Living Life on our Terms: A Journey of Healing and Growth

📚Jill and Derick Dillard talk about their book and how it was written to help others who may relate to their experiences and feel validated.

💑They emphasize the importance of maintaining control over their own lives and not allowing others to make decisions for them.

👪Jill and Derick express their desire to protect their children and ensure their well-being, particularly in the context of reality TV.

🌹🔪They acknowledge the existence of both positive and negative experiences in their lives and promote the idea of appreciating the roses while recognizing the thorns.

📺Jill and Derick discuss their thoughts on reality TV and express caution in involving their children in that type of media exposure.

Who is the book written for?

—The book is written for anyone who can relate to their experiences and may feel validated by their story.

What is the main theme of the book?

—The main theme of the book is the importance of maintaining control over one's own life and finding a path that aligns with personal values and beliefs.

How do Jill and Derick approach the topic of their children in regards to reality TV?

—Jill and Derick express their desire to protect their children and not involve them in reality TV, as they believe it can be harmful and compromise their well-being.

What is the significance of the roses and thorns metaphor?

—The roses and thorns metaphor represents the existence of both positive and negative experiences in life, and Jill and Derick emphasize the importance of appreciating the positive while recognizing the negative.

What are Jill and Derick's thoughts on reality TV?

—Jill and Derick are cautious about reality TV and express their concerns about the lack of control and influence over the content, particularly in relation to their children.

00:00Jill and Derick discuss their thoughts on reality TV and emphasize the importance of control in their lives.

04:25They talk about their book and how it was written to help others who may relate to their experiences.

06:05Jill and Derick express their desire to protect their children and not involve them in reality TV.

07:35They discuss the significance of the roses and thorns metaphor and the importance of appreciating the positive while recognizing the negative.

08:54Jill and Derick share their thoughts on reality TV and express caution in involving their children in that type of media exposure.