The Ordinary Family

Starting in 2026 we will be interviewing parents who’ve struggled, stayed in the arena and kept fighting for their family and marriage. These aren’t people who have it all together, these are parents who’ve done the work to build a life they love together.Our first interview is with Abby and my longtime friends, Rick and Helen Morrison. We can’t wait to bring you more interviews this year to encourage and inspire you as you build a life that you love with your family.SummaryRick and Helen Morrison share their journey from struggle to harmony in family life.Parenting can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences in life. Many couples find themselves struggling to balance their roles, especially when one partner’s career demands their attention away from home. In this episode, we’ll explore our conversation with Rick and Helen Morrison, who bravely shared their journey through the trials of parenting while managing a demanding career. You’ll learn about their struggles, the changes they made, and how they found a healthier family dynamic.Rick and Helen Morrison are entrepreneurs and partners in both life and business. Together, they own and operate several businesses, helping brands grow through marketing and strategic development. They also play a key role in leading Helen’s family business, Frownies, a legacy skincare company founded in 1889.They work from home while raising their two children, Maverick and Sunny, and are passionate about building businesses, creating meaningful experiences, and fostering community. Outside of work, they love to travel, spend time outdoors, and enjoy great food with family and friends.Rick and Helen Morrison’s story is a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing family and communication in parenting. Their journey shows that with courage and commitment, couples can overcome the challenges of balancing career demands with family life. If you’re struggling in a similar situation, remember: you are not alone, and you can do this.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find Helen and Rick online:Website:https://www.frownies.com/Instagram:helenkmorrisonHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

In this episode, we explore the powerful concept that our memories and the stories we tell ourselves about the past shape our present and future. You’ll learn practical strategies to uncover unconscious stories, rewrite them, and ultimately change your life trajectory—all while honoring reality. Whether you’re dealing with limiting beliefs or emotional patterns, this discussion provides clear insight into how perceptions—more than facts—determine who you become.In this episode:* How the autonomic nervous system operates below conscious awareness to protect us from emotional and physical danger* The significance of awareness in recognizing and shifting unconscious stories* Step-by-step process for bringing hidden stories to the surface through journaling and thought downloads* The concept that memories are reconstructed, not replayed like videos, and how this makes rewriting possible* How stories about key events—like trauma, divorce, or failure—shape identity and behaviors* The difference between factual events and the stories we attach to them* Practical coaching techniques to identify and reframe unhelpful narratives* Why stories about who you are (identity) are more impactful than the events themselves* How to make intentional shift from limiting to empowering stories that serve your goals* The impact of self-coaching, external coaching, and neuroplasticity in rewriting stories* Examples from history, neuroscience, and personal experiences to underline the mind’s flexibilityHave a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

In this episode, Coleman and Abby Housefield share proven techniques for guiding children through emotional regulation at different stages of development, emphasizing a shift from control towards connection. Drawing on their personal experiences with three kids across age ranges, and their coaching expertise they uncover how parental regulation and emotional skill-building lays a foundation for resilient, independent, and emotionally healthy kids.In this episode:* The societal myth that parenting is about controlling behavior and why it’s flawed* How children’s misbehavior is a natural part of their growth and testing boundaries* The importance of shifting from managing behavior to guiding emotional maturity* The power of co-regulation and why it’s foundational from birth onward* How emotional regulation in parents directly influences children’s capacity to self-regulate* Practical tools for different age ranges: zero to five, five to nine, and 10 to 14* The significance of self-regulation, thought work, and emotional responsibility* How fostering independence and connection accelerates emotional strengthTimestamps: 00:00 - The core mindset shift: from control to guiding emotional maturity02:03 - Debunking the myth: children’s misbehavior is developmentally appropriate04:01 - Why emotional regulation is more crucial than behavior correction07:18 - The role of nervous system regulation in parenting and teaching10:24 - The importance of feeling safe for neuroplasticity and change13:10 - Co-regulation in infants to preschoolers: practical tools and examples15:32 - The process of modeling regulation by borrowing calm from caregivers18:03 - How children learn regulation through observation and presence20:36 - Bridging from co-regulation to awareness in elementary-age children25:17 - The strategy of movement and physical expression for emotional processing32:13 - Teaching emotional awareness: how to help kids recognize sensations in their bodies36:05 - Transitioning to thought work and emotional responsibility in preteens38:26 - The power of thought-feeling-action mapping to shift behaviors42:02 - Journaling and externalizing thoughts for clarity and emotional resilience43:17 - The importance of parental self-awareness and emotional work44:46 - Introducing the concept of emotional responsibility to older children48:44 - The 50-50 principle: accepting life’s ups and downs as a pathway to resilience54:23 - Why emotional strength surpasses physical and mental strength in importance56:01 - How investing in your own regulation creates a generational inheritance of emotional resilienceResources & Links:* Dr. Dominique NG (Neuroscientist) * Co-regulation tools and resources from Dr. Becky KennedyAdditional notes:* Focus on modeling regulation over correction* Use curiosity and questions to foster independence* Remember that emotional strength is an ongoing process—not a destination* Seek support and coaching to accelerate your growth as a parentFinal thought: The most powerful gift you can give your children is your own emotional strength. When they see you regulate and lead with connection, they learn resilience naturally. Your work starts with you, and it transforms your entire family.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Why would more time together feel like a threat—rather than a blessing? A great marriage isn’t luck or chemistry, it’s a set of deliberate skills anyone can develop.This episode uncovers the three revolutionary skills that shift your marriage from surviving to thriving: letting go of relationship manuals, owning your emotional responsibility, and choosing unconditional love and support. Coleman and Abby explain how giving up rigid expectations opens the door to deeper understanding, how taking responsibility for your emotions empowers you, and how love itself becomes a conscious act—not a feeling you wait for. These aren’t just theories—they’re practical tools they’ve used to transform tension into connection, resentment into appreciation, and routine into intimacy.You’ll discover:* The pitfalls of holding onto unspoken standards—your “relationship manual”—and how to dismantle it* How supporting your spouse, instead of rescuing or enabling, builds authentic strength on both sides* Why emotional responsibility is your secret weapon for a resilient and joyful marriage* How to intentionally change your thoughts about your partner to cultivate love even in tough seasons* Practical exercises to identify subtle expectations and leverage each other’s strengths for a partnership that grows more fulfilling over timeFailing to implement these skills can keep you stuck in cycles of frustration, distance, and unspoken resentment—while mastering them paves the way for a marriage that feels full, supportive, and worth celebrating. Whether you’re in a challenging season or simply want to deepen your connection, this episode arms you with the clarity and tools to create a relationship that you love—and that loves you back.Perfect for committed couples eager to elevate their partnership or singles preparing for marriage, this conversation is your blueprint for a lasting, vibrant love. Start applying these insights today, and watch your relationship evolve into the deep connection you desire.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Hey Friends!Welcome to February, the month after the month when many of us embark on a new years resolution, and start getting after our goals.Unfortunately for many of us, February can feel depressing or downright discouraging because we’ve, “fallen off the wagon” or given up on our goals that only a month ago were creating excitement and anticipation for us.In this episode Abby and I will talk about how you can stick to your goals or resolutions without white knuckling it. All you need is a few tools and the willingness to get to know yourself a little better and try something new!We even discuss how to make sure you don’t sacrifice yourself on the alter of your goals which for some personalities, they don’t know any other way to accomplish their goals which is why they accomplish their goals but feel absolutely exhausted at the end.Key Takeaways* What we take in matters for our goals.* You don’t need to try harder; change your approach.* Accountability is beneficial for everyone, not just obligers.* Most goal-setting advice is tailored for upholders.* Pay attention to your thoughts; they influence your success.* You can achieve goals while taking care of yourself.* Identify what you truly want beyond just outcomes.* Thoughts can lead to quitting; be mindful of them.* Celebrate small wins to maintain motivation.* Create systems that align with your tendencies.We mention Gretchen Rubin’s book, The Four Tendencies. You can learn more about her and her work here → https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

I was hanging out with an old friend recently and telling him about Abby and my annual reflection practice. My friend said, “you do that with your wife?” and he sounded surprised.It was at this moment I realized what I thought was normal, was perhaps not normal for many people. A lot of people reflect on the year or make goals for the new year but they often do this exercise for work or for personal but aloneEvery year in December or January Abby and I go for a hike, date and reflect on the last year. We ask very specific questions so we can celebrate the meaningful stuff, grieve and feel the hard stuff, and learn about ourselves, about our work, about each other, and about our kids so we can show up more aligned with our values in the next year.My friend asked me for the questions we ask each other and the framework for how we reflect on the year and plan for the next one so we decided to put it into a podcast and share it with all of our friends here.If you want to make it super easy, you can listen to this podcast and let us be your guide as you and your spouse go through it together! Just pause the episode after each question so you and your spouse can answer it.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

I know only a handful of people who aren’t intimidated or outright scared of having a hard conversation with someone.In fact this is a skill Abby and I are practicing this year. It’s something we’re much better at than we used to be but we’re still intimidated and scared about having a hard conversation.The good news is, anyone can have a hard conversation and not get completely taken out by it. All you need are a few tools in your tool belt and to develop the skills to do it.In this episode Abby and I share a personal story about having hard conversations this year in our own lives and the tools we used and the skills we developed along the way that have made us feel confident and at peace instead of anxious and scared when it comes to having tough conversations.Would you like to feel at peace and confident as you prepare to have your next hard conversation? Then press play and get ready to take some notes!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

This episode first went live last year in December of 2024 and we’re publishing it again this year because people found it so inspiring to consider new experiences vs traditions!It’s the most wonderful time of the year!We love Thanksgiving and Christmas around here and we have some cherished family traditions that we look forward to every year.For some of you though, I know that the holidays can be a difficult time for you and this is where trying new experiences can be helpful. Too many of us sit around thinking about painful traditions and holiday memories or maybe the loss of someone who’s no longer around to celebrate. Trying something new with some of the same people or completely new people is a great way to break out of that painful pattern and make a new memory.We also like to try new experiences with our kids to see what sticks and what becomes a funny memory that we may or may not do again.Tune in to this episode to spark you’re own imagination for your family traditions and maybe you’ll even consider trying a new experience with your family this holiday season too!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

This episode first went live last year in November of 2024 and we’re publishing it again this year because people found it so helpful for navigating the holidays with family!If you are dreading the upcoming holidays because time with extended family often feels draining and awkward we recorded this episode just for you!Your hosts Coleman and Abby will share funny and painful stories from their extended family holidays with you and the tools they use now to keep themselves safe and sane when gathering with extended family over the holidays.What if you could enjoy the holidays this year regardless of how everyone else behaves? You can! In this episode, we’ll tell you how we do it and how you can do it too.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

We (Abby and I) recently hit one of those parenting walls where our strategies and tools that had worked well up to this point were not working anymore.We believe in the power of contribution in our home and in our family. Society and humans are better when we’re connected and contributing, not just to ourselves but to each other.But lately, the house has been a mess more often than not. Chores were not getting done and all the ways that Abby and I were trying to encourage, motivate, and get our kids to do what we wanted them to do were not working anymore. Our highest energy compliant child was still doing their chores and frankly picking up some of the slack that the other two kids were leaving behind. The compliant child, like me and Abby was starting to feel resentment about it. We had to find a better way to encourage and motivate contribution in our home.So, I went on the hunt to better understand motivation and how we as humans orient to expectations and I found Gretchen Rubin’s book, The Four Tendencies. In the book she describes how each of the 4 tendencies orient to expectations and how we as their parents can align with our kids motivations and help them build a habit of contribution.We’ve been putting the ideas in the book to the test by practicing new strategies with our kids over the past 2-3 months with excellent results and we wanted to share with you how we’re doing it and what’s working for us so you can do the same in your home with your kids!Four Tendencies Cheat Sheet For Parents → https://gretchenrubin.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Four-Tendencies-One-Sheet-Children.pdfFour Tendencies Quiz → https://gretchenrubin.com/four-tendencies/Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

You can make regulating your nervous system easier by taking better care of your physical body.If you know how to drop into your body and process your emotions, bringing your nervous system back to regulation but you’re not sleeping at night, you’re going to have to work a lot harder to regulate your emotions.If you can take 10 minutes and do a thought download to observe your thoughts and get to know yourself better but you’re not regularly and consistently moving your physical body, regulating your emotions will be much harder to do.The way in which you care for (or don’t) your physical body matters and will either make it easier or harder for you to regulate your emotions.Everything we talk about in this podcast episode costs you nothing but your time and the willingness to build new habits or slightly adjust your routine each day.The reward is a physical body that can handle dysregulation in yourself and in other people because its well taken care of.Ready to build a physical foundation so regulating your emotions feels easier?Listen now!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Have you ever found yourself keeping track of your spouse’s shortcomings? Or waiting for them to change so you can finally relax, feel loved, or be okay?If you’ve ever thought:They make me feel anxiousorIf they’d just listen better, I wouldn’t get so upset.It’s likely that you too are plagued by this very common mindset in relationships.I know we (me and Abby) have been plagued by this mindset, especially in the first decade of our marriage and it’s pretty corrosive to the health of our relationship with each other.Curious to learn more? Listen now!We quote Dan Allender, Sue Johnson, and Esther Perel in this episode:Sue JohnsonDan AllenderEsther PerelHave a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

What if emotions aren’t as messy and unpredictable as we think they are?What if the way your emotions work could be rationally and logically explained?And what if you could completely change your life by learning how to interpret and regulate your emotions?This is exactly what my coaching client, Sam did! Listen now to hear his story.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Abby and I argued for years over one, surprising thing: to avoid having an impact on the other person that wasn’t purely positive.Wait, what?! Why would we fight about this?Because we were both trying to be selfless. We really wanted to serve the other person and take care of them and in the process we stopped taking care of ourselves (because wasn’t that the other person’s job now that we are married?)So we stopped asking for things we wanted, like time alone or time with other friends (without our spouse), and even time together. We tried to become selfless and this only resulted in more arguments and less connection.In this episode we refer to Dr. Becky Kennedy as one of our parenting heroes, you can find her here: https://www.goodinside.com/about/Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

What was it like for you growing up?Did you feel like you were adequately prepared and supported as you transitioned from being a child to growing into an adult?What about life skills? As an adult did you find that you knew how to manage yourself and your life so you could feel at peace and safe no matter what happens?Were you given autonomy and agency as you entered your teenage years or did your parents tighten the reigns of control over you even more?Whatever your experience, I bet we all can agree that there are things we would want to improve on for our kids!Now let’s talk about what you want for your kids.How would you like your kids to transition from being a child to becoming an adult?How would you like to support them in this very important life shift?What would it look like for you to create a rite of passage for your kids?Our oldest turned 12 this year and we’ve built a rite of passage plan for her that will span this next year with challenges and tasks for her to complete along the way. We want to welcome her into the world of women and make sure that she feels supported by her community!The book we refer to in this episode is called 12 Tasks.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Abby and I are no longer in the baby and toddler season of parenting but we remember it fondly and with a lot of pain. 😂It wasn’t until our 3rd and final child was a toddler that we started practicing the most important skill and man, it made all the difference. Before that we were often blown by the winds of chaos when our first two daughters were babies and toddlers because we didn’t know how to do it any other way. In this episode we’ll share how you can survive and even feel better in the midst of the chaos and sleep deprivation of the baby and toddler season of parenthood.As we reflect on that season of our lives, there were 3 things we learned and started practicing that made the most positive difference for our well being, our own peace and sanity during this demanding season of life.If you’re a parent of babies or toddlers, we see you. We made this episode for you! Our hope is that your season of parenting the little ones can be even better than ours since we didn’t learn some of these skills until our youngest was a toddler.Ready to make one of the hardest seasons of life a lot better? Listen now!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Are you a ventaholic (yes, we made up a word)?Do you enjoy a good vent session? I know I do. 😬Do you find yourself venting about the same things, people, challenges over and over again?IT’S A TRAP! 🪤Venting is a trap. We find ourselves eating tasty treats but after we’re done venting nothing has actually changed (in the real world) unless we do something about it. So we stay stuck in the venting cycle which has non trivial downsides to it.If you’re curious and want to learn more about how venting isn’t all that healthy for you or your relationships, this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

When’s the last time you heard or said, “I’m really tired” or maybe, “why am I so tired today?”How about when someone asks how you’re doing and you answer, “Tired”.We wear tiredness like a shield and saying we’re tired often lets us opt out of naming what’s really, truly going on for us.In this episode Abby and I get personal, sharing our own stories of shielding ourselves with “tired” instead of admitting that we’re feeling lonely or mentally drained.We’ll share some of the tools we use to help us recover when we’re feeling physically, mentally or emotionally tired. The treatment is different based on which tired you’re feeling and it’s very personal, based on your temperament and personality.If you want to learn how to recover quickly when you’re feeling tired and get to the root of what you’re feeling, (the thing underneath the tired) then you’ll love this episode!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

What if you could put something on your calendar or decide to do it and know that it was as good as done?!When we first heard this phrase, it was irritating. Sounds nice, like a fairytale land for people without children!Then we started doing our own work and both of us have worked with professionals (therapists and coaches) to help us grow.And we realized, it’s totally possible to commit to something and know that it’s as good as done because we know how to follow through!In this episode we’ll share with you the tools we use to get things done, consistently and to make a new change in our lives and show up consistently even when we don’t feel like it.Turns out, we were blaming our kids and it wasn’t their fault. We just didn’t have the tools or skills we needed to commit to something and follow through!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

In this episode we’re talking about the enneagram!How does knowing our personality type and temperament impact our relationships?How does it impact our parenting?What about our work?The truth is, your personality and temperament impact every facet of your life and yet so few people take the time to become aware and understand their motivations.Why do you do what you do?Why are some things easy for you while other things are harder?If you want to unlock the next level of your personal, relational, and professional and you’ve never explored the enneagram this episode is for you!Here’s a few Enneagram resources we recommend:Enneagram Test: https://enneagramuniverse.com/Enneagram Types Explained: https://enneagramuniverse.com/enneagram/learn/enneagram-typesEnneagram Podcast: TypologyEnneagram Book: The Road Back To YouHave a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

When we return to a moment that felt bad and add connection and emotional safety, we actually change the memory in the body. - Dr. Becky Kennedy… and this is the power of repair. The power to change the memory in the body by adding connection and emotional safety.I know too many parents who feel like they are failing their kids. They feel like:* They yell too much* They lose their temper too much* They are sarcastic when they could have been kind* They correct when they could have connected* They pickup their phone instead of engaging with their kidsIt feels awful to tell yourself that you’re failing as a parent. No one wants to feel like a failure and yet, we often do feel this way as parents. What can we do? Two simple things:Learn how to feel successful as a parentLearn how to repairIf you want to be successful as a parent and learn how to turn those parenting failures into parenting wins this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

I used to think that parenting was like math, something like A + B = C. In fact, it seems like a lot of advice and content out there for parents will argue that parenting is like math too. “If you use this parenting method your kids will never have meltdowns or tantrums”.“If you follow the parenting advice in this book your kids will turn out to be good adults.”And so it goes, we end up thinking that there are a lot of wrong ways to parent and only a few right ways and so many of us think we’re doing it wrong.Now, I realize that parenting is actually more like an art. There’s a lot of ways to make art and there’s a lot of right ways to parent your kids.Could this be true? If it is true how would you show up differently as your kid’s mother or father?This is what we’re talking about in this week’s episode! Joins us as we take you on our own journey and how we’ve decided on purpose what kind of parent we want to be.Parenting mastery = you knowing what kind of parent you want to be and showing up consistently as that kind of parent more often than not.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

We’ve all heard the phrase, “Work/Life Balance” and thought, yeah I want that but I don’t know how to get it, in fact some of us think it’s a nice idea that’s not feasible for us.Maybe it’s possible for other people but not me, not my life. Or maybe, we’ve just resolved ourselves to grinding it out and trudging through our lives. We think things like:* There’s no time for me to have hobbies* There’s no time for a morning routine* There’s no time for anything else, I’m already working a full time job, being a spouse and parent and everything else that comes up in a given week.* There’s just no time to take care of myself, I’m too busy taking care of everyone elseThis episode is here to say, “it’s all a lie”. It’s a lie we tell ourselves to make us feel better about the grind we live in. It’s a lie we tell ourselves because we don’t know how to live any differently.But it’s not true. You can take care of yourself in every season of your life (even the most challenging and demanding ones, ask me how I know).If you want to learn how to truly and authentically take care of yourself in any season of life, no matter how hard this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

If you’re like me you may have been taught things like…* Others before self* It’s your responsibility to take care of your spouse* If your spouse is going through a hard time, your marriage might be in trouble* Happy wife, happy lifeand while these are all nice sentiments they can actually create bad results for you if you use them as guides when your spouse is going through a hard time.Because we believe our spouse’s happiness is our responsibility we often try to change them, fix them, and sometimes even enable them by doing things for them that it would be most appropriate for them to do for themselves.In this episode Abby and I are sharing our counter intuitive approach to support and make space for your spouse when they are having a hard time: Take Care Of YourselfSounds crazy, right?Take care of myself? I’m fine, it’s my spouse who’s struggling!The truth is, if you are living in the same physical space as someone who’s struggling for an extended period of time it’s gonna take a toll on you, especially if you’re not taking care of yourself.Your spouse’s well being and happiness is not your responsibility, it’s their’s. If you want to feel at peace and know exactly how to best support your spouse the next time they go through a hard time, this episode is for you.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

In this podcast you’ll hear Abby and I talk a lot about our values. You’ll hear us say things like:This doesn’t align with our values.We were trying to make a decision that aligned with our family values.In this situation I behaved in a way that did not align with my values.In this episode we’ll talk about what the heck values are (to us).We’ll share how we define our values and how they truly guide us in creating the life that we want.Not the life someone else wants, the life that we want. We’ll share how our values have helped us simplify our lives and our schedules during busy seasons with kids.We’ll even share how we make decisions ahead of time using our values to guide us.If you’re tired of living your life by someone else’s values or trying to do it all, this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Why do we want our kids to behave (other than the altruistic reasons we tell ourselves)?Why does it feel so hard to have a good day, when your spouse is having a bad day?Would you like to stop ruminating and beating yourself up when you make a mistake?Then join us as we dive into how you can create emotional safety for yourself in this episode.You don’t have to change anyone else but you do need to have your own back no matter what!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

You may have heard about the compound effect as it relates to finances but did you know that this concept applies to all of life?The best part is, you can leverage the compound effect to create the relationship you want with your spouse and kids.Join us as we dive into all the ways you can create compounding positive change in your life and the life of the people you love the most.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Abby: “I don’t love boundaries”Coleman: “I love boundaries”For years Abby and I did boundaries poorly. It was all about controlling and managing other people’s behavior. I feel exhausted just thinking about it now.Then we learned how to do boundaries in a way that required only one thing: how to manage and control ourselves.This simple shift changed our experience of boundaries. All of a sudden, boundaries actually worked and were fully within our control. Other people could do whatever they wanted to do and we knew exactly what we were going to do in certain situations and relationships to stay true to our boundaries.Boundaries I think, are one of the most underutilized life tools to improve your relationships and schedule. Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

We all have the same amount of hours in a day but we don’t all have the same energy capacity.For years Abby and I perfected the art of time management in our work and our home. We maximized all the things. We made the inefficient, efficient. We planned and scheduled something most hours of most days.We listened to podcasts in our down time and on our commutes. Always learning, always growing. Or were we?It’s difficult to retain what you haven’t had time or energy to process and think about.Our time was expertly managed, we were doing a lot of things and we were exhausted.We were exhausted because we weren’t aware of our energy capacity.In a first world where technology and other modern conveniences allow us to have time to do more, it’s easy to do too much.What if you have time but you don’t have energy?This is exactly what we’re talking about in this week’s episode!Learn how to assess your energy capacity and plan your life based on your energy capacity and time, not just time. If you’re ready to feel better, physically, mentally, and emotionally this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Communication is complex and for work we have degrees for that. What about communicating with your spouse and kids? Is there a degree for that?Sure would be nice if there was.Do you feel confident in your ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with your spouse and kids?Or does it feel hard and painful to have a conversation with your spouse?Does it feel like conversations just take way too long and in some cases you don’t get anywhere? This is the worst.What about your kids, do you think you have the tools and skills you need to communicate effectively with them?What about hard conversations, do you feel equipped to have those with the people you love the most?If any of these questions resonate with you or perhaps feel like they hit a little too close to home right now, this episode is for you!Abby and I share the communication tools we use and the skills we’ve developed that have dramatically improved our communication with each other and our kids.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected] to book a free coaching call?Find a time here → https://calendar.app.google/CnogbPVEiXvThLeCAHere’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Are you doing you best?Do you find yourself leaving it all on the field?What about going the extra mile or above and beyond?As a child or adolescent these phrases were quite helpful but as an adult they can sometimes lead us astray.Why?Because when you’re only responsible for yourself, you’re the only person impacted when you leave it all on the field or go the extra mile.When you have a family, your spouse and kids are often the ones impacted the most when you do your best.In this week’s episode we’re calling out the cost of doing your best and going that extra mile. Did you know there was a cost?Do you know who ends up paying that bill?If you’re trying to do your best in every area of life and feeling totally exhausted at the end of your week this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

This week’s episode is all about the adventures we went on with our kids that quickly turned into misadventures!We laughed, we cried, we were pissed, we felt defeated and regret and each time we learned something important about ourselves, our kids, and each other.If you adventure with your kids, you’re going to have misadventures and they aren’t usually the stuff you see people sharing on instagram. So we’re here to share with you humbly and authentically, what its actually like to adventure with our kids. Come with us on this journey of reliving some of our most hilarious, horrifying, and challenging misadventures with our family! Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Parents, we made this episode for you. We wish we would have had this podcast episode when we were new parents!How do you define success as a parent? Do you know?Whether it was intentional or not you have a target that you’re working towards as a parent.For many of us, it’s just what our parents did (or didn’t do) that guides us in how we show up as parents for our own kids.For some of us, it’s our fear and insecurities that guide our parenting choices (ask me how I know).In this episode we’ll share the honest and candid story of how we’ve come to redefine what success looks like for us as parents and how it truly has made all the difference.I think most parents want to feel successful and in this episode we’ll share with you how to do it!We mention two books in this episode that we love and have significantly improved our parenting skills and I’ll link them here for you:Getting It Right by Andy StanleyGood Inside by Dr. Becky KennedyHave a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

In addition to being a mom and wife, your host Abby does a few other things including: * Homeschooling her kids * Running a farm and forest school with her sister in law * Teaching yogaIf you…* Want to get to know Abby better* Are interested in homeschooling or homeschool enrichment programs like the farm and forest school* Or love yogaThis episode is for you!In this episode Abby shares how she navigates all the things she is responsible for and engaged with in this current season of life.You’ll get to hear why Abby and her sister in law decided to start a farm and forest school enrichment program and what it’s been like to be a business owner.How she came to love yoga and why she enjoys being a teacher.All this and more coming your way in this week’s episode!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

One of our podcast listeners thanked us recently and shared that they joined a running club after listening to one of our episodes. We absolutely love hearing that our podcast is making a positive difference in people’s lives. If something we’ve shared on this podcast has had a positive impact on your life we would love to hear from you!You can reply directly to this email or leave us a review on whatever podcast player you use. It means the world to us, so thank you in advance!On to this week’s episode!How come bad things happen to good people? Why does it seem like some people have all the luck and the rest of us just seem to have tragedy and struggle after struggle in our lives?If I’m, “doing it right”, isn’t life supposed to be mostly positive and happy?What if life is actually 50-50? 50% of what happens to you is the stuff you want and 50% is the stuff you don’t want.Depending on your temperament you’re most likely focused on either all the positive stuff (and avoiding the negative) or all the negative stuff (and taking for granted the good). Therefore, you’re only living half of your life.What if you could change your whole experience of life for the better by thinking new thoughts?What if there was a way to live and be present for 100% of your life without avoiding the “bad stuff” or taking “the good stuff” for granted?Abby and I have changed our lives and our kids lives for the better using this 50-50 principle.Whether you consider yourself an optimist, pessimist or realist we’ve got something for everyone in this episode!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Abby and I have been married for 15 years. In 15 years we’ve been through multiple seasons of life that were hard, some were really hard on our marriage.Whether you’re navigating a season of closeness or feeling the strain of growing apart, this episode includes practical advice and our honest stories to help you imagine new ways to connect with your spouse.Join Abby and Coleman as they share the blueprint they use to prioritize their relationship with each other while working and raising 3 kids together.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

These days, technology makes it easy to avoid thinking, just ask google!It makes it easy to not ask a friend for help, just watch a youtube video!It makes it easy to not become a capable, creative problem solving human.In our home we consider ourselves technology minimalists, my friend Trey calls it Tech Veganism. But what about the way technology can keep our kids safer, right?! Isn’t my kid safer with a smart watch or phone with them all the time?Our answer is NO (and we know that this perspective is likely not shared by a majority of people). We don’t think our kids are any safer with technology. In fact we think that our kids will build real skills and capability by not always having access to technology when they are kids.How will they do this?Without technology at their beck and call they will have to think. They will get to learn how to read other humans body language. They will get to creatively solve a problem.They will learn how to orient themselves using landmarks and natural features like the sun.And each time they creatively solve a problem and think something through and get themselves into a better position they will build capability and confidence.When you feel capable, and you know you can face challenges because you have evidence that you’ve overcome difficult things before, you don’t panic when life throws you a curve ball. Or when you get lost on the ski slope and need to figure out how to get back to your parents.Jonathan Haidt in his book, The Anxious Generation has done the research and has data to show that our kids are actually safer in the real world than on the internet.If you’re curious or offended by what you’ve read so far let me invite you to listen to the podcast where we cover everything from screen time to social media. We’ll also share stories of how we intentionally are building and prioritizing our kids capabilities.We can’t wait to hear from you whether you agree, disagree or think we’re crazy!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

There was a time when I (Coleman) thought routine was a dirty word. How am I supposed to be spontaneous if I have a rigid routine?! Whelp, all that has changed since becoming a father. In fact, what I’ve learned is that designing my family’s rhythms and routines intentionally with my wife Abby is how we take the very best care of ourselves and the people we love the most. Can you make exceptions to the routine?How do you decide what to prioritize and what to ignore?How do you find time for yourself as a working parent?!All this and more we cover in this episode! Intentional rhythms make what’s important to you automatic. You don’t have to think about it or make sure it happens, you just get to show up and stick to the plan!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Is your relationship with your spouse in a rut? Do you find yourself going through the motions, following the routine and making it work?In this episode Abby and Coleman share how they create connection and deeper, more authentic love in their relationship through shared activity together. Often what makes you fall in love with someone is not what creates a thriving relationship.Trying new things together is so essential. Honoring, supporting, and even participating in the things your spouse loves is how you consistently create connection with your spouse.If you’re looking for new ways to connect with your spouse and build deeper, more authentic connection this episode is for you!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

If you are dreading the upcoming holidays because time with extended family often feels draining and awkward we recorded this episode just for you!Your hosts Coleman and Abby will share funny and painful stories from their extended family holidays with you and the tools they use now to keep themselves safe and sane when gathering with extended family over the holidays.What if you could enjoy the holidays this year regardless of how everyone else behaves? You can! In this episode, we’ll tell you how we do it and how you can do it too.Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We love Thanksgiving and Christmas around here and we have some cherished family traditions that we look forward to every year. We also like to try new experiences with our kids to see what sticks and what becomes a funny memory that we will not do again.Tune in to this episode to spark you’re own imagination for your family traditions and maybe you’ll even consider trying a new experience with your family this holiday season too!Have a question or comment to share?We would love to hear from you!You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Your emotions are the secret key to everything you want in your life.How you feel, drives your actions and your actions literally build the life you have today.The primary thing standing between you and the life you want is a bunch of emotions you probably don’t want to feel.Learn to feel them by processing them through your body and you can do anything.Tune in to this week’s episode to learn the skill that has changed everything for Abby and Coleman. Sounds dramatic doesn’t it? But it’s true.Learning how to process our emotions and feel anything has changed how we communicate, parent, take risks, and find our courage.This is a skill Coleman teaches his coaching clients and we’re going to give you the inside scoop in this episode for free!Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at:[email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Whether you lean towards having the family all together all the time or you’re more introverted and appreciate your time alone and 1:1 time with the people you love the most there’s something for everyone in this episode. In this episode we share how we think about intentional family time and how we spend time with each family member 1:1. Join us as we explore the art of making time together a priority in our everyday lives!In this episode we mention Gary Chapman’s book, The Five Love Languages.Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at: [email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Have you ever wanted to take your kids with you on an adventure but wondered if it was the right thing to do? You are, after all the adult and you’re supposed to keep your kids safe, right?Maybe it’s better to do less dangerous, risky things with your kids?WRONG!We actually think adventures are the best place to build confidence, capability (two things we intentionally help our kids grow in) and core memories with your kids!Your kids crave time with you, outside, and on an adventure together. Here they can learn what they are capable of and so many good life lessons and skills from you through experience!We define adventure as an activity you engage in where the outcome is uncertain.In this episode we dive into how we adventure with our kids, why we prioritize and value it and the benefits you will enjoy as a parent by getting your kids out of the house and adventuring together!Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at: [email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

If you want to have authentic, deep, healthy relationships with the people you love the most you have to toss out that manual you have for them. Let them be who they want to be and get to know the person you love for who they truly are.We all have relationship manuals. These manuals tell us (not the other person) how the other person is supposed to behave. We expect them to do this not that. When the other person follows our manual for them we feel pretty good about the relationship, when they don’t we often feel disappointed, irritated, maybe even resentful about it.This is a daily practice for us (Abby and Coleman). We still have days where we go back to our manual for each other, our kids, our parents, our friends. We’re practicing dropping our manual for them and seeing the people we love the most for who they truly are.Will you join us in building the strongest, most authentic relationships of your life?Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at: [email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Hi Friends! In this episode you’ll get to know your hosts (Coleman and Abby) a little better. We share what our family is like, a little bit about how we got here, why we’re starting a podcast, what we do for work, and fun! We also share a little bit about our kids and TMI about our dogs. We’ll give you a few hints at podcast topics we’ve already recorded or are actively working on for the future. Disclaimer: This was the first podcast we recorded, even before the trailer. Two things: 1. You’ll hear an early podcast name that is not The Ordinary Family. We’re building this plane as we fly it. 😂2. The audio isn’t great. It’s sufficient but we can do better.We’ve already made significant improvements to the audio for future episodes.Bear with us as we learn and get better at all things podcasting. 😅Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at: [email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com

Welcome to The Ordinary Family Podcast! Where we celebrate the beauty in everyday family life! Whether you're trying to find time for an uninterrupted conversation with your partner, tackling the mountain of laundry or dishes, trying to keep your children alive, or just trying to figure out what’s for dinner, this is the place where real conversations happen about the highs, lows, and everything in between. This podcast is dedicated to everyone who is trying to make a living, build a strong relationship with your partner, raise good humans, and take care of yourself—because doing all this, some days, feels like more than an ordinary person can do.Our goal is to help you thrive in every area of your life: at home, at work, and in your community.Join Coleman and Abby Housefield as we explore the art of marriage, parenting and navigating life with honesty, humor, and support. We’ll share with you the tools we use, hilarious stories, and all the insights we’ve gained from being married for 15 years, parents for 11 years, and many more years of life experience.Have a question or comment to share? We would love to hear from you! You can send us an email at: [email protected]’s where you can find us online:Websites:https://www.colemanhousefield.com/https://www.thenaturelabschool.com/Substack:colemanhousefield.substack.comInstagram:abbyhousefieldcoleman.housefield.coaching This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colemanhousefield.substack.com