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Does life feel too complex, perhaps even chaotic, at times? As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "simplicity," and why it's important to take inventory over what is exhausting you.In this episode we talk about:•Identifying the areas of your life that feel more complicated than they need to be. •The correlation between added layers of complexity and added layers of anxiety•Even paying attention to how the things in your physical space are making you feel emotionally heavy•Ways your schedule might be overloaded•Practical ways to simplify your lifestyle as a family in a way that brings lifeWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/25-days-of-the-christmas-story-P005829480For more insight on cultivating "simplicity" in your home, purchase a copy of the Famous at Home book here:https://amzn.to/3y1jJFz

Does life feel too complex, perhaps even chaotic, at times? As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "simplicity," and why it's important to take inventory over what is exhausting you.In this episode we talk about:•Identifying the areas of your life that feel more complicated than they need to be. •The correlation between added layers of complexity and added layers of anxiety•Even paying attention to how the things in your physical space are making you feel emotionally heavy•Ways your schedule might be overloaded•Practical ways to simplify your lifestyle as a family in a way that brings lifeWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/25-days-of-the-christmas-story-P005829480For more insight on cultivating "simplicity" in your home, purchase a copy of the Famous at Home book here:https://amzn.to/3y1jJFz Discover more Christian po

As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "discipline," and why it's the "end all be all" for your family, but not for your kids. We also talk about why it's important to cultivate grace and truth as you lead your family.In this episode we talk about:- The transfer of self-discipline in our relationships as a means of experiencing true freedom- Walking the road of balance and following your family's specific convictions as a continual everyday process- Ways to be gentle with yourself and show grace when you get it wrong- How to teach your kids to love discipline and understand why it's importantWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://www.lifeway.com/en/product/25-days-of-the-christmas-story-P005829480Order a copy of the Famous at Home bookhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzJoin the MyKidsEQ Ambassador Coaching Programhttps://www.famousat

As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "discipline," and why it's the "end all be all" for your family, but not for your kids. We also talk about why it's important to cultivate grace and truth as you lead your family.In this episode we talk about:- The transfer of self-discipline in our relationships as a means of experiencing true freedom- Walking the road of balance and following your family's specific convictions as a continual everyday process- Ways to be gentle with yourself and show grace when you get it wrong- How to teach your kids to love discipline and understand why it's importantWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://www.lifeway.com/en/product/25-days-of-the-christmas-story-P005829480Order a copy of the Famous at Home bookhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzJoin the MyKidsEQ Ambassador Coaching Programhttps://www.famousat

As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "attunement," and why it's important for your spouse and kids to "feel seen" in their relationship with you. We define the word "attunement" and talk about why we should seek consistency, not perfection.In this episode we talk about:- Giving our kids the tools to communicate what they need when they don't feel seen or heard- What it means to have an "Oh, there you are" attitude when you walk into a room- Ways to attune to your spouse's needs when you feel a disconnect- The correlation between having compassion and empathy for yourself and your kids having it for othersWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://amzn.to/3DfMmBCOrder a copy of the Famous at Home bookhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzOrder a copy of Abba's Child by Brennan Manninghttps://amzn.to/3EklnFkJoin the MyKidsEQ Ambassador Coac

As we continue our series, Words that Matter for Your Family, this week we talk about the word "attunement," and why it's important for your spouse and kids to "feel seen" in their relationship with you. We define the word "attunement" and talk about why we should seek consistency, not perfection.In this episode we talk about:- Giving our kids the tools to communicate what they need when they don't feel seen or heard- What it means to have an "Oh, there you are" attitude when you walk into a room- Ways to attune to your spouse's needs when you feel a disconnect- The correlation between having compassion and empathy for yourself and your kids having it for othersWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@FamousatHomepodcastShow Notes:Order a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://amzn.to/3DfMmBCOrder a copy of the Famous at Home bookhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzOrder a copy of Abba's Child by Brennan Manninghttps://amzn.to/3EklnFkJoin the MyKidsEQ Ambassador Coac

This week, we kick off a brand new series called Words that Matter for Your Family. For the next few weeks we'll be talking about words that better help us show up for our spouse and kids. To begin, we start by talking about the word "safety," what it is and how we cultivate it. In this episode Josh and Christi talk about:- How to pursue your spouse's heart using emotional vocabulary- The way relational warmth wires your child's brain for relationships- Why posture is more important than technique in parenting- How to calm your child's brain when they are in the midst of fight, flight, or freeze- Ways to focus on who you are becoming as an adultShow Notes:Order a copy of Josh’s book Safe House:https://amzn.to/3td9hJfSign up for the MyKid’sEQ Ambassador Coaching Program:https://www.mykidseq.comOrder a copy of What Am I Feeling? by Josh and Christi:https://amzn.to/3boHOymOrder a copy of What Do I Do With Worry? by Josh and Christi:https://amzn.to/3OwgxZJOrder the Famous at Home book by Josh and Christi:https://

This week, we kick off a brand new series called Words that Matter for Your Family. For the next few weeks we'll be talking about words that better help us show up for our spouse and kids. To begin, we start by talking about the word "safety," what it is and how we cultivate it. In this episode Josh and Christi talk about:- How to pursue your spouse's heart using emotional vocabulary- The way relational warmth wires your child's brain for relationships- Why posture is more important than technique in parenting- How to calm your child's brain when they are in the midst of fight, flight, or freeze- Ways to focus on who you are becoming as an adultShow Notes:Order a copy of Josh’s book Safe House:https://amzn.to/3td9hJfSign up for the MyKid’sEQ Ambassador Coaching Program:https://www.mykidseq.comOrder a copy of What Am I Feeling? by Josh and Christi:https://amzn.to/3boHOymOrder a copy of What Do I Do With Worry? by Josh and Christi:https://amzn.to/3OwgxZJOrder the Famous at Home book by Josh and Christi:https://

Have you ever given thought to how your "household" is being defined? The direction it's heading? Or the connectedness you feel to one another? In this episode, we talk about the meaning of the word "household" and how it applies to your family.We talk about:Why it's important to be curious, not intimidated by uncomfortable emotions.How to let go of "the chase" and refocus on nurturing your marriage and your kids.How to embrace your family's uniqueness.How to become a family of creators, not consumers.Show Notes:Famous at Home: 7 Decisions to Put Your Family Center Stage in a World Competing for YourTime, Attention, and Identity by Dr. Josh and Christi Straubhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzThe Household and the War for the Cosmos by C.R. Wileyhttps://amzn.to/3DCMoDw25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://amzn.to/3DfMmBCWatch this episode on YouTube.https://youtu.be/u5MpwZYmW8s

Have you ever given thought to how your "household" is being defined? The direction it's heading? Or the connectedness you feel to one another? In this episode, we talk about the meaning of the word "household" and how it applies to your family.We talk about:Why it's important to be curious, not intimidated by uncomfortable emotions.How to let go of "the chase" and refocus on nurturing your marriage and your kids.How to embrace your family's uniqueness.How to become a family of creators, not consumers.Show Notes:Famous at Home: 7 Decisions to Put Your Family Center Stage in a World Competing for YourTime, Attention, and Identity by Dr. Josh and Christi Straubhttps://amzn.to/3y1jJFzThe Household and the War for the Cosmos by C.R. Wileyhttps://amzn.to/3DCMoDw25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experiencehttps://amzn.to/3DfMmBCWatch this episode on YouTube.https://youtu.be/u5MpwZYmW8s Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio

Alright, friends! We have some exciting new updates for you about the podcast and Famous at Home. If you're a regular family member of the podcast, you'll want to hear these new updates. Also, do you know those moments when life feels fragmented? When it just feels like everyone is going in their own direction? How do you recalibrate as a family? What is it that reconnects your family at the heart level? In this episode, Josh talks about recalibrating your family and also shares what he and Christi and his family are doing to recalibrate right now.Josh talks about:* What to do when your family feels disconnected* Resources and activities that have brought the Straub family together* How parenting and spiritual growth are not mutually exclusive, but deeply interconnectedShow Notes:Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.famousathome.comStay up to date on MyKidsEQ: www.mykidseq.comCoaching with Josh and Christi: https://www.famousathome.com/coachingOrder a copy of 25 Days of the Christmas Story: https://amzn.to

If you're a parent, you've likely felt overworked, overwhelmed, and unsuccessful. Maybe you feel that way now? Perhaps home even feels chaotic. What if there was a system that helped you take control over your roles and time at home? Where you could move from chaotic to confident, and ultimately, more present. In this episode, Josh and Christi talk with Rebekah Scott, wife, mom of four, business owner, and podcaster about practical ways to move from chaos to confident as a parent.They talk about:* The 4 systems to living a life filled with joy and purpose* How to navigate a relational presence in the home* Ways to prioritize meals, find time for yourself, work, and still be present with your familyWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k869kzrEmw0Show Notes:Leave the Famous at Home book a review: https://amzn.to/3h2HpohListen to the Encourager Podcast: https://encouragerpodcast.com/Learn about the Encourager Academy: https://encouragerpodcast.com/products/encourager-academyShop Re

How do you get on the same page as your spouse when it comes to money? Is it possible to simplify your money life? In this episode, Josh and Christi talk with Bob and Linda Lotich, founders of SeedTime, about their new book Simple Money, Rich Life and how to create a clear plan for achieving your financial goals.They talk about:* Ways to become more unified in your marriage around money* The one-category budget: Get 80% of the results with 20% of the work* How to use money as a tool to fulfill what God has called you to do* How to make giving funWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEAkiwvJA6c&t=2sShow Notes:Order a copy of Simple Money, Rich Life: https://amzn.to/3sRIphE

What is emotional safety? And how do you cultivate an emotionally safe marriage? In this episode, Josh and Christi talk about elephants in marriage and how to be your true self in hard conversations with your spouse.They talk about:* Approaching conversations in love rather than fear* Having an "us against the world" mindset* How to talk to your spouse about feeling emotionally safeShow Notes:Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU2TYVNwpVIOrder a copy of the Famous at Home book: https://www.famousathome.com/bookGo back and listen to our "Sex Makes Everything Better" episode with Laura Dugger: https://apple.co/3gRybLlMarriage Coaching with Josh and Christi: https://www.famousathome.com/coaching

In this episode, Josh and Christi talk about practical game changers that have helped level up their own marriage. They use a recent national survey on the biggest issues couples argue about to help you apply these game changers to how you communicate in marriage. Can you guess the #1 issue couples argue about more than any other topic? Listen in to find out.Here are a couple key takeaways:* Why communication is overrated and the game changer that really matters* How to cut through your normal "dance"* The key factor to high marital satisfaction* Game changers that increase intimacy and connectionWatch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fg7WuNxZPK8PS. We want to know YOUR game changers. Comment on Instagram or Youtube for what's worked for you!Show Notes:Order a copy of the Famous at Home book! https://www.famousathome.com/bookLeave a review for the Famous at Home book: https://amzn.to/3h2HpohIndividual + Marriage Coaching Intensives with Josh and Christi: https://www.famousathome.c

What does it mean to be a "successful" parent? And what does it mean to raise "successful" kids? Though the world has one definition for this term, we talk to a mom (and grandma) this week who is on the other side of the trenches, having successfully raised her seven kids in every sense of the word.Helen Smallbone is a co-founder of MUMlife Community and a podcast host with AccessMore, as well as a mom of Grammy Award-winning artists: Rebecca St. James and FOR KING + COUNTRY. In this episode, we talk with Helen about her new book Behind the Lights: The Extraordinary Adventure of a Mum and Her Family, and what her journey looked like behind the scenes of instilling faith in seven children. We talk to her about:* How to go deeper in conversations with your kids and find the "why" behind their actions* Ways to prioritize self-care and solitude as a parent * Strategies Helen used to handle sibling rivalry in her home* The weight of pointing our kids to Jesus* The power of simply asking God for helpWatch this epis

Since outbursts and sullenness are common in boys, it's easy to assume that's just how boys are and they will eventually grow out of it. But what if we understood the reasons behind their meltdowns or aloofness? What if there were tools that could help boys build an emotionally strong foundation? In this episode, Josh and Christi talk with their dear friend, David Thomas, LMSW, author, and Director of Family Counseling at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN, about his new book Raising Emotionally Strong Boys.Here are some highlights:- Practical ways to help your son be resourceful, aware, resilient, and empathetic- How we can help our boys problem solve in the midst of their self-pity- Strategies to help boys discover a middle ground between shame and blame- How to narrate your own navigation strategies in real time with your kids Shownotes: Get a copy of Emotionally Strong Boyshttps://amzn.to/3QxWWITCheck out the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast: https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/l...Order What Do I Do with

The world puts a lot of goodies in front of us as parents, enticing activities, gadgets, and toys, to give our kids a so-called "advantage." But do the masses really know what our kids need to thrive? If so, why are we facing an epidemic of anxiety today in kids? In this episode, Josh and Christi talk about what research shows really gives kids an "advantage" and how they're trying to implement it in their own home. Here are some highlights:- How to build pillars of resilience at home for your kids- What it means to connect with your inner child and reclaim that child in your everyday life- The effect screen time has, not only the way you show up for your kids, but the way they show up for you too- How to incorporate emotional vocabulary in your home and why it matters- Helpful ways to create a rule of life/liturgy in your homeWatch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m33lWz4qCgcShow Notes: Get the FREE downloadable worksheet from the Famous at Home book: www.famousathome.com/book

It's quite amazing our tendency to grow comfortable with the busyness of life where shouldering daily burdens on our own and trying to manage control of everything and everyone around us is our responsibility. No wonder we feel lonely and defeated. Yet, it was never intended to be this way. In this episode, we talk with Max Lucado, senior pastor of Oak Hills Church of San Antonio, Texas, and best-selling author about the Holy Spirit, who Jesus gave us to be our helper and guide. Pastor Max talks with us about his new book, Help Is Here: Finding FRESH STRENGTH and PURPOSE in the POWER of the Holy Spirit.The three of us talk about:* Each of our own journeys in understanding the desperate need we have for the Holy Spirit* Three powerful, yet simple words to speak out loud every morning* The Holy Spirit's role as two metaphors: intercessor and seal* The practical ways to invite the Holy Spirit into your day-to-day life as a familyWatch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4yiPOp0rmcShow Note

At Famous at Home, we believe raising great kids is about who we're becoming. But focusing on our inner lives as parents can be difficult, especially when regret, hurt, and fear weigh us down and influence how we show up for our kids. In this episode, Josh sits down with Scott Sauls, senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church of Nashville. Pastor Scott talks with us this week about his new book, Beautiful People Don't Just Happen: How God Redeems Regret, Hurt, and Fear in the Making of Better Humans.Josh and Scott talk about:* The correlation between your willingness to submit to the Lord's discipline and your kid's willingness to submit to your discipline* Ways to be kind and patient with yourself as you grow* Two of the greatest gifts you can give your children* Finding people you can be transparent withWatch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-0hX0ouvjsShow Notes: ORDER A COPY OF BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE DON'T JUST HAPPEN: https://amzn.to/3wbTGva