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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 Importance of Premarital Counseling

Invest in premarital counseling to help develop a solid foundation to build your relationship on. (It makes a great wedding gift too!)

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The Benefits of Learning

Though we may forget early school lessons, education is still important because it teaches us things such as self-discipline and character.

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The Safety of an Orderly Classroom

Children thrive when there is order and firm discipline in the classroom, enabling them to learn in a safe and calm environment.

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The Effect of Hormones on Emotions

Husbands, don’t underestimate the power of listening and showing that you care. Sometimes the best advice is none at all.

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Family Manipulation

Dr. Dobson explains how the impulse to control those around us comes with a steep price.

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The Compliant Child – Part 2

For the compliant child, be sure to balance your time so dominant siblings aren’t getting all the attention!

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The Compliant Child – Part 1

Whether a leader or a follower, your child is unique. Nurture his or her God-given character and potential.

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Talk About Self-Esteem With Your Kids

Illustrate what confidence–and the lack of it–looks like with your kids, so they will understand the importance of self-esteem.

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Abraham Lincoln’s Perseverance

In honor of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, Dr. Dobson shares about his perseverance that eventually led to him becoming President of the United States.

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Learning From Our Children

We sometimes learn the most from our children. Love, joy, kindness, generosity… What is your child teaching you?

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