The Single Greatest Thing to Being a Better Parent [Summer Series: On Becoming Great Parents 3 of 5]

Welcome to episode 3 of 5 in our first Summer Series called, On Becoming Great Parents. We hope you download the pdf files that go along with these episodes (found in show notes below) and use them in your small groups, with your spouse, or as a companion guide to the content.In this episode, Josh and Christi talk about the single greatest thing to being a better parent. Part of it may have to do with how we greet one another coming in the door, a conversation you don’t want to miss! Through the lens of Christi’s own healing journey, she shares in-depth about what makes her a better mom and what she now sees as the goal of parenting.  Some highlights include: The single greatest thing that’s made Christi a better momWhat the primary goal of parenting really is (and it’s not what you think)Why less is more when it comes to parentingHere are timestamps for each of the topics:  (3:38) What we can learn (and not learn) by how our dogs greet us as we come through the door(10:45) Why teachability matters, especially when looking for a spouse(13:28) The art of giving an appropriate apology  (16:17) Christi discusses what she found to be the single greatest thing to be a better mom(20:18) Christi discusses how she views time with the Lord when it's all hands-on deck with the kids(21:30) Fighting the religious spirit(22:35) Practical ways to get time with God in the mundane moments of the day (28:41) Conversation related to therapy, coaching, and spiritual direction  (30:03) Why does it feel like everyone else talks about Jesus but I don't feel like He's with me?(31:53) What Christi knows now that she wishes she knew when she first became a momShow Notes: Click here to download the free discussion guide pdf for the Summer Series.https://www.famousathome.com/summerseriessignupLadies, register now for Tender & Fierce! Special pricing ends June 28.http://www.famousathome.com/tenderandfierceMen, join the interest list for our exciting, upcoming men's discipleship journey! Click here.https://www.famousathome.com/mensinterestformWatch this episode on Youtube by clicking here.https://youtu.be/Ui9fJqr1QbI

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We all want to put our families center stage. Yet, in a world competing for our time, attention, and identity, our families often get our leftovers instead of our best. Welcome to the Famous at Home podcast, with marriage and leadership coaches, Dr. Josh and Christi Straub. With a realistic, grace-filled look at the struggles families face, the Famous at Home podcast is like having a cup of coffee with authentic friends who just “get you.” yet with the practical and life-changing coaching strategies Josh and Christi use to help spouses, parents, and leaders stay emotionally engaged and connected to their biggest fans. With topics designed to help you become a rockstar in your own home, set healthy rhythms between work and home, and build a rock-solid marriage, the Famous at Home podcast will encourage and inspire you.Because the greatest red carpet you’ll ever walk, is through your front door.