Roots and Wings

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. Whether you’ve been on this parenting journey for years or are just starting out, I think you’ll find something in today’s episode that resonates with you. We’re talking about “Reflections on Parenting: Lessons Learned and Moving Forward.” Parenting is one of those things that you can’t t...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here. Today, we’re diving into a topic that strikes a chord with just about every parent at some point: "Healthy Independence: Letting Go While Staying Connected." It’s a balance that can feel like walking a tightrope. How do we help our kids grow into confident, self-reliant individuals while maintaining a...

Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s both exciting and nerve-wracking for so many families: “Career and College Readiness: Final Preparations.” Whether you’re a high school senior ready to take the next big step, a parent helping guide your child through this transition, or even a student still figuring out you...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’ve joined me today. We’re diving into a topic that affects everyone, yet often feels daunting or even taboo to discuss: financial responsibility. Specifically, we’re going to talk about budgeting, saving, and credit. These are three cornerstones of financial wellness that, when managed well, can create stability and...

Hello and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so happy you’ve joined me today. Whether you’re a parent looking to help your teen build independence or a teenager tuning in to get a handle on these essential life skills, this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into a practical and empowering topic: "Life Skills for Teens: Cooking, Cleaning, and Basic Maintenance." These...

Hello and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here today. This episode is all about something I think we often overlook or undervalue: celebrating small victories. Life, especially parenting, is full of challenges, and sometimes the big milestones we’re working toward—whether it’s getting your toddler potty-trained, teaching your teen responsibility, or...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. Whether you’re listening during your morning coffee, on a walk, or in the middle of some well-deserved quiet time, I hope this episode feels like a warm conversation with a friend. Today, we’re talking about a topic that every single one of us has to deal with at some point—adapting to unexpec...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and as always, I’m so glad you’re here. Today, we’re tackling a topic that I know will resonate with so many of you because it’s something nearly every parent experiences at some point: parental guilt. More specifically, we’re talking about how to cope with it and, most importantly, how to let go of the relentless pursuit of perfe...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. Parenting is one of the most rewarding journeys, but it’s also full of questions, isn’t it? One of the most common ones I hear—and one I’ve wrestled with myself—is, “How do I balance discipline and affection?” It’s such a delicate dance, and today, we’re going to dive deep into finding th...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here today. Whether you’re a seasoned parent or just starting out on this journey, I hope this space feels like a conversation with an old friend—warm, understanding, and filled with ideas that you can take with you into your life. Today, we’re talking about mindfulness in parenting, which is all about being...

Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. If you’ve ever felt like parenting is one big, ongoing lesson, you’re not alone. One of the most important things we can do as parents is commit to continuing our own education—not in the formal classroom sense necessarily, but by staying informed, adaptable, and open to gro...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and as always, I’m so glad you’re here with me today. Today, we’re diving into a topic that is so central to family life but often overlooked when we talk about parenting—keeping our partnerships strong. We’ll be exploring how parenting impacts relationships, the challenges that come with it, and practical ways to nurture your con...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and as always, I’m so glad you’re here. Today, we’re talking about something that’s vital to every parent’s journey, whether you’re just starting out or deep in the trenches of raising children. Our topic is “Building a Support Network: Friends, Family, and Community Resources.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and today we’re diving into a topic that every parent faces at some point: stress. Parenting is a beautiful, rewarding journey, but let’s be honest, it’s also hard. It’s a role that stretches you in ways you never imagined, and with that comes stress—sometimes a lot of it. Today’s episode is all about managing parental stress, explorin...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here today. Whether you’re tuning in on a quiet drive, during nap time, or while multitasking as only a parent can, this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s essential yet often overlooked: self-care for parents. We’re going to talk about why taking care of your own health and happiness isn...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. If there’s one life skill that can set kids up for success, it’s learning how to manage money. Yet, for many of us, financial literacy wasn’t something we were taught as kids. Maybe you grew up learning about money through trial and error, or perhaps it was a topic that just wasn’t discussed i...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. If you’re a parent, teacher, mentor, or anyone with a teenager in your life, today’s topic is one that hits close to home. We’re diving into “Career Exploration: Guiding Teens Toward Their Passions.” This is such an important conversation, and it’s one that can have a lasting impact on the you...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m thrilled you’re here today. Whether you’re a student thinking about your future, a parent helping guide the way, or someone who just wants to learn more about the college application process, today’s episode is all about College Preparation: From Applications to Acceptance. This is such an exciting, and yes, sometimes overwhelm...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re tuning in today. If you’ve ever faced the challenge of helping your child adjust to a new school—or if you see that transition on the horizon—you’re in the right place. Today, we’re talking about “Transitioning Between Schools: Easing Adjustments.” Moving from one school to another can be one of the most signific...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so excited you’re here with me today. Whether you’re already homeschooling, considering it, or just curious about what it involves, this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into “Homeschooling Basics: Is it Right for Your Family?” Homeschooling is one of those topics that sparks a lot of curiosity, and often, a lot of quest...

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here today. If you’re tuning in, chances are you or someone you care about is staring down the barrel of standardized testing season. Whether it’s your child’s first big test or their tenth, the words “standardized test” tend to come with a lot of baggage—stress, anxiety, and often a heap of expectations. To...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so excited you’re here with me today. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or both, we’re diving into a topic that touches all of us in one way or another: “Parent-Teacher Relationships: Collaborating for Success.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, and welcome back to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and as always, I’m so happy you’re here. Today’s episode is for anyone who’s ever sat down to help with homework and felt like they were entering a battlefield instead of a study session. We’re talking about “Homework Help: Creating Productive Study Habits.” Whether you’ve got a preschooler learning their ABCs, a middle schooler t...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’ve joined me today. Parenting is an extraordinary journey, isn’t it? No two children are alike, and every one of them brings their own unique blend of strengths, challenges, and possibilities into the world. Today, we’re going to explore a fascinating and sometimes misunderstood topic: “Gifted Children: Nurturing Ad...

Hello, and welcome to the Roots and Wings podcast. I’m Liesel, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, caregiver, or someone simply curious about learning disabilities, this episode is for you. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s both deeply personal and incredibly important: “Learning Disabilities: Identification and Support Strategies.” Hosted on Acast. S...