Ever wonder what keeps some couples happy and connected for decades while others slowly drift apart? In this episode, Quinn unpacks the research-backed habits that make the biggest difference. And surprisingly – it’s small, everyday choices couples don’t even realize they’re making that make such a huge impact!

In this episode, Quinn talks about:

1. The daily habits that predict long-term relationship satisfaction

2. What emotional responsiveness really looks like (and how to strengthen it)

3. How gratitude, shared purpose, and affection quietly build unshakable connection

Scripture Renewal Tip:

Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Romans 12:10

Mind Renewal Tip:

A strong relationship requires choosing to love each other even on those days when you struggle to like each other.

We’ve all had a time where we’ve felt like a coworker is out to get us. We don’t feel like we’ve done anything to them, but it feels they are trying to do something to us in order to tarnish our name or reputation. And it can feel hard to know the healthiest way to handle it!

In today’s episode, Quinn offers listeners tips in dealing with a difficult coworker by teaching about:

1. The power of avoiding gossiping about them despite the temptation.

2. Ways to reframe your mindset toward their actions.

3. How to guard your heart without hardening it!

Mind Renewal Tip:

When someone is out to get us, we are wise to know it deals less with us and more about them!

Scripture Renewal Tip:

A gentle answer turns away wrath. Proverbs 15:1

There comes a time in everyone’s life where their roles with their again parent begin to transition from being taken care of to offering care in return. This transition is normal but can be hard for both the aging parent and child.

In today’s episode, Quinn offers listeners tips in dealing supporting our aging parents with love and grace by:

1. Learning to listen not control them as they become older.

2. Increasing assistance as they need it without taking over in ways they don’t.

3. Pointing them back to their purpose and value at every age!

Mind Renewal Tip:

“The most loving thing you can do for an aging parent isn’t always to fix their problems — it’s to sit with them in their humanity and remind them they still matter deeply.”

Scripture Renewal Tip:

Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Philippians 2:4

Do you have a child or teen who’s confident, outspoken, and seems to take charge wherever they go? In today’s episode, Quinn is talking about how to bring out the best in natural-born leaders, especially when life feels hard.

In the episode, Quinn discusses:

1. How to recognize leadership in your child and understanding the psychology behind strong-willed, confident kids.

2. The power of servant leadership and why research and scripture agree that the best leaders are those who serve, listen, and love first.

3. How to help teens lead with emotional intelligence.

Scripture Renewal Tip:

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves. Philippians 2:3–4

Mind Renewal Tip:

Leadership is a calling — and with your gentle guidance and God’s truth, that calling can grow into character that changes the world.

The Bible has around 45 scriptures that mention the word salt. It’s clear that God wants us to be the salt of the earth in our conversations, but understanding exactly what that looks like can be a bit confusing. However, it’s clear to know it’s a good thing.

In today’s episode, Quinn outlines:

1. Some of the important scriptures that tell us to be like salt

2. The important properties of what salt does in our lives

3. Practical ways to add this seasoning of salt to improve the relationship relationships around us

Mind Renewal Tip:

Being the salt of the earth isn’t about standing out — it’s about bringing out the best in everyone around you.”

Scripture Renewal Tip:

Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt. Colossians 4:6

It’s easy to keep faithful when things seem to be getting better even if it’s slowly. But what happens when no matter what you do -- nothing is getting better? That’s a question that makes people struggle in their relationship with God because they just can’t understand how to make sense of it.

In today’s episode, Quinn addresses this struggle and discusses:

1. A helpful way to express your feelings

2. The place you can put your focus

3. A perspective shift in what you pain can be used for

Mind Renewal Tip:
Contentment and faith are a choice. Choose wisely!

Scripture Renewal Tip:

I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.  I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. Philippians 4:12

The steps of a man are ordered by God and He delights in his way. Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand. Psalm 37:23

In this episode, Quinn dives into one of the most important skills for protecting your peace—recognizing when it’s time to set a boundary. In it, she talks through the emotional, behavioral, and relational red flags that signal a boundary is overdue.

In the episode, Quinn discusses:

1. Emotions people can feel when a person is crossing a boundary in their life.

2. A boundary script to help a person communicate clearly and calmly—without guilt or overexplaining.

3. How to express what’s not working, state needs, and follow through with a person’s boundaries with loving firmness.

Mind Renewal Tip:

Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others. — Brené Brown

Scripture Renewal Tip:

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Proverbs 4:23

We are called to bring Christ into the world at all times of year, but because Christmas is the time we celebrate his entrance into the world, it’s a perfect time to be intentional. Today’s episode is all about some easy yet practical ways to bless others with your presence by sharing his presence.

In the episode, Quinn shares:

1. Two simple ways to give to others
2. The power of using self-control and patience to bring God’s presence to life
3. The cycle of what goodness that happens when we choose to be grateful for what God has done

Mind Renewal Tip:
Happiness grows when we give it away, especially at Christmas!

Spiritual Renewal Tip:
For even the son of man came not to be served but to serve, and to his life as a ransom for many. Mark 10:45