The Light On Demand

In this refreshingly honest and heartening episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich welcomes toddler expert Devon Kuntzman of Transforming Toddlerhood to unravel the chaos—and beauty—of the toddler years. With warmth and insight, Devon helps parents reframe meltdowns not as failures but as essential, biologically driven emotional releases (yes, tantrums are like emotional poops!). Together they explore how nature, connection, and curiosity can soothe both kids and caregivers in even the most exhausting moments.

Whether your toddler is yelling “no,” breaking down over a cracked granola bar, or sprinting away at lightning speed, this conversation offers science-backed strategies, empathy, and a powerful reminder: this season is short, but it’s shaping both you and your child. Learn why Devon says parenting toddlers is really about learning to let go, how to create emotional safety without giving up your boundaries, and why the outdoors might be your best parenting hack. Preorder her upcoming book Transforming Toddlerhood here and follow her on Instagram at @transformingtoddlerhood.

Listen in and exhale. You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong.

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Today's reading is Luke 13-15.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠Christian Standard Bible.⁠

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Today's reading is Luke 10-12.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠Christian Standard Bible.⁠

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Dadvice: On His Mind

What happens when you spend ten years chasing a dream—only to face rejection again and again? Melissa Ferguson did just that. In this hilarious and heartfelt conversation, Melissa shares how she went from writing secretly in a Walmart-adjacent extended stay to becoming a bestselling author with multiple book-to-movie deals. She’s a homesteading mom of four, a romantic comedy writer, and now a children’s book author with Our Friendly Farmhouse, a stunning family-authored picture book rooted in real life.

Melissa and Ginny dig into what it means to pursue creativity as a mom, why calculated risks matter, and how to build a life (and a farmhouse) one bold step at a time. From publishing realities to auction-day adrenaline to raising your neighbor's rabbits, this episode is both wildly entertaining and quietly motivating. Whether you’re waiting for permission to chase a dream—or already chasing one—this is your nudge to keep going.

LINKS:

Melissa’s new children’s book: Our Friendly Farmhouse — Buy it here

Melissa’s novels and rom-coms: Melissa Ferguson’s Author Page

Follow Melissa on Instagram: @ourfriendlyfarmhouse

Learn more: melissaferguson.com

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Today's reading is Luke 7-9.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠Christian Standard Bible.⁠

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Justin Whitmel Earley is a writer, speaker and lawyer. He is the author of the Common Rule Habits of the Household and Made for People. Though he spends most days running his business law practice.

Through his writing and speaking Justin empowers people to thrive through life giving habits that form them in the love of God and neighbor. He continually explores both how physical habits are more spiritual than we think and how spiritual habits are more physical than we think. 

He lives with his wife and four boys in Richmond, VA. Spends a lot of time around fires and porches with friends and you can follow him online at Justin Whitmel Earley.

​We are always thankful to reconnect with our friend Justin and stick around as we talk about how to navigate sibling conflict.

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Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience

Lucy Learns to Be Brave: A Lesson in Courage⁠

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Are we raising children—or building résumés? In this powerful episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with internationally bestselling author Carl Honoré (In Praise of Slowness, Under Pressure) to explore the dark undercurrent of modern parenting: the obsession with performance. From Baby Einstein to Mandarin in the Moses basket, today’s childhood has become a race—and our kids are burning out before they even begin.

Honoré calls out the rise of the “trophy child” and reveals how hyper-parenting, micromanagement, and constant comparison are robbing kids of joy, resilience, and identity. Together, Carl and Ginny unpack why slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s revolutionary. If you’ve ever questioned the pressure to do more, be more, and push harder, this episode is your permission slip to opt out. Childhood doesn’t need to be upgraded. It needs to be reclaimed.

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Carl Honoré’s Website

All books, TED Talks, digital courses, articles, and media appearances:

Books by Carl Honoré

TED Talks by Carl Honoré

In Praise of Slowness (TEDGlobal)

Why We Should Embrace Aging as an Adventure

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Today's reading is Luke 4-6.

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This month, we will be reading from the ⁠Christian Standard Bible.⁠

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