How do we support our children emotionally… while also caring for our own mental and emotional well-being as parents?

In this episode of The Story Seat, I sit down with Raeanne Johnson for a compassionate and practical conversation about parenting, emotional health, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, and the connection between neuroscience and faith.

With more than 15 years of clinical experience—and as a homeschooling mom of three—Raeanne brings both professional expertise and real-life understanding to the challenges families face every day.

Her work helps parents move from confusion and overwhelm toward clarity, emotional connection, and healthier rhythms at home.

In this conversation, we explore:

What’s really happening in a child’s brain during emotional overwhelm

How parents can respond to “big feelings” with both compassion and structure

Supporting children with anxiety and ADHD

The emotional weight many parents quietly carry

Burnout, perfectionism, and letting go of guilt

How faith and neuroscience can work together in parenting

What it truly means to raise emotionally healthy children

Raeanne also shares encouragement for parents who feel exhausted, discouraged, or unsure if they’re doing enough—offering simple mindset shifts and practical tools that can make everyday life feel more manageable and connected.

This episode is a reminder that parenting is not about perfection. It’s about presence, grace, and learning how to support both ourselves and our children through life’s challenges.

If you’re raising children, navigating emotional struggles in your home, or simply trying to create a healthier and more peaceful family environment, this conversation will leave you feeling understood, encouraged, and supported.