Highlights from This Show:

• Amber and I talk about her new book, Triggers: Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses, which she co-authored with Wendy Speake. This incredible book about mommy anger was compiled from their time working with their online ministry called No More Angry MOB (Moms of Boys).
• Mommy anger is a real thing! Amber thought that is was only her “real thing.” Then she learned that she wasn't alone.
• Triggers chronicles her journey through learning how to turn to God with her anger. It has given hope and has transformed thousands of families.
• Many moms get trapped in the cycle of anger and aren't sure what to do.
• The book goes over 31 common triggers that parents have. They divide it into external triggers and internal triggers. Amber Lia shares overarching tips and advice for moms who are struggling with anger.
• “In a practical sense, do not set your expectations too high for yourself or for your kids. Give them a long, long leash to learn whatever it is you’re trying to teach and train them.” — Amber Lia
• It's easy to feel alone in your struggles with anger…because we don't typically broadcast it when we lose it. It doesn't really look good on our Facebook highlight reel. Ha! However, when Wendy and Amber started this No More Angry MOB Facebook group…they had over 1,000 moms join in the first week.
• “There's a lot of people out there who have nowhere to turn, because they are embarrassed and don't want to let people know that they get angry — and that they don't know what to do about it.” — Amber Lia
• “If we're not letting people know our weaknesses, then we're missing out on a community that can help us grow toward change.” — Amber Lia
• Amber and I both talk about the importance of helping your child come up with a solution to whatever problem they are repeatedly having.
• “I want to know my kids. I want to know how they think. I want to know what matters to them, what’s important to them. Each of their personalities is different. Getting their input and getting them to take some ownership for these issues is a loving thing to do.” — Amber Lia
• I ask Amber what it’s like working in the entertainment industry as a Christian. She responds by asking for prayer. So, I wanted to ask you to partner with me in praying for the Lia family. Amber and Guy are in the “thick of it” being that they are in the film industry. Having a Christian, conservation company in Hollywood definitely stirs up spiritual attack. So, please be praying for them as they seek to bless others with great quality content. Thanks!
• Proverbs 15:1

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