Studio 5

Some words carry more weight than others. Take “grit,” for example. It describes women who face challenges head on and come out stronger. It’s a word for resilience and determination, and it's a word many women embody.

Julie Jeppson is the host of the online community “Gritty Mamas,” and she is calling out four markers of a gritty woman.

Connect with Julie on Instagram @thebigfamilyjewels or @grittymamas and tune in to The Julie Jeppson Podcast on Apple Music or Spotify.

Great leaders don't need an outgoing personality or a talent for public speaking. Great leadership goes beyond the surface. We know that… but do our kids?

Studio 5 Contributor Shima Baughman says that if you want to instill leadership skills in your children, you need to start by redefining the term... because they may have it wrong.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/what-makes-a-leader-teach-kids-leadership-skills/

You might remember, with fondness, your mom supporting you after the birth of your first child. She showed up. She stayed the week. And... she stocked the freezer. It goes without saying, but that transition into motherhood is BIG, and motherly support is often needed during that time. Our daughters, who are having babies now, are from a different generation. They might want, and need, a different kind of support.

Host of The MomForce Podcast and founder of Chatbooks, Vanessa Quigley, shares how to best show up for the new, modern mom.

Hear more of Vanessa’s thoughts on becoming a first-time nana on The MomForce Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/supporting-first-time-mom-nana-do-for-daughter/

If you have a child getting married this year, make sure they're prepared. Not for the ceremony or the cake cutting - although those details are important, too. But prepare them for marriage.

After 17-years as a couple's therapist, Eli Harwood pinpointed the most important advice to pass onto her children. This advice doesn't only apply to the brides-to-be, but we all could benefit from these relationship reminders.

For more of Eli's wisdom, follow her on social media @attachmentnerd and explore her book, available wherever books are sold.

Click here to see Eli’s full thoughts on this topic.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/marriage-advice-newlyweds-lessons-married-couple/

A love that lasts. A love that stands the test of time. That's what we all hope for, and we want it for our kids and our grandkids, too.

Studio 5 Relationship Contributor Dr. Matt Townsend says more and more of his clients are suffering from what he calls a “crisis of love.” They aren't sure they can make marriage-for-life really work. He believes anyone can make it work, they just need to recommit.

Find more of Matt's advice at matttownsend.com.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/pake-partner-best-friend-recommit-marriage-love/

Maybe he likes hiking and you would rather go for a walk. Maybe you like reading and he would rather watch a show. All marriages have their differences... some smaller than others. But there is strength in celebrating the different likes and dislikes.

Licensed marriage and family therapist Trevor Hanson shares what can happen when we celebrate our partner’s interests.

To learn more about Trevor’s Healthy Communication Workshop, visit theartofhealingbytrevor.com and use the discount code "STUDIO5" for exclusive access. This workshop provides practical tools to navigate challenging conversations and strengthen bonds.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/be-interested-in-them-celebrate-partners-interests/

A parent's to-do list is long. Really long. Sometimes it feels too long. So, what if we took it down to just five things?

Studio 5 Parenting Contributor Heather Johnson lists the most important things to do every day to strengthen that parent-child relationship.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/hug-children-day-important-things-parent-should-do/

Former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll recently made headlines not for his accomplishments on the field, but for his heartfelt tribute to his wife, Glenda. As he publicly championed her, it sparked a conversation about the significance of openly celebrating our partners.

Studio 5 Relationship Contributor Dr. Matt Townsend says there's proof that this is important, and shares how we can publicly champion our partners.

Find more advice from Matt on his website, matttownsend.com.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/partner-public-praise-relationship-important/

It's a topic that is hard to talk about. One in seven kids experience sexual abuse, and a majority of the time the abuser is someone the child knows - even someone they trust.

Emily Bell McCormick is with The Policy Project, a non-profit organization that advocates for equitable policies for children, families and communities. She says there is a bright side to this very dark problem. She believes it starts with education and prevention.

Find more information at thepolicyproject.org.

The outside world is noisy, but so is your inner ego. As women, we don't typically associate ourselves with that word... "ego.”

Dr. Tom Golightly says it can show up in more ways than we think, and it's hurting your self-esteem.

Read more here: https://studio5.ksl.com/your-ego-hurting-self-esteem-ways-to-quiet-it/