Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs is a weekly podcast that equips moms with practical, biblical advice on everything from toddler discipline to teenage dating, and beyond! Karen draws on 30+ years of parenting experience to encourage moms with answers to their real life questions each week in Q&A style episodes.
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Adjusting to the dynamic of a parent-child relationship as an adult can be painful. Today Emily and Karen talk about the season of life they are in right now, and Karen answers your questions about extended family visits, aging parents, and even passive aggressive mother-in-laws. As with every episode, our goal is to give you tangible wisdom you can use this week to bring more peace to your home.
Read MoreIn this episode of Wire Talk, we're addressing the unique challenges that military families face. Join us as we discuss the impact of deployments on children, how to maintain a strong relationship with your spouse despite long periods of separation, and practical tips for making the most of the time you have together. Plus, we've got tips for supporting military moms from a civilian perspective. Whether you're a military spouse or not, this episode has wisdom for you this week!
Read MoreAre you tired of feeling like a broken record when it comes to disciplining your kids? Do you find yourself yelling way more often than you care to admit? On today's episode of Wire Talk, we're sharing practical tips to help you stay consistent and break the cycle of yelling.
Read MoreOn today's episode of Wire Talk, we're diving into all things marriage. From learning to speak your spouse's love language to prioritizing time together, we're answering your most pressing questions. As always, we'll wrap up each question with a practical takeaway to apply in your own home.
Read MoreJoin Karen and Emily today as they tackle questions from moms who are hurting for their kids. From navigating the dating world to dealing with school pressures, we've got you covered with practical advice to help you parent with confidence. As always, you’ll come away with something tangible you can implement in your home this week.
Read MoreJoin us for Karen’s teaching on the final stanza of Psalm 23: 'You prepare a feast before me in the presence of my enemies; you honor me by anointing my head with oil; my cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.' With her trademark warmth and wisdom, Karen reminds us that God has set a table for us, and the enemy has not been invited to it! She challenges us to ask ourselves if we have invited the enemy to sit down with us?
Read MoreOn this special live episode of Wire Talk, recorded at our Survive retreat in Asheville, NC, Karen delves into verse 4 Psalm 23. This session speaks directly to the fears and anxieties that can overwhelm a mom. Listen as Karen weaves biblical wisdom in with personal stories of her own motherhood journey as she reminds us that God is bigger than our fears. This episode will give you strength and equip you to take your fear and worry to God, who will be with you and give you what you need for today.
Read MoreJoin us as we continue our four-part series on Psalm 23 today with a focus on verses 2 and 3: 'He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.' Through her insightful commentary and personal stories, Karen shares what it looks like practically to trust and follow our Shepherd’s voice. Don’t miss reflecting on Karen’s poignant question at the end, “What am I not trusting my Shepherd with today?”
Read MoreThis month on Wire Talk, we’re sharing a special four-part series Karen shared during our Survive retreat on Psalm 23, one of the most beloved and well-known passages of Scripture. In part one of the series, Karen unpacks the first verse of Psalm 23, exploring what it means to have the Lord as our Shepherd. Join Karen for this insightful session as she dives deep into the rich and timeless truths of this beautiful psalm.
Read MoreToday Karen is tackling listener questions about raising a 'wild' child. She offers advice on effective discipline, seeing their strengths, and managing their over-the-top energy. Whether you have boys or girls, toddlers or elementary-age kids, this episode is a must-listen!"
Read MoreToday on Wire Talk, we're wrapping up our series on Karen's brand-new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood, by exploring the topic of self-worth. As moms, it's easy to feel like we're not enough, like we're always failing in some way. But the truth is, our self-worth comes from the Lord, not from our performance as moms or in any other aspect of our lives. Join us as Karen and Emily share encouraging insights and practical tips on how to cultivate a healthy sense of self-worth, no matter what season of motherhood you're in.
Read MoreToday Karen shares 3 destructive patterns in the life of a perfectionist. She and Emily chat about the burden a parent carries when they pursue perfection, and Karen offers tangible, practical things that we can each do this week to switch our focus from perfection to doing our best.
Read MoreToday Karen and Emily are talking about how to set the pace for your family. Karen shares two specific problems she sees happening in families because of busyness and as always, we’ll wrap up with tangible, PRACTICAL things you can do this week to set a better pace for your family.
Read MoreToday Karen encourages us all to take a step back so our kids can step up, and suggests appropriate tasks for our kids to “own,” whether they are 6 or 16. Don’t miss the connection between kids who take ownership and confident kids!
Read MoreGod has crafted each of our children with unique characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. When we approach a child with their uniqueness in mind, we can parent more effectively.
Read MoreDiscipline might just be the most critical survival skill a mom can have! Whether you have toddlers or teens in the home, this episode gives practical steps you can take to focus on discipline this week.
Read MoreToday we’re digging into the next chapter of Karen’s new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood - How to Stay Connected To Your Spouse. Listen in for Karen’s marital wisdom on respect, expectations, sex and the idea of “choosing love.”
Read MoreWe sacrifice all the time as a mom, and if we’re not careful, we can lose ourselves in the process. In this episode, Karen reminds us of the importance of paying attention to our health and gives practical tips for keeping healthy in 4 different aspects of life, which will in turn, keep us from losing our minds as we raise our child!
Read MoreToday we’re unpacking Karen’s accumulated wisdom on taking charge in your home. If you are struggling with a home that seems to have been taken over by a surly teenage attitude or by a tyrannical toddler, this episode is for you! Don't miss Karen's practical tips for taking back charge so you feel at ease and at peace in your own home.
Read MoreThis one is for new moms, for whom each day can feel like a lifetime, and for seasoned moms, who face unanticipated challenges almost every season. You're going to love Karen's perspective on choosing joy daily!
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