In this powerful episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado to talk about parenting peace, faith-based mindset shifts, and the concept of "picky thinking." Learn how to guard your mind, model faith for your teens, and help your children battle anxiety, negative self-talk, and social media pressures. Max shares his personal stories, parenting wisdom, and biblical insights to help families thrive in truth and peace.

What You’ll Learn:

Why “picky thinking” can transform your parenting mindset
How to identify and overcome UFOs (Untruths, False Narratives, and Overreactions)
The impact of modeling prayer and emotional control for teens
The vital role fathers play in shaping daughters’ self-worth
Practical ways to take your thoughts captive for a calmer home

Resources:

Max Lucado’s book: Tame Your Thoughts

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