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- Raising Kids with Conviction in a Wishy-Washy World
We discuss how to instill strong convictions and values in children while navigating the ever-changing cultural landscape. We offer practical advice and real-life examples to help you guide your kids to make wise choices, to stand up for what they believe, and to be anchored in their faith and values.
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34 min - Focus Your Energy Here | TWO-MINUTE TIPS
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This week we talk through ways to get over the crippling anxiety of parenthood.
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35 min - Coaching Your Child From The Sidelines | TWO-MINUTE TIPS
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In this Q&A episode, we discuss 3 parenting questions:Ā
- How can I help my kids get along better with each other?
- Am I a bad parent if I sometimes feel embarrassed by my childās actions? What if they arenāt achieving as much as their peers?
- As a Parent, how do I measure my success, because I feel like a failure?
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35 min - Boosting Your Patience
Tips on how to keep your cool with your kids.
Tip #1:Ā Identify your triggers, then tackle just one
- Awareness is key, what are some patterns and commonality in times where you tend to lose your cool?
- Pick just one of those areas, and think of ideas/strategies to help you react better in that one situation. be intentional - not just āwishingā and āhopingā to be more patience
- Example: feeling pressured to make a decision when distractedĀ
Tip #2:Ā Set Age-appropriate expectations and make sure to communicate what they are
- Consider the difference between childishness and foolishness - it helps you pick and choose battles
- Communicate and get on same page as to expectations - often times we are enabling kids not to meet our unspoken expectations (asking kids to clean room example)Ā
Tip #3:Ā Allow yourself to be human
- Maybe losing patience can help us realize some areas in our own lives we need to address
- Be kind to yourself when you mess up, this helps you extend kindness to others
- Learn to apologize to your kids
- All this is a great model for kids, and creates a culture of patience and graciousness within the family.Ā
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31 min - Boosting Your Ability to Connect with Your Kids
Tips on how to connect with your kids even though youāre all so different!
Tip #1:Ā BE CURIOUS- The best mindset for connection is one of wanting to discover who your kids are (vs. assuming we know everything or putting them into set mold)
- Practical Action: at least once a day try to ask an open ended questionĀ
Tip #2:Ā BE PRESENT
- Parents tend to multi-task; this extends to how we connect with our kids and hinders connection
- Practical Action: engage in the connecting power pose - where you get down and position yourself eye level with your kid.Ā
Tip #3:Ā BE INVITING
- Parents are pros at saying no. also say no when kids ask to help or be part of what we are doing but we want to create a culture of being a team and doing things together. if you wait to let them help you when they're old enough to be fully competent, they may no longer be interested.Ā
- Allow kids to help you creates a sweet bond and worth the sacrifice of a few more minutes on the task
- Practical Action: invite your kids - do you want to help? (different from chores)
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30 min - Boosting The Fun In Your Family
We've got great tips on how to have fun with your kids, for every age and stage!
Don't forget to share your favorite tip or fun idea in the reviews section of your podcast app!
33 min - Boosting the Spark in Your Marriage
Parents, are you in need of some tips on how to help your marriage win in the midst of the busy life of parenting?
Even the best couples sometimes get stuck in the necessary routines of parenting. Here are some of the experts' tips on boosting the spark in a marriage... even your busy relationship!
Tip #1: Adjust the bar!
- The reality is, marriages change when you have kids, and some of your expectations probably should, too!
- EXAMPLE: I have a few friends who have chosen not to have children and the primary reason was they evaluated what their life would look likeā¦. how things would change.. and decided they didnāt want to make those adjustments.
- Rememberā¦. different doesnāt have to be worseā¦different can be better!
Tip #2: Do Small Things Often over Grand Gestures
- Sometimes we quit before we begin because we think marriage has to look like before kids in order for there to be spark (more flexible, bigger)
- But itās the little things done consistently - Gottmanās small actions practiced daily. āāSuccessful long-term relationships are created through small words, small gestures, and small acts.āĀ
- Make small emotional deposits every day
Tip #3: Practice the Art of Contentment.
- Refuse to compareā¦comparing always ruins contentment.
- Donāt compare what your marriage used to be likeā¦. what your spouse used to be like!
- Donāt compare how you are navigating having kids with how you think others are.
Tip #4: Repel Resentment by Being a Gardner for Gratitude
- A big temptation with parents is scorekeeping. Who is doing more? feel unappreciated, unsupported.Ā This leads to resentment and criticism, which is poison ivy.
- A big way to fight against this is to garden for gratitude. donāt just wait for gratitude to come ānaturallyā - you have to seek it out and cultivate it, look for it.Ā What we focus on is what grows.Ā Gottmanās ācatch your partner doing something rightā
Tip #5: Refuse to Make Your Entire World Revolve Around Your Children
- Force yourself to be selfish once in a while early onā¦. or else it will be tough later.
- Rememberā¦you are a parent, not a āKarentāā¦. your kids canāt dictate everything.
Tip #6: Prioritize Date nights - and Donāt Feel Bad About It!
Find ways to have date nights or ātimesā it can be simple, maybe just once a month thatās designated as purposeful date. it WILL take effort - but it's important.
But the bigger point here is donāt feel guilty about it! Itās actually a tremendously healthy thing to model for your kids - investing in marriage and relationships, that world doesnāt just revolve around them. And strong marriages = strong families.Ā36 min - Help! Iām Feeling Overwhelmed
ou canāt pour into your kids when your own well is empty. When you feel overwhelmed is when you have to do the counter-intuitive thing and make sure you are caring for your own heart/soul.Ā
Share your tips with managing feelings of being overwhelmed in the reviews section. Or share a story of encouragement for other parents who are dealing with that "struggling to keep your head above water" feeling.Ā
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For more great shows for families from Saddleback church, check out Stories Of The Bible from Saddleback Kids on your favorite podcast app!
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About On Purpose Parents
From the publisher's feed
š Parents, itās time to celebrate! The On Purpose Parents, a Saddleback Parents Podcast has arrived, and weāre here to help you win at parenting! As parents ourselves, we know that parenting is the toughest, most important job on the planet! You canāt possibly do it alone. And now you donāt have to, because weāre your people! Tune in for helpful and insightful tips and advice, creative ideas, and loads of encouragement to help you raise happy and healthy kids and win at being an On Purpose Parent!
In each episode, Host Kurt Johnston brings 30+ years of experience working with tens of thousands of kids, teens, and parents, along with 20+ years of experience parenting his own children. Youāll also connect with our wonderful Cohost and fellow parent, Grace Yoon, whose personal stories and practical insights will warm your heart, bring a smile to your face, and give you peace of mind knowing that youāre doing a much better job at parenting than you think. Even Producer Chris chimes in periodically to share his experience of raising three children and helping moms, dads, and families for over 30 years.
Our featured guests are experienced parents who will share their wisdom, knowledge, and real-life stories, offering practical solutions to common parenting challenges giving you a sense of community and support.
Our ongoing, weekly Podcast consists of a variety of episodes comprised of conversations, stories, trainings, Q&A, and guest interviews, all intended to help you win at parenting! Whether you're a first-time parent or a seasoned pro, our podcast is designed to help you feel more confident and capable in your parenting journey. So, tune in and join us as we explore the joys and challenges of parenting and help you become the best parent you can be! Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and turn on the notification bell to never miss an episode.
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