Podcasts about Parenting

This week's Ask Me Anything tackles real questions about fatherhood, marriage, friendship, faith, addiction, parenting, and personal responsibility. Ryan and Kipp discuss why becoming a first-time father can feel more frightening than exciting, how to reconnect with an emotionally absent father, and how to take surface-level friendships deeper. They also explore balancing work and family, finding your way back to faith, essential backcountry gear, recovering after an alcohol relapse, and navigating a teenage son's growing independence. Along the way, they share practical frameworks for turning fear into action, building trust, creating deeper relationships, and leading without relying on force or rescue. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Opening and War Room discussion 02:09 Selling through value instead of pressure 06:25 War Room September session 07:23 Wholesome segment: wealth, capitalism and medical innovation 12:32 First-time fatherhood fears 17:04 Reconnecting with an emotionally absent father 22:42 Taking male friendships deeper 28:00 Balancing providing and being present at home 35:41 Finding your way back to faith 42:59 Essential backcountry gear 48:43 Relapsing after sobriety 54:00 Parenting a teenager who is pulling away 59:45 War Room call to action   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Join Mary Holland Nader as she explores her curiosity and passion for how psychology, habits, and real-life behaviors shape how we earn and spend. Through thoughtful conversations with experts, professionals, and her friends - plus behind-the-scenes insights from her own life as an investment manager, founder, and reality personality - each episode will deliver practical, doable shifts that make financial wellness feel less overwhelming and more human.Listen HERE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There is a wall between you and your feelings. A wall between you and your family. It's time for it to come down.

Emily Calandrelli (more widely known as Space Gal) grew up in Morgantown, West Virginia, with no scientists or engineers in her orbit. She chose engineering for the paycheck, discovered a love of science communication along the way, and eventually became the first woman in the country to solo-host a national science show. On this episode of She Pivots, Emily talks about pitching adult science shows for a decade only to hear that networks didn't think their male-dominated audiences would relate to a female host; pivoting to create Emily's Wonder Lab (the Netflix show that made her a household name to millions of parents and kids); and turning the show's cancellation into two bestselling books and a thriving YouTube channel. She also opens up about announcing her second pregnancy via a weather balloon at the edge of space, fighting for a federal law after being humiliated by TSA over breast milk ice packs, and why she's finally letting herself scale back with baby number three. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to She Pivots 01:44 Emily Calandrelli: The Space Gal 03:16 Navigating Academic Challenges 05:16 The Power of Progress Over Perfection 18:18 The Unexpected Path to TV Hosting 25:11 Breaking Barriers in Science TV 32:21 Balancing Career and Motherhood 33:55 The Cancellation of Emily's Wonder Lab 35:52 Balancing The Work 40:33 Parenting as a Scientific Experiment 45:28 Low Point to Launch 48:35 Closing Thoughts 49:37 Podcast Credits Keep up with Emily on Instagram @thespacegal, on YouTube @EmilysScienceLab, and on her website at www.thespacegal.com Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iHeart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What happens when Christian parents become so focused on connection, affirmation, and keeping the peace that they stop leading their children? In this episode of Abraham's Wallet, Steven Manuel and Mark Parrett examine the rise of gentle parenting and ask a difficult question: Can an emphasis on connection and emotional safety actually become a form of parental passivity? Steve and Mark explore what biblical leadership looks like in the home—and why loving your children doesn't mean avoiding boundaries, correction, discomfort, or authority. They discuss the difference between invitation and challenge: building deep relationships with your children while still being willing to direct them, correct them, and hold the line when necessary. The conversation connects modern parenting culture to the biblical example of Adam's passivity in the Garden of Eden and Abraham's calling to command his household to follow the way of the Lord. The goal isn't authoritarian parenting or harsh discipline. It's a form of fatherhood that combines warmth with strength and prepares children to become responsible adults, faithful Christians, and future leaders of their own families. Steve and Mark also get practical, discussing screen limits, bedtimes, curfews, sleepovers, technology, financial responsibility, correcting disrespect and dishonesty, allowing children to experience failure, and how a father's unwillingness to lead can affect his marriage. Ultimately, this episode is about more than parenting techniques. It's about family leadership, biblical authority, resilience, and building a multi-generational legacy that can withstand the pressures of modern culture. In this episode: • The rise of gentle parenting • Christian parenting vs. cultural parenting trends • Why connection alone isn't enough • Invitation and challenge in parenting • Biblical leadership in the home • Adam's passivity in Genesis 3 • Abraham's example of leading his household • Setting healthy boundaries with children • Discipline without harshness or authoritarianism • Why children may actually feel more secure when parents lead • Screen time, technology, bedtimes, and curfews • Teaching children financial responsibility • Correcting disrespect, dishonesty, and bad character • Allowing children to fail while still providing leadership • How parental passivity can affect marriage • Building family identity and generational legacy • Raising resilient Christian children • The Parenthood Primer • Growing Kids God's Way Resources mentioned in this episode: The Parenthood Primer View The Parenthood Primer on Amazon Chapters (00:00:01) - What Adam's Passivity in the Home(00:00:54) - Abraham's Wallet: How to Lead Your Home(00:02:07) - Let's Talk Fafo Parenting(00:06:17) - What Is Gentle Parenting?(00:09:44) - Strict Curfews(00:19:17) - How to Prevent Passivity in Parenting(00:24:38) - How Passive Parents Can Be a temptation(00:30:19) - 7 Rules for Parenting in the Teenage Years(00:33:52) - Pre-Parental Counseling Workbook(00:35:06) - Coming soon: Trust God's Design for the FamilyHelp us equip more biblical bosses!: https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

In this Blue Sky conversation, host Bill Burke sits down with Melissa Connelly, CEO of OneGoal, a national organization working to ensure every young person can pursue education beyond high school. Melissa's path to this work started long before her career in education. Raised by a single mother on the south and southwest sides of Chicago, she missed more than 60 days of school in eighth grade and landed in her high school's truancy program, a labeling experience that nearly derailed her future.  That changed when a school social worker, Ms. Jeter, taught her how to advocate for herself and get back on track. Melissa shares the highs and lows that followed, including a heartbreaking moment arriving in New York for her freshman year at NYU without enough cash for a cab, and the winding five year, five school path she eventually took to earn her degree.  Today, Melissa channels that experience into OneGoal, which partners with more than 300 schools to support around 14,000 students a year, and now trains school districts directly to build advising into their core curriculum rather than treating it as an afterthought. She and Bill discuss:  Why the average student receives just 38 minutes of college advising in high school  OneGoal's "momentum theory" and why getting a student enrolled isn't enough, they need support through their first year of college too  The idea of "occupational identity" and helping students connect who they are to what they want to contribute to the world  Parenting her own two teenagers through the college process, and what her son's experience taught her about how rarely students are truly seen in school  Why she believes nonprofits should be working to put themselves out of business  The concept of "triggers and glimmers," and why she chooses to look for the bright spots even on hard days  Melissa's story is a powerful reminder that one caring adult can change the entire trajectory of a young person's life, and that optimism, even when it's called "hokey," is a discipline worth practicing.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Blue Sky 02:22 Melissa's Early Life and Adversity 08:31 Navigating Higher Education Barriers 13:21 The Mission of OneGoal 21:02 Scaling and Systemic Change 26:01 Ensuring Momentum After High School 33:17 Humanizing the Educational Experience 36:47 Parenting and Educational Policy 46:25 Finding Glimmers and Looking Forward 

“Kids Who Are the Product of a Dismissive Not Very Involved Mother”- Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need!  Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Twelve weeks of parental leave. Then you're back at your desk, wondering why it feels so hard. Today we're posting an episode from Rattled, our podcast for parents of newborns and babies, because it's about something everybody experiences. It's the final part of our three-part series with Care.com on finding care for your baby, and it's about a transition nobody preps you for: going back to work. Dr. Becky sits down with Lauren Smith Brody, journalist and author of The Fifth Trimester, who's interviewed hundreds of working moms about this exact moment (and lived it herself). Lauren calls her own first day back "the second cutting of the cord." She's got names for feelings you didn't know had names: benevolent discrimination, gatekeeping, the 0.5x version of yourself who has to show up the second you walk through your front door. They also get practical: how to turn decisions into systems before decision fatigue wrecks your evening, what a "ramp up" program actually looks like, and why mom guilt is, in Lauren's words, "a sexist, classist social construct" you can solve for like a math problem. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Care.com. Find background-checked nannies, sitters, and daycares at Care.com, and use code BECKY35 for 35% off your membership. * Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Pampers Easy Ups: Start your potty training journey with Peppa Pig Pampers Easy Ups Airbnb: Host your home or book your next stay on Airbnb LMNT: Get a free gift with your purchase at drinkLMNT.com/goodinside Oso & Me: Use the code OSOGOOD15 for 15% off clothes newborn through age ten Care.com: For a limited time, you can use the code BECKY35 to save 35% on a Care.com Premium Membership.* *Offer applies to initial term of Care.com membership subscriptions. Not applicable to add-on features or non-renewing access fees or services. Expires 10/31/26. Care.com does not employ or place any caregiver. Background checks are an important start, but they have limits. Visit www.care.com/safety. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila hosted brain coach Jim Kwik to break down practical strategies for improving memory, focus, motivation, learning, and brain health while using AI and technology without losing the skills that make us human.⁣⁣Connect with Jim - ⁣https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@JimKwik⁣Buy his book here - https://limitlessdaily.com/⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters: ⁣00:00 - President Clinton Memory Story⁣00:19 - AI Study & Motivation Formula⁣00:41 - Jim Kwik's Origin Story⁣15:01 - Meeting President Clinton⁣16:24 - How to Remember Names⁣24:48 - Brain Types & Parenting⁣30:03 - Reading vs. Listening⁣31:44 - Create, Consume, Clear⁣35:00 - Mind Before Media⁣45:03 - Taking Personal Agency⁣46:39 - Designing Better Habits⁣47:21 - Questions, Focus & Discomfort⁣1:00:06 - Emotional Control & Presence⁣1:01:16 - Courage & Regret⁣1:10:01 - Identity & Taking Action⁣1:15:06 - Faith, Prayer & Gratitude⁣1:19:18 - Human Intelligence vs. AI⁣1:24:45 - Focus & Procrastination⁣1:30:09 - Brain Health Basics⁣1:31:20 - Small Simple Steps⁣1:36:18 - Put It Into Action

It's Date Night! We're back in our home and Sonny is back to school tomorrow!! We're talking back-to-school August chaos, upcoming travel, our latest house projects, my hernia surgery, ideas for Timmy's 45th birthday, and Timmy being the new assistant football coach. Plus all the Date Night usuals, airing of grievances, and a little lesson in trusting yourself. Love you guys!Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wish God would just TELL you what to do? Today, Karen and Emily tackle parenting decisions that don't have a clear right or wrong answer; from kindergarten readiness and family size to going back to work and navigating technology at school. If you're facing a parenting dilemma, we hope this episode helps you pray, trust God's guidance, and move forward with confidence. Episode Recap:SOAR is only one month away! Sign up today (2:00)Should I redshirt my Kindergartener? (2:40)How do you know when you are done having kids? (5:39)Is there a time that it's wise to stop having kids? (7:20)How do I know if it's time to go back to work or if I should continue staying home? (10:44)I'm frustrated about the amount of technology my young child is using at school (14:58)Practical capability exercises for each age group (18:00)Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV) “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”Discussion Questions:Is there a parenting decision you are wrestling with right now?What influences your decisions most: fear, opinions, practicality, or prayer?How can you invite God into a decision you're facing?What parenting decision once felt huge but seems much smaller in hindsight?Resources:Use code WT20 to get $20 off SOAR registration today! Reach out to have Karen come speak in your community.Become a WT+ Insider this month and get an exclusive SOAR discount! Want More of This Conversation?Wire Talk+ moms will hear Karen share some of the parenting decisions that kept her up at night! Become an Insider today to hear more from Sissy and help us reach our goal of 400 subscribers this year! 

Leslie Priscilla, the founder of Latinx Parenting, returns to talk all about her new book Chancla and share some of the parenting insights she's learned since the last time she joined us on the show. As the mother of three bi-cultural children, Leslie is passionate about culturally informed parenting and helping nurture families through academic and ancestral knowledge. Today, we explore healthy discipline, reparenting ourselves, and changing the narrative on parenting in the Latinx community.   Learn more about Leslie and pre-order her book here  Super Mamás  IG: @_supermamas  Facebook: Super Mamás  Twitter: @_supermamas   Website: http://supermamas.com/    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whoever you are, whatever you do, you can be someone your kids respect, someone they can be proud of.

Tokyo-born Lisa Katayama took her parenting techniques with her to Northern California and found that what Japanese culture had to offer was quite useful when it came to raising kids. We discussed the pain points of parenting, how she puts her ideas into practice, and how she pulled off writing a book in the midst of all of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Classical Christian education often talks about forming students to love what is true, good, and beautiful. But how does that formation actually happen? In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens is joined by author, educator, and podcaster Heidi White to explore the formative power of stories. Heidi shares how literature shaped her own life and explains why great books do far more than communicate ideas or teach moral lessons. They awaken desire, give children models worthy of imitation, and help them wrestle with some of the deepest questions of what it means to be human. Drawing from her book The Divided Soul: Duty and Desire in Literature and Life, Heidi explores the tension between what we want and what we know we ought to do, and how that struggle appears again and again in great literature, Scripture, and our own lives. Davies and Heidi also get practical about reading with children. How much should parents explain? Should we protect children from darker moments in stories? And how can we ask questions that invite genuine thought rather than turning every book into another moral lesson? This conversation is an invitation to see education differently: not simply as the transfer of information, but as the formation of loves, desires, imagination, and ultimately, the human soul. Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible: Wisdom and EloquenceThe Herzog FoundationLife ArchitectsWisephone by TechlessZipCast Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Does God really have expectations for your sleep? Can sin keep your family from sleeping as you should? Join AMBrewster to learn what the Bible says about your sleep.Truth.Love.Parent. is a podcast of Truth.Love.Family., an Evermind Ministry.Action Steps Purchase “Quit: how to stop family strife for good.” https://amzn.to/40haxLz Support our 501(c)(3) by becoming a TLP Friend! https://www.truthloveparent.com/donate.html Download the Evermind App. https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683 Use the promo code EVERMIND at MyPillow.com. https://www.mypillow.com/evermind  Discover the following episodes by clicking the titles or navigating to the episode in your app: Biblical Families https://www.truthloveparent.com/biblical-families.html  Celebrating God with Your Rest https://www.truthloveparent.com/celebrating-god-with-your-rest-series.html   Celebrating God with Your Food https://www.truthloveparent.com/the-celebration-of-god-blog/cog-109-celebrating-god-with-your-food Click here for Today's episode notes, resources, and transcript: https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-646-Sleep-your-family-part-2-gods-expectationsDownload the Evermind App! https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthLoveParent/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.love.parent/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthLoveParentFollow AMBrewster on Facebook: https://fb.me/TheAMBrewsterFollow AMBrewster on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrewsterhome/Follow AMBrewster on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMBrewsterPin us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TruthLoveParent/Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTHV-6sMt4p2KVSeLD-DbcwClick here for more of our social media accounts: https://www.truthloveparent.com/presskit.htmlNeed some help? Write to us at Counselor@TruthLoveParent.com.

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What would you do if someone asked you whether saving one child from online grooming would be worth sharing your most painful experiences? Fareedah Shaheed faced that exact question, and her answer transformed not just her life, but the lives of thousands of families navigating digital safety. As a cybersecurity expert who survived online grooming as a child, Fareedah brings a perspective that's both deeply personal and professionally grounded in nearly a decade of threat intelligence work. Her journey from victim to leading voice in internet safety wasn't planned-it emerged through conversations with desperate parents who recognized something unique in her approach.In this milestone 200th episode, Fareedah reveals the four pillars of her signature SAFE method that's helping families stay ahead of evolving digital threats, including AI-powered grooming tactics that didn't exist two years ago. She shares the warning signs most parents miss, why disconnection from offline activities signals danger, and how protecting your child starts with healing your own inner child. You'll discover why creating safe spaces isn't just about monitoring devices-it's about building relationships where children feel comfortable sharing what's really happening in their digital world, even when AI chatbots are offering the quick, judgment-free responses they crave.Want to grow your podcast, land more guest appearances, and save hours every week? The Podcast Growth Partner helps podcasters, guests, and podcast teams create stronger content, prepare smarter, and grow strategically.Start your free 3-day trial: PodcastGrowthPartner.comWant personalized podcast strategy support? Book a free clarity call: MeetwithOlivia.me Connect with Olivia Atkin & Achieving Success:Website: Achieving-Success.comFacebook Community: The Podcaster's Powerhouse Community For Business OwnersFacebook: Olivia Atkin | Achieving SuccessLinkedIn: Olivia Atkin | Achieving SuccessInstagram: @_achievingsuccessConnect with Fareedah Shaheed: Website: www.cyberfareedah.comEmail: ceo@sekuva.comPhone: (202) 695-3246 LinkedIn: fareedahshaheedYouTube: @CyberFareedahInstagram: cyberfareedahBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/achieving-success-with-olivia-atkin--5743662/support.

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome.Joining me is Craig Barra, here to share his insights and offer guidance as we navigate Frank, Fun, and Firm Parenting.What You'll Learn:In this episode, Craig Barra gets real about what it takes to raise confident, grounded, and emotionally healthy children in a world that is pulling them in every direction. He will explore how to strike the delicate balance between being a parent your child can laugh with and one they deeply respect, why being frank and honest with our kids builds trust rather than breaking it, and how holding firm boundaries with love and consistency is one of the greatest gifts we can give the children in our care. A refreshing and practical conversation for every parent who wants to show up with more intention, more connection, and more confidence in the way they lead their family.Join our Live Sunday Sessions: Don't miss our Sunday Motivational Support Call every Sunday at 9 AM EST.  It's a safe space for parents and caregivers to share, support each other, and gain motivation for the week ahead.Click Here to Register: https://www.thesonriseproject.org/weekly-calls-replays About The SonRise ProjectThe SonRise Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers in dealing with mental health or addiction issues. We provide a safe space to share and support each other with weekly conversations with experts, therapists, and people with shared lived experiences.Connect with UsWebsite: www.thesonriseproject.orgInstagram: The SonRise Project: @thesonriseprojectFacebook: The SonRise ProjectGuest - Craig Barra#MentalHealth #Parenting #SonRiseProject  #MentalWellness #Parents #Families #SelfCareSunday #CraigBarra #IamKelliJoy

Fr. Mike focuses on the concept of being rich in love instead of rich in wealth today, as we read about the heart of a mother and father in our verse from Proverbs. He also emphasizes the presence of sacrificial love in the vocation of marriage and family through God's decision to keep Jeremiah single, saving him from more suffering. Today's readings are Jeremiah 16-17, Ezekiel 45-46, and Proverbs 15:17-20. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

This episode helps dads understand why they keep reacting the same way — and how to change it without shame or self-hatred.In this conversation, Jey Young and Duncan Rich explore the challenges fathers face in managing stress and emotional regulation. They discuss how societal models of masculinity can lead to feelings of overwhelm and inadequacy among dads. Duncan emphasizes the importance of understanding one's nervous system and adopting a bottom-up approach to emotional regulation, which focuses on bodily awareness rather than cognitive strategies. The discussion also highlights the significance of vulnerability, presence, and the impact of emotional patterns passed down from fathers to sons. Ultimately, the conversation encourages fathers to take responsibility for their emotional well-being and to prioritize self-care as a means of fostering healthier relationships with their children. takeawaysMost dads feel overwhelmed, not angry.Dads want to be patient but often struggle.Emotional patterns from childhood affect fatherhood.Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.Stress responses start in the body, not the mind.Co-regulation with others helps manage stress.Children learn emotional regulation from their parents.Self-care is essential for effective parenting.Acknowledging feelings is crucial for connection.Change takes practice and patience.Chapters00:00 Understanding Overwhelm in Fatherhood06:19 The Model of Masculinity and Its Impact11:04 Taking Responsibility for Change16:16 The Bottom-Up Approach to Emotional Regulation22:29 The Importance of Presence and Connection26:37 Navigating Stress and Presence as a Parent29:15 The Challenge of Staying Present in Difficult Moments35:12 Understanding Emotional Patterns Passed from Father to Son43:00 Advice for New Dads: Prioritizing Your Happiness

Should you push your kids to achieve more, or give them room to find their own way?How can Christian parents call their kids toward faithfulness without tying their identity to their children's performance? And how can we offer our kids unconditional love without lowering the bar for what God has called them to?Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series.Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteEditing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

Slow down. Be present. Be safe.

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A pilot flew his plane low so his kids could see it from the backyard pool! What's your parenting flex?

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When the kids need everything, there is often very little left over for the marriage, and yet if our family is going to make it, fighting for it is your work to do. To this end, Christa welcomes Abbey Howe, theater graduate, beloved Enneagram voice, and the mind behind memes that have made so many of us laugh and feel seen on IG and YouTube, for a real talk about marriage in the thick of the parenting years. Abbey is living this season herself, adjusting to the genuine demands of raising a little one, and she brings both honesty and hope to this convo in her 3-4 pairing. The research is clear that marital satisfaction often dips when children are young, with less time, less sleep, and less connection to go around, and yet the couples who stay intentional come through these years with a bond that grows deeper, not weaker. Together, Christa and Abbey talk about what a spouse can and cannot carry in this season, why a parent has to tend our own self-care rather than wait for the marriage to refill us completely, and how learning to play again, to laugh and lighten up, can bring life back to both a weary parent and a tired marriage. If you are deep in the parenting years or want to remember how to bless someone in this season as you offer wisdom, this one will meet you right where you are! Watch on YouTube, too! Abbey's Team Workshops and Websites! https://abbeyhowe.com/ Abbey's book is here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1632175681?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Follow Abbey Howe's wildly popular YouTube here! https://www.youtube.com/abbeyhowe Find Abbey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enneagramwithabbey/?hl=en ⁠Get inside the Enneagram and Marriage Coaching and Masterclass classroom here⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠ https://www.enneagramandmarriage.com/the-e-m-coaching-masterclass Use the code COACH for $250 off - or - use a payment plan!! Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EnneagramandMarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Take the E + M Quiz at www.QuizforCouples.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Christa's Best-Selling Book, The Enneagram in Marriage, here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/df8SxVx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not every co-parenting relationship can be fixed through better communication. What do you do when the other parent refuses to cooperate, no matter what you try? There's a name for the path forward: parallel parenting. Susan Guthrie welcomes divorce and recovery coach Dr. Courtney Evans, who has lived through high-conflict co-parenting herself and now helps others build the boundaries that get them out of it. This episode continues Divorce & Beyond's summer series, picking up where last week's conversation on uncooperative co-parents left off. Dr. Evans explains what parallel parenting is, when to use it, and how to create real peace for you and your children even when the conflict doesn't stop.  Episode 6 of 8 in the Divorce & Beyond Summer Essentials Series. This summer, Divorce & Beyond brings back 8 the episodes listeners reach for most, the conversations with the clearest, most practical guidance for anyone thinking about, going through, or rebuilding after divorce. New Essentials air every other Monday all summer. Follow the show so you never miss one.   What You'll Learn  Parallel Parenting: a transformative approach that can help you manage high-conflict situations with greater ease and clarity “There is no one solution for how to divorce, co-parent or parallel parent or how to recover after. Every situation is unique.” The difference between counter-parent, co-parent, and parallel parent Why Courtney likes to refer to parallel parenting as peaceful parenting How and when to get started with parallel parenting or make the transition Episode 6 of 8 in the Divorce & Beyond Summer Essentials Series. This summer, Divorce & Beyond brings back 8 the episodes listeners reach for most, the conversations with the clearest, most practical guidance for anyone thinking about, going through, or rebuilding after divorce. New Essentials air every other Monday all summer. Follow the show so you never miss one.  About this week's special guest: Dr. Courtney Evans Dr. Courtney is an experienced divorce and co-parenting coach who also holds a DNP. Her two-decade career in the healthcare field has lent to her deep understanding of mental health and the importance of self-care during challenging life transitions. In 2021, after a traumatic family court journey, she switched gears in her career, determined to turn her experience into a source of healing. She began coursework in Alternate Dispute Resolution strategies. In 2022, Courtney received her Divorce Coach and Recovery Coach certifications from the CDC® International Divorce Coach Certification Program and a specialization in Divorce Conflict from the Divorce Coach Academy®. Courtney is currently in school working on her MBA as well as continued work in co-parenting and high conflict dispute resolution specializations. She is also currently writing her first book, Uncaged: Redefining Forgiveness out January 13, 2025. Find More Information on Dr. Evans: Contact Dr. Courtney: TheDivorceCo@gmail.com Dr. Courtney's website: www.thedivorceco.org Dr. Courtney on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thedivorceco Dr. Courtney on Facebook: http://facebook.com/thedivorceco Resources mentioned in this episode: The Parallel Parenting Solution (book)  If This Episode Helped You Follow Divorce & Beyond so you never miss an episode. Share it with someone who needs clear, reliable guidance right now. And if you have a moment, a five-star review makes a real difference in helping the show reach the people who need it most. Follow Divorce & Beyond Website: divorceandbeyondpod.com Instagram: instagram.com/divorceandbeyondpod About the Host: Susan Guthrie, Esq. Susan Guthrie is one of the nation's leading family law and mediation attorneys, with more than 35 years of experience helping people navigate divorce with clarity and strategy. She is the Immediate Past Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution, a best-selling author, and a sought-after speaker and trainer. Susan recently appeared as the featured expert on The Oprah Podcast and has been cited in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Town & Country, The Washington Post, NewsNation, and NBC Chicago Today, among others. As the creator and host of Divorce & Beyond, ranked in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide with more than 1.3 million downloads and an Apple Top 100 Self-Help designation, Susan brings together leading legal and mental health experts to help listeners move through divorce and into what comes next. Learn more at divorceandbeyondpod.com/about.   Disclaimer: The commentary and opinions shared on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state regarding your specific situation.  

Boris Walbaum is the founder and president of Forward College, an innovative higher education institution built for the AI era. Students study across Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin over three years, earning a University of London degree while never setting foot in London — all in a university with no lecture halls. Boris is also an AI and future skills expert, a former government advisor, and author of Excellent Isn't What You Think? A Book on Education and Parenting in the Age of AI.Boris explains why AI is a fundamentally different disruption than Covid — because it's an "imitation technology" designed to replicate what we do — and why that forces us to ask not just how we teach, but why we learn at all. We talk about the loss of curiosity in classrooms, the reproductive nature of education systems, nonviolent communication and feedback, and how the deepest driver of learning has always been human connection.Takeaways:Forward College offers a degree designed for the AI era, incorporating studies across three major European cities: Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin.The educational model emphasizes real-world skills and critical thinking, moving away from traditional industrial-era paradigms of learning.AI is viewed as a disruptive force in education, necessitating a reevaluation of what and how we teach to prepare future generations.The college promotes a relational pedagogy, focusing on small group learning and personal development rather than traditional lecture hall formats.Boris Walbaum, as the founder, advocates for education that fosters adaptability and emotional intelligence to meet future challenges.The emphasis on human connection in learning is viewed as essential for fostering curiosity, creativity, and engagement among students.Chapters:00:02 - Introducing Forward College and Its Unique Approach04:43 - The Impact of AI on Education11:15 - The Need for Educational Reform in the Age of AI17:41 - The Future of Education and Job Market Dynamics23:35 - Navigating Educational Experiences: From Regattas to Ocean Racing29:24 - The Importance of Personal Development in Education35:42 - The Role of AI in Education41:37 - The Importance of Environment in Learning46:04 - The Art of Feedback in Educationhttps://forward-college.eu/our-vision/Excellence Isn't What You Think: Education and Parenting in the Age of AIhttps://www.facebook.com/ForwardCollegeOfficial

This week we are joined by Ophira Eisenberg! Ophira Eisenberg is a Standup Comedian, Writer, and Podcast Host (NPR, CBS, CNN, The Moth, HBO, Comedy Central, iHeart) who headlines theaters and comedy venues across the world, tours regularly with the Moth Mainstage, and hosts the weekly parenting-comedy podcast Parenting is a Joke (Webby Finalist for Best Host). Her new comedy special, I Used to Be Nicer produced by Lewis Black/Stark Raving Black Productions is available now. She also hosted NPR's trivia comedy show Ask Me Another for 9 years. Her breakout memoir Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press) has been optioned for a television series, and her solo show Leaving A Mark: A Comedy About Scars won Women in the Arts & Media Award for Solo Show Scripts and just finished a successful European tour. She recently returned from the Just For Laughs festival where she performed her 3rd gala for CBC/Global Television. In this episode, we talk about stand-up, storytelling, and the experiences that shaped Ophira's comedic voice, covering everything from performance anxiety to Jewish identity and parenthood. Ophira reflects on toggling between her stand-up persona and her public radio storytelling work, how growing up in Calgary shaped her outsider perspective, and why some audiences respond best to specificity and intelligence. The conversation also turns personal, digging into family silence and inherited trauma, and tracing her path from a single weekend comedy workshop to a full-fledged career. Recommendations From This Episode: Here All Along Empire Records Follow Ophira: @ophirae Follow Carly: @carlyjmontag Follow Emily: @thefunnywalsh Follow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpod Please rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!  Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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THE episode to listen to if you're marriage has been struggling since becoming parents. Therapist Eli Weinstein discusses all things: communication strategies, staying connected, relationship skills, fighting well and more.I promise this isn't another "relationship advice" episode. It's legitimately good. if your marriage has felt harder since the kids came, this episode is the one i wish someone had handed me. I sat down with therapist Eli Weinstein, author of From I Do to We Do, to talk about the invisible shift that happens to couples in the parenting years, and the actual skills that help you find your way back to each other.In this episode we dive into:why marriage feels so different after having kidsthe shift couples go through when they become parentswhat couples get wrong about staying connected after kidscommunication strategies for married coupleshow to stay connected to your partner in the baby and toddler yearswhat to do when your partner isn't on board with working on the marriagethe relationship skills every couple actually needshow to fight well in marriagehow to argue better with your spouse without it blowing up---------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•✨ Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ✨

Psychologist and emotional eating expert Rachel Goldman discusses the harmful effects of diet culture, GLP-1 abuse, intuitive eating and mindful consumption. She also shares tools for mindful eating and parenting strategies for supporting children struggling with body image.Follow Dr. Rachel on Instagram at @drrachelnycHer book, "When Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free" is available at https://whenlifehappensbook.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meet Chelsea Conaboy (www.chelseaconaboy.com). Chelsea is a writer, editor and journalist who is the author of Mother Brain: How Neuroscience is Rewriting the Story of Parenthood. Her writing has been published by The New York Times, Mother Jones, Politico, the Boston Sunday Globe magazine, National Journal, The Week, ParentMap, and WBUR. And in 2014, she was part of The Boston Globe staff, that won the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for breaking news, for coverage of the Boston Marathon bombings. She now lives in Maine and runs a media production company with her husband called Strewn Wonder. In this conversation Rachael and Chelsea focus on her book and take a deep-dive into parenthood. They talk about the myths of maternal instinct and about centuries-old stories around parenting that science debunks. Chelsea teaches us about the permanent changes that happen in the brain when one becomes a parent. And they also talk about how having a child can simultaneously open up your world while asking you to focus more energy at home.Chelsea & Rachael recorded this conversation on February 12, 2026. They were both in Maine.• If you'd like more from Rachael Cerrotti: subscribe to the Along The Seam newsletter• Find all the episodes at: www.alongtheseam.com

RUN THAT BACK! Hosts Bethany and Mariano both share what nostalgic television shows from their childhood that they have introduced to their children and how it affects the parent and child bond. In this episode: Taking daily inventory of how we interact with our childrenWho is the GOAT black TV Dad?Creating a safe space at home."You'll understand when you get older"Tyson Beckford comes full circleWhat's a video game gonna hurt?Where are the positive black sitcoms today?Mari roasts the Tyler Perry UniverseAnd so much more! FOLLOW @parentalrevisory on Instagram!Video available on YouTube every Wednesday!Questions? Need Advice? Email us at ParentalRevisory@gmail.com

In John 10:10, Jesus says, “I have come so that they may have life and have it in abundance.” But what exactly does abundant life mean—especially for families whose lives include disability, dependence, limitation, or suffering?In this episode, Larah looks at John 10 in its larger biblical context and challenges the assumption that abundance means health, independence, success, comfort, or a life untouched by hardship. With help from Puritan theologian William Gurnall's reflections on redemption, she explores how God's plan in Christ is not merely to repair what sin ruined, but to bring His people into a redemption that sin can never ultimately destroy.You'll hear why the presence of suffering does not mean the absence of abundant life, why disability does not put someone at a theological disadvantage, and why the greatest thing we can pursue for our autistic children is not normalization or independence—but life in Christ.In this episode: What John 10:10 actually means in context Why John 9 helps us understand Jesus as the Good Shepherd The difference between good gifts and gospel promises Why abundant life cannot be defined by ability, health, or independence Why suffering and abundant life can exist at the same time What this means for discipling autistic children Why our ultimate assignment is still the Great CommissionKey Scriptures: John 9–10, John 1:4, John 6:35, John 11:25, John 14:6, Romans 5, Romans 8, 1 Corinthians 15, Ephesians 1, Revelation 21Main takeaway: The abundant life Jesus promises is not a life untouched by the effects of the fall. It is life with God, secured by Christ, that the effects of the fall cannot ultimately take away.The gospel message doesn't change, but the method in which it's delivered might have to for learning's sake. Our assignment is not normalization. Our assignment is to make disciples.Willian Gurnalls, Daily Readings from The Christian in Complete Armour:https://www.moodypublishers.com/daily-readings-from-the-christian-in-complete-armour?srsltid=AfmBOooNZ4x7-xXmX67OZs_XDTjNngyY37dCaC6ku4DWk_rgLc-R_5s5

"Join Ms. Abby Erchen every other Monday this fall for our Journey Jr. Podcast! Using memory verses, games, and stories, Journey Jr. will dive deeper into the book of Acts, and some other stories in the New Testament. Find weekly lessons for family discipleship at jointhejourney.com/jr! We're so glad to be on this journey, abiding with Jesus together. "

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Annemie Kruger, an optometrist, about the hidden visual challenges that can affect children’s reading and learning, some children have perfectly normal eyesight but may struggle with tracking, focusing, and coordinating their eye movements while reading. These hidden visual challenges can affect reading speed, comprehension, classroom performance, and a child’s confidence, they explore how eye-tracking technology is helping to identify these challenges earlier. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to raise kids who stay connected to God and build a faith that lasts? In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and God's vision for parenting in a world filled with competing influences. Through the practical framework of modeling, moments, and milestones, discover how everyday conversations, intentional teaching, and meaningful celebrations can help shape the hearts of the next generation. Whether you're raising young children, investing in adult kids, or preparing for parenthood, this encouraging message offers practical steps to help your family stay rooted in what matters most and lead your children to love their Savior and their neighbor with a faith that becomes their own. Based on Deuteronomy 6:1-9, this sermon reminds us that small, consistent choices today can have an eternal impact on the future of our families. For additional resources go to: https://www.firstorlando.com/parent/ (08/23/2026)

Every parent wants to raise a kid who can handle hard things. But resilience isn't built by protecting our kids from every struggle. In today's episode, Ryan shares how parents can help their kids become more adaptable, emotionally steady, and capable of figuring things out for themselves.

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Parenting kids exposed to trauma is hard. Sometimes, it is very hard, but these families can thrive. In an interview with Creating a Family, Dr. Ross Greene, a Harvard Psychology professor, stressed that it was crucial for parents of children exposed to trauma to realize that kids want to do well, and if they are struggling, it is likely because they are lacking a specific skill needed to succeed.Resources:Helping Children Heal from TraumaPractical Guide to Parenting a Child Exposed to TraumaThe Explosive Child by Ross GreeneSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

Parenting can come with plenty of unsolicited comments, especially when you're out in public with your children. In “Reminding Our Hearts That Children Are a Blessing,” Emily Rose Massey challenges us to look beyond cultural attitudes toward children and remember what Scripture says about their value. Psalm 127:3 calls children a gift from the Lord and a reward, giving parents a biblical perspective when the world may treat children as a burden or inconvenience. Our words matter, especially because children are always watching and listening. Emily encourages parents to respond to insensitive comments with truth and grace while also challenging Christians to become people who encourage other parents rather than add to their burdens. When we see children as God sees them, our response can become an opportunity to point others toward His goodness, faithfulness, and grace. Highlights Why common comments about parenting can affect both parents and children What Psalm 127:3 teaches us about the value of children How cultural attitudes can cause us to view children as a burden Why Christians are called to think differently from the culture around them How parents can respond to insensitive comments with truth and love Why children are paying attention to the way adults speak about them How everyday interactions can become opportunities to live out our faith Want more encouragement throughout your week? Subscribe to The Good Word, LifeAudio’s free weekly newsletter. Sign up at LifeAudio.com/thegoodword Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Reminding Our Hearts That Children Are a Blessing By: Emily Rose Massey Bible Reading: “Behold, children are a gift of the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward” (Psalm 127:3, NASB 1995). “You have your hands full!” If I had a dollar for every time I have heard that phrase in my ten years of being a mom when I was out and about with my kids in public, I would probably be a quasi-millionaire! Well, that might be an over-exaggeration, but I have heard it quite often! Although I know most people are just trying to find something to say to connect with a stranger, I do wish we could find a different phrase to say that encourages moms with little ones who take them out in public. A few times recently, that common phrase was followed up with some extremely rude and inappropriate remarks when they found out that I did not, in fact, have all my children with me and that I had more at home. Our children also hear those negative comments about them. They are much smarter and more observant than we give them credit for sometimes. How do we think their little hearts are being impacted by what strangers believe about their mere existence? It often makes me question how we, as a society, truly view children or big families in general. I only have four children, so I cannot imagine what moms with more than that might hear while grocery shopping! Truthfully, I think we need to pay attention to what the scriptures say about children because God created them. God calls children a blessing, a gift from the Giver of good gifts. Do we have eyes to see them as a blessing? “Behold, children are a gift of the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward” (Psalm 127:3, NASB 1995). Intersecting Life & Faith: I understand that those who are not Christians dismiss what the Bible says about any topic, so we should not be very shocked when the world behaves in a worldly way or says unlovely things about what God has created. Unfortunately, our culture speaks more highly of pets than of children. As Christians, though, we need to live counter-culturally and not get swept up in the world’s ways or thinking. We all might be guilty of viewing children as a burden or annoyance from time to time. It’s human nature to be selfish and bothered by anyone (even those tiny ones) who may interrupt our plans or embarrass us in public. We must remind our hearts of what God says about these precious little souls, and we must lead by example. I have shared some of my thoughts regarding these comments in public with my friends who are moms of little ones to encourage them not to grow offended, but to meet these remarks with truth and love. One idea a dear friend shared with me was that when someone tells her that she has her hands full, she responds, “Not as full as my heart!” Friends, this is our opportunity to boast in the Lord’s goodness for blessing us with these children that He calls a reward! Our response to them testifies to our faith in Jesus Christ and can challenge their own thinking about how they view God’s blessings, especially if the person professes to be a follower of Christ. I think it is important to be prepared to have these kind and truthful responses when we are out in public with our children. What other phrases come to mind that you can offer to the strangers who might choose to connect with you about your kids? Ask the Lord for these opportunities to not only respond lovingly but perhaps even engage in conversation about God’s faithfulness and grace that you experience in parenthood. Let’s live our faith out loud when we are running errands at the grocery store, the post office, the doctor’s office, or waiting in line to order some lunch. How can you encourage moms and dads when they are in public with their kids so that they also know that their children are not seen as a burden or nuisance? Our kids are always listening and watching! What kind of response will they hear from your lips when someone tries to shame their existence? I hope they hear how much you love them and thank the Lord for giving you such amazing gifts from above. More importantly, the Lord is listening and watching how we speak of children in our lives or around us. Thank You, Lord, for our children… what abundant blessings they are to our lives! May You receive all the glory in our hearts and lives as parents to these precious souls. Further Reading: Matthew 18 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sending your teen to their first party?  In this solo episode, developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman walks parents through exactly how to talk to teenagers about parties before the car ride there. From the alcohol and drug conversation to setting a code word and exit plan, this episode is a practical guide for parenting teenagers through one of the most anxiety-provoking adolescent milestones. What you'll learn:  ● Curiosity-first scripts for the "parties, alcohol, and drugs" conversation with your teenager  ● Setting a code word and no-questions-asked exit plan for teen safety  ● How to vet a party: supervision, location, and when privacy isn't up for negotiation  ● Talking about consent and physical safety before parties become a factor  ● What to say (and not say) when you pick your teen up afterward  ● Navigating a friend's secret without breaking your teen's trust in you

They are still so young, still figuring stuff out, still trying to make sense of their bodies and the world, still doing their best (even when they're screwing up, even when they're driving you crazy).

You have to decide that the kids are the center of your life—not conferences, not meetings, not being ‘in the room where it happens.'

Want to teach preschool in person, but feel overwhelmed by finding a location, licensing, startup costs, and everything else that comes with opening your own space? If so, you should listen in to today's Preschool All Stars story! Kari Dichev had spent years teaching preschool before becoming a stay-at-home mom. She desperately missed teaching—but daycare hours didn't fit the life she wanted anymore. After joining Preschool All Stars, Kari found her solution: teach short preschool classes inside a local church! She pays just $40/day for her classroom and charges $197/month per student. Find out how she did it: The simple email Kari sent to local churches that eventually got one to say YES—and gave her access to a preschool-ready classroom! How her 90-minute class works from beginning to end—including circle time, centers, literacy, math, art, movement, and free play! How Kari structures her program so parents stay in the building while she teaches—plus why some parents actually asked her to make her classes LONGER! Please rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we've earned your 5 stars!) GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY: ❤️ Get my FREE “Start Your Preschool” book (+ $7.95 s&h) ❤️ Watch my FREE "How to Start a Local or Online Preschool" Workshop ❤️ Join my Preschool All Stars membership to get mentorship, support, friendship, and training for every step of your preschool journey FOLLOW ME ON MY MISSION:

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If you've ever worried that loving your kid too much, supporting them too much, or NOT giving them enough "tough love" is going to leave them completely unprepared for the real world, you need to hear this episode.Because Billy Eichner's story might be the best evidence I've ever seen that the opposite of "tough love" is what actually makes a kid strong.Billy's parents loved the absolute hell out of him. They celebrated exactly who he was, and when he grew up and faced more than a decade of rejection, that endless love from his parents didn't make him soft, it gave him the audacity to keep believing in himself. He went from not being able to get an agent to creating Billy on the Street, earning four Emmy nominations, and making history with the film Bros.And THAT is where this conversation completely changed something for me. What if the way we prepare our kids for a hard world isn't by toughening them up, but by loving them so deeply that the world can't convince them to abandon themselves?We talk about rejection, resilience, success, why even wildly successful people still fixate on the people who don't like them, and what Billy believes his parents gave him that made everything else possible. And then Billy says something every parent needs to hear: there is enough tough love waiting for our kids in the world. We don't have to be the ones who give it to them.Whether you already love Billy Eichner or have no idea who he is, you will walk away from this episode knowing exactly how to raise an emotionally healthy, resilient, “strong” kid, and what they need most from us.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Aquaphor Baby - Find the new Aquaphor Baby Sensitive Lotion now at Walmart, Amazon andTarget. Visit aquaphorus.com to learn moreEgglife -  Find Egg Life wraps chilling in the fridge at Aldi, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, Walmart, and more. Visit egglifefoods.com to find a retailer near you.Naturepedic - Visit www.naturepedic.com and use code FEELINGS to get 20% off safer, healthier sleep products for the whole family.Osea - Get 10% off your order sitewide with code BLF at oseamalibu.com.ResortPass - Visit resortpass.com/BLF to get $20 off your first booking of $100 or more.Ross - Find your nearest Ross at rossstores.comYoto -  Head to yotoplay.com and use my code BIGLITTLEFEELINGS to save 10% off all eligible items.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.