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Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
A healthy lifestyle from a Christian perspective with marriage and family counselor Olen Baker.
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- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Fix a Broken Relationship?
So, how is your attitude right now? If it's fighting words, those words will only destroy any opportunity to repair the relationship. Accept the fact that you…
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How Can I Make my Voice be Heard?
Truth, tempered with compassion give both sides a chance to come closer together in a dispute solution. Stop talking and start listening. God will give you the…
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How Can I be a Better Listener?
How do you block communication? Body language, silence, agressive responses. Mutual understanding is never easy, but always necessary in any relationship.
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How Can I Stop Judging Others?
The blame game. We all play it at times. God can help us get out of that rut. Listen and learn.
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How Can I Accept The Fact That I am Wrong?
Okay, things have to change, and that means YOU. It's a tough place to go, but to heal and move forward, you must do that first.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Fix my Relationship?
Politics, religion, whatever comes between two people, doesn't mean that harmony can't be regained. Not a great place to be. Let's help you get there.
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How Can I Descalate a Family Conflict?
You have expectations, but what you need are, realistic expectations. Search your heart. Have a conversation with God. But don't be the barrier to resolution.
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How Can I Deal With a Family Crisis?
You might not see this at the moment, but a crisis for healing the wounds from the past. Ask God to help you see what's possible. Only He can completely…
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How Can Trust be Restored in a Relationship?
Are you capable of showing remorse and repentance? God can help you heal, but healing starts first, with you.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Fix a Bad Relationship?
Yeah, it's worth fixing and yeah, it's never easy. To start, allow trust to bring you back to center and allow God to help you take the next steps.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I be a Better Parent?
Somes that bond fails. A preoccupation with a career, a troubled marriags or simply a lack of interest. Find out how you can make the changes necessary to be…
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How Can I Get to Know my Kids, Better?
New parents are uncomfortable, because they don't feel qualified to be a parent. As kids grow there's an opportunity to grow with a bond. This is how you go…
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How Can I Find a Stronger Connection to God?
No internet signal, no problem. Find a calm, quiet place and send your message. On the best days and the darkest days, He will always answer.
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How Can I Ask God For Help?
Wow, once again it's time for a fresh start. How many times have you been there? It doesn't matter, because God will always be there to help. Just ask.
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How Can I Change a Bad Character Trait?
Holidays tend to bring out our best and worst character traits. Too much stress weakens our impulse control. Pray for strength to be honest and sincere.
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How Can God Change my Attitude?
An attitude change isn't easy, because we're stuck in our ways. Don't let this year end without reaching out to someone you are at odds with. It doesn't matter…
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How Can I be the Light of Hope and Love?
Christmas morning, and you're anticipating another wonderful Christmas Day. No need to check under the tree for any other gifts, check with God to make sure…
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How Can I Use Christmas to Share the Love of Christ?
Remember, the most important gift you can give, is the gift of eternal salvation, through Jesus Christ. The stores will be swamped with last minute shoppers…
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They Expect the Usual Gift. How Can I Give Them the Gift of Jesus?
Remember, you are the light pointing the recipient to Jesus. On that gift tag, let them know there is a little more that comes with this present.
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How Can I Give the Gift of Prayer, this Christmas?
You are at odds with someone you know, maybe a family member or friend. Prayer is the perfect way to turn that around. Why? Because asking God to help heal the…
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What is the Perfect Christmas Gift?
Wrong size, wrong color, never use it, what were you thinking?! Here's a suggestion; the gift pf prayerr is always the perfect gift, because it speaks directly…
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How Can I Nuture my Child?
Your attitude has a lot to do with how your child sees and responds to your direction. Check your attitude before you speak.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Get to Know my Kids, Better?
Are your kids also a friend? It's a balance between friendship and being a teacher.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
Can Parenting be a Good Experience?
You're learning from your kids, as much as they're learning from you. Turn to God when those speed bumps happen.
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How Do I Help My Child Find God's Purpose For Them?
Be a better listener and you will discover who they are. Children know they have purpose in life. Set the boundaries and help them discover who they will…
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How Can I Set Boundaries For My Kids?
Every child is unique. And every child deserves your specific attention to address behavior issues. You can't find the solution in a book. Get to know your…
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How Can I Keep My Kids Safe?
Kids like to please their parents. Does that surprise you? They are listening, but are you sending the right message?
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When Should I Say, No?
You know, even God does not always respond with a resounding "yes" to each of your prayers. He knows the boundaries and he knows when to make sure you've done…
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Happy on the Outside, Sad on the Inside
Okay, it's not about you. It's about what you expect from others. And so many times, others will let you down. Do your best to imitate the Lord God. Your…
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How Can I Get my Kids to Respect Me?
Can you accept that your children will not always like you, and that's okay. Kids who respect their parents go out into the world with a greater chance for…
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When does "no" Mean "no"?
This is especially important when working with our children. Yes is an easy way out of having to deal with an issue. No, means that boundaries have been set…
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Is it More Important to be Nice, or to be Honest?
Wow, sharing your feelings can be tough. It's not what you say, it's how you say it. Don't ever get into a conversation without talking to God, first. He will…
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Fill in the Blank; I am__________.
Anyone ever ask you that question. So, speaking honestly, without ego or expectations of a much higher rating, who are you? Funny thing, the best descriptives…
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When Should I be Firm?
If "nice" is your only expression, you are missing "honesty". God can help in those places where we are at a loss for words. Speak to Him before you speak to…
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How Can I be Nice?
Is being nice, being meek? No, it's not. Nice comes from within and from God. "My peace I give to you, not as the world gives, but as I give." Nice is a great…
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How Can I Change My Behavior?
Yes you can, with the help of God. He is a constant source of hope and power. Leaving God out of the conversation will keep you stuck in a place you'd rather…
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I'm too nice! Help!!
Just ask yourself; How would Jesus respond if he were facing my current issues. And let his wisdom guide your response.
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What Does it Mean, to Belong?
You will and always will, belong to Jesus. Jesus answers our need for purpose and belonging. Have you responded to his invitation?
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How Can I Change my Attitude?
Instead of longing for what is out of bounds, make yourself focus on what God has provided, and be thankful. Remember, God has a plan designed especially for…
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
Is What I am Doing, Good for Me?
Simply, ask God to create in you, a longing for the righteousness of Jesus. This is the foundation for you to be in a loving, caring relationship with God.
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How do I Define Priorities in my Life?
It's as simple as allowing the word of God to set your course. Remember, he designed a plan for your life. If we listen, we'll hear it.
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How Can I Help my Child Develop Healthy Routines?
Our chldren depend on us to show rather than tell what a healthy routine. You might not notice, but they are watching closely. Doing, rather than telling is…
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How Can I Break a Cycle of Bad Behavior?
We sometimes want more, of everything in life. This is a dangerous cycle as it leads to a dark place. The toughest thing to do is to impose self-boundaries…
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What is Trust and Respect?
A lack of trust creates the need to control, which limits freedom of choice. God can help us see through trust and respect issues. Ask him, today to help you.
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What is "The Me" Generation?
The generation of the 1970's, was called "the me" generation, and it was labled as greedy and self-centered. This attitude didn't stop as the decades rolled…
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What is Greed?
Most of us are guilty of being greedy at times. The problem becomes an issue when greed forms a vicious cycle in every day life. God can help break that cycle.
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Why Do People Break Promises?
Broken promises can alienate a person from God and others. Today, ask God to help you turn the corner and make amends. The beautiful promise from God, is that…
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Why Do People Lie?
Obviously, avoiding punishement is the top priority, but with some children, even adults, the impulse to lie evolves into a cycle of deception. Fear turns into…
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How do I Break a Bad Habit?
A habit is strong, especially when it can override your better judgement and sound logic. The good news: God has the power to deliver and redeem you, if you're…
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How Can I Get Rid of Unproductive Thoughts?
Maybe not the easiest thing to do, but step one is always to completely yield to what God is directing you to do. Simply, listening without speaking is the way…
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
I am Frustrated! How Can I Get Some Help?
You've heard this before: frustration is thinking, doing or saying the same thing over and over, and expecting a different result. There is a way out. Find out…
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How Can I Get Rid of My Weaknesses?
Have you ever been stuck in a pattern of thinking and acting that produce negative results. Self-control is the fruit of the holy spirit. Start the process of…
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Share God's Love?
Jesus calls us "the salt of the earth, and a light to the world". That pretty much sums it up. You have a job to do. And what a wonderful job it is.
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How Can I be a Better Listener, When God Speaks to Me?
Life is a distraction, but God always finds a way to get our attention, especially when we believe that we're too busy to hear. Listen carefully and you will…
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How Can I Stay on Schedule?
Schedules are tough and many times, schedules can be a challange, or frustrating. Make the plan, follow the plan, and take time to rest, just like God did…
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
How Can I Get Rid of Bad Thoughts?
Be careful. Don't get pulled into situations that on have some semblance of truth. Those places are stumbling blocks to God's purpose and plan for your life.
- Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker
Is Unhealthy Thinking, Sinful?
Negative thoughts are toxic. They could the connection to God. You can replace them with faith and trust in God. Now is the time to do that.
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How Can I Ask God to Help me Stop Unhealthy Thoughts?
We've all been there. Problems, thoughts, become distractions, and they build over time into mountains. As Barney Fife used to say, "nip it in the bud." Barney…
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Can I Show Mercy to Me?
Have you ever been caught in a mistake, or a lie? Extend mercy to yourself by saying "you're right, I was wrong, I apologize."
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How Can I Let go of The Past?
God doesn't want us to dwell on the past. He wants us to see where we can go. Letting go isn't always easy.