The Why and How of Disciplining Our Kids, with Dr. Dave

Mele Kalikimaka! Merry Christmas from Hawaii! Whether you catch this on Christmas day (Im so honored!) or a bit later, in this episode you will find some fun facts regarding that strange week between Christmas and New Years, as well as THREE THINGS I suggest we all do before the New Year begins!

Im keeping this short and sweet, but I think the tips in this episode will prepare you well for an intentional, faith-filled start to your new year. Find show notes with the three tips as well as the Scriptures I shared (and a few extras!) at:

http://www.monicaswanson.com/christmas 2024

General podcast page: http://www.monicaswanson.com/podcast

Looking for a Bible-based math or science homeschool curriculum? All my boys have used DIVE/Shormann Math and science for short-but-thorough lessons through the AP level! They believe it was the best preparation for their college studies in engineering and data analytics. Shormann Algebra 1&2 prepares kids for everything on the Pre-SAT, SAT, and ACT with over 200 practice questions! Go todiveintomath.comto learn more! 

The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visitwww.christianparenting.org 

We are officially one week away from Christmas! This is a replay from a fun date-night style episode my husband Dave and I shared a few days before Christmas in 2023. Dave and I are passing along wisdom we have gleaned over 29 Christmases together, most with a house full of boys. You'll find some important dos as well as a few donts! Hopefully a few will be encouraging reminders and a few will make you laugh. 

We imagine some of you might listen together with your spouse while wrapping gifts, running last-minute errands, or in front of the fire for a stay-in date night. (Of course you can listen all on your own as well. These principles will be helpful to everyone!) 

Find show notes and any links mentioned at: http://www.monicaswanson.com/10-Christmas 

General podcast page:http://www.monicaswanson.com/podcast 

Looking for a Bible-based math or science homeschool curriculum? All my boys have used DIVE/Shormann Math and science for short-but-thorough lessons through the AP level! They believe it was the best preparation for their college studies in engineering and data analytics. Shormann Algebra 1&2 prepares kids for everything on the Pre-SAT, SAT, and ACT with over 200 practice questions! Go todiveintomath.comto learn more! 

The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visitwww.christianparenting.org 

If youve ever let the stress of the season steal the JOY of the season, you know what inspired this episode.  Ive been there, and I dont want to go back!  Todays episode is all about facing the reality of the holiday season with intentionality, and ending it with no regrets!  

Today I share five very simple and do-able tips that will decrease our stress, and help us be more present, patient, and peaceful this season. Hoping you can catch this while running errands, wrapping presents, or folding laundry!  Find show notes and links over at:  

http://www.monicaswanson.com/less-stress-christmas 

General podcast page:http://www.monicaswanson.com/podcast 

Looking for a Bible-based math or science homeschool curriculum? All my boys have used DIVE/Shormann Math and science for short-but-thorough lessons through the AP level! They believe it was the best preparation for their college studies in engineering and data analytics. Shormann Algebra 1&2  prepares kids for everything on the Pre-SAT, SAT, and ACT with over 200 practice questions! Go todiveintomath.comto learn more! 

The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visitwww.christianparenting.org 

Did you know that you were created for delight? Its true! Though, if you are not feeling the fullness of that right about now you are not alone. We live in a fallen world and life can feel complicated and hard. Sometimes even turning to the Bible can feel like another task on our to-do list. Most of us dont like to admit these things, especially in the midst of what is supposed to be the happiest season of all. (right?)  

Todays guest, Asheritah Ciuciu, is no stranger to this reality. After a season of feeling dried up and burned out, Asheritah discovered the secret to a life of enduring joy.  And the good news, it wasnt dependent on doing better or working harder.  It was and always is, all about Jesus!  

Listen in as Asheritah explains how we can drink from Gods river of delights and find in Him the desires of our heart! I think youll find lots of encouragement in this conversation, and I hope youll pass it along to your friends who could use a bit more joy in this season (and in the New Year!)  

Find all the notes and links at: http://www.monicaswanson.com/asheritah-joy 

General podcast page:http://www.monicaswanson.com/podcast 

Looking for a Bible-based math or science homeschool curriculum? All my boys have used DIVE/Shormann Math and science for short-but-thorough lessons through the AP level! They believe it was the best preparation for their college studies in engineering and data analytics. Shormann Algebra 1&2  prepares kids for everything on the Pre-SAT, SAT, and ACT with over 200 practice questions! Go todiveintomath.comto learn more! 

The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visitwww.christianparenting.org 

I am so excited to officially kick of the holiday season here on the podcast with this incredibly practical and fun conversation! Krista Gilbert is an executive and personal life coach who helps people and companies design a life they love (how cool is that!?) Shes also a personal friend who I enjoy and respect so much! 

In this conversation Krista and I talk about the realities of the holidays: They are magical and wonderful but can also be tricky. Expectations sneak in, things dont always go smoothlykids grow up (and get married!?) Our own parents are aging (and may get sick or pass away.) And if we are not intentional about our mindset, Moms are sure to face a variety of emotional potential pitfalls over the holidays! 

Krista offers so much wisdom and so many practical tips youll want to hold on to: from learning how to boss our brains to the importance of consenting to change. I loved what she shares about honoring everyone involved, and I personally cant wait to hunt the good this holiday season! Find all of this and so much more in this very packed episode. Listen before Thanksgiving if you can (she has some fun ideas for the day!) but be sure to catch this episode sometime this holiday season! 

Find all of the notes and links at: http://www.monicaswanson.com/krista-gilbert 

General podcast page:http://www.monicaswanson.com/podcast 

Looking for a Bible-based math or science homeschool curriculum? All my boys have used DIVE/Shormann Math and science for short-but-thorough lessons through the AP level! They believe it was the best preparation for their college studies in engineering and data analytics. Shormann Algebra 1&2 prepares kids for everything on the Pre-SAT, SAT, and ACT with over 200 practice questions! Go todiveintomath.comto learn more! 

The Monica Swanson Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visitwww.christianparenting.org