Mother U with Rachel Norman

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How Your Mindset Controls Your Mom Life Jun 03, 2024

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Your mindset has a powerful impact on your daily experience as a mom.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we explore how shifting your thoughts, beliefs, and habits can transform stress, overwhelm, and frustration into calm, confidence, and connection with your children.

Learn practical strategies to reframe challenges, improve your parenting responses, and create a more peaceful, intentional home life.

We’re chatting about:

How your mindset influences your reactions, decisions, and parenting style
Practical techniques to rewire thought patterns and reduce mom stress
Ways to foster calm, confidence, and connection in everyday family life

Join the Great Re-Wiring free class to dive deeper into mindset shifts that can change your mom life: https://www.motherfarfromhome.com/great-rewiring

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Lifelong Coaching Skills: The results of playtimes with your kids Apr 25, 2024

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Playtimes with your kids can be transformative, helping you build lifelong coaching skills while creating a safe space for children to process emotions and challenges.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we explore how purposeful play helps families uncover the root causes of behavior, strengthen connections, and support emotional growth.

We’re chatting about:

How playtimes develop coaching skills that last a lifetime for parents
Real-life examples of kids processing big emotions and behaviors during play
How families deepen their connection while addressing behavioral challenges in a supportive way

Read more about Nurture & Play and see testimonials from other moms who have experienced these powerful, connection-building playtimes: www.nurtureandplay.com/join

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It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
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Kids, behaviors, and life circumstances that benefit from playtimes Apr 22, 2024

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Play can be a powerful tool for helping kids navigate challenges and build emotional resilience.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we explore how Nurture & Play supports children who struggle with transitions, big emotions, anxiety, or major life events.

Learn how purposeful playtimes help kids work through difficulties while strengthening your connection—and keeping moms calm and grounded.

We’re chatting about:

The types of behaviors and life circumstances that benefit most from play-based coaching
How Nurture & Play helps children process big emotions and build coping skills
Practical strategies for using play to strengthen parent-child connections without triggering mom

Join the waitlist for Nurture & Play and learn how play can transform your child’s behavior, emotional regulation, and family connection: https://www.nurtureandplay.com/join

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It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

Drama: 3 D's that disrupt family life (part 3) Apr 15, 2024

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In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we’re tackling the third “D” that disrupts family life—drama. From emotional meltdowns to sibling blow-ups, drama can quickly derail the atmosphere at home.

But when moms learn to spot the triggers and respond with calm, consistent strategies, they can reduce chaos and guide their kids toward emotional regulation.

We're chatting about:

The root causes behind constant drama in kids and families
Practical tools to de-escalate meltdowns and arguments
How to create a steady, supportive environment where kids feel secure

Tune in now to discover how to cut down on drama and bring more peace and stability to your home life.

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It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

Disrespect: 3 D's that disrupt family life (part 2) Apr 08, 2024

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In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we’re diving into the second of the “3 D’s” that disrupt family life—disrespect. Eye rolls, sass, and rude tones can feel exhausting, but disrespectful behavior often has deeper roots.

When moms know how to respond without escalating the situation, they can set the tone for mutual respect, stronger boundaries, and a more peaceful home.

We're chatting about:

The common reasons kids show disrespect at home
Practical strategies to respond calmly without losing authority
How to build a family culture of respect and cooperation

Listen in now to learn how to handle disrespect effectively and restore peace in your family life.

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It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

Defiance: 3 D's that disrupt family life (part 1) Apr 01, 2024

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In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we’re tackling the first of the “3 D’s” that disrupt family life—defiance.

When kids push back, argue, or refuse to listen, it can quickly throw the whole household into chaos.

But defiance doesn’t have to define your days. With the right strategies, you can respond calmly, set firm boundaries, and guide your kids toward cooperation without constant battles.

We're chatting about:

What defiance really means (and what it doesn’t)
Why kids become defiant and how to address the root causes
Practical parenting strategies to reduce power struggles and restore peace at home

Tune in now to learn how to handle defiance with confidence and create a calmer, more cooperative family life.
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It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

Tomato staking (accountability) to avoid power battles and meltdowns Feb 12, 2024

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In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, we’re diving into tomato staking—a supportive parenting strategy that helps kids stay accountable without constant power struggles.

If you’ve been battling over chores, schoolwork, or daily routines, this episode will give you practical parenting tips to create cooperation, connection, and peace at home.

We’re chatting about:

What tomato staking is and how it applies to parenting
How to use your presence to guide kids without yelling, nagging, or punishing
Practical examples of avoiding meltdowns and power struggles through supportive accountability

Tune in to learn how your calming presence can reduce meltdowns, prevent task avoidance, and guide children through responsibilities in a way that feels nurturing, not punitive.

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Life School At Home (my community that helps prepare kids for life!) https://www.lifeschoolathome.com
It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

Best routines of 2023 (these saved my bacon!) Jan 15, 2024

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Looking back on 2023, some routines were true lifesavers in my home.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, I’m sharing the best family routines of the year that kept our household running smoothly and saved my sanity.

From morning and evening rhythms to simple systems that cut down on stress, these routines brought more peace, structure, and joy to everyday life. Tune in to get practical parenting tips, easy routine ideas, and inspiration to create a calmer home as you head into the new year.

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Boundary-less, triggered, and heavy motherhood (part 3 of my story) Dec 18, 2023

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Motherhood can feel triggering and unbearably heavy when we’re running on empty and trying to hold everything together without holding our boundaries.

Without clear boundaries for ourselves and our kids, moms often carry the full weight of family life—and it quickly leads to burnout, resentment, and overwhelm.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, part three of my story, I open up about the season when motherhood felt crushing and how I began setting boundaries that brought freedom, balance, and peace back into our home.

We’re chatting about:

Why boundary-less motherhood leads to exhaustion and resentment
How unprocessed triggers affect parenting and family dynamics
Steps to lighten the emotional load and create healthier boundaries
Practical ways to restore joy and balance when motherhood feels heavy

Tune in to hear how shifting my mindset and setting boundaries transformed the way I showed up as a mom—and how you can do the same.

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Mother U https://mother-u.com
Life School At Home (my community that helps prepare kids for life!) https://www.lifeschoolathome.com
It's All My Fault (weekly quiet time resource for the Christian people-pleasing, over-functioning, guilt-ridden mama) https://learn.mother-u.com/iamf
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c@motheru
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motheruwithrachel/

When my focus went to THE KIDS (part 2 of my story) Dec 11, 2023

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Once routines were in place (see part 1 of this podcast series!), shifting focus to the kids’ behavior and emotional needs became the next step in creating a harmonious home. Helping children feel loved, supported, and guided ensures they can thrive while keeping family life manageable.

In this episode of Mother U with Rachel Norman, part two of my story dives into how focusing on kids’ growth and behavior, after establishing routines, helped my children live up to their potential and fostered a more peaceful household.

We’re chatting about: