The Intentional Family

Rachel explores how intentional activities outside the classroom can help build character, leadership, creativity, and resilience.

Mike and Rachel share the intentionality behind their recent family trip and details on how they made it happen.Ark EncounterCreation MuseumNational Homeschool Soccer ChampionshipChattanooga Pinball MuseumVelo Coffee RoastersThe Fellowship of the Ring read by Andy Serkis

Rachel reflects on her own career journey and shares her experience of walking her oldest son through navigating potential career paths. Bookworm podcastFocused podcast

Rachel provides an insightful look into the many rewards that come from immersing oneself in a good story.This Present Darkness by Frank PerettiJane Eyre by Charlotte BrontëJane Austen BooksA Tale of Two Cities by Charles DickensThe Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

In this episode, Rachel encourages listeners to reflect on the moments in their lives that made an impact as a way to be encouraged to keep going and keep growing.What is the Trivium and How Does it Apply to Homeschooling?

In this episode, Rachel provides encouragement to live purposefully in the midst of feeling overwhelmed and when family members are resistant to change.The Gift of Failure by Jessica LaheyUgmonk Analog

Rachel shares how to create unity in your family through routines, discipleship, schedules, and serving alongside one another.Discipleship On the Go

Mike and Rachel share how to navigate family challenges that try to sabotage intentional living.

In this episode, Rachel shares her heart behind the podcast, why it means so much to her, and how Mike's recent conference talk on AI helped save it.Macstock Conference and ExpoThe LibraryEpisode #4: Family Core ValuesEpisode #82: Date NightPersonal Retreat EpisodeFocused PodcastBookworm Podcast

Rachel shares details of the incredible journey of their son, Jonathan, and his miraculous healing.Original article