Girl Mom Podcast

One challenge of the digital age is knowing who to believe online - and whose advice to trust. As your daughter hits puberty, she gets inundated with messages about the beauty products that she "needs." But what is truly necessary? What ingredients should she avoid? How can your daughter protect her skin and choose an effective skincare routine? Join Kari and Dr. Meg Cherry of Renew Dermatology in Birmingham for a road map on how to navigate your daughter's skincare journey.Ep. 93 Show Notes:o Find Dr. Meg Cherry at @CherryDermMD and through Renew Dermatology's website and Instagramo Tween Skincare Guidelines and Tips from Dr. Cherryo Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Join Kari's Substack and email list, find her on Instagram and Facebook

Do you love to travel and dream of a European vacation? Do you soak up practical tips that can help you plan better and travel more adeptly? Join Kari as she talks to her friend Kathryn Burns, a Birmingham travel agent who specializes in family vacations and can help you create memories of a lifetime.Episode 94 Show Notes:o Contact Kathryn Burns Travel on Instagram or at kathrynburnstravel.com o Kathryn is affiliated with Brownell Travel and Virtuoso o Travel Essentials (Kari's Amazon)o Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o Join Kari's Substack and email list, find her on Instagram and Facebook

In a world where everyone is called "toxic," how do you identify truly toxic relationships? How do you set boundaries with hurtful people without being ugly and burning bridges? Join Kari and Kim as they cover this tricky topic and offer ideas on how to fight for good relationships - and give space to relationships that wear you down. Ep. 92 Show Notes:o Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Contact Kim at www.elevatemoms.com /@elevatemomscollective, Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo Boundaries by Cloud & Townsendo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o Join Kari's Substack and email list, find her on Instagram and Facebook

What is the difference between an "extrovert" or "introvert"? What insight into your child's personality can help you help them? Join Kari and Kim as they discuss the Meyers-Briggs Personality Test and how to apply it to your family.Ep. 91 Show Notes:o Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Life o Contact Kim at www.elevatemoms.com /@elevatemomscollective (Empowered Mom personality group), Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo Susan Cain's book Quieto Take the Meyers-Briggs test at www.16personalities.com or www.truity.como Join Kari on Substack for new articles or Kari's email listo Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

How do you navigate mean people without becoming mean yourself? How do you heal once you realize that the first mean girl you ever met was the woman who raised you? Join Kari as she talks to NYT bestselling author Melanie Shankle for a deep-dive conversation about Melanie's latest work for girl moms - and the hope that's possible on the other side of friend or family trauma.Ep. 90 Show Notes:o Pre-order Melanie's new book, coming Feb. 18: Here Be Dragons: Treading the Deep Waters of Motherhood, Generational Trauma, and Mean Girls o Find Melanie on Instagram and The Big Boo Podcast o Melanie's story on Storytellers Liveo Join Kari on Substack for new articles or Kari's email listo Kari's books: Yours, Not Hers Teen Devo, Love Her Wello Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

As kids grow up and mature - and especially as they go to college - many will decide that kindness is the #1 quality they want in a friend. Once you've been burned by a mean friend, you understand why kindness matters. But in the middle school and sometimes the high school years, some kind girls may get overlooked as they float from group to group but don't have a firm place of belonging. Join Kari and Kim as they discuss this common dynamic and reassure parents who try to teach good character that it's worth it to stay the course. Ep. 89 Show Notes:o Join Kari & Kim at the Moms With Impact Retreat in Nashville Oct. 25-26. Use the code NASHVILLE until Sept. 15 to get a $100 discount.o Pre-Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo Join Kari on Substack for new articles or Kari's email listo Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Today's girls need grace and grit. Join Kari and Kim as they talk about raising girls who can set healthy boundaries, stand up for themselves, and avoid the people-pleasing trap. Ep. 89 Show Notes:o Join Kari & Kim at the Moms With Impact Retreat in Nashville Oct. 25-26. Use the code NASHVILLE until Sept. 15 to get a $100 discount.o Pre-Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Lifeo Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo Join Kari on Substack for new articles or Kari's email listo Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Parenting is hard with two engaged parents...and for single parents, the challenges amplify. Join Kari as she talks to Anna Harris,  a single mom of 3 boys who lost her husband to colon cancer in 2010, as Anna shares hope for single parents and those who want to love them well. Make sure and get Anna's new book GOD'S GRACE FOR EVERY FAMILY, packed with wisdom and encouragement! Ep. 87 Show Notes:o   Find Anna Harris on Instagram and purchase her new book God's Grace for Every Family: Biblical Encouragement for Single-Parent Families and the Churches That Seek to Love Them Wello   Join Kari's Substack and email listo Join Kari at Moms With Impact, a 2-Day Retreat for Moms of Teens in Nashville. Use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount for a limited time. o   David Thomas's book Raising Emotionally Strong Boyso   Contact Kari at  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Ep. 86 Show Notes:o Join Kari & Kim at Moms With Impact, a 2-Day Retreat for Moms of Teens in Nashville Oct. 25-26. Space is limited, so register now. Use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount for a limited time.o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo   Join Kari's Substack and email listo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o  Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Ep. 85 Show Notes:o Join Kari & Kim at Moms with Impact, a 2-Day Nashville Retreat for Moms of Teens, October 25-26. Space is limited, so register now. Use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount for a limited time.o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo   Join Kari's new community on Substack and  Kari's email listo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o  Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Relationships are never perfect because people are never perfect. And how your child handles a social heartache or disappointment is largely determined by the way you handle their situation. Join Kari and Kim, a Nashville counselor, as they share tips and strategies to help you guide your daughter/son through the ups and downs of teenage relationships. Ep. 84 Show Notes:o Join Kari & Kim at Moms With Impact, a 2-Day Retreat for Moms of Teens in Nashville Oct. 25-26. For a limited time, use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount. o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life,  Instagram, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo   Join Kari's new community on Substack for new articles/fresh contento   Join Kari's email listo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o  Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

One universal challenge facing moms of teenage girls today is finding clothes that are fashionable, classy, and appealing to both generations.  Join Kari as she talks to her friend Dora Cothren, co-owner of Theodora in Homewood, Alabama, about ways to navigate the current landscape of "barely there" clothing and avoiding the fights that often come when shopping with your teenage daughter. Ep. 83 Show Notes:o   Find Dora Cothren at Theodora in Homewood and on Instagram o   Join Kari's Substack for new articles and email list the latest newso   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari at  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

We all need friends who help us process serious life matters - without taking ourselves too seriously.  Cynthia Yanof, author of the newly released book Life is Messy, God is Good, is that funny friend in the trenches who "gets" our secret struggles as women and helps us feel stronger and more equipped to get to the other side. Join Kari as she talks to Cynthia Yanoff about seeing God's hand at work in our lives and finding heartfelt companionship that makes our struggles and trials feel bearable.Ep. 82  Show Notes:o   Order Cynthia's new book: Life Is Messy, God Is Good: Sanity for the Chaos of Everyday Lifeo  Listen to Cynthia's Podcast MESSmerized o   Join Kari's Substack and email listo   Contact Kari at  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

One Friday night in 2017, Mark Russell suffered a cardiac arrest event while officiating a football game in Huntsville. In front of thousands of people, a miracle occurred as his life was saved through the quick actions of a cardiac care nurse taking game pictures and a husband-and-wife EMT team.  In this episode, Mark talks with Kari about what it means to "live ready" for your life's ultimate departure.Ep. 80 Show Notes: o  Mark's Story: Having a Heart Attack and Living to Tell About Ito  Contact Mark: mark.russell@huntsvilleal.govo  Estate Planning: 11 Things to Do Before You Dieo  Preplanning Checklist o Estate Planning Checklisto   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Join Kari's new community on Substack or Kari's email listo  Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

While some stress in life and healthy and good and helps us rise to meet new challenges, there is also unhealthy stress that turns into anxiety and causes real damage. Join Kari as she talks to Birmingham counselor Alice Churnock about one of the prevalent issues facing our children (especially daughters) and how we can help them work through it. Ep. 79 Show Notes:o   Follow Alice on Instagram or email her at  alice.churnock@covenantcounsel.com o   Ask Alice Podcast, Covenant Counseling, Brain Core Birmingham o   Join Kari's Substack for new articles/contento   Join Kari's email listo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari at  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

The number one predictor of success in marriage, according to America's top couples therapist John Gottman, is how well a couple can resolve conflict. And yet, this is a skill that nobody teaches - leading us to learn lessons the hard way. Join Kari as she talks to Will and Mary Lauren, a newly engaged couple, about prioritizing this life skill that is essential to any healthy, long-term relationship. Ep. 75 Show Notes:o   Contact Will: Instagramo   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagramo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Join Kari's new community on Substack for new articles/fresh contento   Join Kari's email listo   Contact Kari at  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Do you ever feel God nudging you to be brave - but you hold back because of fear? Do you look back and see missed opportunities you wish you'd taken? Find encouragement as Kari as she talks to Frances Lyon, a senior at the University of Alabama and outgoing president of Kappa Delta sorority, as Frances shares her story of being a shy teenager who learned to leave her comfort zone by taking one small (and brave) step at a time. Ep. 77 Show Notes:o  Frances Lyon on Instagramo  Brookwood Baptist Church, Bigtime Ministries, Alabama's Kappa Delta Sororityo   Join Kari's new community on Substack for original articles, downloads, and contento   Join Kari's email listo   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o  Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

As parents, we want our children to show respect by practicing good manners. We teach lessons before they need them and hope that they sink in.  As our kids grow up, we need other adults to come alongside us and reinforce what we teach on why social graces matter. Join Kari as she talks to Birmingham etiquette expert Amy Rainer about  helping your child stand out in the right way and show character from the inside out.  Ep. 76 Show Notes:o  Amy Rainer on Instagram o Contact Amy at etiquettewithamyrainer@gmail.com and etiquettewithamyrainer.como Free Downloads, Bundles for High School and College Students, a $26 value offered free to Girl Mom Podcast Listeners, use code GIRLMOMo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Waiting on the Lord feels difficult in a world where we barely wait on anything (not dinner, thanks to DoorDash, rides, thanks to Uber, or groceries, thanks to Shipt). Yet God transforms us powerfully as we wait if we refuse to lose hope or get lost in our setbacks. Join Kari as she speaks to Farrell Mason, a Nashville grief counselor and author of Soulfull, a new devotional about seeking a more sacred existence by pulling heaven down to earth and discovering the thrill of hope.  Ep. 75 Show Notes:o   Get Farrell's Book for Your Christmas List Soulfull: A Weekly Devotional to Nourish the Mind, Body and Spirito   Contact Farrell: Instagram, Bread and Honey Lifestyle Blog, Woodmont Christian Churcho   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

We all feel left at times, and with social media, we're more aware of every invitation we don't get.  Join Kari, Mary Frances, and Mary Lauren as they talk about healthy ways to respond to feeling left out and not letting it spiral into negative thinking and destructive self-doubt. Ep. 74 Show Notes:o   Sign up for Kari's email list (and get free printables)o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagramo   Contact Mary Frances:  Instagram

God created us to live in the light. And as we grow closer to Him, we're able to bring our past mistakes to light to escape the shame of darkness and move forward with hope. Join Kari as she talks to Will and Mary Lauren, a newly engaged couple, about prioritizing this life skill that is essential to any healthy, long-term relationship.Ep. 73 Show Notes:o   Sign up for Kari's email list (and get free printables)o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Will:  Instagramo   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Almost ten years ago, Emily Lassiter lost her husband Joe in a tragic plane accident. With two little girls to raise on her own, she quickly realized the need to manage her finances well. As Emily found her footing, other women started coming to her after losing a spouse or a divorce. Money was always a main concern, and this inspired Emily to start empowering women in this area of life. Today she is a financial advisor with Somerset Advisory, and in this conversation with Kari, she shares tips and strategies for single ladies of all ages (even teenagers!) to be smart with their money.  Ep. 72 Show Notes: o   Contact Emily:  Somerset Advisory and emily@somersetadvisory.com o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook o   Sign up for Kari's email list (and get free printables) o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

College is a new stage of life where you choose a path.  You've chosen paths before, but this time,  your parents aren't there to protect you and lead you. You're leaving the security of family and lifelong friends, and you don't have a faith community yet to speak truth over you. In this transition (full of excitement, nerves, and uncertainty) it's easy to be swayed and wrongly be defined by what happens to you on a college campus. Join Kari and two recent college graduates as they talk about being rooted in truth and strong in your identity - because your identity will never be challenged more than when you leave home. Ep. 71 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Frances:  Instagramo   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

The start of summer is a magical time - and sometimes, a triggering time for body issues. Join Kari as she talks to Meredith Mann, Founder of The Peachie Spoon, about helpful mindsets and habits to carry into summer that help us enjoy food, nourish our bodies, and love the skin we're in. Ep. 70 Show Notes:o  Find Meredith at The Peachie Spoon and  Instagram o  Meredith's Faves: Multivitamin, Electrolytes, Protein Bars (coupon code "peachie")  o   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Connect with Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

C.S. Lewis said, "We have to continually be reminded of what we believe." This is especially true when cultivating a spirit of gratitude and contentment because our world constantly tells us that more is never enough. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about embracing the life you have and learning to give thanks for it. Ep. 69 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

With all the sadness that your daughter's senior year of high school can bring, it helps to have a happy distraction. It's fun to plan and think about her home away from home. Join Kari and Elizabeth Edwards (a mom of two girls at Ole Miss) as they share  tips on choosing dorm room essentials, preparing your daughter for the highs and lows of college, helping her with time management, and being her biggest cheerleader. Ep. 68 Show Notes:o  Visit Dorm Decor at www.dorm-decor.com and Instagram or call 1-888-874-8778 o  Contact Elizabeth: elizabethedw@hotmail.com or Instagram o  University of Mississippi and Oxfordo   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

One key component to thriving in college is deciding ahead of time who you want to be and how you plan to live. In other words, being INTENTIONAL. Join Kari and her friend, Mary Frances Robertson, a recent University of Alabama graduate, as they talk about being intentional during your campus years with your time, your relationships, and your life goals.Ep. 67 Show Notes:o   Contact Mary Frances: Instagram and maryfrances@marieeami.como  University of Alabama, Bigtime Ministries, Young Life, Mariee Ami o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

One big source of conflict in marriage is financial stress. Even 2 people raised in the same socioeconomic class can have drastically different ideas about money - and how to spend it. Shaped by social media and an age of affluence, many girls treat their dates like an ATM machine and aspire to a materialistic lifestyle their young husbands can't afford. They have unrealistic expectations that lead to arguments, disillusionment, and debt. Join Kari and Kim Anderson as they discuss ways to help your daughter build healthy ideas about money and learn the value of a dollar. Ep. 66 Show Notes:o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo   Follow Kim on Instagram o   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

When you're busy raising kids, things get sacrificed. What often ends up on the backburner during the divide-and-conquer years of raising teenagers is your marriage.  Join Kari and Nashville counselor Kim Anderson, both married for 25 years, as they talk about reconnecting with your spouse and finding your way back to each other.  Ep. 64 Show Notes:o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guideo The Meaning of Marriage by Dr. Tim Kellero   Follow Kim on Instagramo  Follow Kari on Instagram and Facebook o   Kari's books: More Than a Mom, Love Her Well,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

As humans, we long to believe we are good. And for teens especially, it's tempting to gauge yourself against peers and think you're doing well when your choices aren't as bad as their choices. You're considered a "good girl" or "good guy," but what you really are is a good girl/guy in comparison. God calls us to a higher standard. He wants us to look at Jesus, not people, when seeing where we have room to improve. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about virtue and not settling for a life of spiritual mediocrity. Ep. 64 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know, Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Today's culture tells boys that being "the man" is all about dominance, conquests, and becoming the loudest person in the room. For parents trying to raise godly sons...and boys who care about their faith...fighting that tension between what gets celebrated by society and what God desires can be a real struggle. Join Kari as she talks to recent Samford graduate Will Hudson about the real-life challenges facing boys today and 5 action steps they can take to deepen their faith. This episode is packed with good advice and conversation starters to help the next generation live fully and in peace. You don't want to miss it!Ep. 63 Show Notes:o   Contact Will:  Instagramo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

Most moms dream about their children being close. They worry about sibling rivalry and the quiet comparison, competition, and jealousy that can undermine these relationships.  Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about family dynamics and celebrating the unique strengths and personalities that each child brings to the table. Ep. 62 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

For girls of all ages, friendships matter, and when you're in college, your friends become your family. They're your home away from home.  Join Kari in this first episode with her oldest daughter, Ella, as she shares wisdom and practical advice on initiating, navigating, and sustaining real friendships. This episode is packed with helpful tips, and you don't want to miss it!Ep. 61 Show Notes:o   Follow Ella on Instagramo   Camp Hollymonto   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Making time for rest helps you be more effective when you work. Rather than give 80 percent because you're tired, you can give 100 percent because you replenished your reserves. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about incorporating rest into your life routine. Ep. 60 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

For teenagers today, friendship is often a source of stress, not comfort. And for mothers today, it's hard to know what to know how to guide them when things go south or just evolve. Join Kari as she shares some talking points on how to help your daughter find friends, keep friends, and - most importantly - become the friend she hopes to find. This episode comes from the friendship chapter of Kari's book, LOVE HER WELL.Ep. 59 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Disappointment is a part of life - but when it happens with the people you're doing life with, it can rock your world. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they take about navigating the ups and downs of friendship and finding your anchor of hope.Ep. 58 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Learning to speak life takes intention and thought. It is often two steps forward, one step back. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about the power of words, waiting for the right time,  and using your voice for good.Ep. 57 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Prayer is a conversation with God where we speak to Him and then listen as He speaks to us. One great gift we can give a loved one is to pray for them and over them, remembering what the Bible says about God being with present when two or more are gathered in His name. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about prayer and what it has meant in their lives.Ep. 56 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Living out your Christian faith brings many hurdles and decision points. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they share stories about God's work in their lives and what it means to be a light, take small steps of obedience, and bank on eternal truths.Ep. 55 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Knowo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Nothing can derail a teenager quicker than an unhealthy romance or making an idol of romance. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about love that reflects the heart of Christ and finding peace & joy in being single.Ep. 54 Show Notes:o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   10 Dating Truths Girls Should Knowo   Dr. Tim Keller's The Meaning of Marriageo   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

A teen's choices set the trajectory for their life. Even friend choices play a major role in the kind of future they'll have. But how do you teach your teen to make good choices, and choose good company, while not judging peers who take a different route? What are signs that your well-behaved teen has a heart issue with pride? How can teens intervene when a friend goes off the rails and needs a loved one to take action? Join Kari and her friend Mary Lauren, a recent college graduate, as they unpack an important conversation for Christian families today. Ep. 53 Show Notes:o   Encouragement for College Girls (Ep. 29)o   Kari's books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom , 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Contact Kari:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebooko   Contact Mary Lauren:  Instagram

Your thought life as a mother – and what you choose to believe  – matters deeply. It can make you feel hopeful or hopeless,  optimistic about the future or stuck in despair and regret. Join Kari as she offers insight on how to create lifegiving scripts that enable you to become the person (and mother) you're meant to be. Ep. 52 Show Notes:o   Order Kari's new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thriveo   Kari's book for moms of teen girls: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughtero   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

It's not enough to tell our kids to "be kind." They need real-life examples of what kindness looks like - and parents who model it. Join Kari as she shares this story that went viral almost 10 years ago and is just as relevant today as it was back then.Ep. 51 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

When your birthday hits the half-century mark, you've got a lifetime of memories under your belt. You hit an interesting crossroads of simultaneously reflecting on the past & wondering about the future. Join Kari as she shares thoughts on turning 50 - and why it's a great place to be.Ep. 50 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Whether you are married or single, God loves you, and that love doesn't change even as your relationships do. Join Kari as she shares encouragement for moms who shoulder more responsibility than most and dig deep into their faith. Ep. 49 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Becoming a strong  & healthy mom is a journey. In good seasons, it may feel natural, and in hard seasons, it may feel impossible. Join Kari as she talks to her wise friend Kim Anderson about the impediments that trip us up and how to work toward healing, wholeness, and becoming the best version of ourselves. Ep. 48 Show Notes:o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life or Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kidso   Follow Kim on Instagram o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Too often, girls settle for bad boyfriends because they don't know better. They've never had a guy treat them well, and without that comparison, they settle. Join Kari as she shares thoughts to help your son be that boyfriend who sets a high bar and ultimately attracts high-caliber girls into his life.  Ep. 47 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Wello   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact:  kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook

Some tips on how to navigate this major life transition and enjoy college while keeping a good head on your shoulders.Ep. 46 Show Notes:o   Kari's books for moms:More Than a Mom and  Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughtero   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Burnout among moms is at an all-time high. We know we need self-care, but we think of it in two opposite extremes: either the Spa Day Mentality (a constant mindset of “I'll treat myself because I deserve it”) or the Mommy Martyrdom Mentality (a mindset of “my kids are my world, and I can't do anything for myself”). Join Kari as she discusses a healthy middle ground that strengthens you, expands your bandwidth, and builds wellness from the inside out.Ep. 45 Show Notes:o   Order Kari's new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thriveo   Kari's book for moms of teen girls: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughtero   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Too often, women underestimate themselves - or mistakenly believe their purpose is over once their kids leave home. But the truth is, at every age, the world needs your gifts and wisdom. You have a purpose even greater than your family and home. Join Kari for an encouraging word and an important reminder about the best gift you have to offer: your mother's heart. Ep. 44 Show Notes:o   Order Kari's new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thriveo   Kari's book for moms of teen girls: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughtero   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

What keeps you from finding peace and joy as a parent?  What are common mindsets or missteps that trip up parents today?  Join Kari as she talks about what it means to be human - and let your children witness your humanity too.Ep. 41 Show Notes:o   Order Kari's new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thriveo   Kari's book for moms of teen girls: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughtero   Kari's books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?o   Kari's Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/o   Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook