Embracing Your Season: Raising Littles and Understanding Teens with Paige Clingenpeel

In this final episode, Paige is joined by producer Mike as they reflect on how the podcast began, how it grew, and the moments—both joyful and difficult—that shaped the journey. Paige shares honestly about the Lord calling her to shift from doing to being , embracing rhythms over performance and trusting God with what comes next. Paige also reflects on meaningful conversations, favorite guests, an...

Paige Clingenpeel is joined by Leah Fruth—Live Well Health Coach, fitness instructor, and writer—for an honest conversation about motherhood, grief, and whole-person health. Leah shares how losing her mom while helping care for siblings and raising a young son deeply impacted her physical and emotional well-being. Together, they explore the biblical call to steward our bodies as a gift from God an...

*This episode contains adult themes and is not suitable for young listeners. How do we talk to our children about sexuality without fear, shame, or confusion? Paige Clingenpeel sits down with Elizabeth Urbanowicz—author, speaker, experienced educator, and founder of Foundation Worldview—for an in-depth conversation on teaching children biblical sexuality in a culture saturated with unbiblical mess...

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith—internal medicine physician, international speaker, CEO of Restorasis, author, and speaker—joins Paige for a meaningful conversation about identity, worth, and being created in the image of God. They discuss how understanding God’s character helps us recognize His reflection in our own lives and in our children. This insightful conversation also explores Sabbath as a gift...

Struggling with memories that keep replaying in your mind? In this episode, Paige and Producer Mike explain why rumination happens and how relabeling a memory can help your brain finally move forward. They talk through how to approach unresolved moments without shame and why curiosity is a powerful tool for healing. You’ll learn what it means to invite God into your memory, letting Him speak truth...

This year, what if Christmas became less about doing more and more about focusing on how God showed up? In this episode, Paige and Producer Mike look back on the traditions that shaped their childhood holidays and explore the pressures many families feel this time of year—from managing expectations to navigating travel and stress. They talk honestly about loneliness during the season, how to be in...

Parenting feels harder than ever—but what if spiritual grounding and simple, meaningful stories could reshape the way we show up for our kids? In this episode, Paige Clingenpeel sits down with Tricia Thornton, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist, to unpack the seven core principles from her book Beyond Blessed Parenting . Tricia shares practical wisdom on navigating tod...

f you’ve ever prayed, “Lord, give me strength as I raise these kids,” this episode will speak straight to your heart. In this episode, Paige and Daniah Greenberg unpack how deeply mothers need to rely on God each day as they disciple their children to know Him. Daniah highlights the honor Scripture gives to motherhood and reminds moms that their role in God’s Kingdom is deeply valuable. She encour...

In marriage, we’re called to fight for our covenant — not fuel the fire that threatens to burn it down. In this episode, Lindsey Maestas joins Paige to reveal how small distractions and temptations can slowly create distance between spouses, and how to guard your marriage with intention. She shares biblical guidance on communicating with compassion, releasing the need for control, and tackling pro...

Where does God’s goodness fit when we’re confronted with grief? How do we grapple with the command to “be of good cheer” (John 16:33) when life is a daily struggle? Today’s guest, Dr. Curt Thompson has made it his life’s work to understand how God sees us, knows us, loves us, and welcomes us into His arms, even in the midst of unimaginable grief. With great authenticity and vulnerability, Dr. Curt...

*Trigger Warning* This episode mentions complex psychological disorders, sexual abuse, sexual trauma, and other adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. In today’s episode of Embracing Your Season, Paige shares an interview from her recent trip to AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors) in Dallas, TX with Dr. Shannae Anderson. Dr. Shannae is a licensed clinical psychologist and is...

How can we as parents, step-parents, caregivers, leaders, and mentors, be a safe place for our kids to be able to talk to us about their biggest questions? On this week's episode of Embracing Your Season, host Paige Clingenpeel interviews Kara Powell, PHD as they discuss her book, 3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager. Kara is the chief of leadership formation and executive director of t...

So, what’s the difference between worry and anxiety?   Having lived with undiagnosed anxiety and depression for 36 years, Nichole Suvar felt like there was something inherently wrong with her. She loved her family, community, and work - and yet she still felt like the world might be better off without her in it. Listen in as author and intentional-living strategist Nichole shares with Paige the ti...

On this week's episode of Embracing Your Season with Paige Clingenpeel, author Gary Thomas joins Paige to discuss his book, Sacred Marriage . Married for over 40 years, Gary credits his devotion to loving his wife well to his faith in God. Recognizing that even the best marriages face challenging moments is key to a successful marriage! While no marriage is perfect, if we surrender our imperf...

“When I lay my burden down to Him, He takes it and releases me—and I can rest in His peace.” -Paige  Paige and producer Mike dive into the difference between a weekly Sabbath and a longer sabbatical, exploring why God cares deeply about our rest—and even commands it. Paige shares practical ways to pause intentionally, prioritize what truly matters, and trust God with the things left undone. She op...

Research shows a child’s worldview is largely formed by age 13, making these early years critical for shaping their hearts and minds. In this episode, Paige Clingenpeel sits down with Molly DeFrank—author, speaker, and mom of six—to talk about what today’s boys need to thrive. Molly shares practical ways moms can model a biblical worldview, create meaningful moments with their sons, and equip them...

Parenting today can feel overwhelming as families face loneliness, anxiety, depression, suicide, and bullying. In this episode, Paige talks with Dr. Eric Scalise, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Hope for the Heart, about his book The Care and Counsel Handbook and how parents can build a strong emotional and spiritual foundation for their kids. They discuss why deep relationships matter in...

Talking with kids about sickness, grief, and death is never easy—but it’s essential. In this episode, counselor and speaker Paige Clingenpeel joins producer Mike Segovia to share honest, practical ways parents can walk their children through these difficult moments. Paige opens up about her own health journey, the questions kids naturally ask, and how parents can give age-appropriate, hope-filled...

When life feels heavy and we’re worn down, the only true source of strength and confidence is God. In this episode of Embracing Your Season , Paige Clingenpeel talks with Amber Albee Swenson—wife, mom, speaker, and author of 13 books, including her latest The Key to Confidence: Where to Go When You Feel You’re Not Enough. Amber shares why our identity must be rooted in God rather than in ourselves...

Sending your young adult into the real world can feel both heartbreaking and heart-warming. In this episode, Dr. Jim Burns—author, speaker, and president of HomeWord—joins Paige Clingenpeel to share practical, faith-based wisdom for parents navigating this season. Together, they unpack the essential life skills kids need before leaving home, how to raise children toward greater responsibility with...

Whether your child is in elementary school or preparing to leave for college, this episode will encourage and equip you as a parent. Licensed counselor and host of Embracing Your Season , Paige Clingenpeel, shares practical wisdom on how to prepare your kids for the challenges they’ll face socially, emotionally, and mentally in the school year ahead. From navigating peer pressure, drugs, and alcoh...

Rise up, warrior—get up, wipe your tears, and go forth! Ready for powerful encouragement in your walk with Christ? Today, Paige Clingenpeel welcomes Myshel Wilkins—an American–Ghanaian worship leader, recording artist, speaker, and author of Arise, Shine, and Conquer: 40 Days of Courage for Women . In this powerful conversation, Myshel uncovers the lies women often believe about their worth, ident...

What do you do when the child you raised in the Christian faith walks away from it? In this powerful and hope-filled episode, Laine Lawson Craft—a Christian wife, mom, media host, speaker, and best-selling author—shares her raw journey of parenting three prodigal children. Through years of fear, rebellion, and spiritual battles, Laine learned to fight not against her children, but for them—through...

What if colic, sensory issues, or even ADHD had more to do with the nervous system than you realized? In this episode, Paige talks with Dr. Rachel Boggs—a wife, mom, and nervous-system-focused pediatric chiropractor—about how early stress and dysregulation can affect digestion, immunity, and behavior. Dr. Boggs explains how the body is designed to heal, why the nervous system forms before anything...

Are you craving connection but feel like your time is slipping away into scrolls and notifications? On this episode of Embracing Your Season , host Paige Clingenpeel is joined by Tara Sun—speaker, podcast host, and author of Surrender Your Story and the upcoming Overbooked and Overwhelmed . They dive into the struggle of staying present in a noisy world, especially as busy parents longing to grow...