Raising Adults: Future Focused Parenting
Summary: If your parenting ever feels like a game of whack-a-mole, we’ve got you. If you are a Type-A planner who wants to parent proactively, we’re here for you. If you find yourself somewhere in between….that parent who longs to parent with intention, but often ends up reacting to situations as they arise, you are our people! Our distinct philosophy - Future Focused Parenting – takes center stage on the podcast. We open every episode with our own personal “why” to demonstrate bringing intention to specific parenting issues. Then we dive into the “what” and “how” of each topic, moving quickly into actionable tools and strategies our listeners can start using right away. As your co-hosts, we bring our professional experience to bear, but never fail to share our own struggles as parents. In addition, we have some unique differences in our personalities and beliefs. This dynamic creates a distinct feel, allowing our listeners to explore varying ways to approach parenting topics and ultimately decide what works for their family. We invite you to listen to the groundbreaking parenting podcast that starts with the end in mind. Stop raising kids; start Raising Adults!
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We chat with Dr. Kara Powell of the Fuller Youth Institute who shares her unique philosophy about how we can grow with our children, instead of growing apart. She discusses the 3 phases of a child’s growth into adulthood and the 3 ways parents can walk alongside them as they grow. She also shares the one line every parent needs to have in their back pocket. https://karapowell.com/, @Kara.Powell.Author (FB), @karapowellfyi (IG) Our Sponsor: https://homeschoolbuyersco-op.org Referral Code: ADULTS
Deana and Kira open Season 4 by talking about the Oscar Award winning performance that is parenthood. They describe how to effectively cultivate your “I’m not shocked face” as well as why it’s so critical that parents create a safe space for kids to share whatever they are struggling with (even if it might be hard, as the parent, to hear it). Our Sponsor: https://homeschoolbuyersco-op.org Referral Code: ADULTS
In the lead up to Season 4 (which airs next week!) we are releasing a replay of the "Kids and Discipline" episode from Season 2. Deana and Kira talk about discipline, what it is versus what it's not and why boundaries are such an important part of raising adults. Be sure to join us for the first episode of Season 4 on July 20th! Our Sponsor: https://homeschoolbuyersco-op.org Referral Code: ADULTS
Deana and Kira share an awesome FREE resource for parents who are confused or concerned about how to keep their kids well educated next year. The Getting It Together Summit is totally free and is running July 15-17 to help parents figure out exactly what their options are for next year AND how to stay healthy and balanced as a family. There are 37 speakers to choose from on a ton of different topics related to education, health and wellness. Register for free: https://getting-it-together.heysummit.com/
In the first week of the break before Season 4 launches we are replaying our episode on Emotional Intelligence where Kira offers strategic principles for instilling EI in children. She also shares her accessible “3Ns” strategy for handling big feelings. For a deeper dive, check out her Online Program: Fostering Emotional Intelligence, use the code RAISINGADULTS for 15% off! Join us July 20th for the first episode of Season 4! Our Sponsor: https://homeschoolbuyersco-op.org Referral Code: ADU
In their Season Three finale Kira and Deana challenge listeners to pick one or two things they are going to focus on while Raising Adults breaks for two weeks (look out for replays of two of our most popular episodes each week of the break!). The co-hosts share their choices and ask listeners to join them on the journey! Season Four airs on July 20th! Check out our online resources in the break - listeners get a discount if they use the code RAISINGADULTS: https://futurefocusedparenting.selz.com/
Deana and Kira talk with Dr. Lucretia Berry of Brownicity.com. Dr. Berry shares ways to talk about skin hue, race, anti-racism and more with our children as well as why these conversations are crucial to raising adults. She also discusses some of the key components in the conversation that parents often miss as well as what happens when we allow fear to prevent us from having these conversations at all. Resources and more: https://brownicity.com/, @brownicity
Kira and Deana speak with Lifestyle Coach and Nutrition Expert Andrea Dahlman about ways parents can create margin in their lives so they can move from always “doing” into truly “being”. She shares the 3 ways parents can start creating sustainable life changes, find space for the things in their lives that matter to them and the revolutionary word every human being needs to incorporate into their vocabulary. For more info on Andrea: andreadahlman.com Social Media @redeeming_nutrition
Deana and Kira talk about how to teach kids to embrace failure, learn positive self-talk, and let go of the message society sends that failure is a bad thing. They also share the importance of separating the mistake from the person so that we can honor the feelings that come up when they make a mistake and move forward in a way that helps kids learn and grow.
Deana and Kira share their perspectives on the events of the past week and find they have never agreed more.
Kira and Deana discuss ways to lean in to kids’ big dreams as well as the pitfalls leaning in can cause. Deana shares a practical three-step strategy and Kira shares a few of the big ideas she’s leaned into. Together they talk about what went well, what went sideways, and what they hope their children take from the pursuit itself. To purchase Kira’s son’s book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rhys-Greyson-Titans-Wrath/dp/B086G277H5/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=rhys+dorrian&qid=1588724956&sr=8
Deana and Kira speak with Rachel Rothman, a childhood nutrition expert from Nutrition in Bloom. Rachel debunks several nutrition myths and offers a perspective you’ve likely never heard before. She discusses picky eaters, new ways to get kids to try new foods, as well as why it’s okay to ignore the suggested “5 a day” to take the pressure off of parents and kids. If you have picky eaters or worry about your child’s nutrition this is episode is a must! For more on Rachel: https://nutritioninbl
We talk with Deana’s son Marc and Kira’s kids Rhys and Rhiannon to get their perspective on life in quarantine and doing school at home. Together they share what is working, what is not, and what they want parents to know about how to love them well at this time. Also discussed: the anxiety kids might be facing as they re-enter into the world. For tips & tools, check out our Parenting Anxious Kids program: https://futurefocusedparenting.selz.com/item/tools-and-strategies-for-helping-kids-with-anxie
Kira and Deana talk about finding the balance between when to push our kids and when to back off. Together they share ways to find a hierarchy of values to inform your choices, a three step process to help you figure out which way to go and the impact (both positive and negative) of pushing too much or letting go too often. Listeners will also learn about Kira’s embarrassing little secret…bet you’ll never guess what it is!
Kira and Deana discuss happiness – what it is and what it’s not – and how to help our children cultivate joy, contentment and gratitude so as to foster a life they love. Previous episodes referenced: Kids and Gratitude http://traffic.libsyn.com/raisingadultspodcast/Episode_17._Kids_and_Gratitude.mp3
