Have you ever looked at your teenager and thought, “Where did my sweet kid go—and who is this prickly stranger?” If you’re parenting strong-willed teens, you already know how quickly power struggles and resentment can creep i…
Have you ever stood outside your teen’s bedroom door, wondering if you should knock again… or just let them sleep? Wondering if this is “normal teen stuff” or something deeper you should be paying attention to—especial…
Have you ever felt like your heart is overflowing with dreams—big dreams, bold dreams, quietly beautiful dreams—but you’re not sure where to begin prioritizing dreams in the middle of real family life? If so, you’re not alone…
Have you ever watched your teen grind late into the night for a test, only to wake up the next morning exhausted, stressed, and discouraged? Maybe you’ve seen the pattern—pushing harder, chasing grades, but feeling emptier inside. That&r…
Have you ever found yourself repeating the same reminder for the tenth time—“Please unload the dishwasher!”—only to be met with blank stares or half-hearted sighs? You’re not alone. Every parent wants to know the secret…
Have you ever felt like you’re talking at your teen instead of with them? You repeat yourself, you try consequences, you even stay calm—and still, it feels like they just don’t listen. The secret isn’t more discipline or bett…
Have you noticed how quiet the house feels when your teen disappears into their phone? The piano that used to fill the room with music sits untouched. The books on their shelf gather dust. And those spontaneous laughs with siblings—gone, repla…
Have you ever wondered if a summer job is really the best path for your teen—or if there’s a better way to prepare them for life? This post expands on our episode, WHY WE REFUSE TO LET OUR KIDS TRADE TIME FOR MONEY — THE REAL SKILL…
Have you ever wondered if your teen will actually make it on their own someday? Not just move out—but really take off? In our latest podcast episode, "#328 Strategies to Help Your Teen Launch Into Adulthood", we talk about what’s causing…
Have you ever felt stuck in a tug-of-war with your child over chores, homework, or bedtime? You’re not alone. This post complements and expands on our episode, “What Every Parent MUST Know to Stop Discipline Battles for Good,” and …
Have you ever felt stuck trying to get your teen to care about your family values? Maybe you’re trying to live a family travel lifestyle, prioritize real-life experiences, and hold higher standards—but your teen just feels "different" fr…
Have you ever wondered how to help kids make good choices without it turning into an exhausting battle of wills? This post relates to our episode, How to Raise Kids Who Actually WANT to Make Good Decisions, and digs deeper into using natural consequ…
Have you ever felt like you’re not “spiritual enough” to lead your kids in faith? Like maybe because you’ve yelled, lost patience, or made mistakes, you’ve disqualified yourself from teaching your children about spiritu…
Have you ever felt the nudge to live more intentionally—but weren’t sure how to actually do it as a busy parent? In our podcast episode, HOW TO CREATE THE LIFE YOU REALLY WANT FOR YOUR FAMILY, we share why intentional family living matte…
Have you ever felt confused, frustrated, or even rejected when your husband shows no sex drive? You’re not alone. Many wives silently struggle with this, wondering if it’s about them—or if something deeper is happening. In our podc…
Have you ever felt like your teenager is slipping away from you—like every interaction ends in an argument or eye-roll? You’re not alone. But what if the teen years didn’t have to be stressful, dramatic, or disconnected? In this po…
Have you ever looked at your 18-year-old and thought, “Wait… are they really ready for adult life?” You’re not alone—and in our podcast episode, Science Shows: Your Kids Are NOT Adults at 18!!! How to Parent Emerging A…
Have you ever found yourself doing all the things—laundry, dishes, work, parenting—but still feeling frustrated, disconnected, or just blah inside? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck in that state. In our…
In our related video, #318 How to Have More Joy in Family Life—Even During the Hard and Messy Moments, we talk about the real key to finding peace and joy in motherhood—not by doing more, but by healing what’s already there. Becaus…
Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to maintain a healthy relationship —especially when you’re juggling kids, marriage, work, and everything in between? In our latest podcast episode, #317 How Sexual Frustration (or Porn) is Ca…
In the related podcast episode, #316 How to Step Out of the Family Drama Triangle in 3 Simple Steps, we share exactly how to stop the exhausting dynamics of victimhood, rescuing, and blaming—and how to replace them with healthy, respectful com…
Have you ever felt like a broken record trying to stop sibling fights, whining, or disrespect—and nothing works no matter how many consequences you give? You’re not alone. But the secret isn’t more punishments or stricter rules&mda…
Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are trying to parent on two totally different wavelengths? Like you’re both aiming for the same end result—raising good, respectful kids—but the path you’re each taking feels comple…
Have you ever felt unsure about when to step in—and when to step back—as a parent? Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking, “Is this too risky?” or “Am I pushing them too far?” You’re not alone. So many …
