In this audioblog, we take on a topic relevant to holiday gatherings: what to do when you receive unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? From preparing ahead of time to helping your kids navigate criticisms, today you’ll hear some practical strategies to help you continue to parent confidently in your grace-based approach.

Key Takeaways:* How to have empathetic responses with your family members before redirecting their approaches * Confident responses to practice in advance * How to equip your kids with truth before the gathering

Mentioned in this Podcast:* Blog – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice from Family (4 Grace-Filled Tips) * PDF – Scripts for Unsolicited Advice * Holiday Family Stress? How to Actually Enjoy Family Gatherings| Ep. 276 * Luke 1:17 * Free E-Book – What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity * The Table Monthly Giving Program * Give a Gift to Connected Families

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