Understanding how your child is wired can be a key to resolving conflict in your home! In today's episode, Karen dives into the dynamics of family conflict and emphasizes how important it is to recognize your child's personality type. By taking the time to understand their unique traits, we can cultivate patience and empathy in our relationships. Join us as we explore practical ways to bear with one another instead of butting heads!

Episode Recap:

- I’m worried about my 9 yr old son’s lack of sociability…should I be?

- My daughter and I are constantly butting heads! Help!

- What are the four core needs of the Red personality?

- How did your husband being away for so long affect your children and the home?

- My 1st grade daughter’s social awkwardness is affecting her relationships, what can I do?

Scripture for Reflection:

Ephesians 4:2 (NIV): Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.

Questions for Discussion:

1. How well do you know each of your children’s personalities? Share with the group the personalities of each of your family members.

2. Do any of the personalities in your family butt heads more so than others?

3. Can you see how taking personalities into account could create a more peaceful home?

4. Refer to the four needs of each personality type in the resource packet linked below: do any needs stand out that you could work to be more mindful of in your parenting?

Resources:

- Download the BOAW Moms app for FREE in the App Store (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/birds-on-a-wire-moms/id1419899927) or Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplashconsulting.s_JVZ5JB&hl=en_US&pli=1)

- Not sure your child’s color? Take our Colors Personality quiz: http://boaw.mom/quiz

- Print off the FREE personality resource packet from BOAW: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c185f503917eedb7fccc68d/t/649b457eae1f6b7efb3bb8f1/1687897474566/Understanding+the+Way+God+Wired+You+%285%29.pdf