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What does a child really need from a father? Not a perfect dad—but a father who shows up, knows them, listens and communicates, “You matter to me.” Dr. Sharon May talks with fatherhood expert Dr. Ken Canfield about the qualities of effective fathers and the lifelong influence a dad can have on his sons and daughters. And if you haven't fathered the way you wish you had, there is hope: relationships can be repaired, and it is rarely too late to begin showing up differently.

Shame doesn't simply say, “I did something wrong.” Shame whispers, “There is something wrong with me.” Dr. Sharon May talks with psychologist Dr. Mark Baker about where shame comes from, how it quietly shapes relationships and self-worth, and why hiding usually makes it stronger. Learn how to recognize the voice of shame, separate who you are from what has happened to you, and begin moving toward greater freedom, authenticity and grace.

Every marriage goes through difficult seasons. But how do you know when normal marital struggles have crossed into something unhealthy or destructive? Dr. Sharon May talks with relationship expert Leslie Vernick about the important difference between a disconnected, difficult and destructive marriage.

In this special episode, the usual interview format gets turned around. Instead of hosting a guest, our host Dr. Sharon May takes the guest seat as her husband, Mike May, interviews her about some of the most relevant challenges facing families and relationships today. Drawing from conversations and insights she has gathered from professionals in the field, she explores timely topics, asks honest questions, and shares practical wisdom for navigating the realities of everyday life. The result is a personal and engaging conversation that brings together professional insight and real-world experience. Whether you're facing these challenges yourself or simply looking for a fresh perspective, this episode offers thoughtful encouragement and practical ideas for today’s families.

How do you cope when the "suddenlies" of life come? This conversation with Dr. Sharon May and Corri Graves will help listeners feel seen in the shock and grief when life changes, such as in the midst of cancer, while offering hope, faith, connection, and practical wisdom for living with courage in a season they never expected.

Sometimes the strategies that helped us survive difficult childhood experiences become the very patterns that keep us from living freely as adults. Dr. Sharon May talks with bestselling author and nurse Tana Amen about trauma, resilience, self-protection and the journey from surviving to becoming whole. How do you face painful parts of your life story without allowing them to define you? And how can pain eventually become a source of courage, wisdom and purpose?

Sometimes the strategies that helped us survive difficult childhood experiences become the very patterns that keep us from living freely as adults. Dr. Sharon May talks with bestselling author and nurse Tana Amen about trauma, resilience, self-protection and the journey from surviving to becoming whole. How do you face painful parts of your life story without allowing them to define you? And how can pain eventually become a source of courage, wisdom and purpose?

What do you do when life suddenly becomes a life you never planned? Loss, illness, disappointment and crisis can divide life into a “before” and an “after.” Dr. Sharon May talks with grief and crisis specialist Dr. Kevin Ellers about what helps people endure devastating seasons without losing hope. How do we grieve what has changed, find strength for today and slowly begin creating a meaningful life again—even when circumstances cannot simply be fixed?

When your children become adults, your relationship with them has to change—but letting go isn't always easy. In Part 2, Dr. Sharon May and Jim Burns talk about boundaries, unsolicited advice, disappointment, adult children's partners, family tension, and what healthy connection looks like when your children no longer need you to manage their lives. Learn how to move from parenting your child to building a relationship with the adult they have become.

How do you stay close to an adult child whose choices, beliefs or lifestyle may be very different from yours? Dr. Sharon May talks with parenting expert Jim Burns about one of the most complicated transitions in family life: learning to love your adult children without controlling them. Discover how to handle disagreement, listen differently, let go of old parenting roles and protect the relationship—even when you don't see things the same way.

What actually makes a life good? Success, comfort and achievement can matter—but they don't necessarily create a flourishing life. Dr. Sharon May talks with pastor and author Mark Foreman about relationships, faith, purpose, resilience, character, belonging and learning to take ownership of the life you're building. A thoughtful conversation for anyone asking: Am I simply getting through life—or am I living it well?

Why can the first years of marriage be so much harder than we expected? Dr. Sharon May talks with marriage and family expert Julie Baumgardner about disappointment, communication, conflict, emotional connection, and the everyday choices that help a marriage grow stronger. If marriage hasn't turned out exactly as you imagined, this conversation offers practical ways to listen better, repair after conflict, protect your relationship, and keep growing together.

Dr. Ben Carson is an unassuming kind of guy. He’s rather quiet and reserved—even when he’s being interviewed and sharing his story. His story begins with a broken family. His mother tried to balance two jobs while having to leave her two boys alone far more than she liked. Dr. Ben Carson is who he is today because of his loving Lord and his amazing mother who made sure he was educated, polite and kept his distance from the neighborhood gangs!

Stephen E. Strang is an evangelical publisher and author of Spirit Led Living in an Upside-down World. Stephen is also the founder and chief executive officer of Charisma Media. His book will challenge the reader, and the interview unpacks America "upside down!" right now.

David Bereit has a lot on his plate, but he doesn't hesitate to join me on Choose Life Radio!  Why?  Because his passion is to help women and men choose LIFE.  Hear his articulate discussion about the value of every unborn child.