Oct 11, 2026
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When your teen starts questioning their faith, it can be hard not to take their questions personally or worry about where those questions might lead. But our teens need to work out what they believe for themselves, rather than simply living off the faith and values we have taught them. In this episode...
Sep 28, 2026
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We love seeing and celebrating our children’s natural strengths, abilities and personality, but sometimes those strengths can cause us to overlook poor choices or character issues. In this episode, I talk about why strengths need character to mature, and how qualities such as humility, respect,...
Sep 14, 2026
A bigger vision for the high school years can help you make confident decisions about your teen's education.
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The high school years can make homeschool parents question whether they are doing enough or making the right educational choices. In this episode, I look at the purpose of high school and why...
Aug 9, 2026
In this episode, we're looking at the difference between changing a child's behaviour and simply trying to control it. I share why heart-focused parenting aims to teach children what is good, right and wise by growing in the virtues that motivate wise choices, rather than just expecting outward obedience. When children...
Jul 19, 2026
In this episode, I unpack four healthy ways parents use their authority in family life. We look at how authority isn’t meant for control or convenience, but for setting values, creating expectations, teaching and training children, and putting structures in place that help them grow in wisdom and character.
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