Ep 221: Live Q+A w/ Debra Fileta

Licensed counselor and author Debra Fileta joins Levi and Jennie for a live Q&A on building emotionally healthy homes—whether you’re single, married, or knee-deep in carpools. We kick off with Debra’s new picture book for littles, “Any Day Emotions,” and how naming feelings (even the tricky ones like guilt and jealousy) helps kids learn what to do with them. We also talk about Levi’s new tween book, “Don’t Worry, Warrior,” and why story-driven teaching sticks with 8–12-year-olds. 

From there, it’s a fast-paced, heartfelt session tackling real questions: consistent toddler discipline without losing connection, encouragement for single parents finding community, wisdom for blending families with grace and boundaries, and practical ways siblings can repair ruptures with real apologies. We close by reframing “peace at home”—less candlelit calm, more everyday wholeness in Christ amid the beautiful chaos. 

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Debra: @debrafileta
Levi: @levilusko
Jennie: @jennielusko
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Time stamps
14:06 – What to discuss with your spouse when planning/trying for kids
19:13 – How to discipline a toddler consistently while staying connected
26:10 – Single mom navigating distance from family and absent father
31:06 – “Biblical” approach to blending a newly blended family
49:34 – Keeping a peaceful home with hormonal preteens and little ones
54:57 – Rhythms to recharge marriage with a 6-month-old at home