The Family Order: Marriage, Family, Health, Home

It's been awhile since we've answered some questions (or let our hair down and had some fun)! Join us for Part 2 of answering some of your questions! We want you to know a little bit more about us whether it's our biggest pet peeves or what our family motto is. This is a great episode to get a sneak at many topics before listening to full episodes with a deeper dive.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

It's been awhile since we've answered some questions (or let our hair down and had some fun)! Today, we're answering your questions! From what motivates us to work hard to our favorite books, we want you to know a little bit more about us. This is a great episode to get a sneak at many topics before listening to full episodes with a deeper dive.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Do you have friends that are a bad influence? It has been said many times that you will become a combination of the closest people around you. Today, we are going to dive into why this is so important and what action you can take. To make changes in your life, you have to change how you are spending your time. Call to Order:This week's call to order is to evaluate the people that you spend the most time with. Are they a positive influence? If you want to be healthier, be around people that are already doing it. If you want to be wealthier, be around people that are already there. Go to a conference or a networking event that is centered on something that you want to learn more about. Make connections and start making habits that will make you successful. Resources:https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/preteen.html Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Have you ever had a question from your child that you weren't prepared for? We've said this before, but parenting is hard. What's the hardest age to parent? Infants get a bad wrap and so do teenagers. What about pre-teens? Life seems busier than ever, but we feel that parenting in these modern times is harder or at the very least, more complicated than ever. Call to Order:Today's call to order is to just be there for your kids and get involved. Make sure that you aren't offloading the parenting responsibilities to teachers, coaches or other family members. Be their parent and you will see the rewards later. Kids don't always appreciate what they have until they get older and you need to remember to do what's best for them in the long term and not what's easy for you in the short term. Make yourself proud and make them appreciate being a great parent. Being a good parent doesn't mean doing what's easy or popular. Resources:https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/preteen.html Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

We previously discussed what it takes to sell your house but what happens once you list it? There was a flurry of activity that most first-time sellers likely aren't expecting and we definitely didn't know what to expect. Nothing goes according to plan 100% and it's not as smooth as you may think. Today, we are going to cover 5 things that happened once we listed our house and some tips and extra info that popped up along our journey. Call To Order: Make a plan for potentially selling your home. If you were to take another job or have to make a sudden move, would you be ready? What if you were to put your home on the market and it doesn't sell as quickly as you would have hoped? Are you willing to put in more money for repairs or come down on your price? Do your research on the housing market, understand the language and how transactions are running now versus when you may have bought your home. Is it a seller's market or a buyer's market? Have a plan in mind and know where you're willing to compromise or stand your ground if needed.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

This is our last episode of the Four Horsemen series from John Gottman. Stonewalling may sound innocent and harmless, but it can still be damaging to a relationship. Why do people stonewall? What could cause a person to shut people out, especially someone close to them? Call to Order:This week's call to order is to determine if you stonewall in your life or if someone is doing it to you. Don't get combative or confrontational but find a way, in a neutral setting, to gently ease into the conversation about what might be causing it. Only you know how to navigate the situation but focus on the outcome and the next steps and not the person. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-four-horsemen-recognizing-criticism-contempt-defensiveness-and-stonewalling/ 

All relationships have conflict. This cannot be avoided or negotiated with. Managing conflict is vital in predicting success with conflict. This is our 3rd part of the 4-part series on the 4 Horsemen from John Gottman and today, we are going to talk about defensiveness. We will discuss what defensiveness means and what the antidote is for your relationship. Call to Order:Think about the last argument you had in your relationship. Try to identify when you were defensive and recognize what happened in that discussion. What made you defensive? What was the outcome? Think about what you would say differently and practice being less defensive and more solution-oriented. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-four-horsemen-recognizing-criticism-contempt-defensiveness-and-stonewalling/ 

Today, we are going to talk about contempt. We see examples of this a lot in social interactions but it can become toxic. This is part 2 of our discussion on The Four Horsemen that can doom a relationship. We will discuss some examples of contempt, why it is so dangerous and solutions that can eliminate contempt. Call to Order:This week's call to order is to identify where you have contempt in your relationships. Work on replacing phrases that display contempt and make them more positive. Pick one relationship you have or one aspect of your relationship that has contempt and can be improved. Practice some self-talk to replace words of contempt with more positive communication.  Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-four-horsemen-recognizing-criticism-contempt-defensiveness-and-stonewalling/ 

Managing conflict is a vital skill in building and maintaining relationships. If you have been to relationship counselling, you've likely heard about John Gottman and the Four Horsemen. Today, we are going to start a series on the four horsemen and focus today's discussion on the 1st one – criticism.Call to Order:This week's call to order is to come up with some examples of criticism in your relationship and come up with simple ways to use a gentle startup. Practice it beforehand and repeat it when a discussion needs to happen. It can be a tough conversation to have but a positive communication pattern will replace the negative interactions that you may be having.  Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.gottman.com/blog/the-four-horsemen-recognizing-criticism-contempt-defensiveness-and-stonewalling/ 

We are getting ready to sell our house! Don't you wish it was as simple as planting a “For Sale” sign on the front lawn? Unfortunately, even in a HOT market...it's not. It's time to roll up our sleeves and get to work because there are tons of things to do before we even list our home. Listen to hear 5 things that we did before even making it official.This week's Call to Order is to take financial inventory! Whether you're a renter and looking to buy, homeowner looking to sell, or already settled and want to reduce your debt. Get your financial house in order because you never know when your circumstances will change.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Why do some marriages work, and others don't? Why do people think that marriage takes a lot of work? Why do so many married couples not seem to like each other anymore?We are going to be answering those questions today while we discuss marriage commitments. Marriage takes effort but it doesn't have to be difficult if two people are edifying each other and playing on the same team. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

 In episode #33, we had a very personal and real conversation regarding mental health. September is suicide prevention month and today, we are going to dive into what we can all do to help this cause. Most of us have had some sort of experience with mental health issues ourselves or with people we know personally. This discussion will focus on some statistics about suicide and general mental health plus risk factors and what action can be taken. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Suicide-Prevention-Awareness-Month https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/ 

Today is another special episode of the podcast as this is our one-year review of The Family Order Podcast. This is a great episode for folks that have already started a podcast or are just thinking about it. We will review why we started this podcast, what we learned, the highs & lows and most importantly, where we are going in the future. There will also be some insightful stats on podcasting in general so give this one a listen if you are interested in podcasting or just to hear our story of the past year.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://podcasthosting.org/podcast-statistics/?gclid=CjwKCAjwp_GJBhBmEiwALWBQk-_CvdKs7_IxNlb11WXwZcEmAEm42hyjTGmlACxjUjKWsZbl5cq4OBoCcfYQAvD_BwE https://riverside.fm/blog/podcast-statistics https://www.amplifimedia.com/blogstein/why-there-really-arent-2-million-podcasts 

Marriage can be great, but it can be very challenging. Parenting is something that is also very rewarding, but it will test you like you never thought possible. We prepare so much for a new baby being added to our lives, but we don't prepare nearly enough for what comes after, especially for ourselves and our marriage. Sure, a newborn takes a lot of time, energy and focus but that's not your only priority. Today, we are going to be interviewing Catherine O'Brien, a marriage and family therapist and her husband and co-teacher Rick Heyer. Catherine's book, Happy with Baby covers many topics such as postpartum depression & mood disorders, intimacy, the importance of date night, self-care and much more. Tune in to gain some insights from our discussion with Catherine & Rick today. Resources:Buy the Book! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735046604?tag=&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1Connect with Catherine!https://happywithbaby.com/https://www.facebook.com/HappyWithBaby/https://www.instagram.com/happywithbaby/Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Do you cheat on your taxes? Do you take shortcuts at work? Do you take credit for something that you didn't do yourself? These questions, and many more, are questions about truth and integrity. Life is full of choices and these choices matter whether it's something big or small. Today, we are going to delve into why integrity matters and tips on how to live a life of integrity in everything that you do or don't do. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/living-a-life-of-integrity/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/manvotional-theodore-roosevelt-on-integrity-in-private-and-public-life/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/what-strengthens-and-weakens-our-integrity-part-i-why-small-choices-count/ https://www.orderofman.com/bridging-the-integrity-gap/ https://schoolofherring.com/2015/03/20/why-does-integrity-matter/ 

We've talked about being a protector and a provider but what is another important role to consider? That role is the leader or presider role. Why is this role so important? What does it mean to be a presider of your home or family? We want to provide a compelling discussion today that makes you evaluate your priorities while we share vital tips into how to have a thriving family. Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.orderofman.com/ffn-002-protect-provide-preside/ https://magazine.byu.edu/article/presiding-providing-and-protecting/ https://www.connorboyack.com/blog/the-role-of-the-presiding-patriarch 

Being a provider sounds very simple but there's more to it than what's on the surface. Times are changing and the rate of that change is speeding up. Providing is much more than just acquiring financial resources. As a provider, you are a resource that provides value in so many other ways. You solve problems in a creative way that is difficult to find. You are a compass that provides direction in a storm. You are responsible and dependable as well. This is the 2nd episode of a 3-part series on strong roles that are held by the leaders of the household.  Listen in for our commentary on the mindset and the practices that you can put into place in your home.Follow us on Instagram: @thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/the-3-ps-of-manhood-a-review/ https://www.orderofman.com/ffn-002-protect-provide-preside/ https://www.dadtired.com/blog/provider https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-dynamics/Pages/Roles-Within-the-Family.aspx 

We still live in a dangerous world and it's changing rapidly.  Today, we will be discussing the role of protectors in the family unit. It may not be popular to say this, but my wife and I are not equal partners on everything within our family and our home. Shocking, I know. This conversation will tap into what it means to be a protector in modern times for your family and why it's vital to define this role and put measures in place. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/the-3-ps-of-manhood-a-review/ https://www.orderofman.com/ffn-002-protect-provide-preside/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/the-3-ps-of-manhood-protect/ 

Why do couples fight about money? Why is this a topic that we don't talk about prior to joining our lives together? What is one thing that can ruin a marriage if left unchecked? Today, we are going to discuss answers to these questions and 6 basic financial tips to consider in marriage including a hot take of ours. The topic of money is becoming more and more complex and couples need to get on the same page with their finances. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/personal-finance-tips-for-the-newly-married/ https://www.marriage.com/advice/finance/ https://www.marriage.com/advice/finance/quick-tips-to-managing-finances-in-marriage/ https://www.prosper.com/blog/marriage-and-finances-seven-things-you-need-to-know/ https://www.thebalance.com/financial-advice-for-married-couples-2302874 Goal Mapping Worksheet:https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefamilyorder/posts/389685182327918

What is a date night? Why is date night important? Today's episode will provide tips and ideas for date night itself and on how to make it a priority vs. a luxury. We will also touch on why date night is vital to your marriage and family dynamic. If you want your marriage to thrive, this episode is a must listen.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/18-at-home-date-ideas/ https://www.couplestherapyinc.com/5-reasons-date-night-important/ https://firstthings.org/why-date-night-matters/#:~:text=Speaking%20of%20less%20stress%2C%20another,to%20come%20easily%20for%20couples.&text=Date%20night%20helps%20couples%20remember,the%20foundation%20for%20reigniting%20passion. https://www.foryourmarriage.org/blogs/why-date-nights-matter/ https://tonightsbettertogether.com/2018/02/26/5-reasons-why-date-night-could-save-your-marriage/ 

Disciplining kids may be the hardest part of being a parent. Most parents are equipped to feed and clothe their children but that's just the bare minimum of parenthood. There are many idealistic ways to raise kids that sound great but that are very difficult to put into practice realistically. Sometimes, you are exhausted or frustrated and kids are very good about pushing the boundaries. Today, we are going to dive deeper into what type of discipline actually works and the why behind them. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.parentalquestions.com/ten-punishments-that-work/ https://www.wikihow.com/Discipline-a-Child 

When should your kid get their first smartphone? How much TV time should your child have each day? These are tough questions and there are no “right” answers. Today, we are going to dive into how to limit kids on their tech use. We will discuss our situation, experience in navigating these waters and 3 tips to improve the ground rules for your kids and your home.  Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/when-to-give-kid-smartphone/ https://www.nytimes.com/guides/smarterliving/family-technology https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/The-Benefits-of-Limiting-TV.aspx 

Kids learn better by doing and being active. Finding the right activities for them can be challenging but also very important or rewarding for you and your kids. You can keep them engaged and busy while aiding them to develop their skills. Today, we are going to provide 3 major benefits to keeping your children involved in extracurricular activities. We will also go into our background, our family activities and some fun summer activity suggestions for those looking for some help.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://pediatriccenterofroundrock.com/the-importance-of-fun-summer-activities-for-kids/ http://www.theparentszone.com/activities-fun/group-activities-for-kids/ 

What does it mean to be a mother? What does it mean to you? There are a lot of interpretations of what mother's do and what their importance is for children & even society at large. Today, we are going to discuss 5 types of mothers that can be compared to evaluate strengths, weaknesses and the potential influence on their kids. We will also review 3 ways that mothers can have a significant impact with their kids in the long-term.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.hellomotherhood.com/article/536701-the-meaning-of-being-a-mother/https://www.psychologies.co.uk/five-mother-types https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/05/08/facts-about-u-s-mothers/ 

Have you ever heard the phrase that people with only one child shouldn't be considered a real parent? Obviously, that phrase isn't to be taken literally but there's a reason that people say it. Should you change your approach to parenting with multiple children vs. just having one? Kids learn some important life skills when they have siblings. Today, we are going to be discussing ways to ensure that a child doesn't feel pushed aside and general tips that can help a child adjust to having a sibling.  Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.ahaparenting.com/parenting-tools/siblings/siblings-101 https://parentingnow.org/sharing-between-siblings/ https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/positive/big-sibling-blues/ 

When you ask kids what they want to be when they grow up, they don't typically say that they want to be married but they can easily recite what they want in terms of a career. What is the state of your marriage? Well, you may not have thought much about it but what you may not know is that your kids probably have a good idea. Children watch what we do and how we do it. We are passing on valuable lessons to them and today we are going to cover 5 things/skills or positive outcomes of modeling your marriage to your kids. One more question: does your marriage encourage your kids to want to get married?Resources:http://www.hitchedmag.com/article.php?id=697 https://www.thepragmaticparent.com/healthy-marriage-matters-to-children/ https://asmithblog.com/how-to-have-a-model-marriage/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

By now, most of us have heard about helicopter parents. Today, we will discuss the possible reasons behind this parenting style and how it became so prevalent. We will share some of our own experiences, the effects of helicopter parenting and some research into why modern parents seem so much more overprotective of their children vs. how they were raised. Resources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/origins-overprotective-parenting/ https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/what-is-helicopter-parenting/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Robert L. Backman states that: “‘Father' is the noblest title a man can be given. It's more than a biological role. It signifies a patriarch, a leader, an exemplar, a confidant, a teacher, a hero, a friend.”  What is a father? What does it mean to you? Fathers tend to be taken for granted at times but they are vital in kids flourishing in society as productive adults. Today, we are going to discuss 7 things that display how fathers can have a significant impact with their kids. Today is also the kick off of our 8 part summer series on parenting. Resources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/18-tips-for-being-a-great-dad/ https://parentspluskids.com/blog/fatherhood-statistics-trends-and-analysis Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

We did it! 7 States, 2,700 Miles, 50+ Hours! The Bilyeu's conquered an 8-day RV Roadtrip out West to Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone. We are going to cover why we wanted to go on this trip, the places that we visited, the hi's, the low's & what we learned from this experience. The hope is that this discussion will help others with their next big trip and why it's vital to make time for vacations or just new adventures.Resources: www.koa.com www.outdoorsy.com Jeremy & Stephanie Puglisi (2021). Where Should We Camp Next?. Source Books. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Tune into this discussion as we do our first ever reaction episode. A few weeks ago, we posted an episode regarding femininity and we received a lot of feedback on social media. Today, we will discuss our reactions to those comments and how it relates to our podcast episode. What do we take away from all of this and how do we respond going forward?Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Content Warning:  May is Mental Health Awareness Month and in our planning we knew that we would be doing this episode subject matter at some point. We obviously did not foresee the events taking place that shaped this episode into what it is now. This episode covers our personal story and experiences with mental illness. We have transcribed the full episode for those that cannot listen. You can access that at this link: http://bit.ly/FamilyOrderEpisode33We hope our family and friends see this as a loving tribute and potentially save even just one person with our words. Remember that this disease doesn't care where you came from, who you work for or how much you make. It affects our partners, our children, our parents, our siblings, our family, our cousins. This episode is in loving memory of Bret Michael Smith.Resources:https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/ https://save.org/about-suicide/treatment/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/symptoms-causes/syc-20374968 

Since we did an episode on masculinity, it's only fair that we do an episode on femininity. Today, we will be discussing the differences between masculinity and femininity along with some of the core values associated with femininity. We will include 3 main areas to focus on that are associated with feminine traits. What does this mean for your husband, your social circle or your family? Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.balancedbombshells.com/amp/how-to-use-your-masculine-feminine-energy-to-succeed https://aspiringelegance.com/the-lost-art-of-classic-femininity/ 

Today, we will be doing something a bit different. We will go “unscripted” or “unprepared” to discuss goals and how to get back on track. Have you set your goals? Have you made updates to your goals? How do you get back on track once you veer off course? We will touch on some of these questions today and be discussing some of our personal goal updates. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Kids can fill your life with so much joy, laughter and frustration! In today's world, it can be very hard to guide kids to adulthood and to know where the line is with discipline. It's not as black and white as it used to be but we have 7 tips on developing healthy discipline and raising little humans. Don't forget that your job as a parent is to develop kids to be independent adults. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.verywellfamily.com/what-is-child-discipline-620113 https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/quit-coddling-your-kids/ 

In today's episode of the podcast, we will be covering house maintenance. Why is this important? A house is typically the largest investment you will ever make. There are some basic tips and advice that we've learned in the last several years that might be helpful to many of you that are first time home buyers or for those that already are homeowners and may just need a refresher. Taking care of your home can be very stressful or very gratifying. It's up to you to decide how to govern your castle. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/10-minute-house-repair-and-home-maintenance-tips/ https://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/advice/home-maintenance-checklist/ 

For many of us, our smartphones have come to feel like another appendage. We carry them wherever we go, fondle them during meals and conversations, and sleep with them next to our pillows. Wherever one is, so is the other.However, unlike our typically unabashed appreciation for our physical limbs, our feelings about our smartphones tend to be quite a bit more mixed, if not downright negative. This is part 2 of our minimalism series and we will share 5 tips to becoming a digital minimalist.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.calnewport.com/books/digital-minimalism/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/5-concrete-ways-to-develop-a-healthier-relationship-with-your-phone-no-blocking-or-deleting-apps-required/ https://www.calnewport.com/books/digital-minimalism/ 

FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND SUPPORTERS...We've hit 500 downloads! That is a huge accomplishment for us being at this for 6 months and we are so grateful for everyone that has tuned in. Our purpose is so much bigger because of all of you. To celebrate, we are answering a few questions from you!Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon Klein

Is the nuclear family unit in crisis? The short answer is yes, it certainly is. Life is not just about marriage, family and kids but it has certainly been responsible for holding together the fabric of society and it provides many people with more meaning and purpose in their life. Today, we have some observations regarding stats and perceptions showing the decline in the family unit and a few tips to keep your marriage and family unit strong. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://pointofview.net/viewpoints/family-in-decline/ https://www.statista.com/statistics/195951/marriage-rate-in-the-united-states-since-1990/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/creating-a-positive-family-culture-the-importance-of-establishing-family-traditions/ 

Many of you have heard of minimalism but there are some misconceptions about what it is and what it means. Today, we will discuss how we view minimalism and how it can be applied practically to your life. There are 5 benefits/tips that we will review along with how to use them in your life. Ultimately, this will create more room in your life for meaning and purpose instead of just consumption. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/go-small-or-go-home-in-praise-of-minimalism/ https://www.breakthetwitch.com/minimalism/ https://www.calnewport.com/books/digital-minimalism/ 

 Homeschooling isn't a revolutionary idea, but it is becoming more of a reality after the events of 2020. Today, we are going to have a special guest to discuss homeschooling in our first interview episode. Homeschooling vs. public school, provides many pros & cons and weighing that out can be a tough decision & it isn't made lightly. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.verywellfamily.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-homeschooling-5074888 

Are you busy or productive? What's the difference? Have you heard people brag about how many errands they have to run; how many emails they receive daily or how many meetings they have? Some people wear “busy” like a badge of honor but that isn't the goal. Shouldn't we desire to be more productive vs. just being busy? Today, we will shed light on 5 tips to being more productive vs. just being busy. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://onbeing.org/blog/the-disease-of-being-busy/ https://www.inc.com/larry-kim/the-differences-between-busy-productive-people.html https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/a-simple-cure-for-restlessness-work-when-you-work-play-when-you-play/ 

Have you had a fight with your spouse or significant other? Can fighting or conflict be a good thing? Conflict is inevitable but how it's dealt with can be the difference between a thriving relationship and separation. Conflict isn't the problem but rather it's an indicator of problems in your relationship that need to be addressed. How do you diagnose these problems and how do you take action?Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/resolve-conflict-in-marriage/ https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/resolving-conflict/6-steps-for-resolving-conflict-in-marriage/ https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/4-steps-to-deal-with-conflict-in-your-marriage/ https://www.gottman.com/blog/managing-vs-resolving-conflict-relationships-blueprints-success/ 

What can you do to better protect your relationship from ending? Today, we want to focus on why sex in a relationship or marriage is so important.  The sports adage of: “the best defense is a good offense” applies here. This discussion will provide 3 tips to how physical intimacy and sex can improve your relationship from a female and a male's perspective. Don't worry, this will be PG. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:www.gottman.com https://www.5lovelanguages.com/5-love-languages/ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/sex-recession-kate-julian-interview/ https://www.marriage.com/advice/physical-intimacy/truths-about-the-importance-of-sex-in-a-relationship/ https://www.divorcebusting.com/ 

Is communication overrated? Most relationship advice suggests improving communication. What makes it good or bad and what do you need to consider about the other person? Today, we are going to talk about quality over quantity and how effective communication can be vital to a thriving relationship. We will also touch on a couple of famous tools available that can certainly support improving your relationships and your interactions. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:www.gottman.com https://www.5lovelanguages.com/5-love-languages/ 

What is trust & respect in a relationship? How are they built and maintained? How are they broken and repaired?  Since it's February now, this episode will kick off our new 4-part series on love & marriage. Today, we will delve into the elements of trust and respect. These 2 elements expand beyond just marriage but into other important relationships. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/6-essential-elements-of-a-strong-and-healthy-marriage-0818164 www.gottman.com 

When someone crosses the line, what do you do about it? This is part 3 in our series on boundaries and today we are tackling enforcing boundaries. You have talked the talk, now it's time to walk the walk. This step can be difficult and there are many reasons why. Today, we will wrap up the conversation with more tips and reasons why enforcing boundaries is so important.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.elephantjournal.com/2020/01/a-guide-to-setting-enforcing-boundaries-like-a-boss-sara-kubica/ Robert Glover's book: No More Mr. Nice Guy

It's been said that if you set a boundary and someone throws a fit, that's proof that a boundary is necessary. So, you've decided that you want to establish boundaries but how do you communicate them? This discussion will focus on how we should communicate boundaries effectively. Many people can overlook this step in being assertive and confident in setting boundaries. There may not be a “right” way to do it but there's definitely a wrong way to do it.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/how-to-be-assertive/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/how-help-friend/201711/why-is-it-important-have-personal-boundaries 

Are you a pushover? Do you feel too passive with your spouse? Your boss? Your kids????? Many of us have heard of setting boundaries. Are boundaries constricting or can they lead to more freedom? This episode is going to be a change in direction as we will do a deep dive in this first part of a 3-part series on boundaries. Today, we will discuss how to establish boundaries and why it's so important. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:Robert Glover's book: No More Mr. Nice Guyhttps://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/how-to-be-assertive/ https://www.orderofman.com/forging-boundaries/

Henry David Thoreau said: “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” Today, we will establish the role of a man regarding your home, your family, your community etc. What does it mean to be a man in today's world? This discussion today will be centered around 3 things that men can do to define who they are and how to level up in their lives. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources:CDC, NCH, Bureau of Prisons, Psychology Today, CSO. The Order of Man, The Art of Manliness, Wild at Heart by Jack Eldridge, Jack Donovan: The Way of Men 

The new year is upon us and it's time to set goals for 2021. Many of us do this same exercise every year but can we set better goals? Setting goals is a great start but achieving them often falls short. Goal setting can be difficult especially if you don't do it regularly. The SMART goal format is one of the more pervasive templates for goal writing currently in the corporate world, so we will be using that format. SMART goals are especially challenging because it forces us to be very clear and precise. This process can be tedious but setting the right goals will help us achieve more and that's the purpose of setting goals in the first place. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/visions-over-goals/ https://www.atlassian.com/blog/productivity/how-to-write-smart-goals 

Is time management a myth? Stephen Covey has said: “The challenge is not to manage time, but to manage yourself.” This episode of The Family Order is going to focus on 5 tips to set better boundaries and how to manage time, but more importantly, how to manage yourself, more effectively. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefamilyorderWebsite Coming Soon! www.thefamilyorder.comMusic: Waves Instrumental by Taylor Smith, Gabe Klein, Gideon KleinResources: https://www.thebalancesmb.com/time-management-tips-2947336 https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/habits-of-highly-effective-people-summary