Be Love. Do Good. with Kristi Hayes

Welcome back to the Be Love. Do Good. podcast! In this special solo episode, we're sharing tips for parents as the new school year approaches. We'll talk about setting goals with your children, choosing scriptures for inspiration, and establishing personal rhythms for a peaceful and productive year. 📔 Get a copy of the Christian Parenting prayer journal here!🎧 Listen to our episode on the power of community with Liz Bohannon on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 00:00 Welcome to Be Love. Do Good. Podcast!00:18 Back-to-School Emotions00:44 Preparing for a Successful School Year04:14 Setting Goals and Family Mission07:52 Creating Rhythms and Praying for Kids13:57 Building Community and Support15:18 Thanks for Listening!

Welcome to Be Love. Do Good. with Kristi Hayes!In this episode, Kristi welcomes her friend and colleague Dr. Sheryl Victorian, Chief of Police in Waco, TX. Chief Victorian shares her inspiring journey of over 30 years in law enforcement, reflecting on her experiences and the personal values that have guided her career. This conversation offers deep insights into the challenges and rewards of authenticity, as well as leading with integrity and finding strength in difficult times.📸 Keep up with Kristi on Instagram at @bestrongstory

Welcome to Be Love. Do Good. with Kristi Hayes!In this episode, Kristi welcomes Liz Bohannon, founder of Sseko Designs and Chief Growth Officer of Noonday Collection. They highlight the nuts and bolts of creating community, the impact of social media on loneliness, and practical steps for fostering relationships. If you're ready to build stronger bonds in your community, this episode is for you! 📸 Follow Liz on Instagram at @lizbohannon🎧 Subscribe to Plucking Up with Liz Bohannon💡 See more of what Liz is up to: Check out Sseko Designs and Noonday CollectionEpisode Highlights:00:00 Welcome to the Be Love. Do Good. podcast!00:45 Meet Liz: Entrepreneur and Community Builder02:11 Liz's Journey and Philosophy on Community05:34 The Importance of Building Community10:12 Challenges and Realities of Modern Friendship16:29 The Role of Social Media in Loneliness20:56 The Importance of Asking for Help22:28 Breaking the Stigma Around Asking for Help25:47 Cultural Perspectives on Asking for Help29:56 Building and Maintaining Community34:16 Practical Tips for Cultivating Relationships40:55 Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Be Love. Do Good. with Kristi Hayes!On this episode of Be Love. Do Good. Kristi sits down with Toni Collier, author, speaker, and founder of Broken Crayons Still Color, to discuss Toni's healing journey, the importance of community, and encountering the living God in the midst of life's trials. Toni doesn't put up a front: She's honest about how this broken world has challenged her. But even the brokenness of this world shows us God's closeness and kindness to us, especially when things look dark. If you're struggling to understand God's plan in your pain, this episode is for you.Be Love. Do Good. is an outreach of Be Strong Story.You can follow Toni on Instagram at @tonijcollierListen to Toni's podcast, Still Coloring, wherever you get your podcasts.Get Toni's book, Brave Enough to be Broken, on Amazon or from the publisher.

Welcome to Be Love. Do Good. with Kristi Hayes!In this episode, Kristi sits down with Dr. Charles Fay to discuss his approach to raising mentally strong children through Love and Logic. Dr. Fay shares personal anecdotes and insights on the power of empathy and setting boundaries in parenting. They delve into how fostering a loving relationship and understanding can significantly impact a child's development. Additionally, Dr. Fay talks about his latest book, 'Raising Mentally Strong Kids,' co-authored with Dr. Daniel Amen, offering listeners a peek into the combination of neuroscience and parenting practices. This conversation is packed with practical tips for parents seeking to cultivate resilience and empathy in their children.Be Love. Do Good. is an outreach of Be Strong Story.You can find Dr. Fay's book, Raising Mentally Strong Children, wherever books are sold, or on Amazon.For more information about Dr. Fay, visit his website Love and Logic.