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The Dr. Dobson Minute

By God’s perfect design for nearly 50 years, Dr. James Dobson has been the leading clinical voice for the celebration and preservation of the family.

To reach the next generation, the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute is remastering Dr. Dobson’s biblically-based “transforming truths” into 60-second audio messages. The new Dr. Dobson Minute will provide young families with practical insights that will strengthen marriages and help build better parenting skills.

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The Latest Dr. Dobson Minutes

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The Transfer of Power

Launching our kids toward independence means matching their pace of maturity and slowly letting go.

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Saying, “I’m Sorry”

Saying "I'm sorry" will teach your kids a valuable life lesson. Start today!

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Adult Children of Divorce

Divorce impacts kids long after they are grown and gone. Today's Dobson Minute explains how.

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Children and Finances

Dr. Dobson advises parents to begin teaching children early to understand money...

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Don’t Label Your Kids

Dr. Dobson advises that you be careful of the words you use. Nicknames and labels may start as fun, but they inevitably stick!

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Pressures on Moms of Preschoolers

Daily frustrations are more manageable if you share them. Support your spouse with understanding.

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In Recognition of Mothers

Moms have so many responsibilities and they juggle them all so well. In his message, Dr. Dobson pays tribute on Mother's Day.

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The Remarkable Women We Call Moms

Mothers carry countless responsibilities—and do so with strength and love. Dr. James Dobson reflects on the sacrifice, devotion, and grace that define motherhood.

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In Praise of Mothers

Dr. Dobson recalls a humorous experience when he had to step in and play "Mr. Mom", and how he discovered just how incredibly difficult a mother's role really is.

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Fatigue and Emotion

"Fatigue makes cowards of us all…" Do what you must to make rest a priority in your family's life.

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