Berthoud Community Library District

A compilation of a series of lectures given by the author in relation to his book The road less traveled.

Your life's calling is too important to let toxic people take it away.InWhen to Walk Away,Gary Thomas--bestselling author of Sacred Marriage--draws from biblical and modern stories to equip you with practical insights to handle toxic people in your life and live true to your God-given purpose. As Christians, we often feel the guilt and responsibility of meeting the needs of unhealthy people in our lives.Whether a sibling, parent, spouse, coworker,...

Discusses how to choose more positive relationships, including identifying people who help build character, recognizing the traits of untrustworthy people, and modifying the traits within a person that may risk their relationships.

"The New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Head offers practical solutions for creating true community in a world that's both more connected and more isolating than ever before"-- In a world that’s both more connected and more isolating than ever before, we’re often tempted to do life alone, whether because we’re so busy or because relationships feel risky and hard. But science confirms that consistent, meaningful connection with...

You've read John Maxwell's best-selling Winning with People, and now you're ready for some specific action steps to build on the knowledge you gained. 25 Ways to Win With People has just what you need! This complementary companion to the full-sized book is ideal for a quick refresher course on interpersonal relationships. A small sampling of the twenty-five specific actions readers can take to build positive, healthy relationships includes: Complimenting...

"Everything in life that truly matters can be boiled down to relationships." Thatś why Gary Smalley says itś so important to learn safe, healthy relating patterns. The DNA of Relationships will help you to understand how youŕe designed to be in three exciting and fulfilling types of relationships. It teaches you the main barriers to great relationships and how to construct satisfying relationships with those close to you your spouse, best friend,...

"Author tackles a lack of self-esteem and the need to please others as a major problem in relationships and offers guidance via Christian belief and values" --Provided by the publisher.

If you've ever wondered: Can I set limits and still be a loving person? How do I answer someone who wants my time, love, energy, or money? Why do I feel guilty when I consider setting boundaries? Unpacking the 10 laws of boundaries, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend give you biblically based answers to these and other tough questions, and show you how to set healthy boundaries with your spouse, children, friends, coworkers, and even with yourself--...

"From the bestselling author of Relationship Goals, an engaging story to help children navigate relationships with kindness and respect. Drawing on the key ideas that propelled Relationship Goals to bestseller status, Pastor Michael Todd offers an energetic storybook that teaches children about the importance of developing a close relationship with God and how that spills over into healthy relationships with other people"--

"...When life hurts hard, we often feel pressure - from others and ourselves - to keep it together, suck it up, or pray it away. But Scripture reveals a God who meets us where we are, not where we pretend to be... No More Faking Fine is your permission to lament - to give voice to the hurt, frustration, and disappointment you've kept inside and silenced for too long. Drawing from deep reserves of biblical study and hard-won insight, Esther reveals...