In today's episode my son, Jonah, (18) joins me to talk about some of the books and podcasts he recommends for teenagers. Jonah is so much fun to talk to, I really think you'll enjoy this conversation! Side note: Jonah and Josiah really wanted to start a podcast last summer, but I kinda talked them out of it...seriously. (shame on me, right?) I just didn't think they had the time and felt they needed to mature a bit before taking on a podcast. (I also knew
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Raising Boys with Sensory Processing Challenges. {Episode 022 with Heather MacFadyen}
Friends! We have officially made our way through all of the topics from Boy Mom here on the Podcast! I hope you have enjoyed them all. It feels a little bittersweet to be moving on, but of course I'll be referring to the book allofthetime, because it's like my fifth son now, and also -- it's applicable to so many topics we'll be covering. If you've missed any of the episodes, be sure to scroll through the archives and catch up!! The fun thing now is that
Weekend Challenge: Teach your Kids a New Life Skill. And Q & A on Sibling Bullying. {Aloha Friday Episode 21}
Happy Aloha Friday! After our last Podcast Episode (on raising boys who will be ready to launch one day!) we've been talking more about teaching our boys the LIFE SKILLS they need to be independent one day. These life skills can (and should!) begin when boys are young, and will build on each other and add up to make a responsible young man one day. (the goal!!) Listeners have been asking me for ideas on what kids should do at various ages, so I decided to share
Raising Boys who will be Ready to Launch {Episode 20 with my Husband, Dave}
I'm feeling a rather bittersweet as I share today's podcast episode: We are finally covering the topic from the very last chapter of Boy Mom! I have so enjoyed going over these topics with you here, and hope you have too! Today we get to talk about launching our boys into independence! And whether that is eighteen years or eight months away...the day is coming for all of us! (*quick pause to wipe tears.*) This chapter is so much of my heart-- and really
On Friendships, Lonely Seasons, and Making Wise Choices. {Podcast Episode 019 with my Son, Luke}
Hey Friends! Happy Aloha Friday! :) Today my 15 year-old son, Luke, joins me for a short interview about friendships. I hope your kids can join you to hear Luke share from his experience and a bit of wisdom from the Bible (and George Washington! :)) I also share a quick Q & A about helping busy boys organize their time in the midst of school, sports, and other activities. (Hint: I'm not a pro, but shared one thing that has been
Boys — Relationships and Dating {Podcast Episode 18 with Rhonda Stoppe}
Hey guys, Today brings us to the podcast episode many of you have been waiting for! We (finally!) get to talk about BOYS: RELATIONSHIPS AND DATING! Are you excited? Terrified!? Haha, there are so many emotions on this topic, but rest assured, today's episode is packed full of WISDOM, RICH EXPERIENCE, AND Biblical PRINCIPLES for navigating all of these things. Rhonda Stoppe is on with me, and here's just one of the big reasons why we should all
Family Dinner Chat: Back to School with a Growth Mindset {Aloha Friday Episode 017}
Hey Friends, I'm here with an Aloha Friday Podcast Episode on a topic I love so much! I hope you can take a few minutes to listen to this episode, then gather your family around the table for some intentional conversations! I'm talking back-to-school and MINDSET. Specifially, encouraging our kids to embrace a GROWTH MINDSET. This is a topic I cover in Chapter 9 of Boy Mom, and I love it. It's simple enough for a kid to understand and yet it can make a
Where the Magic Happens. {Raising Kids of Character}
We all want to find the magic solution for raising character-rich kids. Here's what I know. There is no doubt, my early parenting years were challenging. But when I look back on the first years homeschooling my older boys, I have mostly fond memories. I have often described the first three boys as being "eager to please", "self-directed" learners, and so on. Fast forward a few years and Levi...Levi has not exactly been the "eager-to-please" homeschool student. He
