Have you thought about being on a podcast or taking up a new hobby or passion? Mary Jean Ridges embraces fear and showing up in spite of it. Born in Idaho and raised Kaysville, she attended Davis High School, Weber State University, and the University of South Carolina where she obtained a Masters in Social work. She is the 4th of nine children and was raised by parents of opposite upbringing, one from New York and one from West Virginia. She and her husband are raising 4 children, 3 who live at home. She is a licensed clinical social worker at Wasatch Behavioral Health Mountain Peaks Clinic. She enjoys being a ride leader with NICA, riding with all 4 of her children on the local mountain bike team for the past six years. I love her desire to share her story and willingness to listen to other people’s stories.

What You'll Hear:

• Pain can be a gift that helps us recognize when something needs fixing.
• Being a Sendy Mom means embracing challenges and encouraging others.
• Family support is crucial in fostering confidence and risk-taking.
• Cultural experiences can broaden perspectives and promote empathy.
• Service and humanitarian work can lead to personal fulfillment and growth.
• Parenting should focus on teaching competence and independence.
• Engaging in hobbies can provide joy and a sense of accomplishment.
• Community connections are vital for emotional support and growth.
• Overcoming fears can lead to deeper relationships and personal satisfaction.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Sendy Moms and Community

03:03 Defining a Sendy Mom

05:42 Family Background and Influences

07:49 Encouraging Risk-Taking in Children

09:46 Life Lessons from College and Travel

12:39 Mary Jean's mother's work in a Leporasorium

16:32 Healing from Trauma through Forming Relationships

25:41 Empowering Children Through Responsibility

33:16 Navigating Risk and Freedom in Parenting

36:19 The Balance of Passion and Practicality

38:35 The Joy of Hobbies and Lifelong Learning

40:50 Cow-Co-ops with the neighborhood Cow

47:39 Facing Fears and Embracing Vulnerability

51:49 Rapid Fire Questions

Find all resources here: Competence Breeds Confidence with Mary Jean Ridges

Luke Whitlock - Red Bull Rampage

Cabrini - TV Show

Stories we Tell - Joanna Gaines

Homosexuality Reframed: Growth Beyond Gay - Thomas Pritt, PhD with Ann Pritt PhD

Christian Medical College Vellore

Sendy Spotlight:
Dr. Paul Brand "I thank God for pain. I cannot think of a greater gift I could give my leprosy patients.”

Where to go next:

Fostering Growth, Creativity, and Courage in Children

Music, Disability Parenting, and Playing for the Love of It

The Joy of Motherhood and Hyde Park Academy

\Normalize the Risk: 7 Lessons from Jenn Drummond on Setting Impossible Goals