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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Podcasting since 2023 • 147 episodes
Relational Skills in Real Life
Latest Episodes
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...
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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...
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E145 Why is Offense so Hard to Recover From?
If you have experienced offense, you know how difficult it can be to recover—especially when the hurt comes from someone you trust. As imperfect people, even those we respect and look up to can cause deep pain.In this episode, we explore...
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E144 Spiritual vs Unprocessed Pain
How do we know if something is spiritual/demonic vs just unprocessed pain? When encountering difficulty while helping someone, it can be hard to discern whether the challenge stems from trauma and underdeveloped relational skills or from spirit...
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E143 Why the Basics Never Grow Old
There are foundational skills we will continue practicing and developing throughout our lives. Chris shares research on how practice shapes our brains and strengthens our abilities, and explains how beginning with growth in peace and joy lays t...
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