Making Hesstory

• Ep 50 | When Parenting Becomes a Competition, Everyone Loses

  Matthew 12:25 —“...a house divided against itself will not stand.”In this episode, Brian and Katie explore what division looks like in parenting—from “good cop / bad cop” roles to decisions made behind each other’s backs. Whether it’s driven by insecurity, resentment, or different parenting styles, disunity sends the wrong message to your kids.You’ll learn why unity matters, how to handle disagreements without undermining each other, and why parenting needs to be a team effort.Want to connect with us? Use the links below to find us on social media, send us an email, buy our books, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter!Order our books: https://makinghesstory.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/makinghesstory/Send us an email: [email protected]: http://www.makinghesstory.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550195135910Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingHesstory

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• Ep 49 | Are We Blaming Our Kids for Our Own Immaturity?

  "Kids will be kids," as they say — immature, loud, defiant, and sometimes downright disrespectful. But what if their behavior — especially the frustrating kind — is actually an attempt to communicate something deeper?In this episode, Brian and Katie consider the normalcy and nature of childhood immaturity and challenge parents to take responsibility for their own emotional responses. Rather than reacting with frustration or demanding a level of maturity from our kids that we haven’t yet modeled ourselves, what if we saw these moments as invitations for our own continued growth?Want to connect with us? Use the links below to find us on social media, send us an email, buy our books, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter!Order our books: https://makinghesstory.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/makinghesstory/Send us an email: [email protected]: http://www.makinghesstory.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550195135910Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingHesstory

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• Ep 48 | What the Garden of Eden Teaches Us About Parenting

  Have you ever wondered why God created both the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? In this episode, we explore the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis, and take a biblical look at God’s design for relationship, freedom, and the human will—and how it all connects to the way we lead and love our kids.You’ll learn:Why the existence of love requires the freedom to make a choiceThe deeper meaning behind the two trees in the Garden of EdenHow God parents us through love, not forceWhy true obedience only grows in the soil of connectionWant to connect with us? Use the links below to find us on social media, send us an email, buy our books, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter!Order our books: https://makinghesstory.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/makinghesstory/Send us an email: [email protected]: http://www.makinghesstory.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550195135910Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingHesstory

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• Ep 47 | How to Have Your Kids’ Attention, Respect, and Cooperation (Without Using Force)

  Why do kids push back, resist, or seem downright defiant when we try to get them to obey? In this episode, we explore the concept of counterwill—the instinctive resistance to being controlled—and how it plays a critical role in your child's development, autonomy, and attachment.You’ll learn:Why coercion and manipulation often backfire in parentingHow healthy attachment creates true influenceWhat to do when your child resists—even over simple thingsThe difference between power and leveragePractical ways to gain your child’s attention, respect, and cooperation without bribes, punishments, or power strugglesIf you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of conflict, this episode will help you shift from control to connection—and rediscover the real power of relationship-based parenting.Want to connect with us? Use the links below to find us on social media, send us an email, buy our books, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter!Order our books: https://makinghesstory.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/makinghesstory/Send us an email: [email protected]: http://www.makinghesstory.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550195135910Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingHesstory

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• Ep 46 | How Words Shape Our Brains and Bonds

  Words have power — not just emotionally, but neurologically. In this episode, we explore how the words we use impacts brain development, emotional connection, and relational safety. Whether you're a parent, spouse, educator, or friend, understanding the science of words can transform how you communicate and connect.In this episode we covered:The forming of neural pathwaysHow words affect our relational connectionHow to repair relational bonds when our words are damagingWhy our day-to-day language matters more than we thinkWant to connect with us? Use the links below to find us on social media, send us an email, buy our books, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter!Order our books: https://makinghesstory.com/shopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/makinghesstory/Send us an email: [email protected]: http://www.makinghesstory.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550195135910Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingHesstory

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