The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips

In this episode of The InFormed Parent Podcast, Suzanne Phillips takes a deep dive into the core question of identity: "Who Am I?" Our culture places so much emphasis on diversity, yet true identity is rooted in sameness—specifically, our sameness with Christ. Suzanne unpacks the biblical definition of identity, the dangers of placing identity in roles rather than in God, and the ways parents can instill unshakable identity in their children. Through real-life examples, biblical wisdom, and practical insights, this episode will equip parents to guide their children confidently in their God-given identity. Episode Highlights:

✔️ Why identity is defined as sameness—and how that changes how we see ourselves.

✔️ The difference between identity and roles—and why roles are not our foundation.

✔️ How Jesus modeled identity by identifying with His Father.

✔️ The impact of false identities on children and parents.

✔️ How words shape identity—what we say about ourselves and our children matters.

✔️ The power of biblical identity statements in transforming mindsets.

✔️ Practical ways to instill identity in your children while avoiding cultural confusion.

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In the second of two eye-opening episodes of The InFormed Parent Podcast, host Suzanne Phillips sits down with Jenna Parker, a 25-year-old young professional who walked through gender transition and later detransitioned in her early twenties. Jenna bravely shares her powerful and deeply personal story, shedding light on gender ideology, the cultural pressures surrounding it, and the emotional and psychological aspects of transitioning. With honesty and compassion, Jenna offers insights for parents and young people navigating this topic and provides invaluable advice for fostering a healthy, identity-rooted foundation in truth. Episode Highlights:

• The dangers of social media, online communities, and gender affirmation therapy.

• Processing trauma after detransitioning—what healing looks like.

• The role of parents in guiding their children through cultural pressures.

• Identity in Jesus—what Jenna has learned and how she sees herself now.

• Practical advice for parents and kids navigating these conversations.

Call-to-Actions (CTAs):

• 📖 Free Beacon Parent Tools to Support Healthy Identity in Your Kids → [Link]

• 🎙️ Hear More Resources and Conversations on Identity in Season 2 → [Link]

• 📚 Shop Beacon Parent's Recommended Book List → [Link]

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne and Beacon Parent for more insights and encouragement.

  • Instagram: @suzannephillips_ | @beacon_parent

  • Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section:

Healthy Identity & Biblical Truth for Parents

Equipping parents with the tools and wisdom to navigate identity confusion and lead their children with confidence. Access resources → [Link]

Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned:

• "True identity is found in Christ, not in labels, ideologies, or cultural trends."

• "Parents are the first and most important voice in shaping their child's understanding of identity."

Closing CTA:

If this conversation resonated with you, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend or parent who might need encouragement today. Together, we can equip families with the truth and confidence to navigate these important conversations!

In the first of two eye-opening episodes of The InFormed Parent Podcast, host Suzanne Phillips sits down with Jenna Parker, a 25-year-old young professional who walked through gender transition and later detransitioned in her early twenties. Jenna bravely shares her powerful and deeply personal story, shedding light on gender ideology, the cultural pressures surrounding it, and the emotional and psychological aspects of transitioning. With honesty and compassion, Jenna offers insights for parents and young people navigating this topic and provides invaluable advice for fostering a healthy, identity-rooted foundation in truth. Episode Highlights:

• Jenna's personal story: Her journey through gender transition and detransition.Understanding the influence of gender ideology and its rapid rise in youth culture.

• Key factors that make young people susceptible to gender confusion.

• Breaking down important terminology: derealization, depersonalization, dead naming, God complex.

• Exploring the connections between gender ideology and the occult.

Call-to-Actions (CTAs):

• 📖 Free Beacon Parent Tools to Support Healthy Identity in Your Kids → [Link]

• 🎙️ Hear More Resources and Conversations on Identity in Season 2 → [Link]

• 📚 Shop Beacon Parent's Recommended Book List → [Link]

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne and Beacon Parent for more insights and encouragement.

  • Instagram: @suzannephillips_ | @beacon_parent

  • Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section:

Healthy Identity & Biblical Truth for Parents

Equipping parents with the tools and wisdom to navigate identity confusion and lead their children with confidence. Access resources → [Link]

Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned:

• "True identity is found in Christ, not in labels, ideologies, or cultural trends."

• "Parents are the first and most important voice in shaping their child's understanding of identity."

Closing CTA:

If this conversation resonated with you, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend or parent who might need encouragement today. Together, we can equip families with the truth and confidence to navigate these important conversations!

In part two of this two-part episode of The InFormed Parent Podcast, Suzanne Phillips sits down with Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, Inc., to explore the foundational concept of identity through the lens of core needs. Together, they tackle some of today's most pressing challenges for parents and children, from understanding emotional identity to fostering security and resilience in the face of confusion. With insights drawn from her decades of work in educational psychology, Dr. Kathy shares actionable strategies to help parents build a strong identity foundation for their children—and themselves.

Episode Highlights

• Understanding the five core needs outlined in Dr. Kathy's book, 5 to Thrive.

• How identity shapes the way children navigate difficult conversations about race, gender, and belonging.

• The impact of insecurity on children's vulnerability to identity confusion.

• The dangers of emotionalism and how to develop resilience in children.

• Encouragement for parents facing their own identity crises in today's challenging cultural climate.

• Practical strategies for building security and fostering belonging in your family..

Call-to-Action

• 📖 Discover Dr. Kathy's Resources: Learn more about her books, podcasts, and tools at www.CelebrateKids.com.

• 🎙️ Tune into Dr. Kathy's Podcasts: Celebrate Kids with Dr. Kathy

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne and Dr. Kathy for updates and encouragement.

• Instagram: @suzannephillips_, @kathy_koch__

• Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section

• Dr. Kathy's Book: 5 to Thrive

• Discover how to meet your child's core needs to build security, identity, belonging, purpose, and competence. Get your copy → [Link]

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne for updates, resources, and encouragement.

• Instagram: @suzannephillips_

• Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section

Charting Your Family's Future

Explore Suzanne's step-by-step course to create your family's vision, mission, and values for purposeful parenting. Learn more.

Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned

• "Insecurity is the foundation of identity confusion. Building security is critical to raising confident, resilient children." – Dr. Kathy Koch

• "We are made in God's image, not for confusion but for clarity and purpose."

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In part one of this two-part episode of The InFormed Parent Podcast, Suzanne Phillips sits down with Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, Inc., to explore the foundational concept of identity through the lens of core needs. Together, they tackle some of today's most pressing challenges for parents and children, from understanding emotional identity to fostering security and resilience in the face of confusion. With insights drawn from her decades of work in educational psychology, Dr. Kathy shares actionable strategies to help parents build a strong identity foundation for their children—and themselves.

Episode Highlights

• Understanding the five core needs outlined in Dr. Kathy's book, 5 to Thrive.

• How identity shapes the way children navigate difficult conversations about race, gender, and belonging.

• The impact of insecurity on children's vulnerability to identity confusion.

• The dangers of emotionalism and how to develop resilience in children.

• Encouragement for parents facing their own identity crises in today's challenging cultural climate.

• Practical strategies for building security and fostering belonging in your family..

Call-to-Action

• 📖 Discover Dr. Kathy's Resources: Learn more about her books, podcasts, and tools at www.CelebrateKids.com.

• 🎙️ Tune into Dr. Kathy's Podcasts: Celebrate Kids with Dr. Kathy

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne and Dr. Kathy for updates and encouragement.

• Instagram: @suzannephillips_, @kathy_koch__

• Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section

• Dr. Kathy's Book: 5 to Thrive

• Discover how to meet your child's core needs to build security, identity, belonging, purpose, and competence. Get your copy → [Link]

• 💡 Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne for updates, resources, and encouragement.

• Instagram: @suzannephillips_

• Facebook: Beacon Parent

Featured Resource Section

Charting Your Family's Future

Explore Suzanne's step-by-step course to create your family's vision, mission, and values for purposeful parenting. Learn more.

Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned

• "Insecurity is the foundation of identity confusion. Building security is critical to raising confident, resilient children." – Dr. Kathy Koch

• "We are made in God's image, not for confusion but for clarity and purpose."

Subscribe and Share

Enjoying The InFormed Parent Podcast? Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who might need encouragement today. Let's work together to equip parents and inspire families for a brighter future!

Welcome to Season 4 of The InFormed Parent Podcast! This season takes a fresh approach, diving into the vital topic of identity. Host Suzanne Phillips reflects on her personal testimony, a recent eye-opening experience with her church youth group, and the identity crisis facing today's culture. Suzanne sheds light on how mistaken identity impacts both parents and children, setting the stage for this season's exploration of God's design for identity and family.

Episode Highlights:

• Suzanne's powerful testimony and how it shaped her identity.
• The cultural and spiritual identity crisis facing youth today.
• Thought-provoking Q&A with youth on abortion, purpose, and relationships.
• Understanding identity through a biblical lens: "Who does God say we are?"
• Why mistaken identity leads to confusion, anxiety, and brokenness.
• Practical steps for parents to instill God-given identity in their children.

Quotes or Scriptures Mentioned:

• "You are exactly who God says you are, no more, no less."
• "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." - Proverbs 22:6

Featured Resource:

• Charting Your Family's Future
  • Explore Suzanne's step-by-step course to create your family's vision, mission, and values for purposeful parenting. Learn more.

Call-to-Action:

• 📖 Download the Free Parenting Guide: 10 Daily Habits for Intentional Parenting
• 🎙 Listen to Past Episodes: Catch up on Seasons 1-3 for actionable advice
• 💡Join the Conversation: Follow Suzanne for updates, resources, and encouragement.
  • Instagram: @suzannephillips_
  • Facebook: Beacon Parent
• ↗️ Loving the new season of The InFormed Parent Podcast? Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with a friend who might need encouragement today. Let's build a community of intentional, informed parents!

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In this episode, Suzanne dives into an exciting and forward-thinking conversation about innovation in education with entrepreneur and business owner Russell Gray. After nearly 20 years as co-host of The Real Estate Guys™ Radio Show, he became CEO of Collective Inner Circle, co-founder and CEO of Syndication Mentoring Club, and founder and host of Main Street Investor Mentoring Club. Russel explores how parents can play a pivotal role in fostering innovation for their children. They discuss the importance of out-of-the-box thinking, the future of education, and how ideas shaped by personal experiences can impact the next generation. Listen in for an inspiring discussion that blends entrepreneurship, creativity, and a vision for empowering families through education. . . . . Suzanne Phillips is a speaker, parenting and leadership coach, and podcast host with THINQ Media. With a deep passion for discipleship and intentional legacy, Suzanne has founded two hybrid schools and Beacon Parent, a national ministry with a mission to educate, equip and empower parents to live out God's design for family by shedding light on current culture and education through a biblical worldview. . . . . . GET GROUNDED

• In all topics we discuss we want to be rooted and grounded in TRUTH. Let's consider and walk in the truth of 2 Thessalonians 3:10 For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either today.

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In this episode of The Informed Parent, Suzanne talks with Brett Pike, founder of Classical Learner. They discuss how parents can choose alternative education to enhance their children's growth and development. Brett unpacks insights on going from traditional teaching to creating comprehensive homeschooling platforms for parents. He explains how he has drawn inspiration from classical education, Charlotte Mason, and Montessori philosophies in order to equip children with the best tools to analyze and engage the world around them. Listen in as he shares how to overcome the challenges of homeschooling, how to access practical resources and guidance, and how to create an intentional legacy for your children. . . . .

Suzanne Phillips is a speaker, parenting and leadership coach, and podcast host with THINQ Media. With a deep passion for discipleship and intentional legacy, Suzanne has founded two hybrid schools and Beacon Parent, a national ministry with a mission to educate, equip and empower parents to live out God's design for family by shedding light on current culture and education through a biblical worldview.

. . . . . GET GROUNDED

• Proverbs 1:8-9 - "Listen, my son, to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck."

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• Use Classical Learner resources and learn to teach your kids with confidence.

• Purchase the Cubs to Bears Series.

• Charting Your Family's Future! Suzanne will help you parent with purpose, disciple with direction, and leave an intentional legacy by identifying your family identity statement, vision, mission, and core values.

• More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
  • THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe Lyons
  • Rhythms for Life with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons
  • NextUp with Grant Skeldon
  • NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson
  • UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

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In this episode of the InFormed Parent, Suzanne speaks with Lance Lang, the founder of Hope is Alive Ministries. They discuss his journey to overcome addiction and his work to support individuals affected by addiction. Lance shares his personal experience with drug addiction and emphasizes that addiction often masks deeper issues. He explains that achieving sustainable recovery necessitates a holistic approach that includes healing core emotional wounds, life skills training, community support, financial stability, and restoring family relationships. Join them as they discuss current trends, noting a rise in severe anxiety among young adults without substance use, which Lance believes could lead to addiction if not addressed properly. He encourages parents to have open discussions about mental health and addiction, model healthy behaviors, and remain vigilant for signs of addiction. . . . . Suzanne Phillips is a speaker, parenting and leadership coach, and podcast host with THINQ Media. With a deep passion for discipleship and intentional legacy, Suzanne has founded two hybrid schools and Beacon Parent, a national ministry with a mission to educate, equip and empower parents to live out God's design for family by shedding light on current culture and education through a biblical worldview.

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GET GROUNDED

• Romans 15:13 - "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

• Hebrews 10:23 - "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful."

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• Share Hope is Alive with a friend or family member, and Invite your church to partner with Hope Is Alive.

• Check out more from Lance, including his book, Hope is Alive: One Addict's Story of Hope.

• Charting Your Family's Future! Suzanne will help you parent with purpose, disciple with direction, and leave an intentional legacy by identifying your family identity statement, vision, mission, and core values.

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GET CONNECTED

• @lancelang

• @hopeisalive

• https://hopeisalive.net/

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In this week's episode of The Informed Parent, Suzanne speaks with Robert Enlow, the President and CEO of EdChoice, a prominent advocate for educational choice in the United States. Robert explains the various school options available, such as traditional public schools, charter schools, private schools using vouchers, and micro-schools. He discusses how school choice empowers families by providing access to different types of educational institutions and programs, which can vary significantly from state to state and often involve complex legislation. Listen in as Suzanne and Robert empower you to make the right educational choice for your children. . . . . Suzanne Phillips is a speaker, parenting and leadership coach, and podcast host with THINQ Media. With a deep passion for discipleship and intentional legacy, Suzanne has founded two hybrid schools and Beacon Parent, a national ministry with a mission to educate, equip and empower parents to live out God's design for family by shedding light on current culture and education through a biblical worldview. . . . . . GET GROUNDED

• James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."

. . . . . GET GOING

• Learn about educational freedom for your family and the different schooling options in your state using EdChoice resources.

• Charting Your Family's Future! Suzanne will help you parent with purpose, disciple with direction, and leave an intentional legacy by identifying your family identity statement, vision, mission, and core values.

. . . . . GET CONNECTED

• @edchoice (IG)

• https://www.edchoice.org/

WEBSITE

• suzannephillips.net

• beaconparent.com

• thinqmedia.com

INSTAGRAM

• @SuzannePhillips_

• @Beacon_Parent

• @Thinq_Media

FACEBOOK

• Suzanne Phillip's Page