Rekindling Communication: Insights from Couples Counselor Raffi Bilek on Humor, Conflict Resolution, and Lasting Relationships
In this follow-up episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham continues her conversation with couples counselor Raffi Bilek about communication, conflict, and building healthier relationships that can last.Raffi shares how humor can help or hurt, why some conflicts...
In this helpful episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham talks with couples counselor Raffi Bilek about improving communication in marriage and learning how to handle conflict with more care, calm, and understanding. Raffi shares practical tools from The Couple’s...
In this solo episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham explores the lifelong journey of self-improvement and why personal growth is not just a trend, but part of how we were created to live. From setting meaningful goals to developing a growth mindset, learning new...
In this powerful conclusion to Beth Graham’s conversation with Zelal Habibi, the discussion turns toward the future of Iran and the courage required to fight for freedom. Zelal shares why she believes meaningful change must come from the Iranian people and how decades...
Lessons from Living: Zolal Habibi on the Iranian Resistance and the Fight for Freedom
In this fascinating episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham sits down with Zelal Habibi, a longtime member of the Iranian Resistance, to discuss her family's sacrifice, the fight for freedom in Iran, and why she believes lasting change must come from the Iranian...
Rediscovering Joy and Purpose: Ally Phillip’s Secrets to Thriving and Longevity
In this inspiring episode of Lessons From Living, Beth Graham continues her conversation with Ally Phillips about rediscovering joy, purpose, confidence, and vitality later in life. Ally shares how she reinvented herself in her 60s, built a thriving creative brand,...
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Cry Out and Be Heard
While waiting for a potentially devastating scan result recently, I found myself meditating on Psalm 40:1: “I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined to me and heard my cry.” An image came to my mind of a child lost in a busy area—perhaps a playground. He looks...
Banishing Self-Doubt
As a believer, any confidence comes from my foundation in God—certainly not from myself! If I relied on self-belief, I wouldn’t get out of bed in the morning! So speaking from my perspective, it is important to be confident that my actions align with God’s design...
Merry Christmas Thank You
In this extraordinary season of blessing and gratitude, I would like to take a moment to thank you, my friends, for making Lessons From Living possible. This is a ministry and mission of love. Still, without a community that inspires the subject matter and provides...
To Unity!
I am captivated by the picture of the early church in Rodney Stark’s The Rise of Christianity: “Christianity attracted people from all strata of society, but particularly from among the poor and marginalized. In the Christian community, ethnic divisions were...
Addressing Apathy in an Election Year
A friend recently told me that she had not voted in 12 years. She said the political process was repulsive to her, and it made her feel lousy to be a part of it. I certainly sympathize with this sentiment; as enlightened as our country is in some ways, the political...
From 200 Pounds Lost to a Life System: How to Transform Health, Mindset & Life
In the second half of this inspiring conversation, Stanley Bronstein shares the powerful life system he developed after losing more than 200 pounds and keeping it off...
Transforming Weight Loss: Stanley Bronstein’s Journey of Losing 200 Pounds and Inspiring Change
Can someone really lose 200 pounds and keep it off for nearly two decades? In this inspiring episode, Stanley Bronstein shares the remarkable story of how he transformed his health, lost over 200 pounds, and discovered principles that apply far beyond weight loss....
Starting Over: Life Lessons at Any Age | Solo Episode of Lessons From Living
Starting over can feel intimidating at any age, but this solo episode is a reminder that change is still possible, meaningful, and worth pursuing. Beth reflects on life transitions, fear, age, new beginnings, and the courage it takes to step into something unfamiliar....
Lee Isaacs on Reframing Rejection and Defining Success in the Music Industry
Rejection is part of every creative journey, but how you respond to it can determine your future. In this second conversation with Nashville singer-songwriter Lee Isaacs, Beth Graham explores how resilience, perspective, and perseverance help turn setbacks into...
Lee Isaacs on Pursuing a Passion, Overcoming Challenges, and Maintaining Motivation in Music
What does it take to keep pursuing a dream when rejection, uncertainty, and obstacles are part of the journey? In this inspiring episode, Beth Graham sits down with Nashville singer-songwriter Lee Isaacs to talk about passion, perseverance, and the realities of...
Building Lifelong Friendships: Essential Lessons for Connection and Support
Friendships are one of the greatest gifts we can give and receive throughout life. In this thoughtful solo episode, Beth Graham explores why meaningful relationships matter, how friendships impact our emotional and physical well-being, and why cultivating new...
AI and Humanity: Insights from AI Expert Rowena Spencer on Parenting, Responsibility, and Connection
Artificial intelligence is changing the world faster than most of us can keep up with—and parents are left wondering what it all means for their children. In this fascinating Mama Mentors episode, AI specialist Rowena Spencer helps us make sense of the opportunities,...