As the holidays approach, many parents feel the weight of shifting family dynamics, busy schedules, and the emotional pull of nostalgia. In this heartfelt episode of The Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris open up about how to stay grounded, connected, and intentional during a season that can feel beautiful — and overwhelming.

Whether you’re navigating the “letting go” that comes with teens and young adults becoming more independent, or trying to rediscover your own joy and presence amidst the busyness, this episode gives you the clarity and tools to create meaningful moments that truly matter.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

How to stay emotionally connected as kids get older

Ways to manage holiday chaos with calm, clarity, and intention

Simple rituals that bring families together (even for older kids) How to replace stress with presence, gratitude, and values-aligned choices

Why “quality over quantity” is the secret to holiday connection How parents can slow down, notice more, and reset their own energy

The power of planning rituals, traditions, and downtime before the season begins

Erin and Chris share personal stories, real-life coaching insights, and practical steps you can take today to create the holiday season you actually want — one filled with connection, presence, and unforgettable memories.

Ready to feel calmer, more connected, and more intentional this holiday season? Explore coaching for parents, teens, and young adults at https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com for deeper support and resources.

 The way you and your partner relate to each other (communicate, express love, deal with conflicts) is an emotional template that your children will bring to all aspects of their life. On this special podcast episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris dicuss the best ways that parents can be a role model for their teens and young adults on expressing love, communicating, showing compassion, and being vulnerable -  so that teens and young adults feel safe, are aware, and have a strong sense of emotional grounding. Whether you're co-parenting, single parenting, or in a committed relationship, you'll understand the impact of your daily behavior (i.e., having open communications, repairing after conflicts, and simply creating shared experiences) on developing your child's emotional intelligence and how he/she will respond to future relationships, stressors, and sexual/intimate connections.

What You'll Learn in This Podcast

• How your children learn emotional intelligence from watching your relationship

• Why discussing love, finances, and emotions openly creates a feeling of security and worth

• How to demonstrate healthy conflict, respect-based communication, and repairing

• The significance of being vulnerable and sharing daily intimacy to develop your relationship and strengthen it

• Small rituals that will create a calm, closer, and more meaningful home environment

Take-Aways

• Your relationship is the first classroom for your child to learn about love and regulation

• Being open about "taboo" subjects helps develop emotional intelligence and build trust

• When your children see compassion in stressful situations or during disagreements, they know they are safer

• It's the daily connection between you and your child that is more important than large gestures of love; intimacy develops in the moment-to-moment interactions

• Consistency is more important than perfection; small changes lead to long-lasting results

Resources

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As parents, we want the best for our kids — but sometimes our fear of them making the wrong choice keeps us from letting them learn, grow, and build confidence on their own. In this heartfelt episode, Chris and Erin Verdis share practical ways to help your teen or young adult make small daily decisions that lead to greater self-discovery, motivation, and purpose.

You’ll learn how to:

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If your home has felt a little disconnected lately — you’re not alone. Between work, school, sports, and endless distractions, it’s easy for families (especially those with teens and young adults) to lose their rhythm. In this fun, real, and inspiring episode, Chris and Erin share how to create a family culture that brings everyone back together — one built on connection, shared purpose, and intentional leadership.

From defining your family’s values to creating more presence, laughter, and teamwork at home, this conversation will help you rediscover what makes your family extraordinary.

💬 What You’ll Learn:

🎧 Listen now and feel inspired to lead your home with more intention, love, and purpose — and don’t forget to follow and subscribe to The Extraordinary Purpose Podcast so you never miss an episode!

 Who you become starts with how you choose to show up. 💫

In this heartfelt episode, Erin and Chris  — life coaches for teens, young adults, and parents, and founders of Extraordinary Purpose — explore how identity and intention shape everything: your confidence, your mindset, and the connection you share with your kids.

You’ll learn simple daily rituals to stay grounded, model calm leadership, and create more purpose and presence in your home.

If you’re ready to grow, reconnect, and lead your family with intention, this conversation will inspire you to show up as the best version of yourself — one intentional choice at a time.

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If you’ve ever looked at your teen or young adult and thought, “Why won’t they just listen?” — this episode is for you.

Erin and Chris get real about the biggest lessons they’ve learned from coaching thousands of teens and young adults — the things parents don’t always get to hear but need to know. They talk about why your teen might shut you out, what’s really underneath their resistance, and how distraction has become the biggest barrier between young people and their true potential. But most importantly, they share how parents can stay connected — even through the eye rolls and independence.

This episode will remind you that your teen isn’t lost or lazy — they’re just figuring out who they are in a noisy world. And with the right environment, the right support, and a little bit of grace… they always find their way back.

✨ Tune in for real stories, honest conversations, and a whole lot of hope.

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As parents, we all want one thing: connection with our teens and young adults. But too often, that connection gets lost in the busyness of life, the slammed doors, or the silent eye rolls.

In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris share how being open, vulnerable, and real with your kids creates the kind of trust and relationship that lasts. From modeling honesty to sharing your struggles, you’ll learn why letting your children see the “real you” is the key to deeper conversations and stronger bonds.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get your teen or young adult to open up, or how to move past guilt and shame as a parent, this conversation will inspire you to start small—one heartfelt check-in at a time. Because connection isn’t about fixing your kids. It’s about showing up as the parent they can trust, learn from, and grow with.

🌟 Listen now to discover how to build the deeper connection your teen or young adult has been longing for.

Every parent wants the best for their teen or young adult—but the truth is, our kids learn far more from what we model than what we say. In this powerful episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris share real stories from their own family—like bringing their kids into their daily rituals at the gym, or showing them what self-care and resilience actually look like.

From the laughter of pickleball games to the pride of a first bench press, they reveal how the most impactful parenting doesn’t come from lectures, but from living with intention. You’ll hear how small choices—like taking a walk to reset, journaling in the morning, or owning mistakes with humility—become lasting lessons in confidence, curiosity, and purpose for your children.

This conversation will inspire you to unclench, let go of perfection, and embrace the long game of parenting. Because when you show up as your best self, you give your teen or young adult the greatest gift: the courage to become their best selves too.

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Resistance shows up in all of our lives—whether you’re a teen struggling with motivation, a young adult facing self-doubt, or a parent trying to connect with your child. In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris share real stories, practical tools, and powerful rituals to help you and your family overcome resistance and move forward with confidence.

You’ll learn: 

- Why resistance is normal and how it secretly holds us back

- How to ground yourself with simple rituals like box breathing

- The power of Mel Robbins’ 5-Second Rule to take action in the moment

- Why celebrating small wins (and using the High-Five Habit) boosts confidence and motivation

- How parents can model resilience and create deeper connections with their teens and young adults

If you’ve ever felt your child slipping away—or if you’ve caught yourself putting off what matters most—this episode will give you hope, clarity, and the tools to move forward.

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Parenting teens and young adults can feel overwhelming—especially when your child seems unmotivated, disconnected, or resistant to your advice. In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Chris and Erin Vertus (life coaches for teens, young adults, and parents of four themselves) share practical ways to create a shared purpose that strengthens your family and helps your child thrive.

You’ll discover how defining shared values and rituals can boost your teen’s self-esteem, motivate your young adult, and bring more connection into your home. We’ll also share why even our kids don’t always listen to us—and why that’s completely normal.

If you’ve ever wondered how do I motivate my teen, help my young adult find direction, or reconnect with my family, this episode will give you the tools and hope you need.