The Happy Home Podcast with Arlene Pellicane

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. If you've ever struggled with mental health issues or trauma, there is a way to overcome. Force Recon Marine veteran Chad Robichaux shares how he nearly became a suicide statistic as a result of PTSD, depression, and a broken marriage. Along with his wife Kathy you'll learn how they turned divorce and destruction into a happy marriage. It wasn't just a magic touch; it took work and the power of God. Learn more about Chad Robichaux and his book, "An Unfair Advantage: Victory in the Midst of Battle ."

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Moms aren't the only ones to get tired - dads get overwhelmed too.  Men can feel inadequate or unprepared to lead their families well - especially when it comes to spiritual matters of the heart.  Dad Tired founder Jerrad Lopes joins us for an honest and helpful conversation about what it means to protect one's family, how to deal with porn and other challenges, how to keep dating your spouse, as well as two ways to win your wife's heart.

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. January is about TRANSFORMATION. In this conversation with bestselling author Holley Gerth, you'll learn what it means to be an introvert. What's the brain science behind introverts and extroverts? How can you better understand and nurture the introverts in your family? Is it okay if your kids don't want to leave the house? You'll be encouraged by this eye opening talk about how we can better love each other well, especially the introverts in our life. Learn more about Holley's book, The Powerful Purpose of Introverts .

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Could you give up sugar for one month and survive? Like me, maybe you run to the pantry throughout the day for a sweet snack. Whether you eat out of boredom or as a reward, Wendy Speake is here to explain what the 40 Day Sugar Fast is - and how it just might revolutionize both your physical and spiritual life. Get ready for physical detox to intersect with spiritual transformation. Don't worry - I'm as nervous as you are about skipping my candy bars and cakes, but let's give it a try. Are you in? Learn more about Wendy Speake and the 40 Day Sugar Fast.

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Kids today are hooked on games that are a lot different than Pacman. Mobile gaming isn't just changing industry, it's changing childhood. What is the impact of gaming on your child's eyesight, brain development and it's relationship to autism? Find out more in Part 2 of this interview with digital addiciton experts Dr. Andrew and Julie Doan. Learn more about: Dr. Andrew Doan's book Hooked on Games https://www.amazon.com/Hooked-Games-Video-Internet-Addiction/dp/193557602XArlene's book with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kidshttps://5lovelanguages. com/screenkids/ The web event, Winning the Screen Wars: https://webevents.5lovelanguages.com/screen-wars

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Is video gaming helping or hurting your child? If you've ever wondered if your son or daughter is addicted to video games, you must hear what Dr. Andrew and Julie Doan have to say. How did this successful Johns Hopkins-educated doctor survive as an adult gamer playing 80-100 hours a week? Here's what you need to know about digitial addiction to keep your child's brain safe and healthy, especially during the pandemic. Part 2 of this conversation coming next episode. Learn more about Dr. Andrew Doan's book, Hooked on Games - https://www.amazon.com/Hooked-Games-Video-Internet-Addiction/dp/193557602XArlene's book with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kids: https://5lovelang uages.com/screenkids/ and the web event, Winning the Screen Wars. https://webevents.5lovelanguages.com/screen-wars

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. How will your children grow in faith in this TikTok, Instagram, video game culture? Barna researcher and youth specialist Mark Matlock shares key insights to raising a child who not only survives "digital Babylon," but thrives. Your child is being discipled not only by you, but largely by screens. Here's what you need to know about following Jesus in a screen-driven world. Learn more about Mark's book co-authored with David Kinnaman, Faith for Exiles .

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Kids (and adults) are playing video games and using social media more than ever. So what if your kids are on their devices way too much? Are you exhausted and don't know where to start with screen time limits? Author, nurse and mom Melanie Hempe shares the 7 day screen strong challenge - a solution that will help you reset your kids' screen time and reconnect with your family.   Learn more about the Screen Strong Challenge and Melanie Hempe.  

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Family life is richer with grandparents! How can you get along better? What if you are exhausted - between caring for your kids and your parents? Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles, talks about why grandparents matter and what you can do to leverage the strength and wisdom of an older generation in your home.   Learn more about Isabel Tom and her book The Value of Wrinkles.   Learn more about my new book with Dr. Gary Chapman, Grandparenting Screen Kids.  

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Tired of screen battles with your kids over video games, TikTok, social media, and YouTube? What to do with distance learning? Help is on the way from Dr. Gary Chapman as we share tips from our new books Screen Kids & Grandparenting Screen Kids. Smartphones, tablets, all day, oh my! Learn how to end power struggles and know what's really going on in your child's brain during screen time.   Learn more about Arlene & Gary's new books, Screen Kids and Grandparenting Screen Kids today.