What happens when the parenting approach you were told God requires doesn’t match the child God gave you?  It’s a question a lot of Christian parents inwardly carry, and it’s named out loud in this episode.  Host Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coaches Katie Johnson and Lyssa Stoyko to walk through the Connected Families Framework™ layer by layer. You’ll hear one family’s story of real change, plus two role-play scenarios that show what a different response sounds like in an ordinary moment at home.  Stay to the end. This episode closes with a tribute to Jim and Lynne Jackson as they step into their new roles as Founders Emeritus. Key Takeaways: Why obedience-first parenting leaves some families stuck, and where to go from there What’s happening underneath your child’s anger, and how to respond to it What the same hard moment sounds like before and after the Framework, through two role-plays Practical tools from the Coach and Correct levels of the Connected Families Framework Mentioned in this Podcast:  Connected Families Framework Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course cf community Upcoming Events with Lyssa Stoyko Leave a Review – Apple Podcasts or Spotify Isaiah 42:3 Philippians 1:6 Ephesians 4:22-24 2 Corinthians 10:5 James 1:27 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Lyssa Stoyko – As a foster and adoptive mom, Bible teacher, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, Lyssa Stoyko understands the beauty and complexity of raising children from hard places. She helps parents use a gospel-centered, brain and trauma-informed approach to strengthen connection and grow in grace-filled parenting. Lyssa also hosts the “Moms Take Ten”  podcast, encouraging moms to know God more deeply in the midst of motherhood. She is passionate about helping moms discover that parenting is less about knowing it all and more about knowing Jesus. She lives in Illinois with her husband, three children, and puppy. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families Not sure where to start? Many parents begin with Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart, a course that introduces the Connected Families Framework and the foundation for everything that follows. Explore this course

Three months, nearly 500 parents! One space where the questions get honest fast. In this 11-minute celebration episode, Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coach and cf community moderator Katie Johnson to share what has happened since the cf community opened in June. They walk through what’s inside and read real comments from members seeing their interactions with their kids change. If you have been walking through Connected Families content on your own, join us inside the cf community. God grows people in community, and this is what that looks like in 2026. Key Takeaways: Learn about what’s inside the cf community Discover why community changes what content alone cannot.  Hear the growth in members’ own words  Mentioned in this Podcast:  cf community Psalm 16:3 The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: As a former teacher-turned-homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach and cf community moderator, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families Join the cf community

New Course Now Available: Find Confidence in Crisis Today! If you have an angry child whose aggressive behaviors keep surfacing, it can be hard to know how to respond with both steadiness and care. In part two of this conversation, guest host Chad Hayenga is joined again by Connected Families coaches Lydia Rex and Katie Wetsell to offer practical support for parents navigating these kinds of behaviors. They explore how a thoughtful plan can help you respond rather than react. This includes inviting trusted supporters into your family’s care, recognizing early signs of stress, and adjusting for the right level of engagement. You’ll hear why calming your child’s nervous system comes before teaching, why practicing skills during low-stress moments matters, and how celebrating small signs of growth builds hope over time. If aggression is a frequent challenge in your home, the new Confidence in Crisis: Navigating Aggressive Behaviors mini-course was created to support you. For $28, Lydia and Katie guide you through a practical, faith-filled process that integrates the Connected Families Framework™, Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, and Nonviolent Resistance. You’ll create a personalized safety plan, learn research-informed strategies for difficult moments, and gain confidence that God can meet your family with grace and wisdom through hard things. Key Takeaways: Why inviting trusted supporters into your child’s growth can bring care, accountability, and connection Learn about the four levels of engagement Why practicing a plan in low-stress moments prepares your family for harder ones How noticing and affirming even small steps of growth can strengthen new skills over time Mentioned in this Podcast:  Confidence in Crisis online course NEW! Connected Families Parent Coaching ABC’s of Affirmation – Blog Post – Are You Unintentionally Encouraging Bad Behavior? Here’s How to Switch That The Table Monthly Giving Program Galatians 6:9 Psalm 46:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is the Director of Family Support for Bien Aimé (bee-ehn eh-MAY) Farm, where she works with families who have adopted children. She is a registered nurse, Connected Families certified parent coach, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner, and co-hosted the Sensitive and Intense Kids online course with Lynne Jackson. No stranger to the challenges of the parenting journey, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents through the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Minnesota, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. You can learn more about Lydia’s work at Bien Aimé Farm and get in touch at bienaimefarm.org.  Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE, an adaptation of Nonviolent Resistance, that helps parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families When big behaviors feel scary, you have real hope. In this mini-course, you’ll be equipped to handle aggressive behaviors with grace, confidence, and wisdom. Using practical, evidence-based tools alongside the Connected Families Framework™, you’ll come away with a personalized safety plan and the deep reassurance that God has equipped you for this. Get Equipped Today

New Course Now Available: Find Confidence in Crisis Today! When a child’s aggressive behavior fills your home, it can stir up intense feelings in you, too. In this mini-episode, Stacy Bellward, and Certified Parent Coaches Katie Johnson and Amy Nyvall offer a grace-filled starting point for parents facing intense emotional moments at home. Hear a hopeful perspective on what may be happening beneath a child’s anger. You’ll also find practical ways to prepare your own heart and body so you can bring greater calm, connection, and wisdom into difficult moments. Listen for practical encouragement rooted in God’s grace and the Connected Families Framework™. Key Takeaways: How to identify your own physical signs of stress How empathy can build safety and connection before correction Why small micro shifts in your response can shape a difficult moment Encouragement for looking beneath your child’s aggressive anger Mentioned in this Podcast:  cf community Confidence in Crisis: Navigating Aggressive Behaviors online course Proverbs 18:10 The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community and Co-op. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. You can even find her contributing to events on the CF Community in Mighty so you can interact with her there too.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families When big behaviors feel scary, you have real hope. In this mini-course, you’ll be equipped to handle aggressive behaviors with grace, confidence, and wisdom. Using practical, evidence-based tools alongside the Connected Families Framework™, you’ll come away with a personalized safety plan and the deep reassurance that God has equipped you for this. Get Equipped Today

New Course Now Available: Find Confidence in Crisis Today! When your child hits you, kicks you, or says something that takes your breath away, and a single thought takes over: I have to make this stop. In this honest conversation, host Chad Hayenga sits down with coaches Lydia Rex and Katie Wetsell to explore what’s really happening beneath a child’s aggressive behavior, and why the goal isn’t to fix it magically, but to become the steady, faith-filled presence your child needs in their hardest moments. What they share might just change the way you show up on the car ride home.  If this conversation hits home for you, there’s a next step made for exactly this. Lydia and Katie built a brand-new mini course, Confidence in the Crisis: Navigating Aggressive Behaviors, for parents who feel shaken by their child’s big behaviors. For just $28, they walk alongside you, weaving the Connected Families Framework™  together with Trust-Based Relational Intervention® and Nonviolent Resistance into one practical, faith-filled experience. You’ll leave with a personalized safety plan for your family, evidence-based strategies you can use right away, and deeper trust that God has equipped you for this very moment. With a plan, what once felt unsettling can become an opportunity to anchor your family in faith and grow closer through the hard things. Key Takeaways: What aggression really is, and the deeper emotions often driving it The physical and brain-body factors parents often overlook: sleep, nutrition, neurodivergence, pain, and more Why the Connected Families Framework still applies, even when bigger struggles are at play How to move from “I have to make this behavior stop” to “God has equipped me for this moment” Mentioned in this Podcast:  Confidence in Crisis online course NEW! 2 Timothy 1:7  Malachi 4:2  Psalm 4:4  Blog Post – Why Is My Child So Angry? The #1 Unexpected Reason & Practical Steps to Take The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is the Director of Family Support for Bien Aimé (bee-ehn eh-MAY) Farm, where she works with families who have adopted children. She is a registered nurse, Connected Families certified parent coach, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner, and co-hosted the Sensitive and Intense Kids online course with Lynne Jackson. No stranger to the challenges of the parenting journey, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents through the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Minnesota, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. You can learn more about Lydia’s work at Bien Aimé Farm and get in touch at bienaimefarm.org.  Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE, an adaptation of Non Violent Resistance, that helps parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families When big behaviors feel scary, you have real hope. In this mini-course, you’ll be equipped to handle aggressive behaviors with grace, confidence, and wisdom. Using practical, evidence-based tools alongside the Connected Families Framework™, you’ll come away with a personalized safety plan and the deep reassurance that God has equipped you for this. Get Equipped Today

Ready to start a small group this Fall? Explore Connected Families small groups here. The best parenting support often comes from something simple: walking alongside one another instead of carrying the hard moments on our own. That’s the heart of today’s conversation, as host Stacy Bellward sits down with Dr. Cindy Wilson (Director of Education, Equipping, and Research) and Lori Menekheim (Ministry Partnership Manager) to explore why growing in community makes such a difference. Whether you’re a parent craving encouragement, a friend wanting to gather a few neighbors, or a church leader hoping to support families well, there’s something here for you. Much of that community can grow through Connected Families small groups, and Cindy and Lori make the case for why this Fall is the time to start one. Along the way, they share their own journeys, share a story of one group’s transformation, and practical answers about the courses, registration, and the support leaders receive.  And if the thought of leading makes you nervous, they have good news: perfection isn’t the point. Transparency and a willingness to grow together are. As Fall approaches, consider whether God might be nudging you to gather a few parents and grow in grace, wisdom, and confidence together. Listen to the full episode for the encouragement and next steps to get started. Key Takeaways: Growth happens best in community, and walking alongside other parents builds wisdom, peace, and confidence on the hard days You don’t have to be an expert to lead. Your honest, imperfect moments are often what free others to grow Practical tips for starting a group of your own, from choosing a course to the support leaders receive from Connected Families Mentioned in this Podcast:  Connected Families Small Groups Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Training Program Ministry Partnership Program Virtual Small Groups Hosted by CF Coaches The Table Monthly Giving Program cf community Membership Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson is a CF-Certified Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in children & family ministry and academia. As Director of Education, Equipping, and Research for CF, she helps churches, schools, and other organizations use CF resources to equip and support families in their community. She is also helping collect data to show the impact of CF resources on parents and families. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of over 30 years. She has three adult children, one son-in-law, four grandchildren, and a farm full of animals. Lori Menikheim is a wife, mom of two strong-willed teenage girls, and Kids Ministry leader with over 15 years of experience. She is CF’s new Ministry Partnership Program Director, where she helps churches, schools, and other Christian organizations use CF resources to equip and support parents in their communities. When she discovered Connected Families, she finally found the language, tools, and hope to parent well and lead ministry well. Now she loves connecting with parents and ministry leaders who want to partner with God in reaching the next generation.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families Ready to bring parents together? Start a small group in your home, church, or community. Browse Small Group Courses

Have you ever felt like your child just doesn’t care about their bad grades on their report card, no matter how much you push, remind, or worry? In this audioblog, adapted from two of our blog posts, guest host Chad Hayenga closes out our four-week back-to-school series with one of the most freeing questions a parent can ask: “Whose problem is it, really?” Discover why pushing harder often backfires, how the 4 messages of the Connected Families Framework™ can break the anxiety-nagging cycle, and how to trade the role of manager for the hopeful role of mentor.  Key Takeaways: Discover the “anxiety-nagging cycle”  Learn how the 4 messages of the Connected Families Framework can breathe life back into a relationship strained by report-card tension Learn one simple question to ask yourself to free yourself to become your child’s encourager instead of manager Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post – Your Child’s Grades Don’t Matter (To You) Blog Post – Whose Problem Is It? Teaching Kids Responsibility Ep. 311 – Toddler Separation Anxiety: Why Does My Toddler Cry at Drop-Off? Connected Families Parenting Coaching The Table Monthly Giving Program Matthew 12:34 Philippians 3:3-4 Galatians 6:7 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

“I hate you!” When those words fly on the ride home after school, it’s easy to feel stuck. In this back-to-school season mini episode, host Stacy Bellward pulls back the curtain on a live cf community group coaching call, where Certified Parent Coaches Katie Johnson and Pam Bjerke work through one of the most common back-to-school challenges parents face. Get a taste of how walking a real parenting question through the Connected Families Framework™ can shift your whole perspective. Key Takeaways: Why your child’s behavior is a message, not the whole story.  How to model and offer language that honors others while staying true to how your child really feels.  What changes when you meet a hard moment with empathy and curiosity before correction. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Join – cf community Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Pam Bjerke – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: As a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, Pam Bjerke brings warmth, wisdom, and practical insight to every audience she serves. With experience speaking to diverse groups across the U.S., Haiti, and the Dominican Republic, she has led workshops and trainings for moms’ groups, adoptive and foster parents, trafficking survivors, schools, churches, teachers, and more, at both online and in-person events. Her goal is always the same: to offer grace-filled messages and actionable strategies grounded in the Connected Families Framework™ that participants can immediately apply at home or in the classroom. Pam is a licensed early childhood teacher and has training in TBRI, Conscious Discipline, and Interplay Play Therapy. She holds a certification in ARC Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Those tearful drop-offs at preschool can leave any parent feeling shaken or unsure of what to do next. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward reads one of our most popular blog posts as an audioblog, exploring what’s really happening beneath the surface of separation anxiety.  If you’ve ever navigated toddler separation anxiety, you’ll discover a new perspective on the hidden factors behind your child’s fears of drop-off, and how to help. Key Takeaways: Why crying at drop-off is often completely normal and can actually reflect healthy, solid attachment. Learn how several hidden factors can feed your child’s fear of separation, and understanding them changes how you respond. How a shift in your goal at drop-off can make all the difference Discover how your child’s sensitivities can become a source of confidence, joy, and compassion. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post – Help! My Anxious Child Cries When Dropped Off At Daycare Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life Online Course (also included in the cf community!)  Ep. 310 – Parenting a Neurodivergent Child: How to Advocate at School The Table Monthly Giving Program James 1:5 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

That sinking feeling when another teacher’s email arrives, listing everything your child did “wrong” again? If you’re parenting a neurodivergent child, you likely know this feeling well.  In this replay episode, host Stacy Bellward talks with Connected Families parent coaches Marni Love and Taylor Irby, two moms who’ve walked this road themselves. Together they talk about what it looks like to advocate for your child with grace and confidence. Through their honest stories and practical wisdom, they explore how a diagnosis can open doors to help, how to partner genuinely with teachers, and how connection can carry families through the hard parts.  In this episode, you’ll discover: Why releasing the family you imagined and embracing the child in front of you changes everything Practical strategies for setting your kids up to thrive at school What to include on a one-page advocacy sheet that helps teachers truly see your child How to build the support that your child needs, without doing it alone Whether you’re new to advocacy or years into the journey, this conversation offers wisdom, peace, and real confidence for the road ahead. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Focus is Fertilizer Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Grace & Truth for Moms Online Course Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Parent Coaching ABC’s of Affirmation Meet My Child Template Episode 309 – Should I Homeschool? Discerning What’s Best For Your Family Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 16 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. Marni is available for coaching and speaking. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com.  Taylor Irby is a mother to 5 kids, and she understands the struggles parents face. Every day she faces ADHD, autism, anxiety, developmental delays, and adoption trauma. She, too, has sat in the midst of challenges and searched the world for answers. Taylor read book after book and got excited over short-lived methods. That is when she hit the wall of desperation and sought parent coaching through Connected Families. Taylor ultimately became a coach through their training program to help others like her. She has seen transformation in her home by working with a framework that has changed not only her children’s behavior but their hearts as well. You are not alone on this parenting journey. There is hope, and you can enjoy your children, build that relationship you have wanted, and see behavior change. You can learn more about Taylor on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/taylor.irby.5 and Instagram @taylorirbycoaching  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Asking yourself, "Should I homeschool," this school year? It's a weighty question—and one you don't have to answer on your own. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward is joined by two Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and seasoned homeschooling moms, Marni Love and Amy Nyvall, who bring 16+ years of combined experience to this conversation. Rather than handing out a one-size-fits-all answer, Marni and Amy walk through the decision using the Connected Families Framework™. They tackle real questions submitted by the cf community and help you discern what’s best for your family!   Key Takeaways: The decision starts with you, not the curriculum.  Your educational gaps aren't a disqualifier. Every parent (and every school) has them.  Motivation is built, not demanded.  Your child isn't your report card. Homeschooling doesn't make you a better parent, and a hard day doesn't define you  Mentioned in this Podcast:  Romans 8:39 The Connected Families Framework Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course cf community Homeschool Discipline Online Course Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 16 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. Marni is available for coaching and speaking. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com.  Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community and Co-op. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. You can even find her contributing to events on the CF Community in Mighty so you can interact with here there too. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

We were never meant to walk the parenting journey alone. In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, host Cindy Wilson (Director of Education, Equipping, and Research at Connected Families) sits down with Crystal Wilson, the Director of Global Fundraising Strategy at Compassion International. Together, they explore the universal heartbeat of motherhood and the essential, life-giving power of Christian community.  If lonely motherhood has been weighing on you, and you're longing to build deeper, more authentic relationships right where you are, this conversation offers a beautiful reminder of how God wired us for connection, grace, and mutual support.  Key Takeaways: Discover the universal heart of parenthood from mothers around the world Learn practical steps to overcome isolation Discover powerful stories of how local churches worldwide are partnering with organizations to bring joy Mentioned in this Podcast:  Acts 2 Galatians 6:2 Matthew 16:18 Compassion International Compassion’s Survival Program Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Crystal Wilson is a dynamic leader whose life purpose is to serve the world's most vulnerable by connecting them with life-changing resources. She currently serves as Director of Global Fundraising Strategy at Compassion International, leading global and multicultural fundraising strategies fueled by her faith, entrepreneurial mindset, and passion for Christ. A graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Crystal spent 15 years in the automotive industry leading high-performing PR and marketing teams for major brands including Cadillac, Lincoln, and Nissan. Licensed to preach the gospel at age 24, she launched and led a young adult ministry for over five years under her father, Rev. Dr. David L. Roberson, Senior Pastor of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, and also served as Director of Children's Church at Life Changers International Church. She is a co-founder of THRIVE!, Compassion's Employee Resource Group that supports and empowers working mothers. Above all, Crystal's most treasured roles are wife to Cameron Wilson and mom to Cameron Ray (14) and Christian David (11). Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

As a self-described sensitive and intense mom raising two sensitive and intense daughters, Laura Way, Content Manager at Connected Families, wraps up our summertime conflict series with a powerful tool we use called Slow, Low, & Listen, which also applies easily when you have kids fighting in the next room! Drawing from Scripture, brain science, and her own kitchen-floor moments with her seven-year-old, Laura unpacks why our nervous systems get so easily hijacked by our children's big emotions and offers a practical, grace-filled path forward. You'll learn how slowing down, getting low, and listening can transform the way you enter into your kids' hard moments. Whether you're navigating sibling conflict, meltdowns, or daily chaos, this episode offers wisdom and tools to help you respond with the grace-filled presence you long to bring to your parenting. Key Takeaways: Why your calm has to come first—and how to find it when your child's emotions feel overwhelming The brain science behind why a screaming child can trigger the same response as real danger  What "Slow, Low, Listen" actually looks like in real life (with Laura's honest, in-the-moment examples) How to move from reacting at your child to responding with your child Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post - How to Break Habits of Harshness: Try Slow, Low, & Listen James 1:19–20  John 8:1-11 Sibling Conflict Online Course cf community Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Bickering. The escalating voices in the next room make you wonder whether to referee or run the other way. If sibling conflict has become the soundtrack of your home, you are so not alone, and this episode is for you! In week two of our Summertime Conflict series, host Stacy Bellward unpacks the heart of sibling squabbles and offers a refreshing reframe: those arguments happening between your kids right now? As a Christian parent, you have golden opportunities to raise lifelong peacemakers under your own roof. Whether you’re parenting toddlers or teens locked in a week-long standoff, you’ll walk away with wisdom, hope, and tangible tools to pursue peace in your family. Listen in! Key Takeaways: Gain insight into when to step into your kids’ squabbles From questions to role-playing, discover practical ways to enter into the heat of the moment with your kids How learning true reconciliation points us to Christ Our Episode Sponsor Today’s episode is brought to you by David Richter, owner of SimpleCFO and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We’re grateful for David’s sponsorship, which helps make these conversations possible for families everywhere. You can find more information on his website https://simplecfo.com/. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Ephesians 4:32 Matthew 5:9 Sibling Conflict Online Course cf community Episode 305 – Helping Siblings Make Up After A “Fight” Trash, Truth, Treasure Online Course Calming Strategies PDF The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

What if the goal of your kids’ fighting wasn’t silence, but restored hearts? Most parents want the bickering to stop. But what if helping siblings make up after a fight was actually an invitation? An opportunity to show your kids a glimpse of the gospel itself, where broken relationships are made new, and joy is rediscovered on the other side of hard moments. In today’s replay episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson (Co-founders of Connected Families) join host Stacy Bellward for a rich, hope-filled conversation about building the value of restoration in your home. Drawing from Scripture and decades of personal experience, Jim and Lynne paint a beautiful picture of what’s possible when parents shift from solving conflict to restoring relationships. Key Takeaways: How to develop a value of reconciliation rooted in Christ Why modeling restoration in your own relationships (marriage, friendships, even with your own parents) is the most powerful teacher Practical, lighthearted ways to guide kids through conflict How to prepare your kids outside of conflict Age-appropriate ways to celebrate restored hearts  Our Episode Sponsor Today’s episode is brought to you by David Richter, owner of SimpleCFO and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We’re grateful for David’s sponsorship, which helps make these conversations possible for families everywhere. You can find more information on his website https://simplecfo.com/. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Galatians 6:1 Matthew 5:23-24 Book of John Episode 139 – How to Help Kids Stop Fighting All The Time Book – Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Sibling Conflict Online Course cf community Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Father’s Day can stir up a lot for dads. For some, it’s breakfast in bed and handmade cards. For others, it’s a quiet moment of reflection: Am I really the dad I want to be? In this special Father’s Day episode, guest host and Director of Development, Chad Hayenga, sits down with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches David Cervenka and Joe Dewey for an honest, encouraging conversation about what it looks like to stay calm as dads, especially when things get challenging at home.  Together, they share real stories from their own parenting journeys, and share the kind of wisdom that comes from walking the same journey many of you may be on. If you’re a dad who sometimes wonders if you’re getting it right, this episode is for you. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to keep showing up, and our loving God, who redeems the lives of His servants (Psalm 34:22), is in the business of redeeming our parenting moments, too.  Key Takeaways: Hear why your presence matters more than your performance  Learn how to do a quick self-inventory, because a dysregulated parent can’t help a dysregulated child  Shift your intensity from correction toward connection, encouragement, and coaching God is in the business of redemption Our Episode Sponsor Today’s episode is brought to you by David Richter, owner of SimpleCFO and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We’re grateful for David’s sponsorship, which helps make these conversations possible for families everywhere. You can find more information on his website https://simplecfo.com/. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Psalm 34: 22 1 Thessalonians 2:11–12  Book – Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Connected Families Parent Coaching Just for Dads – Included in the Free Learning Library The cf community The Table Monthly Giving Program  Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Joe Dewey is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him into a leader who leads with solutions. Whether in ministry or parenting, he finds clarity amid complexity, providing win-win solutions. David Cervenka is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and loves helping people connect with God’s heart. He has found that the Connected Families framework has deeply impacted his own relationship with the Lord. He has almost twenty years of experience in mentoring and coaching ministry leaders in spiritual and family rhythms. David lives in Texas with his wife, Danielle, and their children. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Ever wished you could pull up a chair with seasoned parent coaches and ask your most pressing questions? Whether you’re in the midst of bedtime challenges or working through sibling competition, host Stacy Bellward invites listeners into a real taste of what’s happening inside the new cf community. Katie Johnson, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and dedicated cf community moderator, is joined by fellow certified coaches Jared Kingry and Bekah Idle for a conversation about two real questions that parents submitted in the community! This episode is a heartfelt reminder that you’re not alone, there’s no silver bullet, and growth happens through hard moments, not around them. Press play to listen in, and when you’re ready for more, the door to the cf community is wide open. Key Takeaways: A behind-the-scenes look at the new cf community How to reframe competition as an opportunity for connection Discover three practical bedtime strategies The power of speaking identity statements over your children Mentioned in this Podcast: Join the cf community! Free Learning Library Book – Domestic Monastery by Ronald Rolheiser Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table Jared Kingry – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Bekah Idle – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach What we loved from the podcast: “What’s most important is not that I get it right all the time, but that I can stay regulated… “ — Jared Kingry Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: As a former teacher-turned-homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers. Jared Kingry is a youth pastor, husband, and father of three, bringing both personal and professional perspectives to parenthood. With over a decade in youth ministry, he’s walked alongside families through the challenges and joys of doing life together. He has worked to expand his church’s ministry to include parent coaching that supports discipleship at home, offering a holistic approach that integrates faith, love, and compassion into every aspect of parenting. As a mom of 6 kids (biological and foster), Bekah Idle is a Certified Parent Coach with Connected Families. She walks alongside parents who are ready to move from frustration to fruitfulness. Through years in ministry, homeschool co-ops, and children’s theater, she’s seen it again and again: kids thrive when they feel connected, understood, and deeply loved. She encourages parents with this: You CAN raise wise, confident, connected kids—and ENJOY doing it. 🏡 Ready to Take a Seat in the cf community? This episode is your personal invitation. If anything shared today resonated, if you felt that quiet “yes, I need that” while you listened — we’d love to welcome you in. The cf community is open and ready for you, with coach-led conversations, faith-anchored courses, and parents from around the world walking this road right alongside you. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

What if the goal of your kids’ fighting wasn’t silence, but restored hearts? Most parents want the bickering to stop. But what if helping siblings make up after a fight was actually an invitation? An opportunity to show your kids a glimpse of the gospel itself, where broken relationships are made new, and joy is rediscovered on the other side of hard moments. In today’s replay episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson (Co-founders of Connected Families) join host Stacy Bellward for a rich, hope-filled conversation about building the value of restoration in your home. Drawing from Scripture and decades of personal experience, Jim and Lynne paint a beautiful picture of what’s possible when parents shift from solving conflict to restoring relationships. Key Takeaways: How to develop a value of reconciliation rooted in Christ Why modeling restoration in your own relationships (marriage, friendships, even with your own parents) is the most powerful teacher Practical, lighthearted ways to guide kids through conflict How to prepare your kids outside of conflict Age-appropriate ways to celebrate restored hearts  Our Episode Sponsor Today’s episode is brought to you by David Richter, owner of SimpleCFO and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We’re grateful for David’s sponsorship, which helps make these conversations possible for families everywhere. You can find more information on his website https://simplecfo.com/. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Galatians 6:1 Matthew 5:23-24 Book of John Episode 139 – How to Help Kids Stop Fighting All The Time Book – Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Sibling Conflict Online Course cf community Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Father’s Day can stir up a lot for dads. For some, it’s breakfast in bed and handmade cards. For others, it’s a quiet moment of reflection: Am I really the dad I want to be? In this special Father’s Day episode, guest host and Director of Development, Chad Hayenga, sits down with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches David Cervenka and Joe Dewey for an honest, encouraging conversation about what it looks like to stay calm as dads, especially when things get challenging at home.  Together, they share real stories from their own parenting journeys, and share the kind of wisdom that comes from walking the same journey many of you may be on. If you’re a dad who sometimes wonders if you’re getting it right, this episode is for you. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to keep showing up, and our loving God, who redeems the lives of His servants (Psalm 34:22), is in the business of redeeming our parenting moments, too.  Key Takeaways: Hear why your presence matters more than your performance  Learn how to do a quick self-inventory, because a dysregulated parent can’t help a dysregulated child  Shift your intensity from correction toward connection, encouragement, and coaching God is in the business of redemption Our Episode Sponsor Today’s episode is brought to you by David Richter, owner of SimpleCFO and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We’re grateful for David’s sponsorship, which helps make these conversations possible for families everywhere. You can find more information on his website https://simplecfo.com/. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Psalm 34: 22 1 Thessalonians 2:11–12  Book – Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Connected Families Parent Coaching Just for Dads – Included in the Free Learning Library The cf community The Table Monthly Giving Program  Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Joe Dewey is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him into a leader who leads with solutions. Whether in ministry or parenting, he finds clarity amid complexity, providing win-win solutions. David Cervenka is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and loves helping people connect with God’s heart. He has found that the Connected Families framework has deeply impacted his own relationship with the Lord. He has almost twenty years of experience in mentoring and coaching ministry leaders in spiritual and family rhythms. David lives in Texas with his wife, Danielle, and their children. Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

Ever wished you could pull up a chair with seasoned parent coaches and ask your most pressing questions? Whether you’re in the midst of bedtime challenges or working through sibling competition, host Stacy Bellward invites listeners into a real taste of what’s happening inside the new cf community. Katie Johnson, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and dedicated cf community moderator, is joined by fellow certified coaches Jared Kingry and Bekah Idle for a conversation about two real questions that parents submitted in the community! This episode is a heartfelt reminder that you’re not alone, there’s no silver bullet, and growth happens through hard moments, not around them. Press play to listen in, and when you’re ready for more, the door to the cf community is wide open. Key Takeaways: A behind-the-scenes look at the new cf community How to reframe competition as an opportunity for connection Discover three practical bedtime strategies The power of speaking identity statements over your children Mentioned in this Podcast: Join the cf community! Free Learning Library Book – Domestic Monastery by Ronald Rolheiser Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table Jared Kingry – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Bekah Idle – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach What we loved from the podcast: “What’s most important is not that I get it right all the time, but that I can stay regulated… “ — Jared Kingry Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: As a former teacher-turned-homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers. Jared Kingry is a youth pastor, husband, and father of three, bringing both personal and professional perspectives to parenthood. With over a decade in youth ministry, he’s walked alongside families through the challenges and joys of doing life together. He has worked to expand his church’s ministry to include parent coaching that supports discipleship at home, offering a holistic approach that integrates faith, love, and compassion into every aspect of parenting. As a mom of 6 kids (biological and foster), Bekah Idle is a Certified Parent Coach with Connected Families. She walks alongside parents who are ready to move from frustration to fruitfulness. Through years in ministry, homeschool co-ops, and children’s theater, she’s seen it again and again: kids thrive when they feel connected, understood, and deeply loved. She encourages parents with this: You CAN raise wise, confident, connected kids—and ENJOY doing it. 🏡 Ready to Take a Seat in the cf community? This episode is your personal invitation. If anything shared today resonated, if you felt that quiet “yes, I need that” while you listened — we’d love to welcome you in. The cf community is open and ready for you, with coach-led conversations, faith-anchored courses, and parents from around the world walking this road right alongside you. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

In this special episode, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Katie Johnson, Connected Families’ new Community Engagement Manager, Certified Parent Coach, and former educator, to unveil something brand new: the cf community! A place where you’re not parenting alone. After years of watching the Connected Families Framework™ transform households, the team noticed one consistent truth: parents grow faster when they’re not parenting alone. The cf community is designed to be that “people in your corner” space. A faith-anchored, research-informed gathering place where parents can slow down, reflect, ask hard questions, and celebrate small wins alongside a coach and like-minded community. Stacy and Katie walk through what’s inside, who it’s for, and the deep biblical why behind this new chapter of the ministry. Whether you’re a grandparent helping raise grandkids, a parent in a particularly hard season, or someone simply hungry to keep growing, this episode is an invitation to find a resting place for your parenting journey. Key Takeaways: Growth happens in community, not isolation.  Learn about what’s inside the cf community! Join others from around the world. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Join the cf community today!  Philippians 1:6 2 Peter 3:18 Episode 289 – Teaching Kids Responsibility Without Nagging  Episode 213 – The Art of Blessing Your Kids  Episode 139 – Helping With Sibling Conflict When Kids Fight All the Time  Heard in the cf community When Katie shared a post from a mom who had just experienced a profound mindset shift inside the community: “I’m working through Grace and Truth for Moms, and today’s lesson was so impactful. What a mindset shift from ‘it’s my job to get my kids to obey’ to ‘it’s my job to parent wisely.'” Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: As a former teacher-turned-homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers.  🏡 Ready to Take a Seat in the cf community? This episode is your personal invitation. If anything Katie or Stacy shared today resonated, if you felt that quiet “yes, I need that” while you listened, we’d love to welcome you in. The cf community is open and ready for you, with coach-led conversations, faith-anchored courses, and parents from around the world walking this road right alongside you. 👉 Join the cf community today Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents find shows like this one.This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2026 Connected Families

What if your church’s parent ministry became the place families pointed to and said, “That’s where everything changed for us”? In this eye-opening episode, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Dr. Cindy Wilson, Connected Families Director of Education, Equipping, and Research, and Joe Dewey, Connected Families Director of Operations, two people who are also living out our Ministry Partnership Program inside their own churches. They pull back the curtain on what it really looks like when a church goes “all in” on equipping parents, the surprising cultural shifts that happen, and the simple first steps any ministry leader can take. Whether you’re a parent who wishes your church offered something deeper, a children’s ministry director hungry for trusted resources, or a school administrator searching for a unifying framework, this conversation will give you both the vision and the practical roadmap. Press play and discover how your church or school can become a place where families don’t just survive parenting, they thrive through it. Key Takeaways: Every church needs a parenting champion. Transformation starts with one person willing to step up Consistency beats one-off events The Connected Families Framework™ works across every context. Churches, schools, foster/adoptive agencies, counseling centers, and even equine therapy ministries are using it When teachers, volunteers, and parents all speak the same language, kids hear the same heart-shaping messages Mentioned in this Podcast: Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program   Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Small Group Sensitive and Intense Kids Online Course The Power of Questions Online Course Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Workshop  The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson is a CF-Certified Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in children & family ministry and academia. As Director of Education, Equipping, and Research for CF, she helps churches, schools, and other organizations use CF resources to equip and support families in their community. She is also helping collect data to show the impact of CF resources on parents and families. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of over 30 years. She has three adult children, one son-in-law, four grandchildren, and a farm full of animals. Joe Dewey is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has served as Connected Families Operations Director for the past year and is on the ministry’s leadership team. He is the husband of Courtney, who is also a Certified Parent Coach, and together they have awesome kids. © 2026 Connected Families

You crawl into bed exhausted, but your brain won’t stop spinning. The to-do list. The moment you wish you’d handled differently. The worry you can’t quite name. There’s a term for what you’re carrying: the mental load of motherhood, and you weren’t meant to carry it alone. In this conversation, host Stacy Bellward sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Heidi Mortenson to unpack what the mental load actually is, why it’s often rooted in lies rather than tasks, and how inviting Jesus into those quiet, exhausting spaces can change everything. Heidi shares her personal journey of surrender and how the Holy Spirit transformed her marriage, her work, and her parenting. Whether it’s Mother’s Day, an ordinary Tuesday, or 11 pm and you can’t sleep, this episode is a warm encouragement for every mom carrying more than she was meant to carry. In this episode, you’ll discover: What the mental load of motherhood really is, and why it’s often lies, not just tasks How thoughts fuel feelings and behaviors (and how the Holy Spirit breaks the cycle) Why speaking God’s truth out loud actually builds new neural pathways The Numbers 6 picture that changes how you see yourself as a mom One question to ask when your brain won’t stop spinning A moment we couldn’t stop thinking about: “Jesus doesn’t just love you. He likes you.” Let that calm your soul, Mom. Mentioned in this Podcast: The Table – Connected Families Monthly Giving Program Grace & Truth for Moms Online Course Website – HeidiMortenson.com Book – The Brave Encourager by Heidi Mortenson Podcast – Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast 2 Corinthians 10:5  Matthew 11:28-29  Numbers 6:23-26  Romans 12:2  Ephesians 1  The Immanuel Approach Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Heidi Mortenson is a coach and consultant for businesses, leaders, and churches. Having built a mental health practice herself, she understands the ups and downs of balancing personal and business. She is the host of the Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast and the author of the book The Brave Encourager. She speaks on various topics such as identity, parenting, mental health, and leadership. She lives with her husband and three children in Minnesota, where they spend a lot of time at the hockey rink. You can find out more about Heidi at www.heidimortenson.com. © 2026 Connected Families

May is National Foster Care Month! For today’s episode, we’ve invited author Jamie Finn to help us discover how faith and foster care are deeply connected. Jamie Finn opens up about the surprising realities that reshaped her family’s mission. You’ll hear what truly sustains foster families through their hardest seasons. Listen in for practical wisdom that applies whether you foster yourself or simply want to love foster families well. Key Takeaways: Trauma reshapes the brain. Regulated parents create safety for dysregulated children Foster families thrive when their community refuses to look away Following Jesus leads us toward discomfort, not away Mentioned in this Podcast: Ebook – What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity https://www.instagram.com/fosterthefamilyblog/ https://www.fosterthefamily.org/ https://www.filledretreat.com/ https://www.filledtogether.com/ Book – Foster the Family by Jamie Finn Book – Filled: 60 Devotions for the Foster Parent’s Heart by Jamie Finn Book – God Loves Kids: A Gospel-Centered Book About Foster Care by Jamie Finn Podcast – A Parenting Framework for Adoption and Fostering? Yes! | Ep. 157 Podcast – Parenting Adopted Children: Building Connection After Trauma | Ep. 272 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Jamie C. Finn is the author of the bestselling book, Foster the Family, as well as Filled: 60 Devotions for the Foster Parent’s Heart, and a new children’s book, God Loves Kids: A Gospel-Centered Book About Foster Care. She is the founder and President of Foster the Family and founder of the Filled Gathering. She uses her social media accounts to offer a glimpse into the real life of a foster parent and provide encouragement to tens of thousands of foster and adoptive parents. Jamie is the mother to 7 children through foster care, adoption, and birth. She lives in Sicklerville, New Jersey, with her husband, Alan. © 2026 Connected Families

Does your child often wake up with a grumpy morning attitude — cranky, overwhelmed, or melting down before the day even begins? You’re in the right place. In this audioblog episode, the final installment in our Sensitive & Intense Kids series, you’ll hear practical, sensory-smart strategies rooted in the Connected Families Framework™  for turning a grumpy morning into a calmer start for the whole family. You’ll walk away encouraged to meet your child with grace, compassion, and understanding, even on the hardest mornings. Key Takeaways: Morning meltdowns signal sensory overwhelm, not bad behavior. Simple, playful ideas for how to help your child regulate in the morning Ways to work with your child’s sensitivity and not against it. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post – Morning Sensory Dysregulation’ Resource – 7 Practical Calming Strategies for Kids Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Webinar – May 6! Lamentations 3:22-23 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! You’ve seen what the Connected Families Framework can do. What if you could bring that to other families? Join us on May 6 at 12:30 pm CTS for a free one-hour informational webinar on becoming a CF Certified Parent Coach. No pressure. Just real information to help you take your next step. Reserve your spot today! Can’t make it live? A recording will be available through May 14. © 2026 Connected Families

Ever feel stuck when your child’s big emotions take over, and nothing seems to help? In this audioblog episode, host Stacy Bellward adapts one of our most-downloaded blogs for listeners: 50 Self-Regulation Activities to Empower Your Child to Calm. She’ll walk you through the essential difference between self-regulation and emotional regulation for kids. Learn practical sensory strategies, hear real family stories, and discover how to help your child move from meltdown to meaningful conversations. Whether you’re parenting a toddler or a teen, you’ll walk away with fresh confidence and a toolkit of calming activities you can start using today. Key Takeaways: Self-regulation calms the body; emotional regulation processes the feelings Learn how movement helps to use up the fight or flight chemicals in the brain Modeling calming strategies is a great first step before inviting your child to join Learn tips for building self-regulation motivation in your child Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog Post – 50 Self-Regulation Activities to Empower Your Child to Calm Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Book – Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman Book – Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman Proverbs 14:29 Psalm 131:2 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 Proverbs 15:18 Anne Lane, PhD Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! You’ve seen what the Connected Families Framework can do. What if you could bring that to other families? Join us on May 6 at 12:30 pm CTS for a free one-hour informational webinar on becoming a CF Certified Parent Coach. No pressure. Just real information to help you take your next step. Reserve your spot today! Can’t make it live? A recording will be available through May 14. © 2026 Connected Families

Does your child melt down over clothing tags, loud noises, or unexpected changes? You’re not alone, and you’re not failing as a parent. In this audioblog episode, Stacy continues our four-week series on sensitive and intense kids with a compassionate, research-informed look at what’s really happening beneath the surface of your highly sensitive kids and their big reactions. Learn how you can respond with grace, empathy, and confidence. Key Takeaways:  Sensitivity is real, measurable, and valid  Curiosity opens doors empathy can walk through  Your calm presence regulates your child’s nervous system  Empathy reflects the heart of Jesus to your child  Intensity today can become purpose tomorrow Mentioned in this Podcast:  Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Episode 195 – Strengths and Weaknesses: What a Child’s Misbehavior Tells Us Blog Post – 3 Unexpected Parenting Strategies to Help Your Highly Sensitive Child Thrive Hebrews 4:15-16 Romans 8:31 Psalm 139:14 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! You’ve seen what the Connected Families Framework can do. What if you could bring that to other families? Join us on May 6 at 12:30 pm CTS for a free one-hour informational webinar on becoming a CF Certified Parent Coach. No pressure. Just real information to help you take your next step. Reserve your spot today! Can’t make it live? A recording will be available through May 14. © 2026 Connected Families

In this episode, we unpack the surprising reasons why some children experience the world more intensely than others, and why their big emotions are rarely about what they seem to be about. You’ll discover a reframe that just might change the way you see your child’s most challenging moments, including a simple but powerful analogy that explains why your child can hold it together all day and then completely fall apart the moment they walk through your door. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, confused, or just desperate to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface of your child’s behavior, this episode offers the compassionate insight and practical perspective you’ve been looking for. Key Takeaways: Anxiety often hides behind anger. Connection calms a stressed nervous system. Small triggers carry big invisible weight Compassion begins with understanding the “why” Mentioned in this Podcast: Sensitive & Intense Online Course The Table Monthly Giving Program Rocks in the Backpack Video Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents, encouraging and bringing hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into brain science to equip parents and caregivers better. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. Lydia Rex is a registered nurse, wife, and mother of two, and has worked with families in many capacities throughout her career and personal life. She’s been a student of Connected Families since 2014 and continues to find it incredibly life-giving for her own family. Areas of her experience/special interest include foster care and adoption, attachment difficulties, developmental and learning disabilities, including FASD. She brings a trauma-informed perspective to the Connected Families Framework and the desire to see families find peace and healing even in the midst of challenges! You’ve seen what the Connected Families Framework can do. What if you could bring that to other families? Join us on May 6 at 12:30 pm CTS for a free one-hour informational webinar on becoming a CF Certified Parent Coach. No pressure. Just real information to help you take your next step. Reserve your spot today! Can’t make it live? A recording will be available through May 14. © 2026 Connected Families

In this episode, we unpack the surprising reasons why some children experience the world more intensely than others, and why their big emotions are rarely about what they seem to be about. You’ll discover a reframe that just might change the way you see your child’s most challenging moments, including a simple but powerful analogy that explains why your child can hold it together all day and then completely fall apart the moment they walk through your door. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, confused, or just desperate to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface of your child’s behavior, this episode offers the compassionate insight and practical perspective you’ve been looking for. Key Takeaways: Anxiety often hides behind anger. Connection calms a stressed nervous system. Small triggers carry big invisible weight Compassion begins with understanding the “why” Mentioned in this Podcast: Sensitive & Intense Online Course The Table Monthly Giving Program Rocks in the Backpack Video Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents, encouraging and bringing hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into brain science to equip parents and caregivers better. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. Lydia Rex is a registered nurse, wife, and mother of two, and has worked with families in many capacities throughout her career and personal life. She’s been a student of Connected Families since 2014 and continues to find it incredibly life-giving for her own family. Areas of her experience/special interest include foster care and adoption, attachment difficulties, developmental and learning disabilities, including FASD. She brings a trauma-informed perspective to the Connected Families Framework and the desire to see families find peace and healing even in the midst of challenges! You’ve seen what the Connected Families Framework can do. What if you could bring that to other families? Join us on May 6 at 12:30 pm CTS for a free one-hour informational webinar on becoming a CF Certified Parent Coach. No pressure. Just real information to help you take your next step. Reserve your spot today! Can’t make it live? A recording will be available through May 14. © 2026 Connected Families .stk-cf6a95f {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-cf6a95f-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-cf6a95f-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-cf6a95f-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-cf6a95f .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-7a41d3e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7a41d3e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-7a41d3e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-4080859 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-4080859 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-4080859 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4080859 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is parenting so hard?” this episode is for you. In this deeply personal and practical episode, Connected Families co-founder Lynne Jackson opens up about her own journey from organized perfectionist to overwhelmed mom of three. Lynne introduces the foundational layer of the Connected Families Framework, exploring three mental habits that quietly set parents up for toxic, lie-based thinking. Learn how to overcome them and transform your home. Key Takeaways: Asking yourself, “What’s going on in me?” can be a helpful question that can transform your parenting Extreme thinking, perfectionism, and catastrophizing are all unhelpful thought patterns that feed anxiety, not connection God’s truth transforms families from the inside out Mentioned in this Podcast: Build what comes next!  Book – Tired of Trying to Measure Up by Jeff VanVonderen Matthew 12:34 Ephesians 4:15 The Connected Families Framework Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents, encouraging and bringing hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to equip parents and caregivers better. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2026 Connected Families

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is parenting so hard?” this episode is for you. In this deeply personal and practical episode, Connected Families co-founder Lynne Jackson opens up about her own journey from organized perfectionist to overwhelmed mom of three. Lynne introduces the foundational layer of the Connected Families Framework, exploring three mental habits that quietly set parents up for toxic, lie-based thinking. Learn how to overcome them and transform your home. Key Takeaways: Asking yourself, “What’s going on in me?” can be a helpful question that can transform your parenting Extreme thinking, perfectionism, and catastrophizing are all unhelpful thought patterns that feed anxiety, not connection God’s truth transforms families from the inside out Mentioned in this Podcast: Build what comes next!  Book – Tired of Trying to Measure Up by Jeff VanVonderen Matthew 12:34 Ephesians 4:15 The Connected Families Framework Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents, encouraging and bringing hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to equip parents and caregivers better. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2026 Connected Families

What we believe about ourselves shapes how we parent, for better or worse. In this opening episode of the Grace and Truth for Every Parent series, host Stacy Bellward talks with Connected Families’ Content Manager, Laura Way, about the beliefs that quietly keep parents stuck. Laura shares her own journey, including a pivotal moment with CF co-founder Lynne Jackson that helped her trade a crushing lie for a grace-filled truth that transformed her parenting. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like a bad mom or like you’re just not enough, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: Your weaknesses can become your greatest parenting strength. Parenting surfaces the beliefs you didn’t know existed. Receive God’s grace first, then pass it on. You are loved far beyond your best behavior. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post – 5 Lies That Keep Parents Stuck (And the Biblical Truths That Set You Free) Give – Grace & Truth for EVERY Parent!  5 Lies That Keep Parents Stuck PDF Resources Grace and Truth for Moms Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Trash Truth Treasure Online Course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Laura Way serves as the host for The Table, Connected Families’ monthly donor program, and as the Content Manager. She first found Connected Families as a young discouraged mom, living overseas with her family from 2014-2019. She lives with her husband, Aubrey, and their two vibrant and Sensitive and Intense daughters in Orlando, FL.  © 2026 Connected Families

What we believe about ourselves shapes how we parent, for better or worse. In this opening episode of the Grace and Truth for Every Parent series, host Stacy Bellward talks with Connected Families’ Content Manager, Laura Way, about the beliefs that quietly keep parents stuck. Laura shares her own journey, including a pivotal moment with CF co-founder Lynne Jackson that helped her trade a crushing lie for a grace-filled truth that transformed her parenting. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like a bad mom or like you’re just not enough, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: Your weaknesses can become your greatest parenting strength. Parenting surfaces the beliefs you didn’t know existed. Receive God’s grace first, then pass it on. You are loved far beyond your best behavior. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Blog Post – 5 Lies That Keep Parents Stuck (And the Biblical Truths That Set You Free) Give – Grace & Truth for EVERY Parent!  5 Lies That Keep Parents Stuck PDF Resources Grace and Truth for Moms Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Trash Truth Treasure Online Course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Laura Way serves as the host for The Table, Connected Families’ monthly donor program, and as the Content Manager. She first found Connected Families as a young discouraged mom, living overseas with her family from 2014-2019. She lives with her husband, Aubrey, and their two vibrant and Sensitive and Intense daughters in Orlando, FL.  © 2026 Connected Families

What if family meetings for kids can be as simple as a weekly gathering with snacks and a game? In this warm and practical episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coaches Corrie and Alan Thetford to unpack the transformative power of intentional family meetings. Spoiler: no gavel required. Key Takeaways: Nagging builds dependence; meetings build responsibility Fun snacks and games to help connection grow ‘Practice time’ prevents reactive ‘game-time’ chaos Kids can solve problems better than parents expect Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course Free Resource – Family Meeting PDF Connected Families Parent Coaching The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Alan and Corrie have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. © 2026 Connected Families

What if family meetings for kids can be as simple as a weekly gathering with snacks and a game? In this warm and practical episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coaches Corrie and Alan Thetford to unpack the transformative power of intentional family meetings. Spoiler: no gavel required. Key Takeaways: Nagging builds dependence; meetings build responsibility Fun snacks and games to help connection grow ‘Practice time’ prevents reactive ‘game-time’ chaos Kids can solve problems better than parents expect Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course Free Resource – Family Meeting PDF Connected Families Parent Coaching The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Alan and Corrie have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. © 2026 Connected Families .stk-aa48b45-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-aa48b45{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-aa48b45-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-aa48b45-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-aa48b45 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-aa48b45 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-6f6b9fa .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-edba61d .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-0e03157 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-0e03157 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-66f8236 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-66f8236 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-66f8236 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-66f8236 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Every parent knows the feeling: you need the dishes done, the toys picked up, or the laundry folded… and your child is nowhere near motivated to help. What if the key to raising genuinely responsible kids isn’t about enforcing compliance, but about understanding what actually drives motivation from the inside out? In this mini-episode, host Stacy Bellward chats with Katie Wetsell, pediatric nurse turned Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, to explore the brain science and research behind growing responsibility in children. Learn some practical, grace-filled tools you can start using today! Key Takeaways: Motivation can be complicated for all of us, because we are human Learn how building kids up in the short term can help with long-term goals of raising capable, responsible adults  Learn about the three pillars of self-directed motivation Mentioned in this Podcast:  The Power of Questions Online Course The Entitlement Fix Online Course Blog Post – Want to Know Your Child’s Strengths? Blog Post – Help! How On Earth Do I Get My Kids to Do Chores? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach © 2026 Connected Families

Every parent knows the feeling: you need the dishes done, the toys picked up, or the laundry folded… and your child is nowhere near motivated to help. What if the key to raising genuinely responsible kids isn’t about enforcing compliance, but about understanding what actually drives motivation from the inside out? In this mini-episode, host Stacy Bellward chats with Katie Wetsell, pediatric nurse turned Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, to explore the brain science and research behind growing responsibility in children. Learn some practical, grace-filled tools you can start using today! Key Takeaways: Motivation can be complicated for all of us, because we are human Learn how building kids up in the short term can help with long-term goals of raising capable, responsible adults  Learn about the three pillars of self-directed motivation Mentioned in this Podcast:  The Power of Questions Online Course The Entitlement Fix Online Course Blog Post – Want to Know Your Child’s Strengths? Blog Post – Help! How On Earth Do I Get My Kids to Do Chores? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach © 2026 Connected Families .stk-p9jynec-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-p9jynec{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-p9jynec-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-p9jynec-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-p9jynec .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-p9jynec .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-yxqj8xe .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-kkdxxbf .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-c8ug1yx .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-c8ug1yx .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-z9v7ini .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-z9v7ini .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-z9v7ini .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-z9v7ini .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Join Connected Families’ Director of Education & Equipping, Chad Hayenga, in this audioblog about Family Meetings. These are two words that might make you cringe or add to your mental “should-do” list. But what if they could actually become the highlight of your week? In this episode, explore how family meetings can be transformed from dreaded obligations into enjoyable, meaningful gatherings that build teamwork, grow responsibility, and deepen your family’s sense of purpose. Discover ways that family meetings don’t have to be boring How to start with fun to set a positive tone Learn how family meetings can help shift ownership of responsibilities to your kids Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course The Table Monthly Giving Program Family Meetings PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2026 Connected Families

Join Connected Families’ Director of Education & Equipping, Chad Hayenga, in this audioblog about Family Meetings. These are two words that might make you cringe or add to your mental “should-do” list. But what if they could actually become the highlight of your week? In this episode, explore how family meetings can be transformed from dreaded obligations into enjoyable, meaningful gatherings that build teamwork, grow responsibility, and deepen your family’s sense of purpose. Discover ways that family meetings don’t have to be boring How to start with fun to set a positive tone Learn how family meetings can help shift ownership of responsibilities to your kids Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course The Table Monthly Giving Program Family Meetings PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2026 Connected Families .stk-08ki4f3-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-08ki4f3{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-08ki4f3-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-08ki4f3-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-08ki4f3 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-08ki4f3 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-f4b6mhm .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-0gj1mgx .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-tz3j5q4 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tz3j5q4 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-9jyosmc .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-9jyosmc .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-9jyosmc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9jyosmc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Why are chores such a struggle in families? Join Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Johnson and Marni Love, to unpack why it’s hard, and what to do about it. They discuss the biblical foundation for meaningful work and offer practical strategies for turning daily tasks into opportunities for connection and growth. You’ll be encouraged by their own personal stories as they share grace-filled wisdom for navigating teaching kids responsibility. Key Takeaways: Scaffolding chores into small, manageable steps. Avoid using chores as consequences for misbehavior. Model and narrate tasks alongside your children. Celebrate incremental growth, not just perfect results. Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence The Table Monthly Giving Program Genesis 1 Psalm 90:17 Colossians 3:23-24 Ephesians 2:10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: As a former teacher turned homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers. Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. © 2026 Connected Families

Why are chores such a struggle in families? Join Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Johnson and Marni Love, to unpack why it’s hard, and what to do about it. They discuss the biblical foundation for meaningful work and offer practical strategies for turning daily tasks into opportunities for connection and growth. You’ll be encouraged by their own personal stories as they share grace-filled wisdom for navigating teaching kids responsibility. Key Takeaways: Scaffolding chores into small, manageable steps. Avoid using chores as consequences for misbehavior. Model and narrate tasks alongside your children. Celebrate incremental growth, not just perfect results. Mentioned in this Podcast: The Power of Questions Online Course Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence The Table Monthly Giving Program Genesis 1 Psalm 90:17 Colossians 3:23-24 Ephesians 2:10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: As a former teacher turned homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers. Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. © 2026 Connected Families .stk-64mom0r-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-64mom0r{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-64mom0r-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-64mom0r-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-64mom0r .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-64mom0r .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-tmbjycc .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-k2a6pzn .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-jvhykgn .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jvhykgn .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-uovlgfe .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-uovlgfe .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-uovlgfe .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uovlgfe .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

In this special announcement episode, host Stacy Bellward welcomes Chad Hayenga, Connected Families’ Director of Education and Equipping, to introduce an exciting new program: The CF Intensive! This new parent training program is a six-session, small-group experience! It’s designed for parents, caregivers, and ministry leaders who want to move from head knowledge to heart transformation using tools from the Connected Families Framework™. Is this for you? Listen to find out… Key Takeaways: The CF Intensive accelerates Framework growth through a hands-on, community deep-dive into Connected Families tools The CF Intensive is about depth, not crisis intervention Community transforms learning because growth happens together Mentioned in this Podcast: The CF Intensive – For One Person The CF Intensive – For Two People Book – How to Grow a Connected Family The Connected Families Framework Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Become a Parent Coach The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2026 Connected Families

In this special announcement episode, host Stacy Bellward welcomes Chad Hayenga, Connected Families’ Director of Education and Equipping, to introduce an exciting new program: The CF Intensive! This new parent training program is a six-session, small-group experience! It’s designed for parents, caregivers, and ministry leaders who want to move from head knowledge to heart transformation using tools from the Connected Families Framework™. Is this for you? Listen to find out… Key Takeaways: The CF Intensive accelerates Framework growth through a hands-on, community deep-dive into Connected Families tools The CF Intensive is about depth, not crisis intervention Community transforms learning because growth happens together Mentioned in this Podcast: The CF Intensive – For One Person The CF Intensive – For Two People Book – How to Grow a Connected Family The Connected Families Framework Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Become a Parent Coach The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2026 Connected Families

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Communio! Tune in to hear how Communio is strengthening families through data-informed strategies for local churches. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward and Cindy Wilson, the Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager at Connected Families, sit down with J.P. DeGance, founder and president of Communio and author of Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America. J.P. shares his personal journey into family ministry, the compelling research behind Communio’s approach, and how this partnership will bring Connected Families’ parenting resources into churches across the country, equipping more families with biblical, research-informed tools that transform families for generations. Key Takeaways: Announcing the partnership with Communio and Connected Families Learn about the background of Communio and the research study that reduced divorce rates in Jacksonville, FL Discover the impact marriage has on multi-generational church attendance Hear how growing in parenting skills can complement our spiritual growth Mentioned in this Podcast: Communio Book – Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America The Jacksonville Case Study Matthew 22: 36-38 Contact Communio – Platform@communio.org Connected Families Small Group Resources Connected Families Workshop Speakers The Table – Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: J.P. De Gance is the founder and president of Communio and co-author of “Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America.” He leads Communio’s work equipping pastors and churches with data-informed strategies to strengthen congregations through relational health. This approach has been proven through a $20 million initiative that reduced the divorce rate among a network of churches in Jacksonville by 24% between 2016 and 2018. Under his leadership, Communio earned the Heritage Foundation’s 2023 Innovation Prize for its groundbreaking research and church partnerships. J.P. is a husband and father, and lives in Virginia with his wife and 8 children. © 2026 Connected Families

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Communio! Tune in to hear how Communio is strengthening families through data-informed strategies for local churches. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward and Cindy Wilson, the Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager at Connected Families, sit down with J.P. DeGance, founder and president of Communio and author of Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America. J.P. shares his personal journey into family ministry, the compelling research behind Communio’s approach, and how this partnership will bring Connected Families’ parenting resources into churches across the country, equipping more families with biblical, research-informed tools that transform families for generations. Key Takeaways: Announcing the partnership with Communio and Connected Families Learn about the background of Communio and the research study that reduced divorce rates in Jacksonville, FL Discover the impact marriage has on multi-generational church attendance Hear how growing in parenting skills can complement our spiritual growth Mentioned in this Podcast: Communio Book – Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America The Jacksonville Case Study Matthew 22: 36-38 Contact Communio – Platform@communio.org Connected Families Small Group Resources Connected Families Workshop Speakers The Table – Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: J.P. De Gance is the founder and president of Communio and co-author of “Endgame: The Church’s Strategic Move to Save Faith and Family in America.” He leads Communio’s work equipping pastors and churches with data-informed strategies to strengthen congregations through relational health. This approach has been proven through a $20 million initiative that reduced the divorce rate among a network of churches in Jacksonville by 24% between 2016 and 2018. Under his leadership, Communio earned the Heritage Foundation’s 2023 Innovation Prize for its groundbreaking research and church partnerships. 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Today’s audioblog explores what’s really happening beneath the surface when kids laugh when in trouble or get silly during correction. Learn practical ways to use the Connected Families Framework™ to build wisdom instead of shame when kids seem to avoid accountability through humor. Key Takeaways: Silliness is often an escape hatch, not disrespect Check your own heart first Connect before you correct, try stepping into your child’s shoes with playfulness  Build the value of reconciliation in a way that they feel good about Mentioned in this Podcast:  The Power of Questions online course Sensitive & Intense Kids online course  Blog Post – Your Child Laughs When in Trouble? How to Build Wisdom, Not Shame Blog Post – Have You Experienced the Benefits of Child-Led Play? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2026 Connected Families

Today’s audioblog explores what’s really happening beneath the surface when kids laugh when in trouble or get silly during correction. Learn practical ways to use the Connected Families Framework™ to build wisdom instead of shame when kids seem to avoid accountability through humor. Key Takeaways: Silliness is often an escape hatch, not disrespect Check your own heart first Connect before you correct, try stepping into your child’s shoes with playfulness  Build the value of reconciliation in a way that they feel good about Mentioned in this Podcast:  The Power of Questions online course Sensitive & Intense Kids online course  Blog Post – Your Child Laughs When in Trouble? How to Build Wisdom, Not Shame Blog Post – Have You Experienced the Benefits of Child-Led Play? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2026 Connected Families .stk-rvj01c1 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-rvj01c1-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-rvj01c1-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-rvj01c1-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-rvj01c1 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-uned0i8 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uned0i8 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-uned0i8 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-xko9efu .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-xko9efu .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-xko9efu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xko9efu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

In this thoughtful conversation, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coach Katie Wetsell and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Jody Goldie to explore how parents can help their children navigate fear and find security when the world feels uncertain and scary. Drawing from Katie’s personal experience supporting her family through a Nashville school shooting and Jody’s clinical expertise in trauma, this episode offers grace-filled guidance for parents walking alongside children through difficult circumstances. Key Takeaways: Starting with calm and security in your own heart first Create space for your child’s emotions Learn how curiosity helps when your child feels unsafe Pointing your kids to faith and hope in God’s plan in the midst of painful sin Mentioned in this Podcast: Episode 124 | Empowering Your Differently-Wired Child Psalm 46:1 Jeremiah 19:5 Thursday Parenting Tips Emails – Sign up now! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell is our online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their family with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. Jody Goldie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She approaches the therapeutic relationship with warmth and the belief that all people have the ability to heal. She works with clients who have experienced complex trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression. Her training includes a family systems approach and incorporates that into the understanding of work with individuals and couples. Jody enjoys incorporating spirituality into therapy if that is desired by the client. You can find her at: www.mwtraumacenter.com. © 2026 Connected Families

In this thoughtful conversation, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Certified Parent Coach Katie Wetsell and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Jody Goldie to explore how parents can help their children navigate fear and find security when the world feels uncertain and scary. Drawing from Katie’s personal experience supporting her family through a Nashville school shooting and Jody’s clinical expertise in trauma, this episode offers grace-filled guidance for parents walking alongside children through difficult circumstances. Key Takeaways: Starting with calm and security in your own heart first Create space for your child’s emotions Learn how curiosity helps when your child feels unsafe Pointing your kids to faith and hope in God’s plan in the midst of painful sin Mentioned in this Podcast: Episode 124 | Empowering Your Differently-Wired Child Psalm 46:1 Jeremiah 19:5 Thursday Parenting Tips Emails – Sign up now! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell is our online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their family with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. Jody Goldie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She approaches the therapeutic relationship with warmth and the belief that all people have the ability to heal. She works with clients who have experienced complex trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression. Her training includes a family systems approach and incorporates that into the understanding of work with individuals and couples. Jody enjoys incorporating spirituality into therapy if that is desired by the client. You can find her at: www.mwtraumacenter.com. © 2026 Connected Families

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de una de las diferentes formas en las que como padres usamos las consecuencias en la crianza. A través de sus historias reales te sentirás inspirado a usar las consecuencias como medio de restauración y vehículo de paz para tu familia. Temas mencionados en este podcast: Marco de referencia para una familia conectada Blog Post: 3 señales de consecuencias poco útiles y que hacer al respecto. Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-952587e {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-8191333 , .stk-8191333 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-8191333 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther:  Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. 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Strong on correction but struggling to connect? In this third episode of the “Don’t Stay Stuck” series, host Stacy Bellward and Certified Parent Coach Katie Wetsell take on a challenge many who value strict parenting face: how to soften without losing structure? If you value obedience but want warmer relationships with your kids, this episode offers hope and practical next steps. Key Takeaways: Understanding the God-given strengths of parents who lean toward the top of the Connected Families Framework™ Rethinking immediate obedience Living out loud and setting an example for your children Pitfalls of high-demand and low-compassion parenting Practical tools for getting unstuck and finding balance in your parenting Mentioned in this Podcast: Katie Wetsell – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach  Free Parenting Assessment PDF Blog Post – First-Time Obedience: Should I Require Immediate Obedience from My Child? Ephesians 6:4 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. © 2025 Connected Families

Strong on correction but struggling to connect? In this third episode of the “Don’t Stay Stuck” series, host Stacy Bellward and Certified Parent Coach Katie Wetsell take on a challenge many who value strict parenting face: how to soften without losing structure? If you value obedience but want warmer relationships with your kids, this episode offers hope and practical next steps. Key Takeaways: Understanding the God-given strengths of parents who lean toward the top of the Connected Families Framework™ Rethinking immediate obedience Living out loud and setting an example for your children Pitfalls of high-demand and low-compassion parenting Practical tools for getting unstuck and finding balance in your parenting Mentioned in this Podcast: Katie Wetsell – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach  Free Parenting Assessment PDF Blog Post – First-Time Obedience: Should I Require Immediate Obedience from My Child? Ephesians 6:4 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-059b2f5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-059b2f5{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/pexels-kindel-media-7978483-1.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-059b2f5:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-059b2f5-container{background-color:rgba(41,50,65,0.5) !important}.stk-059b2f5-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}.stk-059b2f5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:400px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-3f6d6d5 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Dare to dream of peace again. .stk-e7e3470 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-e7e3470 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}It’s not hopeless. You can ENJOY YOUR KIDS AGAIN. .stk-12f93b8 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-12f93b8 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-12f93b8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-12f93b8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}CONNECT WITH A PARENT COACH

In this second week of our Don’t Stay Stuck series, we’re shifting our focus to parents who are “stuck” at the bottom of the Connected Families Framework™. Being naturally bent toward compassion is a God-given superpower, but what happens when parents are consistently overly permissive? Setting boundaries with kids can be challenging at times. Listen in as Stacy chats with Katie Wetsell, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, to encourage you to be kind and firm. Key Takeaways: How our parenting defaults can actually come from God-given gifts What does it look like to get stuck at the bottom of the Framework: Am I too soft? How balance helps kids build wisdom and resilience in their long-term relationships Concrete examples you can use to add more firmness to your parenting Mentioned in this Podcast: Free Parenting Assessment Helpful Truths and Hurtful Beliefs PDF download Katie Wetsell – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Ep. 98 – Can You Parent Well When You’re Anxious? Ep. 99 – How Can I Identify Anxiety In My Child? 2 Timothy 1:7 Blog Post – Am I Too Soft? Finding The Strength To Be Both Kind and Firm Blog Post – First-Time Obedience: Should I Require Immediate Obedience from My Child? The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. © 2025 Connected Families

In this second week of our Don’t Stay Stuck series, we’re shifting our focus to parents who are “stuck” at the bottom of the Connected Families Framework™. Being naturally bent toward compassion is a God-given superpower, but what happens when parents are consistently overly permissive? Setting boundaries with kids can be challenging at times. Listen in as Stacy chats with Katie Wetsell, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, to encourage you to be kind and firm. Key Takeaways: How our parenting defaults can actually come from God-given gifts What does it look like to get stuck at the bottom of the Framework: Am I too soft? How balance helps kids build wisdom and resilience in their long-term relationships Concrete examples you can use to add more firmness to your parenting Mentioned in this Podcast: Free Parenting Assessment Helpful Truths and Hurtful Beliefs PDF download Katie Wetsell – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Ep. 98 – Can You Parent Well When You’re Anxious? Ep. 99 – How Can I Identify Anxiety In My Child? 2 Timothy 1:7 Blog Post – Am I Too Soft? Finding The Strength To Be Both Kind and Firm Blog Post – First-Time Obedience: Should I Require Immediate Obedience from My Child? The Table Monthly Giving Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell has always had a calling on her heart to care for children. She has worked as a pediatric oncology nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. After experiencing the benefits of parent coaching through Connected Families, Katie later resigned from nursing and became a Certified Parent Coach. She and her husband have four children (three boys and a girl) through birth and adoption. Katie is also trained in SPACE treatment to help parents learn how to support their children struggling with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders. You can learn more about Katie at parentwithhope.org, and on Facebook @parentwithhopecoach and Instagram @parentwithhopecoach. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-smuyvw4-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-smuyvw4{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/pexels-kindel-media-7978483-1.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-smuyvw4:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-smuyvw4-container{background-color:rgba(41,50,65,0.5) !important}.stk-smuyvw4-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}.stk-smuyvw4 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:400px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-10x667b .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Dare to dream of peace again. .stk-fbc9pgm .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fbc9pgm .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}It’s not hopeless. You can ENJOY YOUR KIDS AGAIN. .stk-rzqdhxs .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-rzqdhxs .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-rzqdhxs .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rzqdhxs .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}CONNECT WITH A PARENT COACH

Ever wonder why you keep defaulting to the same old parenting habits? Stacy Bellward and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Lori Menikheim explore what causes parents to get stuck, and how to find their way forward. Join us as we begin this 3-part series, Don’t Stay Stuck, and gain some practical insights for developing balance in your parenting journey. Key Takeaways: Hear stories of what getting stuck looks like Learn about the 4 messages of the Connected Families Framework and how it helps to move forward Learn how developing balance transforms the parent-child relationship Mentioned in this Podcast:  Free Parenting Assessment  My Child Refuses to Listen: A Compassionate Approach to PDA | Ep. 282 Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Luke 1:17 Power of Questions Online Course Ebook – What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity Lori Menikheim – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach The Table Monthly Giving Program Book – How to Grow a Connected Family Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lori Menikheim is a wife, mom of two strong-willed teenage girls, and Kids Ministry leader with over 15 years of experience. When she discovered Connected Families, she finally found the language, tools, and hope to parent well and lead ministry well. Now she loves connecting with parents and ministry leaders who want to partner with God in reaching the next generation. © 2025 Connected Families

Ever wonder why you keep defaulting to the same old parenting habits? Stacy Bellward and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Lori Menikheim explore what causes parents to get stuck, and how to find their way forward. Join us as we begin this 3-part series, Don’t Stay Stuck, and gain some practical insights for developing balance in your parenting journey. Key Takeaways: Hear stories of what getting stuck looks like Learn about the 4 messages of the Connected Families Framework and how it helps to move forward Learn how developing balance transforms the parent-child relationship Mentioned in this Podcast:  Free Parenting Assessment  My Child Refuses to Listen: A Compassionate Approach to PDA | Ep. 282 Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Luke 1:17 Power of Questions Online Course Ebook – What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity Lori Menikheim – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach The Table Monthly Giving Program Book – How to Grow a Connected Family Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lori Menikheim is a wife, mom of two strong-willed teenage girls, and Kids Ministry leader with over 15 years of experience. When she discovered Connected Families, she finally found the language, tools, and hope to parent well and lead ministry well. Now she loves connecting with parents and ministry leaders who want to partner with God in reaching the next generation. © 2025 Connected Families Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-be55ccb-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-be55ccb{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-be55ccb:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-be55ccb-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-be55ccb-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-be55ccb .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-be55ccb .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-be55ccb .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-71fc858 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-71fc858 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-71fc858.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-e113227 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-e113227 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-6882ae6 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6882ae6 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6882ae6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6882ae6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6882ae6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Happy New Year! Welcome back to another year of exciting content that we pray will leave you equipped and ready for the unique calling of parenthood you’ve been gifted with this year. You may be wondering, “What is pathological demand avoidance (PDA)?” When your child refuses to listen, it may not be defiance but rather a dysregulated nervous system. In this most-downloaded episode of 2025, hear from Connected Families Content Manager, Laura Way, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and homeschooling mom, Lydia Rex, as they unpack PDA. Learn how to partner with your child through these challenging moments, using a graceful approach and practical tools from the Connected Families Framework. Key Takeaways: How the Connected Families Framework applies to parenting a sensitive or intense child Simple things you can do now to support your child Discover ways to shift your perspective and view your experience as a gift Mentioned in this Podcast: Connected Families Sensitive & Intense online course Connected Families Power of Questions online course Hebrews 4:15 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is a registered nurse turned Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and parent coach to families with young kids, especially those who have sensory needs or developmental trauma. No stranger to the challenges of parenting, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents through the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Iowa, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. Laura Way felt like she was drowning as a young mom overseas. She thinks that God provided Connected Families for her when she needed it most. She’s thrilled to be on the team, offering hope & help to others! Laura and her husband live in Florida with their two elementary-aged daughters. In her free time, Laura loves to read in her hammock or have coffee with friends. © 2025 Connected Families

Happy New Year! Welcome back to another year of exciting content that we pray will leave you equipped and ready for the unique calling of parenthood you’ve been gifted with this year. You may be wondering, “What is pathological demand avoidance (PDA)?” When your child refuses to listen, it may not be defiance but rather a dysregulated nervous system. In this most-downloaded episode of 2025, hear from Connected Families Content Manager, Laura Way, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and homeschooling mom, Lydia Rex, as they unpack PDA. Learn how to partner with your child through these challenging moments, using a graceful approach and practical tools from the Connected Families Framework. Key Takeaways: How the Connected Families Framework applies to parenting a sensitive or intense child Simple things you can do now to support your child Discover ways to shift your perspective and view your experience as a gift Mentioned in this Podcast: Connected Families Sensitive & Intense online course Connected Families Power of Questions online course Hebrews 4:15 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is a registered nurse turned Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and parent coach to families with young kids, especially those who have sensory needs or developmental trauma. No stranger to the challenges of parenting, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents through the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Iowa, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. Laura Way felt like she was drowning as a young mom overseas. She thinks that God provided Connected Families for her when she needed it most. She’s thrilled to be on the team, offering hope & help to others! Laura and her husband live in Florida with their two elementary-aged daughters. In her free time, Laura loves to read in her hammock or have coffee with friends. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-tm92ur6-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-tm92ur6{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/pexels-kindel-media-7978483-1.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-tm92ur6:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-tm92ur6-container{background-color:rgba(41,50,65,0.5) !important}.stk-tm92ur6-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}.stk-tm92ur6 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:400px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-rzdm6h8 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Dare to dream of peace again. .stk-lkhvymc .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-lkhvymc .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}It’s not hopeless. You can ENJOY YOUR KIDS AGAIN. .stk-6od0kn8 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6od0kn8 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6od0kn8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6od0kn8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}CONNECT WITH A PARENT COACH

In this heartfelt year-end episode, Connected Families team members Stacy Bellward, Chad Hayenga, and Joe Dewey gather to reflect on a transformative year and share exciting plans for 2026 to continue to encourage you on your journey with intentional parenting. Along the way, they open up about their own families’ rhythms for reflecting on the year past and looking ahead. This episode has practical ideas you can try with your own family. Whether you’re curious about what’s next for Connected Families or looking for fresh ways to close out the year together, this episode has something for you. Key Takeaways: Ideas for family rhythms for year-end reflection Connected Families highlights from 2025 Looking forward to 2026 Mentioned in this Podcast: The Heart of Jesus, Dan Orland Book Connected Families Impact Stories Donate to Connected Families Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Joe Dewey is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him to lead with solutions. Whether it comes to ministry or parenting, he finds clarity in the midst of complexity, providing win-win solutions. Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2025 Connected Families

In this heartfelt year-end episode, Connected Families team members Stacy Bellward, Chad Hayenga, and Joe Dewey gather to reflect on a transformative year and share exciting plans for 2026 to continue to encourage you on your journey with intentional parenting. Along the way, they open up about their own families’ rhythms for reflecting on the year past and looking ahead. This episode has practical ideas you can try with your own family. Whether you’re curious about what’s next for Connected Families or looking for fresh ways to close out the year together, this episode has something for you. Key Takeaways: Ideas for family rhythms for year-end reflection Connected Families highlights from 2025 Looking forward to 2026 Mentioned in this Podcast: The Heart of Jesus, Dan Orland Book Connected Families Impact Stories Donate to Connected Families Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Joe Dewey is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him to lead with solutions. Whether it comes to ministry or parenting, he finds clarity in the midst of complexity, providing win-win solutions. Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2025 Connected Families

What does it look like to live out the Connected Families Framework? What does it look like to live it out in your own heart and relationships? In this final episode of our 3-part series, Hope for the Long Haul, Jim and Lynne Jackson share how the Framework has shaped their lives over time: from finding their identity in Jesus, to marriage, to navigating the joys and challenges of parenting adult children. If you’re wondering whether this stuff really helps in the long term, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: How and what the Connected Families Framework has looked like in their marriage Learning that Jesus is our “report card” What it looks like to keep the connection alive in marriage and in parenting How gifts gone awry and “Foundation” messages impacted their working careers Mentioned in this Podcast: Genesis 12:1-3 Book mentioned – Connecting: Healing Ourselves and Our Relationships by Dr. Larry Crabb The Entitlement Fix online course Donate to Connected Families Trash, Truth, Treasure online mini-course The Connected Families Framework Podcast – Payoffs & Accidental Rewards: How to Focus on the Right Stuff Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families

What does it look like to live out the Connected Families Framework? What does it look like to live it out in your own heart and relationships? In this final episode of our 3-part series, Hope for the Long Haul, Jim and Lynne Jackson share how the Framework has shaped their lives over time: from finding their identity in Jesus, to marriage, to navigating the joys and challenges of parenting adult children. If you’re wondering whether this stuff really helps in the long term, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: How and what the Connected Families Framework has looked like in their marriage Learning that Jesus is our “report card” What it looks like to keep the connection alive in marriage and in parenting How gifts gone awry and “Foundation” messages impacted their working careers Mentioned in this Podcast: Genesis 12:1-3 Book mentioned – Connecting: Healing Ourselves and Our Relationships by Dr. Larry Crabb The Entitlement Fix online course Donate to Connected Families Trash, Truth, Treasure online mini-course The Connected Families Framework Podcast – Payoffs & Accidental Rewards: How to Focus on the Right Stuff Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families

In this audioblog, we take on a topic relevant to holiday gatherings: what to do when you receive unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? From preparing ahead of time to helping your kids navigate criticisms, today you’ll hear some practical strategies to help you continue to parent confidently in your grace-based approach. Key Takeaways: How to have empathetic responses with your family members before redirecting their approaches Confident responses to practice in advance How to equip your kids with truth before the gathering Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice from Family (4 Grace-Filled Tips) PDF – Scripts for Unsolicited Advice  Holiday Family Stress? How to Actually Enjoy Family Gatherings | Ep. 276 Luke 1:17 Free E-Book –  What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity The Table Monthly Giving Program Give a Gift to Connected Families Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2025 Connected Families

In this audioblog, we take on a topic relevant to holiday gatherings: what to do when you receive unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? From preparing ahead of time to helping your kids navigate criticisms, today you’ll hear some practical strategies to help you continue to parent confidently in your grace-based approach. Key Takeaways: How to have empathetic responses with your family members before redirecting their approaches Confident responses to practice in advance How to equip your kids with truth before the gathering Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice from Family (4 Grace-Filled Tips) PDF – Scripts for Unsolicited Advice  Holiday Family Stress? How to Actually Enjoy Family Gatherings | Ep. 276 Luke 1:17 Free E-Book –  What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity The Table Monthly Giving Program Give a Gift to Connected Families Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! © 2025 Connected Families

Keeping “like” alive is what an enduring connection is all about! This week, Connected Families Co-Founders Jim and Lynne Jackson share more about the importance and benefits of lasting connection over time and why it’s the cornerstone of lasting family relationships. Hear from a long-time friend and Connected Families board member on how the framework has impacted his relationships over time, like a compass redirecting him back to loving his kids well and what’s most important when life gets off center. Learn how connection becomes the pathway toward true discipleship and godly influence. Key Takeaways: Staying light even in hard times can transform your love into enduring like Discover how parents turning their hearts to their children influences generations How connection grew from an idea to taking root in Dave Scouler’s family over time Connection is the springboard into authentic discipleship Mentioned in this Podcast: When Parenting Styles Differ: Finding Unity with Your Strong-Willed Child | Ep. 277 John 17 The Table Monthly Giving Program Give a Gift to Connected Families Luke 1:17 Want to Build a Connected Family? Be Intentional | Ep. 84 How to Build a Connected Family – Book The Scouler Family Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Dave Scouler has been married for over 30 years and has two amazing boys who joined their family through adoption from Russia. He has been a champion of Connected Families since its founding. Dave has worked in a diverse set of consulting environments and has over 40 years of experience helping clients respond to changing realities. He has served on multiple non-profit Boards and gets excited when given the chance to think strategically. When he is not working, he enjoys working on projects with his boys, being with his four dogs, swimming, and sailing. © 2025 Connected Families

Keeping “like” alive is what an enduring connection is all about! This week, Connected Families Co-Founders Jim and Lynne Jackson share more about the importance and benefits of lasting connection over time and why it’s the cornerstone of lasting family relationships. Hear from a long-time friend and Connected Families board member on how the framework has impacted his relationships over time, like a compass redirecting him back to loving his kids well and what’s most important when life gets off center. Learn how connection becomes the pathway toward true discipleship and godly influence. Key Takeaways: Staying light even in hard times can transform your love into enduring like Discover how parents turning their hearts to their children influences generations How connection grew from an idea to taking root in Dave Scouler’s family over time Connection is the springboard into authentic discipleship Mentioned in this Podcast: When Parenting Styles Differ: Finding Unity with Your Strong-Willed Child | Ep. 277 John 17 The Table Monthly Giving Program Give a Gift to Connected Families Luke 1:17 Want to Build a Connected Family? Be Intentional | Ep. 84 How to Build a Connected Family – Book The Scouler Family Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Dave Scouler has been married for over 30 years and has two amazing boys who joined their family through adoption from Russia. He has been a champion of Connected Families since its founding. Dave has worked in a diverse set of consulting environments and has over 40 years of experience helping clients respond to changing realities. He has served on multiple non-profit Boards and gets excited when given the chance to think strategically. When he is not working, he enjoys working on projects with his boys, being with his four dogs, swimming, and sailing. © 2025 Connected Families

Whether you’re just starting your parenting journey or you’ve hit a rough spot, today’s episode is a reminder that God’s grace is sufficient through it all. Seeing God’s mercy toward us in the midst of challenging family messes (like disagreeing about how to approach parenting a “strong-willed” child) is the hope of the Gospel! Connected Families Co-Founders, Jim and Lynne Jackson, sit down with longtime friends of Connected Families, Jay and Debi Allsup, to encourage families with their experience with their own adult daughters. They remind us that our kids’ biggest challenges now can become their greatest assets when they are older! Yes… even the “strong-willed” child! Key Takeaways: What it initially looked like for Jay and Debi to approach parenting with two completely different styles Learn how Connected Families tools help parents to develop a common parenting language and a path forward to model reconciliation after they have had an imperfect parenting moment Impact on their daughters in the present God’s grace grows with your family Mentioned in this Podcast: Connected Families Framework Magnet Ezekiel 47:8-9 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Jay and Debi Allsup are long-time friends of Connected Families and were part of the original board. Jay serves business leaders with his financial acumen and deep Biblical insights, providing a unique perspective to companies and nonprofit organizations that leads them to fiscally responsible decisions and managed growth. Debi works as a Director of HR at a national community-based support services company. © 2025 Connected Families

Whether you’re just starting your parenting journey or you’ve hit a rough spot, today’s episode is a reminder that God’s grace is sufficient through it all. Seeing God’s mercy toward us in the midst of challenging family messes (like disagreeing about how to approach parenting a “strong-willed” child) is the hope of the Gospel! Connected Families Co-Founders, Jim and Lynne Jackson, sit down with longtime friends of Connected Families, Jay and Debi Allsup, to encourage families with their experience with their own adult daughters. They remind us that our kids’ biggest challenges now can become their greatest assets when they are older! Yes… even the “strong-willed” child! Key Takeaways: What it initially looked like for Jay and Debi to approach parenting with two completely different styles Learn how Connected Families tools help parents to develop a common parenting language and a path forward to model reconciliation after they have had an imperfect parenting moment Impact on their daughters in the present God’s grace grows with your family Mentioned in this Podcast: Connected Families Framework Magnet Ezekiel 47:8-9 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Jay and Debi Allsup are long-time friends of Connected Families and were part of the original board. Jay serves business leaders with his financial acumen and deep Biblical insights, providing a unique perspective to companies and nonprofit organizations that leads them to fiscally responsible decisions and managed growth. Debi works as a Director of HR at a national community-based support services company. © 2025 Connected Families

The holidays are definitely a time when many families and children experience overstimulation, picky eating, chaos, and sibling bickering, which can lead to holiday family stress. What if we could experience God as Emmanuel (God With Us) even in the midst of the mess? Hear from Stacy Bellward as she reads one of the Connected Families blog posts, which will prepare you with a plan to set your kids up for success at your next holiday gathering! Key Takeaways: Develop empathy for common behavior challenges for kids during the holidays Uncover the good news in all of the chaos Learn about the positive behavior and identity-building tool: ABCs of Affirmation Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog Post – 3 Steps to Prepare Kids for Holiday Family Gatherings Blog Post – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice From Family ABC’s of Affirmation Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families

The holidays are definitely a time when many families and children experience overstimulation, picky eating, chaos, and sibling bickering, which can lead to holiday family stress. What if we could experience God as Emmanuel (God With Us) even in the midst of the mess? Hear from Stacy Bellward as she reads one of the Connected Families blog posts, which will prepare you with a plan to set your kids up for success at your next holiday gathering! Key Takeaways: Develop empathy for common behavior challenges for kids during the holidays Uncover the good news in all of the chaos Learn about the positive behavior and identity-building tool: ABCs of Affirmation Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog Post – 3 Steps to Prepare Kids for Holiday Family Gatherings Blog Post – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice From Family ABC’s of Affirmation Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families

There are identity-forming lies all around your kids, at school, on screens, even in their own thoughts. In this powerful episode on identity in Christ, host Stacy Bellward sits down with spoken-word artist and author Hosanna Wong. They discuss her viral poem, “I Have a New Name,” with over 11 million views, and her new children’s book, What God Says About You. The book helps parents equip their children to reject lies and embrace their God-given identity. Key Takeaways: How the importance of identity starts at a young age Learn how recentering on our identity in Christ is central to the Connected Families tool, Trash, Truth, or Treasure Learn nine biblical names to replace the lies kids (and adults) hear every day about themselves Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course FREE Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure What God Says About You – Audiobook What God Says About You – Book Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table I Have a New Name – Spoken Word Poem Thrive Women’s Conference – MN 1 Corinthians 3:16 Ephesians 2:10 1 Corinthians 6:19 Acts 1:8 Galatians 3:26 Romans 5:8 John 8:36 2 Corinthians 5:17 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist helping everyday people know Jesus for real. Widely known for her spoken-word piece, “I Have A New Name,” Hosanna shares her message in churches, conferences, prisons, and other events around the world, reaching across various denominations, backgrounds, and cultures. Born and raised in an urban ministry on the streets of San Francisco, Hosanna later packed her life into suitcases and traveled to churches and other ministries throughout the United States to share about Jesus through spoken word poetry. Hosanna currently travels and speaks year-round, serving on teaching teams at churches throughout the United States. She and her husband, Guy, serve together in various ministries equipping people with tools to share the gospel of Jesus in today’s world. Hosanna is the best-selling author of How (Not) to Save the World, You Are More Than You’ve Been Told, and her new book, What God Says About You, is her first children’s book. © 2025 Connected Families

There are identity-forming lies all around your kids, at school, on screens, even in their own thoughts. In this powerful episode on identity in Christ, host Stacy Bellward sits down with spoken-word artist and author Hosanna Wong. They discuss her viral poem, “I Have a New Name,” with over 11 million views, and her new children’s book, What God Says About You. The book helps parents equip their children to reject lies and embrace their God-given identity. Key Takeaways: How the importance of identity starts at a young age Learn how recentering on our identity in Christ is central to the Connected Families tool, Trash, Truth, or Treasure Learn nine biblical names to replace the lies kids (and adults) hear every day about themselves Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course FREE Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure What God Says About You – Audiobook What God Says About You – Book Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table I Have a New Name – Spoken Word Poem Thrive Women’s Conference – MN 1 Corinthians 3:16 Ephesians 2:10 1 Corinthians 6:19 Acts 1:8 Galatians 3:26 Romans 5:8 John 8:36 2 Corinthians 5:17 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, best-selling author, and spoken word artist helping everyday people know Jesus for real. Widely known for her spoken-word piece, “I Have A New Name,” Hosanna shares her message in churches, conferences, prisons, and other events around the world, reaching across various denominations, backgrounds, and cultures. Born and raised in an urban ministry on the streets of San Francisco, Hosanna later packed her life into suitcases and traveled to churches and other ministries throughout the United States to share about Jesus through spoken word poetry. Hosanna currently travels and speaks year-round, serving on teaching teams at churches throughout the United States. She and her husband, Guy, serve together in various ministries equipping people with tools to share the gospel of Jesus in today’s world. 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This mini-course gives you practical tools to turn these everyday moments into powerful opportunities for spiritual and relational growth. 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Join Stacy Bellward and Lynne Jackson as they chat with Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Kartina Baros about using the “Trash, Truth, or Treasure” tool to help kids process hurtful words and build skills for handling criticism. Katrina shares how she turned this concept into a fun basket-shooting game with her four boys, making it their family’s common language for evaluating words they hear and speak. This conversation highlights how asking thoughtful questions and modeling vulnerability helps kids transform harsh statements into grace-filled responses. Key Takeaways: Hear how Katrina used basketball to teach Trash, Truth, Treasure, with no lectures, just fun! Teaching kids to find the kernel of truth in criticism, without shame, builds humility and resilience. Discover how this tool gives kids an instant filter to process what they hear and choose what they believe. Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course FREE Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure Proverbs 3:17 Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: As a mom of four boys, Katrina Baros discovered the transformative power of grace-based parenting through her own coaching journey. Now, as a certified Connected Families parent coach with 13 years of parenting experience and a degree in early and elementary childhood education, she helps families shift from behavior modification to heart transformation. She walks alongside parents through their challenges, pointing them toward the grace that changes everything. © 2025 Connected Families

Join Stacy Bellward and Lynne Jackson as they chat with Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Kartina Baros about using the “Trash, Truth, or Treasure” tool to help kids process hurtful words and build skills for handling criticism. Katrina shares how she turned this concept into a fun basket-shooting game with her four boys, making it their family’s common language for evaluating words they hear and speak. This conversation highlights how asking thoughtful questions and modeling vulnerability helps kids transform harsh statements into grace-filled responses. Key Takeaways: Hear how Katrina used basketball to teach Trash, Truth, Treasure, with no lectures, just fun! Teaching kids to find the kernel of truth in criticism, without shame, builds humility and resilience. Discover how this tool gives kids an instant filter to process what they hear and choose what they believe. Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course FREE Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure Proverbs 3:17 Connected Families Monthly Giving Program – The Table Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: As a mom of four boys, Katrina Baros discovered the transformative power of grace-based parenting through her own coaching journey. Now, as a certified Connected Families parent coach with 13 years of parenting experience and a degree in early and elementary childhood education, she helps families shift from behavior modification to heart transformation. She walks alongside parents through their challenges, pointing them toward the grace that changes everything. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-klr1dec-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-klr1dec {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-klr1dec:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-klr1dec-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-klr1dec-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-klr1dec .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-8si9r17 {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-dabzeu3-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-649lpyw .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;width:95% !important;height:auto !important;}.stk-649lpyw .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-649lpyw .stk-img-wrapper{height:auto !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-649lpyw .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-vq0lzad {align-self:center !important;}.stk-vq0lzad-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-2c7g3fi .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Transform hurtful words into life-changing lessons .stk-t3h9467 {margin-bottom:12px !important;}When harsh words hurt your child, what do you say? This mini-course gives you practical tools to turn these everyday moments into powerful opportunities for spiritual and relational growth. Your kids will learn to discard hurtful lies, discern helpful truth, and anchor themselves in God’s love when things get hard. .stk-4tgs2rc , .stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-4tgs2rc {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;border-top-left-radius:13px !important;border-top-right-radius:13px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:13px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:13px !important;}.stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button:before{border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#c24827 !important;}.stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4tgs2rc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

When your child hears something unkind, those words can stick: shaping how they see themselves and the world around them. In this episode, we’re launching a three-part series on a simple but powerful Connected Families tool: Trash, Truth, & Treasure. This tool helps kids (and adults!) deal with mean words, hurtful thoughts, anger, and anxiety by rooting their identity in God’s truth rather than the lies they hear. Join Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson, along with therapists and Certified Parent Coaches Vicky Wieben and Marlee Thomsen, as they share the story behind this tool and offer practical ways to use it in your everyday life. Key Takeaways: How a simple Bible verse about “fluttering sparrows” became a framework helping thousands of families combat lies and anxiety Why brain science and biblical truth work together to help kids discern what’s true Practical ways to teach your child to recognize Hurtful Trash, Helpful Truth, and Heart-Filling Treasure Real stories from counselors using this tool with families every day Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course Proverbs 26:2 James 3:17 FREE PDF Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Marlee Thomsen – Marlee Thomsen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach at Cornerstone Counseling and Wellness. She specializes in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate anxiety and other disorders. She uses a variety of therapies and other evidence-based approaches. Marlee is passionate about involving parents in their child’s healing journey and offers parenting support using the Connected Families Framework to equip families for lasting transformation. Connect with Marlee here. Vicky Wieben – Vicky Wieben is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who brings 20 years of social services experience to her work with children, adolescents, and families. She co-founded Bright Light Counseling with her husband Matt in 2020, where she uses a compassionate, holistic approach that incorporates multiple therapies. When she’s not in the therapy office, Vicky enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, reading, and connecting with nature. Connect with Vicky on Facebook. © 2025 Connected Families

When your child hears something unkind, those words can stick: shaping how they see themselves and the world around them. In this episode, we’re launching a three-part series on a simple but powerful Connected Families tool: Trash, Truth, & Treasure. This tool helps kids (and adults!) deal with mean words, hurtful thoughts, anger, and anxiety by rooting their identity in God’s truth rather than the lies they hear. Join Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson, along with therapists and Certified Parent Coaches Vicky Wieben and Marlee Thomsen, as they share the story behind this tool and offer practical ways to use it in your everyday life. Key Takeaways: How a simple Bible verse about “fluttering sparrows” became a framework helping thousands of families combat lies and anxiety Why brain science and biblical truth work together to help kids discern what’s true Practical ways to teach your child to recognize Hurtful Trash, Helpful Truth, and Heart-Filling Treasure Real stories from counselors using this tool with families every day Mentioned in this Podcast: Mean Words Hurt! Are they Trash, Truth, or Treasure? Online Mini Course Proverbs 26:2 James 3:17 FREE PDF Download: Trash, Truth, & Treasure Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Marlee Thomsen – Marlee Thomsen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach at Cornerstone Counseling and Wellness. She specializes in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate anxiety and other disorders. She uses a variety of therapies and other evidence-based approaches. Marlee is passionate about involving parents in their child’s healing journey and offers parenting support using the Connected Families Framework to equip families for lasting transformation. Connect with Marlee here. Vicky Wieben – Vicky Wieben is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who brings 20 years of social services experience to her work with children, adolescents, and families. She co-founded Bright Light Counseling with her husband Matt in 2020, where she uses a compassionate, holistic approach that incorporates multiple therapies. 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Welcome back to our usual podcast rhythm, listeners! November is National Adoption Month, and many Connected Families listeners have grown their families through adoption and foster care. Adoption often brings unique parenting challenges that prompt families to seek creative, compassionate solutions. Many adoptive and foster families have discovered that the Connected Families Framework provides exactly what they need to cultivate Christ-like love and deep connection in their homes. The Framework’s emphasis on helping parents grow in self-awareness while responding to their children’s needs with grace and truth has proven especially valuable for families navigating the complexities of adoption. Join host Stacy Bellward as she chats with Cindy Wilson, Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager at Connected Families, and Sara Wilson Worley from Lifeline Children’s Services about adoption, faith, and building Connected Families. Key Points: Adopted/foster children’s brains are wired for hypervigilance due to early trauma Building attachment can take 1-2 years minimum Connected Families Framework helps us respond with confidence, even when we can’t pinpoint the exact cause of behaviors Mentioned in this Podcast: Ep. 242 | Game-Changing Family Ministry Ideas for Churches of Any Size Ep. 244 |What Works When “Calm Down!” Doesn’t: How to Help Your Angry Child Connected Families Partnership Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Sara Wilson Worley is originally from Florence, Alabama. She currently serves as the Regional Program Manager for the Asia Team at Lifeline Children’s Services. Sara attended the University of North Alabama and received her Bachelor’s in social work. She has two Master’s degrees in Church and Community Ministries and Social Work. Sara loves to read and has many hobbies (i.e., kayaking, antiquing, and watching soccer). © 2025 Connected Families

Welcome back to our usual podcast rhythm, listeners! November is National Adoption Month, and many Connected Families listeners have grown their families through adoption and foster care. Adoption often brings unique parenting challenges that prompt families to seek creative, compassionate solutions. Many adoptive and foster families have discovered that the Connected Families Framework provides exactly what they need to cultivate Christ-like love and deep connection in their homes. The Framework’s emphasis on helping parents grow in self-awareness while responding to their children’s needs with grace and truth has proven especially valuable for families navigating the complexities of adoption. Join host Stacy Bellward as she chats with Cindy Wilson, Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager at Connected Families, and Sara Wilson Worley from Lifeline Children’s Services about adoption, faith, and building Connected Families. Key Points: Adopted/foster children’s brains are wired for hypervigilance due to early trauma Building attachment can take 1-2 years minimum Connected Families Framework helps us respond with confidence, even when we can’t pinpoint the exact cause of behaviors Mentioned in this Podcast: Ep. 242 | Game-Changing Family Ministry Ideas for Churches of Any Size Ep. 244 |What Works When “Calm Down!” Doesn’t: How to Help Your Angry Child Connected Families Partnership Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Sara Wilson Worley is originally from Florence, Alabama. She currently serves as the Regional Program Manager for the Asia Team at Lifeline Children’s Services. Sara attended the University of North Alabama and received her Bachelor’s in social work. She has two Master’s degrees in Church and Community Ministries and Social Work. Sara loves to read and has many hobbies (i.e., kayaking, antiquing, and watching soccer). © 2025 Connected Families

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Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In this touching episode, a grandmother’s transformative journey is highlighted. Grandparents raising grandchildren can present unique challenges. Listen as she learns to parent her teenage grandson after suddenly gaining guardianship. With time, she discovers that changing her own perspective from viewing her Grandson as a problem to seeing him through God’s eyes revolutionizes their relationship. Her creative use of a childhood mailbox to communicate affirming messages demonstrates the power of intentional love and grace in healing broken family dynamics. Key Takeaways: Before you can effectively communicate “You are safe” and “You are loved” to your child, examine how you view them Small acts of intentional love matter Spiritual dependence on God’s grace, wisdom, and help is essential Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Connected Families Certificed Parent Coach Program Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: It can take us aback when our children show obvious signs of disrespect. Chad Hayenga offers a new perspective in his reading of “Don’t Settle for Fake Respect,” in yesterday’s podcast: Guiding Disrespectful Kids: Eye Rolling, Door Slamming & Sass | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-9vuebbh {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-9vuebbh-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-9vuebbh-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-9vuebbh-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-9vuebbh .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-9vuebbh .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-9vuebbh .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-9vuebbh .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-f5mlf2b .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-lcfzjtc .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-489dn5n .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-489dn5n .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-489dn5n .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-489dn5n .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-489dn5n .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In today’s episode, Chad Hayenga, Connected Families Director of Education and Equipping, joins us to encourage parents to reframe their thinking about disrespectful kids. Instead of demanding compliance, he encourages parents to respond with curiosity, asking what’s really happening in their child’s heart. This grace-filled approach builds genuine respect while still maintaining clear boundaries. Key Takeaways: Misbehavior is communication Respond with curiosity, not control Address the heart, not just behavior Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Don’t Settle for Fake Respect – Blog Post Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: We only have a few days left of our special October campaign. Don’t miss Stacy Bellward’s testimony of how God has helped her move away from fear and control in her parenting in When Your Kids’ Choices Scare You | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-sznekca {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-sznekca-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-sznekca-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-sznekca-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-sznekca .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-sznekca .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-sznekca .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-sznekca .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-486938y .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-llvcrqd .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-l6ndous .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-l6ndous .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-l6ndous .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-l6ndous .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-l6ndous .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast: Today, we’re talking about the top of the Connected Families Framework, Correct. This level communicates the message: “You are responsible for your actions.” As our kids get older, their choices can sometimes scare us because they could cause long-term damage. Host, Stacy Bellward, tells her story of how wrestling with that fear led her to discover truths about God’s character that freed her from parenting out of anxiety and control. That belief changed her parenting, and you’ll hear that in today’s story. Key Takeaways: “My kids are responsible for their own actions, and by His grace, He’s at work in ways I can’t see.” “I was asking the wrong question: The answer fed fear and harsh reactions. God corrected me.” Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Parenting in the Chaos: When There’s No Time to Be Calm | [Mini-Episode] The Power of Questions Online Course Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Have you ever wondered how you will find time for calm when there’s always chaos? Check out what Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches, Alan and Corrie Thetford, have to say about that question in: Parenting in the Chaos: When There’s No Time to Be Calm [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-1q1n9bp {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-1q1n9bp .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-1q1n9bp .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-cx21iuf .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-gnl56z5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-hi68hlv .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-hi68hlv .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-hi68hlv .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-hi68hlv .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hi68hlv .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In this Q&A mini-episode, our host Stacy is joined by Connected Families Parent Coaches & Workshop Speakers, Alan and Corrie Thetford, to answer real questions from parents just like you. With four kids of their own, the Thetfords bring both professional expertise and lived experience to two common parenting challenges: managing multiple young children and addressing persistent behaviors. Key Takeaways: The Framework works in the chaos, not only after it Focus on one thing at a time Consequences are about repair, not punishment Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community – Ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Alan and Corrie Thetford – Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Connected Families Workshop Speakers Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It:  Don’t miss it! Connected Families Founder Jim Jacksom encourages parents to build wisdom in their children in Parenting with Grace, Modeling Humility, and Transforming Your Family | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-h6iceo4 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-h6iceo4-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-h6iceo4-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-h6iceo4-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-h6iceo4 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-h6iceo4 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-h6iceo4 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-h6iceo4 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-deih5j0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-up8ner0 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-tbradbu .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-tbradbu .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-tbradbu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-tbradbu .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tbradbu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Connected Families co-founder, Jim Jackson, is back in this mini-episode, encouraging parents to view parenting from a new perspective! Being a better parent isn’t about getting kids just to behave; it’s about building God’s wisdom in ourselves and in them. Get challenged to embrace your calling as an everyday superhero who models faith, humility, and grace. Key Takeaways: Great parenting isn’t about controlling behavior; it’s about building God’s wisdom Model your own process of calming down Share your struggles, failures, and growth openly with your children. Model Humility When You Mess Up Identify Godly strengths your children have learned from watching you, and intentionally do more of what’s already going well Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Host Stacy Bellward shares a personal story when her daughters were late for a birthday party. Hear how do-overs saved the day in From Morning Chaos to Peaceful Dressing: How It Ended Well | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-wjebega {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-wjebega-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-wjebega-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-wjebega-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-wjebega .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-wjebega .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-wjebega .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-wjebega .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-wgm0f4w .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-t0iomek .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-01yvtab .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-01yvtab .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-01yvtab .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-01yvtab .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-01yvtab .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In this vulnerable episode, host Stacy Bellward shares a real, messy parenting moment from years ago when she had to use do-overs and the Connected Families Framework to reset with one of her daughters. It all started when everybody was late to a birthday party. She shares her story in the spirit of our theme: Not Perfect, Still Super. Every Family a Hero—and she shares it to show you how using the CF parenting framework can look in a real-life messy situation. Parenting transformation isn’t a quick sailboat turn but a long game of being humble and inviting Jesus into the messes. Key Takeaways: Keep a Connected Families Framework magnet handy. It never hurts. 🙂 If you have been feeling the nudge to join the mission to equip more families, join the Table Community today! Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Framework Magnet Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Hear how one family made space for all levels of the Connected Families Framework when they navigated an issue with their teenage daughter’s device in: Device Issue: How God Used it to Draw One Family Closer. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ww9nuqd {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ww9nuqd .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ww9nuqd .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-5lbydpx .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-9q1nzmx .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-hbiura3 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-hbiura3 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-hbiura3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-hbiura3 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hbiura3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : When the Caswell family discovered an issue with their daughter’s phone, they faced a choice: react with their first instinct or respond guided by the Connected Families Parenting Framework they’d been learning through the book and video course. With support from a parent coach, they created a safe space for an honest conversation that led to restoration instead of rupture. Hear from both parents AND their daughter in this rare, real-life example of how discipline can connect rather than divide. Key Takeaways: Hear what felt safe to Caswell’s daughter.  Hear how Caswell’s parents paused, shifted perspective, and guided their daughter.  Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Thursday Parenting Tips Email Sign-Up Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It:  Punishment of natural impact? Learn the difference in Natural Impacts: Teaching Kids Responsibility Without Nagging. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-oyskqrz {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-oyskqrz-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-oyskqrz-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-oyskqrz-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-oyskqrz .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-oyskqrz .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-oyskqrz .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-oyskqrz .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-1ocqmbf .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-v43lunb .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-5zpa73z .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-5zpa73z .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-5zpa73z .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-5zpa73z .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5zpa73z .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects With Your Child Heart online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Discover the transformative difference between a goal of punishment and restoration in this episode featuring Jim and Lynne Jackson from the Discipline That Connects With Your Childs Heart course. Learn how natural impacts like letting a child experience the consequences of forgotten homework without adding parental punishment teach responsibility far more effectively than nagging or arbitrary consequences. This grace-filled, biblical approach shifts the parenting goal from punishing bad behavior to restoring relationships and empowering kids to make things right. Key Takeaways: Teach true responsibility through natural impacts Effective discipline puts responsibility on the child to right their wrongs. The primary goal is restoration, not punishment. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Framework Magnet Should You Reward Kids? 9 Wisdom-Filled Guidelines | [Mini-Episode] Galatians 6:1 Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Did you miss it? Last week, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, Laura Zach shares practical wisdom for parents navigating the push-pull dynamic with a kid who asks for help but then resists it. Listen in Why Does My Child Ask for Help Then Get Mad? | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-78adfkw {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-78adfkw-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-78adfkw-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-78adfkw-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-78adfkw .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-78adfkw .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-78adfkw .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-78adfkw .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-qwyxz64 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-uh43fpv .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-fe1yj5b .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-fe1yj5b .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-fe1yj5b .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-fe1yj5b .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fe1yj5b .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Does your child ask for help with homework, sports, or other activities—only to push back or get frustrated when you offer it? You’re not alone! In this Q&A episode, host Stacy Bellward welcomes Connected Families Certified Parent Coach & Workshop Speaker Laura Zach to answer this common parenting challenge. Laura shares practical wisdom for parents navigating the push-pull dynamic with an 11-year-old who asks for help but then resists it. You’ll learn to identify the “gift gone awry” in your child, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and discover grace-filled approaches to build connection and coach your child toward growth. Key Takeaways: How to recognize and affirm your child’s gifts—even when they’re showing up in challenging ways Why this is a journey, not a quick fix—and how to stay encouraged along the way Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community – Are you ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Laura Zach – Connected Families Parent Coach Connected Families Workshop Speakers  Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Identifying Child Strengths: Finding God’s Gifts in Your Kid | [Mini-Episode] One Simple Question That Rewires Everyone’s Brains Toward Connection | [Mini-Episode] Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Did you know that rewarding kids can actually be a helpful tool when you’re asking the right question, learn more about this in: Should You Reward Kids? 9 Wisdom-Filled Guidelines | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-46p7fw8 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-46p7fw8-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-46p7fw8-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-46p7fw8-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-46p7fw8 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-46p7fw8 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-46p7fw8 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-46p7fw8 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-13d7eth .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-9odqgxp .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-170yo6n .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-170yo6n .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-170yo6n .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-170yo6n .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-170yo6n .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Today’s mini episode is the audio version of a blog post we created as a guide to help you think through the question, “Should you reward your kids?” It’s the age-old question: Should I pay the kids to do house chores? Let’s be honest – we’ve all been there, wondering if we’re brilliantly motivating our kids or just straight-up bribing them. Turns out, rewards can actually be effective tools when you’re asking the right question, but they can totally backfire when your kid cares more about earning screen time than actually learning to be helpful. Host Stacy Bellward walks through nine super practical, research-backed tips that’ll help you use rewards in ways that actually build character. Key Takeaways: The one question that changes everything: It’s not about compliance – discover what your child is really learning The “Nathan story”: How one strategic “bribe” transformed a disruptive teen Creative reward systems that actually build character (not just behavior) Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Rewards for Kids: 9 Wisdom-Filled Guidelines to Get Beyond Bribing – Blog Post Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Learn how noticing what’s going partly right can change the entire culture of your home in One Simple Question That Rewires Everyone’s Brains Toward Connection | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-opj9jbe {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-opj9jbe-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-opj9jbe-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-opj9jbe-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-opj9jbe .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-opj9jbe .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-opj9jbe .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-opj9jbe .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-z2slp2u .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-luf8yf5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-wa9djok .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-wa9djok .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-wa9djok .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-wa9djok .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-wa9djok .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Discover the transformative power of “Bright Spots!” A simple parenting strategy that shifts your focus from what’s going wrong to what’s going partly right. In this episode, we share the inspiring story of Carly, who went from ski slope meltdowns to conquering her fears, plus host Stacy’s personal journey of learning to see what her middle school girls HAD cleaned in the kitchen instead of fixating on the one dirty fork left behind. This shift transformed their relationship and built an “I can do this” attitude in her daughters. Plus, learn how you can become a changemaker this October by equipping struggling families around the world with these life-changing tools. Key Takeaway: Asking “What’s going partly right?” when the kitchen only got half clean or during a full meltdown has the power to change your family’s trajectory. (We are not trying to be dramatic here – we have lived it.) Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard – Book Philippians 4 Connected Families Parent Coaching Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Ever wonder if it’s too late to connect with your teenage child? It’s not! In Christ, there’s always hope! Listen to one mom tell her story in: Connection with Teens: It’s Never Too Late | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-0r4851a {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-0r4851a-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-0r4851a-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-0r4851a-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-0r4851a .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-0r4851a .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-0r4851a .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-0r4851a .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-2x5hzq3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-8y1rvxz .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-43f8dfz .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-43f8dfz .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-43f8dfz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-43f8dfz .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-43f8dfz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : Ever wonder if you’ve already blown it as a parent? Spoiler alert: you haven’t. In this episode, Lynne Jackson drops truth bombs about how God’s grace for YOU is the secret sauce to raising wise kids (hint: it’s not about being perfect). Then Laura Zach shares her own story of going from daily door-slams and zero conversations with her teen daughter to actually laughing together, yes, really laughing. Whether your kids are in diapers or driving cars, this one’s for you. Key Takeaways: Jesus is your report card, not your kid’s behavior. Parent from grace, not guilt. It’s never too late! Laura discovered Connected Families during a family crisis with teens—and everything changed. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Proverbs 1:1-9 Laura Zach – Connected Families Parent Coach Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?  Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community Ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. In Case You Missed It:  What happens when your child explodes over a simple stack of dishes? For Lydia Rex, it became a growth opportunity for connection in Dishes and Disrespect: A Story of Growth and Connection | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-wroty8a {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-wroty8a-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-wroty8a-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-wroty8a-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-wroty8a .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-wroty8a .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-wroty8a .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-wroty8a .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-7vw5apx .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-g9hvft4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-lfjbonw .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-lfjbonw .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-lfjbonw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-lfjbonw .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-lfjbonw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : What happens when your child explodes over a simple stack of dishes? For Lydia Rex, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and mom, it became a powerful opportunity to use the parenting framework. Lydia reflected, “Real life is messy. It’s not linear. And that’s okay. God is at work in all of that.” In this mini-episode of the Connected Families podcast, Lydia shares an honest, messy, and ultimately beautiful story about applying the Connected Families Framework in real time. Her experience reminds us that effective parenting isn’t about following a perfect formula—it’s about walking in God’s grace and truth. Key Takeaway: Aim for Wisdom, Not Just Obedience: The goal isn’t raising children who comply when controlled, but cultivating internal values that lead them to choose what’s right on their own. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Sensitive and Intense Online Course Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know. In Case You Missed It: Identifying their child’s God-given gift in misbehavior has transformed many parents’ approach to parenting during challenging behavior moments. Listen to Jim and Lynne teach about the Gift Gone Awry in: Identifying Child Strengths: Finding God’s Gifts in Your Kid | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ynhx7v1 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ynhx7v1 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ynhx7v1 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-8eqzk9m .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-jb3gx2y .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-9tokd2o .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-9tokd2o .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-9tokd2o .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-9tokd2o .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9tokd2o .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : This episode is about identifying child strengths and recognizing the God-given gift hidden in their most frustrating misbehavior. In this teaching from our Discipline That Connects course, Jim and Lynne Jackson introduce the powerful concept of “Gifts Gone Awry,” showing parents how lying can reveal intelligence, arguing can signal courage to speak truth, and defiance often masks courage. When you learn to call out the gift instead of just correcting the behavior, you communicate to your child: “You are Called and Capable.” Key Takeaways: Misbehavior has a God-given gift at its core Calling out the gift changes the relationship – from just managing behavior to building their identity and your connection. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Got a strong-willed child? Parent Coach, Tara Prevo, helps parents come alongside their child as a teammate, celebrate creative problem-solving, and guide with empathy in Strong-Willed Child and Unconditional Love? Biblical Wisdom for Everyday Parents | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your CommunityReady to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ep67irk {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ep67irk-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ep67irk-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ep67irk-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ep67irk .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ep67irk .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ep67irk .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ep67irk .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-xjc4qkt .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-j7fucl1 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-s5qpnld .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-s5qpnld .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-s5qpnld .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-s5qpnld .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-s5qpnld .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In this micro-episode, host Stacy Bellward and Certified Parent Coach, Tara Prevo, address two common parenting challenges: 1) When a child says “You don’t love me,” and 2) The strong-willed child who rejects offered choices. Tara encourages parents to use misbehavior as an opportunity to demonstrate unconditional love and commit to the long game of grace-filled responses over time. Tara helps parents come alongside their child as a teammate, celebrate creative problem-solving, and guide with empathy. Key Takeaways: Misbehavior is an opportunity for unconditional love Strong-willed children seek safety, not control Parenting is a long game Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community – Ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Workshop Speakers Program Tara Prevo – Workshop Speaker Connected Families Thursday Email Sign Up Power of Questions Online Course Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Connected Families founder Jim Jackson offers parents a powerful glimpse of graceful parenting in yesterday’s soul care message designed specifically for you, moms and dads: What Is Christian Discipline? A Peek At Graceful Parenting | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-rv2zp0d {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-rv2zp0d .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-rv2zp0d .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-o69674f .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-k6phfqs .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-1zgoqo9 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-1zgoqo9 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-1zgoqo9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-1zgoqo9 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1zgoqo9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥Ready to be the hero who brings hope to overwhelmed parents in your community? Today, will you join the Table Community, along with six others, and multiply your impact? Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast: In today’s mini-episode, Jim Jackson is filling in for Stacy and explores a powerful truth: you can only give grace to your kids if you’ve first received it yourself. He invites parents to imagine Jesus offering lavish mercy toward themselves instead of harsh condemnation. Jim reminds parents that the goal isn’t just behavior modification—it’s gentle restoration that transforms homes into places where grace flows freely, mistakes become opportunities for connection, and children experience God’s unconditional love through their parents. Key Takeaways: Extending grace to our children comes after we first receive God’s lavish grace for us Don’t let your approval of your children depend only on their behavior Pausing to be sure you’re walking in the fruit of the Spirit is helpful before correction Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course 1 John 3:1 Romans 5:8 Romans 8:1 Hebrews 4:15 Titus 3:4-5 Galatians 2:21 Galatians 3 Galatians 5:19-26 Galatians 6:1 Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: How to take the trek to the top of peaceful parenting mountain can seem like a mystery most days. Lynne Jackson shares practical, research-based strategies to help children calm down without triggering their fight-or-flight response in this episode: Brain-Based Strategies: How to Help Kids Calm Down | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-nxt6yk3 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-nxt6yk3 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-nxt6yk3 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-tod8mx8 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-mta69q4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-gbsexgz .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-gbsexgz .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-gbsexgz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-gbsexgz .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gbsexgz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast: Join host Stacy Bellward in week two of our October series, featuring bite-sized content from the signature Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course. In this mini episode, Occupational Therapist Lynne Jackson shares practical, research-based strategies to help children calm down without triggering their fight-or-flight response. Lynne explains why telling kids to “calm down” often backfires and demonstrates how parents can model effective self-regulation while building trust and connection. You’ll also hear from parents Viece & Johnny, who share their heart’s desire to be the place their children always want to come home to, even as adults. This episode equips you with tools you can use today while casting vision for the lifelong relationships these strategies can build. Key Takeaways: Learn concrete ideas from this podcast about how to help kids calm down Today’s calming moments build a foundation so your kids will always want to come home Mentioned Today: The Table Community – Monthly Giving Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Hand Model of the Brain for Kids 7 Practical Calming Strategies for Kids: The FREE mini online course Are these mini episodes hitting the spot?Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think. In Case You Missed It: Unconditional love can be so powerful, hear some ways that it can transform your family in Christian Parenting Advice: Showing God’s Unconditional Love. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-2ayt7d8 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-2ayt7d8 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-2ayt7d8 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-st5rev2 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-ebzhn86 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-tklxf0m .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-tklxf0m .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-tklxf0m .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-tklxf0m .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tklxf0m .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥Ready to be the hero who brings hope to overwhelmed parents in your community? Today, will you join the Table Community, along with six others, and multiply your impact? Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In today’s episode, Christian Parenting Advice: Showing God’s Unconditional Love, we address the question: Do your kids truly understand that they’re loved unconditionally? As parents, we often take this for granted, assuming our children just understand this fundamental truth. Today’s episode is a powerful story about sixth-grader Mitch and his Corporate Executive Dad. Stacy Bellward, podcast host, reads this resource-filled blog post. Key Takeaways: Reasons why unconditional love can transform your children’s lives Discover how God’s Spirit and supportive community help you love unconditionally Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Community Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Unconditional Love: 15 Reasons to Show Love-No-Matter-What to Your Kids – Blog Post Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families – Instagram Are these mini episodes hitting the spot? Leave us a rating, review, or comment and make our day – seriously, we read every single one! In Case You Missed It: Has your child ever had a meltdown over something small? Listen to this dad share his story in How to Handle Meltdowns: Grace-Based Approach. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-x01twhg {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-x01twhg-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-x01twhg-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-x01twhg-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-x01twhg .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-x01twhg .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-x01twhg .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-x01twhg .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-pnsak3r .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-qvh257l .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-khvgjra .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-khvgjra .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-khvgjra .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-khvgjra .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-khvgjra .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at a suggested donation of $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : If your child melts down over seemingly nothing, and you wonder how to handle meltdowns, this episode is for you! Josh shares how he transitioned from frustration to curiosity during a meltdown with his teenage son. After completing our Discipline That Connects course, Josh had new tools he needed when his son got upset over a simple bowl. Instead of reacting with anger, he responded with grace, creating a sense of safety, love, and connection. His story shows the practical, real-world application of the Connected Families Framework in those challenging parenting moments we all face. We’re working to double the Table Community this month, which means we need six new superhero supporters every day to keep these life-changing resources available for overwhelmed parents everywhere. Josh’s transformation occurred because he had access to biblical, research-informed parenting tools through Discipline That Connects—and when you join The Table at connectedfamilies.org, you receive the same course, plus ongoing support through webinars, devotionals, and community. As Josh discovered, this framework can “so significantly impact your family for generations to come.” Will you join us in making that possible for more families? Key Takeaways: Learn just how much a pause and creating a safe space can impact an escalated meltdown How choosing to say, “I’ve got all kinds of grace for that,” turned into laughter, and prayer together through a tough season Guest Bio Josh Keller is a certified Parent Coach through Connected Families and Spiritual Life Director at Community Christian School in Willmar, MN. After two decades in ministry, he’s passionate about helping families discover the transformative Connected Families framework that revolutionized his own parenting. Josh and his wife Rachel, have three kids and co-founded The Freedom Center MN. Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Community Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course The Freedom Center MN Josh Keller – Certified Connected Families Coach Are these mini episodes hitting the spot? Leave us a rating, review, or comment, and let us know what you think! In Case You Missed It: What if we could share unconditional love even during those challenging moments of discipline? Yesterday, we took a sneak peek at how we can do this in Discipline with Love: Showing Love When Your Child Acts Out. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-63ye7qw {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-63ye7qw-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-63ye7qw-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-63ye7qw-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-63ye7qw .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-63ye7qw .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-63ye7qw .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-63ye7qw .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-vy7gmb0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-d7dl4aj .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-m8w0eua .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-m8w0eua .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-m8w0eua .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-m8w0eua .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-m8w0eua .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥Ready to be the hero who brings hope to overwhelmed parents in your community? Today, will you join the Table Community, along with six others, and multiply your impact? Click here to find out more.💥 Today on the Podcast : In this mini-episode, host Stacy Bellward shares a helpful 7-minute clip from Session 4 of Connected Families’ Discipline That Connects online course, where Jim and Lynne Jackson offer a perspective shift: misbehavior is actually an opportunity for unconditional love. Every parent knows the frustration of dealing with the same challenging behavior over and over—and how easy it is to unintentionally communicate “you’re a problem” when what we really want our kids to hear is “you are LOVED no matter what.” Drawing from Jesus’ example, Jim and Lynne share practical strategies for discipline with love, helping you show up in a way that keeps the connection going. Key Takeaways: When kids regularly misbehave, parents can naturally feel frustrated, which can lead to communicating unintentional messages Including affection and empathy during challenging moments helps to promote unconditional love Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Community Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Are these mini episodes hitting the spot? Leave us a rating, review, or comment and make our day – seriously, we read every single one! In Case You Missed It: Whatever you need right now, Jesus is enough—He is your peace in chaos, your strength in weakness, and your wisdom in uncertainty. Last week, we dove right into becoming a safe parent, discovering how one grandparent practices meeting the needs of the moment just as Jesus meets us in ours, in Parent-Child Connection: From Shutdown to Safety. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-zglubh9 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-zglubh9-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-zglubh9-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-zglubh9-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-zglubh9 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-zglubh9 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-zglubh9 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-zglubh9 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-z4lozc5 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-c9b7f46 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-e6ycv6k .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-e6ycv6k .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-e6ycv6k .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-e6ycv6k .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-e6ycv6k .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only!💥 What do you do when your child resists eye contact when trying to engage in conversations about their behavior? In this mini-episode, Parent Coach Laurie Shaffer offers some suggestions for navigating parent child connection during these challenging encounters. She shares an honest moment she experienced with her 3-year-old granddaughter. In this episode, you’ll discover how she practiced connection and presence in the moment, ultimately empowering her granddaughter with helpful tools she could use next time. Key Takeaways: How deciding to be present can be more powerful than immediate correction See a real-life example of how connection before correction helps to bring lasting change Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community Ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here. Guest Bio With over 25 years in pastoral ministry alongside her husband, Laurie Shaffer has facilitated parenting classes and mentored moms through MOPS/MomCo groups. After raising three biological children, they began fostering and adopting. Connected Families became the answer to their prayers as they were now parenting children who had experienced trauma. Laurie is a Connected Families Workshop Speaker, based in Michigan. Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Community Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Workshop Speakers Hope for the Journey by Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program In Case You Missed It: Parenting with Grace is definitely a journey of discovery. Two moms share their journey of how transforming their own responses has impacted their homes in Parenting with Grace: Overcoming Shame and Anger [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-y0jl7os {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-y0jl7os-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-y0jl7os-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-y0jl7os-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-y0jl7os .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-y0jl7os .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-y0jl7os .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-y0jl7os .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-aztfewq .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-xyv2qb4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-uwi3x86 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-uwi3x86 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-uwi3x86 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-uwi3x86 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uwi3x86 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only!💥 Hear from two moms navigating the challenging parts of parenting. Clare shares her journey of learning to give herself grace and model it for her children. Ami opens up about confronting unexpected anger toward her young child. Through vulnerable storytelling, both moms share how transforming their own responses has become the key to creating lasting change in their families. They have discovered that effective discipline begins with looking inward rather than focusing solely on their kids’ behavior. Through this work, they have gained practical tools to break destructive patterns. Let’s hear their superhero stories! Key Takeaways The Modeling factor: How children mirror what they see, not what they hear, only Explosive moments of anger often come from something deeper, requiring intentional healing Guest Bio Ami WickiserAmi Atkins Wickiser is a writer and blogs at https://whenmercyfoundme.com/. She began writing about tragedy as a way to process her thoughts after her first husband, Jon, passed away in 2013. Ami is married to her second great love, David, and they have four children. The Wickisers serve at their church in Waterloo, Illinois. Clare KoensClare Koens loves helping ministry parents strengthen their relationships with their children. Originally from the UK as a trained primary teacher, she has spent most of her adult life supporting missionaries and their families in the South Pacific. As a Connected Families Parent Coach, Clare’s cross-cultural family experience, conflict resolution skills, and trauma-informed care provide both personal and professional insights for effective parent coaching. For more information about her coaching, please visit https://ckparenting.weebly.com/. Mentioned Today: The Table Community Monthly Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Grace & Truth for Moms Course Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Clare Koens Coaching The Neuroscience of Meltdowns: Kids Stress Response Explained [Mini-episode] In Case You Missed It: As we continue our superhero month, don’t miss Katie Johnson’s real-life story of how a misplaced backpack turned into a moment of connection and growth. Listen here: Positive Discipline Examples: Handling A Lost Backpack | [Mini-Episode]. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ed7q9ko {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ed7q9ko .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ed7q9ko .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-rf0lo1m .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-dhl92fo .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-e37qkab .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-e37qkab .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-e37qkab .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-e37qkab .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-e37qkab .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only!💥 What does a backpack have to do with parenting? Well… Katie Johnson, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, shares how her 6-year-old son’s misplaced camp backpack turned into a moment where the Connected Families parenting framework guided her. In today’s episode, listen in to discover how to intentionally apply this grace-filled approach to everyday moments, providing positive discipline examples that lead to lasting connections and growth in your family. Key Takeaways Build a solid foundation over time using the CF parenting framework as your guide Avoid coming across as “fast, large, and loud” Use daily moments to practice long-term wisdom-building Guest Bio As a former teacher turned homeschool mom with a sensitive & intense child, Katie Johnson came to Connected Families at the end of her rope. As a CF coach, she now helps struggling families adopt a whole-Bible, whole-brain approach for Christ-centered transformation. She loves providing practical tools to help families apply the CF framework to their unique situations. Katie lives in Madison, WI, with her husband, three young kids, a dog, and three chickens. Katie holds a Master’s in Education and has a special passion for supporting families with toddlers. Mentioned Today: The Table Community -Monthly Giving Program Katie Johnson – Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Learning from Parenting Mistakes: How God Taught One Dad the Value of Safety | [Mini-Episode] Thursday Parenting Tips Email Sign-Up In Case You Missed It: If you’re still learning the value of safe parenting, you’re not alone, and there’s always grace to learn. Hear how God showed one dad the value of safety in yesterday’s mini-episode: Learning from Parenting Mistakes: How God Taught One Dad the Value of Safety. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-flxm84f {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-flxm84f-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-flxm84f-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-flxm84f-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-flxm84f .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-flxm84f .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-flxm84f .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-flxm84f .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-5kbtoqr .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-uwdxpvm .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-jurkdq2 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-jurkdq2 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-jurkdq2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-jurkdq2 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jurkdq2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table Community at $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only! 💥 In today’s episode, Dr. Bo Bryson shares an incredible real-life superhero moment that will inspire every parent! Explore how parenting mistakes can profoundly impact our understanding of what it truly means to be a “safe place” for our children. This practical mini-episode will help you confidently communicate “you are safe with me” to your children at home. See how Dr. Bo’s commitment to being safe led to beautifully connected relationships years later —love the photo of their thriving family with kids who are now teenagers! Plus, learn why his transformation inspired him & his wife to become long-time monthly supporters, passionate about ensuring more families have access to the same life-changing parenting support they received. Key Takeaways: “You’re always welcome home.” – The phrase that changed everything The best parenting lessons happen when you’re NOT studying parenting Being “safe” isn’t about agreement—it’s about being heard, understood, valued, and known .stk-cf4e3a6 {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-cf4e3a6 .stk-img-wrapper{width:42% !important;} .stk-1c7f29f .stk-img-wrapper{width:46% !important;height:324px !important;} Guest Bio: Dr. Bo Bryson has owned Trinity Chiropractic for over 20 years and authored two books: Create a Trinity Lifestyle and Benefits of the Cross. A cum laude graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic College, he received the Clinical Excellence award and holds a degree in Biology from Georgia Southern University. Dr. Bo lives in Lincoln, NE, with his wife Jennifer and their four children. His life verse is Joshua 1:8. Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course How to Be a Safer Parent – Original Blog Post Create a Trinity Lifestyle – Book Benefits of the Cross – Book Trinity Chiropractic Psalm 116:1-2 Psalm 139 Matthew 10:29-31 Jeremiah 1:5 In Case You Missed It:  Ever wonder why discipline moments spiral out of control so quickly? Yesterday’s mini-episode will help shed some light on why this happens. Don’t miss it: The Neuroscience of Meltdowns: Kids’ Stress Response Explained [Mini-Episode] See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our October podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-xz2j3rn {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xz2j3rn .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-xz2j3rn .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-hfl34rk .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-uz8qxvt .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-vuyoq06 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-vuyoq06 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-vuyoq06 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-vuyoq06 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-vuyoq06 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

Not Perfect. Still Super. Every Family is a Hero… Would you join us at The Table? 💥You can be a hero who helps create ripple effects of family transformation that last for generations to come. Join The Table at $35 and get free access to the Discipline That Connects online course, this month only!💥 Welcome to Superhero Month! We’re launching an exciting series with micro-episodes six days a week, because you are an everyday hero—cape not included! Ever wonder why discipline moments spiral out of control so quickly? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we explore kids stress response and take a sneak peek into the principle that transforms chaotic conflicts into connected conversations: kids learn best when they feel safe. Join Jim and Lynne in an excerpt from the Discipline That Connects online course, as they unpack what true safety looks like and gain practical wisdom along the way. Key Takeaways: Why “fast, large, and loud” backfires (even when it seems to work) The neuroscience behind emotional meltdowns How to shift from fear-based compliance to heart-level learning Practical tools to become the safe parent your child needs Mentioned Today: The Table Monthly Giving Program Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Connected Families Thursday Email Sign-Up In Case You Missed It: Be a part of our growing family and join our “living room” conversation about the current state of Connected Families: Connected Families Framework: A Stewardship Story of Growth and Grace | Ep. 245. See all of our mini-episodes for this MARVEL-ous campaign on our special podcast page. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-efla73d {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-efla73d-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-efla73d-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-efla73d-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-efla73d .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-efla73d .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-efla73d .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-efla73d .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-nbhtqo3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-n6979sz .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Right now: Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 or more per month and get FREE access to our transformative online course, Discipline That Connects for you and a friend! .stk-c94uf71 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-c94uf71 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-c94uf71 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-c94uf71 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-c94uf71 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

In this special “virtual family time” episode about the Connected Families Framework, you’ll hear Jim and Lynne Jackson join Stacy Bellward (host) for a fun conversation about the incredible growth and impact of Connected Families over the past 20+ years. Using the biblical parable of the talents as their start, Connected Families founders share how they’ve stewarded the ministry’s explosive growth, particularly in the last five years, and cast a vision for the future of grace-filled, Christ-centered parenting resources. Listen in and be a part of our family! Key Points: How zero advertising turned to 2.2 million podcast listeners, and more From prison cells to peaceful homes: one mom’s testimony that changed her family trajectory Vision casting for 2030 Mentioned in this podcast: The Table Community Monthly Giving Program How to Grow a Connected Family – Book Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Helping Kids with Anger eBook Matthew 25:14 – 25 – Parable of the Talents Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Framework Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Union Gospel Mission – Spokane Connected Families Thursday Email Sign Up Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table Community, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! NEW ON THE PODCAST: Tap “Follow” in your menu so you don’t miss out! Next month, we are dropping 6 mini-episodes every week, all bite-sized pieces of our core content: Discipline That Connects. Each episode is 15 min (or less). Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families

In this special “virtual family time” episode about the Connected Families Framework, you’ll hear Jim and Lynne Jackson join Stacy Bellward (host) for a fun conversation about the incredible growth and impact of Connected Families over the past 20+ years. Using the biblical parable of the talents as their start, Connected Families founders share how they’ve stewarded the ministry’s explosive growth, particularly in the last five years, and cast a vision for the future of grace-filled, Christ-centered parenting resources. Listen in and be a part of our family! Key Points: How zero advertising turned to 2.2 million podcast listeners, and more From prison cells to peaceful homes: one mom’s testimony that changed her family trajectory Vision casting for 2030 Mentioned in this podcast: The Table Community Monthly Giving Program How to Grow a Connected Family – Book Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book Helping Kids with Anger eBook Matthew 25:14 – 25 – Parable of the Talents Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Framework Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Union Gospel Mission – Spokane Connected Families Thursday Email Sign Up Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table Community, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! NEW ON THE PODCAST: Tap “Follow” in your menu so you don’t miss out! Next month, we are dropping 6 mini-episodes every week, all bite-sized pieces of our core content: Discipline That Connects. Each episode is 15 min (or less). Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-gs37499-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-gs37499{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-gs37499:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-gs37499-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-gs37499-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-gs37499 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gs37499 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-gs37499 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-j6d3ytc .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-j6d3ytc .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-j6d3ytc.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-dz1xab3 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-dz1xab3 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-gtcympe .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-gtcympe .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-gtcympe .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gtcympe .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-gtcympe .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Ever wonder how to help your angry child? Don’t worry, so do many others. This podcast is all about equipping you with practical tools and perspective on dealing with your angry child. Join Stacy Bellward and guest Julie Maas, a certified Connected Families Parent Coach and former RN, as they address the deeper patterns of intense anger, and emphasize the importance of parental compassion. Listen in, because we are all in this together! Key Points: Gain perspective about how your kid’s anger can stem from deeper needs and ways to approach those needs Learn about the brain science behind anger Why leading with grace and following with truth is a strategy parents can use while dealing with anger Discover ways to practice skill building during calm moments Mentioned in this podcast: Anchored Parent Coaching with Julie Maas Ep. 243 | Angry Mom Help: Building Emotional Capacity for Out-of-Control Rage Galatians 6:1 NIV Connected Families Anger eBook Proverbs 15:1 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Julie is a Board Certified Nurse Coach and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach with 30 years of nursing experience. As a mother to biological, foster, and adopted children, she specializes in supporting families navigating trauma, ADHD, and complex behaviors through her business, Anchored Parent Coaching. © 2025 Connected Families

Ever wonder how to help your angry child? Don’t worry, so do many others. This podcast is all about equipping you with practical tools and perspective on dealing with your angry child. Join Stacy Bellward and guest Julie Maas, a certified Connected Families Parent Coach and former RN, as they address the deeper patterns of intense anger, and emphasize the importance of parental compassion. Listen in, because we are all in this together! Key Points: Gain perspective about how your kid’s anger can stem from deeper needs and ways to approach those needs Learn about the brain science behind anger Why leading with grace and following with truth is a strategy parents can use while dealing with anger Discover ways to practice skill building during calm moments Mentioned in this podcast: Anchored Parent Coaching with Julie Maas Ep. 243 | Angry Mom Help: Building Emotional Capacity for Out-of-Control Rage Galatians 6:1 NIV Connected Families Anger eBook Proverbs 15:1 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Julie is a Board Certified Nurse Coach and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach with 30 years of nursing experience. As a mother to biological, foster, and adopted children, she specializes in supporting families navigating trauma, ADHD, and complex behaviors through her business, Anchored Parent Coaching. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-5aeb1f1{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-5aeb1f1:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-5aeb1f1-container{background-color:#ea8c75 !important}.stk-5aeb1f1-container:before{background-color:#ea8c75 !important}.stk-5aeb1f1 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important} .stk-6c063df{margin-bottom:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6c063df-column{--stk-col-order-1:2 !important;--stk-col-order-2:1 !important}} .stk-2596f7e{align-self:center !important}.stk-2596f7e-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-648593d .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:55px !important;color:#ffffff !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-648593d .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}You can help your child with their anger. .stk-67966ad .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;font-weight:600 !important}Learn how to break the addictive anger cycle. Get the FREE ebook, Helping Kids With Anger. .stk-dd8f69c-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-4321daf .stk-img-wrapper{height:750px !important}.stk-4321daf .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4321daf .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}.stk-4321daf .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}}

If you’re searching for angry mom help because you feel like you’re constantly apologizing to your kids for losing your temper, you’re not alone. In this powerful episode, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy, creator of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast, to provide real solutions for mothers who feel out of control. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/angry-mom-help-building-emotional-capacity-for-out/id1464953082?i=1000725454444 Key Points: Discover what’s really underlying your angry outbursts Learn the powerful phrase Elizabeth uses out loud in front of her kids when chaos hits How to stop trying to control your kids and redirect toward the one thing you can control—yourself Mentioned in this podcast: FREE resource: How to become a patient mom so you stop screaming over spilled milk Connected Families Anger eBook Emotionally Healthy Legacy New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional by Paul David Tripp Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Elizabeth is a mom of four, an anger management coach for Christian moms, and the podcast host of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast. With a deep passion for emotional wellness and mental health in motherhood, she helps stressed Christian moms break free from explosive anger and cultivate peace in their homes. Elizabeth empowers women to respond with patience, calm, and emotional regulation by building a Christ-centered legacy of emotional health for the next generation. © 2025 Connected Families

If you’re searching for angry mom help because you feel like you’re constantly apologizing to your kids for losing your temper, you’re not alone. In this powerful episode, host Stacy Bellward sits down with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy, creator of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast, to provide real solutions for mothers who feel out of control. Key Points: Discover what’s really underlying your angry outbursts Learn the powerful phrase Elizabeth uses out loud in front of her kids when chaos hits How to stop trying to control your kids and redirect toward the one thing you can control—yourself Mentioned in this podcast: FREE resource: How to become a patient mom so you stop screaming over spilled milk Connected Families Anger eBook Emotionally Healthy Legacy New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional by Paul David Tripp Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Elizabeth is a mom of four, an anger management coach for Christian moms, and the podcast host of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast. With a deep passion for emotional wellness and mental health in motherhood, she helps stressed Christian moms break free from explosive anger and cultivate peace in their homes. Elizabeth empowers women to respond with patience, calm, and emotional regulation by building a Christ-centered legacy of emotional health for the next generation. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-exfiwkj{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-exfiwkj:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-exfiwkj-container{background-color:#ea8c75 !important}.stk-exfiwkj-container:before{background-color:#ea8c75 !important}.stk-exfiwkj .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important} .stk-xzas87d{margin-bottom:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xzas87d-column{--stk-col-order-1:2 !important;--stk-col-order-2:1 !important}} .stk-qsvuicw{align-self:center !important}.stk-qsvuicw-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-cfay819 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:55px !important;color:#ffffff !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-cfay819 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}You can help your child with their anger. .stk-4xdinot .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;font-weight:600 !important}Learn how to break the addictive anger cycle. Get the FREE ebook, Helping Kids With Anger. .stk-et0yubn-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-kb2h3za .stk-img-wrapper{height:750px !important}.stk-kb2h3za .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-kb2h3za .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}.stk-kb2h3za .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}}

Hear how one Minnesota church partners with Connected Families for family ministry ideas that truly equip and support their families. In this episode about partnerships, Stacy Bellward (host) and Cindy Wilson (Connected Families Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager) are joined by special guests Justie Vavra and Megan Thorp to discover how the transformative Connected Families Framework is available to anyone to bring to their communities. If you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, or ministry leader, listen in to learn how you can make an impact in your sphere of influence. Key Points: Summer church attendance exploded in Minnesota. What did they do? How high schoolers are applying the CF Framework with sensitive kids How one parent can impact the entire church culture Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Book: How to Grow a Connected Family by Jim and Lynne Jackson Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Book: Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart by Jim and Lynne Jackson Sensitive and Intense Kids Online Course Grace and Truth for Parents Online Course Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Megan Thorp:As a parent coach, Megan helps parents gain confidence and create homes where everyone feels valued and connected. She’ll equip you with skills to build lasting relationships with your kids and bring more peace and joy into your family. Megan has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and is a Certified Parent Coach through Connected Families. She enjoys time with her husband and 3 kids. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. Justie Vavra:Justie Vavra is a devoted mother of three (ages 8, 10, and 11) and has been married to her husband Chris for 15 years. A former elementary school teacher, she now serves as Executive Pastor at Mercy Hill Church, which partners with Connected Families. Justie is passionate about guiding the next generation and nurturing connection and growth within her family and community through God’s grace and truth. © 2025 Connected Families

Hear how one Minnesota church partners with Connected Families for family ministry ideas that truly equip and support their families. In this episode about partnerships, Stacy Bellward (host) and Cindy Wilson (Connected Families Ministry Partnership & Research Program Manager) are joined by special guests Justie Vavra and Megan Thorp to discover how the transformative Connected Families Framework is available to anyone to bring to their communities. If you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, or ministry leader, listen in to learn how you can make an impact in your sphere of influence. Key Points: Summer church attendance exploded in Minnesota. What did they do? How high schoolers are applying the CF Framework with sensitive kids How one parent can impact the entire church culture Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Book: How to Grow a Connected Family by Jim and Lynne Jackson Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart Online Course Book: Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart by Jim and Lynne Jackson Sensitive and Intense Kids Online Course Grace and Truth for Parents Online Course Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Megan Thorp:As a parent coach, Megan helps parents gain confidence and create homes where everyone feels valued and connected. She’ll equip you with skills to build lasting relationships with your kids and bring more peace and joy into your family. Megan has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and is a Certified Parent Coach through Connected Families. She enjoys time with her husband and 3 kids. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. Justie Vavra:Justie Vavra is a devoted mother of three (ages 8, 10, and 11) and has been married to her husband Chris for 15 years. A former elementary school teacher, she now serves as Executive Pastor at Mercy Hill Church, which partners with Connected Families. Justie is passionate about guiding the next generation and nurturing connection and growth within her family and community through God’s grace and truth. © 2025 Connected Families Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-z6q9m8x-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-z6q9m8x{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-z6q9m8x:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-z6q9m8x-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-z6q9m8x-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-z6q9m8x .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-z6q9m8x .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-z6q9m8x .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-p6nhbo5 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-p6nhbo5 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-p6nhbo5.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-5yhwpxf .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5yhwpxf .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-bo5ihru .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-bo5ihru .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-bo5ihru .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-bo5ihru .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-bo5ihru .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de una de las herramientas para entrenar a tus hijos. Esta herramienta te ayudará a tener ojos de fé en medio del mal comportamiento de tus hijos y encontrar los dones que Dios ha puesto en ellos. Temas mencionados en este podcast:  Marco de referencia para una familia conectada Gifts Gone Awry See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa! .stk-2a75add {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-263b684 , .stk-263b684 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-263b684 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. 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Youth sports are shaping our kids’ lives in profound ways. Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith, co-authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, join us in today’s conversation to explore how parents can transform the youth sports experience into powerful discipleship moments that align with God’s design for our families. Whether your child is a budding athlete or just loves to play for fun, this conversation will equip you with biblical wisdom to help sports strengthen your kid’s character. Key points: Discover ways that the sports culture is discipling your kids Learn a game-changing mindset shift to love faithfully within the youth sports system Parents, get equipped with ideas for using youth sports as a mission for God Mentioned in this podcast: Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports Daniel 1:8-21 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Ed Uszynski is an author, speaker, and sports minister with over three decades’ experience discipling college and professional athletes. His latest book is Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. He’s written articles, essays, and training manuals at the intersection of faith and sport. He has two theological degrees from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a PhD in American Culture Studies from Bowling Green State University. He and his wife, Amy, have four children and live in Xenia, Ohio. Ed can be found at: X: @uszynski32 Facebook: @ed.uszynski.3 Brian Smith is the author of several books including his latest Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports and The Christian Athlete: Glorifying God in Sports. He has been on staff with Athletes in Action since 2008. A graduate of Wake Forest University, Brian has a master’s degree in Theology and Sports Studies from Baylor University. He lives in Lowell, Michigan, with his wife and three kids. © 2025 Connected Families

Youth sports are shaping our kids’ lives in profound ways. Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith, co-authors of Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, join us in today’s conversation to explore how parents can transform the youth sports experience into powerful discipleship moments that align with God’s design for our families. Whether your child is a budding athlete or just loves to play for fun, this conversation will equip you with biblical wisdom to help sports strengthen your kid’s character. Key points: Discover ways that the sports culture is discipling your kids Learn a game-changing mindset shift to love faithfully within the youth sports system Parents, get equipped with ideas for using youth sports as a mission for God Mentioned in this podcast: Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports Daniel 1:8-21 NIV Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Ed Uszynski is an author, speaker, and sports minister with over three decades’ experience discipling college and professional athletes. His latest book is Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports. He’s written articles, essays, and training manuals at the intersection of faith and sport. He has two theological degrees from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a PhD in American Culture Studies from Bowling Green State University. He and his wife, Amy, have four children and live in Xenia, Ohio. Ed can be found at: X: @uszynski32 Facebook: @ed.uszynski.3 Brian Smith is the author of several books including his latest Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports and The Christian Athlete: Glorifying God in Sports. He has been on staff with Athletes in Action since 2008. A graduate of Wake Forest University, Brian has a master’s degree in Theology and Sports Studies from Baylor University. He lives in Lowell, Michigan, with his wife and three kids. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-puco5u5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-puco5u5 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-puco5u5:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-puco5u5-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-puco5u5-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-puco5u5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-0q4brst {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-otycfik-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-kqs3995 .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-kqs3995 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-kqs3995 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-aig29pr {align-self:center !important;}.stk-aig29pr-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-wlcj37c .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-me730wh {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-a7b696e {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-7k7am0q .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7k7am0q .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-7k7am0q .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-cksy70e , .stk-cksy70e .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-cksy70e {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-cksy70e .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-cksy70e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-cksy70e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Back-to-school stress is a real thing! Lynne Jackson sits down with Certified Parent coaches, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, to encourage us through this back-to-school season. Parents themselves, the Jacobs’ know firsthand the various stressors this season can bring to families. Packed with resources, this episode is one you’ll want to have your pen and paper ready for as they fill us with hope in communicating to our kids: “You are Safe, Loved, Called and Capable, and Responsible!” Key Takeaways: The Foundation Shift: How to cast our cares on the Lord and not our children The brain benefits of sleep and how Proverbs 27 can help us in the morning Discover how to equip your kids with their purpose during the school day Learn how to turn grades into character-building tools Mentioned in this podcast: Proverbs 27:14 Numbers 6:24-25 Psalm 127:2 Your Amazing Brain Book by Jessica Sinarski Connected Families Sleep Ebook – Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles Episode 193 | Agape Love: The Surprising Time Your Child Needs It Most Podcast Episode Facing Mighty Fears About Being Apart From Parents by Dawn Huebner Blog Post: Help! My Anxious Child Cries When Dropped Off At Daycare Episode 143 | Is your Child Crying at School or Daycare Drop-Off? Episode 239 | Back-to-School Transition Tips for Sensitive Children with Sarah Collins MSOT, OTR/L Children’s Key Information Form *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Parents of three girls, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, found Connected Families after trying many other parenting approaches and resources. Jewelia brings a background working with families of children with special needs in both professional and ministry spaces. Jason is experienced in training and working with children, families, and teachers. They both work to bring grace and healing, while helping families lead with confidence and intentionality. © 2025 Connected Families

Back-to-school stress is a real thing! Lynne Jackson sits down with Certified Parent coaches, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, to encourage us through this back-to-school season. Parents themselves, the Jacobs’ know firsthand the various stressors this season can bring to families. Packed with resources, this episode is one you’ll want to have your pen and paper ready for as they fill us with hope in communicating to our kids: “You are Safe, Loved, Called and Capable, and Responsible!” Key Takeaways: The Foundation Shift: How to cast our cares on the Lord and not our children The brain benefits of sleep and how Proverbs 27 can help us in the morning Discover how to equip your kids with their purpose during the school day Learn how to turn grades into character-building tools Mentioned in this podcast: Proverbs 27:14 Numbers 6:24-25 Psalm 127:2 Your Amazing Brain Book by Jessica Sinarski Connected Families Sleep Ebook – Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles Episode 193 | Agape Love: The Surprising Time Your Child Needs It Most Podcast Episode Facing Mighty Fears About Being Apart From Parents by Dawn Huebner Blog Post: Help! My Anxious Child Cries When Dropped Off At Daycare Episode 143 | Is your Child Crying at School or Daycare Drop-Off? Episode 239 | Back-to-School Transition Tips for Sensitive Children with Sarah Collins MSOT, OTR/L Children’s Key Information Form *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Parents of three girls, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, found Connected Families after trying many other parenting approaches and resources. Jewelia brings a background working with families of children with special needs in both professional and ministry spaces. Jason is experienced in training and working with children, families, and teachers. They both work to bring grace and healing, while helping families lead with confidence and intentionality. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-1c0mkqn-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-1c0mkqn {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-1c0mkqn:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-1c0mkqn-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-1c0mkqn-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-1c0mkqn .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-whsuob6 {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-5l17s4i-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-595srbf .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-595srbf .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-595srbf .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-lm806yb {align-self:center !important;}.stk-lm806yb-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-5sgdam9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-6ywv4fa {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-m9cdfbw {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-o6yig4d .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-o6yig4d .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-o6yig4d .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-2qgrlaq , .stk-2qgrlaq .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-2qgrlaq {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-2qgrlaq .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-2qgrlaq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2qgrlaq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

In today’s podcast we offer many practical tools and back-to-school transition tips for sensitive children. Whether it’s you or one of your kids, we all know someone who has woken up on the “wrong side of the bed.” Hear from Stacy, our host, and Occupational Therapists Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, as you discover how to think through your daily rhythms in unique ways to help balance the sensory needs of your family this back-to-school season. Key Takeaways: Practical ideas to meet your kids’ unique morning needs How your kid’s backpack can become a regulation tool Ways that code words, chocolate, and swings can help you throughout the day Learn to navigate picky eating at dinner Mentioned in this podcast: Back-to-School Sensory Plan PDF Worksheet A Chameleon Tale: A Colorful, Sensory Story Book by Sarah Collins Connected Families Podcast Ep. 219 | From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities Sensitive & Intense Kids Course Morning Sensory Dysregulation Article Solve That After-School Crabbiness Article Picky, Picky! My Child Won’t Eat Anything But Junk Food Ebook Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles Ebook Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist (OT) with a background in pediatrics and home health. She is also a homeschooling parent, and her company, Homeschool OT, was established in 2019. She focuses on helping parents make the match between the homeschool and their children’s current skill set, all while working toward what their children specifically need and want to do to occupy their time. She does this by consulting, teaching, building community, and communicating at conferences. Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families

In today’s podcast we offer many practical tools and back-to-school transition tips for sensitive children. Whether it’s you or one of your kids, we all know someone who has woken up on the “wrong side of the bed.” Hear from Stacy, our host, and Occupational Therapists Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, as you discover how to think through your daily rhythms in unique ways to help balance the sensory needs of your family this back-to-school season. Key Takeaways: Practical ideas to meet your kids’ unique morning needs How your kid’s backpack can become a regulation tool Ways that code words, chocolate, and swings can help you throughout the day Learn to navigate picky eating at dinner Mentioned in this podcast: Back-to-School Sensory Plan PDF Worksheet A Chameleon Tale: A Colorful, Sensory Story Book by Sarah Collins Connected Families Podcast Ep. 219 | From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities Sensitive & Intense Kids Course Morning Sensory Dysregulation Article Solve That After-School Crabbiness Article Picky, Picky! My Child Won’t Eat Anything But Junk Food Ebook Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles Ebook Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist (OT) with a background in pediatrics and home health. She is also a homeschooling parent, and her company, Homeschool OT, was established in 2019. She focuses on helping parents make the match between the homeschool and their children’s current skill set, all while working toward what their children specifically need and want to do to occupy their time. She does this by consulting, teaching, building community, and communicating at conferences. Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-8wniy5d{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-8wniy5d-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-8wniy5d-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-8wniy5d-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-8wniy5d .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-oyy7hfi .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-l7gqmp1{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-l7gqmp1 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-93r2ng7 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-pa41wgq .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-pa41wgq .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-pa41wgq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-pa41wgq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Five years ago, Connected Families had certified parent coaches in just one country. Today? Connected Families is collaborating with CF Certified Parent Coaches in 20 countries and across four continents to provide culturally-sensitive biblical parenting resources. As Chad Hayenga reflected on our podcast, “In the early years, we did not know how the Connected Families Framework would translate into other languages or cultures.” What has become wonderfully clear is that the Connected Families Framework is a culturally sensitive parenting tool, and God is using it to bless families from many languages and cultures. One by one, ministry leaders from around the globe have discovered Connected Families and sought to adapt tools like “Do-overs,” “Slow, Low & Listen,” and “Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart” to their own cultural contexts. Many joined our Parent Coach Certification Program to serve families in their communities. The numbers tell an amazing story of God’s faithfulness: 2020: 5 coaches in the US, 140 families supported 2025: 100+ certified coaches across 20 countries, 1,400+ families supported We’re witnessing God’s love transcend both language barriers and cultural boundaries, creating a truly global community of families experiencing God’s grace and truth. Come along with us as we journey across the globe to see what God is doing through some of our amazing Certified Parent Coaches. *Note: Interested in having a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach come to speak at your church or gathering? Check out our newly renovated Workshop Speaker page to learn more. As you will learn in this blog post, we now have coaches and speakers available worldwide!* .stk-45358c3 {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} Want more detailed stories? Tune in to Episode 238 of the Connected Families Podcast, “Impact: The Unexpected Global Parenting Movement Changing Lives Worldwide” for even more stories. .stk-cfff428 , .stk-cfff428 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-cfff428 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;} LISTEN NOW Culturally-sensitive parenting resources across the globe Africa Ethiopia: Getu Melkamu works for Compassion International in Ethiopia. Getu recently led a Connected Families workshop for 450 Christian ministry workers, equipping them to ensure that all children can feel safe, loved, called & capable, and responsible. Europe Finland: Whether it’s workshops, coaching, or online courses, Mari Cerny finds great joy in prayerfully translating Connected Families resources into Finnish. Communities are eagerly awaiting this transformative content in their native language. When parents’ understanding of God as the ultimate Parent becomes clear—through experiencing His compassion, grace, patience, and abundant mercy—it creates deep healing and provides the foundation from which all other parenting tools flow with genuine power. Co-Founders, Jim & Lynne Jackson, with the Cernys in Finland. Co-Founder Lynne Jackson with Mari Cerny. The Framework translated into Finnish! United Kingdom: Ruth Wharton is based in Malvern, Worcestershire. She is the first Connected Families Certified Coach in the UK. Ruth works part-time for a local charity that supports people with autism, and is a mother of five. For twelve years, she worked alongside her husband, looking after 60 teenage boys in an English boarding school. It was then that they first discovered Connected Families. “There are not enough words to say what Connected Families has done for my family and my relationship with God” -coaching client in the UK Watch the video below to hear from Ruth in her own words. Asia Philippines: Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, Samantha (Thammie) Sy, and her husband, Dennis (a pastor), live in Manila, Philippines. They have a deep influence in adoption and foster care ministry in their community. Thammie was looking for a tool to help disciple parents and families in her church and broader community in a more gospel-centered and science-informed way, and with a biblical lens. Then she discovered Connected Families. Recently God opened a door for her to present the Connected Families Framework from metro Manila and beyond and launch a coaching group with parents of kids from toddlers to teens! She says, “I believe that when parents encounter the Gospel in how they raise their children, generations will be changed.” You can check out the podcast Samantha does with her husband here: Our Parent Hood podcast Samantha Sy presenting a workshop for 250 people together with Co-Founder Lynne Jackson in the Philippines. North America Canada: Steve Bourque lives in Sarnia, ON, Canada, with his wife and 3 children and is a former children’s and family pastor at his church. He is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and also works for Family Life Canada. (Family Life Canada is also a Ministry Partner* with Connected Families! Here is what he has witnessed: A surprising aspect of coaching is how parents come seeking practical answers but leave with profound hope and a sense of grace. One dad, despite family upheaval, used his coaching sessions to write a two-page parenting vision statement that included six transformed belief statements. He shifted from “I feel like a failed parent and husband” to “God qualifies me to be a husband and parent and views me through the lens and blood of Jesus, not through my failures.” This demonstrates how bringing parental burdens to Jesus transforms our perspective and shifts focus to His greater purpose. *Click HERE to learn more about how your church or organization can become a Ministry Partner.* Steve Bourque teaching a workshop in Canada. The Spanish-speaking community is growing Luisa Wendt was born in Colombia, South America, and brings a taste of South America to the United States! She currently lives in Iowa with her husband and is actively involved in the translation of Connected Families resources such as podcast episodes and blog posts into Spanish. Here is what she tells us: One of my favorite moments of sharing the Connected Families framework is seeing the spark of hope ignite again in the faces of the parents who have been looking for ways to understand and relate better to their children. One Sunday, I was presenting a Discipline that Connects workshop to a few parents from Honduras, Mexico, and Panamá. Parents with kids as young as newborns and as old as 50. Because our kids are 6 and under, at the end of the workshops, I usually hear from young families about how the CF Framework will be so helpful as they continue to raise their kids. This Sunday, however, the first one to come to me was a 70-year-old mom who wanted to have a better relationship with her 50-year-old son. I won’t forget her words: “Thank you, Luisa, for assuring me that it is never too late to make things right, to try a do-over, and connect with my son. He may be fifty, but he will always be my child and though I do not know how much time I have left in this life, I want to stop pointing the finger at him hoping he will change and I will ask God to help me change by asking: ‘Lord, show me what is going on in me.’” I left that workshop thanking God once again for the beauty, truth, and goodness shared by Connected Families. As you can see from the stories above, God’s heart for families knows no boundaries! Whether it is through Ministry Partnerships or Certified Parent Coaches, the messages of “You are SAFE, You are LOVED, You are CALLED & CAPABLE, and You are RESPONSIBLE” are spreading exponentially. As we look toward the future, we’re filled with anticipation for how He will continue to expand Connected Families so more families can experience God’s grace and truth. “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20 © 2025 Connected Families

In this exciting episode, we explore how Connected Families has evolved from a Minnesota-based ministry into a global parenting resource for families worldwide. Host Stacy Bellward, along with Chad Hayenga, Connected Families Education and Equipping Director, is “visiting” other countries to share with you the impact the Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches are having on a global scale. Listen in to hear the testimony of how grace-centered, gospel-focused parenting translates across cultures. Key Takeaways: The story behind an “accidental” global movement of Connected Families How an Ethiopian workshop drew 450 leaders Hear how our God is answering Finnish believers’ prayers for revival Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Workshop Speakers Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Blog post: Culturally-Sensitive Biblical Parenting Resources Our Parent Hood podcast (Philippines) Family Life Canada Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees parent coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2025 Connected Families

In this exciting episode, we explore how Connected Families has evolved from a Minnesota-based ministry into a global parenting resource for families worldwide. Host Stacy Bellward, along with Chad Hayenga, Connected Families Education and Equipping Director, is “visiting” other countries to share with you the impact the Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches are having on a global scale. Listen in to hear the testimony of how grace-centered, gospel-focused parenting translates across cultures. Key Takeaways: The story behind an “accidental” global movement of Connected Families How an Ethiopian workshop drew 450 leaders Hear how our God is answering Finnish believers’ prayers for revival Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Connected Families Workshop Speakers Connected Families Ministry Partnership Program Blog post: Culturally-Sensitive Biblical Parenting Resources Our Parent Hood podcast (Philippines) Family Life Canada Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees parent coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-8hp6nl6-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-8hp6nl6 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-8hp6nl6:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-8hp6nl6-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-8hp6nl6-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-8hp6nl6 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-inje8sm {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-wbmi9hb-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-1ktbti3 .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-1ktbti3 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-1ktbti3 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-driol6p {align-self:center !important;}.stk-driol6p-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-5o48gli .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-q7a74rc {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-uxl40tz {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-higsmp4 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-higsmp4 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-higsmp4 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-1nkt6fr , .stk-1nkt6fr .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-1nkt6fr {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-1nkt6fr .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-1nkt6fr .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1nkt6fr .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Everybody needs conflict resolution skills, but it shows up particularly for kids during the summer when they’ve got more free time to hang out with siblings and neighbors. What does conflict resolution for kids look like? Today we’re welcoming back Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Nicole Gillette and Lyssa Stoyko to discuss how to view summer as an ideal opportunity to teach your kids conflict resolution skills. They walk us through the practical, four-step peace process that takes the overwhelm out of conflict. In this episode, you’ll learn how to guide your kids from crazy mountain to reconciliation meadow! Check out this video preview for what you’ll learn in this podcast. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/P9DzGI4SSPM Key Points: Sometimes we can have unhelpful beliefs about conflict, and it can be encouraging to shift those beliefs toward viewing conflict as an opportunity for growth. The peace process helps us move our kids from “Crazy Mountain” to “Reconciliation Meadow.” Parents are responsible for teaching and guiding children through conflict, but the conflicts are theirs to resolve. Helping siblings see and focus on the good about each other can be helpful when relationships are in need of connection. Mentioned in this podcast: Beyond Boredom: Creating Rhythms with Your Kids in Mind | Ep. 236 BLOGPOST: Siblings Arguing Again? Here’s 3 Tips to Help You Know When to Step In and Help Your Kids BLOGPOST: Have You Experienced the Benefits of Child-Led Play? Sibling Conflict Online Course Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Calming Strategies from the Connected Families Website Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Lyssa Stoyko is a wife, foster, and adoptive mama of three children who are six, six and a half, and seven years old. Her house is active and noisy! She is also a Connected Famlies Certified Coach. Along with her parent coaching company, she hosts the podcast “Moms Take Ten.” Nicole Gillette is a teacher, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, and founder of the non-profit Raising Wonder, with experience supporting educators, families, and children. After working for over a decade in a wide variety of schools, Nicole now focuses on equipping adults with tools for connection, communication, and confidence as they raise and love the kids in their lives. She is also helping lead a local nonprofit that offers an indoor playspace designed to foster community and play-based learning for young children and their caregivers. Nicole is a mom of two kids! You can also find Raising Wonder on Facebook and Instagram. © 2025 Connected Families

Everybody needs conflict resolution skills, but it shows up particularly for kids during the summer when they’ve got more free time to hang out with siblings and neighbors. What does conflict resolution for kids look like? Today we’re welcoming back Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Nicole Gillette and Lyssa Stoyko to discuss how to view summer as an ideal opportunity to teach your kids conflict resolution skills. They walk us through the practical, four-step peace process that takes the overwhelm out of conflict. In this episode, you’ll learn how to guide your kids from crazy mountain to reconciliation meadow! Check out this video preview for what you’ll learn in this podcast. Key Points: Sometimes we can have unhelpful beliefs about conflict, and it can be encouraging to shift those beliefs toward viewing conflict as an opportunity for growth. The peace process helps us move our kids from “Crazy Mountain” to “Reconciliation Meadow.” Parents are responsible for teaching and guiding children through conflict, but the conflicts are theirs to resolve. Helping siblings see and focus on the good about each other can be helpful when relationships are in need of connection. Mentioned in this podcast: Beyond Boredom: Creating Rhythms with Your Kids in Mind | Ep. 236 BLOGPOST: Siblings Arguing Again? Here’s 3 Tips to Help You Know When to Step In and Help Your Kids BLOGPOST: Have You Experienced the Benefits of Child-Led Play? Sibling Conflict Online Course Connected Families Certified Parent Coaching Program Calming Strategies from the Connected Families Website Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Lyssa Stoyko is a wife, foster, and adoptive mama of three children who are six, six and a half, and seven years old. Her house is active and noisy! She is also a Connected Famlies Certified Coach. Along with her parent coaching company, she hosts the podcast “Moms Take Ten.” Nicole Gillette is a teacher, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, and founder of the non-profit Raising Wonder, with experience supporting educators, families, and children. After working for over a decade in a wide variety of schools, Nicole now focuses on equipping adults with tools for connection, communication, and confidence as they raise and love the kids in their lives. 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Through today’s podcast, feel equipped with parenting ideas that transform chaotic summer days and summer boredom into opportunities for family connection and growth. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward interviews Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Nicole Gillette and Lyssa Stoyko. They share real-world and practical wisdom for summer success with kids at home during the break. Check out this video preview for what you’ll learn in this podcast! https://youtube.com/shorts/NTcV0awXV0Y?si=-z570-2HYqmT-RpU Key Points: Acknowledging your beliefs and expectations about summer can mean addressing how it looks different from what you expected, and that’s okay. Maintaining routines and flexible structure can help kids during the summer Scheduling activities that intentionally help posture your family for success by balancing what they need and what you are able to provide as a parent Using questions and narration can be really helpful during challenging times of transition Mentioned in this podcast: The Peace Process Sibling Conflict Online Course (use coupon code: Sibling19 to take the course for $19) Power of Questions Online Course Luke 8:22-25 Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs. Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Lyssa Stoyko is a wife, foster, and adoptive mama of three children who are six, six and a half, and seven years old. Her house is active and noisy! Along with her parent coaching company, she hosts the podcast “Moms Take Ten.” Nicole Gillette is a teacher, Connected Families certified parent coach, and founder of the non-profit Raising Wonder, with experience supporting educators, families, and children. After working for over a decade in a wide variety of schools, Nicole now focuses on equipping adults with tools for connection, communication, and confidence as they raise and love the kids in their lives. She is also helping lead a local nonprofit that offers an indoor playspace designed to foster community and play-based learning for young children and their caregivers. Nicole is a mom of two kids! You can also find Raising Wonder on Facebook and Instagram. © 2025 Connected Families

Through today’s podcast, feel equipped with parenting ideas that transform chaotic summer days and summer boredom into opportunities for family connection and growth. In this episode, host Stacy Bellward interviews Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Nicole Gillette and Lyssa Stoyko. They share real-world and practical wisdom for summer success with kids at home during the break. Check out this video preview for what you’ll learn in this podcast! Key Points: Acknowledging your beliefs and expectations about summer can mean addressing how it looks different from what you expected, and that’s okay. Maintaining routines and flexible structure can help kids during the summer Scheduling activities that intentionally help posture your family for success by balancing what they need and what you are able to provide as a parent Using questions and narration can be really helpful during challenging times of transition Mentioned in this podcast: The Peace Process Sibling Conflict Online Course (use coupon code: Sibling19 to take the course for $19) Power of Questions Online Course Luke 8:22-25 Visit our website for additional resources to support your parenting needs.Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Lyssa Stoyko is a wife, foster, and adoptive mama of three children who are six, six and a half, and seven years old. Her house is active and noisy! Along with her parent coaching company, she hosts the podcast “Moms Take Ten.” Nicole Gillette is a teacher, Connected Families certified parent coach, and founder of the non-profit Raising Wonder, with experience supporting educators, families, and children. After working for over a decade in a wide variety of schools, Nicole now focuses on equipping adults with tools for connection, communication, and confidence as they raise and love the kids in their lives. She is also helping lead a local nonprofit that offers an indoor playspace designed to foster community and play-based learning for young children and their caregivers. Nicole is a mom of two kids! You can also find Raising Wonder on Facebook and Instagram. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-q4mxwa8 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-q4mxwa8:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-q4mxwa8 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-xt30r52-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-xt30r52 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(48.2% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (min-width:690px) and (max-width:999px){.stk-xt30r52 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(50% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-knce2zj .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;width:100% !important;height:auto !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-knce2zj .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;height:auto !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-knce2zj .stk-img-wrapper{height:auto !important;}} .stk-dhyvojw-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-dhyvojw-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-dhyvojw {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5, #e8e8e8) !important;}.stk-dhyvojw:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5, #e8e8e8) !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-dhyvojw {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(51.79999999999998% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (min-width:690px) and (max-width:999px){.stk-dhyvojw {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(50% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-dhyvojw-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}} .stk-agbelmh .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-agbelmh .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}Special July Offer Join The Table this month and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sibling Conflict online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. Join Today!

Homeschooling can be delightful, beautiful, and an amazing privilege! It can also be hard. You can move beyond homeschool stress and experience peace in your home. Today we’ve got Marni Love and Amy Nyvall, homeschool moms and Connected Families certified parent coaches, here to address the real challenges homeschool families face daily. From sibling conflicts, pushback during lessons, and the toxic beliefs about ourselves and our children, they share vulnerable stories and practical strategies for creating a peaceful learning environment. This episode serves as an introduction to their upcoming LIVE Homeschooling Webinar “Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence“. In the webinar they’ll dive deeper into practical tools for homeschool families seeking to apply the Connected Families Framework. Key Points: Common challenges homeschool families face that are different than the ideals in our minds Replacing toxic beliefs about yourself and your children with grace-filled truths that you review regularly Practical strategies for handling pushback and emotional moments during lessons How the concept of “slow, low, and listen” can help families when tensions rise during the day Creating margin in your school day for connection and conflict resolution Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Parent Coach Certification Program Sensitive & Intense Kids online course FREE PDF: Slow/Low/Listen You Lost Your Temper with Your Child: How to Make Things Better Again Marni Love Website Learn more about Amy Nyvall: Coach Profile REGISTER NOW: Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence July 16th 10:00am CST Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here: https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/amy-nyvall/. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. © 2025 Connected Families

Homeschooling can be delightful, beautiful, and an amazing privilege! It can also be hard. You can move beyond homeschool stress and experience peace in your home. Today we’ve got Marni Love and Amy Nyvall, homeschool moms and Connected Families certified parent coaches, here to address the real challenges homeschool families face daily. From sibling conflicts, pushback during lessons, and the toxic beliefs about ourselves and our children, they share vulnerable stories and practical strategies for creating a peaceful learning environment. This episode serves as an introduction to their upcoming LIVE Homeschooling Webinar “Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence“. In the webinar they’ll dive deeper into practical tools for homeschool families seeking to apply the Connected Families Framework. Key Points: Common challenges homeschool families face that are different than the ideals in our minds Replacing toxic beliefs about yourself and your children with grace-filled truths that you review regularly Practical strategies for handling pushback and emotional moments during lessons How the concept of “slow, low, and listen” can help families when tensions rise during the day Creating margin in your school day for connection and conflict resolution Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Parent Coach Certification Program Sensitive & Intense Kids online course FREE PDF: Slow/Low/Listen You Lost Your Temper with Your Child: How to Make Things Better Again Marni Love Website Learn more about Amy Nyvall: Coach Profile REGISTER NOW: Homeschool Discipline: 4 Ways to Cultivate Calm, Connection, and Confidence July 16th 10:00am CST Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here: https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/amy-nyvall/. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ca0bf67 {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5, #e8e8e8) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-ca0bf67:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5, #e8e8e8) !important;}.stk-ca0bf67 .stk-block-hero__content{align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-f2db2b7-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-3f5d883 .stk-img-wrapper{width:82% !important;height:550px !important;}.stk-3f5d883 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3f5d883 .stk-img-wrapper{height:450px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3f5d883 .stk-img-wrapper{height:366px !important;}} .stk-68f543b-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-68f543b-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;} .stk-9650be9 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:20px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9650be9 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:20px !important;}}Are math lessons causing meltdowns?Is your homeschool calendar overwhelming everyone? Join experienced homeschool moms and Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Amy and Marni for a transformative webinar designed to help you move beyond daily power struggles by fostering genuine connection and nurturing your child’s confidence. Learn how to connect before you correct, coach your kids toward responsibility, and create a peaceful, joy-filled learning environment. Register Now

In honor of Father’s Day, Jim Jackson and Mike Tobie have a conversation about empathy. Mike Tobie shares his authentic journey in developing grace and empathy with his family. This powerful conversation explores how showing God’s grace and empathy can be applied in equipping our children and how that models Christ to them. In this episode, you’ll discover the transformational healing that can happen when parents move toward their children in a way that connects with their hearts. Key Points: Offering understanding helps our children feel safe and supported rather than alone and ashamed Understanding God’s unconditional grace can deepen our capacity to extend empathy and grace to our children These principles of empathy can apply to marriages, ministry, and all other relationships as we become “a light of the Gospel.” Mentioned in this podcast: Philippians 4:8 Hebrews 4:15 1 Kings 19:11-13 Connected Families Parent Coach Certification Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate this podcast to help others discover the show easily! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Born and raised in Chicagoland, Mike has been in Sacramento, CA for 10 years. He has been married to Kelly for 9 years, and they have three children, ages 1, 3, and 6. Mike has been in full-time sport ministry for the past 3 years, and is preparing to move to Guatemala this summer to launch a sports ministry. He is currently in Phase 2 of the Connected Families Parent Coach Program. © 2025 Connected Families

In honor of Father’s Day, Jim Jackson and Mike Tobie have a conversation about empathy. Mike Tobie shares his authentic journey in developing grace and empathy with his family. This powerful conversation explores how showing God’s grace and empathy can be applied in equipping our children and how that models Christ to them. In this episode, you’ll discover the transformational healing that can happen when parents move toward their children in a way that connects with their hearts. Key Points: Offering understanding helps our children feel safe and supported rather than alone and ashamed Understanding God’s unconditional grace can deepen our capacity to extend empathy and grace to our children These principles of empathy can apply to marriages, ministry, and all other relationships as we become “a light of the Gospel.” Mentioned in this podcast: Philippians 4:8 Hebrews 4:15 1 Kings 19:11-13 Connected Families Parent Coach Certification Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate this podcast to help others discover the show easily! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Born and raised in Chicagoland, Mike has been in Sacramento, CA for 10 years. He has been married to Kelly for 9 years, and they have three children, ages 1, 3, and 6. Mike has been in full-time sport ministry for the past 3 years, and is preparing to move to Guatemala this summer to launch a sports ministry. He is currently in Phase 2 of the Connected Families Parent Coach Program. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-14eb4a5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-14eb4a5 {background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/family-table-flipped.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important;}.stk-14eb4a5-container{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-14eb4a5-container:before{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-14eb4a5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:300px !important;max-width:400px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-14eb4a5 {background-position:center right !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;}} .stk-a848eca .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}Parenting is 24/7. Parenting resources and support should be too. .stk-945cf01 {margin-bottom:1px !important;}.stk-945cf01 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important;}You’ve experienced the confidence, clarity, and calling of biblical parenting wisdom. Your support makes this transformation possible for others. .stk-37c3ae8 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important;}Join our monthly donor community, The Table, to bring Christ-centered help and hope to families daily. .stk-6b4031e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6b4031e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6b4031e .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-9906cf2 .stk-button{background:#c46c54 !important;}.stk-9906cf2 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#a2b0b8 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-9906cf2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-9906cf2 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9906cf2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I want to join The Table!

Even if your kids aren’t struggling with screen addiction, Connected Families co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson want to help you shift the conversation away from a big “No” to a big “Yes!” In this episode, you will discover how to apply this transformative approach to managing screen time in your family. Listen in to help your children find their God-given purpose and calling beyond screens! Key Points: Jim and Lynne share how their initial parenting approach toward screens escalated with their son, leading them back to the Foundation level of the framework Mutual accountability with daily screen usage creates trust and open dialogue in a world where screens are here to stay Helping your children discover real-world activities that align with their God-given gifts Mentioned in this podcast: The Mindful Marriage by Ron & Nan Deal and Terry & Sharon Hargrave Driver’s Training for Social Media Online Course Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed Good Pictures, Bad Pictures 1 Corinthians 6:12 Luke 2:52 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families

Even if your kids aren’t struggling with screen addiction, Connected Families co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson want to help you shift the conversation away from a big “No” to a big “Yes!” In this episode, you will discover how to apply this transformative approach to managing screen time in your family. Listen in to help your children find their God-given purpose and calling beyond screens! Key Points: Jim and Lynne share how their initial parenting approach toward screens escalated with their son, leading them back to the Foundation level of the framework Mutual accountability with daily screen usage creates trust and open dialogue in a world where screens are here to stay Helping your children discover real-world activities that align with their God-given gifts Mentioned in this podcast: The Mindful Marriage by Ron & Nan Deal and Terry & Sharon Hargrave Driver’s Training for Social Media Online Course Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed Good Pictures, Bad Pictures 1 Corinthians 6:12 Luke 2:52 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-4b3e4dc {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-4b3e4dc:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-4b3e4dc .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-6807599 {background-color:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;}.stk-6807599:before{background-image:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;} .stk-57777c9-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-57777c9 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(55.1% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-03661d7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:750px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-03661d7 .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:3/4 !important;width:100% !important;}.stk-03661d7 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-03661d7 {margin-bottom:-70px !important;}.stk-03661d7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:530px !important;}} .stk-c613977-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-c613977 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-c613977-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-c613977 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(44.9% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-c613977 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-c613977-container{max-width:321px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important;}} Driver’s Training for Social Media We’re experiencing the biggest communication shift in history—and most of us haven’t had guidance. Until now. If you want a clear roadmap for today’s digital world, less screen time, more meaningful offline moments, and a media plan that truly works… this course is for you. Learn More & Register!

Today we’ve got the author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Kristen A. Jenson, here with us to help us navigate how to talk to your kids about porn and protect them. Stacy and Kristen discuss how parents can proactively prepare children to recognize and reject pornography in our digital world. Listen in to be equipped to start the conversation with your kids. Key points: Start conversations about pornography as soon as children access the internet, even at ages 2-3. Talking with kids about porn must include 3 key parts: defining, warning and making a plan Understand the ways pornography can lead to addiction, increase vulnerability to abuse, and distort healthy views of relationships. Use age-appropriate resources: books and tools make these difficult conversations easier and provide structured language for you to use Mentioned in this podcast: Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed – Register Today! Drivers Training for Social Media Online Course Good Pictures, Bad Pictures (Ages 7-11) Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. (Ages 3-6) Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate this podcast to help others discover the show easily! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Kristen A. Jenson is the founder of Defend Young Minds and best-selling author of the Good Pictures Bad Pictures series of read-aloud books. She is also the executive producer of the Brain Defense: Digital Safety curriculum and the owner and CEO of Glen Cove Press, LLC. Kristen is a positive voice for raising empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids who know how to reject pornography. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in English Literature and her master’s degree in Organizational Communication. She is a mother of three and grandmother of two, and currently lives with her husband and awfully cute dog in Washington State. Connect with Kristen at: defendyoungminds.com Facebook: DefendYM Instagram: @DefendYoungMinds X: @DefendYM LinkedIn: @DefendYoungMinds

Today we’ve got the author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Kristen A. Jenson, here with us to help us navigate how to talk to your kids about porn and protect them. Stacy and Kristen discuss how parents can proactively prepare children to recognize and reject pornography in our digital world. Listen in to be equipped to start the conversation with your kids. Key points: Start conversations about pornography as soon as children access the internet, even at ages 2-3. Talking with kids about porn must include 3 key parts: defining, warning and making a plan Understand the ways pornography can lead to addiction, increase vulnerability to abuse, and distort healthy views of relationships. Use age-appropriate resources: books and tools make these difficult conversations easier and provide structured language for you to use Mentioned in this podcast: Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed – Register Today! Drivers Training for Social Media Online Course Good Pictures, Bad Pictures (Ages 7-11) Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. (Ages 3-6) Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate this podcast to help others discover the show easily! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Kristen A. Jenson is the founder of Defend Young Minds and best-selling author of the Good Pictures Bad Pictures series of read-aloud books. She is also the executive producer of the Brain Defense: Digital Safety curriculum and the owner and CEO of Glen Cove Press, LLC. Kristen is a positive voice for raising empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids who know how to reject pornography. Kristen received her bachelor’s degree in English Literature and her master’s degree in Organizational Communication. She is a mother of three and grandmother of two, and currently lives with her husband and awfully cute dog in Washington State. Connect with Kristen at: defendyoungminds.com Facebook: DefendYM Instagram: @DefendYoungMinds X: @DefendYM LinkedIn: @DefendYoungMinds .stk-xdjjyaq {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-xdjjyaq:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-xdjjyaq .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-qvnpfwv {background-color:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;}.stk-qvnpfwv:before{background-image:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;} .stk-225w61g-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-225w61g {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(55.1% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-kz383n7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:750px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-kz383n7 .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:3/4 !important;width:100% !important;}.stk-kz383n7 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-kz383n7 {margin-bottom:-70px !important;}.stk-kz383n7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:530px !important;}} .stk-373oica-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-373oica {align-self:center !important;}.stk-373oica-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-373oica {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(44.9% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-373oica {align-self:center !important;}.stk-373oica-container{max-width:321px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important;}} Driver’s Training for Social Media We’re experiencing the biggest communication shift in history—and most of us haven’t had guidance. Until now. If you want a clear roadmap for today’s digital world, less screen time, more meaningful offline moments, and a media plan that truly works… this course is for you. Learn More & Register!

Screens cause issues for families everywhere! The full scope of what social media is in today’s world is complex and can be overwhelming. It goes way beyond the typical social media platforms and games we usually hear about. That’s why we’re bringing in Matt & Jill Reed, founders of Know Curtains, who have created an online course for parents to help you parent wisely and put you in the driver’s seat around technology. The Reeds share insights from their “Driver’s Training for Social Media” course, discussing how families can work together to develop healthy digital habits. Matt & Jill emphasize the importance of what we model as parents and creating fun alternatives when it comes to kids & technology. Key Points: Parents and kids can work as a team to manage technology, rather than parents simply imposing rules Kids observe parents’ screen behaviors from a very young age, so your modeling is crucial Social media is far more than just the popular social networking sites Intentionally growing your family’s fun and engaging activities without screens Mentioned in this podcast: Driver’s Training for Social Media Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed – Register Today! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Know Curtains was founded in 2024 by Matt and Jill Reed. As parents, they saw a huge void in tech resources for families and made it their mission to see past the hype, curate news that keeps tech wizards honest, and produce independent resources to render the public powerful. Tech Insight and Guidance for the Rest of Us. No hype. Know curtains. In their first online course, “Driver’s Training for Social Media,” you and your family will learn how to navigate the digital world safely, manage screen time, and avoid online traps with a customizable plan you create together. Find it online at training.knowcurtains.com. Matt & Jill are filmmakers with nearly twenty years of experience in media and communications, plus a rich background in pastoral and volunteer ministry. They have two boys, and they’re based in Minnesota. They love food, travel, history, and sharing adventures on their @wildgooselife YouTube channel. © 2025 Connected Families

Screens cause issues for families everywhere! The full scope of what social media is in today’s world is complex and can be overwhelming. It goes way beyond the typical social media platforms and games we usually hear about. That’s why we’re bringing in Matt & Jill Reed, founders of Know Curtains, who have created an online course for parents to help you parent wisely and put you in the driver’s seat around technology. The Reeds share insights from their “Driver’s Training for Social Media” course, discussing how families can work together to develop healthy digital habits. Matt & Jill emphasize the importance of what we model as parents and creating fun alternatives when it comes to kids & technology. Key Points: Parents and kids can work as a team to manage technology, rather than parents simply imposing rules Kids observe parents’ screen behaviors from a very young age, so your modeling is crucial Social media is far more than just the popular social networking sites Intentionally growing your family’s fun and engaging activities without screens Mentioned in this podcast: Driver’s Training for Social Media Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed – Register Today! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Know Curtains was founded in 2024 by Matt and Jill Reed. As parents, they saw a huge void in tech resources for families and made it their mission to see past the hype, curate news that keeps tech wizards honest, and produce independent resources to render the public powerful. Tech Insight and Guidance for the Rest of Us. No hype. Know curtains. In their first online course, “Driver’s Training for Social Media,” you and your family will learn how to navigate the digital world safely, manage screen time, and avoid online traps with a customizable plan you create together. Find it online at training.knowcurtains.com. Matt & Jill are filmmakers with nearly twenty years of experience in media and communications, plus a rich background in pastoral and volunteer ministry. They have two boys, and they’re based in Minnesota. They love food, travel, history, and sharing adventures on their @wildgooselife YouTube channel. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-yxohzv2 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-yxohzv2:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-yxohzv2 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-8l4tjve {background-color:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;}.stk-8l4tjve:before{background-image:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;} .stk-deg461h-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-deg461h {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(55.1% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-5q9oj14 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:750px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5q9oj14 .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:3/4 !important;width:100% !important;}.stk-5q9oj14 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5q9oj14 {margin-bottom:-70px !important;}.stk-5q9oj14 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:530px !important;}} .stk-46j2rhk-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-46j2rhk {align-self:center !important;}.stk-46j2rhk-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-46j2rhk {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(44.9% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-46j2rhk {align-self:center !important;}.stk-46j2rhk-container{max-width:321px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important;}} Driver’s Training for Social Media We’re experiencing the biggest communication shift in history—and most of us haven’t had guidance. Until now. If you want a clear roadmap for today’s digital world, less screen time, more meaningful offline moments, and a media plan that truly works… this course is for you. Learn More & Register!

In this bonus episode, Jim Jackson and Ron Deal discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of blended families through the lens of the Connected Families Framework. Ron, a bestselling author and host of the Family Life Blended podcast, shares his 30+ years of expertise in step-family dynamics. The conversation explores how step-parents can build emotional safety with children who may be resistant to new relationships. Ron emphasizes that safety must precede love, explaining that children often bristle against a step-parent’s affection due to grief, loyalty conflicts, or simply not being ready for that relationship. Key insights include: The importance of “pacing” with children at their readiness level How step-parents can acknowledge their role without trying to replace biological parents Practical approaches to discipline and household rules when facing resistance Building respectful relationships with biological parents in the other household Mentioned in this podcast: Galatians 6:1 Romans 12 The Smart Step Family – Ron’s comprehensive book on blended family dynamics Building Love Together in Blended Families – Ron co-authored with Gary Chapman, integrating love languages with step-family principles FamilyLife Blended Podcast The Smart Step Family video curriculum – Email blended@familylife.org for free online access The Mindful Marriage Certificate in Blended Family Ministry – online training through FamilyLife Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Ron is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed marriage and family therapist, podcast host, and a Senior Director for the ministry of FamilyLife®. In addition, Ron is one of the most widely read and referenced authors on blended families. His latest #1 Amazon bestselling book, The Mindful Marriage, coauthored with his wife Nan and Terry and Sharon Hargrave brings the proven principles of Restoration Therapy to a mass audience. The Deals live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at RonDeal.org. © 2025 Connected Families

In this bonus episode, Jim Jackson and Ron Deal discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of blended families through the lens of the Connected Families Framework. Ron, a bestselling author and host of the Family Life Blended podcast, shares his 30+ years of expertise in step-family dynamics. The conversation explores how step-parents can build emotional safety with children who may be resistant to new relationships. Ron emphasizes that safety must precede love, explaining that children often bristle against a step-parent’s affection due to grief, loyalty conflicts, or simply not being ready for that relationship. Key insights include: The importance of “pacing” with children at their readiness level How step-parents can acknowledge their role without trying to replace biological parents Practical approaches to discipline and household rules when facing resistance Building respectful relationships with biological parents in the other household Mentioned in this podcast: Galatians 6:1 Romans 12 The Smart Step Family – Ron’s comprehensive book on blended family dynamics Building Love Together in Blended Families – Ron co-authored with Gary Chapman, integrating love languages with step-family principles FamilyLife Blended Podcast The Smart Step Family video curriculum – Email blended@familylife.org for free online access The Mindful Marriage Certificate in Blended Family Ministry – online training through FamilyLife Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting!Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Ron is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed marriage and family therapist, podcast host, and a Senior Director for the ministry of FamilyLife®. In addition, Ron is one of the most widely read and referenced authors on blended families. His latest #1 Amazon bestselling book, The Mindful Marriage, coauthored with his wife Nan and Terry and Sharon Hargrave brings the proven principles of Restoration Therapy to a mass audience. The Deals live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at RonDeal.org. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-9me1jyh-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-9me1jyh {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-9me1jyh:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-9me1jyh-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-9me1jyh-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-9me1jyh .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-nn63ahg {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-kj20e6d-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-hcsro1h .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-hcsro1h .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-hcsro1h .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-5nvql92 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-5nvql92-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-kfza67w .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-zeg95jy {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-acvpt41 {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-qgofzn5 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qgofzn5 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-qgofzn5 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-gb4n7lt , .stk-gb4n7lt .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-gb4n7lt {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-gb4n7lt .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-gb4n7lt .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gb4n7lt .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Do you feel like you are in an emotionally distant marriage? In this special episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson interview Ron and Nan Deal about their new book, The Mindful Marriage, which combines biblical foundations with brain science. The authors vulnerably share how their marriage hit a crisis point after 20 years, leading them to seek help from a therapist (who later co-authored the book with them). They explain how our “pain cycles” develop from childhood and manifest in four reactive coping styles: blame, shame, control, and escape. The conversation explores their four-step process for moving from destructive pain cycles to “peace cycles.” This approach isn’t just for marriage but applies to all relationships as it’s fundamentally about discipleship—bringing your best self to relationships by following Jesus. Key points: How family-of-origin issues affect marriage Four reactive coping styles when triggered Breaking free from destructive pain cycles Nurturing your marriage “us-ness” Mentioned in this podcast: The Mindful Marriage by Ron & Nan Deal and Terry & Sharon Hargrave FREE: Learn your reactive coping style Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 7 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Married since 1986, Ron and Nan Deal are the authors of The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself, as well as popular marriage conference speakers. Ron is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed marriage and family therapist, a podcast host, and a Senior Director for the ministry of FamilyLife. Nan retired from teaching after 25 years and currently works for a Christian non-profit ministry. They have three sons, a daughter-in-law, one grandson, and a Golden Retriever and live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at RonDeal.org. © 2025 Connected Families

Do you feel like you are in an emotionally distant marriage? In this special episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson interview Ron and Nan Deal about their new book, The Mindful Marriage, which combines biblical foundations with brain science. The authors vulnerably share how their marriage hit a crisis point after 20 years, leading them to seek help from a therapist (who later co-authored the book with them). They explain how our “pain cycles” develop from childhood and manifest in four reactive coping styles: blame, shame, control, and escape. The conversation explores their four-step process for moving from destructive pain cycles to “peace cycles.” This approach isn’t just for marriage but applies to all relationships as it’s fundamentally about discipleship—bringing your best self to relationships by following Jesus. Key points: How family-of-origin issues affect marriage Four reactive coping styles when triggered Breaking free from destructive pain cycles Nurturing your marriage “us-ness” Mentioned in this podcast: The Mindful Marriage by Ron & Nan Deal and Terry & Sharon Hargrave FREE: Learn your reactive coping style Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 7 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Married since 1986, Ron and Nan Deal are the authors of The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself, as well as popular marriage conference speakers. Ron is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed marriage and family therapist, a podcast host, and a Senior Director for the ministry of FamilyLife. Nan retired from teaching after 25 years and currently works for a Christian non-profit ministry. They have three sons, a daughter-in-law, one grandson, and a Golden Retriever and live in Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at RonDeal.org. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-5af3nku-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-5af3nku {background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/family-table-flipped.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important;}.stk-5af3nku-container{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-5af3nku-container:before{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-5af3nku .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:300px !important;max-width:400px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5af3nku {background-position:center right !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;}} .stk-9d9pqhf .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}Parenting is 24/7. Parenting resources and support should be too. .stk-20wl1se {margin-bottom:1px !important;}.stk-20wl1se .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important;}You’ve experienced the confidence, clarity, and calling of biblical parenting wisdom. Your support makes this transformation possible for others. .stk-f7z9ha6 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important;}Join our monthly donor community, The Table, to bring Christ-centered help and hope to families daily. .stk-4t21osd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4t21osd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4t21osd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-up880gy .stk-button{background:#c46c54 !important;}.stk-up880gy .stk-button:hover:after{background:#a2b0b8 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-up880gy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-up880gy .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-up880gy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I want to join The Table!

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo la empatía es la llave al corazón de tus hijos en momentos de mal comportamiento. Y de cómo esta llave te ayudará a guiarlos mejor. Temas mencionados en esta pódcast: 20 Oraciones que Comunican Empatía Primer Episodio 2025 “De la Ira a la Paz: Cambiando la Forma de Criar” Primer Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada Segundo Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada parte 2 Marco de referencia para una familia conectada See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-43lfyst {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-iqnt9uf , .stk-iqnt9uf .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-iqnt9uf {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2025 Connected Families .stk-e88ccc6-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-e88ccc6-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-a703a9b .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-eb3f3d5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-8382d78 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-8382d78 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-8382d78 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-8382d78 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8382d78 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-8de296f{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-8de296f:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-60e2ea7{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-e281dbd{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-ddf6bb2 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-74594c1 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-af97aa5 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-af97aa5 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-af97aa5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-af97aa5 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-af97aa5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Julie Fowler, speaker and bible curriculum writer, joins us for a meaningful conversation about her journey of infertility and the resources she’s created for other couples coping with infertility and loss. Julie shares how scripture helped her in her grief and how she wove her faith into intentional community connections that served as a lifeline during her years of loss and struggle. Whether you’re supporting a friend or infertility is part of your personal story, you’ll find helpful wisdom in this conversation. Podcast Key Points: A raw, honest account of one woman’s journey through infertility to parenthood Practical ways to maintain faith while acknowledging grief during difficult seasons Specific strategies for building supportive relationships by clearly expressing your needs Information about valuable resources designed specifically for those navigating infertility Mentioned in this podcast: Treasures in the Waiting – Bible Study for Women by Julie Fowler Navigating Infertility & Loss – Bible Study for Men by Julie Fowler Attachment Webinar with Dr. Nicole Wilke – Wednesday, May 14th – Register Here Connected Families’ Spanish-language podcast episodes Join the Table – Connected Families’ monthly donor community Episode 224 | Attachment Myths Busted: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Everything John 11 Romans 12:15 Job 17:11 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! * Guest Bio: Julie is a curriculum writer, speaker, pastoral care leader, and executive director of Julie Fowler Ministries. Through her years of infertility, failed adoptions, miscarriages, premature birth and loss of identical twins, Julie became devoted to helping women and couples find hope through the Scriptures and connection with others in the same trial. She founded, wrote curriculum for, and led an infertility and miscarriage ministry for over 20 years that hosted over 50 groups, locally and nationwide. Author of two Bible Studies, Treasures in the Waiting: Finding God’s Comfort, Counsel, and Companionship Amid Infertility and Loss, and a husbands’ study, Navigating Infertility and Loss with Strength and Hope, Julie has spoken for MOPS International and The NEST and on the Don’t Mom Alone and Join the Journey podcasts. She helps churches and lay leaders start infertility ministries that share God’s heart for the hurting. Julie and her husband reside in Dallas, Texas, and are the parents of three children. They have experienced the blessing of growing their family through both biological and adoptive routes. Connect with Julie at: juliefowlerministries.com. Or on social media at Instagram and Facebook.

Julie Fowler, speaker and bible curriculum writer, joins us for a meaningful conversation about her journey of infertility and the resources she’s created for other couples coping with infertility and loss. Julie shares how scripture helped her in her grief and how she wove her faith into intentional community connections that served as a lifeline during her years of loss and struggle. Whether you’re supporting a friend or infertility is part of your personal story, you’ll find helpful wisdom in this conversation. Podcast Key Points: A raw, honest account of one woman’s journey through infertility to parenthood Practical ways to maintain faith while acknowledging grief during difficult seasons Specific strategies for building supportive relationships by clearly expressing your needs Information about valuable resources designed specifically for those navigating infertility Mentioned in this podcast: Treasures in the Waiting – Bible Study for Women by Julie Fowler Navigating Infertility & Loss – Bible Study for Men by Julie Fowler Attachment Webinar with Dr. Nicole Wilke – Wednesday, May 14th – Register Here Connected Families’ Spanish-language podcast episodes Join the Table – Connected Families’ monthly donor community Episode 224 | Attachment Myths Busted: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Everything John 11 Romans 12:15 Job 17:11 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! * Guest Bio: Julie is a curriculum writer, speaker, pastoral care leader, and executive director of Julie Fowler Ministries. Through her years of infertility, failed adoptions, miscarriages, premature birth and loss of identical twins, Julie became devoted to helping women and couples find hope through the Scriptures and connection with others in the same trial. She founded, wrote curriculum for, and led an infertility and miscarriage ministry for over 20 years that hosted over 50 groups, locally and nationwide. Author of two Bible Studies, Treasures in the Waiting: Finding God’s Comfort, Counsel, and Companionship Amid Infertility and Loss, and a husbands’ study, Navigating Infertility and Loss with Strength and Hope, Julie has spoken for MOPS International and The NEST and on the Don’t Mom Alone and Join the Journey podcasts. She helps churches and lay leaders start infertility ministries that share God’s heart for the hurting. Julie and her husband reside in Dallas, Texas, and are the parents of three children. They have experienced the blessing of growing their family through both biological and adoptive routes. Connect with Julie at: juliefowlerministries.com. 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In this episode, Megan Thorp, MA and Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, joins us to explore why listening is the jet fuel in our relationships with our kids. We examine how effective listening can bridge the disconnect between us and our kids and foster emotional intelligence. We also talk about the importance of being present, understanding underlying beliefs, and the spiritual aspect of listening as a reflection of God’s character. And finally, we share practical tips for improving your listening skills and the hope that it’s never too late to grow in this essential skill. Key Takeaways: Listening communicates to kids that they are valued, liked, and that you care about what’s happening inside them Active listening builds relational influence that becomes crucial during challenging moments Active listening grows your child’s confidence by showing them they are “called and capable” God models perfect listening for us – He is fully present, understands our circumstances, and feels what we feel. Mentioned in this podcast: New! Slow, Low, Listen 4-Day Mini Course–only $9! Register here! Attachment Webinar with Dr. Nicole Wilke – May 14th–Register here! James 1:19-20 John 11:41 Ep. 167 | Kids’ Arguments: Establish Peace with 4 Steps Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: As a parent coach, Megan’s desire is to come alongside parents and help them gain confidence and equip them to lead their families. She will help you create an environment in your home where everyone feels valued and connected, and skills for you to build a relationship with your kids that will last long after they leave your home. She strongly believes that you are the expert on your child, and I would love to walk with you as you bring more peace and joy into your home. Megan has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Bethel University and is a Certified Parent Coach and Parent Coach Trainer through Connected Families. She loves to spend time with her husband and 3 kids. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. © 2025 Connected Families

In this episode, Megan Thorp, MA and Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, joins us to explore why listening is the jet fuel in our relationships with our kids. We examine how effective listening can bridge the disconnect between us and our kids and foster emotional intelligence. We also talk about the importance of being present, understanding underlying beliefs, and the spiritual aspect of listening as a reflection of God’s character. And finally, we share practical tips for improving your listening skills and the hope that it’s never too late to grow in this essential skill. Key Takeaways: Listening communicates to kids that they are valued, liked, and that you care about what’s happening inside them Active listening builds relational influence that becomes crucial during challenging moments Active listening grows your child’s confidence by showing them they are “called and capable” God models perfect listening for us – He is fully present, understands our circumstances, and feels what we feel. Mentioned in this podcast: New! Slow, Low, Listen 4-Day Mini Course–only $9! Register here! Attachment Webinar with Dr. Nicole Wilke – May 14th–Register here! James 1:19-20 John 11:41 Ep. 167 | Kids’ Arguments: Establish Peace with 4 Steps Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: As a parent coach, Megan’s desire is to come alongside parents and help them gain confidence and equip them to lead their families. She will help you create an environment in your home where everyone feels valued and connected, and skills for you to build a relationship with your kids that will last long after they leave your home. She strongly believes that you are the expert on your child, and I would love to walk with you as you bring more peace and joy into your home. Megan has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Bethel University and is a Certified Parent Coach and Parent Coach Trainer through Connected Families. She loves to spend time with her husband and 3 kids. Connect with Megan at: megan@connectedfamilies.org or here. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-7c90b21-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-7c90b21 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-7c90b21:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-7c90b21-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-7c90b21 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-310dd52 {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-c1efeea-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-5a6c844 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5a6c844 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-77493d2 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-77493d2-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-fbf31dd .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fbf31dd .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;}}How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini-Course .stk-796bd1b {margin-bottom:7px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-796bd1b .stk-block-text__text{font-size:17px !important;}}Struggling with yelling at your kids? Transform your approach in just 10 minutes a day for four days with this mini-course. Blend brain science, biblical wisdom, and “slow, low, and listen” strategies to foster a safer connection with your children. .stk-585e041 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-585e041 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-585e041 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-585e041 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Sign Up for Mini-Course

We chat with Chris Coursey from THRIVEtoday to discuss “return to joy,” a crucial skill for moving from reactive parenting to thoughtful responses. Chris explains the three-step process of feeling, sharing, and quieting emotions, while offering strategies to increase your emotional capacity during challenging interactions with your kids. The conversation highlights the brain science behind emotional regulation and provides tools to recognize when you’re slipping into “enemy mode” and how to return to your relational self. Plus, learn how you could win a copy of Chris’s latest book, 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Key points: Discover how you can recover from strong emotions and “return to joy” Understand how much emotional weight you can carry at any given time Learn to recognize when you’re in your best, relational state versus when you’ve slipped into a reactive state The three-step process Chris teaches: Feel your feelings, share your feelings, and calm your feelings Mentioned in this podcast: New 4-Day Mini-Course! How to Turn Fast, Large, and Loud Into Slow, Low, and Listen–Register Today for $9 Sign up here to receive weekly Parenting Tips emails Ep. 183 | Joyful Kids: What’s the Secret? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review the podcast! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: For over 30 years, Chris has been developing and practicing brain-based solutions to train people, families, and communities to make relationships work. Chris started his career specializing in severe trauma and abuse, and also pastored a small congregation in Michigan for several years. Chris is a published author with over ten books in print, including The Joy Switch. He co-authored his most recent book, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, and their two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In addition to studying, writing, jogging, and exercising, he enjoys the outdoors and is one of the rare people who actually likes the snow in Michigan. Website: https://thrivetoday.org/Podcast: https://thrivetoday.buzzsprout.com/The 4 Habits Books: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-series/ © 2025 Connected Families

We chat with Chris Coursey from THRIVEtoday to discuss “return to joy,” a crucial skill for moving from reactive parenting to thoughtful responses. Chris explains the three-step process of feeling, sharing, and quieting emotions, while offering strategies to increase your emotional capacity during challenging interactions with your kids. The conversation highlights the brain science behind emotional regulation and provides tools to recognize when you’re slipping into “enemy mode” and how to return to your relational self. Plus, learn how you could win a copy of Chris’s latest book, 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Key points: Discover how you can recover from strong emotions and “return to joy” Understand how much emotional weight you can carry at any given time Learn to recognize when you’re in your best, relational state versus when you’ve slipped into a reactive state The three-step process Chris teaches: Feel your feelings, share your feelings, and calm your feelings Mentioned in this podcast: New 4-Day Mini-Course! How to Turn Fast, Large, and Loud Into Slow, Low, and Listen–Register Today for $9 Sign up here to receive weekly Parenting Tips emails Ep. 183 | Joyful Kids: What’s the Secret? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review the podcast! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: For over 30 years, Chris has been developing and practicing brain-based solutions to train people, families, and communities to make relationships work. Chris started his career specializing in severe trauma and abuse, and also pastored a small congregation in Michigan for several years. Chris is a published author with over ten books in print, including The Joy Switch. He co-authored his most recent book, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, and their two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In addition to studying, writing, jogging, and exercising, he enjoys the outdoors and is one of the rare people who actually likes the snow in Michigan. Website: https://thrivetoday.org/Podcast: https://thrivetoday.buzzsprout.com/The 4 Habits Books: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-series/ © 2025 Connected Families .stk-3mti0lp-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-3mti0lp {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-3mti0lp:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-3mti0lp-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-3mti0lp .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-w2hd0e6 {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-bhgf0d8-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-3fmteux .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3fmteux .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-td7s54v {align-self:center !important;}.stk-td7s54v-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-3kqiuqg .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3kqiuqg .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;}}How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini-Course .stk-tpwv469 {margin-bottom:7px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tpwv469 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:17px !important;}}Struggling with yelling at your kids? Transform your approach in just 10 minutes a day for four days with this mini-course. Blend brain science, biblical wisdom, and “slow, low, and listen” strategies to foster a safer connection with your children. .stk-1zlu13s .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-1zlu13s .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-1zlu13s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1zlu13s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Sign Up for Mini-Course

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo Dios está cambiando a sus familias a través del marco de referencia y la ayuda práctica que trae el primer nivel de “Cimiento.” Podrás escuchar cómo “ir lento, relajar el cuerpo y escuchar” hacen la diferencia en la crianza y te ayudarán a pasar de la ira a la paz. Temas mencionados en este podcast: Primer Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada Segundo Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada parte 2 Marco de referencia para una familia conectada See all our Spanish Resources here! 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A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2025 Connected Families .stk-vnya77k-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-vnya77k-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-n0wu0tj .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-cec20ju .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-08zntph .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-08zntph .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-08zntph .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-08zntph .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-08zntph .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-4t01n6l{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-4t01n6l:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-k5i8lf7{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ud3ud3k{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-96tklug .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-164pxkb .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-6rt8h2a .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6rt8h2a .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6rt8h2a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-6rt8h2a .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6rt8h2a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Listen in as Jim & Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, teach the parenting concept “Slow, Low, & Listen.” This simple tool can help you develop and maintain an emotionally safe presence for your kids. Jim and Lynne will equip you with the understanding you need to apply the concept next time you feel your emotional temperature begin to rise. You’ll learn how shifting from reactive, intimidating responses to kind, firm engagement can dramatically improve your relationship with your child.. Key Points: Why kids learn best when they feel safe How to move from “fast, large, & loud” to “slow, low, & listen” The brain science behind emotional escalation during conflict How emotions are contagious between parents and children The fight-or-flight response and its impact on parent-child conflict Mentioned in this podcast: New Mini-course! How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen ($9 or free for Table community members) Ep. 222 | Retained Primitive Reflexes: Understanding & Supporting Your Child’s Development Ep. 221| Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child’s Pushback Actually Pathological? Ep.219 | From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities Join The Table Community Discipline That Connects online course Sensitive & Intense Kids online course James 1:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review on your favorite platform. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002 © 2025 Connected Families

Listen in as Jim & Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, teach the parenting concept “Slow, Low, & Listen.” This simple tool can help you develop and maintain an emotionally safe presence for your kids. Jim and Lynne will equip you with the understanding you need to apply the concept next time you feel your emotional temperature begin to rise. You’ll learn how shifting from reactive, intimidating responses to kind, firm engagement can dramatically improve your relationship with your child.. Key Points: Why kids learn best when they feel safe How to move from “fast, large, & loud” to “slow, low, & listen” The brain science behind emotional escalation during conflict How emotions are contagious between parents and children The fight-or-flight response and its impact on parent-child conflict Mentioned in this podcast: New Mini-course! How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen ($9 or free for Table community members) Ep. 222 | Retained Primitive Reflexes: Understanding & Supporting Your Child’s Development Ep. 221| Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child’s Pushback Actually Pathological? Ep.219 | From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities Join The Table Community Discipline That Connects online course Sensitive & Intense Kids online course James 1:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review on your favorite platform. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002 © 2025 Connected Families .stk-edh8dc0-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-edh8dc0 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-edh8dc0:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-edh8dc0-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-edh8dc0 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-7489jxt {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-w1fddt3-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-wo435my .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-wo435my .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-eb1andp {align-self:center !important;}.stk-eb1andp-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-h8kpj78 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-h8kpj78 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;}}How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini-Course .stk-zxmoxlo {margin-bottom:7px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-zxmoxlo .stk-block-text__text{font-size:17px !important;}}Struggling with yelling at your kids? Transform your approach in just 10 minutes a day for four days with this mini-course. Blend brain science, biblical wisdom, and “slow, low, and listen” strategies to foster a safer connection with your children. .stk-7vp8ohr .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-7vp8ohr .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-7vp8ohr .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7vp8ohr .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Sign Up for Mini-Course

Listen in as we talk with Dr. Nicole Wilke about attachment and its profound impact on family relationships. Dr. Wilke, a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist, shares about attachment styles and explains how attachment shapes not just our parent-child relationships but establishes the pattern for how our children will approach all future relationships. Learn how understanding your own attachment style can break unhealthy patterns and create secure connections with your children. Dr. Wilke also shares practical, everyday strategies that can build stronger bonds and transform family dynamics for generations to come. Mentioned in this podcast: Dr. Wilke’s Books: Overcoming: What Science and Scripture Say About Resilience and Caleb Koala’s Comeback Ride Attachment Webinar – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 12 pm CST. Register Here! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find our show–take a moment to rate and review! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. © 2025 Connected Families

Listen in as we talk with Dr. Nicole Wilke about attachment and its profound impact on family relationships. Dr. Wilke, a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist, shares about attachment styles and explains how attachment shapes not just our parent-child relationships but establishes the pattern for how our children will approach all future relationships. Learn how understanding your own attachment style can break unhealthy patterns and create secure connections with your children. Dr. Wilke also shares practical, everyday strategies that can build stronger bonds and transform family dynamics for generations to come. Mentioned in this podcast: Dr. Wilke’s Books: Overcoming: What Science and Scripture Say About Resilience and Caleb Koala’s Comeback Ride Attachment Webinar – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 12 pm CST. Register Here! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find our show–take a moment to rate and review! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-6luvevq-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-6luvevq {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-6luvevq:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-6luvevq-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-6luvevq .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-m0zg7yt {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-benss3x-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-hjrmaj0 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-hjrmaj0 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-9en2751 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-9en2751-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-g8v2nwp .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-g8v2nwp .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important;}}How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini Course @media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-q35g7z1 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:17px !important;}}None of us feel good about habitually yelling at our kids. Shifting our approach is hard and is the important foundation work needed to communicate, “You are SAFE with me.” Invest just 10 minutes a day just four days with this mini-course that blends brain science, Biblical insight, and practical “slow, low, and listen” strategies for daily life. Your heart and mind can find a new path to connection with your kids. .stk-u9n317t .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-u9n317t .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-u9n317t .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-u9n317t .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Sign Up for Mini-Course

In this episode, listen in as Brendon and Naomi Yoder share how they’ve maintained faith through multiple hardships, including the loss of their infant daughter, Taliyah. They describe modeling authentic faith by letting their children witness their reliance on God during difficult times and recount moments how God shows up consistently during their darkest hours. The episode concludes with the Yoder children sharing Bible verses that reveal their understanding of heaven as a real place where their sister awaits them. Key Points: How to model authentic faith through life’s challenges Ways to navigate grief with children Finding resurrection hope amid family trauma and loss Experiencing God’s presence in unexpected ways during dark times Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Hebrews 4:15-16 John 11:38-43 (story of Lazarus) John 16:33 Ephesians 4:1-3 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Brendon and Naomi Yoder are Connected Family Certified Parent Coaches. They are parents to three wonderful kids, ages 12, 10, and 8. They found Connected Families early in their parenting journey. They are missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators, and Naomi is a full-time homeschool mom. © 2025 Connected Families

In this episode, listen in as Brendon and Naomi Yoder share how they’ve maintained faith through multiple hardships, including the loss of their infant daughter, Taliyah. They describe modeling authentic faith by letting their children witness their reliance on God during difficult times and recount moments how God shows up consistently during their darkest hours. The episode concludes with the Yoder children sharing Bible verses that reveal their understanding of heaven as a real place where their sister awaits them. Key Points: How to model authentic faith through life’s challenges Ways to navigate grief with children Finding resurrection hope amid family trauma and loss Experiencing God’s presence in unexpected ways during dark times Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Hebrews 4:15-16 John 11:38-43 (story of Lazarus) John 16:33 Ephesians 4:1-3 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Brendon and Naomi Yoder are Connected Family Certified Parent Coaches. They are parents to three wonderful kids, ages 12, 10, and 8. They found Connected Families early in their parenting journey. They are missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators, and Naomi is a full-time homeschool mom. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-ibzdf3c-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-ibzdf3c {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-ibzdf3c:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-ibzdf3c-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-ibzdf3c-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ibzdf3c .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-gp3icby {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-5c23kit-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-ytqn5xf .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-ytqn5xf .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ytqn5xf .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-5iqkec8 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-5iqkec8-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-f3dxac3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-ypmlwd0 {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-loneopw {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-xelr72a .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xelr72a .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xelr72a .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-njrtw8e , .stk-njrtw8e .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-njrtw8e {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-njrtw8e .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-njrtw8e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-njrtw8e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Is your child struggling with emotional regulation, sitting still, or the feel of their clothing? These challenges could be linked to retained primitive reflexes. In this episode, Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founder and occupational therapist, explores this topic with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Amy Nyvall and Courtney Dewey. They explain how these automatic movement patterns should naturally integrate during infancy but can remain active, causing developmental challenges. They also share their families’ success stories and practical, playful integration strategies. Lynne, Amy, and Courtney mention an abundance of resources to help you learn more and provide reassurance that it’s never too late to address retained primitive reflexes. Key Points: What are primitive reflexes, and what purpose do they play in development The typical timeline for integrating reflexes How retained reflexes can cause trouble in a child’s everyday functioning What to do first if you’re wondering if your child has a retained reflex Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Connected Families Framework Reflex Integration Through Play and Exercise Kokeb McDonald website Brain Balance Centers Disconnected Kids by Dr. Robert Melillo Family Hope Center Healing Your Child’s Brain by Matthew and Carol Newell Vision Therapy Occupationaltherapy.com Harkla Clinic Romans 15:13 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love this episode? Take a moment to rate and leave a review! Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here: https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/amy-nyvall/. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. Courtney Dewey, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, combines her knowledge of strengths-based leadership with the Connected Families Framework to help parents recognize the gifts of God in themselves and their children. She helps foster compassionate, connected relationships between struggling parents and children. You can contact her for coaching at coachingwithcourtneyd@gmail.com or here:  https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/joe-and-courtney-2/ © 2025 Connected Families

Is your child struggling with emotional regulation, sitting still, or the feel of their clothing? These challenges could be linked to retained primitive reflexes. In this episode, Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founder and occupational therapist, explores this topic with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Amy Nyvall and Courtney Dewey. They explain how these automatic movement patterns should naturally integrate during infancy but can remain active, causing developmental challenges. They also share their families’ success stories and practical, playful integration strategies. Lynne, Amy, and Courtney mention an abundance of resources to help you learn more and provide reassurance that it’s never too late to address retained primitive reflexes. Key Points: What are primitive reflexes, and what purpose do they play in development The typical timeline for integrating reflexes How retained reflexes can cause trouble in a child’s everyday functioning What to do first if you’re wondering if your child has a retained reflex Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Connected Families Framework Reflex Integration Through Play and Exercise Kokeb McDonald website Brain Balance Centers Disconnected Kids by Dr. Robert Melillo Family Hope Center Healing Your Child’s Brain by Matthew and Carol Newell Vision Therapy Occupationaltherapy.com Harkla Clinic Romans 15:13 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love this episode? Take a moment to rate and leave a review! Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here: https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/amy-nyvall/. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. Courtney Dewey, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, combines her knowledge of strengths-based leadership with the Connected Families Framework to help parents recognize the gifts of God in themselves and their children. She helps foster compassionate, connected relationships between struggling parents and children. You can contact her for coaching at coachingwithcourtneyd@gmail.com or here:  https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/joe-and-courtney-2/ © 2025 Connected Families .stk-tp9vpzk-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-tp9vpzk {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-tp9vpzk:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-tp9vpzk-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-tp9vpzk-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-tp9vpzk .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-1h19vws {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-xr34wul-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-bsh94g7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-bsh94g7 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-bsh94g7 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-ux20vj7 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-ux20vj7-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-26qb5sr .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-7cv4az9 {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-ybj5zc2 {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-90nwkry .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-90nwkry .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-90nwkry .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-exb8v62 , .stk-exb8v62 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-exb8v62 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-exb8v62 .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-exb8v62 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-exb8v62 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Have you ever asked your child to do a simple task, only to be met with an explosive reaction? In this episode, we interview Lydia Rex, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy. Lydia will help you step into your child’s shoes and understand how you may accidentally trigger your child’s nervous system. She also shares insights from her experience as a mom and parent coach on how you can adjust your communication style if your child struggles with demands and the loss of autonomy. Key points: What is PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy), and how it affects children’s nervous systems How the Connected Families Framework supports children with demand avoidance Practical tools for parenting children who struggle with demands The importance of focusing on long-term heart change rather than immediate compliance Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Power of Questions online course Hebrews 4:15 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2025 Connected Families Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is a registered nurse turned Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and parent coach to families with young kids, especially those who have sensory needs or developmental trauma. No stranger to challenges in the parenting journey, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents with the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Iowa, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. Laura Way felt like she was drowning as a young mom overseas. She really feels that God provided Connected Families for her when she needed it most. She’s thrilled to be on the team to help offer hope & help to others! Laura and her husband live in Florida with their two elementary-aged daughters. In her free time, Laura loves to read in her hammock or have coffee with friends.

Have you ever asked your child to do a simple task, only to be met with an explosive reaction? In this episode, we interview Lydia Rex, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy. Lydia will help you step into your child’s shoes and understand how you may accidentally trigger your child’s nervous system. She also shares insights from her experience as a mom and parent coach on how you can adjust your communication style if your child struggles with demands and the loss of autonomy. Key points: What is PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy), and how it affects children’s nervous systems How the Connected Families Framework supports children with demand avoidance Practical tools for parenting children who struggle with demands The importance of focusing on long-term heart change rather than immediate compliance Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Power of Questions online course Hebrews 4:15 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2025 Connected Families Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is a registered nurse turned Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and parent coach to families with young kids, especially those who have sensory needs or developmental trauma. No stranger to challenges in the parenting journey, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents with the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Iowa, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. Laura Way felt like she was drowning as a young mom overseas. She really feels that God provided Connected Families for her when she needed it most. She’s thrilled to be on the team to help offer hope & help to others! Laura and her husband live in Florida with their two elementary-aged daughters. In her free time, Laura loves to read in her hammock or have coffee with friends. .stk-zvkbmnl {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-zvkbmnl .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-zvkbmnl .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-l1ulv0q .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}SPECIAL MARCH OFFER EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY APRIL 4TH! .stk-98ux31v .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 a month in March and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sensitive & Intense Kids online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. .stk-06aegm1 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-06aegm1 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-06aegm1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-06aegm1 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-06aegm1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, we explore how to calm a dysregulated child with insights from Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches Alan and Corrie Thetford. Together they share how they evolved from demanding immediate calm to modeling self-regulation, creating playful learning opportunities, and viewing emotional outbursts as chances to experience God’s grace. NOTE: This content is for every parent. Even if your kids don’t seem to fall into the category of sensitive and intense, the concepts that we teach are helpful for all families because everyone encounters big emotions, sensitivities and challenging behavior at some point. Key points: Shifting from control to connection Biblical foundation for parenting Four-step approach to teaching self-regulation Reframing conflict as opportunity Mentioned in this podcast: Join The Table Monthly Donor Community Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Connected Families Website Parent Coaching Services Zones of Regulation Philippians 1:6 Philippians 2:13 Psalm 103 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Alan and Corrie have four children and are Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. © 2025 Connected Families

In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, we explore how to calm a dysregulated child with insights from Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches Alan and Corrie Thetford. Together they share how they evolved from demanding immediate calm to modeling self-regulation, creating playful learning opportunities, and viewing emotional outbursts as chances to experience God’s grace. NOTE: This content is for every parent. Even if your kids don’t seem to fall into the category of sensitive and intense, the concepts that we teach are helpful for all families because everyone encounters big emotions, sensitivities and challenging behavior at some point. Key points: Shifting from control to connection Biblical foundation for parenting Four-step approach to teaching self-regulation Reframing conflict as opportunity Mentioned in this podcast: Join The Table Monthly Donor Community Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Connected Families Website Parent Coaching Services Zones of Regulation Philippians 1:6 Philippians 2:13 Psalm 103 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Alan and Corrie have four children and are Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-wvexc1i{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-wvexc1i-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-wvexc1i-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-wvexc1i-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-wvexc1i .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-c213ydq .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-qyaxgzz{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-qyaxgzz .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-lxnzuf3 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-7exd4wz .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-7exd4wz .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-7exd4wz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7exd4wz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

In this bonus episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward and Executive Director Anna Braasch announce the launch of The Table, a new monthly donor community aimed at providing sustaining support for Connected Families resources. Together they highlight the growing global reach of Connected Families, with more parents engaging with their Christ-centered resources and an increasing number of Certified Parent Coaches worldwide. The episode emphasizes how Connected Families’ tools foster deeper connections with God and within families. This is your invitation to join The Table. Will you pull up a seat and join us? Mentioned in this podcast: Join The Table Monthly Donor Community Contact Us Guest bio: Anna Braasch has been with the Connected Families team since 2013 and has served as Executive Director since 2015. She is passionate about expanding the Connected Families’ vision of “turning the hearts of parents to their children and the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous” (Luke 1:17). You can read more about Anna and the rest of the Connected Families team on our Ministry Team page. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* © 2025 Connected Families

In this bonus episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward and Executive Director Anna Braasch announce the launch of The Table, a new monthly donor community aimed at providing sustaining support for Connected Families resources. Together they highlight the growing global reach of Connected Families, with more parents engaging with their Christ-centered resources and an increasing number of Certified Parent Coaches worldwide. The episode emphasizes how Connected Families’ tools foster deeper connections with God and within families. This is your invitation to join The Table. Will you pull up a seat and join us? Mentioned in this podcast: Join The Table Monthly Donor Community Contact Us Guest bio: Anna Braasch has been with the Connected Families team since 2013 and has served as Executive Director since 2015. She is passionate about expanding the Connected Families’ vision of “turning the hearts of parents to their children and the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous” (Luke 1:17). You can read more about Anna and the rest of the Connected Families team on our Ministry Team page. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* © 2025 Connected Families .stk-sivlrqp {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-sivlrqp-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-sivlrqp-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-sivlrqp-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-sivlrqp .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-sivlrqp .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-sivlrqp .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-sivlrqp .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-eoq4lit .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}SPECIAL MARCH OFFER EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY APRIL 4TH! .stk-8nzq6v3 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 a month in March and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sensitive & Intense Kids online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. .stk-ehk5woc .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-ehk5woc .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-ehk5woc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-ehk5woc .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ehk5woc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

If you’ve got a child who complains about the volume of the microwave or who won’t venture into the living room without turning off the overhead lights, this conversation on sensory sensitivities is for you! Listen in as Stacy Bellward interviews Lynne Jackson (Occupational Therapist and Connected Families Co-Founder) Together they dig into parenting sensitive and intense children, focusing on sensory processing challenges. Lynn emphasizes trusting parental intuition and explains how sensory issues can be potential gifts when managed well. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Sensory Questionnaire (Free PDF) Join the Table Community Blog post: Solve That After-School Crabbiness Connected Families Parent Coaching Galatians 6:2 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table and other donors whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson, OTR is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families

If you’ve got a child who complains about the volume of the microwave or who won’t venture into the living room without turning off the overhead lights, this conversation on sensory sensitivities is for you! Listen in as Stacy Bellward interviews Lynne Jackson (Occupational Therapist and Connected Families Co-Founder) Together they dig into parenting sensitive and intense children, focusing on sensory processing challenges. Lynn emphasizes trusting parental intuition and explains how sensory issues can be potential gifts when managed well. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids Online Course Sensory Questionnaire (Free PDF) Join the Table Community Blog post: Solve That After-School Crabbiness Connected Families Parent Coaching Galatians 6:2 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table and other donors whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson, OTR is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-bhuxw3s {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-bhuxw3s .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-bhuxw3s .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-el1od8i .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}SPECIAL MARCH OFFER EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY APRIL 4TH! .stk-g40n7lb .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 a month in March and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sensitive & Intense Kids online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. .stk-r368gro .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-r368gro .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-r368gro .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-r368gro .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-r368gro .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

If you feel like you’ve “tried empathy” and you’re not a fan of the results, tune into this conversation about what empathy is and why you need more of it in your life. In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, where host Stacy Bellward and Heidi Eaton (Podcast Manager) have a transparent conversation about the role of empathy in parenting. Together they explore the challenges parents face in nurturing empathy, acknowledging that it might not always come naturally. Key points: Empathy is a skill we can learn, not a talent we’re born with. A calm brain is essential for true empathy. Caring about feelings doesn’t mean agreeing with behavior. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: Why Little (and Not-So-Little) Kids with Big Emotions Benefit From Big Empathy Podcast: Ep. 193: Agape Love: The Surprising Time Your Child Needs It Most Video: “Feeling Understood Was All He Needed” Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Connected Families Parent Coaching Romans 12:15 Hebrews 4:15 Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child by Dr. John Gottman Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table and other donors whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Heidi Eaton and her family have experienced the transformational power of the Connected Families messages for many years. She loves being on this team and spreading hope and intention to other parents. Heidi and her husband Tim have 3 children and have been married for over 20 years. When Heidi is not managing the podcast, she loves spending time in nature and baking. © 2025 Connected Families

If you feel like you’ve “tried empathy” and you’re not a fan of the results, tune into this conversation about what empathy is and why you need more of it in your life. In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, where host Stacy Bellward and Heidi Eaton (Podcast Manager) have a transparent conversation about the role of empathy in parenting. Together they explore the challenges parents face in nurturing empathy, acknowledging that it might not always come naturally. Key points: Empathy is a skill we can learn, not a talent we’re born with. A calm brain is essential for true empathy. Caring about feelings doesn’t mean agreeing with behavior. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: Why Little (and Not-So-Little) Kids with Big Emotions Benefit From Big Empathy Podcast: Ep. 193: Agape Love: The Surprising Time Your Child Needs It Most Video: “Feeling Understood Was All He Needed” Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Connected Families Parent Coaching Romans 12:15 Hebrews 4:15 Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child by Dr. John Gottman Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table and other donors whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Heidi Eaton and her family have experienced the transformational power of the Connected Families messages for many years. She loves being on this team and spreading hope and intention to other parents. Heidi and her husband Tim have 3 children and have been married for over 20 years. When Heidi is not managing the podcast, she loves spending time in nature and baking. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-at10v5q {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-at10v5q-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-at10v5q-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-at10v5q-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-at10v5q .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-at10v5q .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-at10v5q .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-at10v5q .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-y8bdn6h .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}SPECIAL MARCH OFFER EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY APRIL 4TH! .stk-8xd6ojq .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 a month in March and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sensitive & Intense Kids online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. .stk-uo6iovf .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-uo6iovf .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-uo6iovf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-uo6iovf .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uo6iovf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!

*This resource was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* For followers of Jesus, soul care isn’t optional. For burned-out or overwhelmed parents, it offers a rare lifeline. In this podcast, Stacy Bellward chats with Connected Families certified parent coaches Taylor Irby and Amy Nyvall about the vital importance of spiritual self-care while parenting. Through both challenging “valley” seasons and smoother periods, they emphasize that nurturing one’s relationship with God isn’t about fixing problems but creating space to receive His presence. Whether through simple practices like prayer during shower time or scripture reading, maintaining spiritual groundedness is essential – especially when parenting sensitive and intense children. Key takeaways: Connecting with Jesus first is key to effective parenting. Developing practical soul-care habits brings peace amid chaos. Reframing challenges as growth opportunities deepens reliance on God. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids course Connected Families Parent Coaching Book reference: Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Lectio Divina app (here is one example) Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This resource was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 16 years and live among the fir trees outside Portland, Oregon. They enjoy outdoor adventures as much as possible and have a blast homeschooling their three intensely creative, adventurous, and active children. In her spare time, you’ll find Amy encouraging moms and homeschoolers, learning alongside the kids, or slipping away to read from a stack of her own books. Amy is passionate about creating a family culture that equips our children to be prepared to serve the Lord in the days ahead. She is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and has personal experience and knowledge in the sensitive and intense space. You can connect with her for parent coaching at: amynyvall@gmail.com. Taylor Irby is a mother to 5 kids, and she understands the struggles parents face. Every day she faces ADHD, autism, anxiety, developmental delays, and adoption trauma. She too has sat in the trenches and searched the world for answers. Taylor read book after book and got excited over methods that were short-lived. That is when she hit the wall of desperation and sought parent coaching through Connected Families. Taylor ultimately became a coach through their training program to help others like her. She has seen a transformation in her home through working with a framework that has changed not only her children’s behavior but their hearts as well. You are not alone on this parenting journey. There is hope, and you can enjoy your children, build that relationship you have wanted, and see behavior change. You can learn more about Taylor at taylorirbycoaching.com and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/taylor.irby.5 and Instagram @taylorirbycoaching © 2025 Connected Families

*This resource was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* For followers of Jesus, soul care isn’t optional. For burned-out or overwhelmed parents, it offers a rare lifeline. In this podcast, Stacy Bellward chats with Connected Families certified parent coaches Taylor Irby and Amy Nyvall about the vital importance of spiritual self-care while parenting. Through both challenging “valley” seasons and smoother periods, they emphasize that nurturing one’s relationship with God isn’t about fixing problems but creating space to receive His presence. Whether through simple practices like prayer during shower time or scripture reading, maintaining spiritual groundedness is essential – especially when parenting sensitive and intense children. Key takeaways: Connecting with Jesus first is key to effective parenting. Developing practical soul-care habits brings peace amid chaos. Reframing challenges as growth opportunities deepens reliance on God. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids course Connected Families Parent Coaching Book reference: Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Lectio Divina app (here is one example) Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! *This resource was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 16 years and live among the fir trees outside Portland, Oregon. They enjoy outdoor adventures as much as possible and have a blast homeschooling their three intensely creative, adventurous, and active children. In her spare time, you’ll find Amy encouraging moms and homeschoolers, learning alongside the kids, or slipping away to read from a stack of her own books. Amy is passionate about creating a family culture that equips our children to be prepared to serve the Lord in the days ahead. She is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and has personal experience and knowledge in the sensitive and intense space. You can connect with her for parent coaching at: amynyvall@gmail.com. Taylor Irby is a mother to 5 kids, and she understands the struggles parents face. Every day she faces ADHD, autism, anxiety, developmental delays, and adoption trauma. She too has sat in the trenches and searched the world for answers. Taylor read book after book and got excited over methods that were short-lived. That is when she hit the wall of desperation and sought parent coaching through Connected Families. Taylor ultimately became a coach through their training program to help others like her. She has seen a transformation in her home through working with a framework that has changed not only her children’s behavior but their hearts as well. You are not alone on this parenting journey. There is hope, and you can enjoy your children, build that relationship you have wanted, and see behavior change. 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Have you thought of leading a small group through one of the Connected Families video courses? This episode will answer your questions. Small groups help combat parental isolation and create supportive communities for lasting family transformation. Host Stacy Bellward discusses the opportunity to lead Connected Families small groups with guests Pam Thompson (Certified Parent Coach) and Jacquie Danz (Small Group Coordinator). Together they discuss the benefits of small groups and answer frequently asked questions. Key Points: Leading a group is simplified to facilitating discussion and playing videos No expertise required – content is provided by Connected Families experts Cost savings: Individual course is $140 vs. $55 per household in groups Groups provide accountability and deeper learning through community Full support provided to leaders through Connected Families resources Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Union Gospel Mission (Seattle) Ministry Partnerships page Contact Us Pam Thompson coaching info Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Pam Thompson is a licensed Family and Early Childhood Educator and a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. She is a mom of two young adult children and “like a mom” to two young adults who have experienced extensive trauma. Because of her education and experiences, she especially enjoys encouraging and supporting parents of young children, parents of young adult children, parents of kids from hard places, and teachers. Jacquie Danz is the Marketing & Small Group Coordinator at Connected Families. She first discovered Connected Families over a decade ago and now enjoys being part of the team sharing Connected Families with everyone. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring coffee shops with her husband, reading anything she can get her hands on, and spending time with her lovely teenage daughters.

Have you thought of leading a small group through one of the Connected Families video courses? This episode will answer your questions. Small groups help combat parental isolation and create supportive communities for lasting family transformation. Host Stacy Bellward discusses the opportunity to lead Connected Families small groups with guests Pam Thompson (Certified Parent Coach) and Jacquie Danz (Small Group Coordinator). Together they discuss the benefits of small groups and answer frequently asked questions. Key Points: Leading a group is simplified to facilitating discussion and playing videos No expertise required – content is provided by Connected Families experts Cost savings: Individual course is $140 vs. $55 per household in groups Groups provide accountability and deeper learning through community Full support provided to leaders through Connected Families resources Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Union Gospel Mission (Seattle) Ministry Partnerships page Contact Us Pam Thompson coaching info Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Pam Thompson is a licensed Family and Early Childhood Educator and a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. She is a mom of two young adult children and “like a mom” to two young adults who have experienced extensive trauma. Because of her education and experiences, she especially enjoys encouraging and supporting parents of young children, parents of young adult children, parents of kids from hard places, and teachers. Jacquie Danz is the Marketing & Small Group Coordinator at Connected Families. She first discovered Connected Families over a decade ago and now enjoys being part of the team sharing Connected Families with everyone. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring coffee shops with her husband, reading anything she can get her hands on, and spending time with her lovely teenage daughters. .stk-zh07ja9{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-zh07ja9:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-zh07ja9 > .stk-separator__bottom{transform:scaleX(-1) !important} .stk-yldwg8s{align-self:center !important} Take the course that was made for your family. Got a child with extra big emotions? We get it. And we want to support and equip you. Raising an intense and sensitive child isn’t easy, but it can be filled with hope. .stk-i4zx9sd .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-i4zx9sd .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-i4zx9sd .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-i4zx9sd .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE .stk-wa943ls{align-self:center !important}

Dr. Nicole Wilke is back in this episode to explore another layer of building resilience in kids–affirming character development. Dr. Wilke shares practical wisdom on speaking healing words to our children and fostering resilience through appropriate levels of challenge and support. In addition, Stacy highlights how you can use the ABC’s of Affirmation tool to practice what the Bible and brain science teach us about resilience. Key Takeaways: Creating margin and proper rhythms can help you speak more wisely Challenges build resilience when paired with appropriate support Focus on one character trait at a time as a family Model the character you want to see, including confession when you fall short Affirm success and help your children understand the “why” behind character development Mentioned in this podcast: ABC’s of Affirmation PDF download Dr. Wilke’s book: Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience Ep 201 | Overcoming: How Adversity, Challenges & Childhood Trauma Can Shape Our Children in Positive Ways Proverbs 12:18 James 1:12 Galatians 6:9 Galatians 5:22 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Donate today to keep Christ-centered resources coming your way! Love what you hear? Take a moment to share this episode with a friend. Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. © 2025 Connected Families

Dr. Nicole Wilke is back in this episode to explore another layer of building resilience in kids–affirming character development. Dr. Wilke shares practical wisdom on speaking healing words to our children and fostering resilience through appropriate levels of challenge and support. In addition, Stacy highlights how you can use the ABC’s of Affirmation tool to practice what the Bible and brain science teach us about resilience. Key Takeaways: Creating margin and proper rhythms can help you speak more wisely Challenges build resilience when paired with appropriate support Focus on one character trait at a time as a family Model the character you want to see, including confession when you fall short Affirm success and help your children understand the “why” behind character development Mentioned in this podcast: ABC’s of Affirmation PDF download Dr. Wilke’s book: Overcoming: What Scripture and Science Say About Resilience Ep 201 | Overcoming: How Adversity, Challenges & Childhood Trauma Can Shape Our Children in Positive Ways Proverbs 12:18 James 1:12 Galatians 6:9 Galatians 5:22 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Donate today to keep Christ-centered resources coming your way! Love what you hear? Take a moment to share this episode with a friend. Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-u02xo3j-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-u02xo3j-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-tom9n9b .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-al6q2af .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-rms7hcl .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-rms7hcl .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-rms7hcl .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-rms7hcl .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rms7hcl .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-uqbwh9f{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-uqbwh9f:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-b5mv1in{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-h5w6gol{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-julopxq .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-5hvxq2o .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-rhdcbti .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-rhdcbti .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-rhdcbti .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-rhdcbti .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rhdcbti .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Got questions about marriage? Feeling like, “My marriage is broken”? Join Jim and Lynne Jackson as they candidly answer real questions about marriage from parents like you. They touch on everything from balancing time for one another with parenting to avoiding “parenting” your spouse and navigating your differences. Jim and Lynne share share their journey of learning to drop judgments, connect intentionally, and maintain hope through difficult seasons. Listen in for some laughs, encouragement, and wisdom for doing life together. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: How I Avoided a Full-blown Affair Blog post: Family Meetings The On-Purpose Person by Kevin McCarthy Power of Questions online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart book Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Romans 15:13 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help others discover our podcast–take a second to rate the show and leave a review. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families

Got questions about marriage? Feeling like, “My marriage is broken”? Join Jim and Lynne Jackson as they candidly answer real questions about marriage from parents like you. They touch on everything from balancing time for one another with parenting to avoiding “parenting” your spouse and navigating your differences. Jim and Lynne share share their journey of learning to drop judgments, connect intentionally, and maintain hope through difficult seasons. Listen in for some laughs, encouragement, and wisdom for doing life together. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: How I Avoided a Full-blown Affair Blog post: Family Meetings The On-Purpose Person by Kevin McCarthy Power of Questions online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart book Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Romans 15:13 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help others discover our podcast–take a second to rate the show and leave a review. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-e9ujuni-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-e9ujuni {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-e9ujuni:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-e9ujuni-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-e9ujuni-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-e9ujuni .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-vrq5koz {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-as1jnj1-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-nvvjl49 .stk-img-wrapper{width:96% !important;height:500px !important;}.stk-nvvjl49 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-nvvjl49 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-e4mwgql {align-self:center !important;}.stk-e4mwgql-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-4x38hm8 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide .stk-2ethvql {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. .stk-hgqps4z {margin-bottom:12px !important;} Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. .stk-jy935dk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jy935dk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-jy935dk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-apwfrsj , .stk-apwfrsj .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-apwfrsj {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-apwfrsj .stk-button{min-height:0px !important;padding-top:9px !important;padding-right:9px !important;padding-bottom:9px !important;padding-left:9px !important;background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-apwfrsj .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-apwfrsj .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

**Content warning: this podcast discusses mental health issues, including suicide.** Whether you’re dealing with tantrums or teen anxiety, you won’t want to miss this honest, down-to-earth conversation with Josh and Rachel Keller (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) as they dive deep into the topic of building resilience in children. As therapists and educators, they share practical wisdom on why kids aren’t naturally resilient and need to learn this essential life skill. Key takeaways: Why the common phrase “kids are resilient” can be misleading How to help children process difficult emotions in healthy ways Practical strategies for building resilience while maintaining connection The spiritual component of developing resilience Why protecting kids from all hardship can backfire Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF – ABC’s of Affirmation Galatians 5:19-26 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They believe that teenagers are a wonder to behold, not a problem to be fixed. They have been married for 15 years, with three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN.

**Content warning: this podcast discusses mental health issues, including suicide.** Whether you’re dealing with tantrums or teen anxiety, you won’t want to miss this honest, down-to-earth conversation with Josh and Rachel Keller (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) as they dive deep into the topic of building resilience in children. As therapists and educators, they share practical wisdom on why kids aren’t naturally resilient and need to learn this essential life skill. Key takeaways: Why the common phrase “kids are resilient” can be misleading How to help children process difficult emotions in healthy ways Practical strategies for building resilience while maintaining connection The spiritual component of developing resilience Why protecting kids from all hardship can backfire Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF – ABC’s of Affirmation Galatians 5:19-26 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They believe that teenagers are a wonder to behold, not a problem to be fixed. They have been married for 15 years, with three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-ekriwhj{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-jkpmi0z{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-jkpmi0z:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-jkpmi0z-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-jkpmi0z{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-xfg0mfb{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-hfbd7xo .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hfbd7xo .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-fc57vrn{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-bgmtcv6{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-bgmtcv6 .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-bgmtcv6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-bgmtcv6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

You won’t want to miss parent coaches Chad Hayenga and Katie Johnson exploring the meaningful practice of blessing your kids. They unpack what “blessing” meant throughout the Bible and what your heart needs to receive so that you can bless your children. And, of course, they offer plenty of ideas about when and how you can start practicing blessing your kids today. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: How to Speak Blessings Over Your Child FREE PDF: The ABC’s of Affirmation Ephesians 1:3 Mark 10 Hebrews 11:20-21 Psalm 103 1 Thessalonians 5:15 Numbers 6:24-26 Philippians 2 Luke 2:52 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest Bio: Katie Johnson is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach living in Madison, WI, with her family. After receiving her M.Ed. from Valparaiso University, she worked for many years in education and is now on the homeschool journey with her three young children. Find out more about Katie and parent coaching here.

You won’t want to miss parent coaches Chad Hayenga and Katie Johnson exploring the meaningful practice of blessing your kids. They unpack what “blessing” meant throughout the Bible and what your heart needs to receive so that you can bless your children. And, of course, they offer plenty of ideas about when and how you can start practicing blessing your kids today. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: How to Speak Blessings Over Your Child FREE PDF: The ABC’s of Affirmation Ephesians 1:3 Mark 10 Hebrews 11:20-21 Psalm 103 1 Thessalonians 5:15 Numbers 6:24-26 Philippians 2 Luke 2:52 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest Bio: Katie Johnson is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach living in Madison, WI, with her family. After receiving her M.Ed. from Valparaiso University, she worked for many years in education and is now on the homeschool journey with her three young children. Find out more about Katie and parent coaching here. .stk-z5ve1rn-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-z5ve1rn-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-pjf57e9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-g7k4zr8 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-fhd4q9e .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-fhd4q9e .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-fhd4q9e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-fhd4q9e .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fhd4q9e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-cu0i6fe{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-cu0i6fe:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-yjl2y2r{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-5798se2{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-6ofiu9m .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-qp3b19u .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-t0vkcn3 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-t0vkcn3 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-t0vkcn3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-t0vkcn3 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-t0vkcn3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your child’s misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? There is science behind the power of affirmation. You can learn to shine a bright spot on the small things that go well and begin to unravel this cycle of discouragement in your child. And it will bring encouragement to you as a parent, too! In today’s podcast, Lynne Jackson (Co-Founder of Connected Families) shares a powerful and practical tool she created called the ABC’s of Affirmation. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE PDF: Downloadable ABC’s of Affirmation I Was a Critical Parent: 7 Steps I Took to Find a More Loving Way Is There “Miracle Grow” for Good Behavior? (The ABC’s of Affirmation) Learn more about “The Table” community at Connected Families Grace and Truth For Moms (online course) Connected Families Framework How Your Thoughts Change Your Brain, Cells, and Genes What Your Brain Needs to Know About Neuroplasticity Corrie Thetford, Lydia Rex (Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches) Dr. Alan Kazdin Philippians 4:8 Romans 12:2 2 Corinthians 10:5 1 Thessalonians 4:9 1 Thessalonians 5:11 How have you used the ABC’s of Affirmation with your kids? We’d love to hear your stories! And don’t forget to check out our website for more great resources! Need more encouragement or help? Please contact us; we are here for you! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy.

Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your child’s misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? There is science behind the power of affirmation. You can learn to shine a bright spot on the small things that go well and begin to unravel this cycle of discouragement in your child. And it will bring encouragement to you as a parent, too! In today’s podcast, Lynne Jackson (Co-Founder of Connected Families) shares a powerful and practical tool she created called the ABC’s of Affirmation. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE PDF: Downloadable ABC’s of Affirmation I Was a Critical Parent: 7 Steps I Took to Find a More Loving Way Is There “Miracle Grow” for Good Behavior? (The ABC’s of Affirmation) Learn more about “The Table” community at Connected Families Grace and Truth For Moms (online course) Connected Families Framework How Your Thoughts Change Your Brain, Cells, and Genes What Your Brain Needs to Know About Neuroplasticity Corrie Thetford, Lydia Rex (Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches) Dr. Alan Kazdin Philippians 4:8 Romans 12:2 2 Corinthians 10:5 1 Thessalonians 4:9 1 Thessalonians 5:11 How have you used the ABC’s of Affirmation with your kids? We’d love to hear your stories! And don’t forget to check out our website for more great resources! Need more encouragement or help? Please contact us; we are here for you! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. .stk-qcs6nuy-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-qcs6nuy {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-qcs6nuy:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-qcs6nuy .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-eum7lu4 {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-m8k41zg-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-4kw3qn6 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-4kw3qn6 .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4kw3qn6 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-482p5n3 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-482p5n3-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-uhaj9og {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-uhaj9og .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uhaj9og .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-bl7dq39 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-bl7dq39 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-bl7dq39 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-bl7dq39 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

In this episode, Connected Families staff discuss the scriptures and spiritual practices that have helped them stay connected to God in the past year. They also share their vision for the coming year and their commitment to providing “bite-sized” encouragement to overwhelmed parents. Listen in for a few simple ideas on staying centered on your Good Shepherd as you lead your family with grace. Mentioned in this podcast: Tell me more about The Table Personal Retreat Guide Hosea 11:4 1 Peter 1:22 1 Peter 4:10 1 Peter 4:8 Isaiah 30:21 Psalm 91 Silence and Solitude by Ruth Haley Barton Lynne’s Scripture Card box Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels the work to transform families. Give a gift to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate the podcast and help others find it.

In this episode, Connected Families staff discuss the scriptures and spiritual practices that have helped them stay connected to God in the past year. They also share their vision for the coming year and their commitment to providing “bite-sized” encouragement to overwhelmed parents. Listen in for a few simple ideas on staying centered on your Good Shepherd as you lead your family with grace. Mentioned in this podcast: Tell me more about The Table Personal Retreat Guide Hosea 11:4 1 Peter 1:22 1 Peter 4:10 1 Peter 4:8 Isaiah 30:21 Psalm 91 Silence and Solitude by Ruth Haley Barton Lynne’s Scripture Card box Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels the work to transform families. Give a gift to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate the podcast and help others find it. .stk-dljbvw8-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-dljbvw8-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-18otvma .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-tugraes .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-ja14glo .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-ja14glo .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-ja14glo .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-ja14glo .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ja14glo .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-a2qrvp3{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-a2qrvp3:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-zsxgak5{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-8kq30k5{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-m1t2bxy .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-q2rko3t .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-hrk4buy .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-hrk4buy .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-hrk4buy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-hrk4buy .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hrk4buy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or intense kids in mind, and the principles shared are paired with practical examples and stories from parents who’ve tested the ideas. Plus, we’ve got a free PDF for you: 50 Calming Activities (with ideas for engaging each of the senses). Mentioned in this podcast: 50 Calming Activities PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, and leave us a review! Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today.

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or intense kids in mind, and the principles shared are paired with practical examples and stories from parents who’ve tested the ideas. Plus, we’ve got a free PDF for you: 50 Calming Activities (with ideas for engaging each of the senses). Mentioned in this podcast: 50 Calming Activities PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, and leave us a review! Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-m8g1lod{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-m8g1lod-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-m8g1lod-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-m8g1lod-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-m8g1lod .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-hxylp6c .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-s9vbarz{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-s9vbarz .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-mfgr1c0 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-6sv395b .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6sv395b .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6sv395b .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6sv395b .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

In this podcast we chat with Danika Delello, who shares how desperate she was for help when dealing with her strong-willed child’s frequent, lengthy tantrums. She talks about switching her parenting mindset from an obedience-focused approach to one based on connection and grace through the Connected Families Framework. Danika relates how this shift allowed her to be present in a loving, affectionate way during her child’s difficult meltdowns and gave her insight into her own relation to God. We know you’ll relate to and feel encouraged by this mom’s journey to joy and connection. Mentioned in this podcast: Give the gift of connection to other families through a year-end financial gift to Connected Families Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart book Consequences That Actually Work – free ebook Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Ep. 197 | The Flourishing Family: Don’t Settle for Merely Surviving Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate the podcast! It just takes a second and it helps other parents discover the show. Guest Bio: Danika Delello and her husband Jared live in central Virginia, where she homeschools their three children. They love hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, playing board games, and reading copious amounts of books. They always seek to become more like Jesus and be a family that exemplifies him to others.

In this podcast we chat with Danika Delello, who shares how desperate she was for help when dealing with her strong-willed child’s frequent, lengthy tantrums. She talks about switching her parenting mindset from an obedience-focused approach to one based on connection and grace through the Connected Families Framework. Danika relates how this shift allowed her to be present in a loving, affectionate way during her child’s difficult meltdowns and gave her insight into her own relation to God. We know you’ll relate to and feel encouraged by this mom’s journey to joy and connection. Mentioned in this podcast: Give the gift of connection to other families through a year-end financial gift to Connected Families Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart book Consequences That Actually Work – free ebook Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Ep. 197 | The Flourishing Family: Don’t Settle for Merely Surviving Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Rate the podcast! It just takes a second and it helps other parents discover the show. Guest Bio: Danika Delello and her husband Jared live in central Virginia, where she homeschools their three children. They love hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, playing board games, and reading copious amounts of books. They always seek to become more like Jesus and be a family that exemplifies him to others. .stk-8858963-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-8858963-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-8ae3bab {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-8ae3bab .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-1df61d6 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1df61d6 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-1df61d6 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-4d2b93b {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-4d2b93b .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-ab82036 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ab82036 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ab82036 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-1ca5b61 .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-1ca5b61 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-1ca5b61 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-1ca5b61 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1ca5b61 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

If you imagine your most recent parenting fail, do you cringe or just laugh? Do you wallow in shame or regret? Today, we’re talking with Dijea Young about moving beyond regret into hope. She shares experiences as a mom to 8, grandmother, and Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and explains helpful strategies for transforming regrets into opportunities, particularly during the holidays. Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 91 | How Can I Better Parent My Adult Children? Episode 119 | Grandparenting Through a New Lens Episode 184 | How to Be a Great Grandparent to Your Grandkids and Their Parents Episode 205: Holidays Boundaries & Expectations with Family Dan Pink: The Power of Regret Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Dijea Young is a teacher, mother of eight, and grandma. For over 35 years, she has served children and families in a variety of roles. Now as a Certified Parent Coach, she combines her professional training and personal experience to help parents and grandparents nurture relationships across generations. For more information about Dijea or her services, visit www.Room4HopeCoaching.com or email Room4HopeCoaching@gmail.com

If you imagine your most recent parenting fail, do you cringe or just laugh? Do you wallow in shame or regret? Today, we’re talking with Dijea Young about moving beyond regret into hope. She shares experiences as a mom to 8, grandmother, and Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and explains helpful strategies for transforming regrets into opportunities, particularly during the holidays. Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 91 | How Can I Better Parent My Adult Children? Episode 119 | Grandparenting Through a New Lens Episode 184 | How to Be a Great Grandparent to Your Grandkids and Their Parents Episode 205: Holidays Boundaries & Expectations with Family Dan Pink: The Power of Regret Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Dijea Young is a teacher, mother of eight, and grandma. For over 35 years, she has served children and families in a variety of roles. Now as a Certified Parent Coach, she combines her professional training and personal experience to help parents and grandparents nurture relationships across generations. For more information about Dijea or her services, visit www.Room4HopeCoaching.com or email Room4HopeCoaching@gmail.com .stk-9tu4pyv-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-9tu4pyv-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-hecs0bm {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-hecs0bm .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-041viyu .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-041viyu .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-041viyu .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-fi2e6cg {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-fi2e6cg .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-4lv9nlq .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4lv9nlq .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4lv9nlq .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-s2hxe01 .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-s2hxe01 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-s2hxe01 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-s2hxe01 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-s2hxe01 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

In today’s episode, Connected Families Co-Founder Jim Jackson interviews Stephen Freeman, a father of five, who shares how Connected Families impacted his parenting approach. Through coaching and practical tools, Stephen learned to see challenging behaviors differently and developed a deeper understanding of both parenting and God as Father. Mentioned in this podcast: Parent Coaching Give the gift of connection this Christmas! Give to Connected Families today. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Stephen Freeman has been married to his wife Caroline for 13 years, and they have 3 biological kids and 2 bonus kids spanning from 15 to 1. They live in Jacksonville, Florida, and have been helped by the Connected Families framework for the last 5 years. Stephen is the founder of Kairos Digital, a marketing agency that helps good organizations do great things, and is a deacon and teacher at Awaken Church.

In today’s episode, Connected Families Co-Founder Jim Jackson interviews Stephen Freeman, a father of five, who shares how Connected Families impacted his parenting approach. Through coaching and practical tools, Stephen learned to see challenging behaviors differently and developed a deeper understanding of both parenting and God as Father. Mentioned in this podcast: Parent Coaching Give the gift of connection this Christmas! Give to Connected Families today. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Stephen Freeman has been married to his wife Caroline for 13 years, and they have 3 biological kids and 2 bonus kids spanning from 15 to 1. They live in Jacksonville, Florida, and have been helped by the Connected Families framework for the last 5 years. Stephen is the founder of Kairos Digital, a marketing agency that helps good organizations do great things, and is a deacon and teacher at Awaken Church. .stk-0uakij2-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-0uakij2-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-87smwhz {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-87smwhz .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-tdoqgke .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tdoqgke .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-tdoqgke .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-uosk6db {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-uosk6db .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-d31m714 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-d31m714 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-d31m714 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-7q0761z .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-7q0761z .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-7q0761z .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-7q0761z .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7q0761z .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

If you’re not satisfied with what your parenting looks like today, maybe becoming a better mom or dad is more about reframing what you already do than finding new tips and tricks that “work” with your kids. In this episode, Connected Families Co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson discuss the powerful practice of transforming discouraging mental “tapes” into grace-filled, constructive thoughts aligned with biblical truth. The Jacksons share practical examples of common negative thoughts like “This is just too much!” or “I shouldn’t have to deal with this!” and offer redemptive reframes that lead to greater connection with your kids and make room for God’s transforming work in your family. Mentioned in this podcast: The Blessing by John Trent, Gary Smalley, and Kari Trent Stageberg John 10:10 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 15:13 Isaiah 62:2 Ephesians 1 & 2 Check out the Connected Families website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.

If you’re not satisfied with what your parenting looks like today, maybe becoming a better mom or dad is more about reframing what you already do than finding new tips and tricks that “work” with your kids. In this episode, Connected Families Co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson discuss the powerful practice of transforming discouraging mental “tapes” into grace-filled, constructive thoughts aligned with biblical truth. The Jacksons share practical examples of common negative thoughts like “This is just too much!” or “I shouldn’t have to deal with this!” and offer redemptive reframes that lead to greater connection with your kids and make room for God’s transforming work in your family. Mentioned in this podcast: The Blessing by John Trent, Gary Smalley, and Kari Trent Stageberg John 10:10 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 15:13 Isaiah 62:2 Ephesians 1 & 2 Check out the Connected Families website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. .stk-dpe9klq-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-dpe9klq-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-984g8qt {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-984g8qt .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-edbaxrn .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-edbaxrn .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-edbaxrn .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-rht8w5h {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-rht8w5h .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-qvymhri .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qvymhri .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-qvymhri .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-yfn23vh .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-yfn23vh .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-yfn23vh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-yfn23vh .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-yfn23vh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Wondering how you can set holiday boundaries and expectations for family gatherings? Are you looking forward to celebrating Christmas with family but dreading unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? You are not alone. Changes in your daily routines, travel, lack of sleep, and large gatherings set the stage for parenting challenges. Sometimes, other adults in your family may scrutinize these difficult situations. This may lead to comments or questions that don’t feel supportive. On today’s podcast, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education & Equipping) and Jenna Williams (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about navigating the holidays with relatives. They specifically address how you can respond when grandparents or other family members criticize you (or your children). Role-playing possible scenarios, Jenna and Chad bring humor and practical wisdom to you just in time for holiday gatherings. In this podcast, you’ll discover: proactive strategies to intentionally prepare your family for upcoming gatherings, including evaluating your own expectations, having conversations with your children, and even having conversations with grandparents about their expectations roleplays to help you navigate criticism, unhelpful comments, or harsh discipline by grandparents or other relatives that you can model humility and the value of connection to your parents and kids during holiday gatherings and difficult situations We hope you have been encouraged by today’s podcast, and we look forward to getting to know you. Please check out our website, and don’t forget to reach out if you need help. It is a joy to walk with you as you parent your kids in God’s grace and truth! Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Christmas Bundle with your gift of $35 Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Live Webinar – Register Today Connected Families Parent Coaching Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Connected Families Framework Unsolicited Advice? 4 Ways to Respond (Connected Families FREE PDF) Guest Bio: Jenna Williams and her husband, Sam, have been married for ten years. They live in Colorado Springs, CO, and have three amazing children ages 3-7. Jenna is a registered nurse by trade and works in a postpartum unit. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and loves caring for and supporting families! Connected Families has been a true blessing for her and her family, and she is excited to share that blessing with others. You can find her on Instagram @jennawilliams0411.

Wondering how you can set holiday boundaries and expectations for family gatherings? Are you looking forward to celebrating Christmas with family but dreading unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? You are not alone. Changes in your daily routines, travel, lack of sleep, and large gatherings set the stage for parenting challenges. Sometimes, other adults in your family may scrutinize these difficult situations. This may lead to comments or questions that don’t feel supportive. On today’s podcast, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education & Equipping) and Jenna Williams (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about navigating the holidays with relatives. They specifically address how you can respond when grandparents or other family members criticize you (or your children). Role-playing possible scenarios, Jenna and Chad bring humor and practical wisdom to you just in time for holiday gatherings. In this podcast, you’ll discover: proactive strategies to intentionally prepare your family for upcoming gatherings, including evaluating your own expectations, having conversations with your children, and even having conversations with grandparents about their expectations roleplays to help you navigate criticism, unhelpful comments, or harsh discipline by grandparents or other relatives that you can model humility and the value of connection to your parents and kids during holiday gatherings and difficult situations We hope you have been encouraged by today’s podcast, and we look forward to getting to know you. Please check out our website, and don’t forget to reach out if you need help. It is a joy to walk with you as you parent your kids in God’s grace and truth! Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Christmas Bundle with your gift of $35 Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Live Webinar – Register Today Connected Families Parent Coaching Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Connected Families Framework Unsolicited Advice? 4 Ways to Respond (Connected Families FREE PDF) Guest Bio: Jenna Williams and her husband, Sam, have been married for ten years. They live in Colorado Springs, CO, and have three amazing children ages 3-7. Jenna is a registered nurse by trade and works in a postpartum unit. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and loves caring for and supporting families! Connected Families has been a true blessing for her and her family, and she is excited to share that blessing with others. You can find her on Instagram @jennawilliams0411. .stk-sn3j75f-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-sn3j75f-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-7c9ywwi {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-7c9ywwi .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-t7wsqm3 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-t7wsqm3 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-t7wsqm3 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-bf4j5lr {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-bf4j5lr .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-w2nuxf3 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-w2nuxf3 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-w2nuxf3 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-i4x9a54 .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-i4x9a54 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-i4x9a54 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-i4x9a54 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-i4x9a54 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Today we chat with Leah Sutterlin, an adoptee, adoptive mom, and adoption advocate, about being an adoptee. Leah shares how early separation affected her later relationships and attachment style and discusses the identity struggles she experienced growing up. She also explains how her parents’ supportive approach allowed her to openly process grief and embrace her adoption story. Listen in to gain insight to support adoptees in your life! Mentioned in this podcast: An Adoptee’s Perspective: What’s It’s Like to Be Adopted & How to Help Connected Christmas Bundle – New Resource available with your gift of $35 to Connected Families Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families today and give the gift of connection to families looking for hope. Rate the podcast–it only takes a second and helps other families find the show! Guest Bio: Leah Sutterlin has worked for several organizations in the adoption and foster care space, including the National Council For Adoption and the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). She is an adult adoptee currently residing in Sunnyvale, California, who tries to raise awareness about the value adoption can bring to families.

Today we chat with Leah Sutterlin, an adoptee, adoptive mom, and adoption advocate, about being an adoptee. Leah shares how early separation affected her later relationships and attachment style and discusses the identity struggles she experienced growing up. She also explains how her parents’ supportive approach allowed her to openly process grief and embrace her adoption story. Listen in to gain insight to support adoptees in your life! Mentioned in this podcast: An Adoptee’s Perspective: What’s It’s Like to Be Adopted & How to Help Connected Christmas Bundle – New Resource available with your gift of $35 to Connected Families Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families today and give the gift of connection to families looking for hope. Rate the podcast–it only takes a second and helps other families find the show! Guest Bio: Leah Sutterlin has worked for several organizations in the adoption and foster care space, including the National Council For Adoption and the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). She is an adult adoptee currently residing in Sunnyvale, California, who tries to raise awareness about the value adoption can bring to families. .stk-9l0tu51-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-9l0tu51-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-qtvb613 {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-qtvb613 .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-4roz6xi .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4roz6xi .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4roz6xi .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-ipul0e5 {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-ipul0e5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-5os1ik6 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5os1ik6 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5os1ik6 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-4t542ry .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-4t542ry .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-4t542ry .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-4t542ry .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4t542ry .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson and Christina Spaeth-Harrer, pediatric occupational therapist, share their expert insights on improving family sleep. From managing bedtime routines to incorporating sensory-friendly activities, Christina and Lynne offer practical tools for common sleep challenges. They also discuss the importance of emotional connection and integrating faith to build healthy sleep habits. You’ll feel equipped and encouraged to help your family rest well. Mentioned in this podcast: Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles (Sleep Ebook) – Free Download Psalm 46:10 Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We invite you to join the transforming work God is doing in families across the globe. Donate to Connected Families today! Got a second? Rate the podcast on your favorite listening platform! Guest Bio: Christina Spaeth has over 20 years of experience providing sleep consultation, holistic, sensory integration, developmental, and aquatic occupational therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, group homes, foster care and home care, and private practice with children and adults. Christina lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children. You can learn more about the services she provides on her website.

Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson and Christina Spaeth-Harrer, pediatric occupational therapist, share their expert insights on improving family sleep. From managing bedtime routines to incorporating sensory-friendly activities, Christina and Lynne offer practical tools for common sleep challenges. They also discuss the importance of emotional connection and integrating faith to build healthy sleep habits. You’ll feel equipped and encouraged to help your family rest well. Mentioned in this podcast: Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles (Sleep Ebook) – Free Download Psalm 46:10 Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We invite you to join the transforming work God is doing in families across the globe. Donate to Connected Families today! Got a second? Rate the podcast on your favorite listening platform! Guest Bio: Christina Spaeth has over 20 years of experience providing sleep consultation, holistic, sensory integration, developmental, and aquatic occupational therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, group homes, foster care and home care, and private practice with children and adults. Christina lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children. You can learn more about the services she provides on her website.

Are you a teacher working to create a nurturing classroom environment while managing behavior well? Whether you teach in a school or volunteer at church, this conversation is for you. Dr. Cindy Wilson, Partnership Program Manager at Connected Families, and Maggie Rocke, a kindergarten teacher, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, join us to explore how to effectively apply the Connected Families Framework in the classroom. Maggie shares practical applications for the classroom while Dr. Wilson explains how the 4 messages of the Framework can build resilience in students and address underlying issues they may experience. We’re excited for you to hear how the Connected Families Framework can transform classrooms. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom LIVE webinar December 2nd – Register today–it’s FREE! Ministry Partnership Program – Register for a Discovery Session to learn more Framework Posters PDF (5 posters in all) ABCs of Affirmation Matthew 12:34 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families and support transformation in families around the world. Help others discover the Connected Families Podcast–take a second to rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Maggie Rocke is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and teaches kindergarten at a Christian school. This is her 11th year in the classroom, having previously taught kindergarten, special education, and preschool. She loves utilizing the Connected Families Framework in the classroom and encouraging other teachers to do the same. She and her husband have an 8-year-old and a 6-year-old at home.

Are you a teacher working to create a nurturing classroom environment while managing behavior well? Whether you teach in a school or volunteer at church, this conversation is for you. Dr. Cindy Wilson, Partnership Program Manager at Connected Families, and Maggie Rocke, a kindergarten teacher, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, join us to explore how to effectively apply the Connected Families Framework in the classroom. Maggie shares practical applications for the classroom while Dr. Wilson explains how the 4 messages of the Framework can build resilience in students and address underlying issues they may experience. We’re excited for you to hear how the Connected Families Framework can transform classrooms. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom LIVE webinar December 2nd – Register today–it’s FREE! Ministry Partnership Program – Register for a Discovery Session to learn more Framework Posters PDF (5 posters in all) ABCs of Affirmation Matthew 12:34 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families and support transformation in families around the world. Help others discover the Connected Families Podcast–take a second to rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Maggie Rocke is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and teaches kindergarten at a Christian school. This is her 11th year in the classroom, having previously taught kindergarten, special education, and preschool. She loves utilizing the Connected Families Framework in the classroom and encouraging other teachers to do the same. She and her husband have an 8-year-old and a 6-year-old at home.

Dr. Nicole Wilke joins us to talk about what it takes to raise kids who can overcome everything from daily challenges to childhood trauma. Nicole discusses nurturing resilience by reframing challenges positively and the importance of fostering your child’s connection with God. She emphasizes modeling resilience for your kids and integrating resilience-building moments into your daily conversations and chores. Listen in to grow your understanding and feel equipped to help your kids become “overcomers” ready to face life’s challenges. Mentioned in this podcast: Overcoming: What Scripture & Science Say About Resilience by Dr. Nicole Wilke & Dr. Amanda Hiles Howard Connected Families Partnership Program Free webinar: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you inspired by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care.

Dr. Nicole Wilke joins us to talk about what it takes to raise kids who can overcome everything from daily challenges to childhood trauma. Nicole discusses nurturing resilience by reframing challenges positively and the importance of fostering your child’s connection with God. She emphasizes modeling resilience for your kids and integrating resilience-building moments into your daily conversations and chores. Listen in to grow your understanding and feel equipped to help your kids become “overcomers” ready to face life’s challenges. Mentioned in this podcast: Overcoming: What Scripture & Science Say About Resilience by Dr. Nicole Wilke & Dr. Amanda Hiles Howard Connected Families Partnership Program Free webinar: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you inspired by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. .stk-48zhks5-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-48zhks5-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-fnstuwi .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-9fjnxxn .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-hnwucr1 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-hnwucr1 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-hnwucr1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-hnwucr1 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hnwucr1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-h46cit5{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-h46cit5:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-d90gk3t{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-bn1mw0f{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-otpht4j .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-0mcj2q3 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-dv0sibk .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-dv0sibk .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-dv0sibk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-dv0sibk .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-dv0sibk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Join us for a powerful conversation with Jim and Lynne Jackson about raising resilient children. They encourage you to focus on the process and long-term perspective of building character and identity rather than focusing on the result of the task at hand. Whether you’re dealing with homework struggles or life’s bigger challenges, you’ll feel equipped with hope and purpose to nurture resilience in your children. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: Know a Child Who Gives Up Easily? James 1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.

Join us for a powerful conversation with Jim and Lynne Jackson about raising resilient children. They encourage you to focus on the process and long-term perspective of building character and identity rather than focusing on the result of the task at hand. Whether you’re dealing with homework struggles or life’s bigger challenges, you’ll feel equipped with hope and purpose to nurture resilience in your children. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: Know a Child Who Gives Up Easily? James 1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. .stk-1apiy9z{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-civ1z07{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-civ1z07:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-civ1z07-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-civ1z07{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-d4itzdg{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-qdj4ztu .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qdj4ztu .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-vu012ep{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-7aecjsk{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-7aecjsk .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-7aecjsk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7aecjsk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

You may have heard our exciting news: The Connected Families podcast has reached an amazing milestone – two million listens! 🎉 We’re touched by how many of you have tuned in from across the US and around the world over the past five years. Thank you for listening and sharing with others who could use a little parenting encouragement. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review!

You may have heard our exciting news: The Connected Families podcast has reached an amazing milestone – two million listens! 🎉 We’re touched by how many of you have tuned in from across the US and around the world over the past five years. Thank you for listening and sharing with others who could use a little parenting encouragement. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review!

Author and artist Ruth Chou Simons chats about life with God, and her first children’s book, Home Is Right Where You Are. Ruth shares insights on pursuing God’s grace daily and passing it on to our children, emphasizing the importance of reminding kids that their true home is with Jesus. She explains how you can have meaningful faith conversations, using her book as a starting point, and encourages you to nurture your heart with God’s grace to guide your children toward their home in God. Mentioned in this podcast: Home is Right Where You Are Foundations – Family devotional by Ruth & Troy Simons Ephesians 2:8-10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes this podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate the show and help others discover The Connected Families podcast! Guest Bio: Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including her new children’s book, Home is Right Where You Are, Beholding and Becoming, TruthFilled and Now and Not Yet. She is an artist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker, using each of these platforms to sow the Word of God into people’s hearts. Through social media, and her online shop at GraceLaced.com, Simons shares her journey of God’s grace intersecting daily life with word and art. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure. https://ruthchousimons.com https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/ https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced/ https://www.facebook.com/gracelaced https://www.pinterest.com/gracelaced/ gracelaced.com

Author and artist Ruth Chou Simons chats about life with God, and her first children’s book, Home Is Right Where You Are. Ruth shares insights on pursuing God’s grace daily and passing it on to our children, emphasizing the importance of reminding kids that their true home is with Jesus. She explains how you can have meaningful faith conversations, using her book as a starting point, and encourages you to nurture your heart with God’s grace to guide your children toward their home in God. Mentioned in this podcast: Home is Right Where You Are Foundations – Family devotional by Ruth & Troy Simons Ephesians 2:8-10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes this podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate the show and help others discover The Connected Families podcast! Guest Bio: Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including her new children’s book, Home is Right Where You Are, Beholding and Becoming, TruthFilled and Now and Not Yet. She is an artist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker, using each of these platforms to sow the Word of God into people’s hearts. Through social media, and her online shop at GraceLaced.com, Simons shares her journey of God’s grace intersecting daily life with word and art. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure. https://ruthchousimons.com https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/ https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced/ https://www.facebook.com/gracelaced https://www.pinterest.com/gracelaced/ gracelaced.com .stk-uz7j2wj{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-z3y92px{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-z3y92px:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-z3y92px-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-z3y92px{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-aj7rmum{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-91b32nq .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-91b32nq .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-jxefl41{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-3hz1njc{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-3hz1njc .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-3hz1njc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3hz1njc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

In this episode, Jim and Lynn Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, chat with Dr. David and Amanda Erickson from Flourishing Homes and Families about their new book, The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose. The Ericksons share their journey of integrating Christ-centered theology with modern neuroscience to provide a holistic approach to parenting. They explore gospel-centered gentle parenting (while addressing common misconceptions) and reframe discipline as discipleship. Practical insights help parents build trust-based relationships with children. Mentioned in this podcast: The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose Ep. 108 | Kids and Misbehavior: Is It Sin? Or Something Else? Ep. 96 | Doctrine of Grace in Parenting Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Guest Bio: Dr. David and Amanda Erickson are the founders of Flourishing Homes & Families, a ministry that educates, empowers, and equips Christian parents to lead their families through parenting principles rooted in Jesus’ teachings. With David’s background in theology and Amanda’s love for child development, they’re passionate about helping parents find harmony at the intersection of Jesus-centered theology and modern neuroscience. David previously served as a pastor and spent fourteen years as a seminary theology professor. In 2023, he became president of Jacksonville College, where he guides the faculty and staff in preparing students to lead Jesus-centered lives that transform churches, communities, and the world. A former foster mom and pastor’s wife, Amanda is an artist with a free spirit and can often be found watercolor painting, sipping coffee on her front porch swing, making up silly songs for her two boys and dogs, and hiking the woods near their home on a little farm in East Texas. Website: flourishinghomesandfamilies.com Instagram: @flourishinghomesandfamilies Facebook: flourishinghomesandfamilies

In this episode, Jim and Lynn Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, chat with Dr. David and Amanda Erickson from Flourishing Homes and Families about their new book, The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose. The Ericksons share their journey of integrating Christ-centered theology with modern neuroscience to provide a holistic approach to parenting. They explore gospel-centered gentle parenting (while addressing common misconceptions) and reframe discipline as discipleship. Practical insights help parents build trust-based relationships with children. Mentioned in this podcast: The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose Ep. 108 | Kids and Misbehavior: Is It Sin? Or Something Else? Ep. 96 | Doctrine of Grace in Parenting Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Guest Bio: Dr. David and Amanda Erickson are the founders of Flourishing Homes & Families, a ministry that educates, empowers, and equips Christian parents to lead their families through parenting principles rooted in Jesus’ teachings. With David’s background in theology and Amanda’s love for child development, they’re passionate about helping parents find harmony at the intersection of Jesus-centered theology and modern neuroscience. David previously served as a pastor and spent fourteen years as a seminary theology professor. In 2023, he became president of Jacksonville College, where he guides the faculty and staff in preparing students to lead Jesus-centered lives that transform churches, communities, and the world. A former foster mom and pastor’s wife, Amanda is an artist with a free spirit and can often be found watercolor painting, sipping coffee on her front porch swing, making up silly songs for her two boys and dogs, and hiking the woods near their home on a little farm in East Texas. Website: flourishinghomesandfamilies.com Instagram: @flourishinghomesandfamilies Facebook: flourishinghomesandfamilies Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-29r4dss-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-29r4dss{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-29r4dss:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-29r4dss-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-29r4dss-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-29r4dss .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-29r4dss .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-29r4dss .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-yamd520 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-yamd520 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-yamd520.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-f1dr3oj .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-f1dr3oj .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-dxywmyf .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-dxywmyf .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-dxywmyf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-dxywmyf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-dxywmyf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

In this episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson talk with Ruth Wharton about the transformative power of “do-overs.” They unpack how this practice mirrors the gospel by encouraging us to give ourselves grace, seek forgiveness, and mend relationships. They share the simple steps involved and how do-overs grow and evolve as your children do. By modeling grace and humility through do-overs, you can start to transform the culture in your home today. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Register Today! Romans 2:4 Acts 3:19 1 John 1:9 2 Corinthians 7:10 Romans 10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting tools! Share this episode with a friend or rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Based in Malvern, Worcestershire, Ruth Wharton is the first Connected Families Certified Coach in the UK. She is a mum of five and has a background in primary school teaching. She works part-time for a local charity supporting people with autism. Ruth worked alongside her husband for twelve years as they looked after 60 teenage boys in an English boarding school. She is passionate about parenting with grace and unconditional love. The Connected Families Framework has united her and her husband in the challenge of simultaneously raising our teenagers and toddlers. She’s loved seeing the benefits of connected parenting shape each of her children to become more confident, happy, and emotionally secure. You can find out more about coaching with Ruth at: https://connectedfamilies.org/listings/ruth-wharton/.

In this episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson talk with Ruth Wharton about the transformative power of “do-overs.” They unpack how this practice mirrors the gospel by encouraging us to give ourselves grace, seek forgiveness, and mend relationships. They share the simple steps involved and how do-overs grow and evolve as your children do. By modeling grace and humility through do-overs, you can start to transform the culture in your home today. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Register Today! Romans 2:4 Acts 3:19 1 John 1:9 2 Corinthians 7:10 Romans 10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting tools! Share this episode with a friend or rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Based in Malvern, Worcestershire, Ruth Wharton is the first Connected Families Certified Coach in the UK. She is a mum of five and has a background in primary school teaching. She works part-time for a local charity supporting people with autism. Ruth worked alongside her husband for twelve years as they looked after 60 teenage boys in an English boarding school. She is passionate about parenting with grace and unconditional love. The Connected Families Framework has united her and her husband in the challenge of simultaneously raising our teenagers and toddlers. She’s loved seeing the benefits of connected parenting shape each of her children to become more confident, happy, and emotionally secure. You can find out more about coaching with Ruth at: https://connectedfamilies.org/listings/ruth-wharton/. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-f1jo7lv-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-f1jo7lv{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-f1jo7lv:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-f1jo7lv-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-f1jo7lv-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-f1jo7lv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-f1jo7lv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-f1jo7lv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-2a4o7nl .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-2a4o7nl .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-2a4o7nl.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-6uduszr .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6uduszr .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-70ffs82 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-70ffs82 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-70ffs82 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-70ffs82 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-70ffs82 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

When faced with your child’s misbehavior, it’s tempting to focus on their weaknesses: poor emotional regulation, lack of self-control, or dishonesty. But what if you could see beneath these struggles to recognize the God-given strengths hidden within? At Connected Families, we affectionately refer to these strengths as “gifts-gone-awry.” Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson sits down with 22-year-old Lucy Browning and her parents, Ted and Jill. Together, they share how identifying and nurturing Lucy’s “gifts gone awry” transformed her challenging behaviors into shining strengths that now bless others. Their story will encourage and inspire you. Mentioned in this podcast: Lucy’s Graduation Speech – Chaska High School 2020 (speech begins at 21:11) Luke 16:1-8 Sibling Conflict online course Parent Coaching Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes the podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting resources – Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Ted and Jill raised their three daughters in Minnesota, where Jill is an elementary school teacher, and Ted is a mechanical engineer. They are adjusting to life as empty nesters this fall. Their eldest daughter, Lucy, graduated from Wheaton College last spring and now lives in the Washington, DC, area. The Brownings are all about road trips and enjoy a good podcast!

When faced with your child’s misbehavior, it’s tempting to focus on their weaknesses: poor emotional regulation, lack of self-control, or dishonesty. But what if you could see beneath these struggles to recognize the God-given strengths hidden within? At Connected Families, we affectionately refer to these strengths as “gifts-gone-awry.” Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson sits down with 22-year-old Lucy Browning and her parents, Ted and Jill. Together, they share how identifying and nurturing Lucy’s “gifts gone awry” transformed her challenging behaviors into shining strengths that now bless others. Their story will encourage and inspire you. Mentioned in this podcast: Lucy’s Graduation Speech – Chaska High School 2020 (speech begins at 21:11) Luke 16:1-8 Sibling Conflict online course Parent Coaching Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes the podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting resources – Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Ted and Jill raised their three daughters in Minnesota, where Jill is an elementary school teacher, and Ted is a mechanical engineer. They are adjusting to life as empty nesters this fall. Their eldest daughter, Lucy, graduated from Wheaton College last spring and now lives in the Washington, DC, area. The Brownings are all about road trips and enjoy a good podcast! Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-cipd554-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-cipd554{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-cipd554:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-cipd554-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-cipd554-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-cipd554 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-cipd554 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-cipd554 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-2jzq1wx .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-2jzq1wx .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-2jzq1wx.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-u0ny542 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-u0ny542 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-me1frno .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-me1frno .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-me1frno .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-me1frno .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-me1frno .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Have you ever noticed bad behavior increasing the more you attempt to quell it in your child? You might be facing a situation of payoffs, accidental rewards or misplaced “focus fertilizer.” In this episode, Chad Hayenga and Jim Jackson unpack how parents often react and unintentionally reward undesired behavior. They demonstrate how shifting from frustrated reactions to genuine engagement can transform challenging moments into opportunities for connection and growth. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Join or Lead a Small Group! Discipline That Connects online course – Special Pricing for Individuals James 1:19 James 3:13 Romans 2:4 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend, or rate the show on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide.

Have you ever noticed bad behavior increasing the more you attempt to quell it in your child? You might be facing a situation of payoffs, accidental rewards or misplaced “focus fertilizer.” In this episode, Chad Hayenga and Jim Jackson unpack how parents often react and unintentionally reward undesired behavior. They demonstrate how shifting from frustrated reactions to genuine engagement can transform challenging moments into opportunities for connection and growth. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Join or Lead a Small Group! Discipline That Connects online course – Special Pricing for Individuals James 1:19 James 3:13 Romans 2:4 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend, or rate the show on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-xubif45-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-xubif45{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-xubif45:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-xubif45-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-xubif45-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-xubif45 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xubif45 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xubif45 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-t81q30k .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-t81q30k .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-t81q30k.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-4ar0hnu .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4ar0hnu .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-tsrc6gm .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-tsrc6gm .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-tsrc6gm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tsrc6gm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-tsrc6gm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Showing love is easy when your child is doing well, but what does it look like to extend selfless agape love to a child who is misbehaving? Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, share about receiving God’s unconditional love and effectively passing it on to your child (in the midst of struggles!). This conversation is packed with scripture and practical tools to encourage and equip you. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book Discipline that Connects online course – Register Now! Small Groups – Join a Discipline That Connects small group Free PDF – 20 Phrases that Communicate Empathy to Our Kids Romans 5:8 Romans 2:4 Hebrews 4:15-16 John 14:16 Luke 15:11-32 Ephesians 3:20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find the encouragement they need by sharing this episode with a friend or rating the podcast. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.

Showing love is easy when your child is doing well, but what does it look like to extend selfless agape love to a child who is misbehaving? Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, share about receiving God’s unconditional love and effectively passing it on to your child (in the midst of struggles!). This conversation is packed with scripture and practical tools to encourage and equip you. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book Discipline that Connects online course – Register Now! Small Groups – Join a Discipline That Connects small group Free PDF – 20 Phrases that Communicate Empathy to Our Kids Romans 5:8 Romans 2:4 Hebrews 4:15-16 John 14:16 Luke 15:11-32 Ephesians 3:20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting!Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today!Help others find the encouragement they need by sharing this episode with a friend or rating the podcast. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-p5tjbkv-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-p5tjbkv{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-p5tjbkv:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-p5tjbkv-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-p5tjbkv-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-p5tjbkv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-p5tjbkv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-p5tjbkv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-mggl61u .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-mggl61u .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-mggl61u.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-5xhw1xy .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5xhw1xy .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-cotqhnp .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-cotqhnp .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-cotqhnp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-cotqhnp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-cotqhnp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Expanding on last week’s episode, Josh and Rachel Keller use role-plays to show how you can engage in a difficult conversation with your child. They offer insights for choosing a time and place that will help foster meaningful dialogue and highlight the importance of listening and empathy as you enter the conversation. If you’re feeling unsure about the weighty or awkward conversations you need to have, this episode will give you a boost in confidence and some practical ideas for a great, connected conversation with your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 191: How to Talk to Your Child About Difficult Topics (Part 1) The Power of Questions online course – Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years, with three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN.

Expanding on last week’s episode, Josh and Rachel Keller use role-plays to show how you can engage in a difficult conversation with your child. They offer insights for choosing a time and place that will help foster meaningful dialogue and highlight the importance of listening and empathy as you enter the conversation. If you’re feeling unsure about the weighty or awkward conversations you need to have, this episode will give you a boost in confidence and some practical ideas for a great, connected conversation with your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 191: How to Talk to Your Child About Difficult Topics (Part 1) The Power of Questions online course – Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years, with three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-s9ycx81-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-s9ycx81{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-s9ycx81-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-s9ycx81-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-s9ycx81 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-s9ycx81 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-x5lum18 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-yfud7uw .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-js4liw2 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-js4liw2 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-9q16g28 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-9q16g28 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-9q16g28 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9q16g28 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Whether it’s swearing, sex, racism, or a loved one’s choice, talking about difficult topics is a requirement of parenting. Listen in as Josh and Rachel Keller, MA, LPCC (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches), join us to share practical ideas for approaching difficult conversations with kids of all ages. In their light-hearted and humorous way, they encourage us to reflect, embrace the awkward, and lead with curious questions. You’ll feel encouraged and equipped for your next tough conversation. And don’t miss next week’s episode, where Josh and Rachel roleplay awkward and challenging conversations. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Philippians 1:6 Proverbs 18:2 Proverbs 18:13 The Power of Questions online course: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years and have three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN.

Whether it’s swearing, sex, racism, or a loved one’s choice, talking about difficult topics is a requirement of parenting. Listen in as Josh and Rachel Keller, MA, LPCC (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches), join us to share practical ideas for approaching difficult conversations with kids of all ages. In their light-hearted and humorous way, they encourage us to reflect, embrace the awkward, and lead with curious questions. You’ll feel encouraged and equipped for your next tough conversation. And don’t miss next week’s episode, where Josh and Rachel roleplay awkward and challenging conversations. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Philippians 1:6 Proverbs 18:2 Proverbs 18:13 The Power of Questions online course: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years and have three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-l7jk4g2-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-l7jk4g2{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-l7jk4g2-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-l7jk4g2-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-l7jk4g2 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-l7jk4g2 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-17xmf8n .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-pqu2mq7 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-h25bz4o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-h25bz4o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-96j5ydy .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-96j5ydy .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-96j5ydy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-96j5ydy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Three dads and parent coaches talk about power struggles and how to break the patterns of judgment and defensiveness that get us stuck in power struggles with our kids. Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford team up to discuss how you can shift from a mindset of control to one of grace and teamwork. Jim shares a personal story about realizing he was a “power-hungry dad,” and the group roleplays how you could shift away from power-struggle parenting in a common interaction about screens and chores. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 173 – “Become the Self-Aware Parent You Want to Be” The Power of Questions online course Quick Guide for Parenting cards Acts 1:8 Colossians 1:9-14 Proverbs 15:1 Ephesians 6:4 Ephesians 3:17-19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find our podcast–take a moment to rate the show! Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 when they were becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to them as young parents. In addition to raising his three children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children. They are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.” or on their website.

Three dads and parent coaches talk about power struggles and how to break the patterns of judgment and defensiveness that get us stuck in power struggles with our kids. Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford team up to discuss how you can shift from a mindset of control to one of grace and teamwork. Jim shares a personal story about realizing he was a “power-hungry dad,” and the group roleplays how you could shift away from power-struggle parenting in a common interaction about screens and chores. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 173 – “Become the Self-Aware Parent You Want to Be” The Power of Questions online course Quick Guide for Parenting cards Acts 1:8 Colossians 1:9-14 Proverbs 15:1 Ephesians 6:4 Ephesians 3:17-19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find our podcast–take a moment to rate the show! Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 when they were becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to them as young parents. In addition to raising his three children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children. They are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.” or on their website. .stk-z1tgrnf-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-z1tgrnf{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-z1tgrnf-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-z1tgrnf-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-z1tgrnf .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-z1tgrnf .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-b2pdfjc .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-rwl1vcn .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-7gec9up .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7gec9up .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-3bz59k8 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-3bz59k8 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-3bz59k8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3bz59k8 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

What if you could stop arguments before they started? If you’re curious about how to stop arguing with your child, you’ll want to listen to this podcast. Stacy Bellward and Sara Paine are passionate that wise questions can stop you from arguing with your child. After all, Stacy even co-authored an online course on it. Today, they discuss one game-changer question in particular and share how this question can transform parent-child interactions by fostering curiosity, empathy, and connection. They also highlight the ways questions can change brain patterns. Through role-plays, they demonstrate how this approach can work with kids of any age, showing how it can diffuse tension and promote cooperation in everyday situations. Mentioned in this podcast: 4 Types of Wisdom Growing Questions – FREE PDF Power of Questions online course Matthew 20:32 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend or leave a review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Sara Paine is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and has worked with kids of varying backgrounds for over 15 years. She is a credentialed teacher and a certified wellness coach. As a mom of 3 kids through both birth and adoption, it is her pleasure to tackle the challenges faced by families with young, sensitive, and intense kids. You can find out more about parent coaching with Sara here.

What if you could stop arguments before they started? If you’re curious about how to stop arguing with your child, you’ll want to listen to this podcast. Stacy Bellward and Sara Paine are passionate that wise questions can stop you from arguing with your child. After all, Stacy even co-authored an online course on it. Today, they discuss one game-changer question in particular and share how this question can transform parent-child interactions by fostering curiosity, empathy, and connection. They also highlight the ways questions can change brain patterns. Through role-plays, they demonstrate how this approach can work with kids of any age, showing how it can diffuse tension and promote cooperation in everyday situations. Mentioned in this podcast: 4 Types of Wisdom Growing Questions – FREE PDF Power of Questions online course Matthew 20:32 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend or leave a review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Sara Paine is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and has worked with kids of varying backgrounds for over 15 years. She is a credentialed teacher and a certified wellness coach. As a mom of 3 kids through both birth and adoption, it is her pleasure to tackle the challenges faced by families with young, sensitive, and intense kids. You can find out more about parent coaching with Sara here. .stk-r3m12yc-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-r3m12yc{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-r3m12yc-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-r3m12yc-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-r3m12yc .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-r3m12yc .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-gmqdwbw .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-fzkk0m8 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-r3otha7 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-r3otha7 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-c7nsv2s .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-c7nsv2s .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-c7nsv2s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-c7nsv2s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

This week, we chat with Joel and Mindy Bolitho, an Australian couple who’ve experienced transformation through the Framework. They talk about significant moments in their journey and how they spread the word about Connected Families in their community. Connected Families’ Director of Development, Adel Irwin, also joins the conversation to highlight the upcoming Week of Sharing (August 1-7) and how you can get involved. Mentioned in this podcast: Text the keyword “parenting” to 50155 to give to Connected Families Become a Volunteer Advocate to spread the word about Connected Families during the Week of Sharing August 1-7 How has Connected Families impacted your family? Share your story here. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Joel and Mindy Bolitho live in Australia with their two wonderful daughters, who are in primary school and high school. Mindy recently earned her BS and works as a counselor in the drug and alcohol field, while Joel works as a Disability Support Worker. They also breed miniature schnauzers and have 10 chooks, which keep them busy and delightfully entertained.

This week, we chat with Joel and Mindy Bolitho, an Australian couple who’ve experienced transformation through the Framework. They talk about significant moments in their journey and how they spread the word about Connected Families in their community. Connected Families’ Director of Development, Adel Irwin, also joins the conversation to highlight the upcoming Week of Sharing (August 1-7) and how you can get involved. Mentioned in this podcast: Text the keyword “parenting” to 50155 to give to Connected Families Become a Volunteer Advocate to spread the word about Connected Families during the Week of Sharing August 1-7 How has Connected Families impacted your family? Share your story here. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Joel and Mindy Bolitho live in Australia with their two wonderful daughters, who are in primary school and high school. Mindy recently earned her BS and works as a counselor in the drug and alcohol field, while Joel works as a Disability Support Worker. They also breed miniature schnauzers and have 10 chooks, which keep them busy and delightfully entertained. .stk-je3xtf0-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-je3xtf0{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-je3xtf0:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-je3xtf0 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-it0zj1p{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-rljcvr8-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-3cdwpio .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3cdwpio .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-kwm8ogz{align-self:center !important}.stk-kwm8ogz-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-rio69tc{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-rio69tc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-si2wxdu .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-si2wxdu .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-si2wxdu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-si2wxdu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

Perhaps your child always sits politely at the table and eats their Brussels sprouts, but for the rest of us, especially with a food-sensitive child or two, food struggles in families are real. Today we talk to Emily Meade, RD, LD, a dietitian who wants to help us recapture some of the connection and joy that can happen in the kitchen and around the table. Emily discusses the importance of teaching children that their bodies are uniquely created by God, and she shares strategies for encouraging kids to try new foods without pressure. She also gives plenty of practical tips for meal planning and involving children in food prep to grow connection, wisdom, and life skills in the kitchen. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Energy Bites recipe you can make with your kids Healthy Rhythms mini course – Register today! 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation to Connected Families fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help other parents find our podcast by leaving a quick review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Emily Meade is a wife and mama to three amazing kids, ages 6, 4, and 1-year-old. In addition to being home raising her children, Emily is also able to stay in practice as a Registered Dietitian doing one-on-one nutrition coaching part-time with a company called The Kôr Method. Emily enjoys cooking, gardening, staying active, serving at church, and spending time with her family.

Perhaps your child always sits politely at the table and eats their Brussels sprouts, but for the rest of us, especially with a food-sensitive child or two, food struggles in families are real. Today we talk to Emily Meade, RD, LD, a dietitian who wants to help us recapture some of the connection and joy that can happen in the kitchen and around the table. Emily discusses the importance of teaching children that their bodies are uniquely created by God, and she shares strategies for encouraging kids to try new foods without pressure. She also gives plenty of practical tips for meal planning and involving children in food prep to grow connection, wisdom, and life skills in the kitchen. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Energy Bites recipe you can make with your kids Healthy Rhythms mini course – Register today! 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation to Connected Families fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help other parents find our podcast by leaving a quick review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Emily Meade is a wife and mama to three amazing kids, ages 6, 4, and 1-year-old. In addition to being home raising her children, Emily is also able to stay in practice as a Registered Dietitian doing one-on-one nutrition coaching part-time with a company called The Kôr Method. Emily enjoys cooking, gardening, staying active, serving at church, and spending time with her family. .stk-8gn1mrv-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-8gn1mrv{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-8gn1mrv:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-8gn1mrv .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-l56e6po{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-sr4xjy3-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-5j06fnu .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5j06fnu .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-evbty8c{align-self:center !important}.stk-evbty8c-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-wa9d5mo{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-wa9d5mo .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-hto3uwy .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-hto3uwy .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-hto3uwy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hto3uwy .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

What if chores weren’t a constant struggle in your household? Join Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Marni Love and Corrie Thetford as they discuss the Happiness Trifecta and how it can transform the way chores are done at your house. The Happiness Trifecta is a group of brain chemicals you can tap into to make chores more enjoyable for your kids. Corrie, Marni, and our host, Stacy Bellward, share many stories about being playful and working as a team to boost these chemicals in our kids’ brains. They also highlight the need to understand each child’s unique challenges and the importance of celebrating a job well done. Mentioned in this podcast: Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life mini-course How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? | Ep. 99 Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child | Ep. 123 Help! Homeschooling Is Overwhelming | Ep 93 Empowering Your Differently Wired Child | Ep 124 Ephesians 2:10 Colossians 3:23-24 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. Corrie Thetford and her husband Alan have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can find out more about them at buildingwisefamilies.com.

What if chores weren’t a constant struggle in your household? Join Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Marni Love and Corrie Thetford as they discuss the Happiness Trifecta and how it can transform the way chores are done at your house. The Happiness Trifecta is a group of brain chemicals you can tap into to make chores more enjoyable for your kids. Corrie, Marni, and our host, Stacy Bellward, share many stories about being playful and working as a team to boost these chemicals in our kids’ brains. They also highlight the need to understand each child’s unique challenges and the importance of celebrating a job well done. Mentioned in this podcast: Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life mini-course How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? | Ep. 99 Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child | Ep. 123 Help! Homeschooling Is Overwhelming | Ep 93 Empowering Your Differently Wired Child | Ep 124 Ephesians 2:10 Colossians 3:23-24 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. Corrie Thetford and her husband Alan have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can find out more about them at buildingwisefamilies.com. .stk-xia9uu5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-xia9uu5{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-xia9uu5:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-xia9uu5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-7523h4e{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-0dba801-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-ct73rym .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ct73rym .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-tdkc63i{align-self:center !important}.stk-tdkc63i-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-h48ydzc{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-h48ydzc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-fouokid .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-fouokid .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-fouokid .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fouokid .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

If you’re struggling with screens and boundary setting with your kids, tune into this interview with Brittany and Kevin Hoffman. Their home has transformed as they’ve learned to ask questions, listen, and point to the bigger YES. If you’re not sure what it means to point to the bigger YES, this episode is for you. Kevin and Brittany share how the Healthy Rhythms course shaped their approach to managing screen time for their five children and the ways they adjusted their own screen habits as a result. They also chat about how they use family meetings to explore the “bigger yes” with their kids. Kevin and Brittany acknowledge that managing screen time is an ongoing process that keeps evolving as kids get older, but their guiding principles stay the same. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Outdoor Activities PDF Healthy Rhythms mini-course Connected Families Week of Sharing – Find out how you can get involved! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review and help other parents find the Connected Families Podcast! Guest Bio: Kevin and Brittany met in Vacation Bible School when they were three years old, started dating at fifteen, and have been married for thirteen years. They have five children (ages 10, 10, 8, 6, and 2), one of whom joined their family through foster care. Kevin is a trial attorney, and Brittany finds daily uses for her Master of Education while homeschooling. They are natives of New Jersey by birth and have been permanently transplanted to Virginia Beach, Virginia, where they attend Trinity Church. Connected Families has been a significant influence on their ever-evolving journey through parenting, which they define as the mission field of making disciples at home.

If you’re struggling with screens and boundary setting with your kids, tune into this interview with Brittany and Kevin Hoffman. Their home has transformed as they’ve learned to ask questions, listen, and point to the bigger YES. If you’re not sure what it means to point to the bigger YES, this episode is for you. Kevin and Brittany share how the Healthy Rhythms course shaped their approach to managing screen time for their five children and the ways they adjusted their own screen habits as a result. They also chat about how they use family meetings to explore the “bigger yes” with their kids. Kevin and Brittany acknowledge that managing screen time is an ongoing process that keeps evolving as kids get older, but their guiding principles stay the same. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Outdoor Activities PDF Healthy Rhythms mini-course Connected Families Week of Sharing – Find out how you can get involved! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review and help other parents find the Connected Families Podcast! Guest Bio: Kevin and Brittany met in Vacation Bible School when they were three years old, started dating at fifteen, and have been married for thirteen years. They have five children (ages 10, 10, 8, 6, and 2), one of whom joined their family through foster care. Kevin is a trial attorney, and Brittany finds daily uses for her Master of Education while homeschooling. They are natives of New Jersey by birth and have been permanently transplanted to Virginia Beach, Virginia, where they attend Trinity Church. Connected Families has been a significant influence on their ever-evolving journey through parenting, which they define as the mission field of making disciples at home. .stk-2y9m4y8 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-2y9m4y8:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-2y9m4y8 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-dwvrms3 {background-color:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;}.stk-dwvrms3:before{background-image:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;} .stk-u74nc0l-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-u74nc0l {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(55.1% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-sutgrbb .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:750px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-sutgrbb .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:3/4 !important;width:100% !important;}.stk-sutgrbb .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-sutgrbb {margin-bottom:-70px !important;}.stk-sutgrbb .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:530px !important;}} .stk-z64afeo-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-z64afeo {align-self:center !important;}.stk-z64afeo-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-z64afeo {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(44.9% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-z64afeo {align-self:center !important;}.stk-z64afeo-container{max-width:321px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important;}} Driver’s Training for Social Media We’re experiencing the biggest communication shift in history—and most of us haven’t had guidance. Until now. If you want a clear roadmap for today’s digital world, less screen time, more meaningful offline moments, and a media plan that truly works… this course is for you. Learn More & Register! Related PostsDeveloping a Screen Plan For Your Family | Ep. 132How to Limit Screen Time with Healthy Habits & a Bigger YESLet Creation Declare the Glory of God to Your Kids: Tips To Get Your Kids Outside MoreWhat Do You Do with a Minecraft Addiction?

Two grandmothers, Dijea Young and Cindy Stonestreet (who also happen to be Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) chat about the role of play in grandparenting and how they’re learning to be great grandmothers. Cindy and Dijea share personal stories about respecting their adult children’s parenting decisions and finding common ground, even in challenging relationships. They emphasize the power of intentional, joyful play in communicating love to their grandchildren and share examples of coaching grandchildren through conflicts. If you know a grandparent who would love to build more connection with their children and grandchildren, consider sharing this conversation with them. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminders Bundle Deuteronomy 4:9 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Dijea Young is a teacher, mother of eight, and grandma. For over 35 years, she has served children and families in a variety of roles. Now as a Certified Parent Coach, she combines her professional training and personal experience to help parents and grandparents nurture relationships across generations. For more information about Dijea or her services, visit www.Room4HopeCoaching.com or email Room4HopeCoaching@gmail.com Cindy Stonestreet, a grandmother of five, ages 3-8, has been involved with Connected Families for five years. As a result of seeking a Christ-centered and better way to discipline, she took the Discipline that Connects course, followed by parent coaching, and is a Certified Parent Coach. Cindy and her husband, Steve, are blessed to have full days, 2-3 times a week, with their grandkids. Cindy’s desire is to continually grow, little by little, as she implements the Connected Families Framework with her children, their spouses, and her grandkids. They live in Charleston, West Virginia, where Cindy is a full-time CRNA at Women and Children’s Hospital.

Two grandmothers, Dijea Young and Cindy Stonestreet (who also happen to be Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) chat about the role of play in grandparenting and how they’re learning to be great grandmothers. Cindy and Dijea share personal stories about respecting their adult children’s parenting decisions and finding common ground, even in challenging relationships. They emphasize the power of intentional, joyful play in communicating love to their grandchildren and share examples of coaching grandchildren through conflicts. If you know a grandparent who would love to build more connection with their children and grandchildren, consider sharing this conversation with them. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminders Bundle Deuteronomy 4:9 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Dijea Young is a teacher, mother of eight, and grandma. For over 35 years, she has served children and families in a variety of roles. Now as a Certified Parent Coach, she combines her professional training and personal experience to help parents and grandparents nurture relationships across generations. For more information about Dijea or her services, visit www.Room4HopeCoaching.com or email Room4HopeCoaching@gmail.com Cindy Stonestreet, a grandmother of five, ages 3-8, has been involved with Connected Families for five years. As a result of seeking a Christ-centered and better way to discipline, she took the Discipline that Connects course, followed by parent coaching, and is a Certified Parent Coach. Cindy and her husband, Steve, are blessed to have full days, 2-3 times a week, with their grandkids. Cindy’s desire is to continually grow, little by little, as she implements the Connected Families Framework with her children, their spouses, and her grandkids. They live in Charleston, West Virginia, where Cindy is a full-time CRNA at Women and Children’s Hospital. .stk-1z6gykl{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-xt2jirk{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-xt2jirk:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-xt2jirk-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-xt2jirk{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-rlqg42w{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-y6p4xl2 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-y6p4xl2 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-o51xrzo{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-ncry5al{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-ncry5al .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-ncry5al .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ncry5al .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Chris Coursey, author of 4 Habits of Raising Joy-Filled Kids, joins us to discuss why joyful kids are joyful and what you can do. Do you feel like you’re often focused on problems and operating out of fear of what may happen? Chris explains how joy can give families the strength to navigate difficulties and overcome fear. He shares a personal story of overcoming fear-based parenting and unpacks the first habit of raising joy-filled kids: attunement. Chris emphasizes that taking care of yourself nurtures your joy and directly benefits the entire family. Listen in and learn how to grow joy in your home! Mentioned in this podcast: We’d love to hear from you! Send the podcast a birthday greeting. Free PDF – Child Led Play and the Framework 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Kids book Parenting Reminders Bundle – CF stickers, word art, and a magnet Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: For over 30 years, Chris has been developing and practicing brain-based solutions to train people, families, and communities to make relationships work. Chris started his career specializing in severe trauma and abuse and also pastored a small congregation in Michigan for several years. Chris is a published author with over ten books in print, including The Joy Switch. He co-authored his most recent book, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, and their two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In addition to studying, writing, jogging, and exercising, he enjoys the outdoors and is one of the rare people who actually likes the snow in Michigan. Website: https://thrivetoday.org/Podcast: https://thrivetoday.buzzsprout.com/The 4 Habits Books: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-series/

Chris Coursey, author of 4 Habits of Raising Joy-Filled Kids, joins us to discuss why joyful kids are joyful and what you can do. Do you feel like you’re often focused on problems and operating out of fear of what may happen? Chris explains how joy can give families the strength to navigate difficulties and overcome fear. He shares a personal story of overcoming fear-based parenting and unpacks the first habit of raising joy-filled kids: attunement. Chris emphasizes that taking care of yourself nurtures your joy and directly benefits the entire family. Listen in and learn how to grow joy in your home! Mentioned in this podcast: We’d love to hear from you! Send the podcast a birthday greeting. Free PDF – Child Led Play and the Framework 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Kids book Parenting Reminders Bundle – CF stickers, word art, and a magnet Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: For over 30 years, Chris has been developing and practicing brain-based solutions to train people, families, and communities to make relationships work. Chris started his career specializing in severe trauma and abuse and also pastored a small congregation in Michigan for several years. Chris is a published author with over ten books in print, including The Joy Switch. He co-authored his most recent book, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, and their two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In addition to studying, writing, jogging, and exercising, he enjoys the outdoors and is one of the rare people who actually likes the snow in Michigan. Website: https://thrivetoday.org/Podcast: https://thrivetoday.buzzsprout.com/The 4 Habits Books: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-series/ .stk-6c1d5ew{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-4l6idpm{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-4l6idpm:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-4l6idpm-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-4l6idpm{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-z0o3sp0{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-evgys6o .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-evgys6o .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-7gd0sen{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-2kozx8e{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-2kozx8e .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-2kozx8e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2kozx8e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Today, we talk with Joy Wendling, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and founder of Created to Play, about helping kids come to love God wholeheartedly. Faith can sometimes feel serious or heady, but God is also the God of play, and He created children to learn best through play. Stacy and Joy discuss the significance of modeling a joyful faith. Together, they share ideas for making God relatable through play with your kids. They emphasize how to bring God into everyday moments and ways to use scripture to gently guide and encourage your kids. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminder Bundle – Get Yours Today! Podcast Episode 102, “How to Be a More Playful Parent” with Joy Wendling Deuteronomy 6 Psalm 16:11 Zephaniah 3:17 John 10:10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Enthusiastic. Passionate. Profound. Joy Wendling is a family pastor, writer, speaker, podcaster, certified parent coach, and founder of Created to Play. She has over 20 years of experience in children, youth, and family ministry and a Master’s degree in Youth, Family, and Culture from Fuller Theological Seminary. Her idea of relaxing is gazing at the mountains from her island home with an ice-cold Diet Coke and a good book. Joy lives in the Pacific Northwest and enjoys laughing and playing with her five daughters and husband. Get to know her better at createdtoplay.com and on her Playfully Faithful Parenting podcast.

Today, we talk with Joy Wendling, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and founder of Created to Play, about helping kids come to love God wholeheartedly. Faith can sometimes feel serious or heady, but God is also the God of play, and He created children to learn best through play. Stacy and Joy discuss the significance of modeling a joyful faith. Together, they share ideas for making God relatable through play with your kids. They emphasize how to bring God into everyday moments and ways to use scripture to gently guide and encourage your kids. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminder Bundle – Get Yours Today! Podcast Episode 102, “How to Be a More Playful Parent” with Joy Wendling Deuteronomy 6 Psalm 16:11 Zephaniah 3:17 John 10:10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Enthusiastic. Passionate. Profound. Joy Wendling is a family pastor, writer, speaker, podcaster, certified parent coach, and founder of Created to Play. She has over 20 years of experience in children, youth, and family ministry and a Master’s degree in Youth, Family, and Culture from Fuller Theological Seminary. Her idea of relaxing is gazing at the mountains from her island home with an ice-cold Diet Coke and a good book. Joy lives in the Pacific Northwest and enjoys laughing and playing with her five daughters and husband. Get to know her better at createdtoplay.com and on her Playfully Faithful Parenting podcast. .stk-qfunc7u{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-6bsuscz{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-6bsuscz:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-6bsuscz-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-6bsuscz{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ky3pldg{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-ih43es9 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ih43es9 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-ez4hd25{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-xbpka0e{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-xbpka0e .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-xbpka0e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xbpka0e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Two therapists chat about the benefits of play and how to incorporate play therapy into your family’s routine. The end goal: More connection with your child and a more regulated child. It’s a win-win! In this podcast episode, Lynne Jackson, occupational therapist and Co-Founder of Connected Families, interviews Marlee Thomson, a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. They discuss the brain science behind play and how it can develop connection and trust between you and your child. Marlee explains how you can incorporate “special playtime,” highlighting how your undivided attention and delight can nurture your child’s identity. Incorporating the Connected Families Framework every step of the way, Lynne and Marlee encourage you to begin this practice with the goal of being present rather than striving for perfection. Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF from Marlee Quote from parent coach Patty Wipfler, “Feelings that are felt fully are feelings that evaporate afterward.” Psalm 147:11 Psalm 73:21-26 “Fix your face” podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marlee Thomsen is an LCSWA who lives and works as a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach in Durham, NC. She is working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist and is growing in her love for play therapy. In particular, she is passionate about teaching parents play skills and walking through the Connected Families framework with them to enhance the parent-child relationship. Additionally, she has experienced the impact of the Connected Families framework in her own family as she raises two toddler boys alongside her husband.

Two therapists chat about the benefits of play and how to incorporate play therapy into your family’s routine. The end goal: More connection with your child and a more regulated child. It’s a win-win! In this podcast episode, Lynne Jackson, occupational therapist and Co-Founder of Connected Families, interviews Marlee Thomson, a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. They discuss the brain science behind play and how it can develop connection and trust between you and your child. Marlee explains how you can incorporate “special playtime,” highlighting how your undivided attention and delight can nurture your child’s identity. Incorporating the Connected Families Framework every step of the way, Lynne and Marlee encourage you to begin this practice with the goal of being present rather than striving for perfection. Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF from Marlee Quote from parent coach Patty Wipfler, “Feelings that are felt fully are feelings that evaporate afterward.” Psalm 147:11 Psalm 73:21-26 “Fix your face” podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marlee Thomsen is an LCSWA who lives and works as a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach in Durham, NC. She is working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist and is growing in her love for play therapy. In particular, she is passionate about teaching parents play skills and walking through the Connected Families framework with them to enhance the parent-child relationship. Additionally, she has experienced the impact of the Connected Families framework in her own family as she raises two toddler boys alongside her husband.

We chat with Lindsay Fauver, a mom from the Connected Families community, about her parenting journey with a child who experiences anxiety, sensory challenges, and challenging behaviors. Lindsay shares how she has gained new understanding and tools to support her child and stay calm when her daughter escalates. She also emphasizes the persistence required to implement positive changes and the role of scripture in sustaining her. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with parenting, you’ll find plenty of hope and practical ideas in this interview with a mom who’s been there. Mentioned in this podcast: Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? Here’s How to Stop | Ep. 177 Authentic Community for Dads | Ep. 179 100 Truth Phrases PDF – a free resource Grace & Truth for Moms online course Connected Families Connection Questions (Campfire Questions) Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Parenting Coaching Isaiah 30 James 1 Psalm 103:8 1 John 3:19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Lindsay Fauver is a photographer by trade and a theologian at heart. She is deeply passionate about participating with the great Artist as she works to build a foundation of “belonging and becoming” with her little people, clients, and students. Lindsay loves writing, peonies, Pilates, design, earrings, and anything by the water. She longs for the day when her story of surrender is told in its fullness by the One who will permanently wipe away her tears.

We chat with Lindsay Fauver, a mom from the Connected Families community, about her parenting journey with a child who experiences anxiety, sensory challenges, and challenging behaviors. Lindsay shares how she has gained new understanding and tools to support her child and stay calm when her daughter escalates. She also emphasizes the persistence required to implement positive changes and the role of scripture in sustaining her. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with parenting, you’ll find plenty of hope and practical ideas in this interview with a mom who’s been there. Mentioned in this podcast: Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? Here’s How to Stop | Ep. 177 Authentic Community for Dads | Ep. 179 100 Truth Phrases PDF – a free resource Grace & Truth for Moms online course Connected Families Connection Questions (Campfire Questions) Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Parenting Coaching Isaiah 30 James 1 Psalm 103:8 1 John 3:19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Lindsay Fauver is a photographer by trade and a theologian at heart. She is deeply passionate about participating with the great Artist as she works to build a foundation of “belonging and becoming” with her little people, clients, and students. Lindsay loves writing, peonies, Pilates, design, earrings, and anything by the water. She longs for the day when her story of surrender is told in its fullness by the One who will permanently wipe away her tears. .stk-gs6k5ji-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-gs6k5ji {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-gs6k5ji:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-gs6k5ji .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-es1knh3 {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-146p4qr-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-6p85kvo .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-6p85kvo .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6p85kvo .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-bfd20cg {align-self:center !important;}.stk-bfd20cg-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-pk1wv83 {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-pk1wv83 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-pk1wv83 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-tghan0s .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-tghan0s .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-tghan0s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tghan0s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

In this meaningful conversation, we talk to dads Matt Norman (author and President & CEO of Norman & Associates) and Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) about their experiences with authentic, vulnerable community. Matt shares his personal journey of seeking more meaningful connections while balancing the demands of marriage, parenting, and his career. He describes the evolution of his small group, which started as a way to socialize and study but grew into a space for supportive and sensitive sharing. Jim emphasizes the power of asking questions and genuinely seeking to understand others, rather than just offering opinions or advice. Both men reflect on the positive impact their authentic community has had on their personal growth, relationships, and even their children’s development. Mentioned in this podcast: Grace & Truth for Moms online course – register today! Equimundo’s 2023 State of American Men survey data Daniel 3 Galatians 6 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We’re a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Don’t forget to take a moment to rate and review the podcast! Guest Bio: Matt Norman coaches and advises executives on how to build great people and culture. He is President & CEO of Norman & Associates, which offers custom coaching and consulting in the areas of talent strategy, personal effectiveness, planning, and goal alignment. Norman & Associates is also the largest North American provider of Dale Carnegie learning programs which help people improve how they communicate, lead, influence, and work together. He’s also the award-winning author of Four Patterns of Healthy People, and Lead with Influence: A Proven Process to Lead without Authority. Matt loves being a husband and father of three, enjoying shared activities like skiing, mountain biking, trail running, and music. You can find his articles on personal and organizational effectiveness at http://mattnorman.com.

In this meaningful conversation, we talk to dads Matt Norman (author and President & CEO of Norman & Associates) and Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) about their experiences with authentic, vulnerable community. Matt shares his personal journey of seeking more meaningful connections while balancing the demands of marriage, parenting, and his career. He describes the evolution of his small group, which started as a way to socialize and study but grew into a space for supportive and sensitive sharing. Jim emphasizes the power of asking questions and genuinely seeking to understand others, rather than just offering opinions or advice. Both men reflect on the positive impact their authentic community has had on their personal growth, relationships, and even their children’s development. Mentioned in this podcast: Grace & Truth for Moms online course – register today! Equimundo’s 2023 State of American Men survey data Daniel 3 Galatians 6 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We’re a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Don’t forget to take a moment to rate and review the podcast! Guest Bio: Matt Norman coaches and advises executives on how to build great people and culture. He is President & CEO of Norman & Associates, which offers custom coaching and consulting in the areas of talent strategy, personal effectiveness, planning, and goal alignment. Norman & Associates is also the largest North American provider of Dale Carnegie learning programs which help people improve how they communicate, lead, influence, and work together. He’s also the award-winning author of Four Patterns of Healthy People, and Lead with Influence: A Proven Process to Lead without Authority. Matt loves being a husband and father of three, enjoying shared activities like skiing, mountain biking, trail running, and music. You can find his articles on personal and organizational effectiveness at http://mattnorman.com. .stk-1h4qz07-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-1h4qz07 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-1h4qz07:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-1h4qz07 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-vc64hqp {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-4gjhf9e-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-065u1ns .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-065u1ns .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-065u1ns .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-2s5h2v0 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-2s5h2v0-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-gk1da07 {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-gk1da07 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gk1da07 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-l4z300d .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-l4z300d .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-l4z300d .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-l4z300d .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

What do you do when you disagree with your partner about how to parent? Perhaps it is even causing a rift in your family. You feel strongly about how to parent your kids but feel stuck on knowing how to encourage your co-parent to see things the way you do.  You are not alone! It is a very common struggle for many parents. Whether you are single parenting with an ex-spouse, married, or caring for grandchildren, this can be an emotionally charged topic. Tensions over different parenting styles and philosophies can create stress in your relationship with your co-parent and affect your kids, too. You and your partner may both have good intentions, but your parenting ideals and how to implement them might be different. In this podcast, we’re going to tackle this challenging topic. Stacy Bellward is joined by Jim and Lynne Jackson (Co-founders of Connected Families) to discuss their experience as parents with very different personalities. You’ll discover how Jim and Lynne navigated their parenting differences, and what kept them connected in the process. You can create an atmosphere of safety and connection for your co-parent and your children by using the Connected Families Framework, asking curious questions, focusing on your own heart, and looking for the best in each other. Your family environment can be a place where everyone is safe to learn and grow in grace and empathy for one another. In this podcast, you’ll learn: the power of the Connected Families Framework in your relationship with your partner, or co-parent questions you can ask your partner that invite conversation, connection, and openness instead of criticism how to get to a nonjudgmental place where you can see your partner’s underlying strengths as a parent offering grace and avoiding catastrophizing, knowing that God is working on behalf of your kids no matter the situation Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Framework Discipline That Connects online course Trash, Truth, Treasure (blog post) Connected Families New Serenity Prayer (download) Want to learn more? What’s the Best Way to Handle Shared Parenting? How to Parent Together When You’re Total Opposites

What do you do when you disagree with your partner about how to parent? Perhaps it is even causing a rift in your family. You feel strongly about how to parent your kids but feel stuck on knowing how to encourage your co-parent to see things the way you do.  You are not alone! It is a very common struggle for many parents. Whether you are single parenting with an ex-spouse, married, or caring for grandchildren, this can be an emotionally charged topic. Tensions over different parenting styles and philosophies can create stress in your relationship with your co-parent and affect your kids, too. You and your partner may both have good intentions, but your parenting ideals and how to implement them might be different. In this podcast, we’re going to tackle this challenging topic. Stacy Bellward is joined by Jim and Lynne Jackson (Co-founders of Connected Families) to discuss their experience as parents with very different personalities. You’ll discover how Jim and Lynne navigated their parenting differences, and what kept them connected in the process. You can create an atmosphere of safety and connection for your co-parent and your children by using the Connected Families Framework, asking curious questions, focusing on your own heart, and looking for the best in each other. Your family environment can be a place where everyone is safe to learn and grow in grace and empathy for one another. In this podcast, you’ll learn: the power of the Connected Families Framework in your relationship with your partner, or co-parent questions you can ask your partner that invite conversation, connection, and openness instead of criticism how to get to a nonjudgmental place where you can see your partner’s underlying strengths as a parent offering grace and avoiding catastrophizing, knowing that God is working on behalf of your kids no matter the situation Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Framework Discipline That Connects online course Trash, Truth, Treasure (blog post) Connected Families New Serenity Prayer (download) Want to learn more? What’s the Best Way to Handle Shared Parenting? How to Parent Together When You’re Total Opposites .stk-4b91534{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5,#e8e8e8) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-4b91534:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5,#e8e8e8) !important}.stk-4b91534-container{box-shadow:7px 5px 30px rgba(72,73,121,0.15) !important}.stk-4b91534 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important} .stk-5f8d87a{margin-bottom:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5f8d87a-column{--stk-col-order-1:2 !important;--stk-col-order-2:1 !important}} .stk-1c8f233{align-self:center !important}.stk-1c8f233-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-2625cef .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:55px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2625cef .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}You need consequences that work. .stk-01f6543 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:35px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-01f6543 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:35px !important}}You need consequences that work. Because your kids aren’t perfect. Neither are you. That’s why you need a plan for discipling your kids in the hard moments. .stk-a1e8c1b .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important;font-weight:600 !important}Read the FREE ebook, Consequences That Actually Work. .stk-93edb84-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper{height:750px !important}.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}}

Listen in as we talk with Chad Hayenga (Connected Families Director of Education and Equipping) about parental anxiety and micromanagement, and how these can negatively impact your relationship with your child. Chad and Stacy (podcast host) discuss common scenarios that trigger anxiety in parents and the resulting cycle that can leave the child feeling discouraged and resentful. The conversation is filled with practical ideas for moving out of the cycle of anxiety and into new patterns of belief and ways of relating to your child. Whether your child is about to graduate from high school, or just starting to have responsibilities of his own, you’ll find wisdom and encouragement for today in this episode. Mentioned in this podcast: Sign up for our weekly Parenting Tips email Grace & Truth for Moms online course Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? 1 Peter 5:7 Philippians 4:6-8 100 Truth Phrases PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Donate to Connected Families today! Your donation fuels our work. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, or take a moment to rate and review!

Listen in as we talk with Chad Hayenga (Connected Families Director of Education and Equipping) about parental anxiety and micromanagement, and how these can negatively impact your relationship with your child. Chad and Stacy (podcast host) discuss common scenarios that trigger anxiety in parents and the resulting cycle that can leave the child feeling discouraged and resentful. The conversation is filled with practical ideas for moving out of the cycle of anxiety and into new patterns of belief and ways of relating to your child. Whether your child is about to graduate from high school, or just starting to have responsibilities of his own, you’ll find wisdom and encouragement for today in this episode. Mentioned in this podcast: Sign up for our weekly Parenting Tips email Grace & Truth for Moms online course Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? 1 Peter 5:7 Philippians 4:6-8 100 Truth Phrases PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Donate to Connected Families today! Your donation fuels our work. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, or take a moment to rate and review! .stk-z0up5ew-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-z0up5ew {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-z0up5ew:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-z0up5ew .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-tq7mzc9 {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-4t6hjzm-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-x7k0ouo .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-x7k0ouo .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-x7k0ouo .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-g3g5y06 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-g3g5y06-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-f4xcs6v {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-f4xcs6v .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-f4xcs6v .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-746wy39 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-746wy39 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-746wy39 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-746wy39 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

Start teaching your kids the first steps toward reconciliation and restoration by using “make it right” consequences in their relationships. Parent coach Amy Nyvall shares personal stories illustrating how she has taught her kids to take responsibility for their actions and restore relationships when they’ve done something wrong. Amy emphasizes the importance of creating space for both parents and children to process emotions and think through how to resolve conflicts. Throughout the conversation, Amy and Stacy discuss the Connected Families Framework and how focusing on restoration rather than punishment helps children develop wisdom and strengthen relationships. Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 112: Daily Sensory Rhythms to Bring Peace to Your Home Matthew 5:23-24 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Got a minute? Rate and review the podcast. We are a listener-supported podcast! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Amy and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 16 years and live among the fir trees outside Portland, Oregon. They enjoy outdoor adventures as much as possible and have a blast homeschooling their three intensely creative, adventurous, and active children. In her spare time, you’ll find Amy encouraging moms and homeschoolers, learning alongside the kids, or slipping away to read from a stack of her own books. Amy is passionate about creating a family culture that equips our children to be prepared to serve the Lord in the days ahead. She is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and has personal experience and knowledge in the sensitive and intense space. You can connect with her for parent coaching at: amynyvall@gmail.com.

Start teaching your kids the first steps toward reconciliation and restoration by using “make it right” consequences in their relationships. Parent coach Amy Nyvall shares personal stories illustrating how she has taught her kids to take responsibility for their actions and restore relationships when they’ve done something wrong. Amy emphasizes the importance of creating space for both parents and children to process emotions and think through how to resolve conflicts. Throughout the conversation, Amy and Stacy discuss the Connected Families Framework and how focusing on restoration rather than punishment helps children develop wisdom and strengthen relationships. Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 112: Daily Sensory Rhythms to Bring Peace to Your Home Matthew 5:23-24 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Got a minute? Rate and review the podcast. We are a listener-supported podcast! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Amy and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 16 years and live among the fir trees outside Portland, Oregon. They enjoy outdoor adventures as much as possible and have a blast homeschooling their three intensely creative, adventurous, and active children. In her spare time, you’ll find Amy encouraging moms and homeschoolers, learning alongside the kids, or slipping away to read from a stack of her own books. Amy is passionate about creating a family culture that equips our children to be prepared to serve the Lord in the days ahead. She is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and has personal experience and knowledge in the sensitive and intense space. You can connect with her for parent coaching at: amynyvall@gmail.com. .stk-a6dxhgx-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-a6dxhgx-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-dgvv5ex .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-clftbid .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-jmx3rwf .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-jmx3rwf .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-jmx3rwf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-jmx3rwf .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jmx3rwf .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-cv84ae6{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-cv84ae6:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-iwcm6xr{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-07sia9w{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-v7y9357 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-x23kpwm .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-zy3tbuc .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-zy3tbuc .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-zy3tbuc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-zy3tbuc .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-zy3tbuc .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

¡Escucha este segundo episodio especial del pódcast de Connected Families! Donde Luisa Wendt entrevista a Esther y Roberto Reich acerca del marco de referencia de Connected Families. Los tres son asesores en la crianza certificados por Connected Families y hablarán acerca de los últimos dos principios del marco de referencia (entrenar y corregir) para poder disciplinar a nuestros hijos de una manera que nos acerca a ellos y hace que nuestros vínculos sean más fuertes sin importar su edad. Escucharán ejemplos prácticos e historias cotidianas con las cuales muchos se podrán relacionar. Esta conversación se desarrolla en dos partes. En el primer episodio hablaron acerca de los primeros dos niveles del marco de referencia de Connected Families para una crianza conectada que son: cimiento y conectar. Si no lo has escuchado te invitamos a hacerlo. Temas mencionados en este pódcast: Marco de Referencia para Familias Conectadas Cómo Convertirse en un Padre Emocionalmente Seguro (Cimiento) 15 Razones para Amar-Sin-Condiciones (Conectar) ¿Tus Preguntas Ayudan o Hieren a tus Hijos? (Entrenar) 3 Señales de Consecuencias Poco útiles… ¡y Cómo Solucionarlas! (Corregir) See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-ee479fa {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-4e03206 , .stk-4e03206 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-4e03206 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2024 Connected Families .stk-v3v0jmq-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-v3v0jmq-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-q5s1jm1 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-4yiu0l5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-1fb2z13 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-1fb2z13 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-1fb2z13 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-1fb2z13 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1fb2z13 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-vlynjbe{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-vlynjbe:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-dsp53iz{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-cxerno7{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-lb9ugfh .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-uoojsiz .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-4uqaivw .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-4uqaivw .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-4uqaivw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-4uqaivw .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4uqaivw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

¡Escucha este episodio especial del pódcast de Connected Families! Donde Luisa Wendt entrevista a Esther y Roberto Reich acerca del marco de referencia de Connected Families. Los tres son asesores en la crianza certificados por Connected Families y hablarán acerca de los 4 principios (cimiento, conectar, entrenar y corregir) para poder disciplinar a nuestros hijos de una manera que nos acerca a ellos y hace que nuestros vínculos sean más fuertes sin importar su edad. Esta conversación se desarrolla en dos partes. En este episodio podrás escuchar la primera parte donde se hablarán de los niveles de cimiento y conexión. Escucharán ejemplos prácticos e historias cotidianas con las cuales muchos se podrán relacionar. Temas mencionados en este pódcast: Marco de Referencia para Familias Conectadas Cómo Convertirse en un Padre Emocionalmente Seguro (Cimiento) 15 Razones para Amar-Sin-Condiciones (Conectar) ¿Tus Preguntas Ayudan o Hieren a tus Hijos? (Entrenar) 3 Señales de Consecuencias Poco útiles… ¡y Cómo Solucionarlas! (Corregir) See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-626f257 {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-d7ff5fd , .stk-d7ff5fd .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-d7ff5fd {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2024 Connected Families .stk-wrbv72v-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-wrbv72v-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-5q947mo .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-xhfs9gb .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-wuvais0 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-wuvais0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-wuvais0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-wuvais0 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-wuvais0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-5mncr9z{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-5mncr9z:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-1p0qmzr{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-inmk0k9{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-o1nily9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-m2o1ra9 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-30w50la .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-30w50la .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-30w50la .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-30w50la .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-30w50la .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Your kids, with all the wild moments they bring, are fearfully and wonderfully made. That means God gave them gifts and strengths. Listen to us chat with Courtney and Joe Dewey (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about finding your child’s giftings and celebrating them. They emphasize the value of self-awareness as a parent, recognizing your strengths to be a more effective parent, and helping your children identify and develop their unique gifts. Courtney and Joe share personal stories of how they have celebrated and leveraged their family’s different strengths, such as assigning chores based on each child’s interests and dividing playtime according to complementary strengths. The conversation highlights the idea that families can thrive by focusing on and cultivating each family member’s God-given strengths. Mentioned in this podcast: Free Fearfully and Wonderfully Made PDF Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting – New Resource! Romans 12 StrengthsFinder Assessment Ep 158: State of Motherhood podcast with MOPS Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Courtney is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach with over a decade of experience in coaching leaders in ministry. Her mission is to equip the body of Christ to know the gifts God has given them, develop those gifts, and utilize them to bring Him glory and make their best contribution to the Kingdom of Heaven. She combines her ministry experience with 8 years of homeschooling her four kids to help parents identify the gifts in their children and parent them in a way that sets them up to live out Ephesians 2:10 and lean into Connected Families third message of “child, you are called and capable”. You can reach out to her directly at Courtney.Dewey@cru.org. She is certified in EQI, Birkman, Predictive Index, Core Clarity, Joe is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him to lead with solutions. Whether it comes to ministry or parenting, he finds clarity in the midst of complexity that provides win-win solutions.

Your kids, with all the wild moments they bring, are fearfully and wonderfully made. That means God gave them gifts and strengths. Listen to us chat with Courtney and Joe Dewey (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about finding your child’s giftings and celebrating them. They emphasize the value of self-awareness as a parent, recognizing your strengths to be a more effective parent, and helping your children identify and develop their unique gifts. Courtney and Joe share personal stories of how they have celebrated and leveraged their family’s different strengths, such as assigning chores based on each child’s interests and dividing playtime according to complementary strengths. The conversation highlights the idea that families can thrive by focusing on and cultivating each family member’s God-given strengths. Mentioned in this podcast: Free Fearfully and Wonderfully Made PDF Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting – New Resource! Romans 12 StrengthsFinder Assessment Ep 158: State of Motherhood podcast with MOPS Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Courtney is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach with over a decade of experience in coaching leaders in ministry. Her mission is to equip the body of Christ to know the gifts God has given them, develop those gifts, and utilize them to bring Him glory and make their best contribution to the Kingdom of Heaven. She combines her ministry experience with 8 years of homeschooling her four kids to help parents identify the gifts in their children and parent them in a way that sets them up to live out Ephesians 2:10 and lean into Connected Families third message of “child, you are called and capable”. You can reach out to her directly at Courtney.Dewey@cru.org. She is certified in EQI, Birkman, Predictive Index, Core Clarity, Joe is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him to lead with solutions. Whether it comes to ministry or parenting, he finds clarity in the midst of complexity that provides win-win solutions. .stk-9kjcvxi-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-9kjcvxi-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-u43lem0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-wlr3v24 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-1wwo7ao .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-1wwo7ao .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-1wwo7ao .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-1wwo7ao .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1wwo7ao .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-2vsmeq4{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-2vsmeq4:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ybhez7s{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-m614ju5{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-4e5vy6l .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-o2vrsdl .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-6g424a0 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6g424a0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6g424a0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-6g424a0 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6g424a0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

How can you continue to connect and maintain a relationship with your kids as they get older? You CAN connect with your teenager. If you’ve got teens, or will have them someday, listen to us chat with Rachel and Josh Keller about connecting to your teens. In this podcast episode, Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Josh and Rachel (MA, LPCC) Keller share their wealth of experience with teens and offer guidance on nurturing relationships with older kids. They discuss three key ways to rally around your teens: remember, listen, and “yift” (being flexible and adaptable to meet teens where they are emotionally, even if it means letting go of your own agenda). Together, Josh and Rachel explore teen brain development as well as the importance of active listening. Understanding these things will help parents respond with more patience and less shame. They encourage parents to practice being “unphased listeners” by preparing for potentially shocking statements from their teens. Throughout the conversation, Josh and Rachel offer practical insights, examples, and encouragement to parents, reminding them that they are not alone in the challenges of parenting teens. Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families resources in Spanish Certified Parent Coaches from around the globe! Slow, low, listen tool NEW! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Cards Power of Questions online course Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share it with a friend or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today.

How can you continue to connect and maintain a relationship with your kids as they get older? You CAN connect with your teenager. If you’ve got teens, or will have them someday, listen to us chat with Rachel and Josh Keller about connecting to your teens. In this podcast episode, Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Josh and Rachel (MA, LPCC) Keller share their wealth of experience with teens and offer guidance on nurturing relationships with older kids. They discuss three key ways to rally around your teens: remember, listen, and “yift” (being flexible and adaptable to meet teens where they are emotionally, even if it means letting go of your own agenda). Together, Josh and Rachel explore teen brain development as well as the importance of active listening. Understanding these things will help parents respond with more patience and less shame. They encourage parents to practice being “unphased listeners” by preparing for potentially shocking statements from their teens. Throughout the conversation, Josh and Rachel offer practical insights, examples, and encouragement to parents, reminding them that they are not alone in the challenges of parenting teens. Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families resources in Spanish Certified Parent Coaches from around the globe! Slow, low, listen tool NEW! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Cards Power of Questions online course Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share it with a friend or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-mhcp2w9-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-mhcp2w9-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-mld56tc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-stdb4rl .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-2egg5fl .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-2egg5fl .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-2egg5fl .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-2egg5fl .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2egg5fl .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-3jivjfw{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-3jivjfw:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-yusfa0i{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-lwc92fo{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-n8nsird .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-r3ev2i4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-ohbhlsm .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-ohbhlsm .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-ohbhlsm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-ohbhlsm .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ohbhlsm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Listen in as Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford talk about being safe for their kids. Today’s podcast is extra-special! We have three dads who unpack the importance of being an emotionally safe parent, particularly focusing on the role of fathers. Our guest host, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education and Equipping), is joined by Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Alan Thetford (Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and Parent Coach Instructor), who share their personal experience and discuss the biblical foundations of emotional safety. Through their insight, we know you’ll be encouraged to grow safety and connection through everyday interactions in your home. Mentioned in this podcast: New! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Calming Strategies for Parents PDF 50 Calming Activities for Kids You Are Safe with Me Covenant PDF 1 Thessalonians 2 Philippians 4 James 1:19-20 Matthew 12:34 Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share this podcast with a friend, or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 after becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to young parents. In addition to raising his own three (now adult) children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.”Website http://www.buildingwisefamilies.com/CFCoachingPodcast https://buildingwisefamilies.com/podcast/

Listen in as Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford talk about being safe for their kids. Today’s podcast is extra-special! We have three dads who unpack the importance of being an emotionally safe parent, particularly focusing on the role of fathers. Our guest host, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education and Equipping), is joined by Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Alan Thetford (Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and Parent Coach Instructor), who share their personal experience and discuss the biblical foundations of emotional safety. Through their insight, we know you’ll be encouraged to grow safety and connection through everyday interactions in your home. Mentioned in this podcast: New! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Calming Strategies for Parents PDF 50 Calming Activities for Kids You Are Safe with Me Covenant PDF 1 Thessalonians 2 Philippians 4 James 1:19-20 Matthew 12:34 Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share this podcast with a friend, or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 after becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to young parents. In addition to raising his own three (now adult) children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.”Website http://www.buildingwisefamilies.com/CFCoachingPodcast https://buildingwisefamilies.com/podcast/ .stk-srjia0l-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-srjia0l-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-tpyqbnu .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-vamk0b7 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-f9xd1bs .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-f9xd1bs .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-f9xd1bs .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-f9xd1bs .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-f9xd1bs .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-vgh2uc5{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-vgh2uc5:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-fdu0t2g{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-lu8ey06{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-kceayv0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-gipncto .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-fqp6pxw .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-fqp6pxw .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-fqp6pxw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-fqp6pxw .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fqp6pxw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Max Lucado about loneliness and his new children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are increasingly common, and the need for meaningful connection and reassurance is becoming more pressing than ever. In our recent conversation with pastor and author Max Lucado, we shared that 61% of Americans and an overwhelming 80% of those under 18 report experiences of loneliness. This growing epidemic of feeling isolated not only affects our mental health but also touches our spiritual well-being. In the midst of this reality, in his gentle style, Max offers insights into the nature of loneliness and asks us to consider it from a spiritual perspective. He emphasizes the value of equipping young children with the vocabulary to express this complex emotion. His latest children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone, helps children better understand that loneliness is a shared human experience. Pastor Max encourages people experiencing loneliness to pray using scripture, and he highlights the promises of Hebrews 13:5, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you,” and Matthew 28:20, “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” These biblical assurances are not just words but anchors for the soul that offer stability and hope. To wrap up the conversation, Pastor Max read a passage from his book for our listeners. Through the tender narrative, his words aim to reassure young readers of the comforting presence of their parents and caregivers, as well as God, who is always with them. His words serve as a gentle reminder that no matter how isolated we may feel, we are all continually held in God’s care. Mentioned in this podcast: Enter to win Max’s new book and a stuffed bear Bridge the Gap! Support the work of Connected Families to equip parents today. Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone by Max Lucado Matthew 28:20 Hebrews 13:5 “Must-Know Loneliness Statistics” “Loneliness Matters: A Theoretical and Empirical Review of Consequences and Mechanisms“ Got a minute? Rate and review our podcast on your favorite platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Max Lucado is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor withthe heart of a pastor. His trade books all begin as sermon series at Oak Hills Church,and his sermons all start with Max asking himself this question: “What can I say onSunday that will still matter on Monday?” He’s been dubbed “America’s Pastor” byChristianity Today, “The Best Preacher in America” by Reader’s Digest, and the “TedLasso of Pastors” by the Dallas Morning News. Max Lucado has penned more than 40works of adult nonfiction, standing alongside dozens and dozens of bestsellingchildren’s books, gift books, Bible studies, commentaries, and collections. His bookshave been published in 56 languages worldwide and regularly appear on bestsellerlists, including The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today. He has morethan 150 million products in print published in 56 languages worldwide. Learn more atMaxLucado.com.

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Max Lucado about loneliness and his new children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are increasingly common, and the need for meaningful connection and reassurance is becoming more pressing than ever. In our recent conversation with pastor and author Max Lucado, we shared that 61% of Americans and an overwhelming 80% of those under 18 report experiences of loneliness. This growing epidemic of feeling isolated not only affects our mental health but also touches our spiritual well-being. In the midst of this reality, in his gentle style, Max offers insights into the nature of loneliness and asks us to consider it from a spiritual perspective. He emphasizes the value of equipping young children with the vocabulary to express this complex emotion. His latest children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone, helps children better understand that loneliness is a shared human experience. Pastor Max encourages people experiencing loneliness to pray using scripture, and he highlights the promises of Hebrews 13:5, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you,” and Matthew 28:20, “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” These biblical assurances are not just words but anchors for the soul that offer stability and hope. To wrap up the conversation, Pastor Max read a passage from his book for our listeners. Through the tender narrative, his words aim to reassure young readers of the comforting presence of their parents and caregivers, as well as God, who is always with them. His words serve as a gentle reminder that no matter how isolated we may feel, we are all continually held in God’s care. Mentioned in this podcast: Enter to win Max’s new book and a stuffed bear Bridge the Gap! Support the work of Connected Families to equip parents today. Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone by Max Lucado Matthew 28:20 Hebrews 13:5 “Must-Know Loneliness Statistics” “Loneliness Matters: A Theoretical and Empirical Review of Consequences and Mechanisms“ Got a minute? Rate and review our podcast on your favorite platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Max Lucado is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor withthe heart of a pastor. His trade books all begin as sermon series at Oak Hills Church,and his sermons all start with Max asking himself this question: “What can I say onSunday that will still matter on Monday?” He’s been dubbed “America’s Pastor” byChristianity Today, “The Best Preacher in America” by Reader’s Digest, and the “TedLasso of Pastors” by the Dallas Morning News. Max Lucado has penned more than 40works of adult nonfiction, standing alongside dozens and dozens of bestsellingchildren’s books, gift books, Bible studies, commentaries, and collections. His bookshave been published in 56 languages worldwide and regularly appear on bestsellerlists, including The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today. He has morethan 150 million products in print published in 56 languages worldwide. Learn more atMaxLucado.com. .stk-3a6dc4d-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-3a6dc4d{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pexels-aleks-6701757.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-3a6dc4d:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d-container{background-color:#00000073 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d-container:before{background-color:#00000073 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:300px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3a6dc4d{padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:10px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:10px !important}} .stk-1163676 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}“Things began to change when…” .stk-781ce8f .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-781ce8f .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Be part of the team that brings “aha” moments of grace to families. .stk-rburzg5 .stk-button{background:#431c3b !important}.stk-rburzg5 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#95848f !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-rburzg5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-rburzg5 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rburzg5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}DONATE & MAKE CHANGE TODAY!

In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer insights on how to engage children in the Easter story, emphasizing the Resurrection’s significance through traditions and conversation. They provide age-appropriate scripts for explaining Jesus’ sacrifice and suggest inclusive activities like the Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt to make the concepts of sin and redemption tangible for kids. The key message is that Easter traditions, when intertwined with faith, can deepen everyone’s understanding and foster a sense of community and belonging. Mentioned in this podcast: Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt Guide – Free, downloadable PDF provides a step-by-step guide to a meaningful family activity that helps children understand the significance of Easter. John 14:1-3 Romans 3:23 Previous episodes featuring Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, Katie Wetsell Ep 165 | Tame Your Temper: Calming Strategies for Parents Ep 99 | How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? Ep 124 | Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org, and you can find her on social media @parentwithhopecoach.

In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer insights on how to engage children in the Easter story, emphasizing the Resurrection’s significance through traditions and conversation. They provide age-appropriate scripts for explaining Jesus’ sacrifice and suggest inclusive activities like the Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt to make the concepts of sin and redemption tangible for kids. The key message is that Easter traditions, when intertwined with faith, can deepen everyone’s understanding and foster a sense of community and belonging. Mentioned in this podcast: Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt Guide – Free, downloadable PDF provides a step-by-step guide to a meaningful family activity that helps children understand the significance of Easter. John 14:1-3 Romans 3:23 Previous episodes featuring Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, Katie Wetsell Ep 165 | Tame Your Temper: Calming Strategies for Parents Ep 99 | How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? Ep 124 | Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org, and you can find her on social media @parentwithhopecoach. .stk-wlvdqzm-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-wlvdqzm{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-wlvdqzm:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-wlvdqzm-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px rgba(30,63,82,0.2) !important}.stk-wlvdqzm .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-e5biwv1{margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-9o3n7yp-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-dwq6ih4 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-dwq6ih4 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-mgytho4{align-self:center !important}.stk-mgytho4-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-eibvqcs .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Know your strengths. Your best mom or dad instincts are exactly what your kids need. So identify them. Take the free Parenting Strengths Assessment. .stk-2guk86u .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-2guk86u .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-2guk86u .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2guk86u .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}FREE PARENTING STRENGTHS ASSESSMENT

Join us for this special bonus episode where Stacy invites community members and ministry leaders to explore the delicate and important topic of supporting children and families in times of grief. Stacy is joined by Cindy Wilson, Connected Families Partnership Program Manager, and Stacey Rodenbeck, who shares her personal experience with grief. Together, they offer practical advice and compassionate insights to help ministry leaders (and everyone else) approach these difficult situations with confidence and care. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 169 | How to Navigate Grief in Children Partnership Program – Sign up for a Discovery Session to find out more! My Child’s Loved One Died; What Should I Do Now? Was this episode helpful? Consider sharing it with a ministry leader in your life! Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be.

Join us for this special bonus episode where Stacy invites community members and ministry leaders to explore the delicate and important topic of supporting children and families in times of grief. Stacy is joined by Cindy Wilson, Connected Families Partnership Program Manager, and Stacey Rodenbeck, who shares her personal experience with grief. Together, they offer practical advice and compassionate insights to help ministry leaders (and everyone else) approach these difficult situations with confidence and care. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 169 | How to Navigate Grief in Children Partnership Program – Sign up for a Discovery Session to find out more! My Child’s Loved One Died; What Should I Do Now? Was this episode helpful? Consider sharing it with a ministry leader in your life! Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be. .stk-fb0ba02-container:hover{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-fb0ba02-container:hover:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;} Learn more about the Framework Want to dig deeper into Connected Families’ Parenting Framework? Get our FREE ebook, What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity.

Children experience grief in all different forms. If you’re walking through grief with your kids, tune in to this grace-filled chat with our guest, Stacey Rodenbeck. Stacey, a widowed mother of two young children, shares her personal experience of grief and how she has used the Connected Families Framework to navigate parenting while grieving. The conversation covers the unique circumstances of parenting grieving children, the importance of safety and connection, and the role of coaching and accountability in parenting. Stacey’s story and insights provide valuable guidance for parents who are navigating grief while raising their children. Mentioned in this podcast: Isaiah 43:1-3 Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles ebook Was this conversation helpful to you? Share it with a friend, and rate and review the show on your favorite listening platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be.

Children experience grief in all different forms. If you’re walking through grief with your kids, tune in to this grace-filled chat with our guest, Stacey Rodenbeck. Stacey, a widowed mother of two young children, shares her personal experience of grief and how she has used the Connected Families Framework to navigate parenting while grieving. The conversation covers the unique circumstances of parenting grieving children, the importance of safety and connection, and the role of coaching and accountability in parenting. Stacey’s story and insights provide valuable guidance for parents who are navigating grief while raising their children. Mentioned in this podcast: Isaiah 43:1-3 Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles ebook Was this conversation helpful to you? Share it with a friend, and rate and review the show on your favorite listening platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be. .stk-fef9c8c{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/iStock-1073040070-2-compressed-scaled.jpg) !important}.stk-fef9c8c-container{background-color:transparent !important}.stk-fef9c8c-container:before{background-color:transparent !important} .stk-92b1095 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important;color:#f7eb9f !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-92b1095 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important}}Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles .stk-azg273o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important;color:#f7eb9f !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-azg273o .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important}}Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles .stk-f6ad22d .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}If bedtime feels like a battle zone, it’s time to change. This short and FREE ebook empowers you to transform the bedtime routine.

If your child has serious doubts or has walked away from their faith, it can be scary. Together with parent coaches Bonnie Williams and Chad Hayenga, we explore parenting through a child’s spiritual doubts or unbelief. Chad and Bonnie share the importance of fostering open dialogue through thoughtful questions and building a foundation of connection, emotional safety, and unconditional love. Tune in to this heartfelt discussion to equip yourself with the knowledge and encouragement needed to support your child’s faith journey, acknowledging that their doubts or unbelief can be an essential part of developing a resilient and personal faith. (Note: The use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.) Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Partnership Program Parent Coach Certification Program Power of Questions online course Ephesians 3:18-19 Luke 15:17 Bridge the Gap – Donate to support Connected Families today! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Bonnie Williams has a Master of Education in Special Education and is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. She is a wife and the mother of 3 young adults. Bonnie has supported students with learning and behavior challenges for over 25 years, specializing in working with parents with children ages 3 to 15. Helping families apply the Connected Families Framework is what Bonnie is passionate about. By doing this they can learn new strategies to grow in wisdom and help lead them in having peaceful, grace-filled homes. You can reach her by email at newpathways65@gmail.com.

If your child has serious doubts or has walked away from their faith, it can be scary. Together with parent coaches Bonnie Williams and Chad Hayenga, we explore parenting through a child’s spiritual doubts or unbelief. Chad and Bonnie share the importance of fostering open dialogue through thoughtful questions and building a foundation of connection, emotional safety, and unconditional love. Tune in to this heartfelt discussion to equip yourself with the knowledge and encouragement needed to support your child’s faith journey, acknowledging that their doubts or unbelief can be an essential part of developing a resilient and personal faith. (Note: The use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.) Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Partnership Program Parent Coach Certification Program Power of Questions online course Ephesians 3:18-19 Luke 15:17 Bridge the Gap – Donate to support Connected Families today! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Bonnie Williams has a Master of Education in Special Education and is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. She is a wife and the mother of 3 young adults. Bonnie has supported students with learning and behavior challenges for over 25 years, specializing in working with parents with children ages 3 to 15. Helping families apply the Connected Families Framework is what Bonnie is passionate about. By doing this they can learn new strategies to grow in wisdom and help lead them in having peaceful, grace-filled homes. You can reach her by email at newpathways65@gmail.com. .stk-cgcbrjd-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-cgcbrjd{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-cgcbrjd-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-cgcbrjd-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-cgcbrjd .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-cgcbrjd .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-0ok3og1 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-zler5am .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-trqk2g0 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-trqk2g0 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-itse2lu .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-itse2lu .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-itse2lu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-itse2lu .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

If your kids’ bickering ever drives you bonkers, you’ll want to hear this fresh perspective with our guest and certified parent coach, Megan Thorp. Stacy and Megan unpack the Connected Families’ approach to transform kids’ arguments into opportunities to build lifelong skills. You’ll learn the four-step process to help bring peace to your home and guide your kids toward true reconciliation. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming for Parents Free PDF Calming for Kids Free PDF Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches The Peace Process Diagram Ep 140 | Restoring Relationships: Empowering Kids to Want to Reconcile and Heal Ep 110 | Why “Calm Down!” Doesn’t Work Sibling Conflict online course Power of Questions online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Make a donation to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Megan is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach as well as an instructor for coaches in training. She and her husband have been married for 18 years and have 3 kids. Megan loves to come alongside parents to help them gain confidence and equip them to lead their families. She is passionate about parents creating an environment in their home where everyone feels valued and connected and equipping parents with skills to build a relationship with their kids that will last long after they leave home. Seeing misbehavior and especially sibling conflict as a golden opportunity to show Christ’s love and disciple her kids has been a game changer for her in her parenting. You can connect with her for coaching at meganlthorp@gmail.com.

If your kids’ bickering ever drives you bonkers, you’ll want to hear this fresh perspective with our guest and certified parent coach, Megan Thorp. Stacy and Megan unpack the Connected Families’ approach to transform kids’ arguments into opportunities to build lifelong skills. You’ll learn the four-step process to help bring peace to your home and guide your kids toward true reconciliation. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming for Parents Free PDF Calming for Kids Free PDF Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches The Peace Process Diagram Ep 140 | Restoring Relationships: Empowering Kids to Want to Reconcile and Heal Ep 110 | Why “Calm Down!” Doesn’t Work Sibling Conflict online course Power of Questions online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Make a donation to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Megan is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach as well as an instructor for coaches in training. She and her husband have been married for 18 years and have 3 kids. Megan loves to come alongside parents to help them gain confidence and equip them to lead their families. She is passionate about parents creating an environment in their home where everyone feels valued and connected and equipping parents with skills to build a relationship with their kids that will last long after they leave home. Seeing misbehavior and especially sibling conflict as a golden opportunity to show Christ’s love and disciple her kids has been a game changer for her in her parenting. You can connect with her for coaching at meganlthorp@gmail.com. .stk-ph8hv8z{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6978928.jpg) !important}.stk-ph8hv8z:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.4 !important} .stk-8rn4brg .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}Do you want more peace at home? .stk-jzblpvi .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}And for your kids to enjoy each other? .stk-czp577z .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}And to reconcile when they hurt each other? .stk-racjf7r .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}If peace is your goal, take the Sibling Conflict online course. .stk-8qsbk0a .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-8qsbk0a .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-8qsbk0a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8qsbk0a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Dive into the trials and triumphs of parenting teens with CF Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Wetsell and Julia Rupp and our host, Stacy Bellward. They examine teen anxiety, independence, and the art of calm communication. They also unpack ways to stay available and connected through teen struggles, especially with a sensitive or intense child. We know this conversation will encourage you to parent your teens with wisdom and hope. (Note: Stories are shared with permission from their teens, and the use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.)  Mentioned in this podcast: Carlie Dorsey, OT and Owner of Motorvate Kids in Murrell’s Inlet, SC Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Ep 153: A Circle Of Support: What Can a Mentor Do for a Child? Ephesians 6:4 Romans 5:8 Research cited by Katie Wetsell: When is Parental Monitoring Effective? Parenting Styles or Practices? Parenting, Sympathy, and Prosocial Behaviors Among Adolescents The role of relatedness: Applying a developmental-relational view of compassion in adolescence Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org.

Dive into the trials and triumphs of parenting teens with CF Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Wetsell and Julia Rupp and our host, Stacy Bellward. They examine teen anxiety, independence, and the art of calm communication. They also unpack ways to stay available and connected through teen struggles, especially with a sensitive or intense child. We know this conversation will encourage you to parent your teens with wisdom and hope. (Note: Stories are shared with permission from their teens, and the use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.)  Mentioned in this podcast: Carlie Dorsey, OT and Owner of Motorvate Kids in Murrell’s Inlet, SC Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Ep 153: A Circle Of Support: What Can a Mentor Do for a Child? Ephesians 6:4 Romans 5:8 Research cited by Katie Wetsell: When is Parental Monitoring Effective? Parenting Styles or Practices? Parenting, Sympathy, and Prosocial Behaviors Among Adolescents The role of relatedness: Applying a developmental-relational view of compassion in adolescence Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. .stk-s61tlok{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-s61tlok-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-s61tlok-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-s61tlok-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-s61tlok .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-74xkjq3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-uwl3co6{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-uwl3co6 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-2i3ygdv .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-jg3p98a .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-jg3p98a .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-jg3p98a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jg3p98a .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Listen in as Stacy talks with Julia Rupp and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about strategies you can use to calm yourself in emotionally charged situations with your kids. Whether you’ve already blown it and need to repair, or you’re trying to proactively remain calm, this conversation offers practical ideas to pause and reset so you can parent with wisdom and grace. The way we show up matters so much, so we’re offering a FREE PDF with all 14 calming strategies you can post as a visual reminder for when you need it most. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Galatians 6:9 Hebrews 12 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org.

Listen in as Stacy talks with Julia Rupp and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about strategies you can use to calm yourself in emotionally charged situations with your kids. Whether you’ve already blown it and need to repair, or you’re trying to proactively remain calm, this conversation offers practical ideas to pause and reset so you can parent with wisdom and grace. The way we show up matters so much, so we’re offering a FREE PDF with all 14 calming strategies you can post as a visual reminder for when you need it most. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Galatians 6:9 Hebrews 12 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. .stk-z6bk7r0 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-z6bk7r0-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-z6bk7r0-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-z6bk7r0-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-z6bk7r0 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-uz3frlw .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uz3frlw .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-uz3frlw .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-stma3yw .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-stma3yw .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-stma3yw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-stma3yw .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or intense kids in mind, and the principles shared are paired with practical examples and stories from parents who’ve tested the ideas. Plus, we’ve got a free PDF for you: 50 Calming Activities (with ideas for engaging each of the senses). Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! 50 Calming Activities PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, and leave us a review! Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today.

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or intense kids in mind, and the principles shared are paired with practical examples and stories from parents who’ve tested the ideas. Plus, we’ve got a free PDF for you: 50 Calming Activities (with ideas for engaging each of the senses). Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! 50 Calming Activities PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, and leave us a review! Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-atayng9 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-atayng9-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-atayng9-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-atayng9-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-atayng9 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-hegqmio .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hegqmio .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-hegqmio .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-8iz2j1o .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-8iz2j1o .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-8iz2j1o .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8iz2j1o .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Listen in as Stacy chats with parent coaches Jarrett & Luisa Wendt about the parenting course that has equipped them to understand and help their sensitive children. In today’s episode, Jarrett & Luisa Wendt (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with our host, Stacy Bellward, about the daily meltdowns, sleep issues, stress, and discouragement their family has experienced. Then, they share how they found hope and healing through the Sensitive & Intense Kids online course. Jarrett & Luisa discuss the tools they’ve learned to help their kids regulate and how they’re sustaining positive progress. If you have a sensitive or intense child, you’ll be encouraged by their story and inspired by their persistence to build a safe, connected family with Christ as the foundation. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack video Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jarrett and Luisa Wendt are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches. They have a beautiful family of six children, three in Heaven and three on Earth. Two of their precious children were born into their family through adoption. During a very challenging season, Connected Families led them (and continues to lead them) toward hope, grace, and truth. Together, they have a ministry called Built on Rock Parent Coaching which was born out of the deep desire to pass on that same hope, grace, and truth to as many families as God leads them to! Luisa was joyfully promoted to becoming a stay-at-home Mom after more than a decade of teaching music in the classroom, while Jarrett serves the church in theology and pastoral ministry. For more about their story, ministry, and cute photos, head to their website: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org

Listen in as Stacy chats with parent coaches Jarrett & Luisa Wendt about the parenting course that has equipped them to understand and help their sensitive children. In today’s episode, Jarrett & Luisa Wendt (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with our host, Stacy Bellward, about the daily meltdowns, sleep issues, stress, and discouragement their family has experienced. Then, they share how they found hope and healing through the Sensitive & Intense Kids online course. Jarrett & Luisa discuss the tools they’ve learned to help their kids regulate and how they’re sustaining positive progress. If you have a sensitive or intense child, you’ll be encouraged by their story and inspired by their persistence to build a safe, connected family with Christ as the foundation. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack video Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jarrett and Luisa Wendt are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches. They have a beautiful family of six children, three in Heaven and three on Earth. Two of their precious children were born into their family through adoption. During a very challenging season, Connected Families led them (and continues to lead them) toward hope, grace, and truth. Together, they have a ministry called Built on Rock Parent Coaching which was born out of the deep desire to pass on that same hope, grace, and truth to as many families as God leads them to! Luisa was joyfully promoted to becoming a stay-at-home Mom after more than a decade of teaching music in the classroom, while Jarrett serves the church in theology and pastoral ministry. For more about their story, ministry, and cute photos, head to their website: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org .stk-7b0ygzj{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-7b0ygzj-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-7b0ygzj-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-7b0ygzj-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-7b0ygzj .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-qy1gdfr .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-m2x4dv7{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-m2x4dv7 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-04dtac9 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-lipmgoh .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-lipmgoh .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-lipmgoh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-lipmgoh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

In today’s episode, parent coaches Lynne Jackson and Lydia Rex answer questions from parents about sensitive and intense kids. We’re excited to share another Q & A conversation with you today. The new questions came straight from parents in the CF community, and you’ll likely relate to the scenarios. Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer answers and suggestions based on their combined experiences in occupational therapy, nursing, coaching, and parenting their own sensitive and intense kids. You’ll gain insight into your child and find realistic suggestions for challenging situations. And, as always, you’ll receive God’s grace and truth for you and your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today.

In today’s episode, parent coaches Lynne Jackson and Lydia Rex answer questions from parents about sensitive and intense kids. We’re excited to share another Q & A conversation with you today. The new questions came straight from parents in the CF community, and you’ll likely relate to the scenarios. Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer answers and suggestions based on their combined experiences in occupational therapy, nursing, coaching, and parenting their own sensitive and intense kids. You’ll gain insight into your child and find realistic suggestions for challenging situations. And, as always, you’ll receive God’s grace and truth for you and your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-6clq8oz {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-6clq8oz-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-6clq8oz-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-6clq8oz-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6clq8oz .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-6f2qhjk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6f2qhjk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6f2qhjk .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-nxju34l .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-nxju34l .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-nxju34l .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-nxju34l .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Listen as parent coach Lydia Rex shares about building hope and strength for parenting when you’re feeling discouraged. In this episode, Stacy and Lydia discuss current factors that contribute to overwhelm in parents. Lydia goes on to offer strategies that can help you overcome challenges and experience freedom on difficult days or in the midst of trying seasons. We know you’ll find hope and practical ideas as she shares relatable parenting moments from her life as a mom and parent coach. Today’s conversation is based on a workshop given at a recent Connected Families Parent Summit hosted in our home state of Minnesota. In the next few months, we’ll share content from all of the Parent Summit workshops, so stay tuned! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE downloadable and printable PDF self-coaching worksheet to help you move from discouragement to freedom. Ep 158 with Mandy Arioto

Listen as parent coach Lydia Rex shares about building hope and strength for parenting when you’re feeling discouraged. In this episode, Stacy and Lydia discuss current factors that contribute to overwhelm in parents. Lydia goes on to offer strategies that can help you overcome challenges and experience freedom on difficult days or in the midst of trying seasons. We know you’ll find hope and practical ideas as she shares relatable parenting moments from her life as a mom and parent coach. Today’s conversation is based on a workshop given at a recent Connected Families Parent Summit hosted in our home state of Minnesota. In the next few months, we’ll share content from all of the Parent Summit workshops, so stay tuned! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE downloadable and printable PDF self-coaching worksheet to help you move from discouragement to freedom. Ep 158 with Mandy Arioto .stk-y51xrsy {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-y51xrsy-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-y51xrsy-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-y51xrsy-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-y51xrsy .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-2o67d7w .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2o67d7w .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-2o67d7w .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-u1ipdrm .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-u1ipdrm .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-u1ipdrm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-u1ipdrm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Have you ever been perplexed by the intensity of your child’s big emotions or the frequency of their anger? You really want to help your child! But it can feel confusing and overwhelming, and you may even unintentionally spark more anger. It’s likely that your child’s anger is protecting some softer emotions, such as feeling anxious, alone, or discouraged. Listen to this podcast to gain insight and practical tools to help your child understand and work through their anger! In this podcast, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder and Occupational Therapist) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and RN) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about anger and anxiety in children. Drawing on their experience supporting families, Lynne and Lydia share how you can look beneath your child’s anger to get out of a stress cycle and into a healing pattern. Other popular Connected Families podcasts in 2023 Episode 121: Teaching Kids the Framework In this podcast, Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to discuss ways parents can model and teach each principle of the Framework: Foundation, Connect, Coach, Correct. This podcast includes a downloadable, 5-session mini curriculum developed by Jim and Lynne to help teach the Framework to children in interactive and hands-on ways. Episode 122: How To Know If Your Child Needs a Diagnosis or Extra Support All children go through more challenging developmental seasons, but some children are wired differently altogether, also known as neurodiverse. These kids often benefit from the understanding and support of professionals. In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) are joined by Mandy Cuda, MD. Listen in on a profound conversation to help parents navigate the choice to seek a diagnosis or support for a struggling child. Episode 123: Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child Communicating with teachers, coaches, and other adults about how to support your sensitive or neurodiverse child may feel difficult to navigate, but thankfully, other parents have also walked that journey and have some practical wisdom to share. In this podcast, Marni Love (former public school teacher, home educator, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) and Taylor Irby (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to share their experiences about advocating for a sensitive child. Taylor and Marni offer practical ideas to empower you so your child can receive the support they need in any environment. Episode 124: Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Do you have a child who is wired differently? You’ve probably felt frustrated or discouraged at times about how to support your child through daily routines or going to school. Knowing what your child needs and offering that at the right time may be challenging. In this podcast episode, Katie Wetsell and Corrie Thetford (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about empowering your uniquely and wonderfully wired child.

Have you ever been perplexed by the intensity of your child’s big emotions or the frequency of their anger? You really want to help your child! But it can feel confusing and overwhelming, and you may even unintentionally spark more anger. It’s likely that your child’s anger is protecting some softer emotions, such as feeling anxious, alone, or discouraged. Listen to this podcast to gain insight and practical tools to help your child understand and work through their anger! In this podcast, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder and Occupational Therapist) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and RN) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about anger and anxiety in children. Drawing on their experience supporting families, Lynne and Lydia share how you can look beneath your child’s anger to get out of a stress cycle and into a healing pattern. Other popular Connected Families podcasts in 2023 Episode 121: Teaching Kids the Framework In this podcast, Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to discuss ways parents can model and teach each principle of the Framework: Foundation, Connect, Coach, Correct. This podcast includes a downloadable, 5-session mini curriculum developed by Jim and Lynne to help teach the Framework to children in interactive and hands-on ways. Episode 122: How To Know If Your Child Needs a Diagnosis or Extra Support All children go through more challenging developmental seasons, but some children are wired differently altogether, also known as neurodiverse. These kids often benefit from the understanding and support of professionals. In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) are joined by Mandy Cuda, MD. Listen in on a profound conversation to help parents navigate the choice to seek a diagnosis or support for a struggling child. Episode 123: Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child Communicating with teachers, coaches, and other adults about how to support your sensitive or neurodiverse child may feel difficult to navigate, but thankfully, other parents have also walked that journey and have some practical wisdom to share. In this podcast, Marni Love (former public school teacher, home educator, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) and Taylor Irby (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to share their experiences about advocating for a sensitive child. Taylor and Marni offer practical ideas to empower you so your child can receive the support they need in any environment. Episode 124: Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Do you have a child who is wired differently? You’ve probably felt frustrated or discouraged at times about how to support your child through daily routines or going to school. Knowing what your child needs and offering that at the right time may be challenging. In this podcast episode, Katie Wetsell and Corrie Thetford (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about empowering your uniquely and wonderfully wired child. .stk-a5t7lr3{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-a5t7lr3-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-a5t7lr3-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-a5t7lr3-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-a5t7lr3 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-yxlf06s .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-me616cn{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-me616cn .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-h1eg2h9 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-4zo0yw6 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-4zo0yw6 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-4zo0yw6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4zo0yw6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Listen as we wrap up 2023 with Jim Jackson and Anna Braasch chatting about Connected Families’ plans for 2024. Plus, Stacey Rodenbeck shares about the hope she’s found through the Framework. In today’s bonus episode, Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Anna Braasch (Connected Families Executive Director) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to share about Connected Families’ year-end goals and the plans for 2024. Stacy also interviews Stacey Rodenbeck, a mom from the Connected Families community, about her transformational journey with the Framework. Mentioned in this podcast: Make Change today with a year-end gift to Connected Families Ep 154 | Stories of Transformation…One Mom’s Journey Guest Bio: Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be.

Listen as we wrap up 2023 with Jim Jackson and Anna Braasch chatting about Connected Families’ plans for 2024. Plus, Stacey Rodenbeck shares about the hope she’s found through the Framework. In today’s bonus episode, Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Anna Braasch (Connected Families Executive Director) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to share about Connected Families’ year-end goals and the plans for 2024. Stacy also interviews Stacey Rodenbeck, a mom from the Connected Families community, about her transformational journey with the Framework. Mentioned in this podcast: Make Change today with a year-end gift to Connected Families Ep 154 | Stories of Transformation…One Mom’s Journey Guest Bio: Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be. .stk-30pta60-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-30pta60 {background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/iStock-894693700-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important;}.stk-30pta60-container{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-30pta60-container:before{background-color:#00000096 !important;}.stk-30pta60 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:300px !important;max-width:400px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-30pta60 {background-position:center right !important;padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;}} .stk-lnn3i3t .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}“Things began to change when…” .stk-4wcljui .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important;}Be part of the team that brings “aha” moments of grace to families. .stk-reb0n02 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-reb0n02 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-reb0n02 .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-to71u4j .stk-button{background:#431c3b !important;}.stk-to71u4j .stk-button:hover:after{background:#95848f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-to71u4j .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-to71u4j .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-to71u4j .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE TODAY

Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Katie Johnson talks with Stacy about how prayer can help transform your parenting. Have you ever wished you could deepen your prayer life? Or does it feel difficult to find time for meaningful prayer in your day-to-day life with kids? In this episode, Katie Johnson (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) and Stacy Bellward, podcast host, explore prayer from a fresh, practical perspective. Katie shares ideas for prayer that are rooted in scripture and easy for parents to implement. In this podcast you’ll discover: Ways to pray using scripture that are accessible at any moment with whatever time you have How to use the phrases “Thank you,” “Yes,” and “Help” to create prayers from Bible passages How Scripture can act as a guardrail for your prayers when you are desperate and hurting Ideas to model prayer for your kids and grow their joy-filled connection with God Thanks for listening to today’s podcast. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting, and don’t forget to reach out if you have questions. We are a listener-supported podcast, so your donation fuels our work! It is our joy to walk the parenting journey with you as you parent your kids in God’s grace and truth. Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF – Refresh Your Parenting With Prayer (see below) Psalms Journal Psalm 84:11 James 1:17 Proverbs 18:10 Episode 139: How To Help Siblings Stop Fighting All the Time Guest Bio: Katie Johnson is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in Madison, WI, with her family. She worked for many years in education and is now beginning the homeschool journey with her 3 young children. She received her M.Ed. from Valparaiso University and currently serves on the board of Safe Families, Dane County. You can find out more about Katie on our Coaching page.