The Chaos Commanders

Building Community Through Your Kids' Activities


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It's the Season 1 Finale! 🎉 We are wrapping up the first season of The Chaos Commanders with a heartfelt conversation about the hidden magic of community — and how showing up for your kids can help you build your own village, too. From karate mats to cross-country meets, we'll explore how parent friendships form in the chaos of real life and why connection matters more than ever.

QUOTES

"Parenting can feel isolating, but it doesn't have to be." — Annie

"You don't have to be best friends with everyone you meet to build community." — Annie

"Community doesn't always look like brunch dates. Sometimes it's just someone willing to pick up your kid when you can't." — Annie

"You're not meant to do motherhood alone — you just need to show up." — Katelynn

TAKEAWAYS

1️⃣ Kids' activities aren't just for kids — they're for parents too.

2️⃣ You're not a burden for needing help; asking creates connection.

3️⃣ Every friendship starts with a simple "hello."

4️⃣ Consistency and kindness go further than perfection.

5️⃣ Your village may already be waiting for you on the sidelines.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Book Recommendation: Eight Dates by John & Julie Gottman

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FEATURED CHAOS ANTHEM

Good Feeling by Flo Rida

A high-energy anthem for celebrating accomplishments and ending on a high note! This upbeat track captures the joy of wrapping up a season, the pride of doing the dang thing, and the reminder to soak in the good moments — even in the chaos.

🎧 You can find it (and all our episode anthems) on The Chaos Commanders: Season One playlists available on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music.

CONNECT WITH US

✨The Chaos Commanders will be back for season 2 with a refreshed format — pre-recorded episodes for more consistency, a few structural changes, and guest interviews!

📣 Listener Input Wanted: What do you want more (or less) of in Season 2? Send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook — your feedback shapes what comes next.

🎙️ Thank you for listening, laughing, and commanding the chaos with us for 25 episodes. We'll see you soon for Season 2!

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The Chaos CommandersBy Annie and Katelynn