The Intentional Parents Podcast

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Today in this Intentional essential, we discuss the bottom-up vs. top-down parenting method. We talk about getting to the heart of your child's behavior and getting curious instead of angry. We also cover three ways to do this with the spirit's help. Enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat

Today we have the excellent Mark Batterson on the show. We talk about having a non-anxious curiosity, the importance of kindness, and the three words that change everything. Enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat Marks Books The Best Worst Day Everhttps://amzn.to/3TTMIFG Please, Sorry, Thanks.https://amzn.to/3JMWtRA

Today we have Matthias J. Barker on the show. Matthias is a psychotherapist based in Nashville, TN, and is all about moving towards what's meaningful amid hardship. You may know him from the various social media platforms that he creates content for, but whatever the case, you are in for a treat. We define words like wounds, trauma, and triggering and how God heals these parts of our lives. We also talk about self-criticism in parenting and the importance of going on the inner journey with Jesus. Trauma = An overwhelming experience that inspires a manner of engaging in the world around or with yourself that creates dysfunctional self-reinforcing cycles.    Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat Matthias J. Barkerhttps://linktr.ee/matthiasjbarker Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@matthiasjbarker?lang=en

Today we discuss the idea of optimal deprivation. What is it, why does it matter, and how can we develop from it? How do we build optimal deprivation for kids with more than they need, and what does it look like to invite suffering and life's challenges as a way of formation to Jesus? We cover these topics and touch on many scriptures to help us. Enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat

Today we are just giving one thought essential in your parenting journey to raise passionate Jesus followers. We cover the importance of speaking the truth in love, how kindness rewards you, how mercy is not giving somebody something they deserve, and a few more fun nuggets! Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat

Today we talk about a parent's responsibility to help their children understand who they are. We also cover the importance of attunement and what to do if you're emotionally dysregulated. Lastly, we cover five things your children must learn to understand who they are. The five things are   1.    Teach them how to care for their body.   2.    Help them identify what they are feeling or thinking about something.   3.    Teach them how to identify and ask for what they need.     4.    Help them establish healthy boundaries with others.   5.    Help them respect a healthy "no" they might receive from another person.  Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat Books:The Best of Youhttps://amzn.to/3kwvWj1 

Today we talk about a parent's responsibility to help their children understand who they are. We also cover the importance of attunement and what to do if you're emotionally dysregulated. Lastly, we cover five things your children must learn to understand who they are. The five things are   1.    Teach them how to care for their body.   2.    Help them identify what they are feeling or thinking about something.   3.    Teach them how to identify and ask for what they need.     4.    Help them establish healthy boundaries with others.   5.    Help them respect a healthy "no" they might receive from another person.  Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/legacy-builders Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series The Intentional Leadership Retreat:https://www.intentionalparents.org/leadership-retreat Books:The Best of Youhttps://www.amazon.com/Best-You-Painful-Patterns-Discover/dp/1400234549/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1677013216&sr=8-1

Today we talk about how we mold and unfold our children and discover their exceptional gifts. What is our responsibility? How do we find out who God has given us to steward? We cover five questions to ask yourself in this discovery process. We also cover how to pass on a compelling faith and what it looks like to steward your children well. The five questions to ask yourself...How do you see your child?What are you doing to steward the gift of your child?Are you listening to God about your child?Ask the Father to explain us to us.Is your faith worthy of following? Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.orgJoin our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/legacy-buildersBlog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series

Today is ALL about marriage! Many have sent in questions about marriage, and we have compiled as many responses as possible in this episode. We cover the importance of date nights, how to be emotionally available to one another, and how to handle unspoken expectations with our spouse and even tithing. Enjoy! Follow us on Instagram:@intentional_parents@brook_mosser@Emosser@philmcomer@dianewcomer Grab a copy of our book: Raising Passionate Jesus Followers (Now available in audiobook!)https://amzn.to/3ReOgc4 Website: intentionalparents.org Join our Legacy Builders: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series