Kathy Koch - Five to Thrive: How to Determine If Your Core Needs Are Being Met (and What to Do When Theyre Not)

In our world of information and social media we have thousands of voices telling us who we are or should be. In her new book, Dr. Kathy Koch challenges us to stop conforming to this world and outlines how our core needs of security, identity, belonging, purpose, and competence can be truly fulfilled only by knowing Jesus. Dr. Koch shows us how to identify and renew our behavior through the Word of God, transforming our hearts to become the best spouse, parent, and follower of Christ we can be. Through inspiring stories and intimate questions that spark self-reflection, you will be encouraged that your best days and best self are just ahead!

KIRK CAMERON

Actor and Producer

Do you ever feel like something is missing from your life? Are you without purpose and wholeness? If so, get ready to discover how God can meet your needs as only the Creator can. Dr. Kathy teaches five beautiful truths that relate with five core needs innate to each of us. As you read, youll discover how these needs can be met by anchoring your thoughts on the truth of Gods Word. Its not just theoretical, either. It works because God changes lives. In a culture thats searching for answers, Dr. Kathy points back to where the answers can be found, and gently teaches how we can truly become who we were created to be: whole, known, and free.

HEIDI ST. JOHN

Author of Becoming MomStrong, host of the Heidi St. John podcast, and founder of MomStrongInternational.com

In Five to Thrive, Dr. Kathy explains essential, eternal truths about how God has made each of us in a powerful, practical way. The result is an eye-opening, life-altering journey of self-understanding that will enable us to better serve God and others.

JOHN STONESTREET

President of the Colson Center and author of A Practical Guide to Culture

Kathy Koch is one of the wisest people I know, and this is an incredibly important book. So many adults and teens suffer, simply because we dont always feel good about ourselves and we cant figure out why. Hopelessness sets in and damages us and our relationshipsmarriage, parenting, siblings, peers, work. Kathy empowers us with a practical way for you or those you love to discern whats going on and to make changes. Wholeness is possibleno matter what the issues are. Im grateful for this hope!

SHAUNTI FELDHAHN

Social researcher and bestselling author of For Women Only

In Five to Thrive, Dr. Kathy provides questions worth asking and life-changing answers relevant to the tidal wave of anxiety and other mental health problems so many people struggle with today. Her answers and strategies to live whole provide a foundation for kids and adults alike to stand on when life is hard. When I personally discovered the answers to these questions, I found the freedom and the confidence to walk with God and fulfill His call like never before. You can discover this, too!

MICHELLE NIETERT

Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Clinical Director of Community Counseling Associates

Oh my I cannot stop reading this book. Seriously. My to-do list will not be done and I dont care. Dr. Kathy has done it again! You absolutely wont be able to put this book down. Insightful, encouraging, and challenging for all ages and stages of life. My core is stronger and firmer after reading Five to Thrive. If you found the 5 Love Languages books by Gary Chapman helpful, Five to Thrive is a must addition to your library.

SUE HEIMER

Author of When You Feel Like Screaming: Practical Help for Frustrated Moms

You are not broken if you have voids that cause you to ache, or long for something you just cant put your finger on. You are simply human. In Five to Thrive, Dr. Kathy not only identifies these empty places but masterfully teaches us how to find their satisfaction in God. This book should have been required reading as we walked into adulthood. Thankfully, its available to us now. We have an invitation to be satisfied in Christ and Five to Thrive shows us how.

LEE NIENHUIS

Communications specialist for Moms in Prayer International, speaker, author of Brave Moms, Brave Kids

Kathy Koch is a rare breed of exceptional person who truly desires to help people, and she has the skills and background to back it up. We adore Kathy here at REBEL Parenting and LOVE having her on our broadcast. We always get feedback from our listeners that Kathy is changing lives and transforming families. Thats what will happen when you read her book. Its full of practical and relevant insights. It is exactly what parents need today for their families!

RYAN DOBSON

Founder of Rebel Parenting and HomeSafe

Be the best you God designed you to be! Using simple-to-comprehend concepts and practical wisdom steps, backed by Dr Kochs wealth of experience helping others for decades, Five to Thrive will help you find wholeness and happiness.

PAM FARREL

International speaker, codirector of Love-Wise, and author of 50 books, including bestselling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti

Five to Thrive is a trustworthy guidebook for parents wanting to equip their children to truly thrive, even in our contentious world. We want ourselves and our children to have confidence, self-awareness, intellectual and emotional strength, and inner peace. To achieve these, we and our children need to develop the beliefs and skills Dr. Kathy outlines here so our core needs are met once and for all. This content will change you and parents, singles, teens, and little ones you know. Ive taught it and watched revelation take hold before my eyes.

MARY MARGARET GIBSON

Consultant for pro-life ministries and other nonprofits

God created us for relationship with Him. However, there are God-shaped voids in all of us that we unknowingly try to fill with things of this world. The words on these pages will help you identify the places where theres more to your relationship with God than youve experienced thus far. This is a book every believer should read.

JILL SAVAGE

Author of No More Perfect Moms and Empty Nest Full Life

Do you want to be the person God created you to be? You can be. Dr. Kathy gently and lovingly challenges us to identify and eliminate the unhealthy and temporary fillings we often seek. She shows us how to reframe and transform our beliefs, thoughts, attitudes, relationships, and actions in a healthy and lasting way. Five to Thrive works because it is based on Gods Word, His character, and the Lords desire for us to be who He created us to be.

LORI WILDENBERG

Speaker and author of five books, including The Messy Life of Parenting: Powerful and Practical Ways to Strengthen Family Connections

With technology use on the rise, many of our core needs are being neglected. Were finding security in social media likes instead of rooted relationships in real life. Were listening to pop culture and news media, and allowing those voices to shape our identity. Dr. Kathy Kochs Five to Thrive puts the spotlight on what truly matters, helping you to live whole, fulfilled, and free.

ARLENE PELLICANE

Speaker and author of Parents Rising: 8 Strategies for Raising Kids Who Love God, Respect Authority, and Value Whats Right