Podcasts about love centered parenting

Welcome to the Drive Thru Mom's Podcast!  It takes a lot of strategy and purpose to raise a family in today's economy.  Stewarding your funds while caring and raising a family is a God-sized task.  But learning to ‘lean in and love' your kids, as my guest Crystal Paine, AKA ‘The Money Saving Mom' puts it, is more important to her husband, as they parent their six children. Crystal is the author of multiple books, Time-Saving Mom, Love-Centered Parenting, 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life, Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, the Choose Love Journal, Choose Gratitude Journal, and Money-Making Mom and can be found at www.moneysavingmom.com What a treat she is!  I can't wait for you to listen! ENJOY friends and HAPPY WEDNESDAY! CONNECT WITH US: Email: lynn@drivethrumoms.com Website: https://www.drivethrumoms.com Book: Faithful Before, Faithful Again: Finding God Faithful in An Anxious World  https://a.co/d/ernpYJS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drivethrumoms Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drivethrumoms?utm_source=linktree_profile_share Subscribe: Drive Thru Moms Podcast Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/drive-thru-moms/id1528282382#see-all/reviews  CONNECT WITH MY GUEST Website: https://www.themoneysavingmom.com Email: moneysavingmom@gmail.com Book: Love Centered ParentingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom

In today's episode, Renee Cook welcomes Crystal Paine, author, and founder of MoneySavingMom.com, who shares her experiences as a parent of 3 teens and 3 toddlers, one of whom is a sweet adopted little boy with Down syndrome, discussing both the challenges and joys of parenting.Renee and Crystal Discuss:- How Crystal managed to deal with anxiety and overwhelm.- Practical tips for handling those unsolicited advice that all parents seem to get.- Crystal's approach to fostering connections with preteen and teenage children.- And most importantly, keeping love at the core of everything when it comes to parenting.There's so much valuable wisdom to take away from their conversation! And if you're looking for some hard-won parenting wisdom, grab a copy of Crystal's book, Love-Centered Parenting.The shownotes & resources mentioned in this episode can be found here.You can connect with Renee Cook on Instagram and sign up for her weekly email of homeschool encouragement here.

 Ready for a dose of dynamite dynamism? Today, we're diving into the rollercoaster of back-to-school madness with the spectacular Crystal Paine!  Crystal isn't just ANY guest – she's a multi-hat-wearing powerhouse! A mom-trepreneur, podcaster, best-selling author, and so much more! Ever felt like the school bell rings, and your whole routine crumbles into chaos? Fret not! With the back-to-school frenzy knocking, Crystal is here to sprinkle some routine pixie dust. ✨ Did you know that your morning gamechanger starts with some nighttime magic? Dive deep to discover why! Has a routine thrown you a curveball? Don't just swing and miss! Crystal gives the 411 on course-correcting those not-so-perfect plans. So all you superstar moms – tighten your capes, brew that coffee, and tune in. Crystal's got the secret sauce to streamline your days, packing them with purpose and zest! DON'T MISS OUT! This is the episode that'll have you trading school-time stress for success!    Hungry for more Crystal magic? Dive into her Instagram treasure trove here! And for those with a thirst for knowledge, don't miss her enlightening reads: "Love-Centered Parenting" & "The Time-Saving Mom". Plus, unlock a world of savvy savings with her website: www.moneysavingmom.com. WAIT, there's more! For all the parents juggling packed lunches, last-minute meals, and school prep – we've got your back! Lighten your plate with our specially curated meal plan designed to swipe that back-to-school stress away.  Check it out at www.simplepurposefulliving.com/mealplan. So all you superstar moms – tighten your capes, brew that coffee, and tune in. Crystal's got the secret sauce to streamline your days, packing them with purpose and zest! DON'T MISS OUT! This is the episode that'll have you trading school-time stress for success!   

Crystal Paine is wife to Jesse, mom of six, the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Love-Centered Parenting. Today we get to chatting about her newest book, "The Time-Saving Mom". Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the Gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time! Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Kim: @kimberly.stuart.writes Follow Crystal: @themoneysavingmom Purchase her latest book, "The Time Saving Mom": MoneySavingMom.com

Crystal Paine is wife to Jesse, mom of six, the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Love-Centered Parenting. Today we get to chatting about her newest book, "The Time-Saving Mom". Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the Gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time! Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Kim: @kimberly.stuart.writes Follow Crystal: @themoneysavingmom Purchase her latest book, "The Time Saving Mom": MoneySavingMom.com

Crystal Paine is wife to Jesse, mom of six, the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Love-Centered Parenting. Today we get to chatting about her newest book, "The Time-Saving Mom". Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the Gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time! Follow Bob: @bobgoff Follow Kim: @kimberly.stuart.writes Follow Crystal: @themoneysavingmom Purchase her latest book, "The Time Saving Mom": MoneySavingMom.com

Crystal Paine encourages parents to lead with a listening ear and not attach their identity to their kids. Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in below. If you choose to purchase through the links, we may be compensated at no additional cost to you. See full disclosure policy. Today's Guest: Crystal Paine is wife to Jesse, mom of six, the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode and author of Love-Centered Parenting: The No-Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids. Theme Music: “Found” by Lisa Troyer and Dawn Yoder Venture3Media/Circle of Friends Show Sponsor: Brave Moms, Brave Kids by Lee Nienhuis Things We Talk About: Are you correcting or connecting more with your child? The Crystal Paine Show podcast (Ep. 142 Worship Suffocates Worry ) Ep. 145: Our Unexpected Adoption News  Love-Centered Parenting by Crystal Paine Are you trying to fix your kids or walk with them? Do you have a dysfunctional view of God? Love Idol by Jennifer Dukes Lee John 8:1-11 Connect with Us: The Martha + Mary Show webpage Podcast Group on Facebook: Martha and Mary Show Sisterhood IG Handles: @leenienhuis @katie_m_reid @themoneysavingmom Producer: Jeanna Lesausky Subscribe to the show and leave a rating and review.

As your child grows, he or she will make mistakes. But instead of shielding them from all their errors, it's best to let them try and learn. John and Danny offer encouragement to parents who are afraid to let their kids make decisions for themselves. Featuring Crystal Paine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1311201 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/letting-them-make-mistakes/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

As a parent, as a mom, you set the tone in your home. So today we are going to talk about ways to eliminate the stress for when you are dealing with a frustrated kid. Here are three questions you can ask your child, for in the moment: What's wrong? How can I help? What can be done about it right now? Also on today's episode I share my latest travel story, Jesse and I also give you a reading update. I read a letter from one of our listeners, and I touched a little bit from my book, Love-Centered Parenting, about my flare prayer technique.  Besides these three questions, please remember to take the time to take a breath. Try listening, pointing them to Jesus, letting them know that we are with them, and helping them to come up with some creative solutions. And sometimes that will involve just asking them more questions. If you have any techniques, please feel free to share. We love hearing from our listeners. In This Episode [00:34] - Welcome to another episode of The Crystal Paine Show.  [01:15] - What to do when your child is frustrated. [02:00] - I have a travel horror story to share today. [04:02] - While I was stuck in Charlotte for four hours, my phone was starting to run out of battery. [07:46] - Word to the wise: if there is wet carpet in the airport don't assume that it's water spilled. [08:41] - I do have a book update.  [09:57] - We share a letter from a listener about Jesse's advice on reading. [12:05] - Are you making progress over who you were yesterday? [12:35] - Jesse shares his book update. [13:49] - Okay, how to help a child who is frustrated. [16:02] - I also have been very guilty of getting frustrated at a child for being frustrated. [17:52] - Instead, stepping back and asking for God's help [19:13] - First question is to simply ask, “what is wrong?”. [21:23] - And then asking, “how can I help you?”. [22:39] - Finally, just saying, “what can you do about it?”. [23:53] - Instead of you suggesting things, ask questions and kind of lead them to some solutions, so that they are learning. Links & ResourcesCrystal Paine Books The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers Love-Centered Parenting by Crystal Paine Programs Libby/Overdrive, free public library app Social Media Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter Crystal Paine on Goodreads   Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group crystal@moneysavingmom.com

When your child wants to tell you something, your first instinct might be to try and solve the problem. But what if one of the most effective things you can do is listen? John and Danny discuss how listening to your child can help improve the relationship with him or her. Featuring Crystal Paine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1311201 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-marriage-podcast/listening-with-humility/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Join @kylamariecharles and Crystal of @themoneysavingmom for a special @momchatmonday to discuss foster care and what that experience looks like for her.Crystal Paine is wife to Jesse, mom of six, the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Love-Centered Parenting.Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the Gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time!Website: http://www.MoneySavingMom.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySavingMom/Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/themoneysavingmomConnect with the #momchatmonday communityBook Club Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/momchatbookclub/MomChatMonday Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/q1d0h3Where to find usKyla's Instagram and BlogAmy's Instagram and BlogJoin the LIVE Recording of #momchatmondayRemember, you can tune in and chat along with us by joining the LIVE recording of each week's episode every Monday, so give us a follow on IG to make sure you don't miss it.

The Bible reminds us that God has shown us more grace than we deserve. As parents, we're given a beautiful and unique opportunity to point our kids to His kindness and love. John and Danny discuss ways you can show your kid grace, even when he or she messes up. Featuring Crystal Paine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1298702 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/grace-for-your-childs-mistakes/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

We've all been guilty of wondering, "What do others think about my parenting?" While self-awareness is healthy, being obsessed with your reputation as a mom or dad is not good. John and Danny share promises from God's Word you can cling to as a parent. Featuring Crystal Paine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1298702 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/relationship-over-reputation/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

I'm a big reader. I have a parallel reading strategy where I read typically 4 books a month. I know this seems like a lot but it allows me to hit my goals in small chunks instead of feeling super overwhelmed. I wanted to share today some of my fav books that have helped with my own personal growth this year (and some bonus ones I've read in the past) ➡️ Standing Strong by Alli Worthington ➡️ Free of Me by Sharon Hoddee Miller ➡️ The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks (re-read this year) ➡️ The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor ➡️ To Hell with the Hustle by Jefferson Bethke ➡️ Untamed by Glennon Doyle (re-read this year) ➡️ Atomic Habits by James Clear (re-read this year) ➡️ Love Centered Parenting by Crystal Paine ➡️ The 12 Week Year by Brian P Moran (re-read this year) These books were on the top of my list of non-fiction personal growth books for the year! And you'll notice that 4 of them were books I've already read and chose to read again in 2021! I love to re-read books that I love because I feel like I pick out different things each time! I get most of my books from the library and honestly only buy books after I've read them once and I know I'll re-read them so these ones are going on my bookshelf soon (if I don't already own them!) What were some of your favs this year? FREE GOAL SETTING SERIES: https://apurposedrivenmom.com/goals   A PURPOSE DRIVEN MOM SHOW NOTES: apurposedrivenmom.com/podcast184/

As a parent, how do you respond when your son or daughter does something that catches you off guard? John and Danny discuss the importance of giving yourself grace, even when your child does something that embarrasses you. Featuring Crystal Paine. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get Crystal Paine's book "Love-Centered Parenting" for your donation of any amount: https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2021-12-09?refcd=1284301 Get more episode resources: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/episodes/focus-on-parenting-podcast/when-perfectionism-becomes-toxic/#featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback: https://focusonthefamily.com/podcastsurvey/

Anyone else feeling like you need some encouragement in your parenting? Anyone else feeling like you are struggling with connecting with your kids or making sure you are meeting their needs? If you need some Biblical grace filled parenting encouragement, I want you to join me in this episode today with Crystal Paine from Money Saving Mom. Listen to the Podcast: You can find all the links and notes for this episode below! Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Crystal's book is one of my favorite books I've read in the past 2 years: Love-Centered Parenting. It was not at all what I was expecting in a parenting book, but in the best possible way. It challenged me and encouraged me. But not only in my parenting, also in my own personal heart and outlook. Crystal is incredible honest and open in this book and I highly recommend it. Links & Resources: Book recommendation: Love-Centered Parenting We have a new free Bible Study challenge through the book of James starting October 1st! Join our free community app for it. Also starting October 1st is a brand new theme for our Kitchen Collective: Crockpots and instanpots. Trainings, videos, and loooooots of recipes! Join (and get instant access to September's month (30 Minute Dinners) and October's month (breakfasts)! JOIN HERE Mark your calendar: October 5th!!! Tickets go on sale for the 2022 homemaking online conference. The theme this year is Homemaking in Light of Eternity. Our Sponsor:  Join the Moink Movement today! Go to MoinkBox.com/HOME and listeners to this show get FREE bacon for a Year (A pop up will come up with the offer.  

Our topic today – our takes on courtship and dating - might be considered a bit controversial by some! You may recall an early episode of the podcast in which we talked about our own history involving this topic, and if you did hear that episode, then you may also remember that we have a pretty unique story of how Jesse and I ended up in a relationship together and how we had strict courtship rules set by our parents. We are going to dive into this in this episode and reveal how we plan to approach this with our own kids. We received a question from a listener recently asking us if we allow our older kids to date, which is what inspired us to do a podcast episode focused on this topic, and as Jesse puts it, we prefer to see ourselves as sources of guidance for our kids rather than as dictators, and with that being said, while we realize that this may come as a surprise to some of you, we actually do not have rules about dating. What we instead do is have conversations with our kids rather than lay down hard and fast rules. Children need to learn how to make good decisions for themselves, and as I discuss in my book Love-Centered Parenting, it's so important to love our kids in such a way that we are leaning into them and listening to them, doing our best to understand their emotions and their struggles. We should, after all, be raising kids so that they can become adults as opposed to perpetually dependent children. I hope that this episode was helpful for you in one way or another! Please reach out to me as I love hearing from you, and be sure to tune in next time!   In This Episode: [0:32] – Today's topic is courtship and dating! [2:20] – We learn what's saving Jesse's life this week. [5:42] – I reveal that we recently got a new stroller which has been saving my life lately! [8:28] – You can get the double stroller that we bought for a relatively low price on Amazon! [9:48] – Jesse just finished Black Ice by Brad Thor. [10:58] – I just finished re-reading Wonder by R.J. Palacio. [12:55] – I share an email and an iTunes review sent in by listeners. [15:40] – Jesse offers a funny tip about listening to podcasts at a certain speed. [17:32] – We dive into the main topic – courtship vs. dating. [19:58] – I argue that teenagers are more apt to listen if parents have conversations with them as opposed to just laying down rules. [22:45] – Teenagers, I point out, tend to live in the moment and not look to the future. [25:22] – I point out that each and every child is different and cannot be placed into molds. [27:40] – We have tried to perfect the art of stoicism as parents.   Links and Resources: Crystal Paine Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter crystal@moneysavingmom.com Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group Love-Centered Parenting The Crystal Paine Show – Episode 5: Courtship Rules and Our First Kiss The Crystal Paine Show - Episode 129: My System for Keeping on Top of Emails The Crystal Paine Show - Episode 136: Don't Miss Out on This Superpower! (with Jeannie Cunnion) Graco Ready2Grow LX 2.0 Double Stroller, Clark Brad Thor – Black Ice R.J. Palacio - Wonder

Crystal Paine, founder of the wildly popular MoneySavingMom.com, host of "The Crystal Paine Show" podcast, New York Times bestselling author, occasional Foster Mom, and Mama to 4 bio kids is our guest today. Crystal's new book, Love-Centered Parenting: The No Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids, is her first parenting book and we are thrilled to have her share some insight on the journey of parenting in this episode. You will find Crystal's honesty, conversational style, and tried-and-true methods to be balm to your weary soul. At a time when parents are more fragile than ever, this message offers hope, freedom, and rest for the discouraged. Crystal talks about the day she found out her kid was a bully, leading with humility, and why letting go of what others think is so powerful as a parent. We hope you enjoy this rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes from Season 1. Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

Crystal Paine, founder of the wildly popular MoneySavingMom.com, host of "The Crystal Paine Show" podcast, New York Times bestselling author, occasional Foster Mom, and Mama to 4 bio kids is our guest today. Crystal's new book, Love-Centered Parenting: The No Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids, is her first parenting book and we are thrilled to have her share some insight on the journey of parenting in this episode. You will find Crystal's honesty, conversational style, and tried-and-true methods to be balm to your weary soul. At a time when parents are more fragile than ever, this message offers hope, freedom, and rest for the discouraged. Crystal talks about the day she found out her kid was a bully, leading with humility, and why letting go of what others think is so powerful as a parent. We hope you enjoy this rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes from Season 1. Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

Email can often be a monster that needs to be tamed, but it doesn't have to be! Jesse and I share an interesting conversation in this episode about how to tame it – interesting in that we have very different methods for doing it. With more than fifteen years of having my own business, I have learned some strategies that I think might be helpful for you! While Jesse tends to procrastinate when it comes to managing his email inbox, my strategy is pretty different because I cannot stand having a bunch of emails (either read or unread) in my inbox, and the little red icons on your phone that tell you how many emails that you need to tend to drive me crazy! If you're anything like me, then I am hoping that my four strategies will be helpful to you! (1) Unsubscribe mercilessly! (2) Use the delete button and the archive button to avoid clutter! (3) Fanatically set up filters! (4) Don't procrastinate; deal with emails as soon as possible! If you let your emails build up on the daily, then your inbox is going to quickly become a monster that will be very difficult to tame! Listen in to this episode to hear about how you can help tame that monster and even prevent it from ever getting that wild again! Email, after all, is supposed to be a productive tool, not a stressful monster! In This Episode: [0:32] – Today's topic is all about email and how to stay on top of it. [1:35] – I have probably processed millions of emails over the last fifteen or so years. [2:10] – Our daughter just started a new job! [4:57] – I share an email that I received about my book Love-Centered Parenting. [7:45] – Lean in and love your kids, and be grateful when they want to include you! [9:03] – I just recently finished reading The Woman with the Blue Star by Pam Jenoff. [11:59] – Jesse recently finished reading Andrew Huff's novel Right Cross. [14:53] – Find out what has been saving my life recently. [17:44] – Jesse talks about his recent trip. [19:35] – Our daughter recently went on a retreat for school which was coincidentally the same camp where Jesse stayed. [23:11] – Jesse's strategy of taking care of emails is deleting emails after their time sensitivity has expired. [25:30] – Unsubscribe from unhelpful email lists! [26:53] – Make use of the delete button and the archive button! [29:42] – Set up filters in your inbox! [32:56] – Deal with emails immediately! [35:57] – Set aside designated time to spend on processing emails. [36:45] – Use Unroll.Me and increments of fifteen minutes to process through especially saturated inboxes. [39:35] – Setting up these systems makes such a huge difference! Links and Resources: Crystal Paine Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter crystal@moneysavingmom.com Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group Love-Centered Parenting Completely Honest Experience with Impress Nails How I Prep Lettuce for a Week of Salads The Woman with the Blue Star by Pam Jenoff Right Cross by Andrew Huff Unroll.Me

Do you worry that you're messing up your kids? Do you get stressed when you think about their futures? New York Times bestselling author Crystal Paine knows how you feel. A mom of four, Crystal has struggled with anxiety over parenting. She wanted to parent with grace, instead of a system of rules where kids are expected to do all the right things. She wanted to be a safe place for her children, and she definitely didn't want to be remembered as the sort of mom who yelled, wounded her kids with words, or worse, cared more about her reputation than her kids' hearts. In this episode, Crystal shares the life-changing lessons that God has been teaching her about raising kids with love and grace. In this episode we discuss: ▫️The root of why we often feel so frustrated and irritated with our kids ▫️How to keep going when you want to give up ▫️How to stop parenting for your own approval and reputation ▫️The four most important choices you can make as a parent ▫️Help you get your kids to talk to you At a time when parenting is more complicated than ever, this is the message that will bring you freedom, hope, and healing. This week's love offering is to “let God's love pour through us to other people. I don't have anything to give unless I'm filling myself up with Him.” “Cram so much truth in that there is no space for lies. Then when someone bumps into you, God's love spills out.” Connect with Crystal: https://moneysavingmom.com

You probably know Crystal Paine best from her blog, books, and resources at The Money Saving Mom. Crystal has been a trusted help and friend to moms all over the world since 2007. In this interview, she's getting a bit more intimate and sharing the incredible partnering journey she's been on over the last several years. Crystal shares her infertility and foster care story, but she also shares how God met and taught her in a hard season with one of her children- and helped her move from performance-based parenting to parenting from a place of being loved.   She shares how to tackle the lie that your parenting isn't measuring up, how to replace those lies with truth, and how to do less correcting and more connecting with your children.

The stress and pressure of raising kids can make you question whether you are messing your kids up or setting them up for success when they “leave the nest”. Do you constantly ask yourself if your kids future is going to be everything it should be for them? If you can relate to either of these things, this episode is for you. Dr. Meg talks with the Money Saving Mom, Crystal Paine. Crystal is best-known for her blog and her podcast, The Crystal Paine Show, as well as being an author of several great books. In this conversation, Crystal shares the story of writing her latest book, Love Centered Parenting: The No-fail Guide to Launching Your Kids, and the struggles she and her husband went through with one of their children's anxiety problems that showed itself through bullying. What Crystal has learned through this journey can help you in any stage of your parenting journey, and this episode is full of encouragement to help you along the way. Also, do you have a question for Dr. Meeker? If so, email them to askmeg@megmeekermd.com and listen to future episodes to see if your question is answered in an “Ask Dr. Meg” feature episode!   WELCOME Dr. Meeker opens today's episode by introducing her guest, Crystal Paine, author of the book Love Centered Parenting: The No-fail Guide to Launching your Kids. She also teases her points to ponder that you can start using right away. Dr. Meeker also introduces her free webinar, When No Stops Working that you can find at meekerparenting.com!   A CONVERSATION WITH CRYSTAL PAINE (PART 1) Dr. Meeker talks with Crystal Paine, the Money Saving Mom, about how you can feel confident you are not messing up your kids as you navigate the journey of launching them into their future!   BREAK   A CONVERSATION WITH CRYSTAL PAINE (PART 2) Dr. Meeker talks with Crystal Paine, the Money Saving Mom, about how you can feel confident you are not messing up your kids as you navigate the journey of launching them into their future!     POINTS TO PONDER Dr. Meg gives you three points to ponder to help you on your journey to love centered parenting of your kids!   PARENT PEP RALLY   FROM THE PRODUCER Thanks for listening to Episode 136, Love Centered Parenting, and for helping Dr. Meg's parenting revolution reach over SIX MILLION downloads! Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes!   Get Social with Dr. Meg on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @MegMeekerMD   Have a parenting question? Write Dr. Meg at askmeg@megmeekermd.com and she could answer your question during the show or you can let us know what you'd like to hear about in a future episode!   Dr. Meg's parenting resources and tools are available at MeekerParenting.com/resources. Subscribe, rate, and leave a review for us on iTunes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm interviewing Crystal Paine, a New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, who is well-known as Money Saving Mom®. Crystal has penned a vulnerable new book, Love-Centered Parenting (March 2021), Love-Centered Parenting: The No-Fail Guide to Launching Your Kidswhere she shares candidly about the day she found out her child was a bully, was being expelled from school, depressed, and suicidal. Sitting in an emergency room with her husband and child, it felt like the world was crumbling around her and Crystal hit her all-time parenting low. That experience was the jarring, life-altering catalyst she needed to dig in and transform her parenting. Crystal shares the raw account of how she shifted her parenting focus and it transformed her entire family in the process.Let's jump in!Where to find Crystal and her book:Her book - Love Centered ParentingHer website: https://moneysavingmom.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySavingMomBIG NEWS!!! It's my favorite time of the year! The Inner Circle and 8-Week Parenting Program is OPEN!!Early bird ends tonight at midnight and the doors close this Friday!Check it out here: https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/inner-circle/

The statistics are slow in coming, but according to November 2020 findings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between April and October 2020, hospital emergency departments saw an increase in the total number of visits that were from kids for mental health needs. And while that is true and terribly tragic, statistics also show that anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide were already on the rise even before this global pandemic. One report from the ADAA (Anxiety & Depression Association of America) states that 1 in 20 kids struggle with mental health disorders each year. Today we hope to offer you some help. Our guest today is Crystal Paine. She's the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of “The Crystal Paine Show” podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Money-Making Mom. She's just released a new book, Love-Centered Parenting that is quite a departure from her normal offerings. But she's opening up about a very vulnerable piece in her family's story in order to help change that 1 in 20 statistic.

Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Crystal Paine, founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of “The Crystal Paine Show” podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Money-Making Mom talk about the struggle of being a parent while leading a successful business online and how to balance authenticity with privacy. They discuss what love-centered parenting really is, and how deep self-reflections on relationships over reputation can help us identify limiting beliefs and what is holding us back from peace.  

What’s holding you back from living your dreams? Could it be the lies that your head keeps telling you? Instead of being limited by those lies, learn how you can start putting them behind you and living out your calling with author Paul Angone. Paul has now written four books, each one dealing with the issues twenty and thirty somethings are constantly dealing with. His most recent book, 25 Lies Twentysomethings Need to Stop Believing, dives into the specific topic of the lies we tell ourselves and how they’re holding us back.  He starts the book off with an extremely compelling story. One night he helped a man stop from committing suicide simply by telling him that he was wanted here. A sense and feeling of belonging is a powerful thing. When it’s taken away terrible things follow.  Listen as we chat about the lies and how you can overcome them. The most important thing to remember is that you have to keep taking small steps toward your goals. Stop saying that you can’t do things and realize that there are steps you can take every day that will get you closer to the big dream.  We’re also chatting about society’s need to step into the awkward rather than run from it. So often these days we hide behind our phones when we don’t want to deal with the reality in front of us. But you could be missing out on huge opportunities.   In This Episode:  [00:33] Welcome to the show Paul Angone. [01:19] Learn more about Paul and why he’s so passionate about dispelling lies.  [04:09] How did he choose the 25 lies in his book and are there more?  [05:33] Learn more about the story that he opens up the book with.  [07:57] What does he mean that we have to “war for hope?”  [11:26] His advice for the person who is looking to make that first step into change. [14:38] How did he get to where he is today?  [18:57] Learn more about how he’s battled his own lies.  [22:32] How do we help the next generation to skip the belief in the lies?  [26:04] The awkward moments are when the beauty in life happens.   Links and Resources: Crystal Paine Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter crystal@moneysavingmom.com Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group Love Centered Parenting   25 Lies Twentysomethings Need to Stop Believing by Paul Angone Paul’s Website Paul on LinkedIn  Paul on Twitter Paul on Facebook Paul’s Books

There’s a trend going around on Instagram talking all about assumptions. I decided it’d be fun to see what kinds of assumptions our followers have about us and the family. I posted the question and the responses were very interesting.  First things first, these really didn’t seem like fact finding questions. They genuinely felt like, based on what we’ve posted, this is how people perceive us. Which is eye opening in some ways but still fun to address on the podcast.  The first assumption we chat about is whether or not Jesse gets nervous answering questions on the podcast. To be fair, Jesse has said many times that he’d rather not know what’s coming on the podcast, but sometimes he’d rather be prepared. So yes, sometimes he gets nervous but sometimes not.  Others assume that we never get loud with the kids. Not necessarily true. This is definitely something we’ve worked on over the years, but we’re human and sometimes find ourselves failing in the moment. We do try not to lead in anger however.  You all had a ton of assumptions about us and the family. Which in many ways makes me feel like I haven’t shown enough real behind the scenes moments. There is a reason for that though. In many ways, our journey is very much the story of our children and it’s not our place to put their business out on the internet.  We do try to be as transparent about our thoughts, beliefs and actions, but we refuse to overshare our kid’s lives. I’m excited about the responses we received. I hope we debunked some of the assumptions and clarified others.  What assumptions do you have about us and our family?    In This Episode:  [00:33] We are tackling your assumptions as noted on the ‘Gram.  [02:45] Are these assumptions or just questions people want more information on?  [03:23] Does Jesse get nervous answering questions on the podcast?  [04:16] Someone assumes that Jesse and I never yell or get loud with the kids.  [05:59] Is our family extremely close and always together?  [08:39] We actually do have a pet. A hedgehog.  [10:30] Is it really assumed that we’re a fun couple?  [11:20] Another follower assumes that we’re gun enthusiasts.  [12:53] We did not meet at a Christian college.  [13:53] We definitely have our fighting moments.  [16:40] One person thinks we’re a lot more wild and crazy than we let on.  [18:45] Believe it or not, we’re definitely not perfect.  [21:14] Another assumption is that we expect our kids to follow the lifestyle we were brought up in.  [23:31] Jesse is definitely not more of a clean freak than I am.  [25:45] We definitely tease and bicker. Plus learn which of us is quieter than the other.  [30:08] Do we eat a ton of ice cream or dessert?  [31:36] Plus a few random things about food, our first kiss, and whether or not we curse.  [34:18] TV is not a big thing in our house.  [36:01] Multiple people have assumptions on who wears the pants in the family.    Links and Resources: Crystal Paine Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter crystal@moneysavingmom.com Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group Love Centered Parenting

These show notes are going to be GOLD for you today! Crystal wraps up her last interview with us by sharing a huge list of tips for cramming as much of God's word into your mind as possible.  Check those resources out below!Daily Light, Morning & Evening Edition by Samuel BagsterShe Reads Truth & He Reads Truth daily reading plansYouVersion Bible AppBible GatewayFirst 5 AppLearn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Centered Parenting.Listen to The Crystal Paine Show.D o // n o t // c o n f o r mt o // t h e // p a t t e r n o f // t h i s // w o r l db u t // b e // t r a n s f o r m e db y // t h e // r e n e w i n g  o f // y o u r // m i n d . T h e n // y o u // w i l l b e // a b l e // t o  // t e s t   a n d //  a p p r o v e  // w h a t G o d ’ s // w i l l // i s — h i s // g o o d // p l e a s i n ga n d // p e r f e c t // w i l l .R O M A N S // 12 // 2Support the show (https://dwelldifferently.com/products/new-dwell-monthly-membership)

Welcome back! This week we are talking with Crystal Paine about parenting from a place of peace, her new book and the meeting our kids where they are. Crystal Paine is the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of “The Crystal Paine Show” podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Money-Making Mom. Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. In this episode we talk about: Crystal's journey from rule-based parenting to love-centered parenting How has Love Centered Parenting has transformed her relationships with her kids and her husband The difference of rules-based parenting vs. relationship-based parenting Why sheltering our kids does more harm than good Why do you think perfectionism is so damaging in parenting Links to great things we discussed: Pick up a copy of Crystal's book : Love-centered Parenting: The No-fail Guide to Launching Your Kids To learn more about Crystal, please visit her website MoneySavingMom.com Thank you for joining me this week on the Thrive: Mental Health and the Art of Living Free. Make sure to visit my website where you can subscribe to the show notes. Also, subscribe to wherever you listen to your podcasts so you never miss a show. Hey, while you're at it, help me out by adding some stars to the rating and tell a friend about the show. Melissa

We don't want to give all the good stuff from today's episode away... but here's one of our favorite tidbits.During our chat, Crystal mentions that she often thinks of the question, " How would 'loved me' live?".  Pushing out the lies, and leaning into the truth that you are loved by God; how would that impact your life? Renewing our minds with scriptural truth makes all the difference.Learn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Centered Parenting.Listen to The Crystal Paine Show.D o // n o t // c o n f o r mt o // t h e // p a t t e r n o f // t h i s // w o r l db u t // b e // t r a n s f o r m e db y // t h e // r e n e w i n g  o f // y o u r // m i n d . T h e n // y o u // w i l l b e // a b l e // t o  // t e s t   a n d //  a p p r o v e  // w h a t G o d ’ s // w i l l // i s — h i s // g o o d // p l e a s i n ga n d // p e r f e c t // w i l l .R O M A N S // 12 // 2Support the show (https://dwelldifferently.com/products/new-dwell-monthly-membership)

On today’s episode, we’re talking with New York Times bestselling author, Crystal Paine, founder of MoneySavingMom.com and host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast. As a mom of four, Crystal shares her struggle with anxiety over parenting, navigating her child’s struggle with suicide, and how she learned a better way forward. Crystal shares the four tools she discovered to parent from a place of love and wholeness rather that a place of striving for success. Pull up a chair and join us, this is a great one! Listen in.   Links Mentioned: Crystal's Website Crystal's Instagram  Crystal's New Book: Love Centered Parenting   Music featured in this episode: Casey Darnell, Moments Connect with Chris & Jenni: https://letsliveitwell.com https://www.instagram.com/chrisgraebe/ https://www.instagram.com/jennigraebe/ https://www.instagram.com/letsliveitwell/

Have you ever felt like you’ve failed as a parent? I’m sure this is something every parent feels at some point. Linda and I are sitting down with Money Saving Mom, Crystal Paine, to discuss her new book Love-Centered Parenting. She shares with us the no-fail secret to launching your kids. And, how you too can parent with grace through love-centered parenting! Links Mentioned: • Money Saving Mom - https://moneysavingmom.com • Love-Centered Parenting - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08CJDSY12/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 • My Sabbatical Year - https://seedtime.com/why-sabbatical-year (Please note: links mentioned may be affiliate links which help us support our podcast and website. Thanks for your support!) These are a few of the topics we cover: • Relying On God And Walking In Faith • Choosing Your Priorities: Providing Vs. Parenting • What Is Your Job As A Parent? • How To Love A Child Right Where They’re At • Why Christians Should Be Intentional With Their Finances
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Jenn is so happy to welcome Crystal Paine to Coming Alive Conversations today.    She is the founder of moneysavingmom.com and the author of several books.   Mentioned in this episode: Love Centered Mom by Crystal Paine Money Making Mom by Crystal Paine   Connect with Crystal: Instagram~ Facebook~ Website   Connect with Jenn: Instagram ~ Facebook ~ Website DONATE to Coming Alive Ministries

Ready to meet our May Featured Guest? Let us introduce you to Crystal Paine!  Crystal is a wife, mom, speaker, author, and online entrepreneur.  You may know her as The Money Saving Mom, or as the author of Love Centered Parenting.  Today we're talking about our verse, Romans 12:2, and how the discernment of God's will has played out in Crystal's life over the past few years.  Thanks for listening!Learn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Centered Parenting.Listen to The Crystal Paine Show.D o // n o t // c o n f o r mt o // t h e // p a t t e r n o f // t h i s // w o r l db u t // b e // t r a n s f o r m e db y // t h e // r e n e w i n g  o f // y o u r // m i n d . T h e n // y o u // w i l l b e // a b l e // t o  // t e s t   a n d //  a p p r o v e  // w h a t G o d ’ s // w i l l // i s — h i s // g o o d // p l e a s i n ga n d // p e r f e c t // w i l l .R O M A N S // 12 // 2Support the show (https://dwelldifferently.com/products/new-dwell-monthly-membership)

I realized recently that I have done over 60 podcast interviews on other shows since mid-February, but we haven’t really talked about Love-Centered Parenting on our own. We’re fixing that today! I used to be the parent who constantly felt the burden of raising well-behaved children who always make good choices. Their choices were a direct reflection of my parenting skills and as such I had to be sure that they always did what was right.  That burden seemed so unbelievably heavy though and it didn’t feel like a weight that I could bear. So I started praying to the Lord about these feelings and what I found and what He showed me was so liberating.  You see, if you are the one responsible for your children’s choices, then you’re also the one responsible for saving them. That simply isn’t true. It is not your job to make your children good people. It is your job to model good behavior and model God’s love and allow them to make their own choices and decisions.  Listen as we chat about the four pillars of the book and why I truly believe that when you lean in with love, listen well, react in humility, and let go, you are giving your children the tools they need to make the right choices in life. You can’t make their decisions for them, but you can help them understand the difference between good and bad.    In This Episode:  [00:33] We are chatting all about Love-Centered Parenting today! [01:51] Having an emergency fund is saving our lives this week.  [04:39] Getting a second quote saved our lives too since it was significantly less than the first one.  [06:33] Jesse is still reading the same book as last week. I’ve been participating in The Bible Project and it has been fantastic.  [10:17] I’m digging deep into the content of Love-Centered Parenting today. [11:55] We cannot save our kids so we need to stop carrying that burden around.  [13:08] It is not our job as parents to make our kids make good choices.  [14:10] The four choices parents should make and the entire premise of the book.  [15:01] Jesse’s thoughts on “leaning in and loving.”  [17:07] Is there pride, fear, or selfishness at the root of your reaction to your kids’ behavior?  [18:25] Why you need to listen well.  [21:26] Finding the root cause of behavior is very important.  [22:49] It’s also important to lead with humility.  [25:51] Last but not least, we have to just let go. [27:31] Why this really is the no-fail guide to parenting.    Links and Resources: Crystal Paine Crystal Paine on Instagram Crystal Paine on Twitter crystal@moneysavingmom.com Money Saving Mom Money Saving Mom on Facebook Money Saving Mom Deal Seekers Facebook group Love Centered Parenting   The Bible Project

This conversation is about so much more than parenting! It’s about the heart. It’s about finding freedom from the swirl of lies going on in your heart and your mind. It’s about replacing those lies with truth and finding clarity in who God is and how He sees you. Crystal Paine is a mom of 4, a foster mom, a New York Times Best Selling Author, and the successful business woman behind themoneysavingmom! Phew! But a few years ago she found herself in a parenting crisis when one of her kids nearly got expelled from school and became suicidal. Something had to change. Something had to get fixed. Crystal wanted the 3-step plan and instead, she found that she was the one being healed. She had been parenting from a place of performance, not love. Her own heart needed to be loved by God before she could begin to love her kids in a way that would heal them. If this deeply resonated with you, check out my free Lies vs Truth download. Or for a deeper dive, why not start the healing journey of your own heart through my course Tangled. It’s a 6-week program to take you through the healing of your heart. And if you want some ready-for-you bedtime prayers to begin speaking life and truth over your kids at bedtime, grab my free Bedtime Prayers Resource!

How to Love Yourself the Right Way with Crystal Paine   0:56 Why Loving Yourself Doesn't Have to be Selfish 12:28 Become a Great Parent with Crystal Paine 29:56 Love Others (as Yourself) Resources Christy's Devotional - Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to YouGet back to you with my brand-new devotional, Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to You. It will help you break through the busyness of life and build the confidence you need to embrace the person you want to be. https://bit.ly/3lSgtWJ   Christy's 5-Day Confidence BoostSign up for my free 5-Day Confidence Boost. You'll receive five days of encouragement focused on helping you become a more confident you! https://bit.ly/3u0BroT     On this episode, we're talking about why you should love yourself. (I know some of you will disagree with me on this, which is why I want you to tune in!) I'll also talk to my friend Crystal Paine about her new book, Love-Centered Parenting, and how we can love ourselves while loving our kids. And we'll close today's show with a few journal questions.   Why Loving Yourself Doesn't Have to be Selfish Some of you are already mad at me for bringing this up. As Christians, we're not supposed to love ourselves, right? Here are three reasons why self-love is actually a good thing.   Become a Great Parent with Crystal Paine You can't offer something you don't have. So, if you're not receiving the love of your heavenly father, how can you give love to others? In today's interview, Crystal Paine-author, speaker and entrepreneur-talks about her new book, Love-Centered Parenting, and why loving our kids well starts with letting God love us.   Love Others (as Yourself) "The most important [commandment]," answered Jesus, "is this . . . 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.' The second is this: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these." Mark 12:29-31 (NIV)   When Jesus says to "love your neighbor as yourself," he's implying that we already do love ourselves. It's our gut instinct to love and protect and take care of ourselves, so we should have that same level of care for the people around us. Let's unpack this idea with a few journal questions: Who's someone you love? Describe your love for that person. Be honest: What do you think about yourself? Why is it hard for you to love yourself?

Everything we talked about in this episode can be found here: https://www.buildyourbestfamily.com/podcast/episode-128

We're shifting gears this week and talking about parenting! I don't usually cover parenting here on the show, so I invited my good friend Crystal Paine to join me.   Now, you may know her as the Money Saving Mom, but her message goes beyond good deals at the grocery store. And I'm so glad she's with us today to talk about what it's like to be vulnerable, especially when it comes to parenting our children.    We dive into love-centered parenting, mom guilt, and what happens when we let our kids make mistakes. She also talks about her latest book and the hard-won lessons she's taken away from shifting from results-based parenting to a love-centered model of raising her kids.   You're going to want to stay until the end of this episode, friends! Tune in to hear: Crystal's journey with one of her children, who was experiencing depression and suicidal thoughts How our mental, physical and spiritual health affect our parenting styles and choices Practical tips for productive communication with your kids and how to ask for (and accept!) their feedback     Favorite quotes:   1. When we cram truth in and we continue to call out the lie and  replace it with truth, it rewires our brain. Like scripture talks about renewing our mind, it's that rewiring of the way that we've always thought that allows us to renew instead of walking in lies and letting those lies be what we lead with. It allows us to have freedom and to walk in truth, and then to live out of that truth.2. Are the words that you are saying to yourself, about yourself and letting just kind of swirl around in your brain, are those words that you would say to other people?   3. Our kids are paying attention to that life we're living before them. And that's probably going to be the most powerful sermon we are ever going to preach to them.   4. Ultimately, I want to be able to send my kids out as adults, not dependent children. And so if I'm going to do that, I have to let go and not just create all these rules in order to protect them from never getting hurt, never having to make choices and never making mistakes.   5. How we interact with our kids affects how they view God.   In this episode I answer this business question:   Would you rather have in your team a nice fool or a reliable jerk?  (40:01)   Great things we discussed: 1. Crystal Paine: The Money Saving Mom & On Instagram @TheMoneySavingMom2. Love-Centered Parenting  3. Graves Into Gardens 4. Off The Clock5. We Were The Lucky Ones6. Laura Vanderkam's Track Your Time 7. The Lord Of The Rings   8. God Of Israel   9. Standing Strong     Hope you loved this episode! Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :)   xo, Alli   www.alliworthington.com/crystalpaine/

Crystal Paine, also known as The Money Saving Mom, joins us on the allmomdoes Podcast episode #167! Her new book is Love Centered Parenting and you are going to want to listen to this conversation and then pick up a copy of that book to remind you how to parent with love and grace. If you are worried you've been messing your kids up or struggling with anxiety over your parenting decisions we know how you feel. Wisdom and practical advice you can apply to your parenting today! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3trNgEH

I have a former guest visiting the show today, and it's Crystal Paine.Crystal Paine is the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of “The Crystal Paine Show” podcast, New York Times bestselling author of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, and author of Money-Making Mom. Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and kids in the Nashville, Tennessee area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the Gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time! Show Notes:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySavingMom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moneysavingmom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/msmblog/_created/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/moneysavingmom Website: https://moneysavingmom.com New Book - Love-Centered Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Centered-Parenting-No-Fail-Guide-Launching/dp/0764237225 This Show is Sponsored by... Bulldog Yoga Online! It's no secret that we are all juggling a lot these days…jobs, families, budgets, not to mention the emotional baggage of the last year. It's also been tough for kids with the wacky school schedules , etc. We've all heard and read about the amazing benefits of yoga – increased strength, better flexibility, improved mental focus, etc. BUT, many of us have tried yoga and never gone back, or have been afraid to try, because of how intimidating the experience can be. Enter Bulldog Yoga….Bulldog Yoga Online is about taking the intimidation out of yoga and replacing it with music, smiles and no judgment. And, Bulldog's streaming online classes are available on demand – any time, any place – on YOUR schedule. Bulldog even offers classes for kids and teens so you can get your bulldog on and get moving with the whole family! There are choices for all levels, from beginner classes to heart-pumping workouts. And, there are tons of class length options to fit your schedule — classes range from 12 to 60 minutes. Try your first 30 days for FREE at bulldogonline.com. Use the code EEP for an additional 50% off your first paid month! And… Pipette is a clean baby and mom care brand with a mission to give every family the best start. Any parent wants what's best for their children, and that includes using only the safest products on their delicate skin. Pipette has quickly become a customer-favorite for its ultra-gentle baby lotions, oils and washes – and right now, you can score 30% off its entire collection of personal care items. Pipette's products are also EWG verified, vegan, hypoallergenic, sustainable, pediatrician and dermatologist approved. All of Pipette's products are made with a key ingredient: Squalane. When babies are born, their skin is coated with a creamy substance called the vernix, which provides powerful natural protection for newborns in the first few hours after birth. The vernix is rich with ultra-hydrating molecule squalene, and has a nourishing, waterproofing effect on baby's skin. That squalene is your baby's built-in moisturizer, and is key to keeping skin safe. Visit pipettebaby.com and get 30% off with code: [EMP].

Today's guest is Crystal Paine, founder of the wildly popular MoneySavingMom.com, host of "The Crystal Paine Show" podcast, New York Times bestselling author, occasional Foster Mom, and Mama to 4 bio kids. Although Crystal has written a couple books, her new book, Love-Centered Parenting: The No Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids, is her first parenting book and we are thrilled to have her share some insight on the journey of parenting in this episode. You will find Crystal's honesty, conversational style, and tried-and-true methods to be balm to your weary soul. At a time when parents are more fragile than ever, this message offers hope, freedom, and rest for the discouraged. Crystal talks about the day she found out her kid was a bully, leading with humility, and why letting go of what others think is so powerful as a parent. If you've been in the trenches as a parent lately, this one's for you. Cool Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Crystal Paine / Money Saving Mom on Instagram Love-Centered Parenting Book Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Website The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

Today's guest is Crystal Paine, founder of the wildly popular MoneySavingMom.com, host of "The Crystal Paine Show" podcast, New York Times bestselling author, occasional Foster Mom, and Mama to 4 bio kids. Although Crystal has written a couple books, her new book, Love-Centered Parenting: The No Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids, is her first parenting book and we are thrilled to have her share some insight on the journey of parenting in this episode. You will find Crystal's honesty, conversational style, and tried-and-true methods to be balm to your weary soul. At a time when parents are more fragile than ever, this message offers hope, freedom, and rest for the discouraged. Crystal talks about the day she found out her kid was a bully, leading with humility, and why letting go of what others think is so powerful as a parent. If you've been in the trenches as a parent lately, this one's for you. Cool Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Crystal Paine / Money Saving Mom on Instagram Love-Centered Parenting Book Connect with Us! Connect with Susannah: Instagram The 5 to 8 Shift Podcast Community on Facebook The 5 to 8 Shift Website The 5 to 8 Shift Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/susannah-mcmonagle/message

Our friend Crystal Paine doesn't just help us save money. Now, she's helping us save TIME…something that we all need more of! We loved getting to have her back on the podcast and hear her insights on the 4 steps to simpler living and a whole lot more!. . . . .The Time-Saving MomIf you loved this episode, here is our previous Raising Boys and Girls episode with Crystal Paine.Episode 51: Love Centered Parenting and Foster Care. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.