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Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Focus on the Family Welcome Center and Whit's End are temporarily closed for renovations beginning April 15. The Bookstore will remain open. Please call before visiting: (719) 531-3400

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The Unexpected Pitfalls of Teasing in Your Family

A lot of families enjoy teasing each other. But parents need to be aware of the risks because children can easily confuse teasing with criticism. Or teasing behavior may actually mask underlying motives of wanting attention, selfishness, or a power-play to make someone feel less valuable. Playful teasing may be okay as long as it’s balanced with genuine love, humility, and lots of encouragement.

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    “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Do you remember people saying that when you were a child? How old were you when you realized that it wasn’t true? Words can hurt. That’s a good reminder if you’re part of a family whose members like to joke around with […]

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If you’re in Colorado Springs, we’d be delighted to have you visit our Welcome Center and Bookstore. Guests can become better acquainted with Focus on the Family through a self-guided walking tour, as well as have fun with their children in the Kids’ Korner play area and Whit’s End Soda Shoppe.

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