Build Family Connection

Episode 48: Stepping Out of Power Struggles 02.10.2020 6:57 ↓

We lead by our example as parents. Preparing ourselves with a few key phrases can help reduce power struggles and arguments with our kids around accountability.

Episode 47: Reframing Failure 23.09.2020 3:01 ↓

Failure can provide us with valuable information and opportunities for learning if we allow it.

Tantrums in Public 21.09.2020 4:05 ↓

How to handle tantrums and meltdowns in public.

Parable of the Bamboo Tree 17.09.2020 3:22 ↓

Our parenting efforts often feel like the process of growing a bamboo tree. Great patience and trust are required!

Meeting People In Their Space 14.09.2020 6:23 ↓

In this episode we talk about why our willingness to meet people in their space matters.

Relationship AND Accountability 11.09.2020 4:55 ↓

In this episode, we talk about the importance of focusing on the relationship and following through with boundaries for accountability.

Episode 42: Who Needs to Hear From You Today? 07.09.2020 2:07 ↓

Who in your family needs to connect with you today?

Episode 41: My Phone Won't Work! 04.09.2020 2:30 ↓

Sometimes the tools intended for our convenience, make finding places of quiet and stillness more difficult. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of a broken phone. 

Episode 40: Give it Another Try 31.08.2020 2:01 ↓

If something doesn't workout the first time, give it another try and trust the process of learning.

Episode 39: Slow Down to Observe 28.08.2020 2:59 ↓

In this episode, we talk about the power of slowing down to observe and connect with our family members.

Episode 38: When to Push and When to Back off Extracurricular Activities 24.08.2020 8:52 ↓

In this episode, we consider a few principles in knowing when to encourage a child to push through difficulties in their extracurricular activities or when to back off.

Episode 37: Control 20.08.2020 3:23 ↓

In this episode, we talk about focusing on what we can control.

Episode 36: Managing Technology 17.08.2020 5:04 ↓

In this episode, we talk about three steps to help manage technology use in the home.

Episode 35: Your Voice Matters 14.08.2020 3:34 ↓

In this episode we talk about the importance a parent's voice carries in conveying strength and hope in the family.

Episode 34: Advocating for Your Child's Medical Care 10.08.2020 7:06 ↓

In this episode we focus on navigating your role as an advocate in your child's medical care.

Episode 33: Focus on the Process of Learning 07.08.2020 6:23 ↓

In this episode, we focus on maintaining perspective and trusting our kids to learn when the circumstances around us aren't ideal.

Episode 32: Building an Active Family 03.08.2020 7:05 ↓

In this episode, we look at guiding principles for building an active family.

Episode 31: Focus on One Challenge at a Time 01.08.2020 2:34 ↓

In today's episode, we continue our focus on adapting to a new school year. We talk about the importance of tackling one challenge at a time.

Episode 30: Plan for the Unexpected 30.07.2020 3:25 ↓

In this episode, we continue our focus on preparing for a successful school year. We talk about the value of expecting bumps in road and the need to adapt.

Collaborating for Success 27.07.2020 4:49 ↓

In this episode, we talk about the importance of offering choices and collaborating with your kids as we start a new and different kind of school year.

Episode 28: It's Never Too Late 22.07.2020 2:18 ↓

This episode is a reminder that it's never too late to make a change and improve a relationship.

Episode 27: Bring the Calm 17.07.2020 6:53 ↓

In this episode, we talk about how to keep your calm when life is feeling chaotic. The examples focus on younger kiddos but the principles stay the same when interacting with our teens.

Episode 26: Look for the Small Moments 09.07.2020 3:32 ↓

In this episode, we talk about the value of small moments of connection during times of stress.

Episode 25: Summer Bucket List 07.07.2020 5:13 ↓

In this episode we talk about having kids create a summer bucket list to add some variety to your days.

Episode 24: Power of Availability 01.07.2020 4:18 ↓

We discuss the value of creating time and space to be available in our homes.