Encouragement for the Single Life
Singleness is not a holding pattern or a mistake.
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If you are single, you are not unusual, forgotten, or behind schedule. You’re living in a chapter that millions of other adults are experiencing right now.
It's that time of year again, the season we've come to call "the holidays." For some, it's the most wonderful time of the year. You look forward to parties with friends, delightful family visits, baking cookies, laughter, decorating and fun. It's like a Hallmark holiday movie or a nostalgic Norman Rockwell painting.
Navigating a time of grief and loss is never easy. Especially if it’s sudden or unexpected. Whether you’re reeling from a divorce, breakup, or death of a loved one, you may feel sad, broken-hearted, or just numb. Here’s hope and practical help.
In any romantic relationship, there’s the potential to be hurt or rejected. But those fears are often compounded when you’ve had parents who’ve split up. If you’re an adult child of divorce, you may be curious to know if their broken bond affects how you choose to date—or don’t—and why you do what you do in relationships.
Good friendships are a blessing. They bring joy when we laugh and have fun together. They help us grow as we try new things and hear different perspectives. Friends provide a sense of belonging and fulfillment. And it’s a delight to discover genuine connection with someone who cares and seeks to understand us.
Are you going through a tough time? Feeling disappointed or discouraged? Perhaps you're recovering from unexpected bad news or a heart-wrenching breakup. Could it be that your bills are piling up higher than snow in the Rockies and you're concerned about your finances?
We all have bad habits we want to break and good habits we desire to start—especially in the areas of dating and relationships. Maybe you’re tired of dating guys who talk about themselves all the time. Or, you’re with someone who says nothing, and you long for good conversation.
Are you looking for a genuine connection in relationships? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson invites psychologists Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend to discuss the unique challenges facing Christian singles. They’ll share practical wisdom on building strong relationships, finding the right balance between independence and connection, and navigating the path to marriage with wisdom.
Dr. James Dobson welcomes psychologists Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend to explore the unique challenges facing unmarried adults.



