Positive On Purpose

Before you set a boundary do you have enough Connection Capital in the bank? Join us as break down Dr. Becky's powerful co-regulation tools so you can shift from power struggles to deep connection.

Resources: Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming The Parent You Want to Be by Dr. Becky Kennedy

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In this episode, we explore a crucial mindset shift for modern parenting: are we inadvertently teaching our kids that being naturally talented or "good" at something matters more than simply being brave enough to try? We break down how both require different kinds of encouragement, and how we can support our children when they aren't the best in the room.

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Following a gritty, down-to-the-wire Milwaukee Brewers win over the Padres, the postgame locker room chatter highlighted a fascinating split in player mindsets as some described the victory through defense (staying steady, grinding out tough innings), while others described it through offense (refusing to let up, taking every extra base).

In this episode, we break down why true long-term momentum requires mastering both Resilience and Relentlessness.

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An anniversary shouldn't just be about where you eat - it's about how you connect. This week, we share 5 simple, transformative traditions to bring deep reflection, shared novelty, and playful intimacy back in to your celebrations. Whether you've been together for 2 years or 20, hit play to learn how to design connection.

Resources: GrowthDay - Brendon AI

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We often think parenting is about what we tell our kids, but the truth is simple: values are caught, not taught. Children are intuitive observers, watching how we face fear, handle failure, and step out of our comfort zones. In this episode, we unpack why playing small isn't just a personal choice, it creates an unintended ceiling for what your kids believe is possible in their own lives.

Tune in to discover how facing your own goals and honoring your potential becomes the greatest permission slip for the next generation to dream big.

Resources: Ed Mylett

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​In this episode, we unpack why high-stress seasons, like back-to-school transitions, often trick us into mistaking temporary exhaustion for relationship friction.

Instead of getting stuck in a battle of me vs. you or striving for perfection, we explore how to shift back to us vs. the chaos. Join us for practical, realistic ways to protect your bond so your relationship isn't another item on your stress list, rather it’s your safe place to land.

Resources: The Gottman Institute

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The first day of school isn't just a transition for our kids - it's a major shift for us as parents! In this episode, Jules shares about her personal experience getting her preschooler prepared for his first big day, the real life strategies that made the morning run smoothly, and how to protect your own energy and peace through it all.

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As the new school year kicks off, morning routines and fresh schedules can easily trigger overthinking and overwhelm, for both parents and kids. In this episode, we draw inspiration from Jon Acuff’s book Soundtracks to help you replace negative, runaway thoughts with mental soundtracks that are helpful, kind, and true.

​Tune in as we share practical, daily mantras you can repeat in the carpool line, during breakfast, or right before bedtime to build resilience, calm back-to-school jitters, and set a positive tone for the entire family.

Resources:
Soundtracks by Jon Acuff
Your New Playlist by Jon Acuff, L.E. Acuff, and McRae Acuff

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In today's episode, we're opening up our own bookshelves and sharing the exact books we are reading right now to prep our kids - and ourselves for the  new school year.

From picture books that tackle separation anxiety, growth mindset, and big first-day feelings, to the parenting books giving us permission to slow down, better understand our kids, and set healthy boundaries - this list has become our survival guide.

For Kids:
- The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn
- The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
- I'm Happy-Sad Today by Lory Britain
- A Letter to My Teacher by Shannon Olsen
- The Magical Yet by Angela DiTerlizzi
- Mae's First Day of School by Corey R. Tabor

For Parents:
- Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy
- The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
- The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
- Fair Play by Eve Rodsky
- Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE

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The invisible load isn’t doing the chores, it’s the relentless mental management required to run a home, especially as the school year kicks off.

In this episode of our Back to School Series, we share how busy parents are using AI as an executive assistant to streamline chaos, eliminate decision fatigue, and delegate the cognitive noise without the guilt.

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