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Do you want to strengthen your family relationships? Join Michelle for quick prompts that will help focus your mind and heart on finding joy in the simple moments of family life.

Episode 276: Cross Country Meets Real Life 12/03/2024

Episode 276: Cross Country Meets Real Life Our circumstances aren't always great, but we can work in the messes and keep moving forward. If you've got a cross country runner or love to run, then you'll want to listen. And if you're not, you'll still want to listen. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/34144621

Episode 274: Talking to Our Kids About Scary World Events 10/13/2023

Episode 274: Talking to Our Kids About Scary World Events Talking to our kids about scary world events can be overwhelming as a parent. Listen in to this episode for a 3 step framework you can use to guide you in tough conversations. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/28305353

Episode 273: Let Go Of What's Not Working 09/29/2023

Episode 273: Let Go Of What's Not Working If a parenting tool isn't serving you, let go! Set it aside and try something new. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/28181054

Episode 272: Make Small Changes Now 07/06/2023

Episode 272: Make Small Changes Now Don't wait until your problems become so big to start trying new ideas. Start now, when small changes can make a big impact. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/27382905

Episode 271: Curiosity Makes for Powerful Questions 06/28/2023

Episode 271: Curiosity Makes for Powerful Questions We all ask questions as parents, but do you know the difference between a question full of curiosity versus fix-it, frustration, and fear? Listen in to hear the difference. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/27316926

Episode 270: Feeling Stuck Making a Decision? 06/12/2023

Episode 270: Feeling Stuck Making a Decision? If you find yourself surveying the crowd or feel stuck making a deicison, here's another option for you. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/27130809

Episode 269: You Didn't Overreact. Now What!? 06/09/2023

Episode 269: You Didn't Overreact. Now What!? You are awesome and didn't overreact or lose your cool. Nicely Done! So now what!? Listen in to this episode for some next steps when you have a kiddo who comes at you with BIG emotion. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/27095820

Episode 268: Validating a Child Isn't Weak 06/02/2023

Episode 268: Validating a Child Isn't Weak Parents often think validating a child means they are weak or giving in, but that's no the case. In this episode I'm sharing a story about our dog that reminded us of what true validation looks like. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/27021900

Episode 267: Pulling Weeds vs. Planting Seeds 05/26/2023

Episode 267: Pulling Weeds vs. Planting Seeds In this epiode we talk about the difference between pulling weeds and planting seeds in family relationships. Where are you spending most of your time, and is it paying off? Find Michelle on Instagram @buildfamilyconnection Website: www.buildfamilyconnection.com /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26963808

Episode 266: There is More Than One Path To Success 05/23/2023

Episode 266: There is More Than One Path To Success Contrary to popular belief, there is more than one path to success for our kids. Each one of them is unique and will not fit into the same mold despite our best efforts! Stop comparing your kiddo to your neighbors and be the light that helps them find their own path to success. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26922852

Episode 265:Do You Know How Good You Are? 05/15/2023

Episode 265:Do You Know How Good You Are? When was the last time you stopped to think about how good you are? It's probably been a while. Even when you mess up, you are GOOD. And, your family needs this imperfect version of you-- not some idealic, perfect, wannabe creation that you carry around in your head. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26845494

Episode 264: Quit Trying to Build Relationships By Doing the Same Old Thing 05/08/2023

Episode 264: Quit Trying to Build Relationships By Doing the Same Old Thing If you aren't happy with where your family relationships are, then quit trying the same things over and over again. Listen in and get thinking about finding yourself you a better way. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26782521

Episode 263: May Is a Month of Transition 05/02/2023

Episode 263: May Is a Month of Transition The month of May is often a month of transition for families. In this episode, we talk about three things you can do to help smooth transitions of all sorts. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26720361

Episode 262: I Don't Want to Be Forced 04/27/2023

Episode 262: I Don't Want to Be Forced Kids and teens want to do well in their lives. You've taught them about goodness and they want to be on a good path. They don't want to be forced there. This episode is about the invitation versus the demand. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26635881

Episode 261: When Big Stuff Gets Dumped On You 04/24/2023

Episode 261: When Big Stuff Gets Dumped On You When I was teaching last week a mom shared the idea of hot potato moments. This reframe is a great way to ease the stress of those times when our kids unexpectedly dump big information or events on us. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26635779

Episode 260: Is Your Lip Caught in a Zipper? 04/13/2023

Episode 260: Is Your Lip Caught in a Zipper? Mom, my lip is stuck in my zipper. WHAT!? Listen in for a great example of how we sometimes tackle hard problems. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26532387

Episode 259: Teach Your Kids With Pop Culture 04/07/2023

Episode 259: Teach Your Kids With Pop Culture Tired of getting blank stares when you try to share a valuable life lesson? Use pop culture or whatever tredn matters to your kids. In this episode I share a recent family experience and how we used it to guide value driven family discussions. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26479656

Episode 258: Come Meet Little Bear 03/21/2023

Episode 258: Come Meet Little Bear In this episode I share the background behind my new children's book "Little Bear's Re-Do," and how it can impact your family. To Order Your Copy: www.buildfamilyconnection.com/little-bear-book /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26290275

Episode 247: Siblings Fight 03/16/2023

Episode 247: Siblings Fight Stop trying to make your kids stop fighting. Use your enegry to make true progress instead. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26254323

Episode 256: Getting Lost in the Weeds 03/13/2023

Episode 256: Getting Lost in the Weeds Do you ever get lost in the weeds of parenting and wonder if there is any progress? I'm here to tell you pulling the small weeds counts! /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26218527

Episode 255: Love vs Consequences 03/06/2023

Episode 255: Love vs Consequences Do we need love or do we need consequences? Is it one or the other? Maybe there is another possibility and we are talking about it in this episode. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26144925

Episode 254: Are You Believing the Parenting Lies? 02/28/2023

Episode 254: Are You Believing the Parenting Lies? As parents we have been sold lies that get in the way of us moving forward as families and recognizing progress in our kids. Listen in and see if you have been led in astray. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26082030

Episode 253: Are We Blind To Our Part? 02/24/2023

Episode 253: Are We Blind To Our Part? I crawled into bed the other night irritated and done with one of my kids. Here's what I learned. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/26029941

Episode 251: Facing Uncertainty As a Family, Part 2 with Erika Behunin, LCSW 02/20/2023

Episode 251: Facing Uncertainty As a Family, Part 2 with Erika Behunin, LCSW Join Erika and I as we talk about the wide range of emotions you experience during times of uncertainty and how to navigate them. You can find Erika on Instagram @erikabehunin Her website is www.erikascounseling.com /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25915890

Episode 250: Facing Uncertainty as a Family with Guest Erika Behunin, LCSW 02/16/2023

Episode 250: Facing Uncertainty as a Family with Guest Erika Behunin, LCSW Join me and Erika as we talk about the skills you can develop to face uncertainty as a family. Part 1 of 2. You can find Erika on IG: @erikabehunin Erika's Website: erikascounseling.com /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25915851

Episode 249: Using Photos and Memories for Connection 02/13/2023

Episode 249: Using Photos and Memories for Connection When was the last time you spent time scrolling through your camera roll? In this episdoe we talk about how to use those photos and videos to strengthen your relationships. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25914153

Episode 247: The THIEF of "SHOULD" 02/06/2023

Episode 247: The THIEF of "SHOULD" In this episode we are talking about how the idea of "should" can blur our vision and hamper our steps towards progress. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25847352

Episode 246: Different Kid, Different Needs, Same Parent 01/26/2023

Episode 246: Different Kid, Different Needs, Same Parent Have you ever tried to approach a family member in a way that is usually successful, but it just doesn't work? Well, you're not alone. Today's episode is a quick note to self to keep trying when things don't seem to work in the way you expected. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25739487

Episode 245: Intentional Recovery Time 01/18/2023

Episode 245: Intentional Recovery Time Let's talk about intentional recovery time. When you are exhausted, overstimulated, stressed, or simply done with a bad day, do you have a plan to recover? /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25639320

Episode 244: Look At What You've Done 01/09/2023

Episode 244: Look At What You've Done "Look at what you've done!" Often we use this phrase in frustration, but let's stop and put it into practice as parents as we start this new year. /episode/index/show/buildfamilyconnection/id/25547703

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