Raising Boys & Girls

This heartwarming discussion offers 10 practical tips for families to navigate the holiday season with joy and connection. The hosts address the big feelings that arise, providing tools like calm-down kits and code words to ease anxiety. They emphasize creating gentle rhythms instead of strict schedules and encourage emotional check-ins. Acknowledging grief and managing gift overload are also key topics, reminding everyone that the holidays can be more manageable than magical. They even share a cherished family tradition and a comforting prayer for gift-wrapping moments.

Sissy and David share insights from their Enneagram parenting discussions and how listener feedback shaped their journey. They emphasize that there's no one-size-fits-all in parenting and celebrate the unique strengths each type brings. From the integrity of Ones to the joy of Sevens, they highlight actionable tips for nurturing kids of all types. The conversation also includes recommendations for further learning and ends with a heartfelt benediction, reminding parents of their integral role and the support available to them.

Join therapist and Enneagram teacher Jill Phillips, alongside lawyer and author Hunter Mobley, as they dive into the transformative power of the Enneagram in parenting. They discuss how understanding motivations can enhance compassion and reduce reactivity in relationships. Hunter shares insights from his book on self-discovery, while Jill offers strategies for connecting with children based on their unique needs. The duo emphasizes the importance of slowing down, modeling self-awareness, and finding hope in the ongoing journey of growth for both parents and kids.

Join singer-songwriter Hillary Rector and musician Andy Gullahorn as they explore the unique perspectives of parenting as Enneagram Nines. They discuss the balance of being adaptable and calm while facing challenges like delayed emotions and voicing needs. With heartfelt anecdotes, they highlight how their traits help foster nurturing family environments and suggest ways to gently encourage their children to express themselves. Their insights offer a warm invitation for parents of Nines to embrace both the strengths and growth opportunities in this journey.

Discover the calming presence of Enneagram Nines and why they are magnetic in parenting. Sissy and David explore the strengths of Nines, like empathy and adaptability, while also highlighting challenges such as conflict avoidance and procrastination. Learn practical tips for Nine parents to use their voice, establish boundaries, and nurture their children's independence. They emphasize the importance of emotional safety and offer encouragement for navigating parenting with grace and quiet leadership.

Amy Fenton, a single mom and Enneagram 8, and Brian Camp, also a parent of three young adults, share their unique parenting journeys. They discuss the strengths of decisiveness and fierce advocacy, as well as the challenges of quick overreactions and the need to control. Through candid stories, they reveal practical tools like pausing and asking for a do-over to foster communication. Their insights highlight the balance of being strong yet nurturing, aiming for their kids to feel supported and championed.

Dive into the dynamic world of Enneagram 8s, where boldness and loyalty reign supreme. Discover the strengths of these challengers, including their protective instincts and honesty. Sissy and David unpack the struggles of intensity and vulnerability, offering practical advice for parents to nurture their eight children. Learn how to foster respect, encourage autonomy, and channel their desire for justice. This insightful discussion provides tools for embracing softness while raising confident, balanced leaders.

Author and therapist Niro Feliciano joins Sissy and David to talk about her new book, All Is Calm-ish, and how we can find contentment and calm in the middle of a busy, often overwhelming holiday season. She shares simple, doable practices—like five minutes of stillness, tiny wellness habits, and choosing connection over perfection—and opens up about writing the book during a heavy season in her own family, walking with her daughter through significant anxiety.  Together they discuss navigating grief, rethinking traditions, setting kind boundaries, and the beautiful overlap between faith and psychology, offering a hopeful, grounding guide for anyone longing for a little more peace—and a little more “calm-ish”—this Christmas. Resources mentioned: All Is Calm-ish by Niro Feliciano This Book Won’t Make You Happy by Niro Feliciano . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Access Raising Boys and Girls courses here! Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠raisingboysandgirls.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience⁠ ⁠Lucy Learns to Be Brave: A Lesson in Courage⁠⁠ . . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. A special thank you to our sponsors: QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. THRIVE MARKET: Head over to ⁠ThriveMarket.com/rbg⁠ to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift.  NIV APPLICATION BIBLE: Save an additional 10% on any NIV Application Bible and NIV Application Commentary Resources by visiting faithgateway.com/nivab and using promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sissy and David sit down with Enneagram Sevens Mary Killett and Aaron Weber, who share how their natural optimism, humor, and energy shape their lives at Daystar and at home. They talk about the joy of being wired for positivity, the pressure to always be “on,” and the growth that comes with learning to slow down, feel hard things, and meet people with presence instead of quick reframing. They also offer a glimpse into Daystar’s building expansion and the hope of a new podcast studio on the way. As parents, Mary and Aaron reflect on how their Seven-ness helps them cheer on their kids, stay playful, and bring light into hard moments—while also learning to validate big emotions, pause before fixing, and listen more deeply. If you’re interested in giving towards Daystar Counseling Ministries growth fund, here is the link to give. . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Access Raising Boys and Girls courses here! Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠raisingboysandgirls.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience⁠ ⁠Lucy Learns to Be Brave: A Lesson in Courage⁠⁠ . . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. A special thank you to our sponsors: QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. THRIVE MARKET: Head over to ⁠ThriveMarket.com/rbg⁠ to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift.  NIV APPLICATION BIBLE: Save an additional 10% on any NIV Application Bible and NIV Application Commentary Resources by visiting faithgateway.com/nivab and using promo code RBG. WAYFAIR: Get organized, refreshed, and ready for the holidays for way less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. JOLIE: Jolie will give you your best skin & hair guaranteed. Head to jolieskinco.com/RBG to try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the vibrant world of Enneagram Sevens, the enthusiastic and adventurous spirits in our families. Dive into their unique strengths like creativity and joy, while acknowledging their struggles with pain and follow-through. Learn practical tips for Seven parents on embracing hard emotions and fostering resilience in their children. Enjoy heartwarming anecdotes that celebrate the delightful chaos Sevens bring, reminding us to cherish ordinary moments and cultivate contentment.