Relational Skills in Real Life
Chris Coursey brings you the THRIVEtoday podcast, full of real-life stories of encouragement and transformation from people using relational skills every day!
What are "Relational skills"? They are brain-based skills that give us the ability and capacity to build meaningful connections with the people in our lives. With practice, relational skills are what we use to maintain our relationships during strain, conflicts and difficulties so we endure hardship well as we stay connected.
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Relational Skills in Real Life
Latest Episodes
E150 Practicing Skills in Every Stage of Life
Tune in to hear our friend Steve tell about his journey to becoming a mature, safe elder for his children and grandchildren. He reminds us that it’s never too late to grow and become the person God created us to be!🔗 Our 5-day in-pers...
E149 Is It Unspiritual to Deal with Emotions?
Chris explores how people have understood and dealt with human emotions throughout history, highlighting how different philosophies have shaped both hearts and lives. Turning to the Bible, he examines healthy ways to respond to strong emotions ...
E148 Discerning Enemy Mode in Offense
Chris and Jen explore moments when they—or the people they’re engaging with—slip into “enemy mode” during conflict. They discuss what it feels like, how it shapes our thinking, how to recognize it in others, and practical ways to shift back int...
E147 Spreading Skills All Over the World
How can practicing relational skills enhance your everyday interactions? What impact might they have on evangelism and representing Jesus to others?In this episode, Chris and one of our Thrive missionary friends share personal stories hi...
E146 Online vs In-Person Learning
Can you learn relational skills online? In this episode, Chris explores research on how intentional choices can shape unconscious habits—habits that help us live each day more in line with who God created us to be. Tune in to discover which asp...
