This week, we’re having a real conversation about something that can quietly shape our parenting more than we realize… pride. Not the obvious kind, but the subtle kind. The kind that shows up in our thoughts, in our reactions, and even in the way we talk about our kids.

Because if we’re honest, a lot of our parenting isn’t just about our children. It’s about us. What people think. How it reflects on us. What it says about us. And without even realizing it, that can start to shape the words we speak over them.

We might downplay their strengths. Highlight their struggles. Try to get ahead of judgment before it ever comes. But our kids are listening.

And over time, those words don’t just pass by… they take root.

And if there’s even a chance that our kids become what they hear us say about them, it’s worth asking—what are we actually speaking?

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We’re told it’s harmless. That it’s deserved. That motherhood is so hard, you need something to take the edge off. But what if that message is shaping more than we realize? In this conversation with Ericka Andersen, we talk about what it looks like to see alcohol differently. Not just sobriety, but a shift in perspective that changes everything.

Because there are things we don’t always talk about. The moments you miss when you’re just a little buzzed. The subtle cues from your husband. The small, meaningful things your kids say and do. Even the quiet ways the Lord is speaking that are easy to overlook when your mind isn’t fully clear. And over time, something that started as a way to relax can quietly become something you feel like you need, shaping patterns in your mind and body.

This episode isn’t about shame. It’s about awareness. It’s about asking honest questions. What would it look like to be fully present in motherhood, with clarity instead of coping? You may never think about alcohol the same way again. Listen to “Breaking the Wine Mom Myth” now.

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Some of the most dangerous sins don’t look like sin. They’re subtle, respectable, and easy to excuse.

In this conversation with Tilly Dillehay, we talk about the sins women are especially vulnerable to, the ones that quietly take root in the heart. Her book, My Dear Hemlock, is inspired by The Screwtape Letters, but written for the modern woman. It imagines a woman’s life being analyzed and targeted by a demon, exposing just how subtle and strategic deception can be. And that’s exactly what we unpack in this episode.

We talk about envy that keeps us focused on what others have, lust that isn’t always physical but emotional and rooted in discontent, a quiet sense of superiority especially toward our husbands, and a desire to appear holy without actually wanting to be holy.

We talk about how deception works, not by pulling us away all at once, but by slowly reshaping what we love. How easy it is to love the appearance of something, the appearance of goodness, the appearance of faith, while our hearts are being formed by something entirely different.

And underneath all of it is this: most of our battles are invisible. But they are not small, and they are not neutral. This is a conversation about the heart, because that’s where the real battle is.

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I have followed Blake for years, and she was someone I consistently went to for her take on politics and what was happening in the world. So when her content suddenly shifted, I noticed immediately. The commentary was gone. In its place was motherhood, home, and a quieter kind of presence that felt different in the best way. I had to ask her why.

Her answer honestly stopped me. Obedience.

This conversation felt like sitting down with a friend I have known forever. We talk about what it looks like to walk away from something you are good at and known for because God is asking you to, and what it takes to actually trust Him when you do not have the full picture. Blake shares the heart behind that shift, what obedience has looked like in her real life, and how it has shaped her as a wife, a homeschool mom, and a content creator. We also get into being high capacity women, what happens when that capacity gets redirected, and some of the behind the scenes of creating content in a world that constantly pulls for more. This one is honest, grounding, and just really, really good.

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We recorded this episode because of you. After sharing our recent movie reviews, we received so many thoughtful messages from moms who are trying to navigate what their kids watch and how to think about entertainment in a way that feels wise and intentional. This conversation is not about creating a list of what you should or should not allow in your home. It is about stepping back and asking better questions.

In this episode, my mom and I talk through some familiar titles like Harry Potter, Star Wars, Frozen, and Moana, but more importantly, we talk about the why behind what we choose to watch. Just because we grew up with something or because everyone else is watching it does not automatically make it right for our kids. Entertainment is not neutral, and what our children consume is shaping how they see the world, authority, identity, and truth.

Our heart is to encourage you, not overwhelm you. You do not have to get it perfect, but you can be intentional. We share a simple framework to help you think through movies before you press play, and how to use what your kids are watching as an opportunity for conversation, not just consumption.

Because at the end of the day, we are not just raising kids who watch. We are raising kids who think, who discern, and who are rooted in truth.

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We had such a meaningful conversation with Laurie Krieg, author of Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World, about one of the most important responsibilities we have as parents…talking to our kids about the world they’re growing up in.

In this episode, we talk about how to approach conversations around sex, LGBTQ topics, and pornography in a way that is thoughtful, grounded, and rooted in truth.

Laurie’s heart, and what makes her book so impactful, is that these conversations aren’t guided by culture, they’re guided by the Gospel. The Bible should be our foundation, and she does such a beautiful job showing parents how to actually live that out in real, everyday conversations with our kids.

We also talk about how to teach something our kids don’t naturally have yet…discernment. Not fear. Not avoidance. But wisdom. How to be the first voice shaping what they hear, how to guide them before the world does, and how to help them navigate what they will inevitably encounter.

This isn’t always easy to talk about, but it matters. And this conversation gives practical ways to begin.

If you’ve ever wondered when to start or what to say, this episode will help you take that first step.

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We are so excited to welcome David Thomas and Sissy Goff from Raising Boys & Girls to The Raising Rock Podcast.

David and Sissy have spent decades counseling children and equipping parents, and their newest book, Capable: A Guide to Raising Kids Who Know They Can Do Hard Things, continues that mission.

In this episode, we talk about something every parent wants for their children: capability.

How do we raise kids who can face challenges, navigate disappointment, and grow through difficulty instead of shrinking from it?

David shares a powerful insight from his work with boys: when something goes wrong, many boys instinctively swing between blame and shame. They either point the finger outward or turn the criticism inward. The healthy middle ground we want to teach them is ownership.

Sissy also explains how many girls tend to move toward perfectionism, placing immense pressure on themselves to get everything right.

Throughout the conversation, they offer practical wisdom for parents on:

• Raising children who are capable and resilient
• Helping kids navigate big emotions and setbacks
• Teaching ownership instead of blame or shame
• Guiding boys and girls through their different emotional patterns

If you want to raise kids who can face the world with confidence, humility, and courage, this conversation is full of wisdom.

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In this episode of the Raising Rock Podcast, we sit down with author, speaker, and parenting expert Arlene Pellicane to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing families today—technology and our kids.

Arlene is the host of the Happy Home Podcast and the author of several books including Screen Kids, Parents Rising, Calm, Cool, and Connected, Growing Up Social (co-written with Dr. Gary Chapman), and 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom. Her work focuses on helping families strengthen their relationships, build healthy habits, and raise children who love God and value what’s right. She has appeared on outlets like the Today Show, Fox & Friends, and Focus on the Family.

In our conversation, we talk honestly about the reality of raising kids in a screen-saturated world and what parents can actually do about it.

Together we discuss:

• How to recognize signs of screen or gaming addiction in kids
• The subtle ways technology begins to take over childhood
• Why limits and boundaries actually help children thrive
• Practical ways parents can reset their family’s technology habits
• What healthy technology use can look like in your home

This conversation is full of practical wisdom and encouragement for parents who want to raise thoughtful, grounded kids in a digital age.

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As we close out Season 1, we’re taking time to pause, reflect, and give thanks.

In this episode, we share what the Lord has been placing on our hearts through Psalm 73—a reminder to keep our eyes fixed on Him, especially when the world feels loud, confusing, or heavy. We reflect on God’s faithfulness over this past season and express deep gratitude for the ways He has led, sustained, and grown us through this podcast.

We also invite you behind the scenes into some of the quiet, private moments that make up the DNA of Raising Rock—moments of prayer, surrender, obedience, and growth that often happen off-mic but shape everything we do.

Above all, this episode is simply a heartfelt thank-you. We are so grateful for what the Lord has done through this podcast and through each of you who has joined us along the way. Our prayer is that Season 1 has encouraged your heart, pointed you back to Christ, and reminded you that He is near.

We’re looking ahead with expectation as we prepare to launch Season 2 in March 2026, trusting the Lord to continue leading every step.

Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for being part of this community. We pray you are richly blessed by Season 1—and we can’t wait to continue this journey together.

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In this special Christmas episode, Elise Orozco shares a message given at the Mission Church Women’s Christmas Tea in Carlsbad.

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