Struggle Well School

Struggle Well School

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Struggle Well School episodes

  • Patreon: Discussing Social Media (for Kids & Adults)
    What you are hearing right now is a small portion from our Patreon episode that went out this week. If you want to join the Patreon community, head on over here to receive this full episode and many many more! You'll also get the unedited video version of each Patreon episode if you want to see all of the bloopers before your very eyes. You won't regret it, see you soon!
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    2 min
  • #281: Problem Solved
    Loving people well whether you agree with their choices or not… that’s a part of our calling as Christ followers. Thank you guys for trusting us with your problems! This week we had some hard ones to solve! We also solve fun ones like how to pray with your little littles, whether you should send your hard kids to a deserted island or not, and how to connect with unfriendly neighbors.

    WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:

    • How to connect with an unfriendly neighbor

    • Tips for praying with young kiddos
    • Loving people well and the topic of gender dysphoria 
    • Theology in the Raw #881 -  From Trans to Detrans: Daisy Chadra

    • Feeling a pull towards being more vulnerable 
    • Flo Vitamins
    • 60 songs that explain the 90s
    • KS: finances, bad listeners, general motherhood fatigue
    • GL: Baby Girl, John Mayer and his hands, deserted island article

      • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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      59 min
    • Patreon: Lonely Seasons and Tinkle Razors
      What you are hearing right now is a small portion from our Patreon episode that went out this week. If you want to join the Patreon community, head on over here to receive this full episode and many many more! You'll also get the unedited video version of each Patreon episode if you want to see all of the bloopers before your very eyes. You won't regret it, see you soon!

      WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
      • Em’s shift in alcohol use explained in a Just Em coming soon
      • Stephanie’s phrase “Not what if but whatever is” from Philippians 4:8
      • Longing for a church community in an incredibly difficult season of parenting
      • Gabb Phones 
      • KS: Dogs ruining carpet via licking, managing cell phone use for older kids
      • GL: Matcha recipe from Starbucks, Tinkle razors, Super Target salads
        • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

        CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
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        CONNECT WITH KATE:
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        CONNECT WITH EMILY:
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        SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

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        3 min
      • #280: Summer Activities
        Need some summer activity inspiration? This one is guaranteed to help you mix it up with the kids. We share what we do to keep our kids busy and the Struggs wrote in with excellent ideas as well. We have a few huge activity fails that we suggest you stay away from + we take a minute to demystify Patreon.

        WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
        • Patreon, what is it?
        • Jen Fulwiler on IG
        • KS: Uber Eats fees, Kate’s dogs, dealing with baby helmets
        • GL: Kiddo’s traveling alone on an airplane, navigating adult friendships. BLB storefront opening

          • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
          CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
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          CONNECT WITH EMILY:
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          EPISODE SPONSORS:
          Trust & Will: Visit for 10% off plus free shipping 
          Olive and June: Code MSW for 20% off your first mani system

          SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

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          1 hr
        • Patreon: Socksless Pantsless Medusa
          What you are hearing right now is a small portion from our Patreon episode that went out this week. If you want to join the Patreon community, head on over here to receive this full episode and many many more! You'll also get the unedited video version of each Patreon episode if you want to see all of the bloopers before your very eyes. You won't regret it, see you soon!

          WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
          • Process of plopping curly hair 
          • Are you into: Clockwork robot nails, pants + socks while you sleep, fake lashes
          • Thrive Causemetics mascara & No. 7 tubing mascara
          • KS: Troublesome washcloth use, nanny found the top drawer sensitive items, husband clutter
          • GL: Counseling, Beat Saber on Oculus VR headset, navigating dating teenagers
            • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

            CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
            website | instagram | patreon

            CONNECT WITH KATE:
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            CONNECT WITH EMILY:
            website | instagram | facebook | patreon

            SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

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            6 min
          • #279: Summer Meal Rotations
            Need some summer meal inspiration? Is your favorite summer meal delivered by DoorDash? No matter what your situation is, ya gotta eat. This particular episode is like an audio version of a Pinterest scroll but with friends and lots of laughter. The Strugg community shares so many creative ways to feed your people this summer you’re going to want to listen to this before your next grocery trip.

            WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
            • Suggested follow for simple food ideas @kids.eat.in.color
            • Cook books: From Freezer to Table, Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade, Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients
            • Solving Dinnertime Drama with Polly Conner
            • Family style meal ideas
            • Buffet style meal ideas
            • One pot/one pan meal ideas
            • Pre-made meal ideas
            • Santa Fe Chicken + Change Your Life Chicken
            • NoseFreida & the Windi Gas Reliever
            • Propagation Decor
            • New plan! Look for the Big Sister Question of the Week in the FB Group
            • KS: Construction in the home, traveling eye fungus (psoriasis), nurturing sick kids
            • GL: The blessing that other adults can be for your kids, blessings at Kate & Rebecca’s homes
              • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

              CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
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              CONNECT WITH KATE:
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              CONNECT WITH EMILY:
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              EPISODE SPONSORS:
              Prose: Use this link for a free in-dept hair consultation + 15% off your first order
              Olive and June: Code MSW for 20% off your first mani system
              KiwiCo: Code MSW gets your first month FREE on select crates
              Puridy Debt Solutions: Use this link to take back your financial freedom

              SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

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              1 hr 1 min
            • Patreon: Cool Pool Roof
              What you are hearing right now is a small portion from our Patreon episode that went out this week. If you want to join the Patreon community, head on over here to receive this full episode and many many more! You'll also get the unedited video version of each Patreon episode if you want to see all of the bloopers before your very eyes. You won't regret it, see you soon!

              WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
              • Pool owning perspective shift
              • Personalized bra fitting experiences
              • Plans to visit the first Starbucks in Seattle
              • KS: House hunting, leaking roofs, Em’s never ending job + shoulder surgery
              • GL: Pit Liquor Deodorant, Neil is coming home, stay-cation date ideas
                • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

                CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
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                CONNECT WITH KATE:
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                CONNECT WITH EMILY:
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                BIG SISTER VOICEMAIL LINE:If you are a mom of older kids and have wisdom to share, call us! 203.871.1683

                SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

                LINKS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
                Patreon | Amazon
                *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
                6 min
              • #278: Problem Solved
                Have you ever heard directly from God? How is reemerging back into public going where you are? Those two things are not related but are equally interesting and they are both covered in this chat!

                Strugg problems are solved a mile a minute in this episode. Problems like: kids eating non-stop now that they’re home more, piles everywhere, how to gracefully embrace new family members & the dreaded late summer bedtimes.

                WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:

                • Struggs solved brushing teeth at night with bathtubs + a toothpaste dispenser
                • How to stay cool this summer
                • Solutions for those awful late summertime bedtimes
                • Tips for embracing new family members
                • KS: June/July confusion, the military family experience surrounding reenlistment 
                • GL: Hearing from God about a new career idea, Mojo’s went to an actual farm
                  • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

                  CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
                  website | instagram | patreon

                  CONNECT WITH KATE:
                  instagram | website | patreon

                  CONNECT WITH EMILY:
                  website | instagram | facebook | patreon

                  BIG SISTER VOICEMAIL LINE:If you are a mom of older kids and have wisdom to share, call us! 203.871.1683

                  EPISODE SPONSORS:
                  Olive and June: Code MSW for 20% off your first mani system
                  Brightbox: Code msw to get a free add-on in your box
                  Puridy Debt Solutions: Take back your financial freedom + $25 gift card for qualified listeners
                  Trust & Will: Visit for 10% off plus free shipping 

                  SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

                  LINKS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
                  Patreon | Amazon
                  *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
                  54 min
                • Patreon: Brown Sugar Swim Lips
                  What you are hearing right now is a small portion from our Patreon episode that went out this week. If you want to join the Patreon community, head on over here to receive this full episode and many many more! You'll also get the unedited video version of each Patreon episode if you want to see all of the bloopers before your very eyes. You won't regret it, see you soon!

                  WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:
                  • Sweet Strugg Saranne Sanders sent us a Stash It or Trash It box from Australia! 
                  • We got to try: Tim Tam, Cadbury Dairy Milk Marvelous Creations, & Vegemite
                  • Rebecca is having pregnancy nightmares + we thought that she killed her dog
                  • Big Sister advice from Katie Harvey
                  • KS: Rebecca’s lip fire, The Crown, gaming kids = screaming kids
                  • GL: Optavia, The Who Was Show, brown sugar espresso, kombucha, purging clothes

                    • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

                    CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
                    website | instagram | patreon

                    CONNECT WITH KATE:
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                    CONNECT WITH EMILY:
                    website | instagram | facebook | patreon

                    BIG SISTER VOICEMAIL LINE:If you are a mom of older kids and have wisdom to share, call us! 203.871.1683

                    SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

                    LINKS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
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                    *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
                    4 min
                  • #277: Rhythms & Routines
                    Rhythms and Routines are not one size fits all. We share what work for us, how Struggs are killing it with their rhythms and what we are dropping from our routines that is giving us life!

                    WHAT WE CHAT ABOUT:

                    • Once-a-day brushers + an embarrassing story about Emily’s teeth in China 
                    • Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything by BJ Fogg Ph.D 
                    • Pairing activities and starting small to easily add things you want to do into your routine
                    • What we are taking out of our routines that is giving us life
                    • More controversial laundry talk
                    • Prompt: Think about what your safe place would look like, how can you add this to your every day?
                    • Rebecca’s tip for bringing a little bit of your vacation home to your daily life
                    • Bluebirds, bluejays, random stories about turtles
                    • Shows that we watch with our kids as a nighttime rhythm: AFV, Pushing Daisies, Psych, The Chosen, Wandavision, Disney Remakes 
                    • Strugg suggestions: pairing scripture with a constant routine, blocking time for yourself, prepping the night before
                    • KS: Work meetings, Friends teaser, quitting breast pumping + nursing strikes
                    • GL: Apple pencil for lowering the barrier to art, 60 songs that explain the 90s, making a landing into a hang out room for kiddos
                      • *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

                      CONNECT WITH REBECCA:
                      website | instagram | patreon

                      CONNECT WITH KATE:
                      instagram | website | patreon

                      CONNECT WITH EMILY:
                      website | instagram | facebook | patreon

                      BIG SISTER VOICEMAIL LINE:If you are a mom of older kids and have wisdom to share, call us! 203.871.1683

                      EPISODE SPONSORS:
                      iD Tech: Code MSW for $100 off
                      CuboAi: Code MSW for $10 off
                      KiwiCo: Code MSW 30% your first month + FREE Shipping
                      PrepDish: Use this link for two free weeks of meal plans

                      SHARE THE STRUGGLE!If you've been encouraged, share this episode with a friend.  The struggle is real.  We might as well do this together! Do you love Mom Struggling Well? Please leave a review here!

                      LINKS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
                      Patreon | Amazon
                      *Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
                      1 hr 1 min

                    About Struggle Well School

                    From the publisher's feed

                    The podcast that helps you love your actual life so you don’t need to run away from home. Join your friend Emily each week to practice thought work guaranteed to yield perspective shifts which will move you from struggling to struggling WELL.