Being Different with Liz Durham

So we’ve heard from Liz - but what’s her husband’s experience? 

Host Liz Durham and her husband Luke sit down to chat about Liz's journey of leaving her job to become a stay-at-home mom. From COVID to household labor - they cover it all. Hear about his unwavering support for Liz's decision, initial struggles with the transition, and navigating the division of labor at home - plus, advice for couples who are sharing one income.

Despite the loss of her career, Liz shares how she's adjusting and discovering new purpose as a stay-at-home mom. Tune in to hear why Luke and Liz both believe that this decision has had a positive impact on their family and children.

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As a parent, vacations can be the ultimate test of patience and flexibility. It can be challenging, tiring, and downright frustrating at times. In this solo episode, Liz reflects on the challenges she faced during her summer vacation with her young kids. 

She shares her experiences and highlights the importance of adjusting expectations and working on our own selfishness - alongside being willing to listen to the same song over and over again in the car. Liz emphasizes the importance of sleep for young ones, as well as the power of patience and flexibility. While it may not be the kind of vacation you envision, it can still be an incredible opportunity to create lasting memories with your children. 

Stay tuned for Liz's upcoming episode where she'll be joined by Gary Ashton, a real estate agent in Nashville.

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Are there hierarchy issues within modern parenting? Today we explore the ever-evolving landscape of motherhood with Tammy Peterson – a seasoned mother and host of The Tammy Peterson Podcast.

Together, host Liz Durham and Tammy delve into the impact of feminism, the significance of outdoor play, and the importance of self-directed learning for young children.

Tammy shares hard-learned lessons, thoughts on the impact of birth control pills in the '60s, and the over-parenting phenomenon that plagues many families today. She offers valuable insights on the dangers of social media and media consumption, as well as the challenges of being a young mom in today's society.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on hierarchy issues within modern parenting as Tammy shares hard-learned lessons from her own experience. Plus, find out why Tammy’s one rule is: “Be a better person today.”

You can find The Tammy Peterson Podcast on your favorite podcast platform.

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As a working mom, Liz was once taken in by these misconceptions, and now she’s ready to challenge them head-on. In today’s reflection, she breaks down why it’s crucial to understand the impact these lies have on families.

Liz breaks down the difference between quality time versus quantity, the daycare dilemma and early socialization, and the myth of our children’s memories in younger years. 

How do we model hard work for our children without compromising on our presence in their lives? Tune in to find out what Lis has learned. Plus, hear how we can manage guilt and be more empathetic toward other mothers. 

Up next on Being Different, catch an amazing interview with Tammy Peterson, wife of Jordan Peterson and host of her own podcast about how ancient scripture has effected our modern world.

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How much of our trouble starts with a lack of of family structure at home? In this episode of Being Different, Liz Durham is joined by recent guest, New York Times bestselling author Mark Mathabane.

Mark highlights the crucial roles both parents play in a child's upbringing and how the absence of family structure can give rise to issues. Liz and Mark discuss different approaches to discipline within the family, the impact of divorce on children, and the importance of being involved in your child's education. 

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the yin and yang of the family unit balance, and how it shapes our lives.

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In today's society, staying at home as a mother can be met with mixed opinions and even judgment from others. In this solo episode with host Liz Durham, she reflects on the last five months and her journey into her role as a stay-at-home mom.

Liz shares the unexpected obstacles and surprising rewards, lessons in balancing her days, and giving herself grace. Learn how spending more time together led to knowing her kids on a deeper level than ever before.

Plus, transforming into a single-income family can be a delicate subject to tackle. Liz offers insights on how she and her husband navigated this change and found harmony in their financial partnership.

To learn more, visit lizdurham.com.

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How do we navigate the conversation of race with our children? Host Liz Durham sat down with Ace Battle to discuss a topic that is as important as it is complex.

On his podcast Until The Tables Turn, Ace raises concerns about the dangers of looking at people in groups and not as individuals, fostering divisiveness and agendas. In this episode of Being Different, he shares the impacts of social media, labels, and CRT, and the importance of speaking with your values rather than just your beliefs. 

Liz and Ace discuss the importance of educating children on the consequences of our actions and how to judge the world by good versus bad. Ace's insights provide an opportunity for us to approach race with curiosity and an open willingness to learn.

To learn more about Ace, follow him on Instagram.

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In this second episode with Mark Mathabane, we hear more about his experience growing up in South Africa during apartheid and how his life changed in America. 

He joins host Liz Durham to talk about the crucial role of mothers and parents in educating children with balanced experiences and and opportunity. He emphasizes the importance of embracing our common humanity and reaching across racial boundaries.

Make sure you tune in to part 1 of this conversation, visit lizdurham.com to learn more. 

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Despite joining a gang at just five years old, Mark Mathabane’s mother encouraged education and he found hope and a new path through tennis. With the help of legend Stan Smith, he secured a college scholarship in America and his life changed forever. But Mark's message goes beyond personal success.

On this episode of Being Different, New York Times bestselling author Mark Mathabane shares his honest and eye-opening account of growing up in South Africa during apartheid. He joins host Liz Durham to talk about the crucial role of mothers and parents in educating children with balanced experiences and and opportunity. He emphasizes the importance of embracing our common humanity and reaching across racial boundaries.

Want to learn more about talking to your kids about race? Stay tuned for part two, airing next week.

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As more expecting parents consider alternatives to traditional hospital settings, the choice of where to give birth is becoming an increasingly interesting topic. In this episode of Being Different, Liz Durham talks with Lexi Young Peck about her experiences with pregnancy, home birth, and farm life.

Lexi transitioned from city life to farm life with her husband in 2020 and has chosen home birth for all her children, embracing an approach that she says puts the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of the family at the forefront. Lexi shares the benefits, explains the support systems available, and addresses common concerns and misconceptions.

Plus, she talks about her recently published children's book, What Do You Say to a Dragon?, about facing fear and anxiety.

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