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by Jackie M. Johnson

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Getting Over a Breakup – Jackie M. Johnson on Dr. James Dobson’s “Family Talk” – Day 2

Are you going through a painful breakup? Do you know someone who is? If so, listen up. This week I’m talking with Dr. James Dobson on his radio show, “Family Talk” about getting over a breakup and my helpful breakup recovery book, “When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty.” (Moody Publishers) Here’s the link to Day 2 of the program. I hope it helps, heals and blesses you.   Excerpt from “When…

Getting Over a Breakup – Jackie M. Johnson on Dr. James Dobson’s “Family Talk” – Day 1

  Are you or someone you know going through a relationship breakup? If so, I’m sorry. Breakups are tough to get through. So much pain…hurt…anger…feelings of loss and rejection. It’s never easy. As someone who has endured the pain and rejection of breakups, I’ve learned a lot in the process and I want to share some practical help, hope and encouragement with you. In fact, I wrote a breakup recovery book, “When Love Ends and…

Are We Dating or Just Friends?

There’s this guy who texts you all the time. He seems like a nice guy, but you’re not really sure where you stand with him. He often asks you to come over and “hang out,” and you talk a lot. You know you’re developing a friendship, but it’s kind of fuzzy if it’s something more. Is this relationship going anywhere? Is this even a “relationship”? Are we dating or just friends? It all gets even…

5 Ways to Make Your Christian Single Life More Successful

If you’re a single or single again Christ follower, you will definitely want to check out my Living Single blog. Each post will encourage you with inspiring and relevant content for your dating life—and your whole life as a vibrant and emotionally healthy person. So, whether you’re waiting or dating, getting over a breakup and looking to heal your heart or just wondering how to navigate life as a single person, there’s something for you….

Feeling Lonely? Isolated? 5 Essential Life Connections

Feeling lonely? Isolated? Too busy with work or life to have a life? Single or married, I’ve had quite a few friends say to me lately that they feel more disconnected than ever. Maybe it’s time to take a fresh look at our life connections—or lack of them. The internet has radically changed how we do ‘people connection.’ From my living room in Colorado, I can email my Dad in Minnesota or Facebook with readers…