Connected Families Podcast

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 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 .stk-rovy76e-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-rovy76e{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-rovy76e-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-rovy76e-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-rovy76e .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-rovy76e .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-hewmoc3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-h6nwpim .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-s0hfsox .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-s0hfsox .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-7naob3r .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-7naob3r .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-7naob3r .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-7naob3r .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 .stk-8ors9ns-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-8ors9ns{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-8ors9ns-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-8ors9ns-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-8ors9ns .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-8ors9ns .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-faz85bd .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-2h04umi .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-xorqrak .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xorqrak .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-11g78m3 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-11g78m3 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-11g78m3 .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-11g78m3 .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 .stk-6itr362-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-6itr362{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-6itr362-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-6itr362-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-6itr362 .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-6itr362 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-bj9m672 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-1ixt4v1 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-jvb059f .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jvb059f .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-2ymkwdm .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-2ymkwdm .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-2ymkwdm .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-2ymkwdm .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

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 – [email protected] 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 .stk-f7962e5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-f7962e5 {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;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;box-shadow:none !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !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;}.stk-f7962e5:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;}.stk-f7962e5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:421px !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-71fb0c5 {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;box-shadow:none !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;min-height:0px !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:15px !important;padding-right:15px !important;padding-bottom:15px !important;padding-left:15px !important;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;}.stk-71fb0c5:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-71fb0c5 {padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:30px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important;}} .stk-ee8f1f2-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;min-height:318px !important;}.stk-ee8f1f2 {align-self:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ee8f1f2 {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(33.333% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-5f5f0db {background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-5f5f0db:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}.stk-5f5f0db .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:329px !important;}.stk-5f5f0db

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-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

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]  © 2026 Connected Families .stk-52f3e7b{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-b72ddf3{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-b72ddf3:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-b72ddf3-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-b72ddf3{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-71f8819{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-820c6ca .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-820c6ca .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-99484cc{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-b8d

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 .stk-ztlkcw5-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-ztlkcw5{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-ztlkcw5:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-ztlkcw5-container{background-color:rgba(41,50,65,0.5) !important}.stk-ztlkcw5-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}.stk-ztlkcw5 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:400px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-vy1qo55 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Dare to dream of peace again. .stk-b4hvfn5 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-b4hvfn5 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}It’s not hopeless. You can ENJOY YOUR KIDS AGAIN. .stk-ko008qz .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-ko008qz .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-ko008qz .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-ko008qz .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 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 .stk-b5rz6qm-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-b5rz6qm{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-b5rz6qm:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-b5rz6qm-container{background-color:rgba(41,50,65,0.5) !important}.stk-b5rz6qm-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}.stk-b5rz6qm .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:400px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-tyemzkt .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Dare to dream of peace again. .stk-z2zrtlx .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-z2zrtlx .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}It’s not hopeless. You can ENJOY YOUR KIDS AGAIN. .stk-eauxo7q .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-eauxo7q .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-eauxo7q .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-eauxo7q .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

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

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

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 .stk-f2d3afc-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-f2d3afc {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-f2d3afc:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-f2d3afc-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-f2d3afc-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-f2d3afc .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-003c800 {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-bdbb14f-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;width:95% !important;height:auto !important;}.stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper{height:auto !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-3de77b7 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-3de77b7-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-43c1b4c .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Transform hurtful words into life-changing lessons .stk-95ef88f {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-c7e9046 , .stk-c7e9046 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-c7e9046 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-c7e9046 .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-c7e9046 .stk-button:before{border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !impo

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-3vrbz1a-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-3vrbz1a {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-3vrbz1a:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-3vrbz1a-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-3vrbz1a-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-3vrbz1a .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-ijgcipb {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-gyus0wf-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-micakfj .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;width:95% !important;height:auto !important;}.stk-micakfj .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-micakfj .stk-img-wrapper{height:auto !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-micakfj .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-6majsqy {align-self:center !important;}.stk-6majsqy-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-eftvk5o .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Transform hurtful words into life-changing lessons .stk-92p81xn {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-il2sg9i , .stk-il2sg9i .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-il2sg9i {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-il2sg9i .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-il2sg9i .stk-button:before{border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-il2sg9i .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-il2sg9i .stk-button .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:#c24827 !important;}.stk-il2sg9i .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-il2sg9i .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 .stk-xdw4h8f-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-xdw4h8f {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-xdw4h8f:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-xdw4h8f-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px #1e3f5233 !important;}.stk-xdw4h8f-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-xdw4h8f .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-wk74czg {margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-xbvsyin-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-tg8910u .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:1/1 !important;width:95% !important;height:auto !important;}.stk-tg8910u .stk-img-wrapper img{object-position:20% 44% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-tg8910u .stk-img-wrapper{height:auto !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-tg8910u .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-onkbfnr {align-self:center !important;}.stk-onkbfnr-container{max-width:450px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-ou5wsej .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Transform hurtful words into life-changing lessons .stk-ac98x1t {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-tjsnxk1 , .stk-tjsnxk1 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-tjsnxk1 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}.stk-tjsnxk1 .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-rig

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-fik9qpn {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-fik9qpn-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-fik9qpn-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-fik9qpn-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-fik9qpn .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-fik9qpn .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-fik9qpn .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-fik9qpn .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-nu5cz22 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-roi19fq .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-ld7suq0 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-ld7suq0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-ld7suq0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-ld7suq0 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ld7suq0 .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-esbi6ld {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-esbi6ld-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-esbi6ld-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-esbi6ld-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-esbi6ld .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-esbi6ld .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-esbi6ld .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-esbi6ld .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-jknxh4d .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-pa9sfnk .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-phlb5d4 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-phlb5d4 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-phlb5d4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-phlb5d4 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-phlb5d4 .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-levk5o4 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-levk5o4-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-levk5o4-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-levk5o4-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-levk5o4 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-levk5o4 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-levk5o4 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-levk5o4 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-2nxgphd .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-oolyu0v .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-pp7shlz .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-pp7shlz .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-pp7shlz .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-pp7shlz .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-pp7shlz .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-q41w13x {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-q41w13x-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-q41w13x-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-q41w13x-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-q41w13x .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-q41w13x .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-q41w13x .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-q41w13x .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-sgz8qmj .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-zmftw2w .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-lrfc60r .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-lrfc60r .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-lrfc60r .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-lrfc60r .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-lrfc60r .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-xktu4fe {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-xktu4fe-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xktu4fe-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xktu4fe-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-xktu4fe .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-xktu4fe .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xktu4fe .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-xktu4fe .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-nqlh2d9 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-zsdjy1g .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-ytlqdr0 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-ytlqdr0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-ytlqdr0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-ytlqdr0 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ytlqdr0 .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-qfmjkpc {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-qfmjkpc .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-qfmjkpc .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-d5mgwxh .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-s8d7h7e .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-1egyotm .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-1egyotm .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-1egyotm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-1egyotm .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1egyotm .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-vr95y77 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-vr95y77-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-vr95y77-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-vr95y77-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-vr95y77 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-vr95y77 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-vr95y77 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-vr95y77 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-hragv13 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-w8s9slg .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-626zet0 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-626zet0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-626zet0 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-626zet0 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-626zet0 .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-dqwew0s {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-dqwew0s-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-dqwew0s-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-dqwew0s-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-dqwew0s .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-dqwew0s .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-dqwew0s .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-dqwew0s .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-zwvicbk .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-yxzjcl5 .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-xbd8nfp .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-xbd8nfp .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-xbd8nfp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-xbd8nfp .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-xbd8nfp .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-vy3z5if {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-vy3z5if-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-vy3z5if-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-vy3z5if-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-vy3z5if .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-vy3z5if .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-vy3z5if .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-vy3z5if .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-cxrhc18 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-w4ptamp .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-hk6syed .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-hk6syed .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-hk6syed .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-hk6syed .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-hk6syed .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-gttepd6 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-gttepd6-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-gttepd6-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-gttepd6-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-gttepd6 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-gttepd6 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-gttepd6 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-gttepd6 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-4wrpdou .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-gjxbaon .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-2ugeho5 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-2ugeho5 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-2ugeho5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-2ugeho5 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2ugeho5 .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-8gzcb2i {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-8gzcb2i .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-8gzcb2i .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-sohil84 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-r9f8y1h .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-jnms3fk .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-jnms3fk .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-jnms3fk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-jnms3fk .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jnms3fk .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-ryljwmb {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ryljwmb-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ryljwmb-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ryljwmb-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ryljwmb .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ryljwmb .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ryljwmb .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ryljwmb .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-q1l1g9j .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-ce2i7ym .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-6hx15ec .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-6hx15ec .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-6hx15ec .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-6hx15ec .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6hx15ec .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-ifrp049 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-ifrp049-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ifrp049-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-ifrp049-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-ifrp049 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-ifrp049 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ifrp049 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-ifrp049 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-814rmx0 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-sz7rhwc .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-34g3c1k .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-34g3c1k .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-34g3c1k .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-34g3c1k .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-34g3c1k .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-hagyn2c {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-hagyn2c-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-hagyn2c-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-hagyn2c-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-hagyn2c .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-hagyn2c .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-hagyn2c .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-hagyn2c .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-atkyzbw .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-bdhaa8q .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-7iyfto2 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-7iyfto2 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-7iyfto2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-7iyfto2 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-7iyfto2 .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-42fn729 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-42fn729-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-42fn729-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-42fn729-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-42fn729 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-42fn729 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-42fn729 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-42fn729 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-5pz9zvj .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-3wf4p95 .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-gmrqcz2 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-gmrqcz2 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-gmrqcz2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-gmrqcz2 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-gmrqcz2 .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-8g5h073 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-8g5h073-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-8g5h073-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-8g5h073-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-8g5h073 .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-8g5h073 .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-8g5h073 .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-8g5h073 .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-6n8k4hl .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-hciimyo .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-yg1s5u3 .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-yg1s5u3 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-yg1s5u3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-yg1s5u3 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-yg1s5u3 .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-kxma7js {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-kxma7js-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-kxma7js-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-kxma7js-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-kxma7js .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-kxma7js .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-kxma7js .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-kxma7js .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-lwp9soc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-ea1rdtg .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-px7v6ct .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-px7v6ct .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-px7v6ct .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-px7v6ct .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-px7v6ct .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-xh6r9gt {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt-container{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt-container:before{background-color:#f5efe4 !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt .stk-block-card__image{width:361px !important;height:100% !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt .stk-block-card__image img{transform:scale(0.87) !important;object-position:20% 28.999999999999996% !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-xh6r9gt .stk-block-card__image{height:291px !important;}.stk-xh6r9gt .stk-block-card__image img{object-fit:contain !important;}} .stk-kxl2nna .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}Pull up a chair, get DTC for free! .stk-jghetvx .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-wjztiua .stk-button{background:#c24827 !important;}.stk-wjztiua .stk-button:hover:after{background:#f5efe4 !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-wjztiua .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-wjztiua .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-wjztiua .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!