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MESSmerized - Funny and faith based encouragement in marriage , family , Christian parenting , and finding purpose

Cynthia Yanof
Parenting
Faith
Christianity
Friendship
Marriage
Christmas
Prayer
Mental Health
Motherhood
Grief
Anxiety
Bible
Body Image
Christian Parenting
Rest
Holy Spirit
College Life
Thanksgiving
Family Relationships
ADHD

Welcome to Cynthia Yanof’s newest podcast, MESSmerized. Each week you’ll hear funny, authentic, and vulnerable conversations around everyday life, parenting, and following Jesus. A variety of guests will challenge us to pursue a life filled with the things that really do matter. Cynthia Yanof is the host as well as an author, speaker, wife, and mother. She’s relatable, funny, and dead-set on never... more

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This is the last week of our Mother’s Day Month of episodes, and we’re ending with a conversation that I think so many moms need to hear. This week I’m joined by my friend Somer Colbert to talk about parenting, expectations, fear, faith, and what it ... more

It’s Mother’s Day Month on Messmerized, and this week I’m bringing on one of my very favorite mom friends, Stephanie Martin. If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to follow Jesus in the middle of real life—busy schedules, motherhood, di... more

If you’ve ever cried after dropping a kid at college and then immediately enjoyed the quiet house and clean kitchen… this episode is for you. I sit down with my friend, speaker, and longtime Pardon the Mess host Courtney DeFeo for a conversation that... more

Happy Mother’s Day week, friends. Truly—sending you lots of love this week. 💐

Now before I say anything else… I implore you to listen to this episode. Consider this your Mother’s Day gift from me. It is that good. Like sit-in-the-car-after-it-ends-... more

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Stephanie Martin
Friend and guest invited to discuss motherhood and Bible study
Noted friend of the host, frequent contributor on the show
Episode: Episode 149: A Conversation With One of My Besties: Real Friendship, Real Life, Real Bible Study (with Stephanie Martin)
Molly Hunter
Molly, Kate's friend and guest
UT Austin student, engaged
Episode: Episode 146: What College Didn’t Teach Them: Molly and Kate on Faith, Friendship, and Finding Your Person
Sissy Goff
Counselor at Daystar Counseling Ministries, co-author of Capable
Daystar Counseling Ministries
Episode: Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
David Thomas
Counselor at Daystar Counseling Ministries, co-author of Capable
Daystar Counseling Ministries
Episode: Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Sallye Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
Connections Counseling, Richardson, Texas
Episode: Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Jon Acuff
Author, Speaker
Jon Acuff (Author/Speaker)
Episode: Episode 143: Stop Putting It Off: Jon Acuff on Procrastination, Goals, and Getting Started
Steve Frissell
Pastor at Bentree Bible Church
Bentree Bible
Episode: Episode 142: Hosanna, Easter Ham, and Reframing Holy Week with Steve Frissell
Tiffany Stein
Author of Mourning God; pastor's wife; educator
Author, Speaker, and Teacher
Episode: Episode 139: Wrestling with God through Loss and Disappointment with Tiffany Stein
Kari Kampakis
Author and parenting expert
Self-employed author and speaker
Episode: Episode 138: Dating Advice We Wish Our Parents Had Given Us (Girl Mom vs. Boy Mom)

Host

Cynthia Yanof
Host of the show; interviews and leads conversations around faith, family, and everyday life.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Cynthia is an authentic, relatable, non-judgmental lady. She is in touch with reality, and she is talking about the things I am seeing and experiencing in real life. Thank you for the resources to move through all the stages! Thank you, Cynthia!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    surprisedx10
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love messmerized

    She’s hilarious, heartfelt and who I turn on when I need a positive lift in my day that focuses me back on Jesus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OliviaJLey
    Germanya month ago
  • Kate and Molly

    So enjoyed. Great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hle—
    United Statesa month ago
  • Book release

    Happy book release week. May the LORD provide in all the details.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hle—
    United States4 months ago
  • Book

    So great hearing about your new book today

    Apple Podcasts
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    Hle—
    United States5 months ago

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Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: What practical steps can parents take today to foster capability in their children?
Encourage small acts of independence, implement 100 capable-building exercises in the book, practice flexibility (e.g., altering seating at dinner), and model coping through real-life discussions and supportive, non-pushy guidance.
Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: How should parents shift from a focus on relief to building sturdiness and capability?
Parents should emphasize hard and soft skills, provide opportunities for kids to face challenges, narrate their own experiences to teach coping, and practice flexibility in daily routines to reduce anxiety and promote agency.
Episode 145: The “Crisis of Capability”: David Thomas and Sissy Goff on Raising Kids Who Can Handle Real Life
Q: What does the current state of the union of our kiddos look like and what changes are needed?
The guests describe a crisis of capability where kids are less prepared for life due to factors like technology, over-diagnosis culture, and overprotective parenting; they advocate focusing on resilience-building skills, experiential learning, and empowering parents to lean back and let kids practice coping and independence.
Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Q: How can someone start the conversation with a loved one about concerns without making things worse?
Lead with curiosity, express observations without accusations, check in about changes in interests or activities, and encourage seeking professional guidance; emphasize that you're there for support and to help, not to shame.
Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
Q: What early signs should families watch for in a loved one's relationship with food?
Rigid food rules, constant planning around meals or exercise, preoccupation with calories, and social withdrawal or missing out on activities due to food concerns can all be early indicators warranting a check-in and possible professional assessment.

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A faith-forward show that blends practical Christian parenting, marriage, and family life with candid conversations about everyday messes and spiritual growth. Across episodes, the host and guests explore scripture-informed strategies for parenting, fostering meaningful friendships, dating and marriage, and pursuing purpose with humor and authenticity. Notable throughlines include Bible study for busy moms, mentoring women, and integrating faith into daily routines, with a emphasis on real-world tips, resilience, and community. The show often features expert guests on parenting, mental health, and spiritual formation, plus conversations with authors and pastors who bring encouragement grounded in Christian faith.

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Recent guests on MESSmerized include:

1. Stephanie Martin
2. Molly Hunter
3. Sissy Goff
4. David Thomas
5. Sallye Clark
6. Jon Acuff
7. Steve Frissell
8. Tiffany Stein

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