The Intentional Parents Podcast

Children are growing up with anxiety, uncertainty and low self-esteem, and the Covid-19 pandemic, bringing lockdown and yet more life online, has intensified these things. Often parents can feel helpless to care for their children’s mental wellbeing.Katharine Hill, UK Director of Care for the Family, has written A Mind of Their Own to equip parents to build resilience and care well for their children’s mental wellbeing, from toddlerhood to teenage years. Backed by solid, up-to-the minute research and grounded in real life experience, she tackles everything from body confidence, dealing with disappointment to strong emotions, and gives steps to take when challenges come. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series Katharine’s Book https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Their-Own-Emotional-Post-Pandemic/dp/1910012319/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1RNOPLV9RLSA3&keywords=a+mind+of+their+own&qid=1665524219&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjk4IiwicXNhIjoiMC42NCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=a+mind+of+their+own%2Caps%2C481&sr=8-1 Marriage Retreat https://www.joniandfriends.org/event/california-marriage-getaway-4/

Technology is advancing at top speed, heralding a world of choice and opportunity. Sometimes we struggle to navigate each new turn ourselves. So how can we equip our children to make good choices and not only deal with all the hidden dangers but also recognize and take hold of the positive opportunities? Today's guest, Katharine Hill, talks about her book "Left to Their Own Devices," which covers just that. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series Katharine’s Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Left-Their-Own-Devices-Post-Pandemic/dp/1914553063/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1GD24DPMSJZCJ&keywords=left+to+their+own+devices&qid=1664924042&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQwIiwicXNhIjoiMC40OCIsInFzcCI6IjAuNTkifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=Left+to+th%2Cstripbooks%2C201&sr=1-3Marriage Retreat https://www.joniandfriends.org/event/california-marriage-getaway-4/

Today Elizabeth and Diane sit down and discuss the epic challenge behind sibling rivalry. We all experience it, but what are we to do when our children seem to attack each other with no end in sight? Do we ignore it and hope for the best? We cover these questions and a lot more. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series

How are we to sustain ourselves through the whole of life? How can we build disciplines and rituals that help us become who Jesus inspires us to be? We talk through some of our favorite rituals, from spiritual to practical. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series

Today we have the honor of having Ruth Chou Simons on the show. She just released a new book entitled "Emmanuel: An Invitation to Prepare Him Room at Christmas and Always." We talk about what it looks like to be an overachieving recovering perfectionist and what to do when God has put a big vision in your heart, but the time to live it out is not now. We also cover how to have more healthy traditions around the holidays. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate-index-impact Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series Ruth’s New Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Emmanuel-Invitation-Prepare-Christmas-Always/dp/0736984968/ref=sr_1_3?crid=348VRYXWUH61W&keywords=ruth+chou+simons+books&qid=1663098445&sprefix=Ruth+chou%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-3

Today we respond to your questions! Questions like how to handle chronic illness? What do you do when you have a neurodiverse child and a neurotypical child? How do you navigate the different levels of conflict in a marriage? We cover these questions and many more. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series

Today we go through the gamut of the importance of the Sabbath in your marriage, family, and formation to Jesus. We discuss being a foster parent and how to Sabbath as a family, single parent, or single person. We also cover sabbath sex, and the gift sabbath is to your marriage now and in the future. A.J. gives us a window into his family's Sabbath and ideas for parents with young kids who don't have family close to set up intentional sabbath communities. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series  A.J.’s Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Subversive-Sabbath-Surprising-Power-Nonstop/dp/1587434059/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CR8KFQCAIBUK&keywords=subversive+sabbath+the+surprising+power+of+rest+in+a+nonstop+world&qid=1661884034&sprefix=subversive+sabbath+%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1 A.J.’s Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-faith-doubt/id1556188087

Today is a bonus episode! Elizabeth and Diane sit down and have a candid conversation about regrets in educational choices, what they love about homeschooling, and how hard it is to make sacrifices for education when there is no end. They also talk about some strategic ways to weave education and life together in a way that can bring some relief for your this school year. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series

Today we are covering the topic of one of the eight primary emotions, anger. Anger reveals what matters to us- both good and not good. Anger becomes a warning signal, compelling humble people to look inside to identify what emotion they are experiencing and why. Fear? Hurt? Sadness? Resentment? Anger is possibly the most important feeling we experience as emotional and spiritual beings because it is the first step to authentic living. It shows our yearnings and hunger for life. We will also cover five ways to start working on being aware of your anger and how to live in the power of the Spirit. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series Interview with Aundi Kolber!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intentional-parents-podcast/id1462206659?i=1000537701695

Here we go again! The much anticipated part two.  Today Jerry shares eight things that he has learned after looking back over thirty years after his catastrophic loss. Jerry Sittser is the author of A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows Through Loss. Jerry has suffered catastrophic loss and is no stranger to pain. He has done an outstanding job of helping those who suffer understand the more important story of their lives. In this episode, Brook and Elizabeth sit with Jerry and have a candid conversation about suffering, loss, trauma, and the way forward. 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://www.amazon.com/Raising-Passionate-Jesus-Followers-Intentional/dp/0310347777 Website: intentionalparents.org Donate: https://www.intentionalparents.org/donate Blog: https://www.intentionalparents./blog GET: The Intentional Film Serieshttps://www.intentionalparents.org/film-series A Grace Disguised:https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Disguised-Revised-Expanded-through/dp/0310363594/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JM8GUYJZ1TKB&keywords=a+grace+disguised+by+jerry+sittser&qid=1660079101&sprefix=A+grace+%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1