Just Love Them

Your Story Isn't Over

In this deeply personal episode, I share pieces of my family’s journey navigating faith differences, heartbreak, strained relationships, and the fear that things may never heal. Like many parents, my husband and I raised our children with love, faith, values, and the hope that they would embrace the beliefs that meant so much to us. Over time, many of our children chose very different paths. Some stepped away quietly. Others left dramatically. Some relationships became painful, distant, or deeply complicated. But this episode is not ultimately about loss. It is about hope. It is about learning that relationships can heal even when beliefs differ. That hearts can soften over time. That love can grow deeper when judgment fades. And that God’s love for our children never changes. Support group contact form: shireebest.com [https://www.shireebest.com/] Listen to episode: Refined By My Daughter [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bfkeZ2RfHq2LuvKiWPOjq?si=nyoTGNjBRYSlccmpGWbcDw]

Peacekeeping vs. Peacemaking - With Kathie Christensen

What is the difference between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker? In this powerful and perspective-shifting conversation, I’m joined by Kathie Christensen—a remarkable woman, master teacher, and someone who has spent decades in the trenches of human relationships. As a mother and highly trained foster parent for the state of Utah, Kathie was entrusted with some of the most challenging children in the system. Through those experiences, she developed a deep understanding of behavior, connection, and what it really takes to create peace. In this episode, Kathie shares the profound difference between peacekeeping and peacemaking—and why that distinction matters more than we might think. While peacekeeping often looks like avoiding conflict or smoothing things over, peacemaking requires something deeper, braver, and far more transformative. Through heartfelt stories and hard-won wisdom, Kathie illustrates how true peace is not about control or silence, but about leaning into conflict with honesty, and love. Together, we explore the Savior’s invitation to “be peacemakers” and what that actually looks like in our everyday relationships—especially when things feel complicated, painful, or divided. Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ [https://www.shireebest.com/]  Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/justlovethem] Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Conference Mash-Up

In this episode, I’ve pulled together powerful quotes from recent General Conferences of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—all centered on one question: How do we stay close to people who believe differently than we do? The answers aren’t found in fixing others—but in turning more fully to Jesus Christ. These messages gently challenge us to rethink love, patience, prayer, and what it really means to be a light. If you’ve ever felt stretched in your relationships, this episode offers a perspective shift that can bring more peace than you might expect. Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ [https://www.shireebest.com/]  Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/justlovethem] Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Where Can I Turn for Peace - With Molly Christianson CSW

When life doesn’t unfold the way you expected, where do you turn for peace? In this episode, Molly Christianson shares her journey through some deeply personal challenges—including divorce and navigating the complex emotions that come when children choose a different spiritual path. Rather than becoming bitter or fearful, Molly has learned to approach these experiences with greater compassion, perspective, and trust. In this honest conversation, she shares the hard moments, what helped her move forward, and the wisdom she’s gained along the way. If you’ve ever wondered how to hold on to love and peace when family relationships get complicated, this episode will speak to your heart. Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ [https://www.shireebest.com/]  Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/justlovethem] Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Between Justice and Mercy

What do you do when your deeply held beliefs seem to clash with the way you want to love and honor others? In this episode, we explore the tension that can arise between knowing eternal truths—especially those taught in scripture about returning to God—and navigating relationships with people whose choices or values differ from our own. How do we stay grounded in what we believe without becoming rigid, judgmental, or disconnected? In this episode, we dive into the delicate balance between justice and mercy, and what it really means to embody both. While justice often feels clear and defined, mercy invites us into a more nuanced, compassionate space—one that requires humility and trust. A central theme of this conversation is remembering that God is the only one who sees the full picture. He alone understands each person’s heart, journey, and circumstances. When we release the need to “figure out” where others stand, we create more room for love, connection, and peace. Connect with Shiree at ⁠shireebest.com⁠ [https://www.shireebest.com/]  Join the⁠ "Just Love Them" Facebook group⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/justlovethem] Email Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com Episodes with Misha Baca: Mom, It's Gonna Be Okay, Part 1 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4F2ntdqCZ2MqIfwnHNoaJr?si=dXAAphmPSPmAzHZtJvH_zg] https://open.spotify.com/episode/6DgFiUv00x9TRbFlD5N8Qc?si=YTZMXN8xRk-lI9PS4G2-dA