New Life Live With Steve Arterburn

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice Benton shares the three parenting styles used to regulate their child’s screen time.  My wife and I can’t come to a consensus about anything because she blames me for everything; how do I deal with it?  My first husband says God is requiring us to remarry or I will […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Sheri Keffer shares about unhealthy shame and unhealthy guilt.  We have been fostering a 15yo for a month and are not able to communicate with her; how do we break through to her?  I believe I incurred brain trauma and potentially CTE from my time playing football. Can you give […]

Caller Questions & More: Chris Williams shares how we are all leaders, and it starts with leading our own internal world.  My 27yo son is getting married and told me what not to wear to his wedding after I told him I wouldn’t pay for the wedding because he lives with his fiancée.  My stepson […]

Caller Questions: Marc Cameron shares the ways we cover up our insecurities with emotional masks.  I went to see my daughter and her kids in Europe at Christmas, but she suddenly made me leave and won’t talk to me; what do my grandkids think of her making me leave?  I’m a strong Christian, but I’m […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill Hubbard shares about trauma and how addictions and acting out come into play.  I like to hand out Gospel tracts to kids on Halloween; what draws people to this holiday? How can I help my husband and 22yo daughter grow closer? My daughter gets quiet when she perceives someone […]

Caller Questions & More: Chris Williams describes what a benevolent witness is and compares it to hosting.  My 28yo son wants to lie about his address to get a job; how can I connect with him so he won’t pull back when I give him advice?  I have depression and my 52yo daughter with MS […]

Caller Questions: Marc Cameron shares a story about a marathon runner, Cliff Young, and his example of perseverance.  How do I know if I have the right counselor for what I need? My husband is verbally abusive, and my counselor told me he won’t change.  My adult son moved home, and it triggers my husband […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice Benton shares how unfished tasks cause the Zeigarnik effect, and how that affects our brain.  I’m almost 50yo, don’t know why I serve God, and wonder if God even loves me.  What are some resources for my 16yo son who’s addicted to porn?  My 88yo mom is being scammed […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice Benton shares a few tips on screen use by modeling parental behavior.  Should I think I might as well have sex even though I’m not married?  I’m a pleaser and I’ve been verbally and physically abused by my husband; how can I trust and lean into my husband when […]

Caller Questions & More: JJ West asks, “What does the soil of my life look like? Would I survive a dry season?”  My niece is asking what to do about her 14yo son who masturbates loudly.  My 53yo married son thinks because he doesn’t drink, he’s not affected by his father’s alcoholism. What can I […]

Caller Questions & More: You partnered with God to pull Glen from death last week; I’ll find a way to support you!  Is there a connection between the trauma from my abusive marriage of 20yrs and me shunning people?  All my husband does is play sports and I feel like I’m his mom because all […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jacqui Mack-Harris shares about the struggles of being a caregiver for a spouse or family member.  I went to Restore and am still struggling; how do I process this without looking at every guy as a pervert?  Why does trying to overcome the fear of people and failure bring about […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill Hubbard shares insights from Dr. Dave Stoop.  I’m a functioning alcoholic and a sexual addict, and I’m starting a Celebrate Recovery 12-step group. What other resources can help?  My adult son has been accused by his ex-wife of abusing their kids, and he could end up in jail for […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice Benton asks, “Do we allow our children enough physical freedom and too much digital freedom?”  Is it wrong to leave my church and go to another church that feels more comfortable?  Why did I marry two men who betrayed me even though I loved them deeply and thought they […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Sheri Keffer reflected on the powerful suicidal call on June 5. My husband had an emotional affair but doesn’t seem to be getting any better; what caused my husband to sneak around with a woman for 10yrs?  My daughter lives with me and has brought a 45yo man to squat […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jill Hubbard shares about Loving Your Neighbor as Yourself.  I stopped using drugs 28yrs ago but still struggle with feeling unworthy.  My son is a recovering addict and has left his wife and children to be with a woman who is an addict; how do I deal with this woman?  […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Alice Benton shares What To Do To Change a Habit.  After caregiving for my mom until she passed, how do I determine where I want to live?  Why do I keep attracting unsafe people if I’m a safe person? Why do opposites attract?  I’ve set up an appointment to be […]

Caller Questions & More: JJ West shares about One-Anothering vs. Othering.  How do I get my husband out of bed? When I try to get him to do something, he argues and then goes back to sleep.  How do I heal my relationship with my adult adopted daughter? She cut off communication when I tried […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Jim Burns shares with parents How Drugs Are Different Today. I had to be a caregiver to my mom when I was a child, and now I care for my sister who has schizophrenia; does someone’s childhood affect them their whole life?  I’m struggling with my community letting drag queens […]

Caller Questions & More: Dr. Sheri Keffer explains her Triune Council of the Brain Analogy (how triggers affect the brain). My wife went to biblical counselors, but they never even asked about her past; what do you say to my wife or the counselors who have convinced her she’s okay?  How can I be more […]