Is AI the New Parenting Expert? - 268
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Release Date: 06/18/2025
Equipping Kids with a Biblical Worldview - 278
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Raising kids today isn't easy. Everywhere they turn -- school, media, friendships -- culture is shaping what they believe about truth, identity, and faith. As parents, we wonder: Will my child know what they believe and stand firm when it matters most? In this episode of Equipped To Be, Connie Albers unpacks how to help your children build a biblical worldview, ask deeper faith questions, and think critically about the confusing messages they face every day. You'll discover practical ways to model truth, respect differences without compromise, and lead your kids with both grace and...
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3 Reasons Moms Choose Home - 277
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Why are so many moms stepping back from work or cutting back on their hours to be home more? Since Covid, families have seen firsthand how culture shifts, eroding trust in insitiutions, and the rising struggles of children have reshaped what "success" looks like. In this episode of Equipped To Be, Connie Albers unpacks three powerful reasons moms are choosing to be home with their children, and why this decision matters more now than ever. You'll learn: What's driving moms to reconsider the balanace between carreer and family life. How the well-being of children is changing the...
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The Pros, Cons, and Everyday Truths of Using AI - 276
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Have you noticed how often AI slips into your conversations lately? Maybe your friend brings it up, or your text message asks if you want AI help, or you use Grammarly to check your email for errors. Let's face it, how we conduct business, manage our homes, and do research is changing. AI is everywhere, from your inbox to your dinner table. But does it really make life easier, or is it quietly leading us astray? In this episode, you learn the pros, cons, and everyday truths about using AI. I'll even share my own experience and how it ultimately turned out to be. Plus, I'll give you...
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Too Loud for Little Ears? Protecting Kids Hearing - 275
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
The music was loud, the crowd was electric...then everything stopped. Latin superstar Maluma put down the mic, pointed into the audience, and called out a mother, not for dancing, not for causing trouble, but for holding a baby. A baby with no ear protection. What happened next sparked a worldwide discussion: How loud is too loud for your child's ears? In this episode, I'm talking about a moment that has millions of parents talking, and the truth could save your child from permanent hearing loss. You'll learn why children's ears are so vulnerable, what most parents don't know about...
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Easing Back To School Anxiety
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Easing Back-to-School Blues: Helping Your Child Feel Safe, Connected, and Confident Is your child feeling nervous about returning to school? Maybe they are worried about fitting in, afraid they won't know the material, or concerned about change. In this heartfelt episode of Equipped To Be, I'm sharing practical ways you can prepare your children for a smooth start to a new school year: emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. You'll learn how to calm their fears, about making new friends, what to do when they feel behind, how to help them feel safe, and how to manage their fears about...
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Find Beauty in the Mess - 273
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
It's hard to gain perspective and see beauty in the middle of the mess. But that, my friend, is where beauty is built—one moment at a time. We want things tidy. We want order. We want harmony. Although they are possible to achieve, the journey is where true beauty is discovered while we traverse each day. There is value in the mess, and God uses it to build family bonds that last a lifetime. Remember, Motherhood is the ministry of showing up. God is looking for your willingness and obedience, not your perfection. "Beautiful things are rarely tidy. They are built over...
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Cultivating Healthy Habits - 272
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Are your daily habits helping you thrive, or merely helping you get by? In today's episode, we'll discuss the five expert-recommended daily practices, and then go deeper into the five most overlooked, but life-changing habits that often go unnoticed, like creating micro-moments of awe, to speaking life over yourself and your loved ones This episode will equip you to build rhythms that support healthier, more purposeful family life. Read the full show notes with links here: More popular episodes: If you enjoy listening to Parenting and...
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Parenting Boys with Mark Hancock - 271
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
What does it take to raise boys to become godly men in a culture that's lost its way? In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA, to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time. Together, we discuss the struggles boys face: apathy, digital distractions, and the confusion surrounding manhood. Mark shares practical, biblical insights to guide your son toward strength, integrity, and godly purpose. Your son was created for more than virtual victories. He was made to become a man of God. Don't miss this timely episode filled with wisdom,...
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Overscheduled Kids? Finding the Right Balance - 270
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Are we giving kids every opportunity, or are we giving them too much? In this episode of Equipped To Be, I'm tackling the rising concern that parents quietly wrestle with: Are my kids overscheduled? From soccer games to music lessons, from tutoring to youth group, it's easy to believe that more activities equal success. But what if a jam-packed calendar is doing more harm than good? You'll learn the hidden signs that your child might be stretched too thin, how overscheduling impacts their mental and emotional health, and why free play is more powerful than we realize. You'll...
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7 Reasons Parents Are Choosing Gentle Parenting - 269
Parenting and Homeschool advice - Equipped To Be with Connie Albers
Have you ever thought, "I don't want to parent the way I was parented, but I don't know what the alternative looks like?" You're not alone. While there are several parenting models out there, Gentle Parenting is gaining popularity. In this episode, I'm unpacking the Gentle Parenting movement: what it is, why so many parents are drawn to it, and how it aligns with biblical principles of shepherding a child's heart. It's not about: Permissive parenting. Avoiding discipline. It's about how we discipline: empathy and long-term relationships in mind A heart posture...
info_outlineParenting with AI? What AI tools can, and can't, do in making parenting decisions!
In this eye-opening episode of Equipped To Be, I'm explaining the growing trend of moms and dads using AI tools like ChatGPT for parenting advice, emotional support, and even discipline strategies. It's fast, convenient, and always available. But at what cost?
I'm sharing the real research behind this growing trend, what experts are applauding, and what they are sounding the alarm about. From easing the mental load to concerns about over-reliance, misinformation, and emotional detachment, this episode doesn't shy away from hard questions parents must consider.
If you've ever asked AI to write a bedtime story, a behavior fix, or a meal plan, this one is for you. Because the tools we use to parent matter.
Tune in:
- What are parents turning to AI for help?
- The surprising way AI can help with stress, routine, and connection with your child
- What researchers warn about emotional dependency and trust
- How to use AI without losing your own voice
- Not replacing God's advice with ChatGPT's advice
This show will challenge how you think about parenting in a digital age.
Read the full show notes with links here: Is AI the New Parenting Expert?
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