The Intentional Family

Rachel & Mike talk about the value of mentors, what to look for when choosing one, and why not having all the answers can actually be a good thing.The Intentional Family #42: Boundaries, Part 2The Art of Exceptional Living by Jim RohnMoney: Master the Game by Tony RobbinsFocused podcastThe Intentional Family #31: Micro AdjustmentsThe Tipping Point by Malcolm GladwellDave RamseyThe Intentional Family #12: MindsetThe Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent PealePrayer: The Mightiest Force in the World by Frank Charles Laubach

Rachel & Mike revisit the topic of boundaries and talk about how to apply them with friends, family, and children.Intentional Family #39: Landmarks and LandminesBoundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John TownsendBookworm #53: BoundariesThe Art of Exceptional Living by Jim Rohn

Oct 18The Schmitz family watches Dave Ramsey's new documentary on student debt, and soon-to-be-college-age Toby joins Rachel to discuss his perspective on the film.Borrowed FutureThe Student Borrower Protection CenterStudent Loan Debt Statistics | ForbesDave Ramsey’s Scholarship Search Tool (not active, relaunching soon)Debt Free Degree by Anthony ONealSolving a GENIUS LEGO Puzzle Box!! Level 9Building the World's Hardest LEGO Puzzle Box! (32 steps)Toby’s Lego store isn’t quite ready, we’ll mention it when it is!

Rachel & Mike talk about thinking bigger, faith vs. fear, and stepping outside of your comfort zone.Intentional Family #35: Silencio, Bruno!LucaAlberto Funko Pop!Intentional Family #39: Landmarks & LandminesCourage is Calling by Ryan HolidayFlow by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiBookwormPiercing the Darkness by Frank PerettiIntentional Family #4: Family Core ValuesIntentional Family #5: Family Core Values, Part 2Eat That Frog! by Brian TracyFocused #135: Don’t Eat the Frog, with Jesse J. Anderson

Rachel & Mike discuss the importance of boundaries in keeping the good stuff in and the bad stuff out.Episode 38: The Grass is GreenerBoundaries by Henry CloudThe Boss Baby: Family BusinessThe Little FarmerRio 2The Great Mental Models, Volume 1Thou Shalt Hustle

Comparison is deadly. It can quickly lead to a loss of identity, cause us to misjudge others, and creates a lack of desire to humbly seek out answers from trustworthy people in our lives. In this episode, Rachel shares some pointers from a recent experience to help you avoid it at all costs.

Rachel & Mike talk about discipleship, purposeful training, and raising lifelong learners.Christian Men’s NetworkHCWO Commissioning ServiceIntentional Family #4: Family Core ValuesIntentional Family #5: Family Core Values, Part 2

Rachel & Mike discuss cultivating curiosity, solving your own problems, and doing hard things.The $100 MBAGrit by Angela DuckworthDuolingoMindset by Carol DweckA Guide to Sketchnoting on iPadThe Sketchnote Handbook by Mike RohdeThe Intentional Family #31: Micro AdjustmentsLiminal Thinking by Dave GrayAffinity DesignerAffinity Designer Workbook

Rachel & Mike discuss limiting beliefs and share some ways to silence the negative voices in your head.LucaIntentional Family #4: Family Core ValuesIntentional Family #5: Family Core Values, Part 2Mindset by Carol DweckIntentional Family #12: Growth MindsetLiminal Thinking by Dave GrayThe Obstacle is the Way by Ryan HolidayStillness is the Key by Ryan HolidaySteal Like an Artist by Austin KleonMan's Search for Meaning by Victor FranklUnique Ability 2.0

The hosts delve into the pursuit of peace, sharing personal revelations on nurturing calm within a chaotic family life. They relate the struggles of a bustling morning routine and the importance of individual responsibility in fostering a positive environment. A solo drive sparks insights on personal growth and the power of meaningful content. The connection between physical and spiritual disciplines is discussed, emphasizing their role in achieving harmony. Embracing intentionality in daily activities leads to joyful moments and a deeper understanding of life’s seasons.