The Intentional Parents Podcast Differing Parenting Styles, Distinguishing Your Pain From Your Child’s + Supporting Your Spouse Through Growth (Q+R)
Aug 13, 2025
The hosts tackle the challenges of differing parenting styles, emphasizing communication and collaboration during critical decisions like education. They explore the importance of self-awareness in distinguishing between parental pain and a child's suffering. The conversation also dives into the beauty and complexity of supporting each other's growth in marriage, addressing how to navigate change together. They remind listeners that parenting and marriage are long-term journeys that require patience, compassion, and continual commitment to one another.
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Talk Until You Agree
- Talk openly and repeatedly with your spouse about parenting differences until you reach agreement.
- Ask questions with curiosity to uncover true concerns and arrive at a shared approach.
Ask Why Before Deciding
- Ask your spouse why they feel strongly and listen to understand rather than assume motives.
- Try temporary approaches (year-by-year) and pray for discernment when big choices like schooling arise.
Schooling Can Be Seasonal
- Schooling often shifts across seasons and may not be a single lifelong choice.
- Treat education decisions as season-based and re-evaluate regularly.
