Mormon 1-6 Part 1 • Dr. Larry Nelson • October 28-November 3 • Come Follow Me

Join Dr. Larry Nelson as he uncovers the timeless insights of Mormon. Explore how environments, DNA, and personal choices shape our attitudes and faithfulness today. Discover what Mormon’s writings reveal about our modern-day challenges and triumphs as Latter-day Saints. Don’t miss this eye-opening journey into faith that connects the past with the present!

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00:00 Part I - Dr. Larry Nelson
02:53 Bio of Dr. Larry Nelson
05:23 Come, Follow Me Manual introduction
09:06 Nature vs nurture
12:03 “Giving Children Love, Limits, and Latitude” by Dr. Nelson
16:41 1 Nephi 1:16, 1 Nephi 2:16 - Nephi’s development
20:07 Physical stature affects development
23:47 A sober child, quick to observe
28:43 Social withdrawal, introversion, and shyness
35:46 The Lord needs each individual
37:04 Mormon and a Father-son relationship
41:18 Mormon “Let God prevail”
46:02 Mormon 1-Mormon 2:15 - How Mormon’s life affected his writing
49:12 Mormon teaches how to protect families
51:41 Mormon 3:1-16 - Bad battle strategies
54:32 Mormon 4:10-21 - Nephites fighting in anger and revenge
57:34 Mormon 5:1-2 - The connection between spiritual and temporal
1:01:10 Mormon 7:1-4 - Why Mormon addresses modern Saints about violence
1:05:41 Moses 5-6: Satan rejoices and the Lord weeps
01:09:39 End of Part 1 - Dr. Larry Nelson

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Kyle Nelson: Marketing, Sponsor
Lisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show Notes
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[EdilySi]

Many years ago I took an introductory human development course from Dr. Nelson. That course literally changed the trajectory of my life as he talked about healthy family relationships and I learned that there was a better way to raise a family and how we treat our children does matter. It was a stepping stone I needed. He began the class sharing a story about how parents had treated a child, the dysfunction in that family setting. It was almost as if he was talking about my life and the dysfunction in my upbringing, which I'm sure is the norm for millions. I had never even considered there was a different better way for a family to be. Here I am 15 years later with 6 kids, a lot of personal healing along the way, and doing my best to raise a loving family built on healthy attachment. Dr. Nelson is one of the people who changed my life. I love these chapters and podcasts and their focus on family relationships and human development. Thanks for all your efforts. What a positive difference you are making.

[DS-pett]

29:09 thank you for addressing being an introvert. Much needed.

[sueswift]

I love Dr Nelson! He’s so good at his stories. Very clear and calm. I learned much from his personal stories.

[maryanneprater-doty]

When I told someone I was an introvert, he challenged me which made me think. He said introverts and extroverts are constructs invented by social scientists (like psychologists) in order to place people in different boxes. I think he’s right. I actually have characteristics of both types and so does everyone else. Just sharing.

[JacqueWilcox]

I just found out this morning that my grandson (Orren Jack) is in the same house/apartment in Virginia as your son John. They are not companions but sharing living space! I was excited! I love followHIM and listen every week with scriptures open, taking notes. I feel the past 4 years with followHim has deepened my testimony tremendously. I'm a convert of 40ish years but the past 4 have been life changing, learning so much that I never would have gotten on my own. Thank you so much for all you do!

[BlossomHeartandHome]

These episodes with Dr. Nelson have been life-changing for our family. We can't thank you enough!

[robinwall]

Thank you brother Nelson. Your description of being an introvert opened a deeper understanding and appreciation of the way I am and have always been. You described me to a tee. Thank you…

[scatherinehester]

I love all the episodes but have never gone back and listened again…until this one! Thank you Hank Smith, John Bytheway, and so grateful for the insights from Dr. Larry Nelson!

[barbquinton]

I have a husband and son who are text book introverts, and your explanation was SO spot on! They are not shy, they just have to choose and adjust to feel comfortable around others. Thank you.

[kathrynquinn]

I love his acknowledging Mormon’s including characters who played a smaller but important role in the stories. I agree that that speaks to his being observant of everyone.

[susanmunson]

I want so much to be like Brother Nelson and my Savior Jesus Christ . It is so very difficult to not be resentful and angry when injustices are happening at every turn. Stand in Holy places and think Celestial, we are all doing the best we can.

[monikawiesner]

Thankyou for your so Importent Work. My Thoughts and my Heart went also this Year to Mormons Wife Mother of Moroni. Sie expierenced all this bad things too. I think she was a great Daughter of our Father and fullfilled her Calling❤️

[BradJohnsen-ic]

So very timely and needed. I’m making changes after hearing these truths. ❤

[madisonjacques]

35:35 It doesn't surprise me that Elder Gong would do that. He exudes such genuine love and concern, especially for those who are down.

[MamaJLW]

This is an important discussion about the way our spirits and bodies are intertwined. In Doctrine and Covenants we read that all commandments are spiritual. I now have a greater understanding about the father’s role as protector in the family. As my husband’s partner in leadership, I need to demonstrate the protecting power of righteousness as well.

[yeahbutthendragons]

I took Human Development from Dr Nelson! Every day I came out of that class feeling as though I had learned something profound, both intellectually and spiritually. He is intelligent, and even more importanly, unendingly kind and nuanced in his consideration. Also, he's a Star Trek fan!

[IvanaShearer]

23 years ago I sat down on my first day of college in Dr. Nelson's Child Development class. Who would have known that I had sat down next to my future husband. I'll be forever grateful for the instruction given during that semester, and am ever more grateful today for the insights he has given both times being on your podcast. On this side of parenting, I certainly wish I had taken better notes back then, so getting these jewels of instruction now is so helpful.

[dianajenkins]

Love your podcast
I am 77 & still need help spiritually to assist my grands

[stevenbrown]

Thank you for the definition of introvert, it helps my understanding of my son to a more positive hope for him and us.

[mariefraser]

I live in California. Where we live my kids are of only a handful of active youth in our ward. It's been really hard as they have been going through their teenage yrs to not have other youth in the church that are active to be around and be an example to each other. It doesn't even have to be another country for there to be little support for youth.