Focus on the Family Daily Broadcast
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U.S. Air Date: September 12, 2008
Lies We Tell Our Children
Author Chuck Borsellino discusses the lies, clichés and half-truths parents often tell their children, and explains the negative impact this can have on a child's character and beliefs.
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Chuck Borsellino is a licensed clinical psychologist, an ordained minister and the founder of Open House Family Ministries. He also produces and hosts a nationally-syndicated daily TV show, At Home Live with Chuck & Jenn. Chuck holds two doctoral degrees and is the author of two books, Pinocchio Parenting and How to Raise Totally Awesome Kids. He and his wife, Jenni, reside in Dallas, Texas, and have three children.
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