Shawni Pothier

I have admired Shawni's parenting from afar as I've read her blog 71Toes.com for many years. She is just about 3 years ahead of me in this parenting gig, and I felt inspired seeing how she mothered just a few steps ahead of me.  I was so delighted to hear her words of encouragement for teens, words she hopes her kids will know before leaving the home and under her roof. She came up with a list of 5 all encompassing hopes for her kids, which I loved hearing her thoughts. For more on my thoughts, I shared about Episode 41 of 10 things I want my kids to know.  If you are new around here, I encourage you to scroll and listen to past episode, and join the teen topic discussions on Instagram: @KristenDukeChats

I have admired Shawni's parenting from afar as I've read her blog <a href="https://71toes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">71Toes.com</a> for many years. She is just about 3 years ahead of me in this parenting gig, and I felt inspired seeing how she mothered just a few steps ahead of me.  I was so delighted to hear her words of encouragement for teens, words she hopes her kids will know before leaving the home and under her roof. She came up with a list of 5 all encompassing hopes for her kids, which I loved hearing her thoughts. For more on my thoughts, I shared about Episode 41 of 10 things I want my kids to know.  If you are new around here, I encourage you to scroll and listen to past episode, and join the teen topic discussions on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a>

#101 Moms Words of Encouragement: Shawni Pothier

Episode #100!!!! I'm so excited to introduce you to my high school best friend, Natalie. We met right after my 14th birthday, the week I moved from Louisiana to Texas about to begin my freshman year of high school. We had so much fun during our teen years, and you'll hear us talk about the good, the crazy, our parents, and then of course how all of that has affected how we parent our teens. One of my favorite quotes from Natalie in this episode:  "Worry is a wast of imagination. I'd like to imagine the best case scenario."  I invite you all to do that. Imagine the best. AMAZON is our ever present podcast sponsor, shop through my link for anything you may purchase there.  Come share on Instagram (@KristenDukeChats) your thoughts after listening, and TAG your high school bestie! If you missed any previous episodes, check them out! The first year I was really good and writing a blog post sharing a summary here on the home page Beyond Good Intentions Podcast. Email me if you've listened to all 100 episodes!

Episode #100!!!! I'm so excited to introduce you to my high school best friend, Natalie. We met right after my 14th birthday, the week I moved from Louisiana to Texas about to begin my freshman year of high school. We had so much fun during our teen years, and you'll hear us talk about the good, the crazy, our parents, and then of course how all of that has affected how we parent our teens. One of my favorite quotes from Natalie in this episode:  "Worry is a wast of imagination. I'd like to imagine the best case scenario."  I invite you all to do that. Imagine the best. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON</a> is our ever present podcast sponsor, shop through my link for anything you may purchase there.  Come share on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a>) your thoughts after listening, and TAG your high school bestie! If you missed any previous episodes, check them out! The first year I was really good and writing a blog post sharing a summary here on the home page <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions Podcast</a>. Email me if you've listened to all 100 episodes!

#100 My High School Best Friend Natalie

Katie Hughes

In March, we talked all about TEENS and FRIENDS. Friends are SO important for teenagers, and as parents, we often run this challenge about how to navigate friendships we are concerned about, as well as how to help them make friends. If you missed episode #98 with Dr. Justin Coulson about toxic friendships, I encourage you to LISTEN!  But with Katie, she moved with teens, and is in the trenches of helping her kids adjust, and I REALLY wanted to pick her brain, as I knew it was likely in our family future, and as I type this in May (when the interview was in February) we now know we ARE in fact moving, and helping my girls with friendships is high priority for me. So many wisdom nuggets, even if you aren't moving. Katie is an intentional mom, and I've gleaned so much from watching her share insights over the years.  After you listen, check out these links!  Find Katie on Instagram: @TheHughesHouse Find her daughters account: @postingthepositive Link to love language quiz for teens My AMAZON store favorites Come chat about this on IG! @KristenDukeChats  If you haven't yet, leave an iTunes review!!!

In March, we talked all about TEENS and FRIENDS. Friends are SO important for teenagers, and as parents, we often run this challenge about how to navigate friendships we are concerned about, as well as how to help them make friends. If you missed episode #98 with Dr. Justin Coulson about toxic friendships, I encourage you to LISTEN! But with Katie, she moved with teens, and is in the trenches of helping her kids adjust, and I REALLY wanted to pick her brain, as I knew it was likely in our family future, and as I type this in May (when the interview was in February) we now know we ARE in fact moving, and helping my girls with friendships is high priority for me. So many wisdom nuggets, even if you aren't moving. Katie is an intentional mom, and I've gleaned so much from watching her share insights over the years.  After you listen, check out these links! <ul> <li>Find Katie on Instagram: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehugheshouse/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheHughesHouse</a></li> <li>Find her daughters account: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/postingthepositive/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">postingthepositive</a></li> <li><a href="https://kristenduke.com/love-languages-for-teens/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Link to love language quiz for teens</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My AMAZON store favorites</a></li> <li>Come chat about this on IG! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a></li> </ul> If you haven't yet, leave an iTunes review!!!

#099 Moving Teens with Katie Hughes

Justin Coulson

My friends, I've declared this episode among my top 10 favorites in my two years of podcasting. So many wisdom nuggets on information, it's worth the 1 hour listen! Dr. Coulson not only shares some gems about how to help our teens with toxic friends, but it applies to so many relationships as well.  You can find @DrJustinCoulson on Instagram and JustinCoulson.com And his book Miss-Connection on Amazon (kindle best in the US). I'd LOVE if you can leave an iTunes review! Shopping through our AMAZON Store link helps support this podcast.  Join the weekly discussions at @KristenDukeChats

My friends, I've declared this episode among my top 10 favorites in my two years of podcasting. So many wisdom nuggets on information, it's worth the 1 hour listen! Dr. Coulson not only shares some gems about how to help our teens with toxic friends, but it applies to so many relationships as well.  You can find <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjustincoulson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@DrJustinCoulson</a> on Instagram and <a href="https://www.justincoulson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JustinCoulson.com</a> And his book <a href="https://amzn.to/2U8zyXh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miss-Connection on Amazon</a> (kindle best in the US). I'd LOVE if you can leave an iTunes review! Shopping through our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON Store link</a> helps support this podcast.  Join the weekly discussions at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a>

#098 Toxic Friends with Dr. Justin Coulson

Vanessa Quigley

This episode is full of little tidbits about how we can help our teens be a better friends and make good friends. LISTEN and SHARE, and leave an iTunes review if you felt inspired!  You can find Vanessa on IG at @VanessaQuigley If you aren't already following @Chatbooks, do that! Study on pictures: Printed photos = Stronger Families. MomForce Podcast episode about  strengthening families through the printed photos. My  CHATBOOKS DIY BOOKSHELF.  Visit our AMAZON store as the official sponsor of this podcast. 

This episode is full of little tidbits about how we can help our teens be a better friends and make good friends. LISTEN and SHARE, and leave an iTunes review if you felt inspired! <ul> <li>You can find Vanessa on IG at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vanessaquigley/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@VanessaQuigley</a></li> <li>If you aren't already following <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chatbooks/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Chatbooks</a>, do that!</li> <li>Study on pictures: <a href="https://chatbooks.com/printed-photo-highlights" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Printed photos = Stronger Families</a>.</li> <li>MomForce Podcast episode about <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-momforce-podcast-by-chatbooks/id1464755075?i=1000451030748" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> strengthening families through the printed photos</a>.</li> <li>My <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/ikea-spice-rack-hack-into-bookshelf/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> CHATBOOKS DIY BOOKSHELF</a>. </li> <li>Visit <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our AMAZON store</a> as the official sponsor of this podcast.</li> </ul>

#097 Teens + Friends with Vanessa Quigley

My teen friends--have you talked to your parents about sex? I mean, beyond the birds and the bees of "how babies are made?" I would expect that most of you haven't, but if you have...yay! I'm giving you MY thoughts on the sex talk, as if you were my teenagers.  With that, I encourage you to TALK TO YOUR PARENTS! Ask them questions, invite them into your world of curiosity. My hope is that they will be honest and forthcoming and open with you.  This is a jumping off of my Teens+Sex chat on the Beyond Good Intentions podcast #96 if you want to share that with your parents. It's got 20 questions to chat about.  Email or DM me on Instagram at @FistBump.Podcast SHOP the AMAZON STORE to support  Thank you for sharing with friends the episodes! 

My teen friends--have you talked to your parents about sex? I mean, beyond the birds and the bees of "how babies are made?" I would expect that most of you haven't, but if you have...yay! I'm giving you MY thoughts on the sex talk, as if you were my teenagers.  With that, I encourage you to TALK TO YOUR PARENTS! Ask them questions, invite them into your world of curiosity. My hope is that they will be honest and forthcoming and open with you.  This is a jumping off of my <a href="https://kristenduke.com/talking-to-your-teen-about-sex/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teens+Sex chat on the Beyond Good Intentions podcast #96</a> if you want to share that with your parents. It's got 20 questions to chat about. <ul> <li>Email or DM me on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fistbump.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@FistBump.Podcast</a></li> <li>SHOP the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON STORE</a> to support </li> <li>Thank you for sharing with friends the episodes!</li> </ul>

#038 Sex Talk

Kristen B

I'm happy my guest @KristinBHodson is here to help us know how to best have sex talk with teens. No longer is it enough to have "the talk" just once, it should be an ongoing discussion with 1,000 1 minute conversations, Kristin says. Kristin runs a practice in Salt Lake City called @TheHealingGroup and is also a professor at the University of Utah. As often happens, I ended up falling into the therapy chair to discuss my experience on the topic, and Kristin weighs in.  I wrote a summary blog post with 20 questions to ask your teens, click on the link to grab those! You will surely walk away from this listen with your mind expanded.  Support this podcast by shopping Amazon through our Amazon Store. Leave an iTunes review about your experience listening to any episode! SHARE this with your friends and discuss together. Join the community discussion over at @KristenDukeChats 

I'm happy my guest <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristinbhodson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristinBHodson</a> is here to help us know how to best have sex talk with teens. No longer is it enough to have "the talk" just once, it should be an ongoing discussion with 1,000 1 minute conversations, Kristin says. Kristin runs a practice in Salt Lake City called <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehealinggroup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@TheHealingGroup</a> and is also a professor at the University of Utah. As often happens, I ended up falling into the therapy chair to discuss my experience on the topic, and Kristin weighs in.  I wrote a <a href="https://kristenduke.com/talking-to-your-teen-about-sex/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">summary blog post with 20 questions</a> to ask your teens, click on the link to grab those! You will surely walk away from this listen with your mind expanded. <ul> <li>Support this podcast by shopping Amazon through <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our Amazon Store</a>.</li> <li>Leave an iTunes review about your experience listening to any episode!</li> <li>SHARE this with your friends and discuss together.</li> <li>Join the community discussion over at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a></li> </ul>

#096 Sex Talk with Kristen B Hodson

This interview with Wendy about her son Erik coming out as gay is heartwarming. She helps me understand the difference between cisgender (new word for me!) and transgender. Listen and share with any mama warriors out there that could use some support. Check out our favorite family items and shop in our AMAZON store. I'd love if you left an iTunes review! Continue the weekly discussion over on Instagram at @KristenDukeChats Send Wendy a personal note of gratitude at @WendyvonSosen Sign up for the weekly Newsletter from KristenDuke.com here.

This interview with Wendy about her son Erik coming out as gay is heartwarming. She helps me understand the difference between cisgender (new word for me!) and transgender. Listen and share with any mama warriors out there that could use some support. Check out our favorite family items and shop in our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON store</a>. I'd love if you left an iTunes review! Continue the weekly discussion over on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a> Send Wendy a personal note of gratitude at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wendyvonsosen/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@WendyvonSosen</a> Sign up for the weekly Newsletter from <a href="http://KristenDuke.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KristenDuke.com</a> here.

#095 When your teen comes out as gay

Listen as Madeleine shares her story of manipulations and sexual abuse from a teen relationship.  She not only shares tips we can offer our kids to hopefully avoid the same, but also suggestions on how to help, including a specific type of trauma therapy.  If you're not already a part of the community on Instagram, follow the weekly topics at @KristenDukeChats You can find Madeleine on IG at @madeliene1 Tell her THANK YOU! Next time you shop Amazon, we'd love you to go through our link! Leave an iTunes review for a chance to win a Happy Box!!

Listen as Madeleine shares her story of manipulations and sexual abuse from a teen relationship.  She not only shares tips we can offer our kids to hopefully avoid the same, but also suggestions on how to help, including a specific type of trauma therapy.  If you're not already a part of the community on Instagram, follow the weekly topics at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a> You can find Madeleine on IG at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madeliene1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@madeliene1</a> Tell her THANK YOU! Next time you <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shop Amazon</a>, we'd love you to go through our link! Leave an iTunes review for a chance to win a Happy Box!!

#094 Manipulation and Sexual Abuse

Ruby Franke has 6 kids (3 teens) and I really loved our chat all about teens and dating! She is a very intentional mother, and she shares their family adventures on their YouTube channel and Instagram @8passengers.  They have been preparing their kids for dating since they were little, teaching personal accountability. Watch Ruby's Love story here: Love Story Read about my Love Story here:  Love Story ***Print 27 Creative Teen date ideas on my website Other dating points we discussed in our chat:  Kindness Shame Numbness Choosing variety Group dates Expectations 3 most important on the marriage list  Please leave an iTunes review if you love this episode.  Join the weekly teen conversation at @KristenDukeChats on Instagram. A coordinating TEEN podcast similar to this one can be found on iTunes and Instagram at @FistBump.podcast Support this free podcast and visit our AMAZON STORE for our favorite family books, games, and more.

Ruby Franke has 6 kids (3 teens) and I really loved our chat all about teens and dating! She is a very intentional mother, and she shares their family adventures on their YouTube channel and Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/8passengers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@8passengers</a>.  They have been preparing their kids for dating since they were little, teaching personal accountability. Watch Ruby's Love story here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCsfiq3TetY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Story</a> Read about my Love Story here: <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/my-love-story-one-chapter-at-a-time/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Love Story</a> ***Print <a href="https://kristenduke.com/date-ideas-for-teens/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">27 Creative Teen date ideas</a> on my website Other dating points we discussed in our chat: <ul> <li>Kindness</li> <li>Shame</li> <li>Numbness</li> <li>Choosing variety</li> <li>Group dates</li> <li>Expectations</li> <li>3 most important on the marriage list</li> </ul> Please leave an iTunes review if you love this episode.  Join the weekly teen conversation at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a> on Instagram. A coordinating TEEN podcast similar to this one can be found on iTunes and Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fistbump.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@FistBump.podcast</a> Support this free podcast and visit our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON STORE</a> for our favorite family books, games, and more.

#093 Teens + Dating with Ruby Franke of 8 Passengers

In each podcast, “Beyond Good Intentions” with Kristen Duke, shares a heartfelt discussion with guests on topics related to parenting teenagers.  Whether you are currently in the trenches with teens, or hanging with toddlers, this is for you, it doesn't hurt to PLAN AHEAD!  You'll walk away with strategies for deliberate parenting that help to move beyond good intentions to a stronger family.Kristen, a mother of 4, has shared her passion for strengthening families and building strong relationships on her family-lifestyle website “Capturing Joy” for over 10 years.  Beyond Good Intentions is a podcast that helps answer the parenting questions she herself seeks.

Thanks so much for this conversation. I feel a lot more empowered after listening!

Sex talk with teens

I just discovered this podcast and I love how organic and supportive it is.

Fresh and full of ideas and nuggets

In each podcast, “Beyond Good Intentions” with Kristen Duke, shares a heartfelt discussion with guests on topics related to parenting teenagers. Whether you are currently in the trenches with teens, or hanging with toddlers, this is for you, it doesn't hurt to PLAN AHEAD! You'll walk away with strategies for deliberate parenting that help to move beyond good intentions to a stronger family. Kristen, a mother of 4, has shared her passion for strengthening families and building strong relationships on her family-lifestyle website “Capturing Joy” for over 10 years. Beyond Good Intentions is a podcast that helps answer the parenting questions she herself seeks.

Beyond Good Intentions with Kristen Duke

Hank Smith

I am thrilled about this episode. When I told my kids I was interviewing Hank Smith for the podcast, I was met with quite excited responses. They were kinda star struck, because they think he is a rockstar. He'll go into detail a little better about what he does in our chat, but he's basically a motivational speaker that travels around, encouraging youth and even adults to do good...be good...and even secrets to a happier life through humor and seriousness and then humor again. It is truly a talent, and we can't get enough of it in our family. He has the ability to make serious things funny for kids and turn it into real life discussions. Thought provoking and insightful. But if you're coming for this interview for comedy, I hope you won't be disappointed, but I really enjoyed all he had to share, the life behind the spiritual comedian. A peek into his world, why he does what he does, and how he is raising his family. He shares his thoughts on PATIENCE with kids, things take TIME. He also share a conversation with his daughter on trust vs. her judgement and her brain developing. Those teens are almost there, but still an apprentice learning the trade of life, he says, and I love that. Listen and Subscribe to the podcast so you can hear future episodes, and join the journey to strengthen your family.   If something stuck out to you from this episode or another, I'd love you to LEAVE A REVIEW and also come to instagram and share your thoughts with the community there (CapturingJoy.KristenDuke). To see more links about the books and other things we chatted about, head to the Beyond Good Intentions home page and click on Episode #024 with Hank Smith.

I am thrilled about this episode. When I told my kids I was interviewing Hank Smith for the podcast, I was met with quite excited responses. They were kinda star struck, because they think he is a rockstar. He'll go into detail a little better about what he does in our chat, but he's basically a motivational speaker that travels around, encouraging youth and even adults to do good...be good...and even secrets to a happier life through humor and seriousness and then humor again. It is truly a talent, and we can't get enough of it in our family. He has the ability to make serious things funny for kids and turn it into real life discussions. Thought provoking and insightful. But if you're coming for this interview for comedy, I hope you won't be disappointed, but I really enjoyed all he had to share, the life behind the spiritual comedian. A peek into his world, why he does what he does, and how he is raising his family. He shares his thoughts on PATIENCE with kids, things take TIME. He also share a conversation with his daughter on trust vs. her judgement and her brain developing. Those teens are almost there, but still an apprentice learning the trade of life, he says, and I love that. Listen and Subscribe to the podcast so you can hear future episodes, and join the journey to strengthen your family.   If something stuck out to you from this episode or another, I'd love you to LEAVE A REVIEW and also come to instagram and share your thoughts with the community there (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a>). To see more links about the books and other things we chatted about, head to the <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions</a> home page and click on Episode #024 with Hank Smith.

#024 Hank Smith // Secrets to a Happy Life and Patience with Parenting

Becky Higgins

I'm so delighted to have Becky Higgins on the podcast, sharing how she grew up and raising her family now.  Becky has a fabulous enthusiasm for life, that I believe is contagious, and it shines through in our conversation. She is a working mom who has built an empire out of her passion for helping others to cultivate a good life and record it. I've admired her for a long time (as you'll hear right from the start) and having this chat with her made me love her even more. I just know you'll feel the same.  We talked about her growing up in a small town, what her parents did that built her self esteem, and choosing friends in high school. I also had so many questions about her thoughts on being a working mom, something I've grappled with myself throughout my life, and even touched on how she met her husband, which I then told her about my 30 chapter  love story I've typed out. Favorite quotes: "Kindness Always Wins" "The purpose of the task is to strengthen the relationship." "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all." I probably asked more questions than the average person might about her business, and we may have veered off on a few tangents, but I truly do feel like she and I are kindred spirits, and I just know you all will adore her by the end of our conversation, too. She is a storyteller, and I LOVE it!  We talk about my August value of the month: KINDNESS! If you aren't already following along on my Instagram account, I decided I wanted MORE parenting discussions and I want to hear from all of YOU, as well! Follow along at @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke or Search the hashtag #IntentionalParentingProject to weigh in on the month themes and share your input as well! Come on over to my Instagram and give Becky some LOVE and tell her what stuck out to you from our conversation that you hope to implement in your family. 

I'm so delighted to have Becky Higgins on the podcast, sharing how she grew up and raising her family now.  Becky has a fabulous enthusiasm for life, that I believe is contagious, and it shines through in our conversation. She is a working mom who has built an empire out of her passion for helping others to cultivate a good life and record it. I've admired her for a long time (as you'll hear right from the start) and having this chat with her made me love her even more. I just know you'll feel the same.  We talked about her growing up in a small town, what her parents did that built her self esteem, and choosing friends in high school. I also had so many questions about her thoughts on being a working mom, something I've grappled with myself throughout my life, and even touched on how she met her husband, which I then told her about my 30 chapter <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/my-love-story-one-chapter-at-a-time/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> love story </a>I've typed out. Favorite quotes: "Kindness Always Wins" "The purpose of the task is to strengthen the relationship." "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all." I probably asked more questions than the average person might about her business, and we may have veered off on a few tangents, but I truly do feel like she and I are kindred spirits, and I just know you all will adore her by the end of our conversation, too. She is a storyteller, and I LOVE it!  We talk about my August value of the month: KINDNESS! If you aren't already following along on my Instagram account, I decided I wanted MORE parenting discussions and I want to hear from all of YOU, as well! Follow along at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> or Search the hashtag #IntentionalParentingProject to weigh in on the month themes and share your input as well! Come on over to my Instagram and give Becky some LOVE and tell her what stuck out to you from our conversation that you hope to implement in your family.

#032 Becky Higgins // Kindness Always Wins

My guest Cassie from @Fit_Is_a_Journey shares with us how she struggled with body positivity since she was a teen, and how a dear friend help her out of a tough mental state.  She shares some tips for parents to watch out for, and how to help our teens find that beauty. 

My guest Cassie from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fit_is_a_journey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Fit_Is_a_Journey</a> shares with us how she struggled with body positivity since she was a teen, and how a dear friend help her out of a tough mental state.  She shares some tips for parents to watch out for, and how to help our teens find that beauty.

#092 Teens + Body Image

Rachelle Price

My friend Rachelle is a very intentional parent, right in the thick of things with a handful of teens and tweens. Her oldest is about to graduate high school (just like mine) and I was eating up all of the amazing ideas she shared about being service minded and teaching her teens to look outside of themselves.  Find the ideas Rachelle shares on Instagram or drop her a note of gratitude at @KnowingLivingLoving Books Rachelle Recommended:  The Parenting Breakthrough  Love and Logic for Teens Hold Me Tight How to Win Friends and Influence People 5 Love Languages for Teens  See our family favorites on our  AMAZON store. Share this episode with your friends if you love it, or leave a review on iTunes!

My friend Rachelle is a very intentional parent, right in the thick of things with a handful of teens and tweens. Her oldest is about to graduate high school (just like mine) and I was eating up all of the amazing ideas she shared about being service minded and teaching her teens to look outside of themselves.  Find the ideas Rachelle shares on Instagram or drop her a note of gratitude at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/knowinglivingloving/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KnowingLivingLoving</a> Books Rachelle Recommended: <ul> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Ldovuj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Parenting Breakthrough</a> </li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2V8GBCr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love and Logic for Teens</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2V6cNX8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hold Me Tight</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2LgfmRM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Win Friends and Influence People</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2LggoNE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Love Languages for Teens</a></li> </ul> See our family favorites on our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke?listId=36N1K2MU34JV0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> AMAZON</a> store. Share this episode with your friends if you love it, or leave a review on iTunes!

#064 Rachelle Price // Helping Teens Look Outside of Themselves

Divorce is hard, and I'm grateful that Chari Pack was willing to come on and share the challenges of blending families, with her 3 teens! From curfews to phone rules, and with teens coming from different rules and expectations, she talks about merging and adjusting.  Find her on Instagram at @Chari.Pack and @PersnicketyPrints   Catch the highlights and extended discussion on divorce and co-parenting on my Instagram: @KristenDukeChats

Divorce is hard, and I'm grateful that Chari Pack was willing to come on and share the challenges of blending families, with her 3 teens! From curfews to phone rules, and with teens coming from different rules and expectations, she talks about merging and adjusting.  Find her on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chari.pack/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Chari.Pack</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/persnicketyprints/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PersnicketyPrints</a> Catch the highlights and extended discussion on divorce and co-parenting on my Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeCha</a>ts

#085 Blending Families with Teens

Alisa Van Langeveld

"Usually we think our communicating is with our words, but our non-verbal communication is so much more powerful." Alisa shared so many amazing tidbits of information in our chat, this has definitely become into one of my top 5 favorite interviews on the Beyond Good Intentions podcast. She is so knowledgeable on a topic that I'm striving for daily with my children. She is a researcher of CONNECTION, and she shares how we can be more connected with individual family members with 10 minutes a day of quality time, the sweet spot of connection. "Long enough to make it meaningful and short enough to make it do-able", she says. She came upon this concept years ago when chatting with a friend that asked, "How do I be a good parent in a nutshell?" She had to ask herself in her own parenting as she found real life practice didn't come as naturally as she thought, having all the research. She asked herself, "Where does the theory and research and real life converge?" The answer: Connection. The most important thing we can strive for as parents. &gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;Alisa made us an amazing printable to share, 100 ways to have 10 minutes together! You can download and see all of the ideas on my website,  Connecting with our Kids in 10 Minutes a Day. Head on over to KristenDuke.com for the full show notes, with links to the parenting books we discussed, and the download of the 100 ways printable. Beyond Good Intentions Home Page @KristenJoyDuke on Instagram to come chat about this episode and ask more questions! Alisa is @10MinutesTogether on Instagram 

"Usually we think our communicating is with our words, but our non-verbal communication is so much more powerful." Alisa shared so many amazing tidbits of information in our chat, this has definitely become into one of my top 5 favorite interviews on the Beyond Good Intentions podcast. She is so knowledgeable on a topic that I'm striving for daily with my children. She is a researcher of CONNECTION, and she shares how we can be more connected with individual family members with 10 minutes a day of quality time, the sweet spot of connection. "Long enough to make it meaningful and short enough to make it do-able", she says. She came upon this concept years ago when chatting with a friend that asked, "How do I be a good parent in a nutshell?" She had to ask herself in her own parenting as she found real life practice didn't come as naturally as she thought, having all the research. She asked herself, "Where does the theory and research and real life converge?" The answer: Connection. The most important thing we can strive for as parents. &gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;Alisa made us an amazing printable to share, 100 ways to have 10 minutes together! You can download and see all of the ideas on my website, <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/connecting-with-your-child/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Connecting with our Kids in 10 Minutes a Day</a>. Head on over to <a href="http://KristenDuke.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KristenDuke.com</a> for the full show notes, with links to the parenting books we discussed, and the download of the 100 ways printable. <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions Home Page</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristenjoyduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenJoyDuke</a> on Instagram to come chat about this episode and ask more questions! Alisa is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/10minutestogether/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@10MinutesTogether</a> on Instagram

#059 Alisa Van Langeveld, PhD // Connecting with Your Child

I found Ashlee through her instagram @TheMomentsWeStand and right in her bio she mentions surviving infidelity and murder, which is a lot to take in, in one short sentence.  Ashlee has a story unlike any I've ever known, and she shares it courageously, but it wasn't always the case. She ultimately felt inspired to write out her heart, against original shame from her experience. I applaud her vulnerability in sharing, knowing it will bless others who have experienced trauma in their life, in any form. I love how when I asked her at the end what she hoped her children KNOW when they leave the house is that each of us are a light. That stuck with me, and thought it would make the perfect title.  CHECK OUT THIS WEEKS SPONSOR, Chatbooks! Follow that link to receive $10 off my favorite books for everyday family moments! See how we display them in our home  HERE. Come chat about this episode on Instagram, @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke Find more Beyond Good Intentions info on that page on my website.  &gt;&gt;&gt;How to find Ashlee:  Her book: Silence Breaks Ashlee's website: The Moments we Stand Ashlee's story in a short video Ashlee's Nonprofit and Conference for those who have experienced trauma, A Reason to Stand, (March 1st in Ogden) 

I found Ashlee through her instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themomentswestand/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@TheMomentsWeStand</a> and right in her bio she mentions surviving infidelity and murder, which is a lot to take in, in one short sentence.  Ashlee has a story unlike any I've ever known, and she shares it courageously, but it wasn't always the case. She ultimately felt inspired to write out her heart, against original shame from her experience. I applaud her vulnerability in sharing, knowing it will bless others who have experienced trauma in their life, in any form. I love how when I asked her at the end what she hoped her children KNOW when they leave the house is that each of us are a light. That stuck with me, and thought it would make the perfect title.  CHECK OUT THIS WEEKS SPONSOR, <a href="http://invite.chatbooks.com/kjduke26pnd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chatbooks</a>! Follow that link to receive $10 off my favorite books for everyday family moments! See how we display them in our home <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/ikea-spice-rack-hack-into-bookshelf/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> HERE</a>. Come chat about this episode on Instagram, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> Find more <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions</a> info on that page on my website.  &gt;&gt;&gt;How to find Ashlee: <ul> <li>Her book: <a href="https://amzn.to/2TyZLwi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silence Breaks</a></li> <li>Ashlee's website: <a href="http://www.themomentswestand.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Moments we Stand</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pa9M-D-XSfs&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ashlee's story</a> in a short video</li> <li>Ashlee's Nonprofit and Conference for those who have experienced trauma, <a href="https://areasontostand.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Reason to Stand</a>, (March 1st in Ogden)</li> </ul>

#052 Ashlee (Birk) Boyson // Each of Us are a Light

Lolly Jane

"I don't care what my kids end up doing with their life, as long as they always feel that their place in our family is important." I'm so happy to share with you a chat with my dear friends Kelli and Kristi, twin sisters who grew up with 9 siblings, raising families of their own down the street from each other and within 3 miles of 7 of those siblings (one even next door to their parents)! We got tears flowing from each of them for various reasons throughout our chat, I love their willingness to be vulnerable and share their hearts in order to bless all of us. I met them through blogging 7 years ago, and I've been grateful for their friendship over the years, and they've got some parenting GOLD to share with you today!  HIGHLIGHTS: Teen fist fights, infertility, adoption, life threatening experiences, that's just the tip of the iceberg with todays episode. We spoke about them being a brat to their mom but now a best friend, the shame game, technology, the birds and the bee's, pornography, over-scheduling, we even talked about the wonderful community that social media can be if we let it.  When you listen, head on over to @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke and share your favorite part! Search #BeyondGoodIntentionsPodcast if you listen a week or more after it goes LIVE and look for the twins! &gt;&gt;&gt;Our sponsor this week are my photography tutorials, Say NO to Auto and The Camera Academy. If you're into photography, and want to learn how to better use that fancy SLR camera, I'm here to help!  You can find my friends on their Instagram @LollyJaneBlog

"I don't care what my kids end up doing with their life, as long as they always feel that their place in our family is important." I'm so happy to share with you a chat with my dear friends Kelli and Kristi, twin sisters who grew up with 9 siblings, raising families of their own down the street from each other and within 3 miles of 7 of those siblings (one even next door to their parents)! We got tears flowing from each of them for various reasons throughout our chat, I love their willingness to be vulnerable and share their hearts in order to bless all of us. I met them through blogging 7 years ago, and I've been grateful for their friendship over the years, and they've got some parenting GOLD to share with you today!  HIGHLIGHTS: Teen fist fights, infertility, adoption, life threatening experiences, that's just the tip of the iceberg with todays episode. We spoke about them being a brat to their mom but now a best friend, the shame game, technology, the birds and the bee's, pornography, over-scheduling, we even talked about the wonderful community that social media can be if we let it.  When you listen, head on over to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> and share your favorite part! Search #BeyondGoodIntentionsPodcast if you listen a week or more after it goes LIVE and look for the twins! &gt;&gt;&gt;Our sponsor this week are my photography tutorials, <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/purchase-my-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Say NO to Auto</a> and <a href="http://camera-academy-for-moms.teachable.com/p/extension" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Camera Academy</a>. If you're into photography, and want to learn how to better use that fancy SLR camera, I'm here to help!  You can find my friends on their Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lollyjaneblog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@LollyJaneBlog</a>

#055 Kristi +Kelli from Lolly Jane // The Importance of Family

Lisa has a heart that wants to share. I so appreciate that. She listened to me mentioning in a previous episode that people have a hard time sharing HARD THINGS in life, and that some listeners want to hear more about overcoming life's obstacles. She reached out to me, and said she wants to share her story. She has had some hard things in life, and she really wanted to share about how she kept waiting for happiness to come, and decided she had to just be happy despite life's curveballs. "When you beat yourself up, you paralyze yourself. You can't progress, improve, and move forward." That then prohibits you from being the parent you want to be. She shares an activity her therapist recommended about this, and I LOVE it! You can't spend your life waiting for the next bad thing to happen...why be miserable?  She mentions putting trust in Gods plan, that we can't save our children from mistakes.  How to Hug a Porcupine--Audio book she mentions Games: Cash Flow // Ticket to Ride //  Heads Up (phone app) *If you loved this episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes!

Lisa has a heart that wants to share. I so appreciate that. She listened to me mentioning in a previous episode that people have a hard time sharing HARD THINGS in life, and that some listeners want to hear more about overcoming life's obstacles. She reached out to me, and said she wants to share her story. She has had some hard things in life, and she really wanted to share about how she kept waiting for happiness to come, and decided she had to just be happy despite life's curveballs. "When you beat yourself up, you paralyze yourself. You can't progress, improve, and move forward." That then prohibits you from being the parent you want to be. She shares an activity her therapist recommended about this, and I LOVE it! You can't spend your life waiting for the next bad thing to happen...why be miserable?  She mentions putting trust in Gods plan, that we can't save our children from mistakes.  <a href="https://amzn.to/2PBMQuZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Hug a Porcupine</a>--Audio book she mentions Games: <a href="https://amzn.to/2OqjFq6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cash Flow</a> // <a href="https://amzn.to/2Di5nXD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ticket to Ride</a> // <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wb.headsup&amp;hl=en_US" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Heads Up</a> (phone app) *If you loved this episode, please consider leaving a review on iTunes!

#43 Lisa // Life is Hard, Don't Wait for Happiness

Lynette from @ThrowbackParenting is a fabulous guest and we are talking all about letting control go as a parent of teenagers and taking on the Mentoring position.  This is season 3 of the 4 seasons of parenting she has broken down and I LOVE what she has to say!  Listen. Share. Implement.  Find her at www.lynnettesheppard.com as well as a few free courses on her website. She also has a podcast, THROWBACK PARENTING! On Instagram at @ThrowbackParenting as well.

Lynette from @ThrowbackParenting is a fabulous guest and we are talking all about letting control go as a parent of teenagers and taking on the Mentoring position.  This is season 3 of the 4 seasons of parenting she has broken down and I LOVE what she has to say!  Listen. Share. Implement.  Find her at <a href="http://www.lynnettesheppard.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lynnettesheppard.com</a> as well as a few free courses on her website. She also has a podcast, THROWBACK PARENTING! On Instagram at @ThrowbackParenting as well.

#084 Control the need to Control

We ALL love our screen time, and I talk to Andrea from @BetterScreenTime all about how we could do things a little better. I got some great tips for MYSELF and we talked about how isolating screens can be, especially for teens, who over-consume.  Andrea shared a fabulous  TEDxtalk from Adam Atler with me which I reference as well. We are chatting EXTRA about this topic this week on @KristenDukeChats instagram page. If you miss it, scroll through the highlight bubbles! PLEASE SHARE with your friends if you found this helpful! Consider leaving an iTunes review as well, I'd be so grateful;)

We ALL love our screen time, and I talk to Andrea from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/betterscreentime/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BetterScreenTime</a> all about how we could do things a little better. I got some great tips for MYSELF and we talked about how isolating screens can be, especially for teens, who over-consume.  Andrea shared a fabulous <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/adam_alter_why_our_screens_make_us_less_happy?language=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> TEDxtalk from Adam Atler</a> with me which I reference as well. We are chatting EXTRA about this topic this week on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a> instagram page. If you miss it, scroll through the highlight bubbles! PLEASE SHARE with your friends if you found this helpful! Consider leaving an iTunes review as well, I'd be so grateful;)

#082 Teens and Screens (Isolation and Time Spent)

Sarah Dodson

Sarah loves teens as much as I do, and when I met her 6 months ago, I knew we were kindred spirits. She's right in the thick of things with her 3 teens + pre teen, just like me! She is a nurturer of teens, and it's clear when she shares that her teens friends come over for dinner, and confide in her. I love when she mentioned teens getting a bad rap, and how they deserve to be celebrated...YES! I thought... She shares home decor on her instagram @BlessedCrazyTXNest as well as ideas to throw parties for family and friends. So check that out for inspiration! To support this podcast, shop for anything you want on AMAZON by first clicking into our store of favorites.  Thanks for supporting this podcast through that as well as reviews, and shares when you love it!

Sarah loves teens as much as I do, and when I met her 6 months ago, I knew we were kindred spirits. She's right in the thick of things with her 3 teens + pre teen, just like me! She is a nurturer of teens, and it's clear when she shares that her teens friends come over for dinner, and confide in her. I love when she mentioned teens getting a bad rap, and how they deserve to be celebrated...YES! I thought... She shares home decor on her instagram @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/blessedcrazytxnest/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BlessedCrazyTXNest </a>as well as ideas to throw parties for family and friends. So check that out for inspiration! To support this podcast, shop for anything you want on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON</a> by first clicking into our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">store of favorites</a>.  Thanks for supporting this podcast through that as well as reviews, and shares when you love it!

#068 Sarah Dodson // How to Nurture Your Teens

Brooke Romney

As with all of my interviews, we talked about EVERYTHING parenting, but the overarching thought I had when I finished my interview with Brooke is that I need to take charge of the technology: in my home, and be an advocate for my kids in their schools.  Brooke is a successful writer and shares often on her website BrookeRomney.com and recently had an article published in The Washington Post titled, "U.S. Students need a cell phone detox." During our convo, I felt grateful for the new phone rule at my kids middle school, and happy for her that her advocacy made a difference in her kids school. Don't be afraid to go in and talk to the administrators if you don't like what's going on!  Please hop on over to Instagram and share your insights, thoughts, questions, "ah-ha" moments! @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke is where we will be chatting!  You can also leave a review on iTunes if you love this podcast, share it with your friends, have a parenting podcast CLUB discussion! The more you chat about what you want to do, the more likely you'll do it. You can also find Brooke on Instagram @BrookeRomneyWrites

As with all of my interviews, we talked about EVERYTHING parenting, but the overarching thought I had when I finished my interview with Brooke is that I need to take charge of the technology: in my home, and be an advocate for my kids in their schools.  Brooke is a successful writer and shares often on her website <a href="http://brookeromney.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BrookeRomney.com</a> and recently had an article published in The Washington Post titled, "<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/us-students-need-a-cellphone-detox/2018/08/31/06d45faa-a644-11e8-b76b-d513a40042f6_story.html?noredirect=on&amp;utm_term=.e5f3ecb51070" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">U.S. Students need a cell phone detox</a>." During our convo, I felt grateful for the new phone rule at my kids middle school, and happy for her that her advocacy made a difference in her kids school. Don't be afraid to go in and talk to the administrators if you don't like what's going on!  Please hop on over to Instagram and share your insights, thoughts, questions, "ah-ha" moments! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> is where we will be chatting!  You can also leave a review on iTunes if you love this podcast, share it with your friends, have a parenting podcast CLUB discussion! The more you chat about what you want to do, the more likely you'll do it. You can also find Brooke on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brookeromneywrites/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BrookeRomneyWrites</a>

#034 Brooke Romney // Take Charge of Technology 

Jeanette Bennett

Jeanette Bennett runs her own business, juggling multiple magazines, and when sharing her favorite business books, we discussed how running a family is just like running a business, they go hand in hand!  She's got 5 kids, ages 5-20, and I loved picking her brain on all things parenting.  Raised the 2nd of 7 kids, her dad was even her high school teacher! See how that was for them...Then as an adult, from getting her masters degree as a young mom, teaching at a University, ambitious business skills, and managing it all for 20 years. I love the story she told about a mistake she felt she made when she went to school with her daughter to share her spotlight of the week. I think all parents can relate! I also love their Sunday phone rule, need to adopt this in my family! You'll have to listen to see how we are related, too, but we still haven't met in person! Here are a few of my favorite quotes from our chat: "Your actions are evidence of what you truly want." "See a nee, fill a need." "Your house is a factory, not a museum. You are raising and creating kids, it's going to be messy." Head to KristenDuke.com for the show notes of this Beyond Good Intentions podcast about her favorite books, favorite family games, and meal. Come chat about this episode on Instagram: @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke You can follow her personal instagram at: @JeanetteWBennett or interesting articles at @UtahValleyBride or @UtahValleyMagazine

Jeanette Bennett runs her own business, juggling multiple magazines, and when sharing her favorite business books, we discussed how running a family is just like running a business, they go hand in hand!  She's got 5 kids, ages 5-20, and I loved picking her brain on all things parenting.  Raised the 2nd of 7 kids, her dad was even her high school teacher! See how that was for them...Then as an adult, from getting her masters degree as a young mom, teaching at a University, ambitious business skills, and managing it all for 20 years. I love the story she told about a mistake she felt she made when she went to school with her daughter to share her spotlight of the week. I think all parents can relate! I also love their Sunday phone rule, need to adopt this in my family! You'll have to listen to see how we are related, too, but we still haven't met in person! Here are a few of my favorite quotes from our chat: "Your actions are evidence of what you truly want." "See a nee, fill a need." "Your house is a factory, not a museum. You are raising and creating kids, it's going to be messy." Head to <a href="http://KristenDuke.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KristenDuke.com</a> for the show notes of this <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions</a> podcast about her favorite books, favorite family games, and meal. Come chat about this episode on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> You can follow her personal instagram at: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jeanettewbennett/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@JeanetteWBennett</a> or interesting articles at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/utahvalleybride/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@UtahValleyBride</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/utahvalleymagazine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@UtahValleyMagazine</a>

#016 Jeanette Bennett // Balancing motherhood and Running a Magazine

This episode is very dear to my heart!  So much so that I am sharing a FREE e-book with the 13 points outlined, meant for discussion between parents and teens. In this podcast, I explore each point in depth with extra detail. Grab the e-book HERE: Teens and Social Media I also chatted about my AMAZON store in the episode: My favorite phone case and my daughters Air Pods. Grateful in advance for any shares of this episode, iTunes reviews, or just joining in the party on Instagram at @KristenDukeChats. 

This episode is very dear to my heart!  So much so that I am sharing a FREE e-book with the 13 points outlined, meant for discussion between parents and teens. In this podcast, I explore each point in depth with extra detail. Grab the e-book HERE: <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/teens-and-social-media/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teens and Social Media</a> I also chatted about <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">my AMAZON store</a> in the episode: <a href="https://amzn.to/2IQiyze" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My favorite phone case</a> and my daughters <a href="https://amzn.to/2RlQK9E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Air Pods</a>. Grateful in advance for any shares of this episode, iTunes reviews, or just joining in the party on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a>.

#071 Teens and Social Media Discussion

Melissa Lewis

When I read Melissa's story on Instagram, I was crossing my fingers that she'd be willing to share it on the podcast. I'm so grateful she said yes! I am ALSO grateful for her bravery, putting her story out there. WE all make mistakes. All of us parents have made parenting mistakes, we just don't get arrested for them like Melissa did, for doing something that a lot of us have done.  As most of us would, she kept her story to herself for a while, until it all played out, and all was well. Fortunately, through her mistake, all was ok with her kids, but I know that isn't the case for everyone.  Important reminders we discussed:  Mistakes happen. Learn from them. Don't judge others. Give yourself some grace. Share your story. Dispel shame from mistakes.  After you listen, I'd love you to share on social media! We also love reviews on iTunes. Thank you for being a part of the Beyond Good Intentions community and please join us on Instagram at @CapturingJoy.KristenDuke Find Melissa at @Melissa.PlainAndSimple 

When I read Melissa's story on Instagram, I was crossing my fingers that she'd be willing to share it on the podcast. I'm so grateful she said yes! I am ALSO grateful for her bravery, putting her story out there. WE all make mistakes. All of us parents have made parenting mistakes, we just don't get arrested for them like Melissa did, for doing something that a lot of us have done.  As most of us would, she kept her story to herself for a while, until it all played out, and all was well. Fortunately, through her mistake, all was ok with her kids, but I know that isn't the case for everyone.  Important reminders we discussed: <ul> <li>Mistakes happen.</li> <li>Learn from them.</li> <li>Don't judge others.</li> <li>Give yourself some grace.</li> <li>Share your story.</li> <li>Dispel shame from mistakes.</li> </ul> After you listen, I'd love you to share on social media! We also love reviews on iTunes. Thank you for being a part of the <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions</a> community and please join us on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/capturingjoy.kristenduke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@CapturingJoy.KristenDuke</a> Find Melissa at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissa.plainandsimple/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Melissa.PlainAndSimple</a>

#045 Melissa Lewis // Parenting Mistakes Don't Define You

I've been hinting at a new focus for the podcast, and it's here! This is a short introduction to how things are going to change, and WHY I felt so impressed to turn it to a new direction. There might be a few tears shed by myself as I explain how it all came to be. Thanks for being a part of this journey with me!

I've been hinting at a new focus for the podcast, and it's here! This is a short introduction to how things are going to change, and WHY I felt so impressed to turn it to a new direction. There might be a few tears shed by myself as I explain how it all came to be. Thanks for being a part of this journey with me!

#073 New TEEN Focused Beyond Good Intentions

Delighted to have my friend @BeckyProudfit chatting with me today about simplifying and not becoming an over scheduled family. I believe it's a goal for all of us, but DIFFICULT in PRACTICE! Becky is a light, and I love her actionable tips she shares. Make sure you join the conversation after listening over on my Instagram page: @KristenDukeChats and share your insights and perspective.  Check out our family favorites in our AMAZON STORE. Grateful for your iTunes Reviews! We'd love for you to SHARE this episode with a friend who would appreciate it as well. You can find information about past podcast episodes on the Beyond Good Intentions homepage (we mentioned episode #34 where I chatted with her podcast buddy Becky Higgins). You can share the version of this episode geared towards teens at the @FistBump.Podcast as well.

Delighted to have my friend <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beckyproudfit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@BeckyProudfit</a> chatting with me today about simplifying and not becoming an over scheduled family. I believe it's a goal for all of us, but DIFFICULT in PRACTICE! Becky is a light, and I love her actionable tips she shares. Make sure you join the conversation after listening over on my Instagram page: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@KristenDukeChats</a> and share your insights and perspective.  Check out our family favorites in our <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/capturingjoykristenduke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AMAZON STORE</a>. Grateful for your iTunes Reviews! We'd love for you to SHARE this episode with a friend who would appreciate it as well. You can find information about past podcast episodes on the <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/beyond-good-intentions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Good Intentions</a> homepage (we mentioned <a href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/becky-higgins/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">episode #34</a> where I chatted with her podcast buddy Becky Higgins). You can share the version of this episode geared towards teens at the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fistbump.podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@FistBump.Podcast</a> as well.

#075 Simplifying your Family Schedule

Kristen grew up in a home as the second of Six Sisters. She says her parents had strict rules, and mentions her dads plan to make sure they made it home by curfew.  She talks about challenges with friends growing up, and how her dad said "Kindness will reflect back" and encouraged her to continue being kind despite what was shown to her. We talk a lot about her raising her 4 girls, ages 10 and under, and she shared her favorite quote, "Smile and the world will smile with you." She is a great example of this, as one of the kindest, warmest, smiley-est people I know. You'll have to head to my website to see pictures of Kristen and I on a few different adventures. I'm grateful for the blogging world that brought us together 5 years ago. Towards the end of the episode, you'll hear the bet her dad made with she and her sisters, which is pretty funny, you'll laugh hearing how many followed through and won the bet. You can find Kristen and her sisters sharing amazing family recipes at Six Sisters Stuff.

Kristen grew up in a home as the second of Six Sisters. She says her parents had strict rules, and mentions her dads plan to make sure they made it home by curfew.  She talks about challenges with friends growing up, and how her dad said "Kindness will reflect back" and encouraged her to continue being kind despite what was shown to her. We talk a lot about her raising her 4 girls, ages 10 and under, and she shared her favorite quote, "Smile and the world will smile with you." She is a great example of this, as one of the kindest, warmest, smiley-est people I know. You'll have to head to my website to see pictures of Kristen and I on a few different adventures. I'm grateful for the blogging world that brought us together 5 years ago. Towards the end of the episode, you'll hear the bet her dad made with she and her sisters, which is pretty funny, you'll laugh hearing how many followed through and won the bet. You can find Kristen and her sisters sharing amazing family recipes at <a href="https://www.sixsistersstuff.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Six Sisters Stuff</a>.

#014 Kristen of Six Sisters Stuff // Kindness will Reflect Back

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