The Co-Parenting Roller Coaster

In this episode Chris shares about a letter he wrote to himself 2 years ago, and how it made him take stock of himself, where he is at, and where he wants to be. He shared that it impacted him deeply to see the fruit of things he was believing for 2 years ago, and seeing where his co-parenting relationship is at now compared to 2 years ago. Like on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris talks about conflict and how we can begin to resolve it. He shares experiences of his own, and sheds some light on why he feels the way that he does. Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris shares his thoughts about being careful to commit to things, whether that is with your children, co-parents, spouse, or at work. He shares some examples of how he does not always commit because he does not want to break the trust of those close to him. He shares that he doesn't always give his kids a yes or no answer, so that they are not disappointed if something changes and he isn't able to do what he told them he would do. Like the Podcast on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow the Podcast on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris talks about change. He talks about how we have the influence to help bring change. He uses illustrations from softball and baseball, but also relates it to co-parenting, and life in general. Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us and email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris talks about balance, and all he has going on in his life. He shares some lessons he is learning, walking through, and areas he still knows he has a lot of work to do. Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Email us coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris shares his feelings about hope in all situations. He also snowballs into a couple of other topics as well. Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this solo episode Chris shares some thoughts about the behaviors our children learn from us versus the lessons we try to teach them. He talks about how important it is to model the behaviors we want to see in our children, because he feels that they learn so much more from watching than hearing. Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris is joined by a lifelong friend, High School Principal and Stand Up Comedian, Brian Matthews. Brian has been in education for over a decade. He received his Bachelor's Degree in History and Sociology from Northwest Missouri State, where he attended on an athletics scholarship. He has a Master's Degree in Educational Administration and Leadership from Brandman University, as well as a teaching credential in Social Science and a credential in administration. You can find Brian onstage opening for the likes of Jimmy Shin, Jamie Kennedy, and Jeremy Piven. Or find him on Instagram @KindaFunnyBrian Like us on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @coparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this solo episode, Chris encourages you the listener that you have a story and it is important. Your life matters, your experiences matter. He also encourages you to share your story, even if that is telling 1 person, just share your story. If you would like to share your story on this podcast, I would love to have you! Send me an email, or message on Facebook or Instagram. Like on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris is joined by April Jones. April is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, single parent of 5 and has 4 grandchildren. She created the I AM...Curriculum. I AM...is a 12 week group that combines the power of God's Word and therapy techniques to bring healing and freedom. The curriculum excavates the lies people have believed about themselves and others for years. They dig deep and dismantle them. In the process they discover how those lies actually kept them from God's perfect plan for their lives. They learn that He really is good, all the time, even through their painful experiences. April uses the curriculum to provide weekly groups held via Zoom. You can find more information on the group by following the Instagram or Facebook pages. https://www.instagram.com/i_am_curriculum_n_course/ https://www.facebook.com/IAMCurriculum Follow this podcast on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thecoparentingrollercoaster Like this podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoparentingrollercoaster/ Send us an email with questions, comments, or if you would like to share your story on this podcast coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com If you would like to financially support this podcast you can donate here https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris welcomes his "Uncle" Craig Taylor. Craig has lived an interesting life from birth, with many different aspects of a blended family throughout. Hear his story. Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris is joined by Mike and Korky Rogers for part 2 of their conversation. There was so much knowledge shared that it was too big for 1 episode. Mike and Korky have been married for 42 years, had 6 kids between then when they were married, and had 2 more children together. Mike and Korky are available for prayer or prayer counseling, if interested you can connect with them at Mike@mkrministries.com and Korky@mkrministries.com Like on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send Chris an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris is joined by a couple of blended family veterans, going on 42 years married Mike and Korky Rogers have been living in a blended family for over 4 decades. They share some experiences and knowledge gained along the way, and how their faith in God was always the foundation of their relationship and the relationships with their children. Mike and Korky are available for prayer or prayer counseling, if interested you can connect with them at Mike@mkrministries.com and Korky@mkrministries.com, there was so much in their conversation that it will be continued next week.....so stay tuned! Like on Facebook @thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send Chris an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's solo episode Chris talks about not jumping to conclusions. He shares some things he has been going through with his daughter, and how he has been navigating those. He shares his thoughts on considering the source, and coming to rational conclusions, not emotional ones. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this weeks episode Chris is solo, and talking about seeking. He shares that he thinks you will find what you are seeking, so be careful what you seek after, be thoughtful in that. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this weeks episode Chris is joined by Tony Trozzi, a high school football and baseball teammate. He talks with Tony about the realities he faces with his co-parenting situation, and the difficulties of having a child on the other side of the world. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris is joined by Bettina Brown. She is the Dean of the Ministry School that he attends, as well as being a life coach. You can find her on Instagram @lovedbiene @journey_lifeandgoalcoaching or contact her via email journeyslifeanddestinycoach@gmail.com. Bettina shares some of her story, having raised 2 sons and the dynamics that come along with that. Find us on Facebook facebook.com/thecoparentingrollercoaster Follow on Instagram @thecoparentingrollercoaster Send us an email coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris talks about comparison. He shares an experience he had this past week that opened his eyes, and made him realize how dangerous it is to compare ourselves to others, and our lives to their lives. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris shares his thoughts on leaving the past in the past, and moving into the future. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's Christmas Day episode, Chris shares his thoughts about traditions changing, and that it is ok and natural for that to happen. He talks about how he thinks traditions changing can open a door to something new, rather than just being a negative thing. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris talks about your presence being the greatest gift you could ever give your child, especially in a co-parenting dynamic when you do not spend as much time with your child. He relates to the feelings of sadness that his daughter doesn't spend the whole day on a holiday with him, but realizes the importance of being present in the time he does have. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris shares some lessons he is learning about timing, and how timing can be so important in so many different situations. He coined a new phrase today, "It's not what you say, it's when you say it". He shares some stories about when he got the timing wrong, and when he got it right.  Like in Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris shares his struggles with this time of the year. He shares some of his experiences, and the feelings he has dealt with in having split time with his daughter during the holiday season. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode, Chris is joined again by his wife Lindsey. They have an honest conversation about some of the struggles they deal with, specifically how it affects them when discipline isn't carried out the same in each of a child's households. They talk about the struggle of dealing with different style, and being individuals. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris talks about the power our words hold, and how to wield that power. He shares from his experience a time when words could have had a profound influence on his daughter, and how we need to be wise with the things we say. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris shares his feelings about the division in this country, in our society, and in our homes. He shares how he feels that the way we model this to our kids will influence the division or unity for the next generation. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send me and email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode, Chris was interviewed by his friend Richard for the 100% Richard podcast, so as a cool crossover event, both episodes are releasing this interview today. Come hear the heart behind this podcast, and get introduced to Richard. And go check out 100% Richard Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us and email --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this weeks episode Chris talks all about perspective, how changing his perspective has changed things in his life. He shares an idea he had about how this year and the pandemic has really been an opportunity for a shift in perspective. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In today's episode Chris shares his thoughts on our impact. He talks about the impact we have on our kids whether we realize it or not. He touches a little bit on the issue of virtual learning and how we can help our kids approach it better. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Email us: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode our host shares his thoughts on cooperation and the lessons our kids can learn from seeing us cooperate with a coparent. This topic was spurred by the world losing Eddie Van Halen this week, as Chris reflected on the perceived cooperative coparenting relationship Eddie and Valerie Bertinelli had after they had gotten divorced. RIP Eddie Van Halen, thank you for the lesson you probably didn't even know you were giving. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris shares his thoughts on love, how love can change things, how love can impact things, and how he feels that we should approach all situations with love. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us and email: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode, our host shares his thoughts about putting your life on hold when your child is with their other parent. He has learned that sometimes putting things on hold cause them to not happen at all. He shares his experiences with this, and the lessons learned. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Email us: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this weeks episode, our host encourages you to have and express your feelings. He talks about the importance of sharing your story as well. He speaks from his experience with sharing his story, and some negative feelings he has had concerning being a step parent. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Email: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris(the host) shares some thoughts on patience. He shares some situations where he has seen his patience directly affect the outcome. He also recommends a couple of books that he has recently read.  Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Email: coparentingrollercoaster@yahoo.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode our host is joined by his wife. They talk about her childhood, and how it shaped the mother/step mother she became. Chris shares a little about how Lindsey influenced to co-parenting relationship that exists today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode our host shares some of his experiences with dating as a co-parent, and the challenges that being a co-parent presents into a new relationship. He also discusses his experiences with the emotion caused by leaving his daughter with her mom, and going days without seeing her. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this weeks episode, our host shares his thoughts on whether he looks at the co-parenting relationship as a business relationship or not. He shares from his experience, and his perspective. Like on Facebook Follow on Instagram Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

This week our host shares a recap of his daughters birthday, what him and his daughters mom have done in the past, and what they did this year. He believes he saw a miracle this year when his daughter, his son, and his daughters half brother(from her mom) were all playing together, and making memories together for her birthday. Follow on Instagram Like in Facebook Send us an email --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode our host talks about not feeling appreciated by his son, and trying to understand why. He opens up about some of the negative feelings he has been having, and the steps he took to get beyond them. https://www.facebook.com/thecoparentingrollercoaster/ https://www.instagram.com/thecoparentingrollercoaster/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode the host recalls the feelings he dealt with when faced with his step-son meeting his half brothers and biological dad. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode our host shares a little bit about the way he sees parenting roles within the blended family. He talks about his own experiences, and how they have shaped his view. He also talks about something we see a lot of today.....division, not just in the family, but in the world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode the host opens up about some of the challenges presented in regards to school for his children. He talks about the struggle to decide where to send his kids to school, and how to navigate making those decisions with the other parent. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode the host talks about the way communication has impacted his coparenting relationship. He gives some examples of times when communication impacted the outcome of a situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode Chris shares his experience with custody arrangements through mediation in the court system, legal agreements, and cooperative agreements outside of the legal system. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode the host shares some insight from his own experience regarding advice. He talks about times he took advice from people that he shouldn't have taken, and times he did not take peoples advice. He gives caution about taking advice from the wrong people. He also shares a little bit about his faith, as he see's that it influences his decisions as a parent. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

In this episode, Chris(the host) will share a little of his story. To lay a foundation for what this Podcast will be, the host gives some information about his vision and heart behind this Podcast. He has been co-parenting for a little over 6 years, and speaks from experience, not expertise. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support

Previewing this coming soon Podcast, talking about the ups and downs of being in a co-parenting relationship. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/co-parentingrollercoaster/support