When students know you care about them, not just their attendance or grades, everything changes. One of the most powerful ways to connect with them is simple: ask them to tell you their story.
What does it mean to give everything to the Lord and then receive it back as a sacred trust? Dr. Rosalynde Welch explores Doctrine and Covenants 71-75, revealing how consecration transforms our hearts, our resources, and our relationships in building Zion.
This is a rebroadcast. The episode originally ran in September 2021. Michael A. Goodman has worked for the Church Educational System since 1989 and was the manager of CES College Curriculum before joining the Brigham Young University Church History and Doctrine department in 2007. He is a professor of Religious Education and serves as the RSC’s Associate Publications Director and the Editor of the Religious Educator journal. Michael holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism with Public Relations, a master’s degree in Information Technology, and a PhD in Marriage, Family, and Human Development. He is a co-investigator on the Family Foundations of Youth Development longitudinal research project, focused on adolescent and family faith development and mental health outcomes with a special emphasis on suicidality. Michael is married to Tiina Anita Goodman.
Dr. Jason Whiting continues his discussion on forgiveness and healing from trauma, highlighting how the Lord helps us forgive ourselves and build stronger relationships through meaningful connection.
Ryan Gottfredson, Ph.D. is a cutting-edge leadership development author, researcher, and consultant. He helps organizations vertically develop their leaders primarily through a focus on mindsets. Ryan is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author of "Success Mindsets", "The Elevated Leader", and "Becoming Better". He is also a leadership professor at the College of Business and Economics at California State University-Fullerton.
In this unforgettable conversation, Heather chats with Hall of Fame quarterback and author Steve Young to explore one of the most transformative concepts: The Law of Love. Steve invites us to examine how our culture—especially within faith communities—often leans into transactional patterns in relationships, spirituality, and even identity. Through powerful personal stories, including his own wrestling with anxiety, legacy, and identity after football, Steve shares how embracing a non-transactional, love-centered approach has changed the way he sees God, himself, and others. Whether you're struggling with parenting, faith transitions, or your own self-worth, this episode will challenge you to reframe your lens and find healing through the eternal, unearned love that transcends performance.
As a therapist and relationship expert, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife has long taught that love and truth come together. In an essay called “Facing Truth”, Jennifer writes:
Dr. Pamela Ebstyne King delves into the intersection of thriving and spiritual development, discussing her personal and professional journey.
Couples conflict coach Crystal Hansen joins Heather to reframe the way we experience conflict in our relationships. With honesty, humor, and real-life examples, Crystal walks listeners through four common patterns that keep us disconnected and offers simple mindset shifts to create deeper connection and emotional safety in marriage. Whether you’re newly engaged or two decades in, these practical tools will change the way you navigate conflict and build intimacy.
Dr. Pamela Epstein King delves into the intersection of thriving and spiritual development, discussing her personal and professional journey. From pondering the fullness of life to engaging in cross-cultural and interfaith dialogue, Dr. King shares insights on how individuals and communities can thrive. She also addresses the psychological and theological aspects of thriving, emphasizing the significance of relationships, purpose, and unique contributions to community