
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 333 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingChristianityReligion & SpiritualityKids & Family | |||

In this episode, Sissy and David turn their attention to Enneagram Sevens—the Enthusiasts, Optimists, and Adventurers who bring joy, imagination, and energy to the world. They explore the unique strengths Sevens offer their families, like creativity,... more
In this episode, Sissy and David sit down with two beloved Enneagram Sixes: longtime Daystar founder and leader Melissa Trevathan and Daystar counselor Allye Gray. They explore how differently Sixes can look—phobic and counterphobic—and how both expr... more
Sissy and David celebrate the strengths of Enneagram Sixes—their loyalty, courage, diligence, and care for the common good—while naming the real challenges of worst-case thinking, indecision, and hypervigilance. They offer practical ideas for Six p... more
Enneagram 5 parents Lauren Rupley and Kris Plunkett talk curiosity, intentionality, and energy management in family life. They describe how fives’ love of learning, patient problem-solving, and reflective nature become strengths—sparking great questi... more
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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
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
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!!
I’m loving the new enneagram series so much!
RBG is one of my favorite podcasts. David and Sissy have been such a gift to me as a mom of three little boys. I have learned so much, both from their books and from this podcast over the last several years. But I have to say, there is something uniquely encouraging about hearing from them and their lovely guests weekly on a variety of topics. It’s often just the boost I need.
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Content focuses on practical parenting advice, child development, and fostering emotional well-being in children. The hosts often engage with experts from various fields including psychology, education, and the arts to address the unique challenges parents face today. Noteworthy themes include navigating extroversion and introversion, understanding birth order, and addressing mental health issues in children. This podcast is likely to appeal to parents, educators, and caregivers looking for actionable strategies and a supportive community while enhancing their understanding of the emotional and developmental needs of children.
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