Solo Parent

TOPIC & GUEST

This week we’re discussing Moving Forward With Courage with Annie F. Downs.

PAIN POINT

When we become single parents we experience loss of a relationship, spouse, or our envisioned future, and with that often comes the loss of courage. We get stuck and don’t know how to keep going, much less face the challenges ahead. How do we find the courage to move forward toward living our fullest life? 

GUEST BIO

Annie F. Downs is a bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Engaging and honest, she makes readers and listeners alike feel as if they’ve been longtime friends. Founder of the That Sounds Fun Network—which includes her aptly named flagship show, That Sounds Fun—and author of multiple bestselling books like “100 Days to Brave” and “Remember God,” Annie shoots straight and doesn’t shy away from the tough topics. But she always finds her way back to the truth that God is good and that life is a gift. Annie is a huge fan of laughing with friends, confetti, soccer, and boiled peanuts (preferably from a backroads Georgia gas station). 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON ANNIE F. DOWNS CLICK HERE!

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TOPIC & GUEST
This week we’re discussing Living Fearless with author Jamie Winship

PAIN POINT
It’s always inspiring to hear someone confidently say, “This is what I am called to do” or “This is who I am.” Yet, many of us aren’t sure what our true identity is. Instead, without even realizing it, we function in a false identity created by fear, shame, trauma, or negative perception. How do we come fully into our true selves to courageously live on purpose?

GUEST BIO
Jamie Winship has decades of experience bringing peaceful solutions to some of the world’s highest conflict areas. After a distinguished law enforcement career in the metro Washington, DC area, he worked in high-conflict areas in the Middle East for almost three decades. Jamie has worked with leaders in professional sports, business, education, law enforcement, government, non-profit, and other sectors. He and his wife Donna are co-founders of Identity Exchange which helps individuals and teams discover new levels of creativity and resiliency within the framework of true identity. He is the author of Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God.

For more resources, visit:
https://www.jamiewinship.com
https://www.identityexchange.com

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejamiewinship
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ORDER Jamie Winship’s Book, Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God → https://amzn.to/4c1AYJz

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TOPIC
This week we’re discussing Courage To Doubt.

We often think of doubt as something negative—as a weakness or a lack of certainty. And if we’re doubting our beliefs and they’re wrapped in our identity, it can be especially scary. Yet, doubt can actually be a positive thing. How can we encourage our kids to have a healthy relationship with doubt?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
1) Viewing doubt as either “good” or “bad” (*only spending a short amount of time on this point, focusing mainly on Topic #2 and #3)
2) Courage to doubt faith
3) Courage to doubt ourselves

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
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TOPIC
This week we’re discussing Courage to Have Difficult Conversations with Our Kids

PAIN POINT
There are certain conversations dealing with challenging, confusing, traumatizing, or sensitive topics that some of us would rather avoid talking about with our kids, for a variety of reasons. But the reality is that we cannot always shelter our kids from the difficulties of our world today—and the ability to talk about tough stuff is a skill that we, as parents, need to have. How can we find courage to have difficult conversations with our kids?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
The myths we believe about hard topics
Establishing a safe and supportive environment
Conversations with younger kids vs. older kids

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
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TOPIC
This week we’re discussing Courage to Have Difficult Conversations with Our Kids

PAIN POINT
There are certain conversations dealing with challenging, confusing, traumatizing, or sensitive topics that some of us would rather avoid talking about with our kids, for a variety of reasons. But the reality is that we cannot always shelter our kids from the difficulties of our world today—and the ability to talk about tough stuff is a skill that we, as parents, need to have. How can we find courage to have difficult conversations with our kids?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
The myths we believe about hard topics
Establishing a safe and supportive environment
Conversations with younger kids vs. older kids

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
For all the detailed show notes, tips and links click - https://soloparent.org/show-notes-blog

ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

To receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info and a free book click - https://soloparent.org/welcome-toolkit

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TOPIC & GUEST
This week we’re discussing Creating Safe and Secure Connections with Relationship Expert Julie Menanno

PAIN POINT
We are all born with a need to connect and form bonds. We want secure relationships that are full of deep trust, safety, comfort, and confidence. But often, our relationships are not what we imagined they would be. Enter: Attachment theory. It refers to the emotional bond between people—and how we give and receive love, beginning at infancy. Our attachment style informs the formation of all our relationships. So how can we use attachment theory in our favor, to deepen our bonds with those we love most?

GUEST BIO
Julie Menanno is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. She also provides insight and advice for couples at @TheSecureRelationship on Instagram, with over one million followers. She founded and runs the Bozeman Therapy & Counseling clinic, and The Secure Relationship Coaching. She lives in Bozeman, Montana, with her husband and six children.

Today, we cover three main points:
1)Can you explain attachment theory to our listeners?
2)What are the different attachment styles?
3)How do we discover our own attachment style?

LINK TO SHOW NOTES
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TOPIC
This week we’re discussing How Codependency Ruins Relationships.

PAIN POINT
The things we do as codependents is all about trying to protect a relationship and develop deeper connections—but in actuality, codependency keeps us outside of a true relationship. How does codependency ruin relationships and how can we break free from these unhealthy patterns?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
1) The five core symptoms of codependency
2) The backward logic of codependency
3) Breaking free from codependency

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
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ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

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TOPIC & GUEST
This week we’re discussing Building Healthy Relationships with Our Kids (Featuring Solo Kids Colton & Zara)

PAIN POINT
As single parents, we all want healthy relationships with our kids. And, as any parent knows, it’s not as easy as it sounds and there’s certainly not a cut-and-dry way of doing this. But are there some good practices to put into place to cultivate openness, mutual respect, trust, and connection?

GUEST BIO
Colton Lee is the oldest son of regular contributor, Marissa Lee. Colton is a Class of 2024 high school graduate and he will be heading to Ole Miss to study Accounting. Zara Beeson is the youngest of Robert’s three daughters. Zara graduated from Dental School and is a Certified Dental Assistant at a practice in Franklin, TN.

LINK TO SHOW NOTES
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TOPIC & GUEST
This week we’re discussing Using Loneliness to Your Advantage with Dr. Chip Dodd

PAIN POINT
If there is one word to describe single parenting, it’s “loneliness.” We are reminded throughout the day—in big and small ways—that we don’t have a partner for companionship. Loneliness hits when we miss our kids if we’re co-parenting. And we’re always keenly aware there’s no one to share the responsibilities, experiences, decision-making, and mental load with; no one to laugh (or cry) with after the kids go to bed. How can we use loneliness to our advantage?

GUEST BIO
Chip Dodd is an author, a speaker, and a counselor. He holds a PhD in counseling and is the author of many books including “The Voice of the Heart,” which has been a cornerstone resource for us here at Solo Parent.

LINK TO SHOW NOTES
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ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

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TOPIC
This week we’re discussing Building Authentic Relationships When You Don’t Have Time

PAIN POINT
We crave deep and authentic relationships with other people but developing them takes time and emotional availability. How do we build authentic relationships when we’re running scarce on time or energy?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
1) Who are we giving our time to?
2) Quality vs. quantity
3) Making friendship the new romance

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
For all the detailed show notes, tips and links click - https://soloparent.org/show-notes-blog

ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

To receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info and a free book click - https://soloparent.org/welcome-toolkit

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ROUNDTABLE FORMAT

TOPIC
Today we are discussing Finding Peace in Singleness

PAIN POINT
As a single parent, the topic of singleness brings up all sorts of hopes, fears, and emotions. Can we make peace with being single while still wanting or being open to romantic love?

3 MAIN POINTS
Today, we cover three main points:
The importance of self-reflection and being single
Making peace with not getting what you want
Not settling for “less than”

LINK TO SHOWNOTES
For all the detailed show notes, tips and links click - https://soloparent.org/show-notes-blog

ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

To receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info and a free book click - https://soloparent.org/welcome-toolkit

Join our FREE daily meditational devotional - pod.link/1517894054

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ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

To receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info and a free book click - https://soloparent.org/welcome-toolkit

Join our FREE daily meditational devotional - pod.link/151789405

Wherever You Go I Want You To Know is available here. Save 25% by using code: Go25