Podcasts about worry free parent

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.

We have been waiting for this conversation for so long. We have multiple friends who have told us how much they adore Amy Julia Becker for years and it was a delight to get to sit down with her recently. She shares so much wisdom and hope on what it looks like to reimagine family life with disability. You're going to want to listen, share, and take notes on this episode. Reimagining the Good Life Podcast How to Become a Worry-Free Parent with Sissy Goff IG: @amyjuliabecker To Be Made Well White Picket Fences Prepare Him Room Advent Devotional The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration by Isabel Wilkerson Strength to Love by Martin Luther King Jr. If you enjoyed this episode, check out Ep 34: Parenting with Unconditional Love with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons. . . . . . Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With many children heading back to school, you won't want to miss Chris Fabry Live. Have you noticed your children pick up on your fear and anxiety? Author and counselor Sissy Goff says worry is contagious, but you can stop its spread. What do you do as a parent if your child or teenager is filled with anxiety? Hear encouragement for parents and students alike—on a "Best of" conversation on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sadie digs into anxiety, social pressure, and trusting your instincts with Sissy Goff, a veteran counselor and author of more than a dozen parenting books. Sadie shares several personal parenting challenges she's faced over the past few years and how Sissy's books have helped her overcome them. Sissy illustrates the differences between fear, worry, and anxiety, as well as the various places those feelings stem from within our brains and personalities. Sissy recognizes the importance and difficulty of overcoming anxiety in order to break the cycle of fear that can be passed down from one generation to the next. Sissy's book, "The Worry-Free Parent," is available now. This episode of WHOA That's Good is sponsored by: https://www.covenanteyes.com/sadie — Try Covenant Eyes FREE for 30 days with promo code WHOA. https://sadiepens.com — Stock up on Mr. Pen Bible journaling supplies today! https://hungryroot.com/whoa — Get 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

July's Theme is Raising Boys and Girls Encore PresentationKids and parents are way more anxious than they were in the 90s. What is happening to make anxiety so contagious and common? Pull up a chair for an illuminating, truth-filled conversation with counselor Sissy Goff as she shares principles from her new book, The Worry-Free Parent. In this conversation, you'll learn: 3:30 The two things you need to hear right now as a parent 4:25 What's changed in counseling today versus the '90s 7:20 How does our anxiety rub off on our kids? 10:10 Which parenting style do you identify with? 14:30 Neuroplasticity - What happens if we keep reinforcing our worried brain? 18:00 I hear so much about parents who compare themselves to other parents on social media 19:10 Try this if you have a hard time falling asleep 21:30 Let go of the bottom 20% 24:00 My mom is more nurturing to me when I have panic attacks… 26:00 When parents have anxious thoughts, I want you to reframe this way 28:30 How to create more security at home with these two things Sissy Goff is the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville. She speaks across the country and cohosts the popular Raising Boys and Girls with David Thomas. Sissy has authored several books such as Raising Worry Free Girls. Learn more about Sissy and her latest book, The Worry-Free Parent at raisingboysandgirls.com Follow Sissy on Instagram @sissygoff More Resources for Your Family: Arlene's Free Marriage Webinar -- Get Unstuck in Your Marriage. If you feel stuck in a rut or you've just lost that lovin' feeling, register for Arlene's free marriage webinar. Subscribe to Arlene's free email list for a monthly resource to help your home. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's new Happy Home YouTube Channel youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome Special thanks to HireMyMom.com

We are doing something we haven't done on the podcast yet: we are featuring a “best of” episode! I think about this interview with Sissy Goff regularly in my parenting and so it is worth playing again! Sissy has been counseling kids for over 30 years. She has written multiple books about anxiety in kids and now she has a book about anxiety in parents. The Worry Free Parent is a resource I cannot recommend enough. You guys, parenting has always been hard, but Sissy will tell you parents have never been so stressed out and anxious. So today we are talking about why parents are so stressed out, different ways our anxiety shows up in our parenting and how we can respond to that anxiety. We get real practical here, so listen for some ways you can help your kids grow more resilient, how you can calm yourself down, and some of the best ways to find a good counselor.Don't miss her amazing wisdom around the 14 minute mark! Her advice has been a game changer for me!Connect with SissyWebsite:https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/The Worry Free Parent bookInstagram:@sissygoff @raisingboysandgirlsLinks mentioned:American Association of Christian CounselorsDaystar CounselingGet your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of Faith03:39The Pressure and Anxiety of Parenting Today08:43The Impact of Parenting Styles on Children's Anxiety12:14The Importance of Allowing Kids to Struggle and Develop Resilience18:29Trying Softer: Being Gentle with Ourselves as Parents21:34Practical Strategies for Managing Parental Anxiety25:47Seeking Help: The Role of Counseling in Parental Anxiety29:04Encouragement for ParentsThe Christian Parenting Podcast is part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network. As a donor funded ministry, we rely on generous supporters like you to keep this show going. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider giving a gift today. Join the Christian Parenting Legacy Builders communityPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Have you ever felt isolated because you can't open up to others? Do you worry that showing vulnerability might lead to more hurt? You are in for such a special treat today. This is such an honest, incredibly real conversation about the risks of vulnerability, the hurts that come from letting others in AND the incredible opportunities for intimacy, connection, and healing when we do. My dear friends, Kathy Tuan-MacLean and Tara Edelschick, authors of the new Bible study experience, "Moms at the Well," surveyed over seven hundred moms and discovered most women struggle with worry, anger, comparison, escapism, a desire for control, and heartbreak. Yet most women feel alone in these struggles. If you've ever felt lonely or skeptical about finding community with other women, this episode is for you. Here's what we cover: * The dissonance we feel about vulnerability (2:21) * How 1 marriage crisis launched a 20 year small group (11:28) * 2 essential ingredients to safeguard trust (16:00) * How they dealt with gossip (21:50) * Strategies for dealing with hurt feelings, ruptures & repair (24:38) * One shocking result from their survey (34:43) * The strategy Alison used to find a friend when lonely (43:35) * The one thing that kills group trust (48:43) For 20% off + free shipping for Moms at the Well, use code IVPPOD20 here Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here Thanks to our sponsors: Go to www.organifi.com/bestofyou today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout. Whether you're exploring distant lands or enjoying a staycation at home, Cozy Earth has your back. Visit cozyearth.com and unlock an exclusive 35% off with code BESTOFYOU. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self. Go to thrivemarket.com/bestofyou for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Related Episodes: Episode 103: Name, Frame, and Brave Gossip Episode 85: The Goal of a Healthy Family & 6 Roles We Take On In Dysfunction Episode 66: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Become a Worry Free Parent with Sissy Goff Episode 65: Vulnerability, Parenting, and Letting Go of Control—Inside A Guy's Perspective With Our Friends From Dadville Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. Time and time again, when veteran counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff has an anxious child or teen in her office, she's found they have at least one very well-intentioned but anxious parent. Anxiety is contagious. How can you keep it from defining your family's future? Show Notes and Resources Connect with Sissy Goff and catch more of their thoughts at Raisingboysandgirls.com, and on Facebook and Instagram. And grab Sissy Goff's book, "The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too" in our shop. Or we'll send it at no cost to you with a donation of any size this week, as our way of saying a huge "Thank you!" for partnering with us toward stronger families around the world. Intrigued by today's episode? Think deeper about Anxiety by listening to Parenting Kids With Anxiety. Want to hear more episodes by Sissy Goff, listen here! Donate to FamilyLife Today! Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

Anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. Time and time again, when veteran counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff has an anxious child or teen in her office, she's found they have at least one very well-intentioned but anxious parent. Anxiety is contagious. How can you keep it from defining your family's future? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

Anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. Time and time again, when veteran counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff has an anxious child or teen in her office, she's found they have at least one very well-intentioned but anxious parent. Anxiety is contagious. How can you keep it from defining your family's future? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29

In this episode, I sit down with counselor and author Sissy Golf, Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville. We talk about the astonishing rise in anxiety in children in the past five years and the impact on both parents and children. She also talked about the importance of faith in coping with anxiety. Her new book, "The Worry-Free Parent," offers practical strategies for parents to overcome their own anxieties and help their children. Don't miss our insightful conversation as we tackle the pressing issues facing families today.- To watch it on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/uj_C8ymaIcY- To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/4btRand- Enter for a chance to win a copy here: https://kingsumo.com/g/mnr7tw/the-worry-free-parent-book-giveaway#Godsizedstories #faithjourney #christianpodcast #christianstories #christianinspiration #anxiety #SissyGoff #TheWorryFreeParent #parenting #anxiety #anxietyrelief #parentingtips Support the showClick on the link above to support us and help keep this show going!Click on the links to connect with Patricia on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube

Join with Antioch Campus Ministry staff and host Aaron Smith as we read "The Worry-Free Parent" by Sissy Goff, who is Executive Director of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. This book will give us practical, research-based tools to process anxiety in healthy ways instead of passing it on and to get to a place of deeper connection with our kids. This week we will be discussing chapters 1 & 2.

Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, is the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN.  On today's episode, Sissy provides clinically proven exercises to help you pinpoint the best anxiety-fighting tools for you and your family.  Guest information:  www.raisingboysandgirls.com  Our website:  www.oasisnetwork.org

It's hard to lead a family! It's even harder when you didn't experience health in your own family as a child. Today, I'm walking you through what a healthy family looks like and what happens when it gets out of balance. This is a practical, non-shaming guide to identifying what's working in your family and how to course-correct when it's not! Here's what we cover: 1. The goal of a healthy family (5:19) 2. Signs of dysfunction vs. signs of health (8:07) 3. 6 extreme roles children get pushed into (19:44) 4. 4 simple, research-backed strategies to create harmony within your family (37:28) Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ Leave them here. Want to receive free bonus content? ⁠⁠Sign up for my free weekly email here. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to ⁠www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠ today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Ritual's Essential for Women 18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Get 40% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/BESTOFYOU. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout. Go to AquaTru.com and enter code BESTOFYOU at checkout to get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self. Get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Go to thrivemarket.com/bestofyou for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Related Episodes: Episode 16: What are Attachment Styles and Why Does it Matter? Episode 68: How *Not* to Lose Yourself–Remaining You While Raising Them with Alli Worthington Episode 66: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Become a Worry Free Parent with Sissy Goff Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, we dive into the beginnings of adolescence. As we know, girls have often surged ahead in their maturity, physically and emotionally. Which, in this stage, means not-so-great news. But, the sooner we see girls move into their teenage angsty-ness, the sooner they move out of it. For girls, we'll call these years the narcissistic years…because, IYKYK. For boys, we'll call him the Individual. Listen along as we dive into who he and she are in their middle school years. And our hope is that this conversation gives you hope as you buckle up for what we believe are some of the toughest years in a child's life…and a parent's, too...particularly for girls. Boy parents, yours is coming next! Proverbs 30:18-19 in The Message says, “Three things amaze me, no, four things I'll never understand—how an eagle flies so high in the sky, how a snake glides over a rock, how a ship navigates the ocean, why adolescents act the way they do.” In case you missed Stage One and Stage Two, the episodes are linked below. Episode 133: Stage One: The Early Years - Who They Are Episode 135: Stage One: The Early Years - What They Need Episode 142: Stage Two: The Elementary Years - Who They Are Episode 144: Stage Two: The Elementary Years - What They Need For a deeper dive, we've now got the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom! . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, written with Melissa, Raising Girls discusses the stages of girls. Order the The Worry-Free Parent or The Worry-Free Parent Workbook today! Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Find us on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: Bite: Go to trybite.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout to get 20% off your first order. EveryPlate: Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to everyplate.com/podcast and entering code 49rbg. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Sissy Goff, an accomplished counselor and leading voice in parenting and child psychology. As an Enneagram 1, Sissy has served as the director of counseling at Daystar Ministries since 1993, where she has impacted countless families over decades of devoted work. She returns to discuss the connection between parental anxiety and anger and how they impact our children. We also explore:  Her experience as an Enneagram 1 and how it's helped shape her role as a guide and mentor in teaching parents how best to bond and communicate with their children. The difference between worry and anxiety and what you can do to become a better parent for your children. You won't want to miss Sissy Goff's thoughtful guidance and timeless advice. This discussion promises to be an essential listen for every parent.  

Join host Ginny Yurich and renowned guest Sissy Goff on a transformative journey through Sissy's newest book "The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence so Your Kids Can Too." Explore the seismic shift in parenting over the last five years. Delve into staggering statistics, such as 1 in 4 kids and 1 in 3 adolescents are battling anxiety, with girls twice as likely as boys. Uncover the crucial link between parental anxiety and children's struggles, as Sissy emphasizes the imperative for parents to do their own work. Discover practical insights on combating anxiety's impact with parental warmth and understanding the smile network in your brain. Gain essential skills on managing intensity, fostering independence, and empowering kids through challenging tasks. Explore the powerful mix of anxiety and intensity, and why micromanaging stems from this combination. Hear about the how of allowing children to do hard things and building confidence through unstructured play. Capture the essence of Sissy's advice on relieving academic pressure, embracing play, and being the calmest person in the room. This episode will leave you with actionable strategies and a renewed perspective on parenting in the age of anxiety.  *** Learn more about Sissy and The Raising Boys and Girls Podcast here >> https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Order your copy of The Worry-Free Parent here >> https://amzn.to/3vlr5pz *** 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

Join host Ginny Yurich and renowned guest Sissy Goff on a transformative journey through Sissy's newest book "The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence so Your Kids Can Too." Explore the seismic shift in parenting over the last five years. Delve into staggering statistics, such as 1 in 4 kids and 1 in 3 adolescents are battling anxiety, with girls twice as likely as boys. Uncover the crucial link between parental anxiety and children's struggles, as Sissy emphasizes the imperative for parents to do their own work. Discover practical insights on combating anxiety's impact with parental warmth and understanding the smile network in your brain. Gain essential skills on managing intensity, fostering independence, and empowering kids through challenging tasks. Explore the powerful mix of anxiety and intensity, and why micromanaging stems from this combination. Hear about the how of allowing children to do hard things and building confidence through unstructured play. Capture the essence of Sissy's advice on relieving academic pressure, embracing play, and being the calmest person in the room. This episode will leave you with actionable strategies and a renewed perspective on parenting in the age of anxiety.  *** Learn more about Sissy and The Raising Boys and Girls Podcast here >> https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/ Order your copy of The Worry-Free Parent here >> https://amzn.to/3vlr5pz *** 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  

Anxious parents. Anxious families. Anxiety is contagious. How do I know if I'm an anxious parent? And if I am one, how is that affecting my kids? What can I do about it—for their sake and for mine? Therapist and author Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, joins Amy Julia Becker on the podcast to talk about:How to identify and stop anxiety loopsWhy failure is good for parents and kidsCommon parenting strategies that DON'T workPractical tools for changing thought and behavior patternsPLUS you get to listen in to Amy Julia's own parenting therapy session when she tells Sissy the hardest thing for her as a parent right now! Advent Devotional: Prepare Him Room is available now!__GUEST BIO:“Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, has worked as the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries since 1993. She speaks to parents and children's ministers across the country, is a frequent guest on media outlets, and is the author of 13 books including her latest, The Worry-Free Parent. She also co-hosts the chart-topping Raising Boys and Girls podcast, with fellow Daystar Counselor David Thomas.”__Connect Online:Website: www.raisingboysandgirls.comInstagram: @RaisingBoysandGirls and @sissygoffFacebook: @raisingboysandgirlsYouTube: @raisingboysandgirls__On the Podcast:The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence so Your Kids Can Too (Bethany House)The Worry-Free Parent Workbook__TRANSCRIPT: amyjuliabecker.com/sissy-goff/__YouTube Channel: video with closed captionsSeason 7 of the Love Is Stronger Than Fear podcast connects to themes in my latest book, To Be Made Well, which you can order here! Learn more about my writing and speaking at amyjuliabecker.com.Connect with me: Instagram Facebook Twitter Website Thanks for listening!

Being a parent is not an easy leadership role. Parents lead families, one of the greatest organizations on the planet! We often feel equipped until we actually start raising children. Whether you are a parent needing some wisdom on perfectionism, anxiety, or raising girls, or you are interested in becoming a counselor and want to hear two seasoned clinicians talk about why they made that career choice, this conversation is for you.    Today, we have a guest who many of you may know well. Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, has worked as the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries since 1993. She speaks to parents and children's ministers across the country and is a frequent guest on media outlets like NBC Nightly News, CNN, Good Morning America, Focus on the Family, That Sounds Fun, Family Life Today, and many more. Sissy Goff is the author of 13 books including her latest, The Worry-Free Parent. She also co-hosts the chart-topping Raising Boys and Girls podcast, with fellow Daystar Counselor David Thomas. The podcast just celebrated more than 5 million downloads to date.   Raising girls is particularly tricky today. That's why we created Courageous Girls almost 12 years ago and have written close to 100 conversation guides for Courageous Girls groups. These small groups of moms and daughters are gathering all over the globe, creating opportunities for moms to have intentional conversations with their daughters about all things related to the development of  her mind, heart, soul and body.  Learn more at mycourageousgirls.com or check out Terra's book, Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace.   If you need support for your child or adolescent or are ready to do your own work as a parent, go to www.livingwholehearted.com and schedule with one of our counselors or coaches.   To connect with Sissy Goff, visit:   WEBSITE - raisingboysandgirls.com   INSTAGRAM -   @SissyGoff  @RaisingBoysandGirls   NEW BOOK -  The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too, by Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP   PODCAST -  Raising Boys and Girls Podcast   =======================   We LOVE that you've decided to join us this week for the Living Wholehearted Podcast. We hope you enjoyed the conversation, tips, and resources to help you transform every relationship that matters most to you. If you think this will help someone you know, make sure you send it their way or share on socials. Tag us @living_wholehearted and @terramattson! Don't forget to FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode and help spread the word by leaving us some stars on a review. Thanks for partnering with us to help more leaders, just like you, who want to live and lead with integrity at home, work and in the community.  Go to livingwholehearted.com and sign up to receive our free leadership tips and updates delivered to you in our monthly newsletter. And, if you're a girl mom, check out mycourageousgirls.com.     You can catch Terra, a featured speaker, at Grace Story Women's Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio, November 3-4, 2023. Find more info at https://www.gracestoryministries.com/womens-conference.    Until next time, be the leader you would follow!   Grateful for you, Jeff & Terra   To connect with Jeff & Terra Mattson and Living Wholehearted, go to:   INSTAGRAM @TerraMattson @Living_Wholehearted @MyCourageousGirls   FACEBOOK @WeAreLivingWholehearted @MyCourageousGirls   WEBSITES LivingWholehearted.com TerraMattson.com  MyCourageousGirls.com   RESOURCES Shrinking the Integrity Gap        https://davidccook.org/shrinking-integrity-gap-book/       https://a.co/d/dRiP4Ii Shrinking the Integrity Gap e-Course        https://www.livingwholeheartedstore.com/e-courses Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace       https://mycourageousgirls.com/shop/p/book-courageous-being-daughters-rooted-in-grace Dear Mattsons        https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdPzQ_cUwCbRc-MQ40KL3a6ze06CiY38l Helping Moms Raise Confident Daughters        http://cpguides.org   =======================   The Living Wholehearted Podcast 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  

Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, has worked as the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries since 1993. Sissy Goff is the author of 13 books including her latest, The Worry-Free Parent. She co-hosts the popular Raising Boys and Girls podcast, with fellow Daystar Counselor David Thomas. In this podcast conversation, which was hosted by Chris Sprinkle, Chris and Sissy talk about many things related to parenting including the problem of safetyism and the rising rates of anxiety among kids. If you would like to support Theology in the Raw, please visit patreon.com/theologyintheraw for more information!

On today's episode of The Matthew West Podcast, I'm joined by my friend, Sissy Goff! Sissy is a child therapist of 30 years, a well-known and trusted voice in the media immediately following a recent Nashville tragedy, and a 13-time author. My wife, Emily, and I personally endorsed her newest book "The Worry-Free Parent" and will shout from the rooftops about how needed the message is - our life is proof! Join us as we talk about how anxiety in parents impacts their kiddos, what it means to do your own work (and how to get started), and practical tips to minister to children in the midst of uncertainty.Let's go to the Story House with Sissy Goff! SPONSORS: Spotify for Podcasters - Want to make a podcast? Spotify's got a platform that lets you make one super easily, then distribute it everywhere, and even earn money. All in one place, for free! Spotify for Podcasters lets you record and edit podcasts right from your phone or computer, so no matter what your setup is like, you can start creating today. Then, you can distribute your podcast to Spotify. Download the Spotify for Podcasters app or go to spotify.com/podcasters to get started. Sundays for Dogs – We worked out a special deal for our dog-loving listeners. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/WEST or use code WEST at checkout. Upgrade your pup to Sundays and feel good about the food you feed your dog. Harper Collins –  Find out more and order your copy at amazon.com/rootedandflourish Indeed – Indeed knows when you're growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. That's why with Indeed, you only pay for quality applications that match your must-have job requirements. Visit Indeed.com/WEST. Need to hire? You need Indeed.

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Sissy Goff, author of "The Worry-Free Parent," to discuss anxiety's impact on parents and children. We explore how anxiety can be contagious, affecting brain chemistry and parenting strategies. Sissy explains the difference between fear, worry, and chronic anxiety and shares practical strategies to tackle our own anxiety as moms. Tune in to learn how to break the anxiety cycle in your family.    Mentioned on this episode:  Last week's conversation - Understanding and Supporting Your Anxious Middle Schooler Noteworthy Prayers from Christian Parenting The Worry-Free Parent by Sissy Goff and The Worry-Free Parent workbook

Kids and parents are way more anxious than they were in the 90s. What is happening to make anxiety so contagious and common? Pull up a chair for an illuminating, truth-filled conversation with counselor Sissy Goff as she shares principles from her new book, The Worry-Free Parent. In this conversation, you'll learn: 3:30 The two things you need to hear right now as a parent 4:25 What's changed in counseling today versus the '90s 7:20 How does our anxiety rub off on our kids? 10:10 Which parenting style do you identify with? 14:30 Neuroplasticity - What happens if we keep reinforcing our worried brain? 18:00 I hear so much about parents who compare themselves to other parents on social media 19:10 Try this if you have a hard time falling asleep 21:30 Let go of the bottom 20% 24:00 My mom is more nurturing to me when I have panic attacks… 26:00 When parents have anxious thoughts, I want you to reframe this way 28:30 How to create more security at home with these two things Sissy Goff is the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville. She speaks across the country and cohosts the popular Raising Boys and Girls with David Thomas. Sissy has authored several books such as Raising Worry Free Girls. Learn more about Sissy and her latest book, The Worry-Free Parent at raisingboysandgirls.com Follow Sissy on Instagram @sissygoff You're invited to the Parents Rising Conference in San Diego on March 2, 2024. Learn more here happyhomeuniversity.com/conference More Resources for Your Family: Arlene's Free Marriage Webinar -- Get Unstuck in Your Marriage. If you feel stuck in a rut or you've just lost that lovin' feeling, register for Arlene's free marriage webinar. Subscribe to Arlene's free email list for a monthly resource to help your home. happyhomeuniversity.com/subscribe Watch a VIDEO clip from the podcast on Arlene's new Happy Home YouTube Channel youtube.com/@arlenehappyhome Special thanks to HireMyMom.com

Amy is so excited for this chat with Sissy Goff. She's wanted her on the podcast for a long time and Sissy is finally here!!! If uncovering the roots of your own anxiety and learning how to process it in a healthy way sounds good to you....Sissy is your girl. Sissy is the Executive Director of Daystar Counseling Ministries here in Nashville, where she works alongside your pet therapist, Lucy the Have-anese. She's a sought-after speaker for parenting events across the country. Sissy is a frequent guest on CNN, Good Morning America, Christianity Today and more. She's a bestselling author of 13 books including her latest: The Worry-Free Parent: Finding the Confidence You Need So Your Kids Can, Too. Anxiety is contagious, and it's likely affecting your kids, distracting you in the present, and making you feel like it will define your family's future. Sissy's new book is full of well-researched, practical tools that will make a difference in your life and the lives of our children. She'll teach you how to: -Uncover the roots of your own anxiety -Process anxiety so you don't pass it on to others -Model bravery  -Have a deeper, freer connection to our kids, or other people in general   HOST: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy GUEST: Sissy Goff // @raisingboysandgirls and @sissygoff // RaisingBoysAndGirls.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are all creating the future version of ourselves every single day. We're either moving toward wholeness—or we're moving toward fragmentation. In this brand-new September series, I'm walking you through the most important steps you can take to cultivate resilience, embrace authenticity, and nurture intimacy. Today's episode kicks us off with an overview of the key challenges we all face throughout the course of our lives. Here's what you'll learn: 1. The 8 challenges we face from childhood to old age 2. The #1 challenge most of us are still working to resolve 3. Why identity precedes intimacy 4. A proven exercise to help you become your ideal self Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ Leave them here. Want to receive free bonus content? ⁠⁠Sign up for my free weekly email here. Thanks to our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self. Go to ⁠www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠ today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Visit hiyahealth.com/BESTOFYOU and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Go to www.simplemodern.com/bestofyou and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school. This should be your go to brand for your family. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout. Related Episodes: Episode 66: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Become a Worry Free Parent with Sissy Goff Episode 55: Am I Supposed to Distrust Myself? Why Trusting Yourself is Necessary to Establishing Healthy Relationships With Other People Episode 56: Am I Really Supposed to Die to Myself? Misconstrued Messages and How to Disentangle From Them Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.

Can parents truly be worry-free? Is my child's struggle with anxiety normal? Is anxiety contagious? Lisa's conversation with author and therapist, Sissy Goff, will have you hitting replay more than once on this powerful episode. Sissy's new book, The Worry Free Parent, focuses on not only the anxiety we experience as parents, but also on the anxiety our children experience. With tangible resources and action steps for parents and children, this episode brings hope to every family member.   Links Preorder Your God Knows Subscribe to the Ministry Strong Podcast   Connect with Lisa Website Lisa Whittle - Instagram Lisa Whittle - Facebook Jesus Over Everything - Instagram   Connect with Sissy Website Sissy Goff - Instagram Raising Boys and Girls - Instagram Raising Boys and Girls - Podcast Daystar Counseling Hopetown  

“Our past hurts mixed with our present pressure often dictate our future fear.” Counselor and author Sissy Goff has watched this reality play out hundreds of times through the decades as she councils chidden as well as their moms and dads. So often parents are willing to get help for their anxious children while not addressing their own anxieties. In our conversation today, Licensed Counselor and author Sissy Goff explains that anxiety is contagious, and the worries we see in our children can often come from our own unaddressed anxieties.    In our conversation today, we talk about the rapid growth of anxiety as major struggle for more and more children and adults. Sissy shares insights from her new book, The Worry Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too. We discuss The difference between worry and anxiety The way unaddressed past hurts can bleed into our present parenting How the amygdala is contagious Practices to deescalate when anxiety is taking over The importance of the following advice: Try Softer, Trust Your Gut, and Trust God How the hope of the resurrection re-centers us on our darkest days   Bio Sissy Goff, LPC-MHSP, has worked as the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries since 1993. She speaks to parents and children's ministers across the country and is a frequent guest on media outlets such as Southern Living, NBC Nightly News, CNN, Good Morning America, Focus on the Family, That Sounds Fun, Family Life Today, Fox News, and many more. Sissy Goff is the author of 13 books including her latest, The Worry-Free Parent. She co-hosts the chart-topping Raising Boys and Girls podcast, with fellow Daystar Counselor David Thomas. The podcast just celebrated more than 5 million downloads to date www.RaisingBoysandGirls.com   Resources mentioned: Instagram: @RaisingBoysandGirls  The Worry Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too: https://amzn.to/3NZCBOm Are My Kids On Track: The 12 Emotional, Social, and Spiritual Milestones your Child Needs to Reach: https://amzn.to/3PL4bR0 www.RaisingBoysandGirls.com Episode 217: Worry, Anxiety, and Emotional Vocabulary with Sissy Goff Support Let's Parent on Purpose through your Tax Deductible Giving Join my Things for Thursday Email List and get a free Marriage Snapshot Tool and Fun Family Conversation Ebook! Connect with Jay: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@letsparentonpurpose Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsparentonpurpose Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letsparentonpurpose Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jaydholland  

I absolutely loved this conversation with Alli Worthington. We get so real about the toxic traps all around and how to stay sane as a parent. From "parenting book trauma" to bad advice about friendships, we've got you covered. You'll learn practical tips & fascinating research from Alli's new book, Remaining You While Raising Them. Alli's a business owner, podcast host, and the mom of 6 kids. Here's what we cover: 1. The #1 source of mom guilt 2. The most important question to ask yourself each day 3. How parenting failures actually help kids 4. The surprising research on which relationships are happiest 5. Which friends to keep, and which ones to release Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ Leave them here. Want to receive free bonus content? ⁠⁠Sign up for my free weekly email here. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to ⁠www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠ today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Sleep deeply and wake gently with Hatch Restore - go to hatch.co/bestofyou to get $20 off and free shipping! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self. Go to www.simplemodern.com/bestofyou and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school. This should be your go to brand for your family. Related Episodes: Episode 66: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Become a Worry Free Parent with Sissy Goff Episode 67: The Link Between Faith & Emotional Healing—Gen Z, College Life, & A Hidden Search for Meaning Episode 6: Do I Really Have an Inner Child? What It Means to Reparent Yourself Episode 65: Vulnerability, Parenting, and Letting Go of Control—Inside A Guy's Perspective With Our Friends From Dadville Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.

Have you noticed that your children pick up on your fear and anxiety? Author and counselor Sissy Goff says worry is contagious, but you can stop its spread. What do you do as a parent if your child or teenager is filled with anxiety? Don't miss the encouragement for parents on Chris Fabry Live. Care Net Give a First Time Gift to Chris Fabry LiveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, licensed professional counselor and author Sissy Goff joins us to talk to parents about how anxious parents create anxious kids, intentionality in parenting versus a posture of hyper-vigilance, how to navigate trauma with children, and how to become a worry-free parent. What does that mean? As you know, anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. Time and time again, when Sissy Goff has an anxious child or teen in her office, she's found they have at least one very well-intentioned but anxious parent. And that anxiety is likely affecting your kids, distracting you in the present, and making you feel like it will define your family's future. Dive Deeper: If you enjoy this episode with Albert, I'm sure you'll also enjoy the following: 299: John Eldredge on Getting Underneath Burnout, Powerlessness, and How to Build Resilience 301: Systemic Anxiety, Instability, Breaking Strongholds, and Becoming a Non-Anxious Presence (feat. Mark Sayers) ++++++ Episode Links: Sissy Goff's Website | Instagram | Facebook | Buy Sissy's book on Amazon! Subscribe to #WinTodayShow on YouTube. Join the conversation wherever hashtags are welcome using #WinTodayShow. Get the "Win the Week" email newsletter here. ************************** This week's show partner(s): Get LMNT and a free gift with your purchase here! **************************

Kids and being worried about them as a mom go together like peanut butter and jelly. But where is the line between a healthy care and protectiveness of our kids and what is unhealthy? Children and family therapist Sissy Goff joins The AllMomDoes Podcast host Julie Lyles Carr for great tools and insight into the anxiety loop and how to raise your kids in confidence.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3OP6akW

Anxiety is on the rise in kids, but it's also on the rise in adults. Especially women. 1 in 3 women are experiencing anxiety and that can make parenting really hard!  Sissy Goff is joining me today to talk about how anxiety affects parents and what we can do about it.   Sissy has been counseling kids for over 30 years. She has written multiple books about anxiety in kids and now she has a book about anxiety in parents. The Worry Free Parent is a resource I cannot recommend enough. You guys, parenting has always been hard, but Sissy will tell you parents have never been so stressed out and anxious. So today we are talking about why parents are so stressed out, different ways our anxiety shows up in our parenting and how we can respond to that anxiety. We get real practical here, so listen for some ways you can help your kids grow more resilient, how you can calm yourself down, and some of the best ways to find a good counselor.Connect with Sissyhttps://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/The Worry Free Parent book@sissygoff@raisingboysandgirlsLinks mentioned:American Association of Christian CounselorsDaystar CounselingOur Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: https://www.hellofresh.com/Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"Our world has become far more connected. The violence around us feels more personal..." says anxiety counselling expert Sissy Goff. This is only one of the reasons that parental worry has become a pressing, almost universal issue for all of us who are raising kids. How does a parent's anxiety and worry impact a child? What are some of the steps parents can take even today to bring the level of worry down? Working to gain more mastery over anxiety and worry will reap dividends in your family in the form of stronger bonds and more joy. Sissy is one of our fav's around here - third episode!!! - because she shares our heartbeat, aiming to help you to 'love being home'!!

Any day I get to hug Sissy Goff is a great day! She's one of your favorites (and mine too). Sissy is one of the most trusted voices when it comes to parenting and raising kids. Today, we talk about identifying and rewiring anxiety in us and our parent friends. I think this is SUCH a helpful conversation if you are a parent, an aunt or uncle, a babysitter, a friend, or just anybody that loves a miniBFF. Sissy's newest book, The Worry-Free Parent is incredibly helpful. What a gift Sissy is to us all! . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to purchase your August Reading Plan or Let's Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Head to anniefdowns.com/books for more information and to sign up for the AFD Book of the Month. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! BetterHelp Online Therapy: Visit betterhelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Liquid I.V.: Get 20% off when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout. Kitsch: Go to MyKitsch.com/thatsoundsfun to get 30% off your entire order. FabFitFun: Sign up at FabFitFun.com/THATSOUNDSFUN, customize your box, and get access to discounts up to 70% off. Thrive Causemetics: Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order when you visit thrivecausemetics.com/TSF. . . . . . If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether or not you have a long history with worry like I do, I know you are going to love today's episode with licensed professional counselor, Sissy Goff. For full show notes, including takeaways, please visit https://3in30podcast.com/310-sissy-goff Episode Sponsors: K12: Go to K12.com/3IN30 today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you. BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use the code 3in30 to get 10% off your first month of online therapy! Self-Assured Motherhood Program: If you are interested in being notified when my Self-Assured Motherhood program opens for enrollment in the fall, text the word SAM (which stands for self-assured motherhood) to 33777. That's SAM to 33777. *** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am thrilled to be back this week, diving into an incredible conversation with beloved therapist, Sissy Goff! We're tackling the topic of anxiety and its ripple effect on our kids and on our parenting styles. With 30 years of experience guiding kids and parents, Sissy brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Plus, she's sharing tips from her latest book, The Worry Free Parent. We cover so much in this episode, including: 1. A parent's most important job 2. Why we are seeing more anxiety in kids & parents 3. 5 parenting traps 4. Your parenting superpower 5. Sissy's moment of hope in the Covenant School shooting aftermath Connect with Sissy on Instagram or at raisingboysandgirls.com Pre-order The Worry Free Parent by Sissy Goff and get a free bonus chapter Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ Leave them here. Want to receive free bonus content? ⁠⁠Sign up for my free weekly email here. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to ⁠www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠ today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Head to GreenPan.us and use promo code BESTOFYOU and you'll receive 30% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER plus free shipping on orders over $99. Go to Reliefband.com and use promo code BESTOFYOU to receive 20% off plus free shipping. Visit hiyahealth.com/BESTOFYOU and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout. Related Episodes: Episode 6: Do I Really Have an Inner Child? What It Means to Reparent Yourself Episode 54: Can I Pray My Anxiety Away? A Surprising Approach to the Anxiety Pandemic & How to Walk Yourself & Your Kids Through It Episode 39: Boundaries for Your Soul—How to Navigate Your Overwhelming Thoughts & Feelings Episode 40: 5 Steps to Healing Painful Emotions & Why Parts of Us Get Stuck in the Past Episode 41: Boundaries With Fear And Anxiety—How to Calm the Chaos Within and the Joy of Internal Boundaries Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.

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What percentage of the anxiety you feel comes from parenting?  We are often most anxious about the things we care most about. That is normal! We love our kids and want to nurture and protect them, but we know anxiety isn't helping us. My guest this week is counselor and parenting expert Sissy Goff. Her new book,  The Worry-Free Parent, is designed to help us recognize how anxiety makes its way into our everyday lives,  process it in healthy ways rather than passing it along to our kids, and connect more deeply and more freely with our kids.   Connect with Sissy Goff:  Website:  https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raisingboysandgirls/?ref=hl  Instagram:  @raisingboysandgirls  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raisingboysandgirls  Podcast: Raising Girls and Boys Podcast  Links Mentioned:    The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too by Sissy Goff  Related Episodes: Getting Brave About Anxiety :: Sissy Goff [Ep 311] Raising Emotionally Strong Boys :: David Thomas [Ep 368] The Window of Tolerance :: Charissa Fry [Ep 260] Featured Sponsors:  Find links to this week's sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

We're not in lack when it comes to what to worry about in today's world, especially as parents. With school approaching, we wanted to bring back one of our favorite humans and Famous at Home guests, our friend Sissy Goff, MEd, LPC-MHSP. Sissy is the director of child and adolescent counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee, and is here with us to talk about her new book, The Worry-Free Parent. This conversation is so rich with parenting nuggets and wisdom on raising confident, courageous kids. We talk about: Practical ways to hold space for both worry and peace in your home The power we have as parents over our kid's anxiety How to model bravery and restore your kid's resourcefulness Management strategies to gain your warmth and joy back in the midst of shame and rage Show Notes: Order a copy of Sissy's new book, The Worry-Free Parent! Read more about Daystar Counseling Ministries Read more about Raising Boys & Girls Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with renowned author Sissy Goff to have a conversation on her latest book, "The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too." As a veteran counselor and parenting expert, Sissy reveals how anxiety spreads like wildfire and affects our families. But here's the good news: you have the power to stop it! With practical tools and 30 years of experience, Sissy shows us how to uncover the roots of our anxiety, model bravery, and deepen our connection with our kids. Join us as we become worry-free parents, raising confident, courageous kids in an anxious world.

An old friend returns to Dadville this week. Ya'll know Sissy has visited us several times before but this time she has a NEW BOOK. Her new book is called 'The Worry-Free Parent' and this one is all about the parents. The fellas talk to her about dealing with anxiety, how boys and girls differ in approaching asking for help, and when to answer your child's questions truthfully. Tons of amazing, hands-on parenting advice this week. (Also, some jokes.)Become a citizen of Dadville: http://dadville.substack.comThanks to our Sponsors!Knockaround - Use promo code dadville15 everyday for 15% off your order on http://knockaround.comAthletic Greens - Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to http://athleticgreens.com/DADVILLEButcher Box - Sign up today using code DADVILLE to receive Ground Beef for Life + $20 off your first order. Head to http://butcherbox.com/dadville and use code DADVILLE

We've had so much fun with the Raising Emotionally Strong and Worry-Free Kids season on the Raising Boys and Girls podcast! We've gotten to hear rich, insightful truth from some amazing folks. We've gotten to laugh and learn along with you. AND we've gotten to talk tacos…which, you know, is always our favorite! Tune in to this episode to hear the wrap up of this podcast season!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.Sundays for Dogs: Get 35% off your first order at SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout. Lifeway: Use Code RBGCSB at checkout on lifeway.com for 40% regular priced CSB Bibles.KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.

Welcome to the Music City Summer Series! We are so excited to kick this series off with TRULY one of the most delightful people we know! Kimberly Schlapman is profoundly kind, luminously hopeful and crazy talented! As you know, she's a part of the multi-Grammy (and a whole lot of other) award winning band, Little Big Town. She also happens to have written a cookbook called Oh Gussie, as well as a children's book, A Dolly for Christmas. We can't wait for you to listen in on this conversation with one of our very favorite people!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Lifeway: Use Code RBGCSB at checkout on lifeway.com for 40% regular priced CSB Bibles.Cru: Text RAISING to 71326, to help now or visit give.cru.org/Raising.Air Doctor: Use promo code RBG at AirDoctorPro.com and, depending on the model, you'll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!

We could not be more excited about this episode of our Music City Series! Our worlds are colliding on this one because we're getting to talk with the incredible Dave and Kelli Haywood. You probably know Dave as being one third of the amazing Lady A. He's a talented artist, songwriter, musician…all the creative things. But you might not know that his incredibly talented wife, Kelli, is basically our boss! Kelli is the co-founder of the That Sounds Fun Podcast Network, the home of Raising Boys and Girls podcast, and an all-around rockstar. We've loved being a part of the That Sounds Fun family and getting to work with Kelli. We are thrilled to share their wisdom and hearts on parenting with you on today's episode.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Raising Boys & Girls Podcast Tour: Enter TACOS at check-out to reserve your tickets!KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code rbg49.Sundays for Dogs: Get 35% off your first order at SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout. 

We couldn't be happier to share this conversation with Melissa Corkum & Lisa Qualls of The Adoption Connection. We have long respected the work these two remarkable women are doing in the world. They are some of our favorite voices, offering hope and encouragement, to adoptive parents and caregivers. They've written numerous books, have a fantastic podcast, offer coaching and speaking, and host a beautiful facebook community of support. They are doing such good and meaningful work in this space bringing decades of personal and professional experience to the equation. Grab a copy of their newest book, Reclaim Compassion: The Adoptive Parent's Guide to Overcoming Blocked Care with Neuroscience and Faith. . . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Live in Love PodcastCru: Text RAISING to 71326 to help today!Fuller Seminary: If you feel passionate about becoming an agent of healing and reconciliation in the world, click here to learn more about Fuller's MS in Marriage and Family Therapy program.Reliefband: use promo code RBG you'll receive 20% off plus free shipping.

Andy and Sandra Stanley are two voices we have been grateful for, for a long time! And now we're even more grateful to know and count them as friends. To hear them talk about their journey of parenting, both their biological and their foster children, was truly inspiring. We cannot wait for you to hear this one. And if you haven't already, go grab a copy of their new book, Parenting:Getting It Right.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Boll & Branch: Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code RBG at bollandbranch.com.Sundays - Go to SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout to get 35% off your first order.Hiya Health - Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order!Lifeway: Use Code RBGCSB at checkout on Lifeway.com for 40% off regular priced CSB Bibles.

Today is launch day for the The Worry Free Parent, and we are in the midst of a serious celebration here at Raising Boys & Girls! We've been counting down the days until this book made its way into the world and today is the day! In celebration of that, the next several episodes of the podcast will be a chance for us to unpack the content of Sissy's new book and talk about some practical ways to navigate this new school year in the midst of our own concerns for our kids (whatever age they may be).Join us as we spend time talking about Understanding our Past, Help for the Present and Hope for the Future. . . . . .Order The Worry-Free Parent or The Worry-Free Parent Workbook today!Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Nashville, there are still a few tickets left. You can get 4 tickets for just $25 each by clicking the Family Four Pack at check out. Come join us!!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.Lifeway: Use Code: RBGCSB at checkout on Lifeway.com for 40% regular priced CSB BiblesGreenPan: Head to GreenPan.us and use promo code RBG and you'll receive 30% off your entire order plus free shipping on orders over $99.

We are delighted to share this conversation with someone we respect, admire and trust. Holly Singletary is a mom of four (including twin boys!), who became a widow when her children were very young. She offers such wisdom in parenting after loss, and finding strength as a single mom. Prepare to be encouraged as you listen in on this rich conversation. . . . . .If you enjoyed this episode, go back and listen to these two:Episode 10 with Jonathan Pitts talking about Navigating Grief as a Single Dad.Episode 31 with Amy Fenton on Hope for Single Moms.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Christian Appalachian Project (CAP)Cru: Text RAISING to 71326 to help today!Air Doctor - use promo code RBG and depending on the model, you'll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!KiwiCo - 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwi.com, use promo code rbg.

Cindy Morgan is a two-time Grammy nominee, a thirteen-time Dove winner and a recipient of the prestigious Songwriter of the Year trophy. She's written 21 number one radio hits, taught songwriting courses at various universities and has written four books, including her newest release, The Year of Jubilee. Cindy also happens to be SIssy's oldest friend in Nashville and a dear friend of Melissa's and David's, too. We cannot wait for you to listen in on this conversation with Cindy, to hear the grace and vulnerability that are always a part of her words, whether they're in song, page, or conversation.. . . . .If you enjoyed this episode, go back and listen to Episode 48 with Cindy talking about Using Boredom to Cultivate Creativity in Kids.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Jesus Revolution Movie - Gather your friends and family for a movie night to enjoy this incredible move, available now on demand, digital, Blu-Ray and DVD!Everyplate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code rbg149.Cru: Text RAISING to 71326 to help today!

Actors, activists, and parents, Dulé Hill and Jazmyn Simon, are dedicated to making all children feel and understand their importance in the world. In their new tender picture book, Repeat After Me: Big Things to Say Everyday, they tell children about the magic of self-love and standing firm, regardless of outside voices and doubt. We are so excited to share this conversation with you!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Christian Appalachian Project (CAP)Fuller Seminary - If you feel passionate about becoming an agent of healing and reconciliation in the world, go to fuller.edu/raisingboysandgirls to learn more about Fuller's MS in Marriage and Family Therapy program.Jesus Revolution Movie - Gather your friends and family for a movie night to enjoy this incredible move, available now on demand, digital, Blu-Ray and DVD!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.

To wrap up Autism Awareness month, Sissy and David speak with the podcast's audio engineer, Marcus dePaula, and his wife, Jenn, about their experiences parenting their 14 year old son who is on the autism spectrum.. . . . .LINKSRaising Boys & Girls Episode 105 with Dr. Chinwé and Lonnie WillamsTemple Grandin movie with Claire DanesThe Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum by Temple GrandinAnything But Typical by Nora Raleigh BaskinThe Reason I Jump by Naoki HigashidaThe Reason I Jump film based on the bookAutism Discussion Page on FacebookAutism Discussion Page books by Bill NasonJenn on Instagram. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Sundays - Go to SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout to get 35% off your first order.Hiya Health - Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order!Jesus Revolution Movie - Gather your friends and family for a movie night to enjoy this incredible move, available now on demand, digital, Blu-Ray and DVD!Air Doctor - use promo code RBG and depending on the model, you'll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.

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

We talk a lot about building resilience into kids in our offices. It felt timely and important to share a conversation with our friend, Rebekah Lyons, about her new book, Building a Resilient Life: How Adversity Awakens Strength, Hope, and Meaning. We talked about turning toward anxiety and not away from it, and even what that looks like in the context of parenting. We also talked about moving kids toward meaning and purpose, something we've seen bring about tremendous growth and change.. . . . .If you enjoyed this episode, go back and listen to Episode 34 with Rebekah and her husband, Gabe, on Parenting with Unconditional Love.Get a free chapter and order Rebekah's new book on her website.Sissy mentioned the Prayer of Teilhard de Chardin which you can read here.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Jesus Revolution Movie - Gather your friends and family for a movie night to enjoy this incredible move, available now on demand, digital, Blu-Ray and DVD!Sundays - Go to SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout to get 35% off your first order.Hiya Health - Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.

For students navigating a time of racial hostility, and for the adults and educators who care for them, Austin Channing Brown's latest book for kids based on her best-selling memoir, I'm Still Here, is an empowering look at the experiences of young Black kids, illustrating how we can nourish identity and make sense of how we each fit into the world.LINKSAustinChanning.comI'm Still Here: Loving Myself in a World Not Made for MeI'm Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for WhitenessA special thank you to our sponsors:Care.com - Sign up now at Care.com now and see why over 3 million families use this amazing platform. Get the help you need to make it all work for your family!Ethos School - Ethos is offering to waive your $95 enrollment fee and are offering each of our podcast listeners a complimentary Academic Counseling session to plan out your child's academic journey.Hiya Health - Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share!Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.

You know what it's like to sit in conversation with folks who are full of wisdom, substance, honesty and humility? The kinds of folks you could ask questions to and learn from for hours on end? Those would be our dear friends Tom & Katie Douglas. Katie was a significant part of Daystar becoming what it is today, and she is still serving on our Board of Directors. She is full of passion and purpose, wisdom and generosity. Tom is one of Nashville's most beloved, revered and celebrated songwriters. He is behind many of the songs you've loved and known like The House the Built Me (Miranda Lamber), I Run to You (Lady A), and Grown Men Don't Cry (Tim McGraw), to name a just a few. He is a Grammy winning, Oscar nominated, Billboard chart topping songwriter, who also released a critically acclaimed documentary- Love, Tom. He is wise and thoughtful, intuitive and intentional. We are thrilled to share this conversation with our friends, Tom & Katie. . . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Raising Boys & Girls Podcast Tour: We can't wait to see you on the road in August!Reliefband: Save 20% off, plus free shipping with code RBG.Ethos School: Ethos is offering to waive your $95 enrollment fee and are offering each of our podcast listeners a complimentary Academic Counseling session to plan out your child's academic journey.

This week we have one of our favorite hosts from Dadville, Jon McLaughlin, joining us. You've heard Jon's music from his amazing records, songs on some of your favorite TV shows and films, or maybe you know him from the film Enchanted and saw him perform on the Academy Awards (we had him tell that story!) But hold your horses, we didn't just snag Jon, we somehow persuaded his delightful, insightful, lovely wife Amy to join us. We found ourselves in the middle of an honest, authentic conversation about the ups and downs, good and hard, hopeful and heart-breaking moments of parenting with these two friends. . . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart.Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Ethos School: Ethos is offering to waive your $95 enrollment fee and are offering each of our podcast listeners a complimentary Academic Counseling session to plan out your child's academic journey.Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/RBG and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.

We guarantee that Shay Mooney is behind some of your favorite window's down, sun-roof open, sing-out-loud songs of the summer. He is one half of the grammy-winning, chart-topping, platinum-selling band, Dan & Shay. Hannah's voice has likely been in your ears as well. She is the host of Unexpected with Hannah Love, one of our next door neighbors at That Sounds Fun Network. Hannah has a remarkable ability to make you feel like you are sharing coffee with a tried & true friend, as she invites you to consider the events of life that led you to where you are, and how God uses unexpected moments in big ways.These two are the proud of parents of three young boys, and they brought so much wisdom, honesty and hope to our time together. . . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Some cities are close to selling out and we want to see you!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49rbg.

We were living our best lives getting to interview our friends Hillary and Ben Rector! You likely know Ben from his amazing music…with songs like Brand New, Joy, Sunday, Old Friends…and so many more. But, you may not have met Ben's delightful and thoughtful wife, Hillary. Get ready to laugh and learn with these two wonderful human beings and make sure to listen and download Ben's music wherever you listen to music.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Some cities are close to selling out and we want to see you!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/RBG and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school.Reliefband: Save 20% off, plus free shipping with code RBG.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.Ethos School: Ethos is offering to waive your $95 enrollment fee and are offering each of our podcast listeners a complimentary Academic Counseling session to plan out your child's academic journey.

We had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable folks who are also intentional parents. Lauren & Chris Tomlin were kind enough to join us in a conversation where they shared their stories of growing up, how they met, becoming parents, and the places God has called them. Chris has sold over 7 million records, won 23 Dove Awards and a Grammy. We loved spending time with these two folks and their willingness to step into such a thoughtful conversation as part of our Music City Series. . . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Some cities are close to selling out and we want to see you!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Air Doctor: Use promo code RBG at AirDoctorPro.com and, depending on the model, you'll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off!EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49rbg.

Today, we wrap up this fun Music City Series with Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins who we think are the definition of a dynamic duo! He's entertaining the world one song at a time and she's changing the world one child at a time with her work through Love One International! We are delighted to be a part of The That Sounds Fun Network family with Lauren and are huge fans of her podcast and her book, Live in Love! And, of course, who doesn't love Thomas Rhett and his music?! We're thrilled for you to listen in on this conversation with two human beings you already love—and will love even more after you hear their hearts and wisdom on parenting and life and what it looks like to keep kids grounded in this ever-changing world.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Some cities are close to selling out and we want to see you!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:GreenPan: Head to GreenPan.us and use promo code RBG and you'll receive 30% off your entire order plus free shipping on orders over $99.Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/RBG and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school.KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.

Smart & Funny.Honest & Approachable.Wise & Practical.These are just a few words we'd use to describe our friend Alli Worthington. She is an author, speaker, podcaster and life & business coach. Her no-nonsense, guilt-free take on business, family and balance has led to multiple appearances on The Today Show and Good Morning America. You will love this conversation as we talk about all things parenting and her newest book, Remaining You While Raising Them, which releases today!. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Charlotte and Birmingham are sold out, but there are still tickets for Atlanta and Nashville! Come join us!!!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Reliefband: Save 20% off, plus free shipping with code RBG.EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49rbg.

Lisa Whittle is one of those people you meet and immediately feel like you've known each other forever! We loved getting to sit down with our old/new friend Lisa recently to talk life and parenting and Jesus being everything, as she does so beautifully in all the many places she serves. Lisa is a bestselling author, podcaster of three different podcasts, Bible teacher, ministry leader and mom to 3. And she must have more hours in a day than the rest of us cause we can't even imagine how she does it ALL—and does it so beautifully, while offering great hope to all of us!God Knows: When Your Worries and Whys Need More Than Temporary Relief. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .Have you grabbed your tickets yet to the first ever Raising Boys and Girls Podcast Tour? Nashville, there are still a few tickets! Grab yours today!. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Dreamland Baby: Go to dreamlandbabyco.com and enter code RBG at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping.Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/RBG and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.

Join us today for our final week with The Worry-Free Parent miniseries. After talking about Understanding the Past and Help for the Present, it's time to talk about Hope for the Future. In this week's episode, we not only talk about hope, but also about trust. We remind you to trust the process, trust your gut and most importantly, to trust God. We give practical ideas around what that trust looks like in action. And speaking of action, we want to remind you to grab a copy of The Worry-Free Parent Workbook. The workbook allows you to take all the learning to the next level.Keep learning. Keep practicing. You've got this. . . . . .Order The Worry-Free Parent or The Worry-Free Parent Workbook today!Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart.Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .EveryPlate: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49rbg.GreenPan: Head to GreenPan.us and use promo code RBG and you'll receive 30% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER plus free shipping on orders over $99.Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/RBG and by sharing your email you'll get a unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school.Dreamland Baby: Go to dreamlandbabyco.com and enter code RBG at checkout to receive 20% off sitewide + free shipping.

As we continue journeying through The Worry Free Parent content, we've moved from understanding to help. This week we talk through help for the mind, help for the body and help for the heart. You've heard us say before, and we will keep reminding you, that we can only take the kids we love as far as we've gone ourselves. If it's difficult for us to quiet the voice of worry, and practice these game-changing skills ourselves, it will be hard for our kids to do the same. Practicing these skills allows kids to see it on the grown ups they trust the most. It also allows us to be more of the parents (and people) we hope to be. . . . . .Order The Worry-Free Parent or The Worry-Free Parent Workbook today!Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.. . . . .If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form.. . . . .A special thank-you to our sponsors:Lifeway: Use Code: RBGCSB at checkout on Lifeway.com for 40% regular priced CSB Bibles.KiwiCo: 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping at kiwico.com and use promo code rbg.Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/RBG.Reliefband: Save 20% off, plus free shipping at reliefband.com with code RBG.

Join David, Sissy, and Melissa as they focus on HOPE. This was set to be recorded last week and little did they know how their hope would be impacted by the tragedy that unfolded at the Covenant School. This recording was honestly the first chance they had to talk through the week…to process the loss and the grief and the moments of God's goodness piercing through. Because, as the Uber driver they mentioned in the episode said, “We share the same hope.” We who have run for our very lives to God have every reason to grab the promised hope with both hands and never let go. It's an unbreakable spiritual lifeline, reaching past all appearances right to the very presence of God where Jesus, running on ahead of us, has taken up his permanent post… Hebrews 6:18-20, MSG. . . . .A special thank you to our sponsors:Hiya Health - Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order!Sundays - Go to SundaysForDogs.com/RBG or use code RBG at checkout to get 35% off your first order.. . . . .Sign up to receive the RBG monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-Order the Worry-Free Parent by Sissy!Find us on YouTube!Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings ChartConnect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com.

Fear and anxiety among moms today is rampant. In the emails we receive, the churches we visit, and with the moms Karen speaks to- fear is a big deal. Today Karen teaches us a powerful verse and reminds us to fight fear with the truth of God's Word.Episode Recap:5:32 - Generally speaking, moms these days are incredibly fearful6:23 - If fear does not come from God, where is it coming from?8:27 - I want to trust my family to watch my kids, but feel like I should be scared of letting others watch them based on what I hear in society12:12 - Help! I worry about all the “what ifs” in life16:23 - Every evening my anxiety spikes and fear persists19:33 - My son struggles with fear and I find it hard to understand or be compassionateQuestions for Discussion:Do you struggle with fear in your life? Have you ever contemplated 2 Timothy 1:7 “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”?Do you truly believe that God loves your child and is actively pursuing your child's heart? How can you fight fear with the Word of God this week? Some ideas: memorize it, write it out and post it around your home, play worship music, etc. How are you praying for your child and your home this week? Resources:2 Timothy 1:7: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+tim+1%3A7&version=ESV Sissy Goff's The Worry-Free Parent: https://amzn.to/3QcTp5eWant 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

Are you a worrier? Do your kids worry too? Sissy Goff, best-selling author and child-therapist (for over 30 years) wants to help parents overcome their tendency to worry. Because: worry is contagious – and an anxious, worry-prone parent is likely to raise kids who also worry. Fortunately, Sissy has good news. She has help for uncovering the roots of anxiety and suggestions for processing your anxiety rather than passing it on. With practical tools and helpful perspectives, Sissy helps will help you model bravery, faith, and healthy coping skills. I think you'll find a ton of encouragement and hope in today's interview. Find more information and show notes at: www.monicaswanson.com/sissy-goff Podcast page (for all episodes) www.monicaswanson.com/podcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm so honored to have Sissy Goff back in the studio to discuss her new book, The Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too. When Sissy was here a couple years ago for her book Raising Worry Free Girls, the response was phenomenal, and to this day, I still hear from so many parents who were deeply impacted by that book!A counselor for over 30 years who helps families through her counseling practice, Sissy joins me today to discuss her new book, The Worry-Free Parent. I highly recommend this book if you have ever struggled with feeling like you aren't doing enough as a parent or stressing over the present and the future for your kids.In this episode, Sissy shares how so many kids today are dealing with anxiety that actually stems from their parents' own anxiety. She gives practical tools parents can implement immediately to help them feel less uptight, scared, or stressed about how they might be messing up their kids or missing the mark as a parent.I especially appreciated how honest she was about how trying to bubble wrap and protect our kids from struggle is actually a way we end up hurting our kids and making life harder for them in the long run.She shares how anxiety in both parents and kids can stem from intrusive thoughts becoming stuck in a “loop rollercoaster” in our minds. In our conversation, I ask her to walk us through calming techniques to help shift us out of that loop. We talk about what it looks like to get to the root of where our worry and fear is coming from and what to do about it.This is another powerful episode that you don't want to miss!In This Episode[00:35] – Sissy Goff returns to the podcast today![4:04] – A suggestion from Sissy's editor prompted her to write two books.[8:55] – It's normal for parents to worry, but anxiety is when intrusive thoughts become stuck and take control.[13:49] – Parents should realize that many times their anxiety stems from wanting the best for their kids.[15:04] – What it looks like to practice deep breathing and grounding techniques.[18:22] – My anxiety stemmed from caring too much about what others thought of my parenting.[19:50] – Sissy feels that mothers are too hard on themselves nowadays.[22:42] – The five different types of parenting.[25:49] – Letting your kids experience discomfort helps build character and resilience in them.[28:30] – How releasing my need for control to God helps alleviate my anxiety.Links & ResourcesCrystal PaineThe Crystal Paine Show – 100. Raising Worry-Free Girls (with Sissy Goff)Raising Boys & Girls PodcastThe Worry-Free Parent: Living in Confidence So Your Kids Can Too by Sissy GoffRaising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy GoffBraver, Stronger, Smarter: A Girl's Guide to Overcoming Worry & Anxiety by Sissy GoffLove-Centered Parenting: The No-Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids by Crystal Paine10 Days to Be a Happier MomSign up for the Hot Deals Email ListMoneySavingMom.comMy Instagram account (I'd love for you to follow me there! I usually hop on at least a few times per day and share behind-the-scenes photos and videos, my grocery store hauls, funny stories, or just anything I'm pondering or would like your advice or feedback on!)Have feedback on the show or suggestions for future episodes or topics? Send me an email: crystal @ moneysavingmom.comOur Sponsors:* Check out BiOptimizers and use my code CRYSTAL for a great deal: https://bioptimizers.com/* Check out BiOptimizers: https://bioptimizers.com/* Check out ByHeart and use my code CRYSTAL for a great deal: https://byheart.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands