The Paula Faris Show

I honestly can’t believe how lucky we are to kick off Season Two with James Clear, author of Atomic Habits! 

Atomic Habits is one of the best-selling books of all time, with more than 15 million copies sold to date. James doesn’t do many of these interviews, so I’m fired up that he’s joining us today. 

Get ready to take some notes as James shares how we can build Atomic Habits in our kids and our parenting, plus how becoming a father (he has two littles)  totally rocked his world. This episode is the beginning of a series on parenting, and James is the perfect person to help us kick off this series. 

Why a parenting series? There’s one thing that I’m committed to doing better this season, and that’s LISTENING to you and the things you’re talking about! That’s why in Season Two, we’re doing a series on #Parenting, #Relationships, and #WorkLifeBalance. 

Let’s Talk About It! 

(00:01) - James's transformation through small, consistent habits

(09:28) - Parenting Habits and Book Sales

(17:40) - Creating an Optimal Environment Principles/Strategies

(25:03) - Teaching Habits and Mindset Shifts

(30:31) - Building Effective Habits and Promoting Consistency

(38:03) - How We Can Build Better Habits

In this episode, we are diving into the power of being 1% better each day, how your home environment influences your family’s habits (and how to optimize your space!), and why we should focus on the process, not results. 

LINKS 

James’ book, Atomic Habits:

https://a.co/d/9lWCyQe

James’ Masterclass:

https://www.masterclass.com/classes/small-habits-that-make-a-big-impact-on-your-life

James’ New App- ATOMS- for building good habits and breaking bad ones:

https://atoms.jamesclear.com/

Paula’s Personal Newsletter:

http://www.paulafarisofficial.com/newsletter

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(Nothing makes me feel less qualified than scrolling social media and seeing how everyone else has it together.) In this episode, I share my vulnerable moments of feeling less than, how we can avoid the trap of comparison, and the three questions we should ask ourselves to get out of our head.

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(I had $400 in my business account and wasn’t sure what to do next. In this episode, I share how stressful it’s been being an entrepreneur, how I’ve found we can find the courage to try new things, and when we should keep going.

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(It was probably my worst moment as a parent–my daughter and I got into a terrible argument, and I said things I’m not proud of. In this episode, I’m sharing the most important thing to have in all your relationships. And the one question to ask your loved ones when you feel the relationship is stuck.

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I got a dreaded text message from my kid’s teacher saying he’d done something really inappropriate at school. In today's episode, I’m sharing what I’m learning about motherhood and why it’s so important to let our kids fail, plus how I struggle with wanting to do too much for them

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This month, I’m getting personal… sharing intimate, vulnerable stories about the things I’m learning as a mom, wife, and leader. From failures to wins and losses, these are quick downloads from me to you each week in January to encourage you as you start your 2024 and help you feel less alone.  

 My 2023 started with a call from my sister; I'm not sure if our mom was going to make it. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about the ups and downs of life and the most important advice anyone’s ever shared with me, plus why we should all take it into this new year!

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What do you do when your parenting styles with your partner are night and day? 

We had so much interest in this conversation with my husband that we are giving you a BONUS episode! Don’t miss how squeamish John gets when it comes to anyone dating our daughter, plus the one question he wants all dads to ask. And how we make it work despite our different parenting approaches. 

As we wrap up the year, we hope these conversations encourage you…and propel you into 2024. 

Life Happens… Let’s Talk About It! 

(00:04) - Parenting Styles, Challenges + Compromises

(11:29) - Parenting, Dating, and Family Dynamics

(24:05) - Prioritizing, Meal Delivery, and Holiday Planning

(31:12) - Family Volunteering and Trying PB&J

(34:50) - 2024 Plans and New Year Encouragement

LINKS

Parenting Generation Screen Book we love 

https://amzn.to/41fQSM0

Paula’s sweatshirt 

https://www.aproudtee.com/products/not-bossy-just-aggressively-helpful-sweatshirt?spm=..index.featured_collection_1.1&variant=1087050e-8e81-4d20-8577-a59aa2156388

The family calendar that saves us: https://www.etsy.com/listing/766114220/large-acrylic-calendar-personalized-dry?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=PageTools&utm_campaign=Share

Hello Fresh boxes 

​​https://www.hellofresh.com/pages/raf_lp11?c=FIH-6N3JYTT1UWHY&utm_campaign=referralinvite&utm_medium=nativeshare&utm_source=freebies&utm_invitername=Paula&utm_term=ios_app&discount_comm_id=992270dc-a684-4b10-bd34-da8bb5f811b2

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I gave you a chance to ask my hubby & I anything in these episodes as we close out 2023–and I’ve never had more questions and requests! You want us to talk about parenting, relationships (including why we were separated), family, work-life balance, sharing the domestic load at home, our kids' dating (yikes!), handling screen time…you name it. 

John likes to think there were so many questions because he’s a ratings machine. His humility is a gift.

In this episode, we talk about meeting and marrying young, why we gave our marriage another chance, how we make time for each other and protect our relationship, plus one of our parenting fails in 2023!

As we wrap up the year, we hope these conversations encourage you…and propel you into 2024. 

Life Happens… Let’s Talk About It! 

(00:04) - Parenting, Relationships, and Family Conversations

(10:24) - College Meeting, Living in South

(15:17) - Protecting Our Marriage and Overcoming Challenges

(22:01) - Successful Relationships and Family Life

(30:11) - Parenting Styles and Advice for Dads

LINKS 

Parenting Generation Screen book we love 

https://amzn.to/41fQSM0

Paula’s sweatshirt 

https://www.aproudtee.com/products/not-bossy-just-aggressively-helpful-sweatshirt?spm=..index.featured_collection_1.1&variant=1087050e-8e81-4d20-8577-a59aa2156388

The family calendar that saves us: https://www.etsy.com/listing/766114220/large-acrylic-calendar-personalized-dry?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=PageTools&utm_campaign=Share

Hello Fresh boxes 

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Welcome to the Paula Faris Show, friends. I’m particularly excited to bring you this conversation, as it was a listener request. 

I’m talking with Julie Chen Moonves, the OG of reality TV as the host of Big Brother and former host of CBS’ ‘The Talk.’ Julie's letting us in on her life story, growing up as a daughter of Chinese immigrants, and her rise in the broadcasting world.

But as Julie tells us, not everything gets wrapped up in a tidy bow. She's getting real about the tough times, including a messy ending that led her to a spiritual awakening a few years ago. And who can’t relate to a messy ending? 

Get ready friends, Life Happens, We’re Talking About It. 

Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It. 

Listen in to learn more:

(00:04) -Being the daughter of Chinese Immigrants and Julie’s career inspirations 

(06:33) - Finding Success in Broadcasting and Television

(17:58) - Finding God in the Messy Middle

In this episode, we are diving into: - why she didn’t want the Big Brother hosting gig when it was first offered to her - reconciling new chapters when previous ones didn’t work out so well - how messy endings are a part of life - her new audio memoir and finding God - that serendipitous moment where our paths crossed in Dayton, Ohio PLUS,.Julie talks about her sudden departure from The Talk on CBS and so much more! 

LINKS 

Download Julie’s audio memoir – But First, God https://amzn.to/46Thi7r  

Follow Julie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juliechenmoonves

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You’re watching The Paula Faris Show, where we pull up a chair with American Idol finalist, singer-songwriter, and father to twin girls, Colton Dixon. Our conversation is a rollercoaster ride through fatherhood, the ups and downs of a music career, including the setback he faced when getting dropped by his music label.  

Colton also shares his journey as a millennial, very hands-on dad, complete with the heartwarming story of one of his daughters’ miraculous survival against all odds, leaving you with all the feels.

And if you’ve ever wanted to know what it's like to compete on a music show like American Idol, Colton spills the tea on his journey, from nerve-wracking auditions to navigating the intense competition, plus that one time he forgot the lyrics while singing the national anthem. 

Join us for a fun and enlightening episode that'll make you laugh and cry and maybe even discover your new favorite song for your playlist!

Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It. 

Listen in to learn more:

(00:04) Millennial Dad and Music Career Journey

(06:25) Overcoming Setbacks and Navigating His BIG Break

(20:00) Finding Inspiration during Loss and Achieving Success

(29:35) His Unique Clothing Style and Parachute Straps

In this episode, we are diving into: -his two-time journey on American Idol-auditioning with his sister Schyler –being dropped by his label (even questioning continuing being a musician-getting his BIG break and being picked up by Atlantic Records - the importance of his parents’ support on his career – not having a backup plan -and even forgetting the lyrics to the National Anthem in high school-. PLUS,.Colton even answers some listener questions -And so much more! 

LINKS 

Website: https://www.coltondixon.com/ 

“Build a Boat” video  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjaKKAsQc34 

Colton’s National Anthem Performance for the Kansas City Cheifs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w51xCIJh_jI

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