Podcasts about raising emotionally strong boys

This FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, features counselor David Thomas, who discusses signs of an emotionally unhealthy home, drawing from his book "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys." The conversation explores three key practices—recognize, regulate, and repair—that are often absent in unhealthy homes. David explains how ignoring emotional signals, failing to manage stress, and refusing to apologize contribute to dysfunction. The hosts share personal stories, including Dave's realization of his emotional unhealthiness despite initial denial and Ann's struggle with comparing her children. The episode emphasizes the importance of naming pain, seeking help, and modeling healthy emotional behaviors for kids. Dave's childhood experience of suppressed grief and Ann's encouragement to pray highlight God's redemptive power in transforming pain. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

This FamilyLife Today episode, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, features counselor David Thomas, who discusses signs of an emotionally unhealthy home, drawing from his book "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys." The conversation explores three key practices—recognize, regulate, and repair—that are often absent in unhealthy homes. David explains how ignoring emotional signals, failing to manage stress, and refusing to apologize contribute to dysfunction. The hosts share personal stories, including Dave's realization of his emotional unhealthiness despite initial denial and Ann's struggle with comparing her children. The episode emphasizes the importance of naming pain, seeking help, and modeling healthy emotional behaviors for kids. Dave's childhood experience of suppressed grief and Ann's encouragement to pray highlight God's redemptive power in transforming pain. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

On this episode of FamilyLife Today, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, we feature counselor David Thomas, author of "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys." The discussion focuses on understanding and managing the physicality and emotional intensity of boys, particularly through the lens of Ann's story about neighborhood boys breaking wood on their foreheads. David shares insights from his 25 years at Daystar Counseling, emphasizing the need to create outlets for boys' energy, such as a designated “space” for physical release. He introduces the ABCs of emotional development—coping, breathing, and naming feelings—explaining that boys often need to release energy before identifying emotions. The episode addresses common parenting mistakes, like excessive talk and emotion during discipline, and encourages narrating personal experiences to model emotional health. David's podcast with Sissy Goff, "Raising Boys and Girls," is highlighted as a resource for parents. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

On this episode of FamilyLife Today, hosted by Dave and Ann Wilson, we feature counselor David Thomas, author of "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys." The discussion focuses on understanding and managing the physicality and emotional intensity of boys, particularly through the lens of Ann's story about neighborhood boys breaking wood on their foreheads. David shares insights from his 25 years at Daystar Counseling, emphasizing the need to create outlets for boys' energy, such as a designated “space” for physical release. He introduces the ABCs of emotional development—coping, breathing, and naming feelings—explaining that boys often need to release energy before identifying emotions. The episode addresses common parenting mistakes, like excessive talk and emotion during discipline, and encourages narrating personal experiences to model emotional health. David's podcast with Sissy Goff, "Raising Boys and Girls," is highlighted as a resource for parents. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. See David Thomas, Sissy Goff, and Arlene Pellicane live at the Parents Rising Conference on September 6, 2025 in San Diego. Tickets on sale now http://parentsrisingconference.com/ What would happen if your child could trade insecurity for bravery, and giving up for resilience? Counselors and bestselling authors David Thomas and Sissy Goff can help you raise confident, worry free kids. Drawing from their vast experience at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, David and Sissy know how to help kids and parents deal with anxiety and worry. They have written two new children's books, Lucy Learns to Be Brave and Owen Learns He Has What it Takes. On today's episode, you'll learn: 5:25 Your dog could be more than a pet! 7:45 How to tell if your child is flourishing 14:36 Modeling emotions to your child 20:50 Are we giving anxiety too much attention? 24:53 Reversing the negative effects of COVID in our teenagers 31:00 What to do if your child won't leave their room David Thomas is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville. His books include Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys. He and Sissy host the popular Raising Boys and Girls podcast. Sissy Goff is the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar. Her books include Raising Worry-Free Girls and The Worry-Free Parent. Learn more about David Thomas and Sissy Goff and their new children's books, Lucy Learns to Be Brave and Owen Learns He Has What it Takes at Raising Boys and Girls https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Tickets on sale now! You're invited to see David, Sissy, and Arlene at the Parents Rising Conference in San Diego, September 6, 2025 https://parentsrisingconference.com/ Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! Email speaking @ arlenepellicane.com Purchase the Storyteller's Bible HERE.

The stakes feel high when you're parenting teenagers, but you don't have to go it alone! Today Karen is answering questions from moms facing challenges as they are navigating the teen years. From dealing with inappropriate relationships and emotional struggles to setting boundaries and having tough conversations, Karen offers encouragement to help you parent with confidence. Whether your teen is acting out or just feeling melancholic, you'll find practical wisdom and support in this candid conversation.Episode Recap:4:06- It's critical to be a parent rather than a friend during the teen years.6:48- My 16 yr old is texting inappropriate pictures with his girlfriend, what do we do?11:49- Strategies for connecting with a melancholic teen.16:50- My college-age child is making poor choices when it comes to grades/work ethic - what does tough love look like?23:07- How do I firmly address drug/alcohol use concerns with young adults who aren't living at home anymore?26:21- My 16 year old is dealing with depression and thoughts of self-harm - help!Scripture for Reflection: Proverbs 22:6 (NIV)"Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it."Questions for Discussion:Do you struggle with balancing being a parent versus being a friend to your teenager?Think of a time your teen has made a poor choice. Did you manage your own emotions well while addressing the behavior? If not, what would it look like to have a re-do in that particular situation?What role does prayer play in your parenting during the teen years? What are 3 things you can be praying for your teen right now? Write them down and hold one another accountable to praying daily for those things in our teens' lives.Resources:Check out our studio glow up on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@birdsonawiremomsDon't miss the boat! Register for Soar at Sea today: https://www.soaratsea.comListen to Raising Emotionally Strong Boys with David Thomas: https://wiretalk.transistor.fm/episodes/347-raising-emotionally-strong-boys-with-david-thomas

SUMMARY: Our best books this year had everything: Murder! Therapy! Lyndon B. Johnson! The three elements of good literature. Come join us as we review our favorite books of the year. Happy New Year, and thanks for listening to The Book Pile! We really appreciate it. See you in 2025!WATCH KELLEN'S NEW COMEDY SPECIAL ON YOUTUBE!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpBt0W1zrDU&t=1237s-Get two free tickets to any of Kellen's live shows in 2024-2025 by joining The Book Pile's Patreon at:https://www.patreon.com/TheBookPile-Dave's book / game The Starlings is here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMBBLGXN?ref=myi_title_dpBuy any of the books (the BEST books!) mentioned in this episode and support the podcast at the same time! Just click below! In no order, they are:A Gentleman in Moscow, Amor Towleshttps://amzn.to/3DOeiAcPermission to Feel,   Marc Brackett Ph.D.https://amzn.to/49YI0i2Here One Moment, Liane Moriartyhttps://amzn.to/4gPRAGVWhat Alice Forgot, Liane Moriartyhttps://amzn.to/40eKo13Dead Men Scare Me Stupid, John Swartzwelderhttps://amzn.to/40fOIx9Mexican Gothic, Silvia Moreno-Garciahttps://amzn.to/40dlK0xThe Body, Bill Bryson Tchaikovskyhttps://amzn.to/3Pga9rqA Short History of Nearly Everything, Bill Brysonhttps://amzn.to/3BSwZlVThe Years of Lyndon Johnson (book 1 of 4), Robert Carohttps://amzn.to/3BSA1GP Children of Time, Adrian Tchaikovsky https://amzn.to/3DLBLSBThe Very Persistent Gappers of Frip, George Saunders https://amzn.to/3PfNIT44000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, Oliver Burkemanhttps://amzn.to/3VZ9pusThe Great Mental Models (book 1 of 4)https://amzn.to/41QsfI7  Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, David Thomashttps://amzn.to/40cY24MAdult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsay C. Gibson PsyDhttps://amzn.to/3DyRkx3Bea Wolf, Zach Wienersmithhttps://amzn.to/4gBW1opSlaughterhouse-Five the Graphic Novel, Kurt Vonnegut & Ryan Northhttps://amzn.to/4gBQPkmEichmann in Jerusalem, Hannah Arendt https://amzn.to/3VWGUO4The Creative Act: A Way of Being, Rick Rubinhttps://amzn.to/49V2VCJThe Nutshell Technique, Jill Chamberlainhttps://amzn.to/40hcpoNZen in the Art of Writing, Ray Bradburyhttps://amzn.to/3VZa0wcLive From New Yorkhttps://amzn.to/3VZe8wcTo Hold Up The Sky, Cixin Luihttps://amzn.to/4iYk9mLQuiet, Susan Cainhttps://amzn.to/3Pif1MLThe Elephant in the Brainhttps://amzn.to/3DBgwTHWhen Breath Becomes Air, Paul Kalanithihttps://amzn.to/4a12SVPA Heart that Works, Rob Delaneyhttps://amzn.to/3Wo9BUzTHE HOSTS!-Kellen Erskine has appeared on Conan, Comedy Central, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, NBC's America's Got Talent, and the Amazon Original Series Inside Jokes. He has garnered over 200 million views with his clips on Dry Bar Comedy. In 2018 he

July's Theme is Raising Boys and Girls Encore Presentation "Emotionally mature" may not be the words you use to describe your son. Maybe your boy is prone to outbursts, or rarely says more than one sentence at a time. Counselor and author David Thomas is here to help us nurture and raise emotionally strong boys. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:30 How can we understand our boys better by using the Incredible Hulk? 5:00 Teach these three R's to your kids so they can regulate themselves, going from stressed to settled 7:00 Work things out for yourself out loud so your child can hear how you manage stress and problems without angry outbursts 9:10 Boys funnel emotions through anger; they are more physical than girls (hitting walls, biting, etc) 11:00 How a walk, run, and movement can help your son regulate emotions 13:30 How to respond according to research when your boy says, “But I want to play my video game, it helps me calm down.” 15:00 Creating a top five list of regulation strategies 17:20 Emotional vocabulary chart - how to get one for free 19:45 The difference between saying “I am depressed” versus “I feel sad” 22:30 Suicidal ideations - how can you tell if your child is serious? 24:30 Adult men lead some of the scariest stats out there - including suicide 27:50 Practice this exercise to put events in perspective (so they know losing homework isn't the end of the world) David Thomas is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN and the coauthor of 10 books. He and his fellow counselor Sissy Goff co-host the podcast Raising Boys and Girls. David's newest book is Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life. Find out more about David Thomas and his book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys at RaisingBoysandGirls.com Take the free quiz, "Is my child getting too much screen time?" at HappyHomeUniversity.orgThe Man in the Tree and the Brand New Start is available here. Save 25% by using code: Save25

Are you raising emotionally strong kids? Are you helping them learn how to develop their emotional literacy? This is an important part of parenting and sadly, this is one area I was lacking for many years. It took me walking through my divorce for me to see the importance of emotional literacy. So I am excited this summer, I am going to be recommending some books to you and to start it off since Father's Day was just yesterday, I want to do a parenting book. This is such an amazing book; I wish I had it when my kids were younger. It just came out a couple of years ago, and it is called *Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas. The subtitle is Tools Your Son Can Build On For Life. Now let me say, all of these things can be shared with your daughter too, but David points out that so many times we are not teaching our boys this and honestly, it is so important.  I would like to highlight some of my favorite parts of the book as well as share some personal stories too! I believe this parenting book is life-changing for your kids! Depth Podcast Links: Link to Depth Podcast Episode 26 with my kids called Family and Feelings Link to Depth Podcast Episode 180 with Michelle Nietert on her book, *Managing Your Emojis Link to Depth Podcast Episode 143 with my counselor on how to process your emotions in a healthy way. *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!

Welcome to Step Up with Pastor Chris Kouba - a podcast providing leadership and wisdom for men to break generational curses to overcome confusion, frustration, and brokenness. On the second episode, Pastor Chris Kouba explores what it means to raise sons into Godly men. He reflects on a recent "coming of age" trip with his son, and how he marked that moment of transition. As fathers consider how to best raise their sons, he suggests there is one essential principle to consider: "be intentional." In this deeply personal episode, Pastor Chris reflects on how he is now parenting differently as he contemplates his own children becoming adults, and reminds all of us that it is never too late to be intentional with our children!Come back next time and join Chris as he guides you on how to step up as a man in every area of your life. To find out more about Pastor Chris, follow him on all the social platforms (@ckouba) and to connect with the ministry of United City visit https://unitedcity.church.Helpful ResourcesHabits of the Household by Justin EasleyThe Intentional Father by Jon TysonPrimal Path www.primalpath.co Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas  Getting Things Done by David AllenGod's Design of Sex Series- by Stan and Brenna Jones

This is one of my favorite conversations that I've EVER had!!!! The amazing David Thomas, author of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys (and so many other books) is here!! In this episode we explore the critical role of experiential learning for children, especially boys, as they navigate the journey towards emotional strength and resilience. Learn why it's essential to move beyond lazy responses and prioritize building emotional intelligence as a learned skill. From the impact of screens and substances to the power of movement-based experiences, Ginny and David discuss practical strategies for fostering healthy habits and outdoor adventures. Learn how journaling and nature can serve as antidotes to the numbing effects of modern life, guiding children towards self-regulation and authentic expression. With a focus on modeling friendship and embracing risk and adventure, this conversation offers a roadmap for parents and caregivers committed to nurturing the next generation of emotionally strong, adventurous young men. Tune in to discover how you can play a vital role in rescuing childhood for families everywhere. ** Purchase your copy of David's book here (we have TWO copies!!) >> https://amzn.to/3TDUUui Learn more about David here >> https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Moms, are you wondering what happened to the sweet little boy who used to see you as the center of his whole world?  The one who told you everything and wanted nothing more than to be wherever you were?  Does it feel like like he's been replaced by a larger body little man that you don't recognize and can't get a word out of?  Are you struggling to find an easier way to connect? Well look no further because David Thomas is here today to share all his wisdom and you will not want to miss a minute of this episode.  Grab a pen and paper because you're going to want to write this down! Author of the best selling books, WILD THINGS - THE ART OF NURTURING BOYS and RAISING EMOTIONALLY STRONG BOYS (and many more) David helps us look into the developing minds of boys and gives us practical tools and advice that we can use everyday in our interactions with our sons. Whether you are a Mom, Dad, Grandparent, Teacher or Caregiver of a young boy or teen boy, you won't want to miss this! You can also listen to David on his podcast RAISING BOYS & GIRLS Follow him on instagram @raisingboysandgirls Purchase his books WILD THINGS: The art of Nurturing Boys or Raising Emotionally Strong Boys on AMAZON or AUDIBLE

One question I get asked all the time, “How do I teach my kiddos about God.” “Are the resources you suggest for my pre-teens?”   On this episode, we tackle a question that many parents ask: "How can I teach my kids about God?" We understand the importance of finding good devotionals and resources to guide children in their spiritual journey. In this episode, we share a wealth of recommendations that we've personally used and gathered from friends with kids in different stages of life. Join us as we explore ways to introduce your kids to God's love and wisdom.   Summer Devotional Plan: As the summer season approaches, it presents the perfect opportunity to start a devotional plan with your children. Use this time to engage in meaningful discussions about faith and introduce new concepts into their hearts. We provide practical ideas and suggestions for summer devotionals that will create a memorable and transformative experience for your family. Let this summer be a time of growth and spiritual connection.   Bibles: Jesus Storybook Bible (littles) Action Bible She reads Truth Journal bible   Kids devos: Kids read truth  (littles) Not consumed bible studies (all kids ages) Jesus calling for kids (elementary kids)   Pre-Teen/Teen Jesus calling for teens Teen to teen 365 devos for teen guys Heart of an athlete devos 31 days Speak love by Annie F Downs for teen girls Walk in Faith (5 minute devotions for guys) 5 minute devotion for teens: a guide to God and mental health    Other resources:  52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens www.christianparenting.org The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens   Parent's books I will be reading this summer: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Raising Worry-Free Girls by Sissy Goff   BE LOVE.do good is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org  

This week, Sissy Goff and David Thomas with Daystar Counseling are here! Each of them have been counseling kids for over 30 years. I cannot think of two individuals that have impacted my parenting in a more practical and profound way.    In this episode, we talk about a few of the challenges with raising our kids in a scary and sometimes dark time. From anxiety to school shootings - we've never felt more anxious or ill-equipped to raise children.   David shares some encouragement and tips on raising an emotionally strong boy. Sissy shares about her upcoming book to help anxious parents raise kids in the midst of our own self work. She notes that women and girls lead the statistics in anxiety.    There are also some tender moments where they both reflect back on the most horrendous time in their own Nashville community. You will be encouraged to hear more stories of God working in and around Covenant School. I know so many are grateful for the work Daystar did to step up, comfort and care for so many families (locally and nationwide). Quotes: "It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” - Frederick Douglas   “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me: ‘Look for the helpers.' You will always find people who are helping.” - Fred Rogers   Enjoy! Courtney DeFeo   Connect with Pardon The Mess: Christian Parenting Pardon The Mess    Connect with Courtney DeFeo   Resources from today's show: The Worry Free Parent- Pre- Order! Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions by David Thomas @raisingboysandgirls  @sissygoff    Pardon the Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

Claire Hughes Johnson (Google, Stripe) discusses her new book Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building. Claire talks about why she thinks vulnerability is so powerful, the pitfalls of transparency in leadership, how to build systems by building trust, and the difference between management and leadership.   LINKS & MENTIONS FROM THIS EPISODE “Scaling People” by Claire Hughes Johnson https://press.stripe.com/scaling-people  Read “The Messy Marketplace” by Brent Beshore https://www.amazon.com/Messy-Marketplace-Selling-Business-Imperfect/dp/0998030007/ref=sr_1_1?crid=188DH4FFMN8IX&keywords=messy+marketplace&qid=1682524629&sprefix=messy+mark%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1 Listen to “The Messy Marketplace” (episode 1 of the Permanent Podcast feed)  https://www.permanentequity.com/themessymarketplacepodcast/introduction-a-note-from-the-author  Claire mentions “Bury My Heart at Conference Room B” by Stan Slap https://www.amazon.com/Bury-Heart-Conference-Room-Unbeatable/dp/1591843243/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682524772&sr=8-1  David mentions “Raising Emotionally Strong Boys” by David Thomas https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Emotionally-Strong-David-Thomas/dp/0764240714/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1682524959&sr=8-1  Sign up for our weekly newsletter for operators, Permanent Playbook: https://www.permanentequity.com/newsletter    CONNECT Claire on twitter https://twitter.com/chughesjohnson Claire on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-hughes-johnson-7058/ Brent on twitter https:/https://twitter.com/BrentBeshore Brent on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentbeshore  Visit https://www.permanentequity.com/ for more Sign up for our weekly newsletter for operators, Permanent Playbook: https://www.permanentequity.com/newsletter  Sign up for a new daily newsletter from Tim Hanson, Unqualified Opinions: https://www.permanentequity.com/unqualified-opinions    TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro & Who Is Claire? 2:08 “This One Scales to 11” 4:08 Why Write “Scaling People?” 13:08 One of Claire's Most Pivotal Moments as a Manager 22:12 Transparency: Virtue or Vice? 28:22 The Challenges of Managing PEOPLE 36:38 The Power of Being Vulnerable 46:42 Why Dachshunds Are the Funniest Dogs 51:26 How Have Your Motivations Changed Over Time? 55:36 The Difference Between a Strong Manager and a True Leader 57:55 Why a Business Stays Small 1:06:35 How to Build Kindness Into Company Culture 1:10:45 Who Would You Send This Podcast To? 1:11:52 Legal Disclaimer   EPISODE CREDITS Produced by David Cover Additional editing & mastering by Ryan Lipman Intro music by David Cover, Andy Freeman, Rhett Johnson, & Andrew Luley Outro music by Jees Guy   WE STEWARD COMPANIES THAT CARE WHAT HAPPENS NEXT  Visit https://www.permanentequity.com/ for more Sign up for Permanent Playbook, our newsletter for operators in the field: https://www.permanentequity.com/newsletter  Sign up for Unqualified Opinions, a new daily newsletter from our very own Tim Hanson: https://www.permanentequity.com/unqualified-opinions  Check out our other podcast episodes here: https://www.permanentequity.com/audio    LEGAL DISCLAIMER This podcast is made available solely for educational purposes, and the information presented here does not constitute investment, legal, tax or other professional advice, and should not be construed as an offering of advisory services, or as a solicitation to buy, an offer to sell, or a recommendation of any securities or other financial instruments. The thoughts and opinions expressed by or through this podcast are those of the individual guests and speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Permanent Equity. The discussion on this podcast of any entity, product or service does not imply an endorsement thereof, and the guests may have a financial interest, whether through investment or otherwise, in one or more of any such entities, products or services. This podcast is presented by Permanent Equity and may not be copied, reproduced, republished or posted, in any form, without its express written consent.  

Who should listen to this episode? EVERYONE. Enneagram 1, David Thomas, joined Suzanne and Joel at the Micah Center to discuss parenting, especially from the perspective of men and fathers who are raising boys. Empathy Ninjas Where do your children experience community that doesn't involve competition? Fear vs. Anxiety The gifts already on board each enneagram personality in raising children more, so much more David is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling ministries. Learn more and find more resources at daystarcounseling.com and raisingboysandgirls.com    PLUG TIME! April 1 through August 30, applications are being accepted for the 2024 LTM Cohorts. The Enneagram Cohort The Contemplative Cohort The Family Systems Cohort You will not find a better space or community to grow in these areas than the LTM Cohort program. Find out more and apply at lifeinthetrinityministry.com   TODAY'S INTRO: Mike Alexander on The Enneagram Journey podcast (June 2022) YMCA, Village People Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg, The Other Guys (2010 Columbia Pictures)

Today friend of BOAW and family therapist, David Thomas, joins us in the studio to talk about our boys and their emotional health. He shares practical wisdom for how parents can equip boys with the tools they need to understand and manage their emotions. Don't miss David sharing who we can look to as the ultimate blueprint for masculinity! Mentioned on this episode:  Wire Talk #140 with David Thomas - The Emotional World of Kids  Grab a copy of David's new book - Raising Emotionally Strong Boys Accompanying workbook - Tools Your Son Can Build on For Life

Dr. Bob sits down with David Thomas -  Ten time Author, Podcaster and Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries. This wonderful conversation is all about raising emotionally strong children, and supporting them to be successful in all areas of life. Don't miss this important conversation! David is the Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. He is the co-author of ten books, including the best-selling Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys and Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social & Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach as well as his two latest titles Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions (available for pre-order now!). He is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts, including his own called Raising Boys and Girls, has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and USA Today, and speaks across the country. He and his wife, Connie, have a daughter, twin sons and a yellow lab named Owen. You can follow him on social media @raisingboysandgirls and find the latest parenting resources at raisingboysandgirls.com. How to contact David Thomas: David Thomas website, "Raising Boys and Girls" David Thomas on Instagram How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656

Program for 11/18/22 Jim Wood: Interview with Dr. David Thomas, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Today's episode is for the boymoms. But girlmoms, I think you'll really like it too. We're talking about what it means to be an emotionally healthy man. If you're raising boys, you're going to want to have a deeper understanding of this. If you're raising girls, you'll want them to. Join me as I interview counselor, author, and speaker, David Thomas, about his new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys. You won't want to miss this one! Tune in now! Subscribe to the MPM podcast email and get a FREE copy of Brooke's How to Pray God's Word for Your Children eBook! LINKS:  Show Notes Enjoy God's Word Online Women's Bible Conference Million Praying Moms on Instagram Psalm (Part 1) Prayer Calendar Get Chapter One of the Praying Mom Book FREE!

 This week Jennifer interviews Daniel and Jake asking questions on the topic of building emotionally strong boys and raising them to be emotionally strong adults.

My next two guests are mastering collaboration over competition. Together, they have written several books, including Are My Kids On Track, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, and Intentional Parenting, to name a few. They are also the hosts of the Raising Boys & Girls podcast. Sissy Goff is the Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries and has been counseling girls for more than twenty years. David has been at Daystar for 25 years, now serving as the Director of Family Counseling. Have you enjoyed our Collaboration Over Competition series so far? If so, it only gets better! On the episode today, David and Sissy talk about the fear of someone liking the other person's books more than they like yours, and how we can benefit from each other's strengths. We also have a discussion on what Sissy and David say are the greatest struggles parents today face, and whether or not parents are responding adequately to kids who might be dealing with depression. David mentioned that he has only authored one book by himself, and he believes collaborating with others makes him a better writer. He says it is so much better when we work together and surround ourselves with people who outpace us. We talked about anxiety and the stress kids experience today as they apply to get into college, and that is something I've only recently come to learn in starting to launch my own children. When I was applying to get into college, it was not competitive – now, kids are up against so many other applicants just to get into their college of choice, and it is causing anxiety to rise dramatically. Sissy says, “Reminding them of their Connect with JamieFacebook //  Instagram // YouTubeGET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

Since outbursts and sullenness are common in boys, it's easy to assume that's just how boys are and they will eventually grow out of it. But what if we understood the reasons behind their meltdowns or aloofness? What if there were tools that could help boys build an emotionally strong foundation? In this episode, Josh and Christi talk with their dear friend, David Thomas, LMSW, author, and Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN, about his new book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys. Here are some highlights: Practical ways to help your son be resourceful, aware, resilient, and empatheticHow we can help our boys problem solve in the midst of their self-pityStrategies to help boys discover a middle ground between shame and blameHow to narrate your own navigation strategies in real time with your kids  Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. Show Notes: Order Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas Listen to the Raising Boys and Girls podcast Follow Raising Boys and Girls on Instagram Order What Do I Do With Anger? Order the Famous at Home book

Adam Griffin, Cassie Bryant, and Chelsea Griffin are joined by David Thomas from Raising boys and Girls to discuss what it looks like to raise emotionally strong children in today's culture.Questions Covered in This Episode:For those who don't know you, David, would you introduce yourself and tell us about you, your family, and your ministry?What's been your favorite episode of Season 4 of the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast?Can you give us a little bit of the story of where this book came from? Can you tell us about the emotional health we see in Jesus? How can we all model that when our culture is going in the other direction?In the book, you talk about what it might be like if we prioritized emotional health the way we prioritize youth sports or academics. What would it look like in our families if we were doing that? What would have to change?Can you help us understand the three “R's” that you talk about, “Recognize, Regulate, and Repair”?When it comes to regulating, how do you know when to encourage which strategy? i.e. go work it out physically or go breathe.One of my favorite lines in your book is “In life, we've been promised struggle, but we've also been guaranteed hope.” Please talk to us about that. What is the hope?You talk about being on a mission to bring back journaling. How do you see that as an important part of dealing with our emotions?If someone doesn't journal and they want to start, how would you advise them to start?What are the scriptures you lean on the most when you're helping families think about raising kids that are emotionally strong?At the conclusion of the book, you encourage the readers to stop asking kids “what do you want to do?” and to start asking “who do you want to be?” Can you help us understand what you mean by that?If our listeners want to pray for you and your family, what can they ask God for on your behalf?Guest Bio:David Thomas is the Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. He is the co-author of ten books, including the best-selling Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys and Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social & Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach as well as his two latest titles Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions. He is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts, including his own called Raising Boys and Girls, has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and USA Today, and speaks across the country. He and his wife, Connie, have a daughter, twin sons, and a yellow lab named Owen. You can follow him on social media @raisingboysandgirls and find the latest parenting resources at raisingboysandgirls.com.Helpful Definitions:Recognize: Paying attention to the signs and signals my body is going to give me when I am having an emotional response.Regulate: Employing healthy coping skills to help me get from stress to settled.Repair: Taking ownership and doing any needed relational work.Blame: Discharged pain.Shame: Self-contempt.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:“Raising Emotionally Strong Boys” by David ThomasRaising boys and Girls PodcastHope HealsJohn 11, Matthew 26:36-46, Matthew 21:12 Isaiah 53:3, Romans 8:22-23, Romans 5:3-5, Ephesians 4:26, Titus 3:4-5Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church.Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | TwitterOur Sister Shows:Knowing Faith | Confronting ChristianityThe Family Discipleship Podcast is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon.

David Thomas, LMSW, is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN.  On today's program, David addresses the issues of how to raise your sons to handle difficult emotions and process complex ideas of masculinity.  Guest information:  www.raisingboysandgirls.com  Our website:  www.oasisnetwork.org

Nashville-based counselor David Thomas is no stranger to the Rooted Parent Podcast: he hosted the entire first season, All About Boys. For this special episode, David is back, sharing with us about his newest book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life. For anyone who raises or mentors boys, David offers excellent insight on several important topics. To name a few:- teaching the three R's: recognize, regulate, repair- helping boys manage and channel the physicality of their emotions- the trap of numbing emotions, particularly through gaming and social media- how to help a boy who's "stuck"- teaching boys to regulate their own emotions, rather than "anchoring" with an adult- the comfort and hope parents can find in praying the Serenity Prayer

"It's never too late. You can pick up right where you are". Great advice from today's guest. I am so excited to be interviewing David Thomas, the author of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life. There is no greater time to start than right now. Make sure the males in your life are being given the tools they need to understand what strength looks like. It is okay to narrate your experiences as a parent, an adult, and even as a human to your children. We cover a lot in such a short time, so make sure you are ready to take down some notes. In This Episode [00:34] - Welcome to another episode of The Crystal Paine Show. [01:24] - I ask David to introduce himself to you. [03:15] - Is this something that you always saw yourself doing? Was this your dream job? [05:34] - Since you've been doing this for a long time, have you seen a shift in what parents are struggling with and what teens are struggling with? [06:38] - Do you feel like there is a reason for that? What's at the root of that? [08:52] - A while back, you were asked to write about raising worry-free boys. And you chose not to do it. I'd love for you to explain why. [11:31] - When boys come up against the discomfort of life that you and I know is just a part of being a human. [13:09] - I'd love for you to define "emotionally strong". [15:43] - We want to raise emotionally strong boys. How do we go about that? [19:42] - I share a quote from the book. [20:09] - How do we, as parents, set that example for our kids when we're just feeling so frustrated? [23:46] - Moms often feel like "if I admit to my child that I don't have it all figured out, I'm somehow failing them". I share a story from my childhood. [27:42] - I would love for you to speak to that mom right now. She is feeling like it's too much, it's too overwhelming. She feels she doesn't have what it takes. She doesn't know what to do with her child. [31:36] - There are so many tools in this book, not just tools for your son, tools for you as well. [33:10] - Thank you, and I would encourage everyone listening, to get a copy of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Links & ResourcesCrystal PaineDavid Thomas, https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Books Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions by David Thomas Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff   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  

Hey, hey! Welcome back to the show! Today's episode will be so helpful to anyone who has a boy in their life that they care about deeply.  David Thomas joins me today to talk about raising emotionally strong boys. He's spent 25 years counseling boys and young men. After all, we live in a world that often bombards our boys with messages like “don't feel” or “don't ask for help.” Both are harmful messages and, unfortunately, ones that many of them absorb throughout their lifetimes.  Listen in as David and I discuss how we can best communicate with the boys (and even the men) in our lives, along with practical ways to help them develop new vocabulary and skills that will better serve them over time.  As the mom of five boys, you know I listened closely to David's advice in this episode, my friends. Such wisdom! David is the director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee. He has co-authored ten books, including his two latest titles, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions.  Listen in to learn more about: What causes boys to instinctively begin to channel all primary emotions (fear, sadness, confusion, disappointment) into anger around ages 9-10 Some red flags may indicate the boys in our lives are struggling emotionally and how we can help them recognize, regulate, and repair those emotions How Jesus is the perfect example of healthy masculinity Favorite quotes: ~Boys tend to have a less expansive emotional vocabulary which makes us think they have fewer emotions. ~Somewhere around  9 to 10 boys instinctively begin  to channel all emotions fear, sadness, confusion and disappointment into one emotion and that is anger. ~Having side by side conversations rather than eye to eye. Even shame registers differently for us as males and too much eye to eye ,where  females can experience intimacy and connection, we males experience shame and  threat in that.  ~Anger is a secondary emotion; there is always something going on beneath.  ~This evidence that Jesus felt all the things we are going to feel and had an emotional  presence and strength in the midst of it. He also was a man who walked in intimate close relationships with a handful  of men. Links to great things we discussed:  "Feels Like Home" | Drew & Ellie Holcomb ... - YouTube Music Kipchoge: The Last Milestone (2021) - IMDb Everything sad is untrue- Book Vuori Clothing: Activewear & Athletic Clothing for Ultimate … David Thompson's website- Raising Boys & Girls Mad Men (TV Series 2007–2015) - IMDb All Hail King Jesus (Lyric Video) - Bethany Wohrle - YouTube Worship for fierce faith - Playlist  Confident Motherhood Community Hope you loved this episode! Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :) xo, Alli 

"Emotionally mature" may not the words you use to describe your son. Maybe your boy is prone to outbursts, or rarely says more than one sentence at a time. Counselor and author David Thomas is here to help us nurture and raise emotionally strong boys. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:30 How can we understand our boys better by using the Incredible Hulk? 5:00 Teach these three R's to your kids so they can regulate themselves, going from stressed to settled 7:00 Work things out for yourself out loud so your child can hear how you manage stress and problems without angry outbursts 9:10 Boys funnel emotions through anger; they are more physical than girls (hitting walls, biting, etc) 11:00 How a walk, run, and movement can help your son regulate emotions 13:30 How to respond according to research when your boy says, “But I want to play my video game, it helps me calm down.” 15:00 Creating a top five list of regulation strategies 17:20 Emotional vocabulary chart - how to get one for free 19:45 The difference between saying “I am depressed” versus “I feel sad” 22:30 Suicidal ideations - how can you tell if your child is serious? 24:30 Adult men lead some of the scariest stats out there - including suicide 27:50 Practice this exercise to put events in perspective (so they know losing homework isn't the end of the world) David Thomas is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN and the coauthor of 10 books. He and his fellow counselor Sissy Goff co-host the podcast Raising Boys and Girls. David's newest book is Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life. Find out more about David Thomas and his book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys at RaisingBoysandGirls.com Take the free quiz, "Is my child getting too much screen time?" at HappyHomeUniversity.orgThe Happy Home is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/HappyHome

"Emotionally mature" may not the words you use to describe your son. Maybe your boy is prone to outbursts, or rarely says more than one sentence at a time. Counselor and author David Thomas is here to help us nurture and raise emotionally strong boys. In today's conversation, you'll learn: 2:30 How can we understand our boys better by using the Incredible Hulk? 5:00 Teach these three R's to your kids so they can regulate themselves, going from stressed to settled 7:00 Work things out for yourself out loud so your child can hear how you manage stress and problems without angry outbursts 9:10 Boys funnel emotions through anger; they are more physical than girls (hitting walls, biting, etc) 11:00 How a walk, run, and movement can help your son regulate emotions 13:30 How to respond according to research when your boy says, “But I want to play my video game, it helps me calm down.” 15:00 Creating a top five list of regulation strategies 17:20 Emotional vocabulary chart - how to get one for free 19:45 The difference between saying “I am depressed” versus “I feel sad” 22:30 Suicidal ideations - how can you tell if your child is serious? 24:30 Adult men lead some of the scariest stats out there - including suicide 27:50 Practice this exercise to put events in perspective (so they know losing homework isn't the end of the world) David Thomas is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN and the coauthor of 10 books. He and his fellow counselor Sissy Goff co-host the podcast Raising Boys and Girls. David's newest book is Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life. Find out more about David Thomas and his book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys at RaisingBoysandGirls.com Take the free quiz, "Is my child getting too much screen time?" at HappyHomeUniversity.com

David Thomas is back on the show today to talk about raising emotionally strong boys. If you haven't listened to his first episode, go back to episode 42 from July of 2021. We talked about simply raising boys and what that looks like. In this episode, we get more in depth about the emotional side ... more »

This week David Thomas, Director of Family Counseling for Daystar Counseling in Nashville, joins us to share from his years and years of experience in family and boy's counseling. In today's episode we cover concepts in his new book. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Strong and Smart: A Boys Guide to Building Healthy Emotions More resources at: Raising Boys & Girls

Read below for a chance to win a copy of David's new book.Research reveals the shocking reality that globally, on average, one man dies by suicide every minute of every day. And in the US, men die by suicide at a rate four times higher thanwomen. Why? What is leading men down a path of despair? Award-winning author and licensed counselor David Thomas has powerful ideas to change this negative narrative for today's boys that he shares in his new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys.Listen to my conversation with David, and hear powerful insights on this important project.For a chance to win a copy of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys,  share this episode on social media and tag Patricia Holbrook. All social media tags are found below.To read Patricia's column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution featuring lessons from this interview, click here:   Soaring With Him Ministries.  To find out more about David Thomas, click on this link: Raising Boys & Girls and to order his new book, click on this link: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys.‼️ Please subscribe to my show, leave a  good review and spread the word!Click on the links to connect with Patricia on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTuSupport the show

Boys… whatcha gonna do with them? Just kidding.    But they really are unique creatures and if you're raising one or more, you know that finding ways to help them communicate and express their feelings in a healthy way can be challenging.    David Thomas is a Pardon the Mess favorite, and he's with us today discussing the importance of raising emotionally strong boys. Don't miss his insight into why our boys suffer from higher rates of suicide, addiction, and pornography abuse—oftentimes because they haven't learned to deal with their emotions in a healthy way.    Here are a few highlights: Modeling healthy communication with our boys  The three “R's” of emotional health  How anxiety and depression present in boys What healthy relationships look like for boys When pulling away is okay… and when it's not    David's new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys is a must-read. Check it out and all the other great resources offered through Daystar Counseling! Resources from today's show:  Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life Raising Boys and Girls NIV Teen Study Bible A Parent's Prayer Guide: Key Psalms to Pray Over Your Kids

People ask me all the time when I'm going to write a parenting book. My answer is NEVER because David already has. II have devoured every single thing this man has written and said about parenting as well as trusted him with the heart of our youngest for years through the counseling program at Daystar where David Thomas is the head of family couonseling. In today's epidsode David TAKES US TO SCHOOL on how the old fashioned ways of raising boys may need some course correction. Trust me you are goonna love it... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

People ask me all the time when I'm going to write a parenting book. My answer is NEVER because David already has. II have devoured every single thing this man has written and said about parenting as well as trusted him with the heart of our youngest for years through the counseling program at Daystar where David Thomas is the head of family couonseling. In today's epidsode David TAKES US TO SCHOOL on how the old fashioned ways of raising boys may need some course correction. Trust me you are goonna love it... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

DR. MEG WITH GUEST DAVID THOMAS (Part 1)Boys need to be coached in the hard work of building emotional muscles. For many boys, the muscles are simply weak or underdeveloped. But weak muscles can get stronger with work. Building emotional muscles is some of the most important, yet most neglected, work in a boy's journey to manhood. Impacting his everyday life as a son, brother, student, athlete, and friend, these muscles will define who he will become as a husband, father, friend and coworker. Guest David Thomas shares in simple yet profound detail how boys can develop the 3 R's (Recognize, Regulate & Repair) -- Much like a car's dashboard, they can pay attention to emotional signals that come along, and how the proper response can keep them from facing further damage down the road. BREAK DR. MEG WITH GUEST DAVID THOMAS (Part 2)Helping boys find their way to the full experience of being human and being fully masculine is what guest David Thomas is aiming for in all his work. Dr. Meg and David Thomas continue their candid conversation, discussing topics such as:·   What is the value of allowing your son to feel discomfort?·   Do violent video games have an effect on the emotions and actions of a boy?·   How does technology affect boys?·   The connection between “healthy risk” and why boys seem to be less passionate about masculine things than in the past generations Follow David Thomas on Facebook and Instagram @raisingboysandgirls and find his latest parenting resources at raisingboysandgirls.com. FROM THE PRODUCERThanks for listening to Episode #170, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, and for helping Dr. Meg's parenting revolution reach more than SEVEN MILLION downloads! Please subscribe, rate and leave a review for us on iTunes! Get Social with Dr. Meg on Facebook & Instagram @MegMeekerMDCheck out Dr. Meg's parenting resources and tools! www.meekerparenting.com

This week as a part of our “best of” Pardon the Mess interviews, David Thomas is with us to talk about all things related to our boys.    Picture this: you're picking up your son from the first day of school after waiting to hear all about his day. Even as he's closing the car door you begin asking the most critical of questions like... How is your teacher? What friends are in your class? Who did you meet? Did you talk to any girls? What did you have for lunch? Are you tired? Why are you so quiet? Were the kids mean to you?    Apparently unaware of the millions of questions swirling in your mind, your son simply responds that his day was “good.” I feel your pain (like really feel your pain), and David Thomas from Daystar Counseling in Nashville does, too.    David talks with us about our boys' developmental stages: explorer (0-4), lover (5-8), individual (9-12), wanderer (13-17), warrior (18-23). We also discuss the best ways to communicate and connect with our boys, which apparently does not involve barraging them with questions the second they get into the car (my bad).    So glad you're with us today.    Resources from today's show:   Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas Helping Moms Raise Confident Daughters Every Home for Christ

In this episode, Dave Domzalski talks with David Thomas about how to help our boys develop emotionally. He's the Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN and author of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life. FOLLOW DAVID THOMAS Books: https://amzn.to/3Ow8hJc Web: https://RaisingBoysAndGirls.com How Children Raise Parents: https://amzn.to/3ucq8wG RESOURCES TUTTLE TWINS - https://daddevotionals.com/tuttletwins RUN THE MONEY - https://RunTheMoney.com BLUEHOST - https://RunTheMoney.com/bluehost CONNECT WITH DAVE @ DAD DEVOTIONALS Web: https://www.DadDevotionals.com Shop: https://daddevotionals.com/shop/ Text Dave: 717-913-5671 Join Other Devoted Dads: https://daddevotionals.com/devoteddads --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/david-domzalski/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-domzalski/support

I am so happy to welcome my friend, David Thomas, to the show again. He's been a regular on the show and we co-hosted the first two seasons of the Raising Boys & Girls podcast together along with our friend, Sissy Goff. David is the director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN and is the author of 10 books. Today, we are talking about his latest books—Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and the workbook for kids titled Strong and Smart.   He brings his 25 years of practice to the table. We start by talking about what it looks like to be emotionally strong—redefining what masculine strength is. Then, we talk about what to do when you as the mom are clued in to help, but what do you do if the father isn't interested. We talk about what to do when all emotions are channeled as anger. And lastly we talk about how summer is a great time to work on these things. Per usual, David brings a wealth of help to us so pull up a chair and join the conversation.   Order Sarah's book, A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith and Myself   Sign up for Sarah's monthly Survival Kit Newsletter   Connect with Sarah: Website | Instagram

My friend (and all around best.counselor.ever), David Thomas, is back on the pod today with so much wisdom on raising the young men in our lives. This is such an important conversation for not just parents, but for humans in general. (Because of the nature of David's work at Daystar Counseling, we talk about some topics, like suicide, that may be painful for you, and too grown-up for my miniBFFs. Please listen with those thoughts in mind.) . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our partners! Epic Will: Go to epicwill.com and use promo code FUN for 10% off! Awana: Try one month of Talk About for FREE with special promo code TSF. Start today at talkaboutdiscipleship.com Shopify: Go to shopify.com/soundsfun, for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features. Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/soundsfun. Policygenius: Head to Policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save.

When it comes to understanding boys, David Thomas is someone I have learned so much from. With over 25 years of counseling experience, and having co-authored multiple books, David has a heart for helping boys build the “emotional muscles” that are an essential, yet often-neglected part of a boy's journey to manhood.  Today we get to talk about the practical help he offers parents in his brand-new book, “Raising Emotionally Strong Boys”, and in the companion guide (for boys) “Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions”. In today's interview, David defines “emotional healthiness”, and explains why emotions can be difficult for boys to communicate about. He talks about the “3 R's” that can help boys respond to stress, and so much more!  I appreciate David's compassionate and practical help so much, and I think all parents will benefit from what he shares! www.monicaswanson.com/episode-162 Podcast page (for all episodes) www.monicaswanson.com/podcast * Be sure to check out the Character Training Course's SUMMER SALE beginning (today!) June 15th (doors will be open for one week only!) Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, the self-paced video lessons, downloads and interviews (including two with Wendy!) will equip and encourage you to raise kids of character. Find out more here!

Today I am SO excited to share with you my conversation with David Thomas. David is an author, a speaker, and a counselor at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN. In this conversation, David shares such incredible wisdom, and insight based on his experience as a father of three, and twenty-five years of walking with and working with kids that have come in and out of his office. In all of his work, including the incredible Raising Boys and Girls podcast that he co-hosts with fellow Daystar counselors Sissy Goff and Melissa Trevathan, and his books Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys : A Practical Guide to Understanding the Way, The Mind, The Heart of a Boy and his latest book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life David shares his passion for boys to be seen for who they truly are from the inside out. These resources are also dedicated to equipping parents and other adults who have young kids in their lives to be able to practically connect with these young hearts and help navigate what they're experiencing as they grow. He shares with us some of those insights and a flyover of the five stages of development we see through a boys life from birth until fully developed maturity in their early-mid twenties, and how we as the adults in their lives can meet them where they are all along the way as well as what challenges they may be facing as they grow.  If navigating raising kids wasn't already a challenge, because it has always been a sanctifying experience,  statistics that David and his partners at Daystar have found show that we are experiencing an epidemic of anxiety in children. So David is passionate about helping us adults think through how can we pivot and be proactive in the emotional lives of kids instead of reactive when we start to really see some signs that something is going on. David says “All behavior is communication,” so with that in mind he tries to peel back the layers and look underneath the behaviors to get to the heart of what's really going on, and also taking into account the hard wiring of how boys in particular process emotion and anxiety in their bodies.  Also, please know this episode isn't just for parents of boys, it has such helpful info for all kids of multiple ages, and its also not just for parents! There's such good stuff here, and I cannot wait for you to hear it.  No matter where you are in this journey, don't forget that you matter, and your story matters, and the Lord will complete the work He has begun in you, and in the lives of the kids you love.  Episode Sponsor: Tony Crabtree of Crabtree Homes with Exit Realty Home buyer guide: http://bit.ly/buyersguidecrabtreehomes Seller guide: http://bit.ly/sellerguidecrabtreehomes Facebook Instagram Website YouTube Connecting with David and Daystar Counseling:  Daystar Counseling in Nashville (This is how you can reach out for a consult with David) Facebook Instagram Raising Boys and Girls Podcast  Website  References: -Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys : A Practical Guide to Understanding the Way, The Mind, The Heart of a Boy -Sissy Goff  -Young Life -Stephen James (co-author of Wild Things) -Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life Are My Kids On Track? -Raising Worry-Free Girls  -David and Sissy working through the stages of development on the Raising Boys & Girls Podcast began with this episode, and then the following 8 podcasts are dedicated to each stage of development for boys AND girls.  -Feelings Chart -Strong & Smart Workbook -Phil Herndon and Sage Hill Counseling (Phil was on the podcast in episode 50 ) -”The Heart of the Matter” by Don Henley  -Sissy's workbook Braver, Stronger, Smarter Scripture Reference:  Philippians 1:6- He will complete the work He began in you. ---- JOIN OUR PATREON COMMUNITY!!!! I would be honored to have your support to keep the Simply Stories Podcast going! You can sign up for as little as $3 a month and each tier offers gifts that I hope will bless you in return.  Connecting with Emily and Simply Stories Podcast:Instagram (Em life // Podcast Life)FacebookTwitterBlog  *Intro and Outro music is from audionautix.com  

Why is it that we are so often led to believe that boys and men must supress their emotions in order to be truly masculine? It is as if the terms "emotional" and "masculine" are mutually exclusive. Our guest today has a different perspective. David Thomas believes that boys are healthier if they are emotionally strong. He also makes a powerful case that emotionally strong boys become much healthier men - a profound message given the sad mental health statistics for men. David has done extensive research on this topic, and draws from decades of counselling experience. He has written about it in his new book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys. He shares his insights with us today - insights which will help you raise your son in a way that is mentally, physically and spiritually healthy.

Our sons are constantly receiving messages about how to handle their emotions - from us as moms and dads, or from other men in their lives and from our culture as well. All too often that message has been “Be strong, emotion other than anger only shows weakness” and this to their detriment. Anxiety and depression are rapidly on the rise and our boys are not immune.  We need our boys to grow into men who are strong of character and a beautiful, if undervalued, aspect of that is helping them learn how to name and process their emotions. This can be difficult to do as a grown up - imagine how your child experiences this and the training they need!  Counselor and author David Thomas works regularly with boys and their families to help them put his three R's of emotional processing into practice - recognize, regulate, and repair. Listen as he walks us through the importance of these practices and how they can set our sons up for lifelong emotional health. His new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools You Son Can Build On for Life, and companion study guide for boys, Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions release June 14th Connect with David Thomas:  Website:  https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raisingboysandgirls  Instagram:  @raisingboysandgirls Podcast: Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Links Mentioned:   Emotions Chart Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions by David Thomas  Related Episodes: Understanding Boys Better :: David Thomas [Ep 315] Bruce Learns to Label His Feelings :: Bruce & Heather [Ep 316] Emotional Milestones :: Sissy Goff & David Thomas [Ep 160] The Art of Nurturing Boys :: David Thomas [Ep 119] Getting Brave About Anxiety :: Sissy Goff [Ep 311] Featured Sponsors:  Thrive. Join Thrive Market today to get 40% off your first order AND a FREE gift worth over fifty dollars! Visit ThriveMarket.com/DMA. Peloton. The Peloton Bike+ is now $500 less, its best price yet! Including FREE delivery and setup. Visit onepeloton.com to learn more. Storyworth. Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/DMA.  

Every boy needs things only a father can give. In part 2 of this 2 part conversation, we continue our interview with David Thomas, a sought after counselor with 26 years experience helping boys and families. We begin to dive into understanding the developmental stages of boys into men. • Explorer (roughly age 1-4) • Lover (5-8) • Individual (9-12) • Wanderer (13-18) • Warrior (17-25) I also asked him "Is it our job as fathers to push or pull our sons through the stages to become men, or do they naturally flow from one into the other?" What mistakes are common for fathers to make when fathering boys as they transition into manhood, between 7 and 20+ years old? What do we as fathers tend to focus too much on? Too little on? And what should we focus more on instead? What is your counsel to fathers when we blow it? How do we most effectively reconnect with sons? Very practically, what habits can we, as fathers, build into our routines with our sons to keep the lines of communication and joy open? What common qualities do you see in good, effective fathers? What do you want to say to men who fear they do not have what it takes to raise a son? (Maybe because fathering was not modeled well for them?) If you are a father to a boy, you will wanna hear this encouraging discussion. And be sure to go back and listen to part 1. ABOUT David Thomas: DAVID THOMAS, L.M.S.W., (Licensed Master Social Worker) is the Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. He is the co-author of ten books, including the best-selling "Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys" and "Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social & Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach" as well as his two latest titles "Raising Emotionally Strong Boys" and the companion workbook "Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions" (available for pre-order now!). He is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts, including his own called Raising Boys and Girls, has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and USA Today, and speaks across the country. He and his wife, Connie, have a daughter, twin sons and a yellow lab named Owen. You can follow him on social media @raisingboysandgirls and find the latest parenting resources at raisingboysandgirls.com. Daystar Counseling Ministries: https://www.daystarcounseling.com/ Raising Boys and Girls website: https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Raising Boys and Girls podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-boys-girls/id1366344369 David Thomas has written several books on raising boys, including: 1. Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys 2. Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social & Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach 3. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys (available for pre-order now!) 4. Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions" (available for pre-order now!) See his bibliography on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/David-Thomas/e/B001JS98NC?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000

Every boy needs things only a father can give. So what are those things? In part 1 of this 2 part conversation, Jay talks with David Thomas, Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries, to help us understand the developmental stages of boys into men and what they need uniquely from their fathers.  ABOUT: DAVID THOMAS, L.M.S.W., (Licensed Master Social Worker) is the Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. He is the co-author of ten books, He is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts, including his own called Raising Boys and Girls, has been featured in publications like The Washington Post and USA Today, and speaks across the country. He and his wife, Connie, have a daughter, twin sons and a yellow lab named Owen. You can follow him on social media @raisingboysandgirls and find the latest parenting resources at raisingboysandgirls.com. Daystar Counseling Ministries: https://www.daystarcounseling.com/ Raising Boys and Girls website: https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Raising Boys and Girls podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-boys-girls/id1366344369 David Thomas has written several books on raising boys, including: 1. Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys 2. Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Emotional, Social & Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach 3. Raising Emotionally Strong Boys (available for pre-order now!) 4. Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions" (available for pre-order now!) See his bibliography on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/David-Thomas/e/B001JS98NC?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000

Sissy and David start off the series of discussions centered around Sissy's book, Raising Worry Free Girls, by talking about what parents need to understand about anxiety in kids.LINKSRaising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World S4, E34: Kids and Technology with Titania Jordan and Matt McKee from BarkS5, E17: Madeline Levine, PhDWin a signed copy of Raising Worry Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by completing our Podcast Listener Survey at raisingboysandgirls.com/survey!

Meteorologist and TODAY Show co-host Dylan Dreyer speaks with Sissy and David about how seeing the parallels between weather and emotions in her three young boys led her to write her Misty the Cloud series of books.LINKSMisty the Cloud: A Very Stormy DayMisty the Cloud: Friends Through Rain or ShinePreorder Misty the Cloud: Fun Is in the AirWin a signed copy of Raising Worry Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by completing our Podcast Listener Survey at raisingboysandgirls.com/survey!

Anne and Nate Morrow talk with Sissy and David about parenting twins, adoption, school community, teachers, football, and taco rings.LINKSTaco Ring RecipeA special thank you to our partners for this week's episode:Liquid I.V. - Grab your Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 20% off when you go to liquidiv.com and use code rbg at checkout.Hiya Health - Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.Win a signed copy of Raising Worry Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by completing our Podcast Listener Survey at raisingboysandgirls.com/survey!

As we kick of a new year, Sissy and David discuss how giving our kids a sense of purpose can help them combat anxiety and stress, regulate anger, and ward off depression. And Melissa wraps things up by answering the important question: what is our purpose?LINKS:Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David ThomasStrong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions by David ThomasRaising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy GoffA special thank you to our partners for this week's episode:EveryPlate - Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.39 per meal on your first box by going to EveryPlate and entering code rbg139.Win a signed copy of Raising Worry Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by completing our Podcast Listener Survey at raisingboysandgirls.com/survey!

Need effective tools to help your kids overcome worry and anxiety and build strong emotional health? Sissy Goff and David Thomas are back with Season 5 of the podcast to help you navigate all of the emotions! Get the books, Raising Worry-Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and follow along this season!Braver, Stronger, Smarter - This illustrated guide--created for girls ages 6 to 11, the stage when anxiety issues often surface--will help your daughter see how brave, strong, and smart God made her.Strong and Smart - This workbook was created primarily to help elementary-age boys understand themselves better and learn how to work through overwhelming emotions. With relatable stories and writing and drawing prompts to guide him, your boy will learn for himself what it takes to be strong and smart, tough and tender, loyal and loving. A special thank you to our partners of this week's episode:Organifi - Go to www.organifi.com/RBG and use code RBG for 20% off your order.EveryPlate - Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal on your first box by going to EveryPlate and entering code rbg149.

In David's new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, he talks about the two P's that play a primary role in our kids' lives when it comes to relationships and human connection: Parents and Peers. He and Sissy discuss what they see kids and parents dealing with regularly, and offer some practical ideas that can help in developing and maintaining those connections. Melissa also shares her personal experience with our God-given desire for intimacy.LinksRaising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David ThomasA special thank you to our partners of this week's episode:Get glasses as ever-changing as you are, with Pair. Go to paireyewear.com/raisingboysandgirls for 15% off your first purchase.Explorer Bible for Kids - Learn more at explorerbibleforkids.com. Buy your copy today from Lifeway.com and get 50% off using code RBG.

Whether you're parenting toddlers or teens - these 5 books will give you the tools you need to create a healthier family. Join us as we dive into Karen's top recommendations for parenting books that offer invaluable insights, practical strategies, and wisdom to navigate the ups and downs of raising children. From building strong connections to setting boundaries with love, this episode is packed with essential reads for every parent's bookshelf.Episode Recap:4:25 - These 5 books truly helped Karen in her parenting journey5:25 - Personality Plus for Parents unpacks the four temperaments7:30 - PPP helps you understand the child's strengths and weaknesses, especially if they are very different from your own13:21- A Grown Ups Guide to Kids' Wiring - great for “translating” our kids behavior and helping us speak to them in ways that are more effective 15:40 - Boundaries book: moms are afraid to set boundaries with our kids, but boundaries bring security18:17- The Birth Order Book explains how the order of our children and age gaps in our family can help us understand our kids' behavior and tendencies22:10 - The Five Love Languages of Children 28:02 - Honorable Mentions: Survival Guide to Motherhood, Parenting By The Book, Raising Worry-free Girls, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, Wild Things, Shepherding A Child's Heart, Parenting Your Powerful Child, The New Strong-Willed Child, Moms on Call Parenting SeriesQuestions for Discussion:What is the most helpful parenting book you have read to date? Why? Have you read any of Karen's Top 5 books? Which one? How has it helped you parent more effectively? Which of these books do you think would help equip you for the season of parenting you are in? Resources:Personality Plus for Parents: https://amzn.to/3UHqTdyA Grown Ups Guide to Kids' Wiring: https://amzn.to/3ysKgziBoundaries series of books: https://amzn.to/3ypMYFMhttps://amzn.to/3WFjXA1Even Jesus Set Boundaries blog post: https://birdsonawiremoms.com/blog/2019/3/21/even-jesus-set-boundariesThe Birth Order Book: https://amzn.to/4bypAEl The Five Love Languages of Children: https://amzn.to/4bCFkqe Honorable Mentions: Survival Guide to Motherhood: https://amzn.to/4bysA3zParenting By The Book: https://amzn.to/4bfuR46Raising Worry-free Girls: https://amzn.to/4ag7fLjRaising Emotionally Strong Boys: https://amzn.to/4dF5hH8 Wild Things: https://amzn.to/4dEN2lqShepherding A Child's Heart: https://amzn.to/3UXO4l4Parenting Your Powerful Child: https://amzn.to/44FtB7MThe New Strong-Willed Child: https://amzn.to/4bgvJWfMoms on Call Parenting Series: https://amzn.to/44ClNnnWant to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out: www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms  and Facebook: www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms

Need effective tools to help your kids overcome worry and anxiety and build strong emotional health? Sissy Goff and David Thomas are back with Season 5 of the podcast to help you navigate all of the emotions! Get the books, Raising Worry-Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and follow along this season!Braver, Stronger, Smarter - This illustrated guide--created for girls ages 6 to 11, the stage when anxiety issues often surface--will help your daughter see how brave, strong, and smart God made her.Strong and Smart - This workbook was created primarily to help elementary-age boys understand themselves better and learn how to work through overwhelming emotions. With relatable stories and writing and drawing prompts to guide him, your boy will learn for himself what it takes to be strong and smart, tough and tender, loyal and loving. A special thank you to our partners of this week's episode:Organifi - Go to www.organifi.com/RBG and use code RBG for 20% off your order.EveryPlate - Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal on your first box by going to EveryPlate and entering code rbg149.