No Seriously, How Do I Do This?

As a professor, therapist, stand-up comedian, and mom, Melissa Mork has intentionally implemented humor in every aspect of her life. Beyond being fun-loving, she understands the therapeutic value that humor offers us, and seeks to help us implement it as a primary tool in our parenting efforts. And don't worry if you don't think you're funny, turns out you don't have to be!

This is a different kind of episode, where YOU are brought into the conversation to share your stories, your tips, your tricks, as we explore how to make the most of this holiday in raising thankful kids. Listeners help guide the conversation as we think deeper about the meaning of thankfulness, its importance, and discuss practical ways to demonstrate it for our children this Thanksgiving.

Marriage, children, career, church commitments, friendship, self-care, hobbies, community involvement- the juggle is real, and few understand that better than Kati Whitledge. As the founder of a robust beauty empire, Kati understood hustle. When she welcomed a child into that world, however, the hustle had to be modified and she didn't always balance things well. Kati's honesty and transparency invite you to let your guard down and understand that this is a journey we are all on, and that the ability we have to learn from each other is a gift.

Raising three children is never easy. Raising three children alone, two of which are teenagers, as a woman of color in this turbulent time, raises the stakes even higher. However, Tahesha's unshakeable faith and sheer determination have enabled her to not only see success in parenting, but in launching Woman of Worth, whose mission is to empower women to see their worth and value in Christ. Join us to be inspired and reminded that you are not alone and never without hope.

Ever since she can remember, Rebecca dreamed of having a big family. God's timing didn't quite line up to her expectations, though, and there were points where she wondered if she had misread Him. Meeting her husband in her mid-thirties and experiencing several miscarriages taught her to cling to God and has shaped the woman she is today: mother of two, with a third on the way. Join us as Rebecca shares about what she has learned on this journey and offers encouragement to anyone who fears their story may not turn out how they'd pictured it.

The belief that youth is a time of unadulterated innocence and hopefulness is fondly held, but sorely misplaced. The recent suicide of 10-year old Kodie Dutcher reminds us that children are not immune to social pressures or mental illness. In this week's episode Dr. Melissa Mork seeks to equip us with the knowledge and tools we need to not only recognize the problem, but intervene before the problem grows. You will leave assured that there is help, and there is hope.

The Sidewalk Prophets front man recently welcomed his first son into the world and the journey is familiar: plenty of wonder, sweet moments, and sleepless nights. But bringing a baby home during a global pandemic has had its own challenges, and the journey to get here wasn't always easy. Dave Frey shares his experiences, expectations, and desires for the future in an episode that will warm your heart.

Many of us received news recently that our kids were not going to be waltzing out of our homes and back into the classroom like we'd expected this fall, and that may not have been welcome news. One more stressor in a stressful season. Jamie Erickson is a seasoned homeschooler (five kids, 14 years and counting) who began her education career in a traditional classroom. She has written the book, "Homeschool Bravely" and manages the blog, "The Unlikely Homeschool." She joins us this week to share hope, help, and encouragement for anyone overwhelmed by this unexpected twist in their child's education. Whether you are trying to survive until the kids can go back, or are looking to make the switch the homeschooling permanent, there is wisdom to be gleaned here.

Colton Dixon and his wife Annie are first time parents-to-be, and they're expecting twins! While they share their expectations, hopes, and fears, you are invited to take a trip back down memory lane to when you were first getting started on this journey; back when you could shamelessly proclaim, "No seriously, how do I do this?"

COVID-19 has turned the world on its head, and it's not done yet. The disruption is just one more thing that unites us. As is the fact that, as parents, we feel the pressure of maintaining our sanity when the kids.never.leave. Matthew West gets it. Earlier this year he released the hilarious song, "Quarantine Life," which proves that he's in the trenches with us. We are going to chat about this new normal, as Matthew offers you encouragement and insight that is sure to reinvigorate you on this crazy journey.