Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

In the years that Barna Research has tracked the Christian faith of Millenials and Generation Z, the numbers are quite troubling. In 2011, 59% of young Americans who grew up Christian had stopped attending their churches and those numbers are increasing. What can be done to offset the decline of faith amongst the next generation? Mark Matlock, co-author of Faith for Exiles joins Dr. Carol to discuss the startling trends as well as the solutions in this fascinating discussion. More about Faith for Exiles on their website. Faith for Exiles: 5 Ways for a New Generation to Follow Jesus in Digital Babylon on Amazon Find out more about the Barna organization who conducted the research behind this book. Connect with Mark Matlock on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook Find out more about the Change(d) Conference 2019

Arguing with your spouse about money–whether a lack of it or what to do with it-is the leading cause of relationship strain or even divorce. Is there a way to create harmony between you two when it comes to finances? Nnamdi Operanozie, stewardship pastor at Celebration Church, joins Dr. Carol to discuss how to help your marriage by getting on the same page when it comes to personal finances. Resources Mentioned: Financial Peace University: Manage Your Money Wisely Healthy Communication in Marriage ebook

Hormone changes, especially during menopause, can cause many women trouble. Learn the keys that will help you take charge of your hormonal health in this special episode. Resources mentioned: Check out the phytonutrient supplement Dr Carol Takes: JuicePlus+ The book Dr Carol's Guide to Women's Health Join us in the Fully Alive Group

According to a recent Barna Research study, more than 50 percent of Christian marriages ends in divorce. With single parenting becoming more common than ever, the church has not always served single parents nor their families well. Linda Ranson Jacobs, one of the foremost leaders in single-parent ministry joins Dr. Carol to discuss the challenges of divorce and how to overcome them. Having been both divorced and widowed, Linda knows firsthand the needs of single-parent families and provides key insight in this powerful episode. Resources Mentioned: Get Linda Jacobs' book The Single Parent: Confident and Successful Find out more about DivorceCare, and connect on Facebook Find out more about DivorceCare for Kids, and connect on Facebook

Are you emotionally fit? For many, the thought of fitness evokes images of Fitbits, protein shakes and cardio. But just as physical fitness provides long term positive effects on the body; emotional wellness provides psychological and emotional health. In this "best of" episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Miles Adcox of Onsite, an internationally-known organization that delivers life-changing personal growth and wholeness for anyone seeking better mental and emotional health. Resources Mentioned Miles Adcox website Onsite Workshops website Follow Miles Adcox on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter More about Onsite Workshops on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube ​

Are there times where you've woken up and still felt drained? Despite adequate sleep, restlessness affects millions of people and prolonged exposure to emotional, physical and psychological stressors can lead to burnout. Sandra Dalton-Smith,MD joins Dr. Carol to discuss seven solutions to reset during times of being overwhelmed and the impact of proper rest on creativity, decision-making and more. Resources mentioned: Take the free Rest Quiz Connect with Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith on her website, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Check out her book Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity

How's your intimacy? Is your sex life thriving? Or are you experiencing a disconnection when it comes to intimacy? Whether married or single, God's design for our sex life includes wholeness and healing. Learn how God's design for sex, marriage, and intimacy to be connected has been disrupted, and some steps to take toward healing and integrity in this fascinating podcast. Resources Mentioned: Receive the 30-day email series Toward Sexual Integrity here Join the Fully Alive Group online community here

In 2018 alone, more than 5,517,000,000 hours of porn were consumed on the world largest porn site. Whether married, single, male or female, pornography is impacting our culture and countless lives. Ron DeHaas president and co-founder of Covenant Eyes joins Dr. Carol to discuss why those number have increased and what can be done if you or someone you know is struggling with sex addiction. Discover Covenant Eyes for yourself on their website. Connect with Covenant Eyes on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Find the book Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids.

Keith Wheeler is carrying a 12-foot wooden cross around the world to share the simple message of God's love. Since 1985, it's taken him to over 175 countries on all seven continents. Today, he joins Dr. Carol to discuss that as well as why following Jesus even in hardship is part of the Christian life. Follow Keith Wheeler's travels around the world, and find out how you can support his ministry, on their website. Connect on social media: Facebook: facebook.com/kw.cross Instagram: instagram.com/Kwheels1/ Twitter: twitter.com/kwheels1 Or visit his site kw.org here

David and Karin Hunter of Discovery Channel's Raised Hunting join Dr. Carol to discuss how a love for the outdoors was the catalyst for building and growing their faith, strengthening their marriage and transforming their family all for God's glory. Find David and Karin's new book Raised Hunting: True Stories of Faith, Family, and the Adventure of Hunting Watch Raised Hunting on the Discovery Channel Connect with Raised Hunting on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter