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Episode 162: Raising Kids Who Know What They're For

In this episode, Rachel tells a personal story about paying attention to what lights your kids up and shares how quietly leaning in at the right opportunities can help your child discover their gifts and talents.

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Episode 161: What Your Kids Actually Need From You

This one's for the dads — and the moms who love them. In this episode, Rachel pulls back the curtain on something she's watched her husband Mike do consistently in their home: show up for each of their kids one-on-one, ask great questions, and build a relational foundation that no amount of providing or lecturing could replace.

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Episode 154: Sanity-Saving Routines

In this episode, Rachel shares simple, sanity-saving routines that help her family trade daily chaos for calm — because peace doesn’t just happen, it’s built (usually the night before).

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Episode 150: Christmas Book Flood

In this episode, Rachel shares about how Icelanders turned giving and reading books at Christmas into a cozy national pastime, and how families today can continue the Christmas book flood tradition.

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Episode 149: Abide

In this episode, Rachel shares a simple yet profound message about staying connected and abiding in the vine.

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Episode 146: Intentional Travel

In this episode, Mike and Rachel share the intentionality behind their recent family trip and details on how they made it happen.

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Episode 145: When I Grow Up

In this episode, Rachel reflects on her own career journey and shares her experience of walking her oldest son through navigating potential career paths.

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Episode 144: What a Novel Idea

In this episode, Rachel provides an insightful look into the many rewards that come from immersing oneself in a good story.

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Episode 143: Trust the Process

In this episode, Rachel encourages listeners to reflect on the moments in their lives that made an impact as a way to be encouraged to keep going and keep growing.

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