Family Minute with Dr. Bill Maier
Sixty seconds of positive parenting from Focus on the Family
March 19, 2010:
Life Long Learner
Learning doesn’t need to stop just because you’re out of school. The best learners are those who are interested in understanding new things. We’ll tell you how you can develop a love for lifetime learning.
March 18, 2010:
Seeing Disability as a Blessing
Learning that your child has a disability can be a shock to most parents. Some respond with anger and resentment toward God. Why should you embrace your special needs child and see them as a blessing instead of an obstacle?
March 17, 2010:
Teen Entrepreneurs
Teenagers are willing to do just about anything to make a little spending money-from flipping burgers to working at the mall. But these days, a lot of teens are starting their own businesses. What can you do to encourage your teenager who wants to be an entrepreneur?
March 16, 2010:
Endorphin Rush
We’ve all heard of experiencing “butterflies” the first few weeks of being in love. But being “in love” is not necessarily a good indicator of true love. We’ll give you some tips on how to explain the rush you feel when you first meet that soul mate.
March 15, 2010:
Dealing with Obese Children
The best advice for dealing with a child battling obesity is to encourage them to face the problem head on. As parents, it will take a great measure of patience and sensitivity. Find out how to promote healthy habits with your obese child by taking it one day at a time.
March 12, 2010:
What’s for Dinner?
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But when it comes to family relationships, dinner is the one that wins. Why is it valuable for your family to sit down every night and eat together?
March 11, 2010:
Shopping with Toddlers
Going grocery shopping with your kids can be a weekly battle. But there is a way to make sure your kids keep busy and out of trouble. Learn some creative ways you can provide fun for your children and less stress for you at the grocery store.
March 10, 2010:
Divorce Dynamics
The divorce rate for second marriages is around 60-65 percent. That’s because far too many people are jumping back into a relationship shortly after a divorce. We’ll tell you some questions to ask yourself before you take the plunge for a second time.
March 9, 2010:
Workplace Romances
Romance may be a wonderful thing, but is it appropriate in the workplace? Office relationships can be formulas for disaster. We’ll give you the pros and cons of finding a mate at the office.
March 8, 2010:
The Cure for Food Flinging
We all know most babies throw their food at one time or another. But what can you do when your kids are old enough to know better? How can you set consequences for your little food flinger?
March 5, 2010:
Games to Stay Fit
It’s hard to find time to go to the gym when you have toddlers at home. So why not do a little exercise with your kids? Learn some creative ways to work out while spending time with your children all at the same time.
March 4, 2010:
Huffing
Why should parents worry about their teens and common household products? We’ll tell you about the newest drug abuse and what the consequences are if your teenager tries it.
March 3, 2010:
Manners Still Matter
American culture today has started to display a major lack of respect. There seems to be little concern for the feelings of others. Find out why manners still matter in an age of informality.
March 2, 2010:
Explaining Death to Kids
Death is a hard subject to understand, especially if you are a child. Whether it’s a family member or a close relative or friend, it’s important to be honest with your kids about the facts. We’ll give you some advice on how to help your children understand the complicated issue of death.
March 1, 2010:
Forgiving Your Spouse
When you never forgive your spouse, it could mean the end of your marriage. Sometimes, we become too proud to let go of our anger and our relationship will be destined for failure. How can you learn to forgive and divorce-proof your marriage?
February 26, 2010:
Deciding to Love
Love isn’t something that just happens; it’s something that two people decide to do. If you are falling out of love with your spouse, commit to falling back in love. We’ll share how you can work to regain the feelings of love that you have lost for your husband or wife.
February 25, 2010:
Who Riled up the Kids?
Bedtime is meant to be a relaxing, quiet time. But most dads seem to wrestle with the little ones at the end of the day, which can make kids pretty hyper. How can moms encourage dads to bond with the kids without getting them wound up right before bedtime?
February 24, 2010:
A Steward of Good Health
We are all supposed to be good stewards of our time and money. But our responsibilities don’t stop there. We’ll tell you how to be good stewards of your children’s health so they will live a long, healthy life.
February 23, 2010:
Home-Based Opportunities
Most moms want to stay home with their kids when they are young, but can’t for financial reasons. There are ways to make a little extra money, without leaving the comfort of your house. We’ll share some ideas on how you can create your own home based business.
February 22, 2010:
The Right Career Path
If parents could pick their children’s careers for them, we’d have a world full of doctors and lawyers. But everyone has certain skills and interests that make them unique. How can you encourage your child to work toward their dreams and find the job that best suits them?
About Dr. Maier
Dr.
Bill Maier is Focus on the Family's Vice-President, Psychologist
in Residence. A child and family psychologist, he acts as a media
spokesperson for Focus on a variety of family-related issues.
Dr. Maier is a veteran broadcaster. He has also been an occasional guest voice actor on Focus on the Family's children's radio drama, "Adventures in Odyssey."
Upcoming broadcasts
- March 22, 2010:
Love Songs Gone Wrong - March 23, 2010:
Time Heals - March 24, 2010:
Carry me, Mom! - March 25, 2010:
Chores for Allowance - March 26, 2010:
Love is (Not) all you Need - More upcoming broadcasts