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Episode 132: The Truth About the Prosperity Gospel and Parenting with Kate Bowler Sep 19, 2023

One of our favorite things about interviewing folks on this podcast is that we get to introduce you to some of our favorite voices…the ones we trust most. Well, this brilliant, hilarious, wonder of a woman likely needs no introduction to most of you. But, if you’ve been living under some kind of rock and have not yet met the delightful Kate Bowler we are thrilled for you to get to know her here.

Kate is a professor at Duke University, hosts one of our very favorite podcasts, Everything Happens, is a 3x New York Times bestseller and someone we have been dreaming of getting to have on the Raising Boys and Girls podcast for years. And this conversation was everything we hoped it would be and more—we both were doubled over laughing and crying at different times listening to our new friend Kate share with such honesty and humility.

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Episode 131: Grace for Your Parenting Struggles with Max Lucado Sep 14, 2023

Both of us grew up on the words and wisdom of Max Lucado, which is why we were thrilled to get to have this conversation with Max about his newest book, God Never Gives Up On You. Get ready for rich, honest, hopeful words from one of the most trusted voices in our lifetimes. And for the reminder that God really doesn’t ever give up on you. Or the kids you love!

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Episode 130: How to Combat Anxiety by Being Kind to Yourself Sep 12, 2023

Join us today for our final week with The Worry-Free Parent miniseries. After talking about Understanding the Past and Help for the Present, it’s time to talk about Hope for the Future. In this week’s episode, we not only talk about hope, but also about trust. We remind you to trust the process, trust your gut and most importantly, to trust God. We give practical ideas around what that trust looks like in action. And speaking of action, we want to remind you to grab a copy of The Worry-Free Parent Workbook. The workbook allows you to take all the learning to the next level.

Keep learning. Keep practicing. You’ve got this.

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Episode 129: How Anxiety Impacts Your Body and Mind Sep 05, 2023

As we continue journeying through The Worry Free Parent content, we’ve moved from understanding to help. This week we talk through help for the mind, help for the body and help for the heart. You’ve heard us say before, and we will keep reminding you, that we can only take the kids we love as far as we’ve gone ourselves. If it’s difficult for us to quiet the voice of worry, and practice these game-changing skills ourselves, it will be hard for our kids to do the same. Practicing these skills allows kids to see it on the grown ups they trust the most. It also allows us to be more of the parents (and people) we hope to be.

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Episode 128: Suffering, Hope & Parenting with Dr. Curt Thompson Aug 31, 2023

You likely know Dr. Curt Thompson from his ground-breaking work in The Anatomy of the Soul, The Soul of Shame and The Soul of Desire. We were honored to sit down in conversation with him to talk about his newest book, The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope.

We shared a rich conversation around what suffering and hope look like in the context of parenting. Dr. Thompson has worked at the intersection of neuroscience and Christian spiritual growth for decades. He was kind enough to share parts of his own story, and what he has learned through the journey of parenting himself. Enjoy this conversation with Dr. Curt Thompson.

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Episode 127: Understanding How Your Anxiety Impacts Your Parenting Aug 29, 2023

Join us today as we continue on in The Worry-Free Parenting miniseries talking about how anxiety spreads...with the best of intentions. Whether it starts with the kids we love or with us, soon all of our amygdalae are firing together and no one is getting to a healthy, helpful conversation. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about how anxiety impacts families…in ways we recognize and even some ways we don’t. In fact, we’re going to outline the 5 ways we see anxiety impact parents the most. Help is coming. And hope, too!

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Episode 126: Introducing The Worry-Free Parent Miniseries Aug 22, 2023

Today is launch day for the The Worry Free Parent, and we are in the midst of a serious celebration here at Raising Boys & Girls! We’ve been counting down the days until this book made its way into the world and today is the day!

In celebration of that, the next several episodes of the podcast will be a chance for us to unpack the content of Sissy’s new book and talk about some practical ways to navigate this new school year in the midst of our own concerns for our kids (whatever age they may be).

Join us as we spend time talking about Understanding our Past, Help for the Present and Hope for the Future.

Serenity Prayer

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Episode 125: Trusting God Completely in Parenting with Lisa Whittle Aug 15, 2023

Lisa Whittle is one of those people you meet and immediately feel like you’ve known each other forever! We loved getting to sit down with our old/new friend Lisa recently to talk life and parenting and Jesus being everything, as she does so beautifully in all the many places she serves. Lisa is a bestselling author, podcaster of three different podcasts, Bible teacher, ministry leader and mom to 3. And she must have more hours in a day than the rest of us cause we can’t even imagine how she does it ALL—and does it so beautifully, while offering great hope to all of us!

God Knows: When Your Worries and Whys Need More Than Temporary Relief

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Episode 124: How to Thrive in Motherhood with Alli Worthington Aug 08, 2023

Smart & Funny.

Honest & Approachable.

Wise & Practical.

These are just a few words we’d use to describe our friend Alli Worthington. She is an author, speaker, podcaster and life & business coach. Her no-nonsense, guilt-free take on business, family and balance has led to multiple appearances on The Today Show and Good Morning America. You will love this conversation as we talk about all things parenting and her newest book, Remaining You While Raising Them, which releases today!

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Episode 123: Parenting from a Place of Fullness with Lauren Akins and Thomas Rhett Aug 01, 2023

Today, we wrap up this fun Music City Series with Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins who we think are the definition of a dynamic duo! He’s entertaining the world one song at a time and she’s changing the world one child at a time with her work through Love One International! We are delighted to be a part of The That Sounds Fun Network family with Lauren and are huge fans of her podcast and her book, Live in Love!

And, of course, who doesn’t love Thomas Rhett and his music?! We’re thrilled for you to listen in on this conversation with two human beings you already love—and will love even more after you hear their hearts and wisdom on parenting and life and what it looks like to keep kids grounded in this ever-changing world.

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Episode 122: The Power of Blessing Children with Lauren and Chris Tomlin Jul 25, 2023

We had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable folks who are also intentional parents. Lauren & Chris Tomlin were kind enough to join us in a conversation where they shared their stories of growing up, how they met, becoming parents, and the places God has called them. Chris has sold over 7 million records, won 23 Dove Awards and a Grammy. We loved spending time with these two folks and their willingness to step into such a thoughtful conversation as part of our Music City Series.

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Episode 121: Storing Up Good Memories for Your Kids with Hillary and Ben Rector Jul 18, 2023

We were living our best lives getting to interview our friends Hillary and Ben Rector! You likely know Ben from his amazing music…with songs like Brand New, Joy, Sunday, Old Friends…and so many more. But, you may not have met Ben’s delightful and thoughtful wife, Hillary. Get ready to laugh and learn with these two wonderful human beings and make sure to listen and download Ben’s music wherever you listen to music.

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Episode 120: Making Family the Priority with Hannah and Shay Mooney Jul 11, 2023

We guarantee that Shay Mooney is behind some of your favorite window’s down, sun-roof open, sing-out-loud songs of the summer. He is one half of the grammy-winning, chart-topping, platinum-selling band, Dan & Shay.

Hannah’s voice has likely been in your ears as well. She is the host of Unexpected with Hannah Love, one of our next door neighbors at That Sounds Fun Network. Hannah has a remarkable ability to make you feel like you are sharing coffee with a tried & true friend, as she invites you to consider the events of life that led you to where you are, and how God uses unexpected moments in big ways.These two are the proud of parents of three young boys, and they brought so much wisdom, honesty and hope to our time together.

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Episode 119: Parenting with Vulnerability with Jon and Amy McLaughlin Jul 04, 2023

This week we have one of our favorite hosts from Dadville, Jon McLaughlin, joining us. You’ve heard Jon’s music from his amazing records, songs on some of your favorite TV shows and films, or maybe you know him from the film Enchanted and saw him perform on the Academy Awards (we had him tell that story!)

But hold your horses, we didn’t just snag Jon, we somehow persuaded his delightful, insightful, lovely wife Amy to join us. We found ourselves in the middle of an honest, authentic conversation about the ups and downs, good and hard, hopeful and heart-breaking moments of parenting with these two friends.

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Episode 118: How to Help Your Kids Find Purpose with Tom and Katie Douglas Jun 27, 2023

You know what it’s like to sit in conversation with folks who are full of wisdom, substance, honesty and humility? The kinds of folks you could ask questions to and learn from for hours on end? Those would be our dear friends Tom & Katie Douglas. Katie was a significant part of Daystar becoming what it is today, and she is still serving on our Board of Directors. She is full of passion and purpose, wisdom and generosity.

Tom is one of Nashville’s most beloved, revered and celebrated songwriters. He is behind many of the songs you’ve loved and known like The House the Built Me (Miranda Lamber), I Run to You (Lady A), and Grown Men Don’t Cry (Tim McGraw), to name a just a few. He is a Grammy winning, Oscar nominated, Billboard chart topping songwriter, who also released a critically acclaimed documentary- Love, Tom. He is wise and thoughtful, intuitive and intentional. We are thrilled to share this conversation with our friends, Tom & Katie.

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Episode 117: Balancing Career and Family with Kelli and Dave Haywood Jun 20, 2023

We could not be more excited about this episode of our Music City Series! Our worlds are colliding on this one because we’re getting to talk with the incredible Dave and Kelli Haywood. You probably know Dave as being one third of the amazing Lady A. He’s a talented artist, songwriter, musician…all the creative things. But you might not know that his incredibly talented wife, Kelli, is basically our boss! Kelli is the co-founder of the That Sounds Fun Podcast Network, the home of Raising Boys and Girls podcast, and an all-around rockstar. We’ve loved being a part of the That Sounds Fun family and getting to work with Kelli. We are thrilled to share their wisdom and hearts on parenting with you on today’s episode.

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Episode 116: Sharing a Family Legacy of Faith, Hope, and Love with Kimberly Schlapman Jun 13, 2023

Welcome to the Music City Summer Series! We are so excited to kick this series off with TRULY one of the most delightful people we know! Kimberly Schlapman is profoundly kind, luminously hopeful and crazy talented! As you know, she’s a part of the multi-Grammy (and a whole lot of other) award winning band, Little Big Town. She also happens to have written a cookbook called Oh Gussie, as well as a children’s book, A Dolly for Christmas. We can’t wait for you to listen in on this conversation with one of our very favorite people!

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Fish Taco Recipe from Kimberly

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Episode 115: Raising Emotionally Strong and Worry-free Kids Wrap-Up Jun 06, 2023

We’ve had so much fun with the Raising Emotionally Strong and Worry-Free Kids season on the Raising Boys and Girls podcast! We’ve gotten to hear rich, insightful truth from some amazing folks. We’ve gotten to laugh and learn along with you. AND we’ve gotten to talk tacos…which, you know, is always our favorite! Tune in to this episode to hear the wrap up of this podcast season!

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Episode 114: Finding Connection Through Your Adoption Journey May 30, 2023

We couldn’t be happier to share this conversation with Melissa Corkum & Lisa Qualls of The Adoption Connection. We have long respected the work these two remarkable women are doing in the world. They are some of our favorite voices, offering hope and encouragement, to adoptive parents and caregivers. They’ve written numerous books, have a fantastic podcast, offer coaching and speaking, and host a beautiful facebook community of support. They are doing such good and meaningful work in this space bringing decades of personal and professional experience to the equation.

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Episode 113: The Truth About How to Get Parenting Right May 23, 2023

Andy and Sandra Stanley are two voices we have been grateful for, for a long time! And now we’re even more grateful to know and count them as friends. To hear them talk about their journey of parenting, both their biological and their foster children, was truly inspiring. We cannot wait for you to hear this one. And if you haven't already, go grab a copy of their new book, Parenting:Getting It Right.

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Episode 112: Single Parenting After Loss May 16, 2023

We are delighted to share this conversation with someone we respect, admire and trust. Holly Singletary is a mom of four (including twin boys!), who became a widow when her children were very young. She offers such wisdom in parenting after loss, and finding strength as a single mom. Prepare to be encouraged as you listen in on this rich conversation.

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Episode 31 with Amy Fenton on Hope for Single Moms.

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Episode 111: Parenting Out of Love, Not Fear May 09, 2023

Cindy Morgan is a two-time Grammy nominee, a thirteen-time Dove winner and a recipient of the prestigious Songwriter of the Year trophy. She’s written 21 number one radio hits, taught songwriting courses at various universities and has written four books, including her newest release, The Year of Jubilee. Cindy also happens to be SIssy's oldest friend in Nashville and a dear friend of Melissa’s and David’s, too. We cannot wait for you to listen in on this conversation with Cindy, to hear the grace and vulnerability that are always a part of her words, whether they’re in song, page, or conversation.

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Episode 110: Helping Kids Find Resilience with Rebekah Lyons May 04, 2023

We talk a lot about building resilience into kids in our offices. It felt timely and important to share a conversation with our friend, Rebekah Lyons, about her new book, Building a Resilient Life: How Adversity Awakens Strength, Hope, and Meaning. We talked about turning toward anxiety and not away from it, and even what that looks like in the context of parenting. We also talked about moving kids toward meaning and purpose, something we’ve seen bring about tremendous growth and change.

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Sissy mentioned the Prayer of Teilhard de Chardin which you can read here.

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Episode 109: Using Affirmations to Help Kids See Their Value with Jazmyn Simon and Dulé Hill May 02, 2023

Actors, activists, and parents, Dulé Hill and Jazmyn Simon, are dedicated to making all children feel and understand their importance in the world. In their new tender picture book, Repeat After Me: Big Things to Say Everyday, they tell children about the magic of self-love and standing firm, regardless of outside voices and doubt. We are so excited to share this conversation with you!

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Episode 108: Parenting in the Trenches With Neurodiverse Kids: Jenn and Marcus dePaula Apr 25, 2023

To wrap up Autism Awareness month, Sissy and David speak with the podcast's audio engineer, Marcus dePaula, and his wife, Jenn, about their experiences parenting their 14 year old son who is on the autism spectrum.

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Raising Boys & Girls Episode 105 with Dr. Chinwé and Lonnie Willams

Temple Grandin movie with Claire Danes

The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum by Temple Grandin

Anything But Typical by Nora Raleigh Baskin

The Reason I Jump by Naoki Higashida

The Reason I Jump film based on the book

Autism Discussion Page on Facebook

Autism Discussion Page books by Bill Nason

Jenn on Instagram

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Episode 107: The Keys to Time-Management as a Busy Mom with Crystal Paine Apr 20, 2023

Our friend Crystal Paine doesn’t just help us save money. Now, she’s helping us save TIME…something that we all need more of! We loved getting to have her back on the podcast and hear her insights on the 4 steps to simpler living and a whole lot more!

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The Time-Saving Mom

If you loved this episode, here is our previous Raising Boys and Girls episode with Crystal Paine.

Episode 51: Love Centered Parenting and Foster Care

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Episode 106: Raising Kids Who Turn Into Great Grown-Ups Apr 18, 2023

Our Parents in the Trenches this week are especially important to Sissy—as they’re her nephew Witt’s godparents! J.T. and Catherine Martin also happen to be two of the most intentional parents AND friends we know! Can’t wait for you to listen in on this conversation about parenting kids with ADHD, anxiety and everything in between.

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Episode 105: Raising Neurodivergent Kids Apr 11, 2023

Dr. Chinwé Williams and her husband Lonnie join Sissy and David for Autism Awareness Month to talk about neurodivergent kids, and the joys and challenges of raising their son who is on the autism spectrum.

LINKS

Beyond the Spiral: Why You Shouldn’t Believe Everything Anxiety Tells You

Episode 24: Talking to Kids About Race

meaningfulsolutionscounseling.com

"Finding Out Your Child Has Autism"

"7 Practical Tips to Raising a Child with Autism"

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Episode 104: Helping Kids Find Hope in the Midst of Tragedy Apr 06, 2023

Join David, Sissy, and Melissa as they focus on HOPE. This was set to be recorded last week and little did they know how their hope would be impacted by the tragedy that unfolded at the Covenant School. This recording was honestly the first chance they had to talk through the week…to process the loss and the grief and the moments of God’s goodness piercing through. Because, as the Uber driver they mentioned in the episode said, “We share the same hope.”

We who have run for our very lives to God have every reason to grab the promised hope with both hands and never let go. It’s an unbreakable spiritual lifeline, reaching past all appearances right to the very presence of God where Jesus, running on ahead of us, has taken up his permanent post… Hebrews 6:18-20, MSG

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Episode 103: Overcoming Fear with the Truth - Interview with Beth Moore Apr 04, 2023

Beth Moore's timely conversation with Sissy and David filled with hope and humor about her "Knotted-Up Life" is just what we need right now.

LINKS

Beth's new book: All My Knotted-Up Life: A Memoir

Beth's website: LProof.org

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Episode 102: How to Care for Kids that Are Hurting After a School Tragedy Mar 29, 2023

David and Sissy share more helpful tips to care for the kids in your life that are dealing with big feelings after the Nashville school shooting. This content originated on the Raising Boys and Girls IG (@raisingboysandgirls) on Tuesday, March 28. We continue to pray that your conversations lead to hope and peace.

A Few Ideas on Helping Kids who are Hurting:

Kids emotions are transient. Follow their lead.
Have conversations in doses. Kids need to come up for air more than we do.
Watch for: emotions bigger than the situation warrants, more clinging, tearfulness, regression, trouble sleeping.
Maintain routines. Kids thrive in structure.
Keep giving them space to feel. Process your feelings elsewhere.
Move with them toward empathy and purpose.

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Episode 101: How to Talk to Your Kids After a School Shooting - a Message of Hope Mar 28, 2023

It's unthinkable that we're recovering from another school shooting that took the lives of innocent children and adults. Child and adolescent counselor, Sissy Goff shares helpful ideas on how to talk with kids after a tragedy like this. This content originated on Sissy's IG (@sissygoff) on Monday, March 27 in the aftermath of the shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville, TN. We pray your conversations lead to hope and healing.

How to Talk to Your Kids After a School Shooting:

Stay Calm
Be the Source.
Let them lead.
Give them space to feel.
It's okay to feel with them, not to process with them.
Answer questions age-appropriately and honestly.
Talk about what they can control.
Look for the helpers. Be one.
Ask what would help them feel safe at school.
Don't feel like you have to have all the answers.
Remind them of truth you know.

Episode 100: How to Have Conversations About Race with Kids Mar 28, 2023

For students navigating a time of racial hostility, and for the adults and educators who care for them, Austin Channing Brown’s latest book for kids based on her best-selling memoir, I’m Still Here, is an empowering look at the experiences of young Black kids, illustrating how we can nourish identity and make sense of how we each fit into the world.

LINKS

AustinChanning.com

I'm Still Here: Loving Myself in a World Not Made for Me

I'm Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness

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Episode 99: Passing on Faith to your Kids with Cece Winans Mar 23, 2023

Sissy and Melissa get to speak with CeCe Winans about her Believe For It book and Spring tour, and how she and the generations before have been able to pour out their wisdom for their kids.

Links

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“No Greater” video

“Goodness of God“ video

CeCe Winans Presents: Generations | YouTube Show

Episode 98: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Other Strategies to Help Kids with Anxiety Mar 21, 2023

Sissy and David refer lots of kids to Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Dr. Ashley Pineda for specialized help with anxiety, OCD, and other issues, so we are excited to have her stop by the little yellow house to share some practical advice.

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Episode 97: Our Favorite Tools for Anxious Kids Mar 14, 2023

Almost every parent that sits in Sissy's or David’s office asks for tools to help their kids with anxiety. So in this episode they talk about things we can do to keep kids emotionally healthy in a proactive, and not just reactive way. And Melissa’s Timeless Truth reminds us of the Friend who is always there to help us in any situation.

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Episode 96: Teaching Kids How to Engage with People Who Have Differing Points of View with Carlos Whittaker Mar 07, 2023

Carlos Whittaker returns to the podcast to talk about his brand new book, How to Human, and to talk about how he is learning and teach others to see the humanity in those different from ourselves.

Links

CarlosWhittaker.com

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Episode 95: Helping Kids Develop a Growth Mindset with Jon Acuff Feb 28, 2023

Bestselling author Jon Acuff brings his practical, tactical wisdom to the Little Yellow House, and talks about what it was like having his two daughters help him write his latest book, Your New Playlist.

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Acuff.me

Your New Playlist: The Student's Guide to Tapping into the Superpower of Mindset

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Episode 94: Giving Up Parenting Control Feb 21, 2023

We’re so excited to introduce you this week to two more of our favorite people! (Can you tell how much we love having a podcast and sharing with you some of the voices we trust the most?) Well, here are two more…Betsy and Gene Cashman. Betsy was a therapist at Daystar before their family relocated to Memphis, where Gene is in healthcare and they’re raising four amazing kids. We love the wisdom and grace these two bring not only to this conversation, but to our lives.

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Episode 93: Helping Kids with Sensory Processsing Disorders Feb 14, 2023

It was our great joy to share conversation with Susan Masie & Danielle Carder. Both women are pediatric occupational therapists at Pediatric Therapies and wise guides who have been supporting kids and families for decades. We talked about what sensory hurdles look like, the connection between sensory struggles and anxiety and some best practices for parents of young children. However, the conversation we shared around regulation could be useful for any aged child or adolescent (or adult for that matter). This will likely be an episode you will want to have a pen and paper nearby to take notes and go back to the ideas recommended by these two wise voices.

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Episode 92: Understanding Anxiety in Kids Feb 07, 2023

Sissy and David start off the series of discussions centered around Sissy's book, Raising Worry Free Girls, by talking about what parents need to understand about anxiety in kids.

LINKS

Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World

S4, E34: Kids and Technology with Titania Jordan and Matt McKee from Bark

S5, E17: Madeline Levine, PhD

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Episode 91: Helping Kids Understand Their Emotions with Dylan Dreyer Jan 31, 2023

Meteorologist and TODAY Show co-host Dylan Dreyer speaks with Sissy and David about how seeing the parallels between weather and emotions in her three young boys led her to write her Misty the Cloud series of books.

LINKS

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Episode 90: Navigating Education and Parenting Twins Jan 24, 2023

Anne and Nate Morrow talk with Sissy and David about parenting twins, adoption, school community, teachers, football, and taco rings.

LINKS

Taco Ring Recipe

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Episode 89: How to Prepare Kids for Our Rapidly Changing World Jan 17, 2023

Sissy and David speak with bestselling author Madeline Levine about how she's seen parenting change during her four decades of working as a clinician, consultant, and educator in Childhood Development, and how we can best prepare our children and ourselves for a rapidly changing world.

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Episode 88: Combat Anxiety and Stress in Kids by Helping Them Find Purpose Jan 10, 2023

As we kick of a new year, Sissy and David discuss how giving our kids a sense of purpose can help them combat anxiety and stress, regulate anger, and ward off depression. And Melissa wraps things up by answering the important question: what is our purpose?

LINKS:

Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas

Strong and Smart: A Boy's Guide to Building Healthy Emotions by David Thomas

Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff

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Episode 87: The Importance of Childhood Experiences with Sally Lloyd-Jones Dec 20, 2022

Author of The Jesus Storybook Bible, Sally Lloyd-Jones, speaks with Sissy and David about how her own childhood experiences with her family and church led to her passion of writing for children.

LINKS

SallyLloyd-Jones.com

The Jesus Storybook Bible

Known: Psalm 139

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Episode 86: What Kids Need Right Now: Holiday Edition Dec 13, 2022

'Tis the season for non-stop holiday events, family travel, and breaks in our healthy routines, so Sissy and David share some practical ways we can help spread more cheer and less anxiety for our kids during this Christmas Season.

LINKS

Holiday travel can be stressful for everyone. Here is a list of some coping tools Sissy and David recommend to help kids deal with dysregulation during family trips.

"Little Drummer Boy" by Carrie Underwood featuring Isaiah Fisher

"Jesus is the Reason for the Season" by Kirk Franklin and the Family

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Episode 85: How to Find and Share Joy in Parenting Dec 06, 2022

Ellie and Drew Holcomb bring their Christmas spirit and loads of joy to the Daystar house in this week's episode, to have a conversation with Sissy and David about lessons they've learned from their parents as well as their kids, and how music is their favorite gift to share with everyone.

Links

Sounding Joy by Ellie Holcomb

Drew and Ellie Holcomb's Neighborly Christmas

EllieHolcomb.com

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Episode 84: Teaching Kids to Ward Off Anxiety by Focusing on Who They Are Not What They Do Nov 29, 2022

After stepping away from a thriving career in TV, Paula Faris shares how she tries to help her kids focus more on who God created them to be and less on what they work to accomplish.

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Episode 83: Navigating Pain and Suffering with Others Nov 22, 2022

Pastor and author Scott Sauls shares a message of hope for parents from his new book, Beautiful People Don't Just Happen.

Links

Beautiful People Don't Just Happen

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Episode 82: What I Wish I Knew About Adoption with Jamie Ivey Nov 17, 2022

In this bonus episode in honor of National Adoption Day on November 19, Jamie Ivey shares what she wishes she and her husband knew when they started the adoption process, and talks about her new parenting podcast.

LINKS

NationalAdoptionDay.org

JamieIvey.com

Launch podcast with Jamie Ivey and Lisa Whittle

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Episode 81: How to Help Kids Move Past Challenges Toward Growth Nov 15, 2022

Former Daystar staffer Pace Verner and her husband Brandon join Sissy and David to talk about their experiences with their own parents and their four kids, and how facing challenges leads to growth.

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Episode 80: Help Kids Develop Social Connections While Overcoming Anxiety with Dr. Michael Thompson Nov 08, 2022

This week Sissy and David's guest is Michael Thompson, PhD, who has worked with thousands of kids in more than 700 schools around the world and is the author of multiple best-selling books. They discuss how parents can help kids develop social connections, while facing challenges without anxiety.

LINKS

MichaelThompson-PhD.com

Books mentioned:

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Episode 79: Building Strong Emotional Connection for Kids with Their Parents and Peers Nov 01, 2022

In David's new book, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, he talks about the two P's that play a primary role in our kids' lives when it comes to relationships and human connection: Parents and Peers. He and Sissy discuss what they see kids and parents dealing with regularly, and offer some practical ideas that can help in developing and maintaining those connections. Melissa also shares her personal experience with our God-given desire for intimacy.

Links

Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas

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Episode 78: Recovering from Trauma and Strengthening Your Soul with John Eldridge Oct 25, 2022

Recorded this summer while Sissy was away at Hopetown, David interviews author John Eldredge about his most recent book, Resilient, and why strengthening our souls for the days ahead is as equally important as recovering from past trauma.

Links

Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times

Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul

Learn more about John Eldredge’s work at WildatHeart.org.

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Episode 77: Making Intentional Family Time a Priority Oct 18, 2022

For our first "Parents in the Trenches" episode, which is new to this series of the podcast, Sissy and David get to sit down with their dear friends, Tina and Sterling Barrett, to hear how they have juggled work, activities, and intentional family time over the years with their two college-aged kids.

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Episode 76: What Kids Need From Parents to Support Their Mental Health with Dr. Jeri Fitzpatrick Oct 11, 2022

This week on the podcast, we’ve got one of our favorite and one of Nashville’s most respected psychiatrists, Dr. Jeri Fitzpatrick. We can’t wait for you to listen in on this conversation around what she’s seeing in her offices these days, what she believes kids need from their parents to support their mental health and why and when medication might be important.

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Episode 75: How to Help Kids Navigate Emotions Oct 04, 2022

Have you ever wondered how to navigate emotions with your kids? We will be discussing this topic throughout this season of the podcast. In this episode, Sissy has a little fun and interviews David about his new books that released this summer on raising emotionally strong boys. She also discusses girls and emotions and how David's tips can help them as well. If you haven't grabbed a copy of his new books, check out the links below!

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Notes

B-A-D:

Blame

Avoidance

Denial

Blame is just discharge pain. Shame is just self-contained.

3 R's:

Recognize

Regulate

Repair

2 Bonus R's from Melissa:

Relationship

Receive

Characteristics of an Emotionally Strong Boy RARE:

Resourcefulness

Aware

Resilient

Empathetic

Links

Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and Strong & Smart by David Thomas

Emotional Agility by Susan David

Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times by John Eldredge

Episode 74: What Kids Need Right Now: Fall Edition Sep 27, 2022

One of David and Sissy's favorite episodes to do quarterly is based on "What Kids Need Right Now". They talk so much about about how they are sitting with kids and families every day and hearing their hearts and hearing their struggles. And so it's important to get to talk about what they are seeing specifically. Join in on this conversation and hear the three things they are seeing the most right now with kids and learn about the practical ways we as caregivers can help them grow in these areas.

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Episode 73: Raising Emotionally Strong and Worry Free Kids Sep 20, 2022

Need effective tools to help your kids overcome worry and anxiety and build strong emotional health? Sissy Goff and David Thomas are back with a new series on the podcast to help you navigate all of the emotions!

Get the books, Raising Worry-Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys and follow along this season!

Braver, Stronger, Smarter - This illustrated guide--created for girls ages 6 to 11, the stage when anxiety issues often surface--will help your daughter see how brave, strong, and smart God made her.

Strong and Smart - This workbook was created primarily to help elementary-age boys understand themselves better and learn how to work through overwhelming emotions. With relatable stories and writing and drawing prompts to guide him, your boy will learn for himself what it takes to be strong and smart, tough and tender, loyal and loving.

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Episode 72: A Message of Hope for Parents in the Trenches Aug 23, 2022

Weary parents, take a much deserved break and listen in! Daystar founder and Raising Boys and Girls leader, Melissa Trevathan, wraps up season 4 with a message of hope for parents in the trenches.

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We've got some big changes coming for Season 5. We can't wait to share more with you next month!! Stay tuned.

Episode 71: Helping Kids Build Lifelong Friendships Aug 09, 2022

Be encouraged to help your kids find and cultivate lifelong friendships as you listen in to this fun interview with David, Sissy, and her childhood friends.

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Episode 70: How to Move Past Guilt and Parent on Purpose with Kirsten and Ben Watson Jul 26, 2022

Parenting is hard. But we can do it with intentionality when we lean into God and His Word. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with Kirsten and Ben Watson to talk about parenting with purpose.

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Episode 69: Kids and Emotional Safety with Christi and Dr. Josh Straub Jul 12, 2022

Do you wonder how to handle your kids' emotions? Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with Dr. Josh and Christi Straub to talk about emotional safety and parenting.

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Episode 68: What Kids Want Parents to Know Right Now Jun 28, 2022

Wondering what your kids need from you right now? Join Sissy and David as they talk with authors, speakers, and teenagers, Olivia and Alena Pitts about what kids want you to know but may be afraid to share.

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Episode 67: Helping Kids Use Technology Responsibly with Bark Jun 21, 2022

Do you worry about your kids and technology? Today we're talking with Titania Jordan and Matt McKee from Bark, a screentime and content manager.

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Episode 66: Why We Need Community in Parenting with Annie and Dave Barnes Jun 14, 2022

Sissy and David are chatting with singer, songwriter, artist, and podcaster, Dave Barnes and his wife, Annie about the Enneagram, parenting, and community.

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Episode 65: Developing a Growth Mindset in Yourself and Your Kids May 10, 2022

Sissy and David are chatting with author, speaker, and mom, Shauna Niequist about her new book and how to be a lifelong learner in motherhood and life.

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Episode 64: Navigating the Tough Seasons of Motherhood with Kari Kampakis May 03, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with writer, speaker, and mom to four girls, Kari Kampakis on loving your kids and yourself well through the tough seasons of motherhood.

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Episode 63: Preparing Kids to Guard Themselves Against Addiction with Jessica Lahey Apr 26, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with mom, educator, writer, and addiction expert, Jessica Lahey about how to prepare kids to guard themselves against addiction.

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Episode 62: The Power of Vintage Values with the Daystar Parents Apr 19, 2022

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan as they chat with their very own parents about vintage values and what modern parents can learn from those who have gone before.

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Episode 61: Helping Kids See Their True Identity with Emily Ley Apr 12, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with entrepreneur and mom, Emily Ley, creator of the Simplified Planner, about motherhood, family life, and her new children's book.

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Episode 60: Cultivating a Lifelong Faith in Kids Apr 05, 2022

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan as they chat with Minno's Director of Education and Faith Formation, Jess Wolstenholm, on talking to kids about Easter and planting seeds of faith in our families.

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Episode 59: What Kids Need Right Now: Spring Edition Mar 29, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they share what kids need right now in this spring season after weathering two years in an uncertain world.

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Episode 58: How to Cultiavte a Healthy Relationship with Technology Mar 22, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with mom, media trauma therapist, Jenny Black about ways to cultivate a healthy relationship with technology.

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Episode 57: Helping Kids Engage in Bible Reading with She Reads Truth Mar 15, 2022

Want to know how to get your kids excited about God's Word? Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with the moms behind She Reads Truth: Raechel Meyers and Amanda Williams.

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Episode 56: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Mar 08, 2022

Wondering how to talk to your kids about sex in today's culture? Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with the moms behind Birds & Bees, Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson.

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Episode 55: Parenting with Perspective for the Long Term Mar 01, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with singer, songwriter, and author, Sandra McCracken on parenting with perspective.

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ICYMI - Episode 24: Dr. Chinwé Williams Interview Feb 22, 2022

In Case You Missed It! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with child and family therapist, Dr. Chinwé Williams on talking to kids about race.

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Episode 54: Why We Can't Do Motherhood Alone with Heather MacFadyen Feb 15, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with Heather MacFadyen, author and host of the popular podcast, Don't Mom Alone.

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Episode 53: Teaching Kids to Be Brave and Have Fun with Annie Downs Feb 08, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with podcast host and author, Annie F. Downs on being brave and having fun!

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Episode 52: Why Kids and Parents Need the Bible Now More Than Ever Feb 01, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with Bible teacher, author, and friend, Kelly Minter about the importance of the Bible in the lives of kids and parents.

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Episode 51: Love Centered Parenting and Foster Care with Crystal Paine Jan 25, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they visit with author, blogger, and mom, Crystal Paine (aka The Money Saving Mom) about foster care, parenting, and youth mental health.

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Episode 50: How to Help Kids Handle Conflict with Melanie Shankle and Sophie Hudson Jan 18, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with Sophie Hudson and Melanie Shankle of the Big Boo Cast Podcast about raising kids with respect.

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Episode 49: Build Character in Kids by Teaching Respect Jan 11, 2022

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share four important steps to teaching kids about respect.

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Episode 48: Using Boredom to Cultivate Creativity in Kids Dec 07, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they chat with singer/songwriter, Cindy Morgan about creativity and Christmas. And don't miss a special surprise from Cindy at the end of the episode!

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Episode 47: How to Teach Kids Responsibility Nov 30, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share insight and ideas for how to teach kids responsibility.

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Episode 46: Helping Kids Face Hard Things with Hope and Gratitude with Jay and Katherine Wolf Nov 23, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with Jay and Katherine Wolf about facing hard things with hope and gratitude.

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Episode 45: How to Grow a Heart of Gratitude in Kids Nov 16, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they talk about how to practice gratitude with your kids!

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Episode 44: Raising Money Conscious and Grateful Kids with Rachel Cruz Nov 09, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with mom, money-maven, and best-selling author, Rachel Cruze about how to raise money-conscious and grateful kids.

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Episode 43: How to Help Kids Move Past Entitlement Nov 02, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as talk about how to ward on entitlement in kids, especially during the holiday season!

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Episode 42: What Parents Need Most to Raise Kids in Today's Culture with Dr. Meg Meeker Oct 26, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they sit with pediatrician and best-selling author, Meg Meeker, MD to talk about what parents need most to raise kids in today's culture.

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Episode 41: Helping Kids Deal with Anxiety and Emotions Oct 19, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they offer insight and practical tools to help you understand and address emotions, anxiety, and depression in kids.

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Episode 40: Growing God Confidence in Kids with Sadie Robertson Oct 12, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with Sadie Robertson Huff on being a new mom and how to help our kids grow in God-confidence.

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Episode 39: How to Help Kids Overcome Anxiety and Grow in Confidence Oct 05, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk about what parents and grownups can do (and not do) to help kids grow in confidence.

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Episode 38: What Kids Need Right Now: Fall Edition Sep 28, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk about the hope and help kids need most right now as we get full-on into the school year.

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Episode 37: The Impact of Screentime on Kids' Social, Emotional, and Educational Development Sep 21, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with author and speaker, Arlene Pellicane offering help and hope for managing screentime and devices in your family.

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Episode 36: Managing Screentime and Devices for Kids Sep 14, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they revisit the ever-present topic of technology with help and hope for managing screentime and devices in your family.

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Episode 35: Raising Kids to Overcome Anxiety in Today's World Sep 07, 2021

Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan are back with topics and guests that will inspire you along your journey of raising kids in today's world. Today we begin the Modern Parents, Vintage Values series!

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Episode 34: Parenting with Unconditional Love with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons Aug 31, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations from parents and experts in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons about family rhythm and parenting children with special needs.

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Episode 33: Self Care for Moms with Sarah Bragg Aug 17, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations from parents and experts in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with the original RBG podcast host, author, and mom of two, Sarah Bragg on growing through motherhood.

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Episode 32: Understanding Your Need for God Through Parenting with Debbie and Michael W. Smith Aug 03, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations from parents and experts in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with award-winning Christian artist, Michael W. Smith and his wife, Debbie on raising kids and grandkids by God's grace.

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Episode 31: Hope for Single Moms Jul 20, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations from parents and experts in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with single mom, Amy Fenton, along with her mom and daughter. Together they offer hope for single moms and lots of ideas for sharing Jesus across generations.

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Episode 30: What Kids Need Right Now: Summer Edition Jul 06, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you expert insight and encouragement to help you have an INTENTIONAL SUMMER! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share what kids need most right now and how parents can intentionally meet those needs (and their own) this summer.

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Episode 29: The Importance of Summer Camp for Kids with Amy Grant Jun 22, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations from parents and experts in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with Grammy Award-winning artist, Amy Grant on why she opened her farm (and her heart) to kids and summer camp.

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Episode 28: How to Manage Your Kids' Summer Technology Jun 08, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you expert insight and encouragement to help you have an INTENTIONAL SUMMER! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share strategies for managing technology over the summer.

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Episode 27: Summer Activity Ideas for Kids and Families with Jessica Turner May 25, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with Jessica Turner, author, speaker, and creative mom of 3, on fun summer activity ideas.

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Episode 26: How to Have a Connected, Intentional Summer as a Family May 11, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share simple ideas for making the most of your time this summer.

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Episode 25: Pursuing Jesus to Find Freedom in Parenting with Jeannie Cunnion Apr 27, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with author, speaker, and mom of 5 boys, Jeannie Cunnion.

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Episode 24: Talking to Kids About Race with Dr. Chinwe Williams Apr 22, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with child and family therapist, Dr. Chinwé Williams on talking to kids about race.

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Episode 23: Finding Freedom from Guilt and Shame in Parenting Apr 20, 2021

Do you long to feel more free in your parenting? Free from guilt and pressure and doubts? Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share encouragement for finding freedom in parenting.

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Episode 22: Creating a Playful and Welcoming Environment for Your Kids with Emily and Matthew West Apr 13, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations with parents in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with artist Matthew West and his wife, Emily, about being playful parents.

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Episode 21: How to Be a More Playful Parent and Enjoy Your Kids Apr 06, 2021

We are living in an intense time, and play may not be top-of-mind most days. However, play is so important in childhood and parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share research, ideas, and encouragement for being a more playful parent.

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Episode 20: Being a Connected and Intentional Parent with Heather and Carlos Whittaker Mar 30, 2021

Do you feel disconnected as a family? Every season of parenting brings obstacles to connection. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week on the Raising Boys & Girls podcast for a fun and hope-filled conversation with author and podcaster Carlos Whittaker and his wife, Heather, on being a connected parent.

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Episode 19: How to Be a More Connected Parent to Young Children and Adolescents Mar 23, 2021

Let's face it, life is busy! But connecting with our kids is one of our top priorities as parents. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share ideas and encouragement for being a more connected parent.

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Episode 18: Using the Enneagram to Understand and Parent Kids and Adolescents Mar 16, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations with parents in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with singer/songwriters Jill and Andy Gullahorn about finding balance in parenting and family life.

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Episode 17: How to Find Balance in Parenting Mar 09, 2021

With messages coming at us from every angle, it can be hard to find balance in parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share practical ways to find balance and ultimately be better guides for our kids.

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Episode 16: Parenting with Faith, Hope, and Survivor Skills with Elisabeth Hasselbeck Mar 02, 2021

You've seen her on Survivor and heard her on The View. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with Elisabeth Hasselbeck on finding hope in parenting and life.

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Episode 15: How to Block Out Discouragement and Find Hope in Parenting Feb 23, 2021

With everything we have going on as parents, being hopeful is not something we typically focus on. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share why it's so important to be a hopeful parent.

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Episode 14: Imagination, Creativity, and Hope for Kids Who are Becoming Feb 16, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with poet and artist, Morgan Harper Nichols about parenting, patience, and hopeful imagination.

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Episode 13: Self-Care for Parents That Will Lead to Patience Feb 09, 2021

Patience is something we all struggle with, especially in parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical strategies, and Bible truths to help you be a more patient parent.

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Episode 12: Understanding the Why Behind Your Child's Behavior Feb 02, 2021

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with best-selling author and mom, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson about consistent practices that help in parenting.

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Episode 11: Discipline, Consequences, and How to Be a More Consistent Parent Jan 26, 2021

Have you ever wondered why experts say consistency is the most important thing to master as a parent? And have you felt defeated because it's actually the hardest part of parenting? Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical strategies, and Bible truths to help you be a more consistent parent.

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Episode 10: Navigating Grief as a Single Dad Jan 19, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is here to help you start the year with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with author, pastor, and dad of four girls, Jonathan Pitts, about what it looks like to be an intentional parent.

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Episode 9: Building Intentionality and Thoughtfulness as a Family Jan 12, 2021

Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical ingredients, and Bible truths to help you be a more intentional parent.

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Episode 8: Welcome to Intentional Parenting Jan 07, 2021

Today, we begin a new series on the Raising Boys & Girls podcast to help you start the new year with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they welcome you on a journey of intentional parenting. Find out the topics we'll be tackling together over the next few months as we dig into what it means to be more consistent, peaceful, and playful parents.

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Episode 7: Technology Boundaries for Kids and Families Jan 05, 2021

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with Minno CEO, Erick Goss, on how to navigate technology in your home and family.

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Episode 6: New Year Family Refresh Dec 29, 2020

The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is here to help you make 2021 your best year yet! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you look toward the new year with focus and intention.

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Episode 5: Christmas with Kids: Cultivating a Spirit of Giving Dec 15, 2020

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with author, speaker, and creator of Light 'Em Up Acts, Courtney DeFeo, on simple ways you can give as a family this Christmas.

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Episode 4: 2020: Christmas with Kids: Making it Meaningful Dec 08, 2020

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you ward off the "mores" and embrace the season no matter how hard this year has been!

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Episode 3: Fighting Entitlement and Developing a True Heart of Thanksgiving in Kids Nov 24, 2020

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you ward off entitlement in your kids and create a spirit of gratitude within your family.

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Episode 2: Helping Kids Navigate a Global Pandemic Nov 17, 2020

Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share helpful insight from their experience and evidence-based information about how to help kids navigate a global pandemic.

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Episode 1: The Daystar Story Nov 10, 2020

The Raising Boys and Girls podcast is back with bonus episodes to help you finish 2020 strong! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share the Daystar Counseling Ministries story. Hear how it all began over 30 years ago with a vision to help kids see just how special they are and encourage them to help each other shine.

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Welcome to the Raising Boys & Girls Podcast! Nov 02, 2020

Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey of raising boys and girls.

You can browse more episodes of the Raising Boys and Girls podcast at https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/podcast or listen in your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1366344369.