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Raising Boys & Girls

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Parenting
Child Development
Adolescents
Adolescence
Screen Time
Technology Addiction
Family Relationships
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Teenage Mental Health
Teenagers
Emotional Health
Therapy and Counseling
Anxiety In Adolescents
Mental Health
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Boy Development
Girl Development
Emotional Regulation

Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot ... more

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Sissy Goff and David Thomas welcome Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, for a practical conversation about what toddlers need most right now. Devon reframes challenging toddler behavior as communication—not defiance—explaining how im... more

This episode emphasizes that kids grow emotionally strong through five key needs: healthy boredom that creates space for creativity and self-direction, agency that helps them feel capable and in control within boundaries, opportunities to experience ... more

Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore the powerful, research-backed role of play in reducing anxiety, building resilience, and strengthening family connection. They unpack why unstructured play has declined, how play shapes kids’ brains and emotional h... more

Sissy Goff and David Thomas sit down with journalist and author Leland Vittert to talk about his memoir Born Lucky and the profound impact his father had on his life growing up with autism. Leland shares candid stories of adversity, resilience, and l... more

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Dr. Gary Chapman
Best-selling author, counselor, and speaker
Author of The 5 Love Languages
Episode: Episode 338: 5 Love Languages for Families with Dr. Gary Chapman
Jill Phillips Gullhorn
Therapist and Enneagram expert with over two decades as a singer-songwriter.
Episode: Episode 334: Moving from Knowledge to Relationship with Kids / Enneagrams Wrap Up with Jill Phillips and Hunter Mobley
Hunter Mobley
Lawyer, writer, and Enneagram teacher focusing on emotional and spiritual growth.
Episode: Episode 334: Moving from Knowledge to Relationship with Kids / Enneagrams Wrap Up with Jill Phillips and Hunter Mobley
Brian Camp
Parent and friend with insights on navigating parenthood as an Enneagram 8
Episode: Episode 331: When to Speak, When to Listen with Enneagram 8’s, Amy Fenton & Brian Camp
Mary Killett
Parent and Enneagram 7
Episode: Episode 328: The Power of Pause in Parenting with Enneagram 7s, Mary Killett & Aaron Weber
Jon McLaughlin
Musician and artist
Episode: Episode 322: When you Struggle with the Practical in Parenting / Enneagram 4's with Jon McLaughlin & Kendra Allen
Kendra Allen
Therapist and creative professional
Episode: Episode 322: When you Struggle with the Practical in Parenting / Enneagram 4's with Jon McLaughlin & Kendra Allen
Kelli Haywood
Enneagram coach and parent
Episode: Episode 320: Letting Go of Pressure & Performance with Enneagram 3 Parents, Kelli Haywood & Brandon Verner
Brandon Verner
Enneagram coach and parent
Episode: Episode 320: Letting Go of Pressure & Performance with Enneagram 3 Parents, Kelli Haywood & Brandon Verner

Hosts

Sissy Goff
Co-host and counselor with extensive experience in parenting and child development, focusing on emotional intelligence and family dynamics.
David Thomas
Co-host and counselor specializing in family dynamics and child emotional health, providing insights on parenting strategies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Love this podcast

    David and Sissy are amazing podcasters. I love listening to them and finish every episode feeling encouraged. They are a blessing to me in these hard but wonderful years of parenting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hmb491
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insightful, compassionate, LOVE

    I love these two. I have learned SO much from them in parenting. I am incredibly grateful for their guidance and wisdom. We love their books, listening to them and how I wish I lived in their city. Love love love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emma Rose17
    United States2 months ago
  • Inspires improvement & health in parenting

    I listen to a lot of parenting podcasts, and read a lot of books. This is by far the one I recommend most to others. I love the encouragement, grace, and facts that David & Sissy offer. They offer a balance that’s hard to find— they encourage connection and emotional attunement with your kids, but they also encourage parents to have boundaries and correct our kids when their behaviors are inappropriate. True experts with a wealth of experience and research that informs their practical tips. List... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kcjoa2
    United States2 months ago
  • The Podcast every Parent and Teacher needs!

    This podcast has become one of my absolute favorites. David and Cissy offer such helpful topics and practical tools for guiding children toward healthy development. As gifted counselors, they don’t just equip you to support your kids, they gently help you grow in maturity along the way.

    As a mom of only girls, I’ve been surprised by how much I’ve learned about boys and their developmental stages, and how that understanding has shaped my approach in both teaching and ministry. My husband and I h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    When technology is the worst
    United States2 months ago
  • If you’re a parent and aren’t listening to this, why not??

    I listen to and share this religiously! It has given me so much insight and wisdom and I could not recommend it enough. As a mom of 6 boys, I am so very grateful for each episode and the experience and kindness that David and Sissy bring to the world. There is so much grace and goodness here, do not skip!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abby Hysmith
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners feel a strong sense of encouragement and support from the hosts and their collective expertise in parenting.
Many reviews highlight the practical application of advice given, making it easy for parents to implement in their daily lives.
The combination of personal anecdotes and professional advice resonates well with listeners, making complex parenting topics accessible and relatable.
Audiences frequently express gratitude for the hosts' insights on emotional well-being and healthy family dynamics.

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Episode 338: 5 Love Languages for Families with Dr. Gary Chapman
Q: What would be the simplest way parents could begin identifying their child's primary love language?
Parents can observe their child's behavior, what they request most often, and what they complain about most often to identify their primary love language.
Episode 338: 5 Love Languages for Families with Dr. Gary Chapman
Q: In all your years of working with kids, families and research, what do you believe kids need the most right now?
Kids need food, sleep, and most importantly, to feel loved on an emotional level as it impacts all their other relationships.
Episode 337: Helpful Habits for the New Year with Justin Whitmel Earley
Q: How would you encourage the parent who feels like they aren't doing enough?
Remember that habits won't change God's love for you; it's about movement and change through grace.
Episode 337: Helpful Habits for the New Year with Justin Whitmel Earley
Q: How have you seen the idea of being formed by what we repeatedly do played out specifically in the context of your family?
Habit drives much of our lives; we become what we do repeatedly.
Episode 326: Anxiety, Trust, and Parenting with Courage / Enneagram 6's with Melissa Trevathan and Allye Gray
Q: In the context of parenting, where would you say you have seen your number benefit you? Where have you seen it get in the way?
Allye discusses the challenges of her anxiety affecting her kids while Melissa reflects on her experience starting Daystar while balancing her fears and the need to seek input in decision-making.

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Focused on equipping caregivers with practical insights, this podcast explores themes primarily centered around parenting boys and girls, with an emphasis on emotional intelligence, the Enneagram personality framework, and family dynamics. The hosts, experienced counselors, offer relatable anecdotes and expert advice that aim to bridge understanding between parents and children, incorporating perspectives on how personality types affect relationships. Each episode often features guests from various backgrounds, enriching discussions with stories and strategies that assist parents in navigating the complexities of child development and emotional health. Unique in its blend of psychological insights and faith-based encouragement, the podcast ... more

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