapy as a treatment for depression and anxiety? You decide. Matthew 6:33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Research by the University of South Australia Occurrence · Millions of people are reporting depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions...
Jul 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 124
The Session: Having a sense of purpose may have an impact on teens emotional well being. (aka the "DUH" show) Study by UI indicates a sense of purpose may have significant impact on teens, emotional well-being Jeremiah 29: 11-13 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all you...
Jul 06, 2023•25 min•Ep. 125
Why Should We Protect Our Christian Heritage? This 4th of July, let's celebrate not only our freedom as a nation, but our freedom in Christ. Isaiah 61:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Most Founders appear to have been orthodox (or “right-believing”) Christians. Most were baptized, listed on church rolls, married to practicing Christians, and frequent or at least sporadic attenders of services of C...
Jun 29, 2023•25 min•Ep. 123
Burnout - Exhausted, Too Pooped to Pop, Wiped Out, Lost Your "Umph". However you describe it, burnout is a real thing. This week, we help you get your Get-Up-And-Go back. Jeremiah 31:25 I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint. Burn out is a psychological syndrome, emerging as a prolonged response to chronic interpersonal stressors on the job. Three key symptoms are overwhelming exhaustion, feelings of cynicism and detachment from the job. It’s also common to feel a sense of ineffectivenes...
Jun 22, 2023•27 min•Ep. 122
Burnout - Fried, Wiped Out, Exhausted, Too Pooped to Pop, My Get-Up-And-Go has Got-Up-And-Went...however you want to say it, burnout is a real thing! Jeremiah 31:25 I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint. Burn out is a psychological syndrome, emerging as a prolonged response to chronic interpersonal stressors on the job. Three key symptoms are overwhelming exhaustion, feelings of cynicism and detachment from the job. It’s also common to feel a sense of ineffectiveness and lack of accompl...
Jun 15, 2023•27 min•Ep. 121
Connecting With Your Family. Taken From Five Out-Of-The-Box Ways To Connect As A Family By All Pro Dads And Proverbs 31 Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord; and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words which I command you today shall be on your heart; you shall teach them diligently to your children…And you shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates. Schedule your time to...
Jun 08, 2023•27 min•Ep. 120
The Session, Reaching Out To The Widowed And Widower He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings, you will find refuge. His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. (Psalm 91:4) Seven Tips to help a widow by Miriam Neff. · It’s important to stay connected. Don’t assume they need space to grieve. · Do you say sorry for your loss? It is important to say I am at a loss for what to say rather than telling them your story. Do not say I understand. · Do attempt to engage them in some act...
Jun 02, 2023•26 min•Ep. 119
The Session: Parenting After a Divorce: 7 Christian Tips, by Derek Hill Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. 1. Stay connected to the Father (Abide in me…) Don’t stop praying Don’t stop reading the Bible Don’t stop worshiping 2. Despite how I feel emotionally I am still a parent to my children. It is still important that we are fair, firm and consistent. If we are absent as parents then our children will learn a life of “no boundaries.” Staying consistent will...
May 25, 2023•24 min•Ep. 118
Introverts & Extroverts - How do you parent them toward success? Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Center orparentingeducation.org Introverts are quiet people who tend to retreat to places where they are by themselves. When they successfully do this they feel recharged. Extroverts are people who want to be around groups of people. When they this they feel energized. What are the trait...
May 18, 2023•25 min•Ep. 117
Introverts & Extroverts - How do you parent them toward success? Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Center orparentingeducation.org Introverts are quiet people who tend to retreat to places where they are by themselves. When they successfully do this they feel recharged. Extroverts are people who want to be around groups of people. When they this they feel energized. What are the trait...
May 11, 2023•25 min•Ep. 116
Over the next few weeks, Tom & Scott turn their focus to parenting. We start by focusing in the middle, with the Middle Child! If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please email scott@risefmohio.com The Middle Child Mark 10:13–16 People were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs t...
May 04, 2023•24 min•Ep. 115
Who knew? Random acts of kindness help people feel BETTER! Well, as Jesus followers, WE knew. Let's talk about it today on The Session! The Session: Kindness Can Have Unexpectedly Positive Consequences Amit Kumar on December 12, 2022 (Scientific American) Galatians 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up . Both p erformers and recipients of the acts of kindness were in more positive moods than normal after these exchanges. For ...
Apr 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 114
This week's episode was easy on one host, torture for the other. This is what happens when a confirmed "Eeyore" meets and optimist... Optimism’s Impact On Well-Being John 15:11 Again and again in the Bible references are made to joy, faith, optimism. “These things,” Jesus said, “have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.” (John 15: 11) Take optimism, therefore, as medicine for the body, mind and soul. A Boston University, school of medicine study fo...
Apr 20, 2023•25 min•Ep. 113
This week on The Session, it's all about love! We talk through Dr. Gary Chapman's Five Love Languages. I Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Quality Time To you, nothing says you’re loved like und...
Apr 14, 2023•27 min•Ep. 112
Welcome to the place where faith and life connect - The Session! The Session: Seven Myths About Easter 1 Jesus didn't literally rise from the dead. John 11:25-26: "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. I Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurr...
Apr 06, 2023•25 min•Ep. 111
Before we begin, a disclaimer. This week's show was recorded before the terrible tornados that his the deep south, and before the terrible school shooting in Nashville. It's a God-thing that this episode was released at this time. It's our hope it helps you have conversations and share hope with your children. Philippians 4:8: “ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excel...
Mar 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 110
So why are we scared of spiders, anyway? This week, Scott and Tom open the book on phobias, why we have them, what causes them, and how we fix them. The Session: Phobias No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. I Corinthians 10:13 The National Institute of Mental Health suggests that phobias affect approximately...
Mar 23, 2023•25 min•Ep. 109
So why are we scared of spiders, anyway? This week, Scott and Tom open the book on phobias, why we have them, what causes them, and how we fix them. The Session: Phobias No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. I Corinthians 10:13 The National Institute of Mental Health suggests that phobias affect approximately...
Mar 16, 2023•27 min•Ep. 108
It was just a random thought that led us to this week's episode. Scott asked Tom if doing therapy with senior citizens was different from other counseling. We hope it's informative! Counseling & Senior Citizens Even to your old age and gray hairs I am He, I am He who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. – Isaiah 46:4 The Caregiver (Susan Goertz) Support for the caregiver is vitally important. It is a priority that the caregiver hav...
Mar 09, 2023•24 min•Ep. 107
We call Tom "the King of the Kranium". This week, we find out why, a little, with strategies Tom uses in session. The Session: Tom’s 3 Top Parenting Strategies Psalm 127:3-4: Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Have A New Kid By Friday Reality Therapy Build a good relationship. – Examine the current behavior Discuss it – Evaluate behavior-helpful or not? – Brainstorm alternatives. – Commit to ...
Mar 02, 2023•25 min•Ep. 106
This week, we wrap up our conversation on the Top 10 Marriage Myths. Top Ten Marriage Myths Marriage.Com Genesis 2:18 The LORD God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” 1. Healthy marriages come naturally. · The truth is that marriage (and relationships,) is hard work. · This is probably one of the most common myths about marriage. · Intentional and proactive prioritizing your marriage is highly successful 2. Having a conflict is a sign that your ...
Feb 23, 2023•26 min•Ep. 105
We all enter marriage with what we think we know about about marriage. This week, we cover the Top 10 Marriage Myths. Top Ten Marriage Myths Marriage.Com Genesis 2:18 The LORD God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” 1. Healthy marriages come naturally. · The truth is that marriage (and relationships,) is hard work. · This is probably one of the most common myths about marriage. · Intentional and proactive prioritizing your marriage is highly suc...
Feb 16, 2023•18 min•Ep. 104
