God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook - Helping Children Navigate Change with Faith | Darby Strickland

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How do you help your child navigate big changes, fear, and uncertainty through a biblical perspective? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, counselor and author Darby A. Strickland shares practical, faith-centered ways to help children process difficult emotions and face life’s transitions.

Darby is the author of A Big Change Happened, a children’s book about Wallace the whale and his journey into unfamiliar waters. Inspired by Psalm 139, the story reminds children that even when everything around them changes, God knows them, sees their fears, and remains near.

In this conversation, Patricia and Darby explore how parents can recognize signs of childhood anxiety, listen without rushing children past their emotions, and use practical tools such as role-playing and familiar routines to help them feel more secure. They also discuss parenting through family transitions, helping children process grief, and teaching biblical truths without minimizing real pain.

Find out about Darby, purcahsethe book and enter the GIVEAWAY for a chance to win a copy:
https://patriciaholbrook.com/2026/10/helping-children-navigate-change-with-faith-and-biblical-wisdom/

Explore more resources:
Visit https://www.darbystrickland.com and look for the book and related resources through New Growth Press. Additional links are available in the show notes and companion blog.

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