https://simplecast.com Carpool Conversations Carpool Conversations is a podcast dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents just like you to have meaningful conversations with your kids. Hosted by two moms, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones have down-to-earth discussions where they share stories, practical examples, and questions to help you better understand and connect with your kids. So listen in the next time you’re going to pick up your kids from school and you might end up with the perfect conversation starter! 2024 WinShape Foundation Inc. en Wed, 8 Apr 2026 11:44:24 +0000 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 11:44:36 +0000 https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com Carpool Conversations https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/3feb99ab-f948-49cd-956f-25bbd8d32e1b/917ad2e8-29a7-4f24-9609-b96c21708d43/3000x3000/cc-album-art.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com episodic Carpool Conversations is a podcast dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents just like you to have meaningful conversations with your kids. Hosted by two moms, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones have down-to-earth discussions where they share stories, practical examples, and questions to help you better understand and connect with your kids. So listen in the next time you’re going to pick up your kids from school and you might end up with the perfect conversation starter! WinShape Camps false https://feeds.simplecast.com/ngc7LK47 amy lowe, carpool, carpool conversations, car pool, conversation starter, camps, car, discussion, gen alpha, sarah jones, middle school kids, winshape foundation, winshape, gen z, generation alpha, sara jones, generation z, conversations, parenting, winshape camps, elementary kids, family, dads, kids, parents, christian parenting, moms WinShape Foundation Inc. communications@winshape.org ea55b9c4-abe2-44aa-be59-357de6987a69 Releasing Anger & Growing in Patience as a Parent In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with author and mom of four, Amber Lia, to talk honestly about something many parents wrestle with but rarely say out loud—anger. Drawing from her new book, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger, Amber shares her own story with refreshing vulnerability and offers practical, grace-filled tools for the moments when frustration rises.

Together, they explore how anger shows up in parenting, recognizing the difference between righteous anger and destructive frustration, and what it looks like to grow in patience even on the hardest days. Amber also unpacks simple, intentional strategies that help moms pause, reset, and respond with gentleness—reminding every parent that change is possible.

Whatever season you are in, this conversation will encourage you to breathe deeply, release shame, and take meaningful steps toward transformation.

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Book: Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger

Meet our Guest: Amber Lia

Book: Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses

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Question of the Week: When have you recently noticed that I was angry, and how did it make you feel?

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]]> Wed, 8 Apr 2026 11:44:24 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Amber Lia) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/releasing-anger-growing-in-patience-as-a-parent-wFtghS0Z In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with author and mom of four, Amber Lia, to talk honestly about something many parents wrestle with but rarely say out loud—anger. Drawing from her new book, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger, Amber shares her own story with refreshing vulnerability and offers practical, grace-filled tools for the moments when frustration rises.

Together, they explore how anger shows up in parenting, recognizing the difference between righteous anger and destructive frustration, and what it looks like to grow in patience even on the hardest days. Amber also unpacks simple, intentional strategies that help moms pause, reset, and respond with gentleness—reminding every parent that change is possible.

Whatever season you are in, this conversation will encourage you to breathe deeply, release shame, and take meaningful steps toward transformation.

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Book: Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger

Meet our Guest: Amber Lia

Book: Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses

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Question of the Week: When have you recently noticed that I was angry, and how did it make you feel?

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Guest: Amber Lia

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]]> Releasing Anger & Growing in Patience as a Parent Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Amber Lia 00:31:16 Drawing from her new book, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger, Amber shares her own story with refreshing vulnerability and offers practical, grace-filled tools for the moments when frustration rises faster than we’d like to admit. Together, they explore why anger shows up in parenting, how to recognize the difference between righteous anger and destructive frustration, and what it looks like to grow in patience even on the hardest days. Amber also unpacks simple, intentional strategies that help moms pause, reset, and respond with gentleness—reminding every parent that change is possible and hope is real. Drawing from her new book, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Anger, Amber shares her own story with refreshing vulnerability and offers practical, grace-filled tools for the moments when frustration rises faster than we’d like to admit. Together, they explore why anger shows up in parenting, how to recognize the difference between righteous anger and destructive frustration, and what it looks like to grow in patience even on the hardest days. Amber also unpacks simple, intentional strategies that help moms pause, reset, and respond with gentleness—reminding every parent that change is possible and hope is real. growing in patience, carpool, struggling parents, parent tips, parenting today, mom temper, anger management, christian, elementary kids, winshape, advice, anger, mom guilt, frustration, mad, temper, winshape foundation podcast, jesus, releasing anger, parenting, dad guilt, advice for parents, righteous anger, dad tips, family tips, parenting advice, christian parenting, kids parenting podcast, christian moms, family, podcast for dads, mom shame, christian parenting podcast, podcast for moms, short temper, angry, christian dad, christian mom, peace, christian dads, podcast for kids, silent guilt, kids, kids parenting, mom podcast, christian author, christian family podcast, jesus podcast, parents, parenting with patience, christian mom podcast, releasing shame, jesus family podcast, podcast for parents, winshape parenting podcast, christian family, winshape podcast, jesus kids podcast, patience, christian camp, kids faith, winshape foundation, destructive frustration, parenting author, healthy parenting, camp winshape, parenting tips, parenting frustration, carpool conversations, parenting guilt, podcast, anger in parenting, jesus kids, podcast for parenting, mom tips, parenting anger, parenting blog, jesus camp, untriggered, gratitude, gentle parenting, jesus parenting, parenting podcast, winshape camps, parenting with grace, christian podcast, moms, amber lia, healthy mom, shame false full 65 d50d5ec8-c727-4d84-b1bb-a5873e058eca Cultivating Creativity & Curiosity in our Kids From big questions to big imaginations, every child has a unique spark of creativity worth noticing and nurturing.

In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Emily and Marissa sit down with Travis Hawkins, Manager of the Creative Services team at WinShape Camps to talk about what it looks like to nurture creativity and curiosity in our kids. Together, they explore how creativity reflects the heart of our Creator, how every child may express their creativity differently, and how parents can encourage it in simple, meaningful ways.

Whether your child loves to build, imagine, ask questions, make music, or paint, this conversation will encourage you to see creativity as a gift from God worth noticing and nurturing. Plus, Travis shares practical ideas for helping kids grow in curiosity, confidence, and wonder.

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Hosts: Emily Alters & Marissa Ray

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]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:51:25 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Travis Hawkins, Emily Alters, Marissa Ray) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/cultivating-creativity-curiosity-in-our-kids-ckPSOGoA From big questions to big imaginations, every child has a unique spark of creativity worth noticing and nurturing.

In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Emily and Marissa sit down with Travis Hawkins, Manager of the Creative Services team at WinShape Camps to talk about what it looks like to nurture creativity and curiosity in our kids. Together, they explore how creativity reflects the heart of our Creator, how every child may express their creativity differently, and how parents can encourage it in simple, meaningful ways.

Whether your child loves to build, imagine, ask questions, make music, or paint, this conversation will encourage you to see creativity as a gift from God worth noticing and nurturing. Plus, Travis shares practical ideas for helping kids grow in curiosity, confidence, and wonder.

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Guest: Travis Hawkins

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]]> Cultivating Creativity & Curiosity in our Kids Travis Hawkins, Emily Alters, Marissa Ray 00:29:08 From big questions to big imaginations, every child has a unique spark of creativity worth noticing and nurturing. Travis Hawkins joins us today to talk about what it looks like to nurture creativity and curiosity in our kids. Together, they explore how creativity reflects the heart of our Creator, how every child may express their creativity differently, and how parents can encourage it in simple, meaningful ways. Whether your child loves to build, imagine, ask questions, make music, or paint, this conversation will encourage you to see creativity as a gift from God worth noticing and nurturing. Plus, Travis shares practical ideas for helping kids grow in curiosity, confidence, and wonder. From big questions to big imaginations, every child has a unique spark of creativity worth noticing and nurturing. Travis Hawkins joins us today to talk about what it looks like to nurture creativity and curiosity in our kids. Together, they explore how creativity reflects the heart of our Creator, how every child may express their creativity differently, and how parents can encourage it in simple, meaningful ways. Whether your child loves to build, imagine, ask questions, make music, or paint, this conversation will encourage you to see creativity as a gift from God worth noticing and nurturing. Plus, Travis shares practical ideas for helping kids grow in curiosity, confidence, and wonder. carpool, inspiring creativity, travis hawkins, questions to ask kids, questions for kids, creativity, christian, inspire creativity, winshape, kids creativity, faith podcast, dads, jesus, inspire curiosity, family conversation starters, dad tips, creative kids, christian parenting, family, christian parenting podcast, curiosity, christian dad, christian mom, imagination, kids, creative, mom podcast, family discussions, creative parenting, faith kids, christian parenting tips, conversation starters, jesus kids podcast, wonder, family conversation, kids faith, winshape foundation, creative thinking, inspiring wonder, camp winshape, parenting tips, faith in kids, carpool conversations, podcast, cultivating curiosity, create, mom tips, kids wonder, creative parenting podcast, created to create, kids curiosity, kids imagination, christian marriage, cultivating creativity, kids questions, faith, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, dad podast, moms false full 64 44c2c99f-75f8-46fc-a90f-8fb85db38743 Helping Kids Name & Navigate Their Emotions Kids experience a lot of emotions—and sometimes those feelings can change by the minute. As parents, it can be hard to know how to help our kids understand what they’re feeling and express themselves in healthy ways. 

In this episode we sit down with author, speaker, and family coach Dr. Josh Straub to talk about why emotional awareness matters and how parents can create space for meaningful conversations about feelings.

Josh and his wife, Christi, have dedicated their work to helping families grow in emotional intelligence and healthy relationships. Together, they’ve written a children’s book series designed to help kids name and navigate their emotions. In this conversation, they discuss why helping kids identify their feelings is such an important part of spiritual and emotional growth, how simple tools can help kids express what they're feeling, and how parents can guide their children to invite God into every emotion—from anger and worry to joy and gratitude.

If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child talk about big emotions—or how to respond with empathy when feelings run high—this episode offers practical encouragement and simple ways to start meaningful, faith-centered conversations at home.

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Book: What Am I Feeling - by Dr. Josh Straub & Christi Straub

Book: What Do I Do With Anger?

Book: What Do I Do With Worry?

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Question of the Week: What is one feeling to describe how you felt today? Why?

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]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:28:25 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Josh Straub, Sara Jones, Marissa Ray) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-name-and-navigate-their-emotions-a9UrB3Io Kids experience a lot of emotions—and sometimes those feelings can change by the minute. As parents, it can be hard to know how to help our kids understand what they’re feeling and express themselves in healthy ways. 

In this episode we sit down with author, speaker, and family coach Dr. Josh Straub to talk about why emotional awareness matters and how parents can create space for meaningful conversations about feelings.

Josh and his wife, Christi, have dedicated their work to helping families grow in emotional intelligence and healthy relationships. Together, they’ve written a children’s book series designed to help kids name and navigate their emotions. In this conversation, they discuss why helping kids identify their feelings is such an important part of spiritual and emotional growth, how simple tools can help kids express what they're feeling, and how parents can guide their children to invite God into every emotion—from anger and worry to joy and gratitude.

If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child talk about big emotions—or how to respond with empathy when feelings run high—this episode offers practical encouragement and simple ways to start meaningful, faith-centered conversations at home.

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Meet our guest: Josh Straub

Book: What Am I Feeling - by Dr. Josh Straub & Christi Straub

Book: What Do I Do With Anger?

Book: What Do I Do With Worry?

Famous at Home Podcast

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Question of the Week: What is one feeling to describe how you felt today? Why?

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Guest: Josh Straub

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Helping Kids Name & Navigate Their Emotions Josh Straub, Sara Jones, Marissa Ray 00:45:58 Kids experience a lot of emotions—and sometimes those feelings can change by the minute. As parents, it can be hard to know how to help our kids understand what they’re feeling and express themselves in healthy ways. In this episode we sit down with author, speaker, and family coach Dr. Josh Straub to talk about why emotional awareness matters and how parents can create space for meaningful conversations about feelings. Kids experience a lot of emotions—and sometimes those feelings can change by the minute. As parents, it can be hard to know how to help our kids understand what they’re feeling and express themselves in healthy ways. In this episode we sit down with author, speaker, and family coach Dr. Josh Straub to talk about why emotional awareness matters and how parents can create space for meaningful conversations about feelings. emotional safety, emotion chart, parent tips, feelings, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, emotion, sara jones, elementary kids, winshape, anger, discipleship, kids emotions, worry, family podcast, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, christian dad, christian mom, emotional, amy lowe, kids, mom podcast, christian kids, parents, feelings chart, jesus family podcast, preparing kids, josh straub, christi straub, kids faith, managing emotions, parenting tips, kid emotions, kids feelings, carpool conversations, middle school kids, jesus kids, emotions, raising kids, marriage, what am i feeling, raising christian kids, marissa ray, christian marriage, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, naming emotions false full 63 0b5d185e-c066-47a1-a376-7cd033727ce7 Mom Guilt & Trusting God with the Pressures of Parenting From the pressure to “get it right” to the constant second-guessing, so many of us carry quiet questions in motherhood: Am I doing enough? Am I messing this up? Am I a good mom?

In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and podcast host Hallie Dye to talk honestly about the weight moms carry—and the freedom found in surrendering that weight to the One who never fails.

Hallie shares the heart behind her first book, You’re Still a Good Mom: Motherhood Surrendered to the One Who Never Fails, and unpacks what it really means to be “a good mom” from a biblical perspective. Together, they discuss why our limitations are by design, how surrender reshapes the way we approach our roles, and how to navigate the tension between responsibility and trust in God.

Whether you’re in the thick of diapers and sleepless nights or navigating new challenges with older kids, this conversation is a gentle reminder: your worth was never meant to be measured by your performance.

You are still a good mom.

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Meet our guest: Hallie Dye

Book: You’re Still a Good Mom: Motherhood Surrendered to the One Who Never Fails 

Podcast: The Saltworks

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Question of the Week: What is something you enjoy and want me to keep doing as your mom/dad?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guest: Hallie Dye

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Marissa Ray, Hallie Dye) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/mom-guilt-trusting-god-with-the-pressures-of-parenting-BdGpka0C From the pressure to “get it right” to the constant second-guessing, so many of us carry quiet questions in motherhood: Am I doing enough? Am I messing this up? Am I a good mom?

In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and podcast host Hallie Dye to talk honestly about the weight moms carry—and the freedom found in surrendering that weight to the One who never fails.

Hallie shares the heart behind her first book, You’re Still a Good Mom: Motherhood Surrendered to the One Who Never Fails, and unpacks what it really means to be “a good mom” from a biblical perspective. Together, they discuss why our limitations are by design, how surrender reshapes the way we approach our roles, and how to navigate the tension between responsibility and trust in God.

Whether you’re in the thick of diapers and sleepless nights or navigating new challenges with older kids, this conversation is a gentle reminder: your worth was never meant to be measured by your performance.

You are still a good mom.

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Meet our guest: Hallie Dye

Book: You’re Still a Good Mom: Motherhood Surrendered to the One Who Never Fails 

Podcast: The Saltworks

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Question of the Week: What is something you enjoy and want me to keep doing as your mom/dad?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guest: Hallie Dye

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Mom Guilt & Trusting God with the Pressures of Parenting Sara Jones, Marissa Ray, Hallie Dye 00:44:48 From the pressure to “get it right” to the constant comparison and second-guessing, so many of us carry quiet questions in motherhood: Am I doing enough? Am I messing this up? Am I a good mom? In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and podcast host Hallie Dye to talk honestly about the weight moms carry—and the freedom found in surrendering that weight to the One who never fails. From the pressure to “get it right” to the constant comparison and second-guessing, so many of us carry quiet questions in motherhood: Am I doing enough? Am I messing this up? Am I a good mom? In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and podcast host Hallie Dye to talk honestly about the weight moms carry—and the freedom found in surrendering that weight to the One who never fails. motherhood surrenders, camps, winshape, weight of parenting, mom guilt, winshape foundation podcast, dads, winshape marriage, parenting, mom wellness, dad guilt, trust god, dad podcast, christian parenting, pressure, mom shame, a good mom, mom pressure, christian mom, guilt, kids, mom podcast, christian author, surrendering control, overnight camp, surrendering, winshape podcast, good mom, mom faith, camps podcast, winshape camps podcast, christian camp, kids faith, hallie dye, winshape foundation, mom limitations, motherhood, carpool conversations, summer camp for kids, mom questions, you're still a good mom, summer camp, mom tips, weight of motherhood, summer camp podcast, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, christian motherhood, trusting god, moms, surrender false full 62 f6285b47-bacb-4035-9dc5-b56b7134aa73 Learning to Slow Down as a Family In a culture that celebrates busy schedules and constant hustle, what would it look like to slow down as a family?

This week, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and mom of four, Samantha Decker, to talk about unhurried parenting. Drawing from her book Unhurried, Samantha shares how the Lord used a simple call to to reshape her family’s rhythms and perspective on eternity.

They discuss margin, the connection between control and hurry, and practical steps for creating a schedule that makes room for what matters most. This episode offers encouragement and hope for anyone feeling stretched thin or stuck in a cycle of hurry.

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Meet our guest: Samantha Decker

Unhurried – written by Samantha Decker

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Question of the Week: Where in our lives do you think we need to slow down as a family?

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Guest: Samantha Decker

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:51:30 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Samantha Decker, Sara Jones, Marissa Ray) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/learning-to-slow-down-as-a-family-LdufwMrg In a culture that celebrates busy schedules and constant hustle, what would it look like to slow down as a family?

This week, Sara and Marissa sit down with author and mom of four, Samantha Decker, to talk about unhurried parenting. Drawing from her book Unhurried, Samantha shares how the Lord used a simple call to to reshape her family’s rhythms and perspective on eternity.

They discuss margin, the connection between control and hurry, and practical steps for creating a schedule that makes room for what matters most. This episode offers encouragement and hope for anyone feeling stretched thin or stuck in a cycle of hurry.

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Meet our guest: Samantha Decker

Unhurried – written by Samantha Decker

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Question of the Week: Where in our lives do you think we need to slow down as a family?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guest: Samantha Decker

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Learning to Slow Down as a Family Samantha Decker, Sara Jones, Marissa Ray 00:32:23 In a culture that celebrates busy schedules and constant hustle, what would it look like to slow down as a family? We sat down with author and mom of four, Samantha Decker, to talk about unhurried parenting. Drawing from her book Unhurried, Samantha shares how the Lord used a simple call to to reshape her family’s rhythms and perspective on eternity.They discuss margin, the connection between control and hurry, and practical steps for creating a schedule that makes room for what matters most. This episode offers encouragement and hope for anyone feeling stretched thin or stuck in a cycle of hurry. In a culture that celebrates busy schedules and constant hustle, what would it look like to slow down as a family? We sat down with author and mom of four, Samantha Decker, to talk about unhurried parenting. Drawing from her book Unhurried, Samantha shares how the Lord used a simple call to to reshape her family’s rhythms and perspective on eternity.They discuss margin, the connection between control and hurry, and practical steps for creating a schedule that makes room for what matters most. This episode offers encouragement and hope for anyone feeling stretched thin or stuck in a cycle of hurry. carpool, camp, parent tips, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, winshape, moms podcast, carpool converstaions, jesus, purpose, winshape marriage, parenting, hurry, family podcast, kids conversation starters, dad tips, christian parenting, christian parenting podcast, christian dad, christian mom, kids, unhurried parenting, christian author, releasing control, carpool conversation, author, control, christian parenting tips, conversation starters, christian family, family purpose, kids faith, winshape foundation, camp winshape, winshape podcant, unhurried, parenting tips, carpool conversations, podcast, dads podcast, summer camp, dad, leading family, rush, mom tips, busy, raising kids, summer camp podcast, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, busyness false full 61 ab25eb3e-3f7d-4f70-a5b3-d6d90e0f3dbf Raising Kids with a Heart for the World How do we help our kids see beyond themselves—and discover their place in God’s bigger story? In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Sara and Marissa sit down with author, illustrator, and global ministry leader Sarah Nunnally to talk about giving kids a vision for their community and the nations.

Drawing from her years serving overseas and her new children’s book series God Everywhere, Sarah shares practical, hope-filled ways parents can nurture compassion, curiosity, and faith in their kids—starting right where they are. You’ll walk away encouraged and equipped to help your children love their neighbors near and far and see how God invites every family into His global story.

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Meet our Guest: Sarah Nunnally

Books: God Everywhere Series - written and illustrated by Sarah Nunnally

Videos: Beginner Art Tutorials by Sarah Nunnally

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Question of the Week: How do you think God has designed you uniquely to serve and love others around the world?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guest: Sarah Nunnally

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Marissa Ray, Sarah Nunnally) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/raising-kids-with-a-heart-for-the-world-ILgtiu4c How do we help our kids see beyond themselves—and discover their place in God’s bigger story? In this episode of Carpool Conversations, Sara and Marissa sit down with author, illustrator, and global ministry leader Sarah Nunnally to talk about giving kids a vision for their community and the nations.

Drawing from her years serving overseas and her new children’s book series God Everywhere, Sarah shares practical, hope-filled ways parents can nurture compassion, curiosity, and faith in their kids—starting right where they are. You’ll walk away encouraged and equipped to help your children love their neighbors near and far and see how God invites every family into His global story.

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Meet our Guest: Sarah Nunnally

Books: God Everywhere Series - written and illustrated by Sarah Nunnally

Videos: Beginner Art Tutorials by Sarah Nunnally

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Question of the Week: How do you think God has designed you uniquely to serve and love others around the world?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guest: Sarah Nunnally

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Raising Kids with a Heart for the World Sara Jones, Marissa Ray, Sarah Nunnally 00:32:13 How do we help our kids see beyond themselves—and discover their place in God’s bigger story? Today we sit down with author, illustrator, and global ministry leader Sarah Nunnally to talk about giving kids a vision for their community and the nations. Sarah shares practical, hope-filled ways parents can nurture compassion, curiosity, and faith in their kids—starting right where they are. You’ll walk away encouraged and equipped to help your children love their neighbors near and far and see how God invites every family into His global story. How do we help our kids see beyond themselves—and discover their place in God’s bigger story? Today we sit down with author, illustrator, and global ministry leader Sarah Nunnally to talk about giving kids a vision for their community and the nations. Sarah shares practical, hope-filled ways parents can nurture compassion, curiosity, and faith in their kids—starting right where they are. You’ll walk away encouraged and equipped to help your children love their neighbors near and far and see how God invites every family into His global story. carpool, camp, love thy neighbor, serving with our kids, conversation starter, servants heart, christian, heart for the world, winshape, moms podcast, kids conversations, car pool, winshape marriage, family podcast, kingdom work, family conversation starters, dad tips, christian parenting, family, love your neighbor, christian parenting podcast, christian dad, christian mom, mission work, world, kids, parent encouragement, service, carpool conversation, kingdom, conversation starters, serving others, sarah nunnelly, kids faith, winshape foundation, love, camp winshape, bigger picture, carpool conversations, raising kids podcast, community, podcast, dads podcast, summer camp, mom tips, raising kids, serving, raising christian kids, marissa ray, kids podcast, god everywhere, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, missionaries, raising kids in faith false full 60 3a8d14e4-0563-4a79-baa2-0c01aa11ac50 Helping Kids See Their Worth Through God's Eyes Where do our kids learn what they’re worth – and how do we guide them toward the truth that their value comes from God, not achievements or approval? Today, Amy and Marissa are joined by returning guest Margaret Sharpe to talk about how the question of worth shows up at every stage of childhood, from early elementary through high school. Together, they unpack the lies that kids often believe about themselves, how those lies evolve as kids grow, and how Scripture speaks directly to the questions our kids are asking – even when they can't find the words for them. 

You’ll also get a sneak peek into WinShape Camps’ upcoming theme for summer 2026, ASCEND: Encounters with the Holy God, and walk away with gospel-centered truths to help your kids (and yourself) rest in the worth God has already given.

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WinShape Camps 2026 Theme Preview: Ascend

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Question of the Week: What do you think that God thinks about you?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guest: Margaret Sharpe

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Margaret Sharpe, Amy Lowe, Marissa Ray) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-see-their-worth-through-gods-eyes-UCBq3Fum Where do our kids learn what they’re worth – and how do we guide them toward the truth that their value comes from God, not achievements or approval? Today, Amy and Marissa are joined by returning guest Margaret Sharpe to talk about how the question of worth shows up at every stage of childhood, from early elementary through high school. Together, they unpack the lies that kids often believe about themselves, how those lies evolve as kids grow, and how Scripture speaks directly to the questions our kids are asking – even when they can't find the words for them. 

You’ll also get a sneak peek into WinShape Camps’ upcoming theme for summer 2026, ASCEND: Encounters with the Holy God, and walk away with gospel-centered truths to help your kids (and yourself) rest in the worth God has already given.

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WinShape Camps 2026 Theme Preview: Ascend

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Question of the Week: What do you think that God thinks about you?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guest: Margaret Sharpe

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Helping Kids See Their Worth Through God's Eyes Margaret Sharpe, Amy Lowe, Marissa Ray 00:29:58 Where do our kids learn what they’re worth – and how do we guide them toward the truth that their value comes from God, not achievements or approval? Today, Amy and Marissa are joined by returning guest Margaret Sharpe to talk about how the question of worth shows up at every stage of childhood, from early elementary through high school. Together, they unpack the lies that kids often believe about themselves, how those lies evolve as kids grow, and how Scripture speaks directly to the questions our kids are asking. You’ll also get a sneak peek into WinShape Camps’ upcoming theme for summer 2026, ASCEND: Encounters with the Holy God, and walk away with gospel-centered truths to help your kids (and yourself) rest in the worth God has already given. Where do our kids learn what they’re worth – and how do we guide them toward the truth that their value comes from God, not achievements or approval? Today, Amy and Marissa are joined by returning guest Margaret Sharpe to talk about how the question of worth shows up at every stage of childhood, from early elementary through high school. Together, they unpack the lies that kids often believe about themselves, how those lies evolve as kids grow, and how Scripture speaks directly to the questions our kids are asking. You’ll also get a sneak peek into WinShape Camps’ upcoming theme for summer 2026, ASCEND: Encounters with the Holy God, and walk away with gospel-centered truths to help your kids (and yourself) rest in the worth God has already given. carpool, camp, conversation starter, carpool conversation winshape, christian, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, conversations, camp for kids, dads, parenting, family conversations, family podcast, faith and worth, holy spirit, christian parenting, christian moms, christian parenting podcast, true worth through god, camp podcast, holy and personal god, christian dads, carpool conversation, parents, carpool converstions, winshape podcast, mom, jesus kids podcast, god-size vision, kids faith, winshape foundation, camp winshape, parenting tips, faith in kids, carpool conversations, podcast, kids camp, middle school kids, summer camp, dad, podcast for parenting, true worth, worth, accomplishments, finding worth, discovering worth, kids worth, faith, god podcast, parent podcast, carpool conversation podcast, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, moms, parent false full 59 e7398e51-8436-4db7-946e-519e2dce4d04 Teaching Life Skills Through Chores Chores. Just hearing the word can bring up a mix of reactions—from sighs to eye rolls to “we should really work on that in our house.” In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that seems simple on the surface but can be surprisingly challenging to put into practice. We’re talking about why chores matter and how everyday responsibilities help prepare our kids for life beyond our homes—while also building important life skills through responsibility and natural consequences.

We’re joined by Kim Smelley—mom of three, camp mom, and master of what she calls “somewhat organized chaos.” Kim shares how chores have evolved in her family, what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and practical ways to encourage kids when motivation is low. Whether chores are a strength in your home or a struggle, this conversation will help you see them as an opportunity for growth, teamwork, and meaningful connection with your kids.

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Question of the Week: What is your favorite chore to do around the house? What is your least favorite chore?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Amy Lowe

Guests: Kim Smelley

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:30:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Kim Smelley, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/teaching-life-skills-through-chores-Le6ZdIAr Chores. Just hearing the word can bring up a mix of reactions—from sighs to eye rolls to “we should really work on that in our house.” In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that seems simple on the surface but can be surprisingly challenging to put into practice. We’re talking about why chores matter and how everyday responsibilities help prepare our kids for life beyond our homes—while also building important life skills through responsibility and natural consequences.

We’re joined by Kim Smelley—mom of three, camp mom, and master of what she calls “somewhat organized chaos.” Kim shares how chores have evolved in her family, what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and practical ways to encourage kids when motivation is low. Whether chores are a strength in your home or a struggle, this conversation will help you see them as an opportunity for growth, teamwork, and meaningful connection with your kids.

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Question of the Week: What is your favorite chore to do around the house? What is your least favorite chore?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Amy Lowe

Guests: Kim Smelley

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]]> Teaching Life Skills Through Chores Kim Smelley, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:36:20 Chores. Just hearing the word can bring up sighs, eye rolls, or thoughts of “we should really work on that.” In today’s episode, we’re talking about why chores matter, how they help prepare our kids for life beyond our homes, and simple ways to build responsibility through everyday tasks. We’re joined by Kim Smelley—mom of three and self-described expert in “somewhat organized chaos.” Kim shares what chores look like in her family, what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and how to encourage kids when motivation is low. Whether chores are a strength or a struggle in your home, this conversation offers practical encouragement for parents. Chores. Just hearing the word can bring up sighs, eye rolls, or thoughts of “we should really work on that.” In today’s episode, we’re talking about why chores matter, how they help prepare our kids for life beyond our homes, and simple ways to build responsibility through everyday tasks. We’re joined by Kim Smelley—mom of three and self-described expert in “somewhat organized chaos.” Kim shares what chores look like in her family, what’s worked (and what hasn’t), and how to encourage kids when motivation is low. Whether chores are a strength or a struggle in your home, this conversation offers practical encouragement for parents. carpool, camp, parent tips, mom and dad, christian, winshape, winshape camp, chores, natural consequences, parenting, family conversations, family podcast, life skills, dad tips, family tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, discussion, mom podcast, family discussions, christian family podcast, kids discussion, kim smelley, overnight camp, responsibilities, coaching kids, kids natural consequences, conversation starters, teaching natural consequences, christian camp, kids faith, winshape foundation, chores podcast, teaching responsibility, camp winshape, parenting tips, carpool conversations, dads podcast, dad, incorporating chores, mom tips, kids life skills, chores with kids, parenting podcast, winshape camps, kids chores, christian podcast, moms, parent, kids responsibilities false full 58 e1016224-f2ae-4c7b-b8e6-8d78c1c9fc66 Seeking Reconciliation and Practicing Forgiveness Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful—and the most challenging. In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with Dr. Rob and Amy Reinow from Visionary Family Ministries to talk about what reconciliation really means, why forgiveness is a heart-level issue, and how parents can cultivate a culture of healing and forgiveness in their homes. Whether you’re navigating daily conflicts or deep family hurts, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for restoring what’s broken in your family or any relationship.

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Book: Healing Family Relationships: A Guide to Peace & Reconciliation by Rob Reinow

Book: Visionary Parenting: Capturing a God-sized Image for Your Family by Rob & Amy Reinow

About: Visionary Family Ministries

Podcast: Family Vision by Dr. Rob and Amy Reinow

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Question of the Week: Which relationship in our family is the most challenging right now?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guests: Dr. Rob Reinow and Amy Reinow

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Dr. Rob Reinow, Amy Reinow, Marissa Ray, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/seeking-reconciliation-and-practicing-forgiveness-Z1vwsId6 Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful—and the most challenging. In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with Dr. Rob and Amy Reinow from Visionary Family Ministries to talk about what reconciliation really means, why forgiveness is a heart-level issue, and how parents can cultivate a culture of healing and forgiveness in their homes. Whether you’re navigating daily conflicts or deep family hurts, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for restoring what’s broken in your family or any relationship.

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Book: Healing Family Relationships: A Guide to Peace & Reconciliation by Rob Reinow

Book: Visionary Parenting: Capturing a God-sized Image for Your Family by Rob & Amy Reinow

About: Visionary Family Ministries

Podcast: Family Vision by Dr. Rob and Amy Reinow

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Question of the Week: Which relationship in our family is the most challenging right now?

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Hosts: Sara Jones & Marissa Ray

Guests: Dr. Rob Reinow and Amy Reinow

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Seeking Reconciliation and Practicing Forgiveness Dr. Rob Reinow, Amy Reinow, Marissa Ray, Sara Jones 00:44:46 Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful—and the most challenging. In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with Dr. Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries to talk about what reconciliation really means, why forgiveness is a heart-level issue, and how parents can cultivate a culture of healing and forgiveness in their homes. Whether you’re navigating daily conflicts or deep family hurts, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for restoring what’s broken in your family or any relationship. Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful—and the most challenging. In this episode, Sara and Marissa sit down with Dr. Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries to talk about what reconciliation really means, why forgiveness is a heart-level issue, and how parents can cultivate a culture of healing and forgiveness in their homes. Whether you’re navigating daily conflicts or deep family hurts, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for restoring what’s broken in your family or any relationship. carpool, camp, teaching kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, forgiveness, forgivness, winshape marriage, parenting, family podcast, family drama, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, forgive, mom podcast, christian kids, parents, winshape podcast, mom, family reconciliation, kids faith, winshape foundation, teaching forgiveness, camp winshape, parenting tips, carpool conversations, reconciliation, podcast, summer camp, dad, mom tips, kids podcast, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast false full 57 9a32680c-76d8-4304-8f1e-aaa9f9d9fefd Gaining Perspective in Parenting and Life Perspective can change the way we see life, parenting, and even our daily struggles—but it’s not always easy to gain. Amy and Sara sit down with Cody Braun, Marketing Manager for WinShape Camps and father of two, to talk about how perspective can grow patience and gratitude, why it’s so hard in the moment, and practical ways to see life more clearly.

They also explore how perspective can help in every season—mountaintops, messes, and everything in between—and Cody shares lessons from parenting his young kids. Tune in for an honest, hope-filled conversation that will help you slow down and gain a bigger God-sized view on life.

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Question of the Week: If you could go back in time, what is one thing that you would do differently?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Cody Braun

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Cody Braun, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/gaining-perspective-in-parenting-and-life-OHFW7Q1Z Perspective can change the way we see life, parenting, and even our daily struggles—but it’s not always easy to gain. Amy and Sara sit down with Cody Braun, Marketing Manager for WinShape Camps and father of two, to talk about how perspective can grow patience and gratitude, why it’s so hard in the moment, and practical ways to see life more clearly.

They also explore how perspective can help in every season—mountaintops, messes, and everything in between—and Cody shares lessons from parenting his young kids. Tune in for an honest, hope-filled conversation that will help you slow down and gain a bigger God-sized view on life.

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Question of the Week: If you could go back in time, what is one thing that you would do differently?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Cody Braun

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Gaining Perspective in Parenting and Life Cody Braun, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:27:50 Perspective can change the way we see life, parenting, and even our daily struggles—but it’s not always easy to gain. Amy and Sara sit down with Cody Braun, Marketing Manager for WinShape Camps and father of two, to talk about how perspective can grow patience and gratitude, why it’s so hard in the moment, and practical ways to see life more clearly. They explore how perspective can help in every season—mountaintops, messes, and everything in between—and Cody shares lessons from parenting his young kids. Perspective can change the way we see life, parenting, and even our daily struggles—but it’s not always easy to gain. Amy and Sara sit down with Cody Braun, Marketing Manager for WinShape Camps and father of two, to talk about how perspective can grow patience and gratitude, why it’s so hard in the moment, and practical ways to see life more clearly. They explore how perspective can help in every season—mountaintops, messes, and everything in between—and Cody shares lessons from parenting his young kids. carpool, parent conversations, parent tips, father, wind shape, sara jones, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, win shape, frustration, dads, parenting, dad tips, christian parenting, mother, christian parenting podcast, godly parenting, christian dad, christian mom, amy lowe, mom podcast, christian kids, perspective on life, carpool conversation, podcast for parents, winshape podcast, winshape camps podcast, attitude, kids faith, winshape foundation, healthy parenting, camp winshape, parenting tips, gaining perspective, parenting frustration, parenting wisdom, better perspective, parenting guilt, middle school kids, dads podcast, daily parenting struggles, mom tips, perspective, christian parents, cody braun, parenting podcast, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, moms false full 56 f53883ff-a347-4c6e-8259-3763ae368359 Helping Kids & Adults Understand Adoption Adoption is a beautiful reflection of God’s heart — but it’s also a journey filled with questions, challenges, and deep emotions. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Stephen Moore, Director of WinShape Camps for Communities and proud dad of three, two of whom are adopted. Stephen shares his family’s adoption story — from their first “yes” to welcoming their children home — and opens up about how faith has guided every step along the way.

Together, they unpack common misconceptions about adoption, how to navigate conversations about biological family, and what it looks like to help kids understand adoption in a healthy, Christ-centered way. Whether you’re considering adoption, have already adopted, or simply want to help your kids see adoption through a biblical lens, this conversation will encourage you to view family the way God does.

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Christian Kids Music - Slugs & Bugs

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Question of the Week: What makes a "family” a family?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Stephen Moore

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 5 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Stephen Moore, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-adults-understand-adoption-G8fO592e Adoption is a beautiful reflection of God’s heart — but it’s also a journey filled with questions, challenges, and deep emotions. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Stephen Moore, Director of WinShape Camps for Communities and proud dad of three, two of whom are adopted. Stephen shares his family’s adoption story — from their first “yes” to welcoming their children home — and opens up about how faith has guided every step along the way.

Together, they unpack common misconceptions about adoption, how to navigate conversations about biological family, and what it looks like to help kids understand adoption in a healthy, Christ-centered way. Whether you’re considering adoption, have already adopted, or simply want to help your kids see adoption through a biblical lens, this conversation will encourage you to view family the way God does.

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Christian Kids Music - Slugs & Bugs

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Question of the Week: What makes a "family” a family?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Stephen Moore

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Helping Kids & Adults Understand Adoption Stephen Moore, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:33:26 Adoption is a beautiful reflection of God’s heart — but it’s also a journey filled with questions, challenges, and deep emotions. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Stephen Moore, Director of WinShape Camps for Communities and proud dad of three, two of whom are adopted. Stephen shares his family’s adoption story, unpacks common misconceptions about adoption, how to navigate conversations about biological family, and what it looks like to help kids understand adoption in a Christ-centered way. Adoption is a beautiful reflection of God’s heart — but it’s also a journey filled with questions, challenges, and deep emotions. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Stephen Moore, Director of WinShape Camps for Communities and proud dad of three, two of whom are adopted. Stephen shares his family’s adoption story, unpacks common misconceptions about adoption, how to navigate conversations about biological family, and what it looks like to help kids understand adoption in a Christ-centered way. carpool, parent tips, christian adoption, adoption, elementary kids, winshape, moms podcast, kids conversations, dads, parenting, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, christian parenting podcast, blended family, mom podcast, carpool conversation, parents, adopt, christian parenting tips, conversation starters, kids faith, parenting tips, ivf, carpool conversations, adopted kids, dads podcast, faith in adoption, steven moore, raising kids, adopting, adoption journey, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, parent false full 55 2ec71b5d-6d06-44d8-ab95-1a0e4f0a4b32 Getting Your Kids Excited to Go to Church We all know how important the church is in shaping a kid's faith — it’s where foundations are built and seeds of belief take root. But let’s be honest: sometimes our kids just aren’t excited about going to church. It can start to feel more like a “have to” than a “get to.”

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Collier to talk about practical ways to help kids actually look forward to church. A father of two with over 14 years of experience in kids and camp ministry, Aaron shares wisdom and encouragement to help families make church a place their kids love to be.

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Question of the Week: What are some of your favorite parts of going to church?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Aaron Collier

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe, Aaron Collier) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/kids-excited-for-church-WC__SpGb We all know how important the church is in shaping a kid's faith — it’s where foundations are built and seeds of belief take root. But let’s be honest: sometimes our kids just aren’t excited about going to church. It can start to feel more like a “have to” than a “get to.”

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Collier to talk about practical ways to help kids actually look forward to church. A father of two with over 14 years of experience in kids and camp ministry, Aaron shares wisdom and encouragement to help families make church a place their kids love to be.

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Question of the Week: What are some of your favorite parts of going to church?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Aaron Collier

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]]> Getting Your Kids Excited to Go to Church Sara Jones, Amy Lowe, Aaron Collier 00:29:39 We all know how important the church is in shaping a kid's faith — it’s where foundations are built and seeds of belief take root. But let’s be honest: sometimes our kids just aren’t excited about going to church. It can often feel like a "have to" instead of a "get to." In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Collier to talk about practical ways to help kids actually look forward to church. A father of two with over 14 years of experience in kids and camp ministry, Aaron shares wisdom and encouragement to help families make church a place their kids love to be. We all know how important the church is in shaping a kid's faith — it’s where foundations are built and seeds of belief take root. But let’s be honest: sometimes our kids just aren’t excited about going to church. It can often feel like a "have to" instead of a "get to." In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Collier to talk about practical ways to help kids actually look forward to church. A father of two with over 14 years of experience in kids and camp ministry, Aaron shares wisdom and encouragement to help families make church a place their kids love to be. carpool, parent tips, excited for church, elementary kids, winshape, dads, church, god, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, christian parenting podcast, family church, christian dad, christian mom, amy lowe, kids, carpool podcast, kids faith, parenting tips, carpool conversations, podcast, dads podcast, mom tips, aaron collier, kids church, kids podcast, parenting podcast, go to church, parent podcast, winshape camps, new church, kid church, moms, church ministry false full 54 d681e09e-6eb4-4673-ad64-14d3de0f1ab5 When God Calls Your Family to Something New What happens when God calls your family to something new—and it feels a little scary? This week, we were joined by Andre Rose, who shares his family’s story of trusting God through a big life transition. From the first moment he sensed God might be leading them somewhere new, to their decision to finally say “yes”, Andre talks about how they navigated uncertainty together as a family.

If your family is walking through a change—or just wondering how to know if God is calling you to something new—this conversation will encourage and equip you to take that next step with confidence.

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Question of the Week: What’s the scariest part about a big change? What’s the most exciting part?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Andre Rose

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Andre Rose, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/when-god-calls-your-family-to-something-new-m88YwXvL What happens when God calls your family to something new—and it feels a little scary? This week, we were joined by Andre Rose, who shares his family’s story of trusting God through a big life transition. From the first moment he sensed God might be leading them somewhere new, to their decision to finally say “yes”, Andre talks about how they navigated uncertainty together as a family.

If your family is walking through a change—or just wondering how to know if God is calling you to something new—this conversation will encourage and equip you to take that next step with confidence.

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Question of the Week: What’s the scariest part about a big change? What’s the most exciting part?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Andre Rose

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> When God Calls Your Family to Something New Andre Rose, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:34:36 What happens when God calls your family to something new—and it feels a little scary? This week, we were joined by Andre Rose, who shares his family’s story of trusting God through a big life transition. Andre talks about how they navigated uncertainty together as a family. If your family is walking through a change—or just wondering how to know if God is calling you to something new—this conversation will encourage and equip you to take that next step with confidence. What happens when God calls your family to something new—and it feels a little scary? This week, we were joined by Andre Rose, who shares his family’s story of trusting God through a big life transition. Andre talks about how they navigated uncertainty together as a family. If your family is walking through a change—or just wondering how to know if God is calling you to something new—this conversation will encourage and equip you to take that next step with confidence. carpool, parent tips, gods call, moving, new school, elementary kids, winshape, change, grief, dads, move, kids change, god, new job, dad podcast, christian parenting, trust, big change, christian parenting podcast, christian dad, christian mom, amy lowe, kids, calling, carpool podcast, kids faith, trust in god, parenting tips, carpool conversations, podcast, dads podcast, mom tips, kids podcast, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, moms false full 53 ddaf964f-f7da-4c01-8132-74bfb42cba95 Talking to Kids About the "Birds & the Bees" Talking to our kids about the "birds & the bees" can feel overwhelming—but if we don’t, the world will have the conversation for us. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery to explore why this conversation is so important and how parents can approach it with confidence and grace. From understanding biblical sexuality to setting healthy boundaries with technology, Dr. Slattery offers practical wisdom for normalizing ongoing conversations with your kids—starting early and continuing as they grow. 

You’ll hear insights on:

• Why "the talk" can feel intimidating for parents.

• How regular conversations create openness and trust.

• Tips for having the "birds & the bees" conversation with kids.

• The connection between screen limits and protecting our kids’ hearts..

Whether your kids are little or already teens, this episode will equip you to approach the “birds and bees” with biblical truth and everyday practicality.

Links/Resources:

Dr. Juli Slattery’s Newsletter

Java with Julie Podcast

Book: Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex – Julia Sadusky

Book: Mama Bear Apologetics® Guide to Sexuality –  Hillary Morgan Ferrer

Book: Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything – Juli Slattery

PDF: 4 Tips for Talking about the Birds and Bees

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Question of the Week: 

Younger – Do you want to be a parent one day? What kind of parent do you want to be?

Older – Do people talk about sex at school?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Dr. Juli Slattery

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:27:09 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Juli Slattery, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/talking-to-our-kids-about-the-birds-the-bees-jsrOoiMa Talking to our kids about the "birds & the bees" can feel overwhelming—but if we don’t, the world will have the conversation for us. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery to explore why this conversation is so important and how parents can approach it with confidence and grace. From understanding biblical sexuality to setting healthy boundaries with technology, Dr. Slattery offers practical wisdom for normalizing ongoing conversations with your kids—starting early and continuing as they grow. 

You’ll hear insights on:

• Why "the talk" can feel intimidating for parents.

• How regular conversations create openness and trust.

• Tips for having the "birds & the bees" conversation with kids.

• The connection between screen limits and protecting our kids’ hearts..

Whether your kids are little or already teens, this episode will equip you to approach the “birds and bees” with biblical truth and everyday practicality.

Links/Resources:

Dr. Juli Slattery’s Newsletter

Java with Julie Podcast

Book: Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex – Julia Sadusky

Book: Mama Bear Apologetics® Guide to Sexuality –  Hillary Morgan Ferrer

Book: Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes Everything – Juli Slattery

PDF: 4 Tips for Talking about the Birds and Bees

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Question of the Week: 

Younger – Do you want to be a parent one day? What kind of parent do you want to be?

Older – Do people talk about sex at school?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Dr. Juli Slattery

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Talking to Kids About the "Birds & the Bees" Juli Slattery, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:30:35 Talking to our kids about the "birds & the bees" can feel overwhelming—but if we don’t, the world will have the conversation for us. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery to explore why this conversation is so important and how parents can approach it with confidence and grace. From understanding biblical sexuality to setting healthy boundaries with technology, Dr. Slattery offers practical wisdom for normalizing ongoing conversations with your kids—starting early and continuing as they grow. Whether your kids are little or already teens, this episode will equip you to approach the “birds and bees” with biblical truth and everyday practicality. Talking to our kids about the "birds & the bees" can feel overwhelming—but if we don’t, the world will have the conversation for us. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Juli Slattery to explore why this conversation is so important and how parents can approach it with confidence and grace. From understanding biblical sexuality to setting healthy boundaries with technology, Dr. Slattery offers practical wisdom for normalizing ongoing conversations with your kids—starting early and continuing as they grow. Whether your kids are little or already teens, this episode will equip you to approach the “birds and bees” with biblical truth and everyday practicality. carpool, parent tips, carpool conversations podcast, christian, moms podcast, juli slattery, faith podcast, winshape podast, juli, winshape marriage, parenting, family conversations, kids technology, dad tips, family tips, sex, christian parenting, dr. slattery, family, sexuality, christian mom, mom podcast, carpool conversation, mom, kids faith, parenting tips, carpool conversations, sex in marriage, slattery, dads podcast, dad, biblical sexuality, mom tips, raising kids, the talk, conversation, faith, parent podcast, christian podcast, moms, parent, birds & the bees false full 52 cc568da5-d533-4372-984e-970b82dae01d Helping our Kids Through Grief In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Kendy Bowman as she shares her journey of parenting through grief after the passing of her husband, Cameron. She talks about the unexpected ways God prepared her family, the peace that surpasses understanding, and how she has learned to embrace both the hard and the hopeful moments along the way.

Kendy also opens up about what it looks like to help kids process something you’ve never experienced yourself, creating a new life as a family, and finding joy again even as grief remains. Whether you’re walking through grief yourself or want to support someone who is, this conversation offers encouragement, practical steps, and the reminder that you are not alone.

Book: The Grieving Brain

Book: The Grieving Body

Book: My Wynter Season

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Question of the Week: What are ways we can care for someone who has lost someone?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Kendy Bowman

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Kendy Bowman, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-through-grief-vZ_RxnaQ In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Kendy Bowman as she shares her journey of parenting through grief after the passing of her husband, Cameron. She talks about the unexpected ways God prepared her family, the peace that surpasses understanding, and how she has learned to embrace both the hard and the hopeful moments along the way.

Kendy also opens up about what it looks like to help kids process something you’ve never experienced yourself, creating a new life as a family, and finding joy again even as grief remains. Whether you’re walking through grief yourself or want to support someone who is, this conversation offers encouragement, practical steps, and the reminder that you are not alone.

Book: The Grieving Brain

Book: The Grieving Body

Book: My Wynter Season

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Question of the Week: What are ways we can care for someone who has lost someone?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Kendy Bowman

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Helping our Kids Through Grief Kendy Bowman, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:41:39 In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Kendy Bowman as she shares her journey of parenting through grief after the passing of her husband, Cameron. She talks about the unexpected ways God prepared her family, the peace that surpasses understanding, and how she has learned to embrace both the hard and the hopeful moments along the way. Kendy also opens up about what it looks like to help kids process something you’ve never experienced yourself, creating a new life as a family, and finding joy again even as grief remains. She offers encouragement for parents to live intentionally and shares practical ways we can support families walking through grief with grace, presence, and compassion. In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Kendy Bowman as she shares her journey of parenting through grief after the passing of her husband, Cameron. She talks about the unexpected ways God prepared her family, the peace that surpasses understanding, and how she has learned to embrace both the hard and the hopeful moments along the way. Kendy also opens up about what it looks like to help kids process something you’ve never experienced yourself, creating a new life as a family, and finding joy again even as grief remains. She offers encouragement for parents to live intentionally and shares practical ways we can support families walking through grief with grace, presence, and compassion. carpool, christian, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, grief, dads, kids grief, parenting, teen kids, kids grieving, parenting advice, christian parenting, mourn, mourning, carpool conversation, mom, teens, dead, podcast, dad, teen, chick-fil-a, pre-teen, carpool convesations, winshape camps, moms, death, parent false full 51 27373c14-f207-46f4-a3f8-1674be44409f Becoming a More Engaged Parent What does it really mean to be an engaged parent? In this episode, Michael Kelley—author of The Whole Story for the Whole Family—joins us to talk about parenting with intentionality. From helping kids grow in faith to normalizing spiritual conversations at home, Michael unpacks the mindset and actions that shape engaged parenting. Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating the teen years, this conversation offers encouragement, practical tips, and a reminder that parenting is more of a field than a factory.

Book: The Whole Story for the Whole Family – by Michael Kelley

Book: The Tech-Wise Family – by Andy Crouch

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Question of the Week: 

(Younger) What do you think it would mean for me to be the "best parent ever?" 

(Older) Where do you need me to dial in more into your life? Where would you like me to step back?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Michael Kelley

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:30:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Michael Kelley, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/having-the-mindset-of-an-engaged-parent-fsa9_h9U What does it really mean to be an engaged parent? In this episode, Michael Kelley—author of The Whole Story for the Whole Family—joins us to talk about parenting with intentionality. From helping kids grow in faith to normalizing spiritual conversations at home, Michael unpacks the mindset and actions that shape engaged parenting. Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating the teen years, this conversation offers encouragement, practical tips, and a reminder that parenting is more of a field than a factory.

Book: The Whole Story for the Whole Family – by Michael Kelley

Book: The Tech-Wise Family – by Andy Crouch

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Question of the Week: 

(Younger) What do you think it would mean for me to be the "best parent ever?" 

(Older) Where do you need me to dial in more into your life? Where would you like me to step back?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Michael Kelley

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Becoming a More Engaged Parent Michael Kelley, Amy Lowe 00:37:28 What does it really mean to be an engaged parent? In this episode, Michael Kelley—author of The Whole Story for the Whole Family—joins us to talk about parenting with intentionality. From helping kids grow in faith to normalizing spiritual conversations at home, Michael unpacks the mindset and actions that shape engaged parenting. Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating the teen years, this conversation offers encouragement, practical tips, and a reminder that discipleship and raising kids is more of a field than a factory. What does it really mean to be an engaged parent? In this episode, Michael Kelley—author of The Whole Story for the Whole Family—joins us to talk about parenting with intentionality. From helping kids grow in faith to normalizing spiritual conversations at home, Michael unpacks the mindset and actions that shape engaged parenting. Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating the teen years, this conversation offers encouragement, practical tips, and a reminder that discipleship and raising kids is more of a field than a factory. carpool, camp, intentional parenting, parent tips, father, christian, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, discipleship, family discipleship, christian discipleship, parenting, family podcast, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, mother, christian parenting podcast, family experiences, intentionality, michael kelley, christian mom, kids, mom podcast, parents, faith parenting, mom, engaged parenting, winshape foundation, engaged parent, parenting tips, carpool conversations, summer camp, dad, raising kids, kids podcast, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, parent false full 50 f5c77097-647d-41cf-a40f-9b346c77de14 The Five Love Languages of Kids with Dr. Gary Chapman Every kid receives love differently. Understanding how your kids best experience love can transform your relationship with them. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman—world-renowned author of The 5 Love Languages—as he shares how understanding your kids' unique love language can strengthen your connection and help them feel truly loved. Learn practical ways to speak love in a way your kids can hear, understand, and feel.

The Five Love Languages

The Five Love Languages of Children

The Five Love Languages Quizzes

Teen's Guide to the Five Love Languages

Choose Greatness: 11 Wise Decisions that Brave Young Men Make

Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Became Parents

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Question of the Week: How do you love someone who is super different than you?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Dr. Gary Chapman

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Dr. Gary Chapman) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/love-languages-gary-chapman-qx5eXJpa Every kid receives love differently. Understanding how your kids best experience love can transform your relationship with them. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman—world-renowned author of The 5 Love Languages—as he shares how understanding your kids' unique love language can strengthen your connection and help them feel truly loved. Learn practical ways to speak love in a way your kids can hear, understand, and feel.

The Five Love Languages

The Five Love Languages of Children

The Five Love Languages Quizzes

Teen's Guide to the Five Love Languages

Choose Greatness: 11 Wise Decisions that Brave Young Men Make

Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Became Parents

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Question of the Week: How do you love someone who is super different than you?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Dr. Gary Chapman

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> The Five Love Languages of Kids with Dr. Gary Chapman Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Dr. Gary Chapman 00:26:42 Every kid receives love differently. Understanding how your kids best experience love can transform your relationship with them. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman—world-renowned author of The 5 Love Languages—as he shares how understanding your child’s unique love language can strengthen your connection and help them feel truly loved. Learn practical ways to speak love in a way your kids can hear, understand, and feel. Every kid receives love differently. Understanding how your kids best experience love can transform your relationship with them. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Dr. Gary Chapman—world-renowned author of The 5 Love Languages—as he shares how understanding your child’s unique love language can strengthen your connection and help them feel truly loved. Learn practical ways to speak love in a way your kids can hear, understand, and feel. carpool, intentional parenting, parent tips, winshape, spouse, kid love langauges, child love language, parenting, step marriage, co parenting, family podcast, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, kids, kid love language, mom podcast, parents, dr gary chapman, conversation starters, winshape foundation, camp winshape, carpool conversations, love languages, love langauge, marriage, child love languages, kids podcast, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, parent, gary chapman false full 49 a047ec42-46fb-4df3-bf1b-e7780bc4857c Navigating Blended Family Challenges with Ron Deal Did you know that over 35% of Americans today have a step-relationship? Blended families are more common than ever—and with them come unique dynamics that can be both beautiful and complex.

In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Ron Deal, one of the nation’s leading experts on stepfamilies, to talk about how parents can lead with grace, patience, and understanding in blended family dynamics. Ron shares powerful metaphors, like his famous "crock-pot" analogy, to explain why these families need time—not pressure—to thrive. He also unpacks common challenges, offers practical tools for step-parents, and gives hopeful encouragement to those in the thick of it.

Whether you're parenting in a blended family, supporting one, or simply want to better understand how to love the people in your community, this conversation is full of wisdom, empathy, and next steps.

Website: Family Life Blended

Blended Family Resources: The Smart Stepfamily

The Smart Stepfamily: 7 Steps to a Healthy Family

PDF: A Guide to Building Love with the 5 P's of Step-Parenting

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Question of the Week: 

For those in Step-families: What are some benefits of us having a blended family? 

For those not in Step-families: Who do you know that might be in a blended family and what kind of questions do you have about blended families?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Ron Deal

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Wed, 2 Jul 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Ron Deal, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-the-challenges-of-blended-families-with-ron-deal-YclpqumL Did you know that over 35% of Americans today have a step-relationship? Blended families are more common than ever—and with them come unique dynamics that can be both beautiful and complex.

In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Ron Deal, one of the nation’s leading experts on stepfamilies, to talk about how parents can lead with grace, patience, and understanding in blended family dynamics. Ron shares powerful metaphors, like his famous "crock-pot" analogy, to explain why these families need time—not pressure—to thrive. He also unpacks common challenges, offers practical tools for step-parents, and gives hopeful encouragement to those in the thick of it.

Whether you're parenting in a blended family, supporting one, or simply want to better understand how to love the people in your community, this conversation is full of wisdom, empathy, and next steps.

Website: Family Life Blended

Blended Family Resources: The Smart Stepfamily

The Smart Stepfamily: 7 Steps to a Healthy Family

PDF: A Guide to Building Love with the 5 P's of Step-Parenting

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Question of the Week: 

For those in Step-families: What are some benefits of us having a blended family? 

For those not in Step-families: Who do you know that might be in a blended family and what kind of questions do you have about blended families?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Ron Deal

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Navigating Blended Family Challenges with Ron Deal Ron Deal, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:51:58 Blended families are more common than ever—and with them come unique dynamics that can be both beautiful and complex. In this episode, Amy and Sara are joined by blended family expert Ron Deal to talk about how parents can guide kids through the realities of blended family life with grace, patience, and love. Whether your family is blended or you simply want to better understand and support the ones around you, this conversation is full of wisdom, empathy, and practical insight for every parent. Blended families are more common than ever—and with them come unique dynamics that can be both beautiful and complex. In this episode, Amy and Sara are joined by blended family expert Ron Deal to talk about how parents can guide kids through the realities of blended family life with grace, patience, and love. Whether your family is blended or you simply want to better understand and support the ones around you, this conversation is full of wisdom, empathy, and practical insight for every parent. carpool, intentional parenting, parent tips, step parent, winshape, co-parents, step-kid, spouse, co-parenting success, parenting, step marriage, co parenting, family podcast, stepchild, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, step-family, step-kids, blended parenting, kids, blended family, mom podcast, parents, conversation starters, winshape foundation, stepfamily, blended, step-mom, step spouse, camp winshape, carpool conversations, blended families, coparents, co-parenting, parenting step-kids, step-parenting tips, marriage, step-dad, kids podcast, parenting podcast, step-family podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, parent, step-parenting false full 48 9f096c44-14a2-48cc-b480-43bf397c1db8 Investing in Your Marriage with Genee Francis Marriage takes intentionality—and in the middle of raising kids, balancing work, and keeping up with the daily grind, it’s easy for couples to put their relationship on the back burner. In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Genee Francis, Assistant Director of Content and Programming at WinShape Marriage, to talk about what it really looks like to invest in your marriage. 

From practical rhythms to heart-level encouragement, Genee shares wisdom for strengthening connection, building trust, and keeping Christ at the center—no matter your season. Whether you’re newly married or years into the journey, this conversation is filled with hope, humor, and practical ways to grow stronger together.

Explore WinShape Marriage Retreat Options

Explore WinShape Marriage Free Resources

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Question of the Week: What qualities are you going to look for in someone to marry one day? Why are those important to you? 

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guests: Genee Francis

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Genee Francis, Marissa Ray, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/investing-in-your-marriage-with-genee-francis-1iNUVvuX Marriage takes intentionality—and in the middle of raising kids, balancing work, and keeping up with the daily grind, it’s easy for couples to put their relationship on the back burner. In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Genee Francis, Assistant Director of Content and Programming at WinShape Marriage, to talk about what it really looks like to invest in your marriage. 

From practical rhythms to heart-level encouragement, Genee shares wisdom for strengthening connection, building trust, and keeping Christ at the center—no matter your season. Whether you’re newly married or years into the journey, this conversation is filled with hope, humor, and practical ways to grow stronger together.

Explore WinShape Marriage Retreat Options

Explore WinShape Marriage Free Resources

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Question of the Week: What qualities are you going to look for in someone to marry one day? Why are those important to you? 

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Guests: Genee Francis

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Investing in Your Marriage with Genee Francis Genee Francis, Marissa Ray, Amy Lowe 00:23:39 Marriage takes intentionality—and in the middle of raising kids, balancing work, and keeping up with the daily grind, it’s easy for couples to put their relationship on the back burner. In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Genee Francis, Assistant Director of Content and Programming at WinShape Marriage, to talk about what it really looks like to invest in your marriage. From practical rhythms to heart-level encouragement, Genee shares wisdom for strengthening connection, building trust, and keeping Christ at the center—no matter your season. Marriage takes intentionality—and in the middle of raising kids, balancing work, and keeping up with the daily grind, it’s easy for couples to put their relationship on the back burner. In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Genee Francis, Assistant Director of Content and Programming at WinShape Marriage, to talk about what it really looks like to invest in your marriage. From practical rhythms to heart-level encouragement, Genee shares wisdom for strengthening connection, building trust, and keeping Christ at the center—no matter your season. carpool, christian marriage retreats, family camp, wife, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, faith in marriage, marriage resources, winshape marriage podcast, winshape marriage, parenting, dad podcast, christian parenting, wives, christian mom, marriage retreats, marriage retreat, modeling marriage, mom podcast, married podcast, carpool conversation, parents, marriage myths, christian family, christian camp, husbands, christian marriage podcast, healthy parenting, camp winshape, marriage tips, husband, carpool conversations, investing in marriage, marriage advice, dads podcast, summer camp, marriage questions, conflict in marriage, marriage podcast, marriage, christian marriage, healthy marriage, marriage and parenting, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, resources, christian podcast, married, parent, marriage parenting false full 47 c9e158ed-e24f-4e69-a617-10a509ca1516 How Summer Camp Helps Kids Grow What makes summer camp such a meaningful and formative experience for kids—and why do so many keep coming back year after year? In this episode, Amy sits down with two leaders from the WinShape Camps team for a behind-the-scenes look at how camp is intentionally designed to help kids grow in faith, confidence, and resilience. From counselor influences to outdoor play and faith-filled moments that stick, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how camp can shape your kids in powerful ways. You'll also hear about what sets WinShape Camps apart, why camp remains valuable as kids get older, and how it creates a safe space for them to try new things, build relationships, and thrive.

WinShape Camps Website

Podcast: Are My Kids Ready for Overnight Camp?

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Question of the Week: What is a recent challenge that you have overcome?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe

Guests: Keenan Riley & Emma Del Sesto

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 4 Jun 2025 09:30:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Keenan Riley, Emma Del Sesto, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/how-summer-camp-helps-kids-grow-l8_z0k_7 What makes summer camp such a meaningful and formative experience for kids—and why do so many keep coming back year after year? In this episode, Amy sits down with two leaders from the WinShape Camps team for a behind-the-scenes look at how camp is intentionally designed to help kids grow in faith, confidence, and resilience. From counselor influences to outdoor play and faith-filled moments that stick, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how camp can shape your kids in powerful ways. You'll also hear about what sets WinShape Camps apart, why camp remains valuable as kids get older, and how it creates a safe space for them to try new things, build relationships, and thrive.

WinShape Camps Website

Podcast: Are My Kids Ready for Overnight Camp?

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Question of the Week: What is a recent challenge that you have overcome?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe

Guests: Keenan Riley & Emma Del Sesto

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> How Summer Camp Helps Kids Grow Keenan Riley, Emma Del Sesto, Amy Lowe 00:41:44 What makes summer camp such a meaningful and formative experience for kids—and why do so many keep coming back year after year? In this episode, Amy sits down with two leaders from the WinShape Camps team for a behind-the-scenes look at how camp is intentionally designed to help kids grow in faith, confidence, and resilience. From counselor influences to outdoor play and faith-filled moments that stick, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how camp can shape your kids in powerful ways. You'll also hear about what sets WinShape Camps apart, why camp remains valuable as kids get older, and how it creates a safe space for them to try new things, build relationships, and thrive. What makes summer camp such a meaningful and formative experience for kids—and why do so many keep coming back year after year? In this episode, Amy sits down with two leaders from the WinShape Camps team for a behind-the-scenes look at how camp is intentionally designed to help kids grow in faith, confidence, and resilience. From counselor influences to outdoor play and faith-filled moments that stick, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how camp can shape your kids in powerful ways. You'll also hear about what sets WinShape Camps apart, why camp remains valuable as kids get older, and how it creates a safe space for them to try new things, build relationships, and thrive. carpool, camp, conversation starter, christian parent podcast, christian, camps, winshape, winshape camp, day camps, kids resilience, camp for kids, jesus, parenting, day camp, christian parenting, amy lowe, kids, parents, overnight camp, christian camp, camp winshape, carpool conversations, kids development, kids camp, kids confidence, summer camp for kids, summer camp, resilience, faith camp, jesus camp, benefits of camp, fun for kids, kids growth, faith, winshape camps, benefits false full 46 a6205729-ddbf-440a-a0ec-397a60dd1733 Helping Kids Develop Big Hearts & Calm Minds Parenting today can feel more challenging than ever before. Research shows that anxiety is increasing at an alarming rate, and there seems to be a decrease in kindness happening at the same time. That's where some Biblical truth can help us as parents. In this episode, Sara and Amy sit down with Ammie Akin — a wife, mom of three boys, and career educator with a background spanning all levels of administration, from elementary to high school and college. Ammie shares about being authentic as a parent, utilizing the Bible to help guide you, finding joy in whatever stage of parenting you're in, and being intentional in everyday moments.

Book: The Anxious Generation

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Question of the Week: Who is the kindest person you encounter at school (or you can pick a different location)? What specific things do they do that made you think of them as kind?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Ammie Akin

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 21 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Ammie Akin) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-develop-big-hearts-calm-minds-vohaHEDP Parenting today can feel more challenging than ever before. Research shows that anxiety is increasing at an alarming rate, and there seems to be a decrease in kindness happening at the same time. That's where some Biblical truth can help us as parents. In this episode, Sara and Amy sit down with Ammie Akin — a wife, mom of three boys, and career educator with a background spanning all levels of administration, from elementary to high school and college. Ammie shares about being authentic as a parent, utilizing the Bible to help guide you, finding joy in whatever stage of parenting you're in, and being intentional in everyday moments.

Book: The Anxious Generation

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Question of the Week: Who is the kindest person you encounter at school (or you can pick a different location)? What specific things do they do that made you think of them as kind?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Ammie Akin

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Helping Kids Develop Big Hearts & Calm Minds Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Ammie Akin 00:37:06 Parenting today can feel more challenging than ever before. Anxiety is increasing at an alarming rate, and there seems to be a decrease in kindness happening at the same time. That's where some Biblical truth can help us as parents. In this episode, Sara and Amy sit down with Ammie Akin — a wife, mom of three boys, and career educator. Ammie shares about being authentic as a parent, utilizing the Bible to help guide you, finding joy in whatever stage of parenting you're in, and being intentional in everyday moments. Parenting today can feel more challenging than ever before. Anxiety is increasing at an alarming rate, and there seems to be a decrease in kindness happening at the same time. That's where some Biblical truth can help us as parents. In this episode, Sara and Amy sit down with Ammie Akin — a wife, mom of three boys, and career educator. Ammie shares about being authentic as a parent, utilizing the Bible to help guide you, finding joy in whatever stage of parenting you're in, and being intentional in everyday moments. carpool, parent tips, disciple kids, christian, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, kind kids, dads, jesus, parenting, family podcast, god, family tips, christian parenting, trust, family, generation alpha, christian mom, amy lowe, calm minds, generation z, jesus podcast, parents, big hearts, kindness, conversation starters, jesus kids podcast, healthy parenting, parenting tips, carpool conversations, dads podcast, dad, mom tips, parenting journey, anxiety, jesus parenting, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, parent false full 45 a395ec85-73d3-415a-ab61-915e790c4780 Letting Go and Leaning Into the Holy Spirit When we walk through something hard, our instinct is often to take control, fix it ourselves, or hold everything together for the people we love. But what if healing comes not from holding on—but from letting go? And what does letting go look like?

In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Kylie White—wife, mom of four teens, philanthropist, and a servant-leader in her family’s business, Chick-fil-A. Kylie shares how God met her in the midst of a life-changing diagnosis and a pivotal moment of surrender. She opens up about her journey of letting go, discovering the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit, and finding a depth to her faith she never knew before.

Kylie's story reveals how her letting go of control led to profound spiritual transformation, and how these lessons are shaping her life as a wife, mom, and leader. We hope this episode will inspire you to loosen your grip, find peace in God’s presence, and trust in His faithfulness—even when the path ahead feels uncertain.

Kylie White's Blog

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Question of the Week: First, tell your kid(s) a story about a time when you stepped out in bold faith. What did that look like—whether big or small? Then ask them: Are there any areas where you need to take steps of bold faith?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guests: Kylie White

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Wed, 7 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (kylie white, Marissa Ray, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/letting-go-and-leaning-into-the-holy-spirit-5P3Y_ENf When we walk through something hard, our instinct is often to take control, fix it ourselves, or hold everything together for the people we love. But what if healing comes not from holding on—but from letting go? And what does letting go look like?

In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Kylie White—wife, mom of four teens, philanthropist, and a servant-leader in her family’s business, Chick-fil-A. Kylie shares how God met her in the midst of a life-changing diagnosis and a pivotal moment of surrender. She opens up about her journey of letting go, discovering the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit, and finding a depth to her faith she never knew before.

Kylie's story reveals how her letting go of control led to profound spiritual transformation, and how these lessons are shaping her life as a wife, mom, and leader. We hope this episode will inspire you to loosen your grip, find peace in God’s presence, and trust in His faithfulness—even when the path ahead feels uncertain.

Kylie White's Blog

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Question of the Week: First, tell your kid(s) a story about a time when you stepped out in bold faith. What did that look like—whether big or small? Then ask them: Are there any areas where you need to take steps of bold faith?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Marissa Ray

Guests: Kylie White

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Letting Go and Leaning Into the Holy Spirit kylie white, Marissa Ray, Amy Lowe 00:36:27 When we walk through something hard, our instinct is often to take control, fix it ourselves, or hold everything together for the people we love. But what if healing comes not from holding on—but from letting go? And what does letting go look like? In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Kylie White—wife, mom of four teens, philanthropist, and a servant-leader in her family’s business, Chick-fil-A. Kylie shares how God met her in the midst of a life-changing diagnosis and a pivotal moment of surrender. She opens up about her journey of letting go, discovering the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit, and finding a depth to her faith she never knew before. When we walk through something hard, our instinct is often to take control, fix it ourselves, or hold everything together for the people we love. But what if healing comes not from holding on—but from letting go? And what does letting go look like? In this episode, Amy and Marissa sit down with Kylie White—wife, mom of four teens, philanthropist, and a servant-leader in her family’s business, Chick-fil-A. Kylie shares how God met her in the midst of a life-changing diagnosis and a pivotal moment of surrender. She opens up about her journey of letting go, discovering the dynamic power of the Holy Spirit, and finding a depth to her faith she never knew before. carpool, parent tips, christian, winshape, letting go of control, winshape camp, moms podcast, going blind, dads, jesus, parenting, family podcast, blind, kylie white, god, holy spirit, family tips, christian parenting, trust, family, cathy family, christian mom, amy lowe, leaning into the holy spirit, surrendering control, jesus podcast, parents, heal, conversation starters, surrendering, miracles, jesus kids podcast, kids trust, truett, trust in god, miracle, healthy parenting, wellness parenting, blindness, parenting tips, carpool conversations, healing journey, dads podcast, healing miracle, dad, healing, letting go, mom tips, kylie, parenting journey, truett cathy, jesus parenting, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, parent, surrender, spiritual health false full 44 b67159a0-34a8-4066-b677-5fbc9ac0b710 Taking the Pressure Off in Parenting Parenting can feel heavy—especially when we carry around the weight of how our kids will turn out on our shoulders. But what if we weren’t meant to carry that pressure? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with bestselling author and mom of five boys, Jeannie Cunnion, to talk about parenting in freedom rather than fear.

Jeannie shares encouragement for moms and dads who are weary from trying to do it all perfectly. She dives into what it looks like to trade our performance mindset for a grace-filled approach to both parenting and our relationship with God. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teenagers, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling lighter, more equipped, and reminded that you’re not in this alone.

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Jeannie Cunnion Website

The 509 Foundation

Mom Set Free Bible Study by Jeannie Cunnion

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Question of the Week: Where are you feeling stress or pressure in your life?  And then – As your mom/dad where do I stress/worry too much in our relationship?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Jeannie Cunnion

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Jeannie Cunnion, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/taking-the-pressure-off-in-parenting-OeuYodFp Parenting can feel heavy—especially when we carry around the weight of how our kids will turn out on our shoulders. But what if we weren’t meant to carry that pressure? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with bestselling author and mom of five boys, Jeannie Cunnion, to talk about parenting in freedom rather than fear.

Jeannie shares encouragement for moms and dads who are weary from trying to do it all perfectly. She dives into what it looks like to trade our performance mindset for a grace-filled approach to both parenting and our relationship with God. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teenagers, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling lighter, more equipped, and reminded that you’re not in this alone.

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Jeannie Cunnion Website

The 509 Foundation

Mom Set Free Bible Study by Jeannie Cunnion

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Question of the Week: Where are you feeling stress or pressure in your life?  And then – As your mom/dad where do I stress/worry too much in our relationship?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Jeannie Cunnion

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Taking the Pressure Off in Parenting Jeannie Cunnion, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:39:33 Parenting can feel heavy—especially when we carry around the weight of how our kids will turn out on our shoulders. But what if we weren’t meant to carry that pressure? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with bestselling author and mom of five boys, Jeannie Cunnion, to talk about parenting in freedom rather than fear. Jeannie shares encouragement for moms and dads who are weary from trying to do it all perfectly. She dives into what it looks like to trade our performance mindset for a grace-filled approach to both parenting and our relationship with God. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teenagers, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling lighter, more equipped, and reminded that you’re not in this alone. Parenting can feel heavy—especially when we carry around the weight of how our kids will turn out on our shoulders. But what if we weren’t meant to carry that pressure? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with bestselling author and mom of five boys, Jeannie Cunnion, to talk about parenting in freedom rather than fear. Jeannie shares encouragement for moms and dads who are weary from trying to do it all perfectly. She dives into what it looks like to trade our performance mindset for a grace-filled approach to both parenting and our relationship with God. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teenagers, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling lighter, more equipped, and reminded that you’re not in this alone. carpool, elementary kids, winshape, moms podcast, parenting books, faith filled kids, dads, parenting stres, parenting, stressful parenting, family conversation starters, christian parenting, pressure, family wellness, parents podcast, conversation starters, mom, kids faith, winshape foundation, parenting author, wellness parenting, parenting tips, carpool conversations, jeannie cunnion, taking the pressure off parenting, dads podcast, freedom parenting, parenting in freedom, pre-teen, parenting pressure, grace-filled parenting, parenting podcast, winshape camps, performance mindset, parenting with grace, moms false full 43 9bdeef98-c4f3-4e73-a723-5ef5ebc6df60 Learning from Empty Nesters Today, Amy Lowe and Emily Alters sit down with two incredible parents who have launched their kids into adulthood and are now navigating the empty nest season—Jeff Stryker and Lynn Alters. Between them, Jeff and Lynn bring decades of parenting wisdom to the table. Both of their families have deep roots at WinShape Camps, with kids who spent summers growing up at camp and are now faithfully following Jesus in their own unique callings. These two empty nesters reflect on their parenting journeys—sharing both meaningful wins and honest missteps—and offer practical advice and encouragement for moms and dads still in the thick of it. Whether you're raising little ones or teenagers, their insight brings encouragement and perspective for the road ahead.

Parenting truth we’re holding onto today: You won’t do everything perfectly—but being intentional, present, and Christ-centered matters more than you think.

Plus: Don’t miss what Jeff and Lynn are still learning—even after raising kids into adulthood.

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Question of the Week: What is something I'm doing well (as a parent)? What is something I could work on (as a parent)?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Emily Alters

Guest: Lynn Alters, Jeff Stryker

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Wed, 9 Apr 2025 12:04:52 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Lynn Alters, Jeff Stryker, Emily Alters) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/learning-from-empty-nesters-SeXD1Q_0 Today, Amy Lowe and Emily Alters sit down with two incredible parents who have launched their kids into adulthood and are now navigating the empty nest season—Jeff Stryker and Lynn Alters. Between them, Jeff and Lynn bring decades of parenting wisdom to the table. Both of their families have deep roots at WinShape Camps, with kids who spent summers growing up at camp and are now faithfully following Jesus in their own unique callings. These two empty nesters reflect on their parenting journeys—sharing both meaningful wins and honest missteps—and offer practical advice and encouragement for moms and dads still in the thick of it. Whether you're raising little ones or teenagers, their insight brings encouragement and perspective for the road ahead.

Parenting truth we’re holding onto today: You won’t do everything perfectly—but being intentional, present, and Christ-centered matters more than you think.

Plus: Don’t miss what Jeff and Lynn are still learning—even after raising kids into adulthood.

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Question of the Week: What is something I'm doing well (as a parent)? What is something I could work on (as a parent)?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Emily Alters

Guest: Lynn Alters, Jeff Stryker

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Learning from Empty Nesters Amy Lowe, Lynn Alters, Jeff Stryker, Emily Alters 00:35:10 Today, Amy Lowe and Emily Alters sit down with two incredible parents who have launched their kids into adulthood and are now navigating the empty nest season—Jeff Stryker and Lynn Alters. Between them, Jeff and Lynn bring decades of parenting wisdom to the table. Both of their families have deep roots at WinShape Camps, with kids who spent summers growing up at camp and are now faithfully following Jesus in their own unique callings. These two empty nesters reflect on their parenting journeys—sharing both meaningful wins and honest missteps—and offer practical advice and encouragement for moms and dads still in the thick of it. Whether you're raising little ones or teenagers, their insight brings encouragement and perspective for the road ahead. Today, Amy Lowe and Emily Alters sit down with two incredible parents who have launched their kids into adulthood and are now navigating the empty nest season—Jeff Stryker and Lynn Alters. Between them, Jeff and Lynn bring decades of parenting wisdom to the table. Both of their families have deep roots at WinShape Camps, with kids who spent summers growing up at camp and are now faithfully following Jesus in their own unique callings. These two empty nesters reflect on their parenting journeys—sharing both meaningful wins and honest missteps—and offer practical advice and encouragement for moms and dads still in the thick of it. Whether you're raising little ones or teenagers, their insight brings encouragement and perspective for the road ahead. carpool, parent tips, elementary kids, winshape, young adults, kids discipline, dads, empty nester, christian discipleship, winshape marriage, parenting, family podcast, empty nest, dad podcast, panel, christian parenting, kids, mom podcast, carpool conversation, parents, disciple, conversation starters, christian family, raising boys, winshape podcast, kids faith, winshape foundation, healthy parenting, raising healthy young adults, parenting wisdom, carpool conversations, raising kids podcast, teen, boys, raising teens, raising kids, report card, parents report card, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, raising daughters, moms, parent false full 42 4d73a0c9-757d-4893-b9e0-9b7257f14795 How Camp Shapes Young Leaders A summer job is just a job—right? Not when it’s working at camp. Today, Amy and Marissa dive into the transformative experience of serving as Summer Camp Staff. Working at camp helps young adults grow in their faith, develop leadership skills, and prepare for life beyond college. Longtime WinShape Camps staffers Alex Scales and Grace Kilgore share the lessons they’ve learned, why they kept coming back, and how their summers on staff shaped their futures. Whether your kids are still little or heading toward their college years, this conversation offers a powerful glimpse into how camp can impact both campers and the incredible college students who invest in them. Plus, if you know a college student looking for a meaningful summer, we’ll share how they can get involved!

Want to learn more about working at WinShape Camps? 

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Question of the Week: What is your dream job? What skills do you need if you had that job? 

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Alex Scales & Grace Kilgore

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

TikTok: @WinShapeCamps

Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:07:44 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Alex Scales, Grace Kilgore, Amy Lowe, Marissa Ray) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/how-camp-shapes-young-leaders-Q_IW40vy A summer job is just a job—right? Not when it’s working at camp. Today, Amy and Marissa dive into the transformative experience of serving as Summer Camp Staff. Working at camp helps young adults grow in their faith, develop leadership skills, and prepare for life beyond college. Longtime WinShape Camps staffers Alex Scales and Grace Kilgore share the lessons they’ve learned, why they kept coming back, and how their summers on staff shaped their futures. Whether your kids are still little or heading toward their college years, this conversation offers a powerful glimpse into how camp can impact both campers and the incredible college students who invest in them. Plus, if you know a college student looking for a meaningful summer, we’ll share how they can get involved!

Want to learn more about working at WinShape Camps? 

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Question of the Week: What is your dream job? What skills do you need if you had that job? 

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Alex Scales & Grace Kilgore

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Learn more about WinShape Camps at WinShapeCamps.org!

Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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Facebook: @WinShapeCamps


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]]> How Camp Shapes Young Leaders Alex Scales, Grace Kilgore, Amy Lowe, Marissa Ray 00:29:01 We all want to see our kids grow into strong, faith-filled adults, but what experiences truly shape them along the way? In this episode, we explore how working at camp transforms young adults, equipping them with leadership skills, deepening their faith, and preparing them for life beyond college. Two seasoned WinShape Camps staffers, Alex Scales and Grace Kilgore, share firsthand how their summers on staff shaped their character and future. Whether your kids are still young or approaching their college years, this conversation offers a glimpse into the lasting impact of a summer spent serving at camp. We all want to see our kids grow into strong, faith-filled adults, but what experiences truly shape them along the way? In this episode, we explore how working at camp transforms young adults, equipping them with leadership skills, deepening their faith, and preparing them for life beyond college. Two seasoned WinShape Camps staffers, Alex Scales and Grace Kilgore, share firsthand how their summers on staff shaped their character and future. Whether your kids are still young or approaching their college years, this conversation offers a glimpse into the lasting impact of a summer spent serving at camp. carpool, camp, college, winshape, young adults, conversations, dads, parenting, dad podcast, college-age kids, mom podcast, young leaders, transformation, parents, shaping kids, carpool conversations, kids development, summer staff, summer camp, young adult, college leaders, young, college kids, leaders, winshape camps, working camp, moms false full 41 de43c26c-c224-4ad1-ab0d-7315aef32923 Building a Prayer Life as a Family In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Capri and Jason Brooks to talk all about prayer—how to model it, practice it as a family, and specific prayers to pray over your kids. Capri and Jason share practical ways to make prayer part of everyday life, along with the "S's" they pray over their children: salvation, safety, and spouse. Whether you’re looking to grow your own prayer life or help your kids posture their hearts towards prayer, this conversation is full of encouragement and practical real-life tips!

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Question of the Week: What is something that you are worried about that we could pray about together?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Capri and Jason Brooks

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:50:37 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Capri Brooks, Jason Brooks) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/building-a-prayer-life-as-a-family-scsR9YqP In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Capri and Jason Brooks to talk all about prayer—how to model it, practice it as a family, and specific prayers to pray over your kids. Capri and Jason share practical ways to make prayer part of everyday life, along with the "S's" they pray over their children: salvation, safety, and spouse. Whether you’re looking to grow your own prayer life or help your kids posture their hearts towards prayer, this conversation is full of encouragement and practical real-life tips!

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Question of the Week: What is something that you are worried about that we could pray about together?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Capri and Jason Brooks

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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Instagram: @WinShapeCamps

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]]> Building a Prayer Life as a Family Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Capri Brooks, Jason Brooks 00:33:52 In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Capri and Jason Brooks to talk all about prayer—how to model it, practice it as a family, and specific prayers to pray over your kids. Capri and Jason share practical ways to make prayer part of everyday life, along with the "S's" they pray over their children: salvation, safety, and spouse. Whether you’re looking to grow your own prayer life or help your kids posture their hearts towards prayer, this conversation is full of encouragement and practical real-life tips! In today's episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Capri and Jason Brooks to talk all about prayer—how to model it, practice it as a family, and specific prayers to pray over your kids. Capri and Jason share practical ways to make prayer part of everyday life, along with the "S's" they pray over their children: salvation, safety, and spouse. Whether you’re looking to grow your own prayer life or help your kids posture their hearts towards prayer, this conversation is full of encouragement and practical real-life tips! teaching prayer, carpool, mom and dad, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, discipleship, dads, parenting, winshape carpool conversations, god, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, christianity, pray, kids, kids prayer, jesus podcast, carpool conversation, parents, winshape podcast, mom, jesus kids podcast, modeling, winshape foundation, camp winshape, prayer, parenting tips, carpool conversations, modeling prayer, christian parent, dad, mom tips, jesus parenting, prayer with kids, winshape camps, praying over kids, christian podcast, prayers for kids, moms, parent, praying false full 40 9b7eace7-6e41-4253-a89f-35364642465b Making Sabbath a Family Priority In today’s episode, Amy and Sara dive into the importance of Sabbath and how families can create rhythms of rest in their busy lives. Whether you’re looking to start small or deepen your current Sabbath practices, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, be present, and experience the blessings of intentional rest. Sara also shares about her own journey of making Sabbath a priority for her family and offers practical ways to incorporate Sabbath into your weekly routine. 

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Book: Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in our Busy Lives

Video: Bible Project - Sabbath

Mom Daughter Weekends at WinShape Camps

Dad Son Weekends at WinShape Camps

WinShape Camps for Families

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Question of the Week: How can we use our Sundays to rest and refresh ourselves, so that we are ready for the new week?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

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]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/creating-a-sabbath-rhythm-in-your-family-FMSjZ_T8 In today’s episode, Amy and Sara dive into the importance of Sabbath and how families can create rhythms of rest in their busy lives. Whether you’re looking to start small or deepen your current Sabbath practices, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, be present, and experience the blessings of intentional rest. Sara also shares about her own journey of making Sabbath a priority for her family and offers practical ways to incorporate Sabbath into your weekly routine. 

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Book: Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in our Busy Lives

Video: Bible Project - Sabbath

Mom Daughter Weekends at WinShape Camps

Dad Son Weekends at WinShape Camps

WinShape Camps for Families

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

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]]> Making Sabbath a Family Priority Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:33:56 In today’s episode, Amy and Sara dive into the importance of Sabbath and how families can create rhythms of rest in their busy lives. Whether you’re looking to start small or deepen your current Sabbath practices, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, be present, and experience the blessings of intentional rest. Plus, Sara shares what she’s learned from making Sabbath a family priority and offers practical ways to incorporate it into your weekly routine. In today’s episode, Amy and Sara dive into the importance of Sabbath and how families can create rhythms of rest in their busy lives. Whether you’re looking to start small or deepen your current Sabbath practices, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, be present, and experience the blessings of intentional rest. Plus, Sara shares what she’s learned from making Sabbath a family priority and offers practical ways to incorporate it into your weekly routine. carpool, camp, winshape, winshape camp, dads, church, parenting, family podcast, sabbath rest, family priorities, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, mother, christianity, sabbath, kids sabbath, family rest, kids, christian kids, parents, conversation starters, family conversation, sunday, carpool conversations, podcast, rest, raising kids, resting, kids church, winshape camps, moms false full 39 9dfbffb7-de96-432c-9bfa-1864a5a55639 Equipping Parents to Connect with their Boys What's the secret to connecting with your boys in meaningful ways? In today’s episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Sara’s husband, Chase Jones—a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist—to unpack how parents can build strong connections with their sons. Drawing from his years of counseling experience, Chase shares insights on common struggles boys face, the key ingredients for meaningful connection, and practical ways parents can encourage, support, and lead their boys. From pulling them out of the digital world to cultivating leadership and resilience, this episode is packed with expert advice, real-life wisdom, and a reflective question to spark meaningful conversations in your family.

The 5 Love Languages Quiz

Book: The Anxious Generation

Article: 5 Ways to Shore up Boys' Social Skills

Blog: A Father's Devotion: The Question of Abundant Living

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Question of the Week: What makes it hard to be a boy in today's world? What makes it hard to be a girl in today's world?

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Guest: Chase Jones

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Chase Jones, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/equipping-parents-to-connect-with-their-boys-95CWkIR9 What's the secret to connecting with your boys in meaningful ways? In today’s episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Sara’s husband, Chase Jones—a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist—to unpack how parents can build strong connections with their sons. Drawing from his years of counseling experience, Chase shares insights on common struggles boys face, the key ingredients for meaningful connection, and practical ways parents can encourage, support, and lead their boys. From pulling them out of the digital world to cultivating leadership and resilience, this episode is packed with expert advice, real-life wisdom, and a reflective question to spark meaningful conversations in your family.

The 5 Love Languages Quiz

Book: The Anxious Generation

Article: 5 Ways to Shore up Boys' Social Skills

Blog: A Father's Devotion: The Question of Abundant Living

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Question of the Week: What makes it hard to be a boy in today's world? What makes it hard to be a girl in today's world?

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Guest: Chase Jones

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Equipping Parents to Connect with their Boys Chase Jones, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:58:17 What's the secret to connecting with your boys in meaningful ways? In today’s episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Sara’s husband, Chase Jones—a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist—to unpack how parents can build strong connections with their sons. Drawing from his years of counseling experience, Chase shares insights on common struggles boys face, the key ingredients for meaningful connection, and practical ways parents can encourage, support, and lead their boys. What's the secret to connecting with your boys in meaningful ways? In today’s episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Sara’s husband, Chase Jones—a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage & Family Therapist—to unpack how parents can build strong connections with their sons. Drawing from his years of counseling experience, Chase shares insights on common struggles boys face, the key ingredients for meaningful connection, and practical ways parents can encourage, support, and lead their boys. carpool, camp, connecting with kids, family camp, connecting with boys, sara jones, christian, winshape, winshape camp, conversations, kids leadership, boys wilderness, dads, dads and sons, cultivating leadership, parenting, family podcast, connect with boys, family tips, dad podcast, chase jones, christian parenting, winshape carpool, amy lowe, young boys, mental health, kids, raising sons, mom podcast, parents, family therapist, raising leaders, winshape family, conversation starters, raising boys, winshape podcast, mom, kids faith, chase, parenting tips, carpool conversations, podcast, sons, kids confidence, dad, connecting with sons, boys, raising teens, raising kids, christian parents, anxiety, faith, leaders, wilderness, winshape camps, licensed family therapist, christian podcast, moms false full 38 13c9b693-2926-4c1c-b4f5-435844508f13 Building Security & Trust in your Kids How can we help our kids feel safe and secure in an uncertain world? In today's episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Alexis Basik, a Licensed Master Social Worker and trauma-focused care expert, to discuss how parents can help their kids build security and trust in today’s uncertain world. Alexis walks us through key developmental stages for kids —unpacking the lies kids often believe about trust, their unique developmental needs, and practical ways parents can support them. As WinShape Camps prepares for this summer’s theme, UNCHARTED, Alexis connects the dots between navigating life’s uncertainties and trusting in a faithful God. Tune in for expert advice, encouragement, and a reflective question to spark meaningful conversations with your family.

Resources:

WinShape Camps Theme Preview - Uncharted

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Questions of the Week: Has there ever been a moment when someone broke your trust? How did it feel/what did you do about it? 

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]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Alexis Basik) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/building-security-trust-in-your-kids-NPuuHH5t How can we help our kids feel safe and secure in an uncertain world? In today's episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Alexis Basik, a Licensed Master Social Worker and trauma-focused care expert, to discuss how parents can help their kids build security and trust in today’s uncertain world. Alexis walks us through key developmental stages for kids —unpacking the lies kids often believe about trust, their unique developmental needs, and practical ways parents can support them. As WinShape Camps prepares for this summer’s theme, UNCHARTED, Alexis connects the dots between navigating life’s uncertainties and trusting in a faithful God. Tune in for expert advice, encouragement, and a reflective question to spark meaningful conversations with your family.

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WinShape Camps Theme Preview - Uncharted

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]]> Building Security & Trust in your Kids Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Alexis Basik 00:41:50 How can we help our kids feel safe and secure in an uncertain world? In today's episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Alexis Basik, a Licensed Master Social Worker and trauma-focused care expert, to discuss how parents can help their kids build security and trust in today’s uncertain world. Alexis walks us through key developmental stages for kids —unpacking the lies kids often believe about trust, their unique developmental needs, and practical ways parents can support them. How can we help our kids feel safe and secure in an uncertain world? In today's episode, Amy and Sara are joined by Alexis Basik, a Licensed Master Social Worker and trauma-focused care expert, to discuss how parents can help their kids build security and trust in today’s uncertain world. Alexis walks us through key developmental stages for kids —unpacking the lies kids often believe about trust, their unique developmental needs, and practical ways parents can support them. carpool, parent tips, conversation starter, father, sara jones, child development, trust in kids, elementary kids, winshape, young kids, conversations, primary kids, family podcast, developmental stages, security, dad tips, family tips, christian parenting, trust, mother, kids self-worth, camp podcast, amy lowe, developmental needs, child tips, christian podast, podcast for kids, mom podcast, christian kids, carpool conversation, families, windshape, winshape podcast, mom, kids trust, christian camp, winshape foundation, camp winshape, uncertainty, kids development, middle school kids, children tips, dad, child, mom tips, uncertain world, kids security, raising kids, cultivating trust, faith, parenting podcast, alexis basik, building trust, winshape camps, high school kids, moms, parent false full 37 97766c2a-8015-406e-93da-59e93a78a04e Helping Your Kids Fall in Love with the Bible Every parent dreams of their kids developing a deep love for God’s Word, but where do you start? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Margaret Sharpe—Manager of WinShape Camps International and a passionate follower of Jesus—to explore how parents can inspire a love for Scripture in their children. Drawing from her experience with WinShape’s international projects and and her own faith journey, Margaret shares practical steps like modeling a personal love for the Bible, embracing its rich narratives, and helping kids connect its overarching story to their everyday lives. From accessible Bible study methods to creating meaningful family habits, Margaret’s wisdom and tips will equip and encourage you to lead your kids deeper into God’s Word. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation packed with practical takeaways for your family’s faith journey!

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The Jesus Storybook Bible

The Bible Made Easy for Kids

SOAP Bible Study Method

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Questions of the Week: What is your favorite Bible story, and why? If you could choose to be one character in the Bible, who would you want to be, and why?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: Margaret Sharpe

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun


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]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2025 14:01:10 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Margaret Sharpe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-your-kids-fall-in-love-with-the-bible-jSRpPhZz Every parent dreams of their kids developing a deep love for God’s Word, but where do you start? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Margaret Sharpe—Manager of WinShape Camps International and a passionate follower of Jesus—to explore how parents can inspire a love for Scripture in their children. Drawing from her experience with WinShape’s international projects and and her own faith journey, Margaret shares practical steps like modeling a personal love for the Bible, embracing its rich narratives, and helping kids connect its overarching story to their everyday lives. From accessible Bible study methods to creating meaningful family habits, Margaret’s wisdom and tips will equip and encourage you to lead your kids deeper into God’s Word. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation packed with practical takeaways for your family’s faith journey!

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The Jesus Storybook Bible

The Bible Made Easy for Kids

SOAP Bible Study Method

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]]> Helping Your Kids Fall in Love with the Bible Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Margaret Sharpe 00:36:36 Every parent dreams of their kids developing a deep love for God’s Word, but where do you start? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Margaret Sharpe—Manager of WinShape Camps International and a passionate follower of Jesus—to explore how parents can inspire a love for Scripture in their children. From accessible Bible study methods to creating meaningful family habits, Margaret’s wisdom and tips will equip and encourage you to lead your kids deeper into God’s Word. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation packed with practical takeaways for your family’s faith journey! Every parent dreams of their kids developing a deep love for God’s Word, but where do you start? In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Margaret Sharpe—Manager of WinShape Camps International and a passionate follower of Jesus—to explore how parents can inspire a love for Scripture in their children. From accessible Bible study methods to creating meaningful family habits, Margaret’s wisdom and tips will equip and encourage you to lead your kids deeper into God’s Word. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation packed with practical takeaways for your family’s faith journey! carpool, margaret sharpe, parent tips, mom and dad, bible reading kids, scripture, kids scripture, winshape, moms podcast, conversations, parenting scripture, kids conversations, dads, christian discipleship, parenting, winshape carpool conversations, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, christianity, camp podcast, kids, bible, jesus podcast, parents, faith parenting, preparing kids, kid faith, margaret, kids faith, camp winshape, carpool conversations, podcast, raising kids, love scripture, christian kids podcast, kids podcast, kids bible conversations, jesus parenting, faith, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, bible reading false full 36 0dfaed90-1aef-44f1-9fc8-67da526e80f4 Helping Gen Z Form a Lasting Faith In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with David Blanchard, Director of Fellows at Impact 360, to explore practical ways parents can help Generation Z develop a lasting faith. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in discipleship and drawing insights from the latest Barna research, David shares strategies for equipping kids to know God deeply, build strong character, and live out their faith with kingdom influence. He emphasizes the importance of moving from a consumer mindset to a multiplier mindset in discipleship and offers actionable tips for fostering meaningful faith conversations at home. Tune in for encouragement and actionable advice on raising faith-filled kids in today’s world.

Research: 5 Things You Need to Know About Gen Z in 2024 by Barna Research

Book: Know. Be. Live. by John D. Basie

Impact 360 Institution

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Questions of the Week: How is your generation different from my generation?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guest: David Blanchard

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 1 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, David Blanchard) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-gen-z-develop-a-lasting-faith-x7yd4SXH In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with David Blanchard, Director of Fellows at Impact 360, to explore practical ways parents can help Generation Z develop a lasting faith. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in discipleship and drawing insights from the latest Barna research, David shares strategies for equipping kids to know God deeply, build strong character, and live out their faith with kingdom influence. He emphasizes the importance of moving from a consumer mindset to a multiplier mindset in discipleship and offers actionable tips for fostering meaningful faith conversations at home. Tune in for encouragement and actionable advice on raising faith-filled kids in today’s world.

Research: 5 Things You Need to Know About Gen Z in 2024 by Barna Research

Book: Know. Be. Live. by John D. Basie

Impact 360 Institution

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Questions of the Week: How is your generation different from my generation?

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Guest: David Blanchard

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Helping Gen Z Form a Lasting Faith Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, David Blanchard 00:30:23 In this episode of Carpool Conversations, hosts Amy Lowe and Sara Jones sit down with David Blanchard, Director of Fellows at Impact 360, to explore practical ways parents can help Generation Z develop a lasting faith. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in discipleship and insights from the latest Barna research, David shares strategies for equipping kids to know God deeply, build strong character, and live out their faith with kingdom influence. Tune in for encouragement and actionable advice on raising faith-filled kids in today’s world. In this episode of Carpool Conversations, hosts Amy Lowe and Sara Jones sit down with David Blanchard, Director of Fellows at Impact 360, to explore practical ways parents can help Generation Z develop a lasting faith. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in discipleship and insights from the latest Barna research, David shares strategies for equipping kids to know God deeply, build strong character, and live out their faith with kingdom influence. Tune in for encouragement and actionable advice on raising faith-filled kids in today’s world. carpool, sara jones, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, discipleship, family discipleship, family faith, dads, winshape marriage, parenting, discipleing kids, kids today, dad podcast, christian parenting, gen z christians, camp podcast, amy lowe, kids discipleship, generation z, kids, mom podcast, christian kids, parents, discipling kids, preparing kids, podcast for parents, winshape parenting podcast, winshape podcast, mom, jesus kids podcast, christian camp, kids faith, winshape foundation, camp winshape, david blanchard, carpool conversations, middle school kids, young kids today, dad, impact 360, gen z, raising kids, raising christian kids, carpool conversations winshape, kid, lasting faith, jesus parenting, faith, parent podcast, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, moms, raising kids in faith false full 35 4160ae4d-81aa-423f-8c7a-c4fa399d10f1 Living out your Family Values Living out family values takes intentionality—and in today’s episode, Angela Fielder joins us to share how her family does just that. Angela, a member of the Cathy family and a proud WinShape Camps parent, talks about identifying our family values, passing them down to our kids, and weaving them into everyday life. From mission trips to family worship nights, Angela shares practical examples and heartfelt stories that will inspire you to make your family values more than just words on the wall.

Podcast: Identifying your Family Values

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Questions of the Week: What do you think is most important to our family, and why? How have you seen our family grow this year? Where do you think we still need to grow? 

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Guest: Angela Fielder

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]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:08:02 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Angela Fielder, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/living-out-your-family-values-tnTi2cCB Living out family values takes intentionality—and in today’s episode, Angela Fielder joins us to share how her family does just that. Angela, a member of the Cathy family and a proud WinShape Camps parent, talks about identifying our family values, passing them down to our kids, and weaving them into everyday life. From mission trips to family worship nights, Angela shares practical examples and heartfelt stories that will inspire you to make your family values more than just words on the wall.

Podcast: Identifying your Family Values

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Questions of the Week: What do you think is most important to our family, and why? How have you seen our family grow this year? Where do you think we still need to grow? 

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Guest: Angela Fielder

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]]> Living out your Family Values Angela Fielder, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:28:58 Living out family values takes intentionality—and in today’s episode, Angela Fielder joins us to share how her family does just that. Angela, a member of the Cathy family and a proud WinShape Camps parent, talks about identifying our family values, passing them down to our kids, and weaving them into everyday life. From mission trips to family worship nights, Angela shares practical examples and heartfelt stories that will inspire you to make your family values more than just words on the wall. Living out family values takes intentionality—and in today’s episode, Angela Fielder joins us to share how her family does just that. Angela, a member of the Cathy family and a proud WinShape Camps parent, talks about identifying our family values, passing them down to our kids, and weaving them into everyday life. From mission trips to family worship nights, Angela shares practical examples and heartfelt stories that will inspire you to make your family values more than just words on the wall. carpool, conversation starter, carpool conversations podcast, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, camp mom, conversations, kids conversations, win shape, dads, parenting, values, family growth, christian parenting, kids values, camp podcast, family values, kids, carpool conversation, parent podcasts, identity, winshape podcast, winshape camps podcast, winshape foundation, camp winshape, family identity, parenting tips, carpool conversations, identifying family values, podcast, middle school kids, dads podcast, summer camp, living out your family values, values for family, parenting podcast, winshape camps, moms false full 34 613038d1-8e07-4e9d-a8f4-698aa0960722 Keeping Jesus at the Center of Christmas Did you know that about 96% of Americans celebrate Christmas? In the U.S., Christmas has become a largely cultural event filled with twinkling lights, jingle bells, and festive carols. While those traditions contain a special kind of magic, it’s easy to let the busyness of the season overshadow the real reason we celebrate. In this episode, Amy and Sara share practical ways to slow down the holiday hustle and create meaningful moments with your kids that keep Jesus at the center of it all. From advent devotionals to baking, they offer 10 simple ways to shine a light on Jesus and make this Christmas not just merry, but deeply meaningful.


Blog: 10 Ways to Keep Jesus at the Center of Christmas

Advent Video Series by The Bible Project

Free Family Advent Guide by Lifeway

Book: Advent Blocks Tradition Set

Cookbook: Bake through the Bible at Christmas

Unwrap Camp for Christmas

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Questions of the Week: What is your favorite Christmas tradition that we do as a family, and why?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 4 Dec 2024 12:10:46 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/keeping-jesus-at-the-center-of-your-family-christmas-A95wXgKz Did you know that about 96% of Americans celebrate Christmas? In the U.S., Christmas has become a largely cultural event filled with twinkling lights, jingle bells, and festive carols. While those traditions contain a special kind of magic, it’s easy to let the busyness of the season overshadow the real reason we celebrate. In this episode, Amy and Sara share practical ways to slow down the holiday hustle and create meaningful moments with your kids that keep Jesus at the center of it all. From advent devotionals to baking, they offer 10 simple ways to shine a light on Jesus and make this Christmas not just merry, but deeply meaningful.


Blog: 10 Ways to Keep Jesus at the Center of Christmas

Advent Video Series by The Bible Project

Free Family Advent Guide by Lifeway

Book: Advent Blocks Tradition Set

Cookbook: Bake through the Bible at Christmas

Unwrap Camp for Christmas

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Questions of the Week: What is your favorite Christmas tradition that we do as a family, and why?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Keeping Jesus at the Center of Christmas Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:23:06 Did you know that about 96% of Americans celebrate Christmas? In the U.S., Christmas has become a largely cultural event filled with twinkling lights, jingle bells, and festive carols. While those traditions contain a special kind of magic, it’s easy to let the busyness of the season overshadow the real reason we celebrate. In this episode, Amy and Sara share practical ways to slow down the holiday hustle and create meaningful moments with your kids that keep Jesus at the center of it all. Did you know that about 96% of Americans celebrate Christmas? In the U.S., Christmas has become a largely cultural event filled with twinkling lights, jingle bells, and festive carols. While those traditions contain a special kind of magic, it’s easy to let the busyness of the season overshadow the real reason we celebrate. In this episode, Amy and Sara share practical ways to slow down the holiday hustle and create meaningful moments with your kids that keep Jesus at the center of it all. family christmas traditions, kids christmas, holiday, christmas podcast, christmas parenting, family traditions, father podcast, elementary kids, winshape camp, christmas jesus, christmas traditions, kids conversations, dads, jesus, winshape marriage, parenting, family podcast, christian parenting, family, mother, christian parenting podcast, camp podcast, christmas kdis, xmas, christian christmas, kids, mom podcast, carpool conversation, conversation starters, winshape podcast, jesus kids podcast, winshape camps podcast, winshape foundation, family advent, mother podcast, christmas season, advent family, advent podcast, family christmas, camp winshape, advent, carpool conversations, middle school kids, christmas activities, raising kids, carpool conversations winshape, parenting podcast, parent podcast, winshape camps, high school kids, moms, christmas false full 33 ec568077-1443-4866-8db9-af646b20ee08 Four Parenting Tips for Discipling Teenagers Navigating the teenage years can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a crucial time to nurture your child’s faith. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Alecia Bryant, Brand Owner and Content Editor for The Gospel Project for Students at Lifeway, to uncover four practical ways parents can disciple their teens. Whether you’re feeling lost or just looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with encouragement and actionable insights to help you make a lasting impact on your teenager’s faith journey. Tune in now! 

Blog: A Message for Moms Battling Exhaustion

Podcast Episode: Surrounding Kids with Faith Influences

Resource: Lifeway's Parent Partner

Resource: Lifeway's Bible Studies for Girls

Resource: Axis Bible Newsletter

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Questions of the Week: What is the hardest part of living out your faith as a teenager? Do you have someone in your life disciplining you right now?

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]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:58:53 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Alecia Bryant) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/disciple-teenagers-0nzZ00hn Navigating the teenage years can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a crucial time to nurture your child’s faith. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Alecia Bryant, Brand Owner and Content Editor for The Gospel Project for Students at Lifeway, to uncover four practical ways parents can disciple their teens. Whether you’re feeling lost or just looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with encouragement and actionable insights to help you make a lasting impact on your teenager’s faith journey. Tune in now! 

Blog: A Message for Moms Battling Exhaustion

Podcast Episode: Surrounding Kids with Faith Influences

Resource: Lifeway's Parent Partner

Resource: Lifeway's Bible Studies for Girls

Resource: Axis Bible Newsletter

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]]> Four Parenting Tips for Discipling Teenagers Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Alecia Bryant 00:28:52 Navigating the teenage years can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a crucial time to nurture your child’s faith. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Alecia Bryant, Brand Owner and Content Editor for The Gospel Project for Students at Lifeway, to uncover four practical ways parents can disciple their teens. Whether you’re feeling lost or just looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with encouragement and actionable insights to help you make a lasting impact on your teenager’s faith journey. Tune in now! Navigating the teenage years can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a crucial time to nurture your child’s faith. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Alecia Bryant, Brand Owner and Content Editor for The Gospel Project for Students at Lifeway, to uncover four practical ways parents can disciple their teens. Whether you’re feeling lost or just looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with encouragement and actionable insights to help you make a lasting impact on your teenager’s faith journey. Tune in now! teen boys, parent tips, mom and dad, disciple kids, teen girls, christian, moms podcast, kids conversations, discipleship, family discipleship, christian discipleship, teen boy, parenting, winshape carpool conversations, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, kids parenting podcast, family, christianity, podcast for moms, camp podcast, moms dicsipleship, kids, family discussions, carpool conversation, parents, preparing kids, podcast for parents, disciple, conversation starters, parenting teens, winshape podcast, mom, teens, alecia bryant, carpool podcast, christian camp, kids faith, creative thinking, teen girl, tips, parenting tips, carpool conversations, sons, middle school kids, dads podcast, son, teenagers, dad, mom tips, teen, lifeway, grow faith, parenting conversations, raising teens, parenting teenagers, raising kids, pre-teen, christian parents, parenting podcast, teenager, daughters, parent podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, conversations with kids, daughter false full 32 0bcbd574-1bff-4240-8974-8d41e5bb4ee4 Inspiring Creativity in your Kids Children are born curious, but they often hit a “curiosity cliff” around age 7, when their natural wonder begins to decline. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Patrick Miles, Innovation Strategist at Chick-fil-A Corporate and a WinShape Homes foster parent, to explore how parents can nurture their kids' curiosity. Patrick shares why curiosity is essential for our children’s future and how it equips them to solve the world's challenges. Together, they discuss practical tips for making our mundane daily rhythms into problem-solving, innovating moments our kids can build on. Patrick also explains how simple family activities can turn everyday moments into opportunities for innovation and growth. Join us to learn how to cultivate a creative mindset in your home and inspire the next generation of thinkers.

Book: A More Beautiful Question - Warren Berger

A Children's Library of Question Books

Ted Talk: What should children learn in school?

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Question of the Week: Who is the most creative person you know and why? In what ways are you creative?

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]]> Wed, 6 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Patrick Miles, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/inspiring-creativity-in-kids-erLSWGGC Children are born curious, but they often hit a “curiosity cliff” around age 7, when their natural wonder begins to decline. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Patrick Miles, Innovation Strategist at Chick-fil-A Corporate and a WinShape Homes foster parent, to explore how parents can nurture their kids' curiosity. Patrick shares why curiosity is essential for our children’s future and how it equips them to solve the world's challenges. Together, they discuss practical tips for making our mundane daily rhythms into problem-solving, innovating moments our kids can build on. Patrick also explains how simple family activities can turn everyday moments into opportunities for innovation and growth. Join us to learn how to cultivate a creative mindset in your home and inspire the next generation of thinkers.

Book: A More Beautiful Question - Warren Berger

A Children's Library of Question Books

Ted Talk: What should children learn in school?

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]]> Inspiring Creativity in your Kids Patrick Miles, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:43:11 Children are born curious, but they often hit a “curiosity cliff” around age 7, when their natural wonder begins to decline. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Patrick Miles, Innovation Strategist at Chick-fil-A Corporate and a WinShape Homes foster parent, to explore how parents can nurture their kids' curiosity. Together, they discuss practical tips for making our mundane daily rhythms into problem-solving, innovating moments our kids can build on. Children are born curious, but they often hit a “curiosity cliff” around age 7, when their natural wonder begins to decline. In this episode, Amy and Sara sit down with Patrick Miles, Innovation Strategist at Chick-fil-A Corporate and a WinShape Homes foster parent, to explore how parents can nurture their kids' curiosity. Together, they discuss practical tips for making our mundane daily rhythms into problem-solving, innovating moments our kids can build on. parent tips, inspiring creativity, innovation, mom and dad, creativity, inspire creativity, elementary kids, moms podcast, chickfila innovation, kids conversations, kids creativity, parenting, winshape carpool conversations, inspire curiosity, curious kids, dad tips, creative kids, dad podcast, christian parenting, kids parenting podcast, inspiring kids, podcast for moms, innovative kids, camp podcast, innovation in kids, curiosity, innovative parenting, kids, creative parenting, carpool conversation, parents, preparing kids, podcast for parents, conversation starters, winshape podcast, mom, carpool podcast, christian camp, creative thinking, tips, parenting tips, carpool conversations, chickfila, middle school kids, dads podcast, kids innovation, dad, innovative parenting podcast, mom tips, parenting conversations, chick-fil-a, raising kids, creative parenting podcast, kids curiosity, christian parents, patrick miles, curious thinkers, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, conversations with kids false full 31 e24d1189-7843-4756-9e32-cd59c7b30d30 Cultivating Thanksgiving & Gratitude with your Kids Did you know that practicing gratitude can lead to better sleep, improved mood, and even boost your immune system? In this festive episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Sara explore the heart of Thanksgiving, offering parents practical ways to make gratitude a lasting tradition with their kids. Join us as we dive into the "Head, Heart, and Hands" model, a powerful tool to help your kids not only understand gratitude in their minds but also feel it in their hearts and express it through action. Whether it’s sparking meaningful conversations, creating cherished family traditions, or finding ways to give back, we’ll guide you through creative and simple steps to make this season one of thankfulness and joy. Tune in for ideas you can use all year round, and discover how to instill a spirit of gratitude that reaches far beyond Thanksgiving Day.

Article: Can expressing gratitude improve your health? - Mayo Health Clinic

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Questions of the Week: What is something that God has given you that you are thankful for that maybe you weren’t thankful for at first? Why are you thankful for it now?

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]]> Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:23:51 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/cultivating-thanksgiving-with-kids-5X5TErPm Did you know that practicing gratitude can lead to better sleep, improved mood, and even boost your immune system? In this festive episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Sara explore the heart of Thanksgiving, offering parents practical ways to make gratitude a lasting tradition with their kids. Join us as we dive into the "Head, Heart, and Hands" model, a powerful tool to help your kids not only understand gratitude in their minds but also feel it in their hearts and express it through action. Whether it’s sparking meaningful conversations, creating cherished family traditions, or finding ways to give back, we’ll guide you through creative and simple steps to make this season one of thankfulness and joy. Tune in for ideas you can use all year round, and discover how to instill a spirit of gratitude that reaches far beyond Thanksgiving Day.

Article: Can expressing gratitude improve your health? - Mayo Health Clinic

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]]> Cultivating Thanksgiving & Gratitude with your Kids Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:25:02 Did you know that practicing gratitude can lead to better sleep, improved mood, and even boost your immune system? In this festive episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Sara explore the heart of Thanksgiving, offering parents practical ways to make gratitude a lasting tradition with their kids. Tune in for ideas you can use all year round, and discover how to instill a spirit of gratitude that reaches far beyond Thanksgiving Day. Did you know that practicing gratitude can lead to better sleep, improved mood, and even boost your immune system? In this festive episode of Carpool Conversations, Amy and Sara explore the heart of Thanksgiving, offering parents practical ways to make gratitude a lasting tradition with their kids. Tune in for ideas you can use all year round, and discover how to instill a spirit of gratitude that reaches far beyond Thanksgiving Day. parenting with gratitude, christian, moms podcast, thankfullness, generosity, fruit of the spirit, inspiring gratitude, parenting, family podcast, thanksgiving, christian parenting, kids gratitude, family experiences, kids, mom podcast, gratitude in kids, parents, christian mom podcast, thankful kids, jesus family podcast, parenting gratitude, jesus kids podcast, thankful, thanks, thanksgiving gratitude, prayer, family gratitude, inspire thanksgiving, christian thanksgiving, thanksgiving podcast, grateful kids, thankfulness, thankful hearts, giving, gratitude, kids podcast, family thanksgiving, kids thanksgiving, parenting podcast false full 30 4347ae81-27fc-4d53-b380-183cde7c00d0 Empowering Kids with a Whole Child Approach What does the "Whole Child Approach" mean? In today's episode, it means looking at our kids through four key pillars: social, emotional, academic, and spiritual. As we explore these areas, reflect on where your children excel and where they could use a little more support. Along the way, we'll provide simple and practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your day-to-day to empower your kids in each of these fields of development. We'll also discuss how being intentional in these areas not only helps kids thrive but also strengthens your relationship with them. Join us as we explore ways to build a well-rounded foundation of growth for our kids, helping them flourish in all aspects of life!

Podcast: Raising Boys and Girls - David Thomas & Sissy Goff

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids: Our WinShape Camps Story - Lynn Alters

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]]> Wed, 9 Oct 2024 12:10:53 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/empowering-your-kids-through-the-whole-child-approach-BgpQetLP What does the "Whole Child Approach" mean? In today's episode, it means looking at our kids through four key pillars: social, emotional, academic, and spiritual. As we explore these areas, reflect on where your children excel and where they could use a little more support. Along the way, we'll provide simple and practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your day-to-day to empower your kids in each of these fields of development. We'll also discuss how being intentional in these areas not only helps kids thrive but also strengthens your relationship with them. Join us as we explore ways to build a well-rounded foundation of growth for our kids, helping them flourish in all aspects of life!

Podcast: Raising Boys and Girls - David Thomas & Sissy Goff

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids: Our WinShape Camps Story - Lynn Alters

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]]> Empowering Kids with a Whole Child Approach Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:31:43 What does the "Whole Child Approach" mean? In today's episode, it means looking at our kids through four key pillars: social, emotional, academic, and spiritual. As we explore these areas, reflect on where your children excel and where they could use a little more support. Along the way, we'll provide simple and practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your day-to-day to empower your kids in each of these fields of development. Join us as we explore how to nurture a well-rounded foundation of development for our kids, helping them thrive in all aspects of their lives! What does the "Whole Child Approach" mean? In today's episode, it means looking at our kids through four key pillars: social, emotional, academic, and spiritual. As we explore these areas, reflect on where your children excel and where they could use a little more support. Along the way, we'll provide simple and practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your day-to-day to empower your kids in each of these fields of development. Join us as we explore how to nurture a well-rounded foundation of development for our kids, helping them thrive in all aspects of their lives! carpool conversations podcast, discussions, child development, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape camp, moms podcast, whole child, dads, family development, parenting, family podcast, family discussion, developmental stages, dad podcast, christian parenting, whole kid development, christian parenting podcast, kid growth, camp podcast, christian mom, kids, kids parenting, mom podcast, kids discussion, carpool conversation, car podcast, winshape parenting podcast, christian family, winshape podcast, carpool podcast, camp winshape, parenting tips, growth for parenting, carpool conversations, development kids, kids development, podcast, middle school kids, child, parenting strategies, kids developmental stages, raising kids, whole child approach, carpool conversations winshape, whole child parenting, kids growth, parenting strategy, parent podcast, winshape camps, growth, high school kids, christian podcast, moms, conversations with kids false full 29 28770739-6bfe-4a71-9036-16a92ca06c23 Surrounding Kids with Faith Influences How do we, as parents, instill the joy of Christ in our children so that it resonates throughout their lives? It starts in our homes, but it truly takes a village. In today's episode, we are joined by friend and colleague Emily Alters—a long-time WinShape Camps camper, former summer staffer, and now a member of our full-time Marketing team. Emily reflects on how her parents and community influenced her faith journey over the years. She also shares personal stories and practical tips for surrounding kids with a Christ-centered community that nurtures their faith. Whether you're looking for new ideas or affirmation in your parenting journey, this episode offers encouragement for building a faith-filled village around your family.

Research: What is Sticky Faith? - Fuller Youth Institute

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids: Our WinShape Camps Story - Lynn Alters

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Question of the Week: Who are some people outside of our family that you can look up to, and why?

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Guest: Emily Alters

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]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:31:16 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Emily Alters, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/surrounding-your-kids-with-faith-influences-aPJfZVSw How do we, as parents, instill the joy of Christ in our children so that it resonates throughout their lives? It starts in our homes, but it truly takes a village. In today's episode, we are joined by friend and colleague Emily Alters—a long-time WinShape Camps camper, former summer staffer, and now a member of our full-time Marketing team. Emily reflects on how her parents and community influenced her faith journey over the years. She also shares personal stories and practical tips for surrounding kids with a Christ-centered community that nurtures their faith. Whether you're looking for new ideas or affirmation in your parenting journey, this episode offers encouragement for building a faith-filled village around your family.

Research: What is Sticky Faith? - Fuller Youth Institute

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids: Our WinShape Camps Story - Lynn Alters

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Question of the Week: Who are some people outside of our family that you can look up to, and why?

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]]> Surrounding Kids with Faith Influences Emily Alters, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:32:53 How do we, as parents, instill the joy of Christ in our children so that it resonates throughout their lives? It starts in our homes, but it truly takes a village. In today's episode, we are joined by friend and colleague Emily Alters. Emily reflects on how her parents and community influenced her faith journey over the years. She also shares personal stories and practical tips for surrounding kids with a Christ-centered community that nurtures their faith. How do we, as parents, instill the joy of Christ in our children so that it resonates throughout their lives? It starts in our homes, but it truly takes a village. In today's episode, we are joined by friend and colleague Emily Alters. Emily reflects on how her parents and community influenced her faith journey over the years. She also shares personal stories and practical tips for surrounding kids with a Christ-centered community that nurtures their faith. carpool, camp, carpool conversations podcast, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, winshape homes, dads, children, christian discipleship, parenting, sticky faith, ministry, winshape carpool conversations, dad podcast, christian parenting, camp podcast, christian dad, christian mom, faith in children, kids, mom podcast, carpool conversation, youth group, modeling christ, winshape podcast, carpool podcast, kids faith, winshape foundation, camp winshape, parenting tips, emily alters, kids ministry, middle school kids, kids influences, christian parents, faith, parent podcast, moms carpool, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, christian parents podcast, moms, parent, faith influences, fuller youth false full 28 093dea30-d86c-4650-b026-f0b1ae82f52f Navigating Change with Kids In today's episode, we are joined by our friend and colleague Jeremy Marshall. Jeremy is a father of three and the Senior Manager of Learning and Development for the WinShape Foundation. He leads this conversation with Amy Lowe and Sara Jones on helping your kids navigate both the planned and unplanned changes that life brings. Listen in as Jeremy shares practical examples and steps you can take to help your kids feel more comfortable and confident while handling changes. 

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]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Jeremy Marshall, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-change-with-kids-htBcY1zs In today's episode, we are joined by our friend and colleague Jeremy Marshall. Jeremy is a father of three and the Senior Manager of Learning and Development for the WinShape Foundation. He leads this conversation with Amy Lowe and Sara Jones on helping your kids navigate both the planned and unplanned changes that life brings. Listen in as Jeremy shares practical examples and steps you can take to help your kids feel more comfortable and confident while handling changes. 

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]]> Navigating Change with Kids Jeremy Marshall, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:29:42 Change is inevitable and can be even more difficult to navigate if you don't get a say in it. That's why this episode is dedicated to helping your kids navigate both the planned and unplanned changes that life brings. Listen in as our guest, Jeremy Marshall, shares practical examples and steps you can take to help your kids feel more comfortable and confident while handling changes. Change is inevitable and can be even more difficult to navigate if you don't get a say in it. That's why this episode is dedicated to helping your kids navigate both the planned and unplanned changes that life brings. Listen in as our guest, Jeremy Marshall, shares practical examples and steps you can take to help your kids feel more comfortable and confident while handling changes. navigating change, transition, moving, new school, winshape, winshape camp, change, new sibling, conversations, life, dads, parenting, carpoool, tip, christian parenting, changes, tricks, carpool conversation, parents, windshape, mom, winshape foundation, camp winshape, carpool conversations, dad, winshape camps, moms, parent false full 27 a7cea82d-c2bc-4fb4-bfab-b94e268a10d6 Helping Kids Manage Peer Pressure No matter their age or stage,  kids today encounter peer pressure in various forms, both positive and negative. In today's episode, Amy and Sara discuss effective strategies for coaching kids through these challenging experiences, kicking things off with a few interesting research findings and a few light-hearted personal anecdotes. Then, they offer practical advice on starting Christ-centered conversations that empower kids to navigate peer pressure with confidence and faith.

Research: Psychology Today Article

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids

Video: Decide Before You Arrive

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Question of the Week: Where have you seen a friend give in to peer pressure? What would you have done if that had happened to you?

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]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:17:11 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-manage-peer-pressure-pGvxksNm No matter their age or stage,  kids today encounter peer pressure in various forms, both positive and negative. In today's episode, Amy and Sara discuss effective strategies for coaching kids through these challenging experiences, kicking things off with a few interesting research findings and a few light-hearted personal anecdotes. Then, they offer practical advice on starting Christ-centered conversations that empower kids to navigate peer pressure with confidence and faith.

Research: Psychology Today Article

Blog: Raising Joyful Kids

Video: Decide Before You Arrive

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Question of the Week: Where have you seen a friend give in to peer pressure? What would you have done if that had happened to you?

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]]> Helping Kids Manage Peer Pressure Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:24:52 No matter their age or stage, kids today encounter peer pressure in various forms, both positive and negative. In today's episode, Amy and Sara discuss effective strategies for coaching our kids through these challenging experiences. They also share tips on how to initiate meaningful conversations that help prepare children to handle peer pressure with confidence. No matter their age or stage, kids today encounter peer pressure in various forms, both positive and negative. In today's episode, Amy and Sara discuss effective strategies for coaching our kids through these challenging experiences. They also share tips on how to initiate meaningful conversations that help prepare children to handle peer pressure with confidence. intentional parenting, carpool conversations podcast, parenting today, elementary kids, winshape, moms podcast, conversations, dads, children, peer pressure, parenting, dad podcast, pressure, podcast for kids, kids, mom podcast, carpool conversation, parents, podcast for parents, winshape podcast, healthy parenting, parenting tips, carpool conversations, navigating peer pressure, middle school kids, dads podcast, children tips, manage peer pressure, parenting blog, peers, pre-teen, winshapecamps, christian parents, kid, peer pressure teens, parent podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, christian parents podcast, moms, kids peer pressure false full 26 7f5130e9-8759-4f4b-ab07-6b84cecbb41f Managing the Feelings of Parent Guilt Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a working parent, a mom, or a dad - we all have experienced feelings of “parent guilt” from time to time. The term "Parent Guilt" is a name we often give to the feelings of guilt or shame that arise when we don't live up to our own or others expectations as parents. In today's episode, Amy and Sara address this feeling of parent guilt and share some of the ways they have overcome and dealt with these uncomfortable feelings. We hope you leave this conversation feeling more empowered to handle the feelings of parent guilt when they surface.

Research: Mom Guilt

Article: Shame vs. Guilt

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]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/managing-the-feelings-of-parent-guilt-XOm_VDhg Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a working parent, a mom, or a dad - we all have experienced feelings of “parent guilt” from time to time. The term "Parent Guilt" is a name we often give to the feelings of guilt or shame that arise when we don't live up to our own or others expectations as parents. In today's episode, Amy and Sara address this feeling of parent guilt and share some of the ways they have overcome and dealt with these uncomfortable feelings. We hope you leave this conversation feeling more empowered to handle the feelings of parent guilt when they surface.

Research: Mom Guilt

Article: Shame vs. Guilt

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]]> Managing the Feelings of Parent Guilt Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:24:04 Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a working parent, a mom, or a dad - we all have experienced feelings of “parent guilt” from time to time. The term "Parent Guilt" is a name we often give to the feelings of guilt or shame that arise when we don't live up to our own or others' expectations as parents. In today's episode, Amy and Sara address this feeling of parent guilt and share some of the ways they have overcome and dealt with these uncomfortable feelings. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent, a working parent, a mom, or a dad - we all have experienced feelings of “parent guilt” from time to time. The term "Parent Guilt" is a name we often give to the feelings of guilt or shame that arise when we don't live up to our own or others' expectations as parents. In today's episode, Amy and Sara address this feeling of parent guilt and share some of the ways they have overcome and dealt with these uncomfortable feelings. carpool, camp, parent tips, winshape, winshape camp, mom guilt, conversations, kids conversations, dads, dad guilt, christian parenting, guilt, parents, mom, parenting tips, podcast, mom tips, conversation, winshape camps, moms, parent, shame false full 25 09ad1c5e-c7e1-47b5-aa27-f0eff38b9a93 Leading your Family as a Team In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Chadwick, the Director of WinShape Teams, to explore the transformative concept of viewing your family as a team. He shares several practical tips on how to lead and serve our family with a team-first mindset, highlighting that the success of the family unit hinges on the health and teamwork of all its members. Rusty uses the three concepts of "Look In, Look Up, and Step Out" when thinking about serving and leading his family well. When we lead and unite our family around a common purpose and goal, we can unlock a new level of fulfillment, performance, and engagement in our family unit. 

Book: Team Work - Russ Sarratt and Rusty Chadwick

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]]> Wed, 19 Jun 2024 13:08:08 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Rusty Chadwick, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/leading-your-family-as-a-team-ZNr9e7r1 In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Chadwick, the Director of WinShape Teams, to explore the transformative concept of viewing your family as a team. He shares several practical tips on how to lead and serve our family with a team-first mindset, highlighting that the success of the family unit hinges on the health and teamwork of all its members. Rusty uses the three concepts of "Look In, Look Up, and Step Out" when thinking about serving and leading his family well. When we lead and unite our family around a common purpose and goal, we can unlock a new level of fulfillment, performance, and engagement in our family unit. 

Book: Team Work - Russ Sarratt and Rusty Chadwick

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]]> Leading your Family as a Team Rusty Chadwick, Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:28:43 In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Chadwick, the Director of WinShape Teams, to explore the transformative concept of viewing your family as a team. He shares several practical tips on how to lead our family with a team-first mindset, highlighting that the success of the family unit hinges on the health and teamwork of all its members. He uses the concept of "Looking In, Looking Up, and Stepping Out" to When we lead and unite our family around a common purpose and goal, we can unlock a new level of fulfillment, performance, and engagement in our family. In this episode, we sit down with Rusty Chadwick, the Director of WinShape Teams, to explore the transformative concept of viewing your family as a team. He shares several practical tips on how to lead our family with a team-first mindset, highlighting that the success of the family unit hinges on the health and teamwork of all its members. He uses the concept of "Looking In, Looking Up, and Stepping Out" to When we lead and unite our family around a common purpose and goal, we can unlock a new level of fulfillment, performance, and engagement in our family. carpool, camp, team mates, intentional parenting, parent tips, conversation starter, carpool conversations podcast, wind shape, christian, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, winshape teams, conversations, parenting scripture, kids conversations, dads, jesus, purpose, parenting, family podcast, god, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, glorify god, family, intentionality, family values, mom podcast, intentional, carpool conversation, parents, teamwork, christian family, leading, family purpose, winshape foundation, camp winshape, carpool conversations, team, kids camp, middle school kids, summer camp, leading teams, leading family, spiritual leadership, mom tips, kids podcast, leaders, parent podcast, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, moms, family unit false full 24 75ebcb56-c3c9-4a4b-af47-afd57b86d661 Navigating the Faith and Fears of Teenagers Ever wondered what middle and high schoolers are worried about these days? Are their conversations at church similar to the ones we had as kids? Are their fears and worries the same, or how are they different? In today's episode, we sit down with Anna Aaron Harvey, a mom and the Minister to Middle and High School Girls at Hebron Church, to get a look behind the curtain of student ministry. Anna shares the latest trends she's seeing among these age groups and how they're currently navigating their faith journeys. She also offers advice for parents on how we can support student ministers and reinforce church teachings at home. And for parents of younger kids, Anna gives us advice on how we can prepare our elementary school kids for middle school if they aren't there yet. 

Questions of the Week: What are the topics of discussion in your small group at church?

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]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2024 09:59:18 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Anna Aaron Harvey) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-the-faith-and-fears-of-middle-and-high-schoolers-Oftv7eM9 Ever wondered what middle and high schoolers are worried about these days? Are their conversations at church similar to the ones we had as kids? Are their fears and worries the same, or how are they different? In today's episode, we sit down with Anna Aaron Harvey, a mom and the Minister to Middle and High School Girls at Hebron Church, to get a look behind the curtain of student ministry. Anna shares the latest trends she's seeing among these age groups and how they're currently navigating their faith journeys. She also offers advice for parents on how we can support student ministers and reinforce church teachings at home. And for parents of younger kids, Anna gives us advice on how we can prepare our elementary school kids for middle school if they aren't there yet. 

Questions of the Week: What are the topics of discussion in your small group at church?

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]]> Navigating the Faith and Fears of Teenagers Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Anna Aaron Harvey 00:39:15 Have you ever wondered what middle and high schoolers are worried about these days? Are they having the same questions and conversations at church that we did as a kid? Today we are joined by Anna Aaron Harvey, the Minister to Middle and High School Girls at Hebron Church, to get the inside scoop on what goes on behind the curtain of student ministry. We got to pick her brain about the trends that she is seeing in these age groups and she shares advice on how we as parents can come alongside our student ministers! Have you ever wondered what middle and high schoolers are worried about these days? Are they having the same questions and conversations at church that we did as a kid? Today we are joined by Anna Aaron Harvey, the Minister to Middle and High School Girls at Hebron Church, to get the inside scoop on what goes on behind the curtain of student ministry. We got to pick her brain about the trends that she is seeing in these age groups and she shares advice on how we as parents can come alongside our student ministers! carpool, camp, growing older, parent tips, older kids, conversation starter, carpool conversations podcast, christian parent podcast, sara jones, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, advice, worry, christian discipleship, parenting, carpoool, ministry, behind the curtain, dad podcast, parenting advice, christian parenting, family, christian dad, christian mom, car pool winshape, amy lowe, anna aaron harvey, kids, carpool conversation, parents, student ministry, youth group, modeling christ, carpool podcast, winshape camps podcast, kids faith, winshape foundation, camp winshape, raising healthy young adults, carpool conversations, raising kids podcast, kids ministry, podcast, fear, middle school kids, dads podcast, church pastor, raising teens, raising kids, carpool conversations winshape, kids podcast, faith, parenting podcast, daughers, winshape camps, high school kids, christian podcast, raising daughters, moms, parent, church ministry false full 23 0e7c2e8f-1d20-4845-bbc8-7ccc6285feb0 Helping Kids Learn Through Risk-Taking Kids are constantly learning lessons, and most of the time it's not even in the classroom. As they grow, they learn through relationships, discovering new abilities, and quite often they learn through failure! As parents, we get to come alongside them and help them understand that taking risks, and failing is OK! It's hard to watch our kids take risks when our instincts are telling us to protect and to rescue. But it's also important to look for opportunities where our kids can feel the freedom to choose, to take risks, and to fail in a controlled setting. In today's episode we'll be talking about the "why" of allowing our kids to take controlled risks, and sharing some tips we've discovered for helping our kids learn through risk-taking and mistake-making.

Book: Parenting with Love & Logic

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Questions of the Week: What was the last risk you took or new thing you tried? How did it work out?

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]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/helping-kids-learn-through-risk-taking-pjSfrYFZ Kids are constantly learning lessons, and most of the time it's not even in the classroom. As they grow, they learn through relationships, discovering new abilities, and quite often they learn through failure! As parents, we get to come alongside them and help them understand that taking risks, and failing is OK! It's hard to watch our kids take risks when our instincts are telling us to protect and to rescue. But it's also important to look for opportunities where our kids can feel the freedom to choose, to take risks, and to fail in a controlled setting. In today's episode we'll be talking about the "why" of allowing our kids to take controlled risks, and sharing some tips we've discovered for helping our kids learn through risk-taking and mistake-making.

Book: Parenting with Love & Logic

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Questions of the Week: What was the last risk you took or new thing you tried? How did it work out?

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]]> Helping Kids Learn Through Risk-Taking Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:28:01 As kids grow, they learn lessons through relationships, discovering new abilities, and quite often they learn through failure! As parents, we get to come alongside them and help them understand that taking risks and failing is okay! It's hard to watch our kids take risks when our instincts are telling us to protect and to rescue. But it's also important to look for opportunities where our kids can feel the freedom to choose, to take risks, and to fail in a controlled setting. In today's episode we'll be talking about the "why" of allowing our kids to take controlled risks, and sharing some tips we've discovered for helping our kids learn through risk-taking and mistake-making. As kids grow, they learn lessons through relationships, discovering new abilities, and quite often they learn through failure! As parents, we get to come alongside them and help them understand that taking risks and failing is okay! It's hard to watch our kids take risks when our instincts are telling us to protect and to rescue. But it's also important to look for opportunities where our kids can feel the freedom to choose, to take risks, and to fail in a controlled setting. In today's episode we'll be talking about the "why" of allowing our kids to take controlled risks, and sharing some tips we've discovered for helping our kids learn through risk-taking and mistake-making. carpool, camp, growing older, parent tips, older kids, kids taking risks, carpool conversations podcast, sara, parenting well, kids learning, sara jones, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, young adults, moms podcast, mom parenting podcast, parenting, kids problem solving, family podcast, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, kids growing, amy, christian parenting podcast, camp podcast, christian dad, christian mom, car pool winshape, amy lowe, kids, mom podcast, sarah jones, carpool conversation, parents, control, christian mom podcast, problem solving, christian family, winshape podcast, mom, parentings tips, winshape camps podcast, christian camp, car pool conversation, winshape foundation, lowe, love, camp winshape, raising kids podcast, middle school kids, controlled risk, taking risks, dad, mom tips, raising kids, love and logic, carpool conversations winshape, kid, kids podcast, carpool convo, parenting podcast, risk-taking, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, risk taking, winshape kids false full 22 e2c7d5f2-acd3-44a9-a73a-0d46cc1d3f72 A Parent's Guide to Asking Kids Great Questions As parents, we put on many hats, and one of those is the "coach" hat. In today's episode Amy and Sara will be talking about the art of question-asking and the impact it has on our effectiveness in coaching our kids. Did you know that Jesus asked his disciples over 307 documented questions, and He was undoubtedly the world's greatest Teacher and Coach! A coach is someone that pushes you to new heights, calls out your potential, and picks you up when you fall. In this episode we discuss several practical tips for asking your kids great questions, and helping their young minds learn crucial problem-solving skills. With better questions in your tool belt, you'll be an even better coach for your kids! 

Book: The Coaching Habit - Michael Bungay Stanier 

Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It - Chris Voss

Question of the Week: How do you like to be encouraged when you're learning something new or struggling with overcoming something difficult?

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]]> Wed, 8 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/asking-kids-great-questions-0sTQkFkX As parents, we put on many hats, and one of those is the "coach" hat. In today's episode Amy and Sara will be talking about the art of question-asking and the impact it has on our effectiveness in coaching our kids. Did you know that Jesus asked his disciples over 307 documented questions, and He was undoubtedly the world's greatest Teacher and Coach! A coach is someone that pushes you to new heights, calls out your potential, and picks you up when you fall. In this episode we discuss several practical tips for asking your kids great questions, and helping their young minds learn crucial problem-solving skills. With better questions in your tool belt, you'll be an even better coach for your kids! 

Book: The Coaching Habit - Michael Bungay Stanier 

Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It - Chris Voss

Question of the Week: How do you like to be encouraged when you're learning something new or struggling with overcoming something difficult?

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]]> A Parent's Guide to Asking Kids Great Questions Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:23:36 There are many hats we wear as parents, and today's episode is all about the "coach" hat. The key to being a good coach, is asking great questions! A coach is different than a cheerleader. They are someone that pushes you to new heights, calls out your potential, and picks you up when you fall. In this episode we will cover the art of asking kids good questions, and give you some practical tips to better coach your kids in your parenting. There are many hats we wear as parents, and today's episode is all about the "coach" hat. The key to being a good coach, is asking great questions! A coach is different than a cheerleader. They are someone that pushes you to new heights, calls out your potential, and picks you up when you fall. In this episode we will cover the art of asking kids good questions, and give you some practical tips to better coach your kids in your parenting. kids and coaching, carpool, camp, teaching kids, elementary kdis, parent tips, carpool conversations podcast, questions to ask kids, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, dads, encouragement, jesus, asking questions, parenting, christian coaching, kids problem solving, carpoool, dad tips, family tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, discussion, coach podcast, art of question asking, girls camp, kids, mom podcast, family discussions, car pool conversations podcast, carpool conversation, parents, overnight camp, parentings coversations, coaching kids, problem solving, winshape podcast, jesus kids podcast, carpool podcast, winshape foundation, camp winshape, coaching with questions, parenting tips, art of negotiation, carpool conversations, coaching, middle school kids, dads podcast, teaching, questions, mom tips, negotiating, negotiation, kids podcast, carpool dads, kids questions, practical, carpool convo, parenting podcast, coach, moms carpool, winshape camps, christian podcast, question asking, moms, parent false full 21 4e80bfc4-7a1c-4902-a440-005363433071 Are my Kids Ready for Overnight Camp? Sending your kids to overnight camp for the first time can be scary for parents. How do you know if your kids are ready for camp? How do you know if YOU are ready? In today's episode we will be talking about the benefits of camp, and how you can prepare your kid's for their first overnight camp experience. We'll also be talking about some of the things to consider when selecting an overnight camp. This episode is jam-packed with great information on all things camper safety, staff training, camp nurses, camp benefits, and how to prep your future campers (and yourself) for their first overnight camp experience.  

WinShape Camps Safety Policies

Video: An Introduction to WinShape Camps for Girls at Young Harris

Video: An Introduction to WinShape Camps for Boys at Cleveland

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Questions of the Week: What are the things that would get you excited about going to camp?

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]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/are-my-kids-ready-for-overnight-camp-fF0yePea Sending your kids to overnight camp for the first time can be scary for parents. How do you know if your kids are ready for camp? How do you know if YOU are ready? In today's episode we will be talking about the benefits of camp, and how you can prepare your kid's for their first overnight camp experience. We'll also be talking about some of the things to consider when selecting an overnight camp. This episode is jam-packed with great information on all things camper safety, staff training, camp nurses, camp benefits, and how to prep your future campers (and yourself) for their first overnight camp experience.  

WinShape Camps Safety Policies

Video: An Introduction to WinShape Camps for Girls at Young Harris

Video: An Introduction to WinShape Camps for Boys at Cleveland

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Questions of the Week: What are the things that would get you excited about going to camp?

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]]> Are my Kids Ready for Overnight Camp? Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:24:04 Sending your kids to overnight camp for the first time can feel really scary. How do you know if your kids are ready for camp? How do you know if YOU are ready? In today's episode we will be talking about how to prepare your kid's for their first overnight camp experience and some things to consider when selecting an overnight camp. Sending your kids to overnight camp for the first time can feel really scary. How do you know if your kids are ready for camp? How do you know if YOU are ready? In today's episode we will be talking about how to prepare your kid's for their first overnight camp experience and some things to consider when selecting an overnight camp. camp, kids and camp, parent tips, conversation starter, kids safety, wind shape, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, young kids, conversations, win shape, camp for kids, dads, parenting, family podcast, carpoool, dad podcast, christian parenting, kids growing, kids activities, family experiences, camp podcast, camp safety, kids activity, kids, preparing, mom podcast, carpool conversation, parents, overnight camp, preparing kids, winshape podcast, winshape camps podcast, camp winshape, ready for camp, development kids, maturing, kids development, kids confidence, middle school kids, win shape camp, dads podcast, mom tips, kids maturity, kids fun, raising kids, pre-teen, kid, winshape camps for families, carpool convo, parenting podcast, winshape camps, moms, parent, winshape kids false full 20 8f73b39c-1a0e-4309-aaf4-decda50c2371 Creating Memorable Family Experiences In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by Mike McGuire who works with WinShape Camps for Families and is a father of 2. Today we are talking about creating meaningful and memorable family experiences. Mike dives into the significance of creating memorable family experiences to help disciple and engage our kids, and point them to Jesus. And if you're interested in finding a Family Camp experience, we are going to give you a glimpse of what you can expect at a WinShape Camps for Families experience.

Learn more about Family Camp!

Blog: How Intentional Experiences Can Impact Your Family

Question of the Week: What is a regular thing we do in our house that you are glad we do? And why?

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]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:40:22 +0000 communications@winshape.org (WinShape Foundation Inc. ) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/creating-memorable-family-experience-Sje0eKgZ In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by Mike McGuire who works with WinShape Camps for Families and is a father of 2. Today we are talking about creating meaningful and memorable family experiences. Mike dives into the significance of creating memorable family experiences to help disciple and engage our kids, and point them to Jesus. And if you're interested in finding a Family Camp experience, we are going to give you a glimpse of what you can expect at a WinShape Camps for Families experience.

Learn more about Family Camp!

Blog: How Intentional Experiences Can Impact Your Family

Question of the Week: What is a regular thing we do in our house that you are glad we do? And why?

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Guest: Mike McGuire

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]]> Creating Memorable Family Experiences WinShape Foundation Inc. 00:32:37 As parents, our desire is to disciple our kids well. In this episode we get to talk with the leader of our Family Camps, Mike McGuire about the significance of creating memorable family experiences to help engage our kids and point them to Jesus. And then we're going to give you a glimpse of what you can expect at a WinShape Camps for Families experience. As parents, our desire is to disciple our kids well. In this episode we get to talk with the leader of our Family Camps, Mike McGuire about the significance of creating memorable family experiences to help engage our kids and point them to Jesus. And then we're going to give you a glimpse of what you can expect at a WinShape Camps for Families experience. mike mcguire, carpool, camp, martha berry, intentional parenting, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, family camp, wind shape, christian fun, christian, camps, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, win shape, discipleship, family discipleship, dads, christian discipleship, winshape marriage, family podcast, carpoool, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, moming, intentional experiences, podcast for moms, family experiences, intentionality, winshape family camps, christian mom, family activities, mom podcast, disciple family, family discussions, intentional, carpool conversation, families, memorable experiences, christian family, winshape podcast, mom, winshape camps podcast, christian camp, car, winshape foundation, camp winshape, intentional fun, parenting tips, carpool conversations, podcast, family memories, dads podcast, activities for family, dad, leading family, mom tips, family moments, creating fun family time, parenting tipcs, christian marriage, family camps, winshape camps for families, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms false full 19 937d49c5-799b-4ea9-9e64-6134bd76f602 The Power of Family Play Explore the joys of cultivating a culture of fun and intentional play within your family! In this episode, Amy and Sara uncover the "why" of fun, drawing insights from scientific research and Biblical truths. These insights lay the groundwork for an exciting discussion featuring laughter-filled anecdotes and practical tips for how we can infuse our family time with more play and intentional fun! We hope this episode encourages and inspires you. Let's unlock the power of play together!

Psalm 118:24 - This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Book: Happiness

Article: The Power of Play: 6 Benefits for Child Development

Questions of the Week: How can we play more together as a family?

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]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/family-fun-play-xmLtaSJN Explore the joys of cultivating a culture of fun and intentional play within your family! In this episode, Amy and Sara uncover the "why" of fun, drawing insights from scientific research and Biblical truths. These insights lay the groundwork for an exciting discussion featuring laughter-filled anecdotes and practical tips for how we can infuse our family time with more play and intentional fun! We hope this episode encourages and inspires you. Let's unlock the power of play together!

Psalm 118:24 - This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Book: Happiness

Article: The Power of Play: 6 Benefits for Child Development

Questions of the Week: How can we play more together as a family?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> The Power of Family Play Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:22:59 Did you know that studies show children who engage in regular play have higher levels of creativity and problem-solving skills, as well as reduced anxiety and boosted joy and self-esteem? In this episode, we uncover why play matters, drawing insights from research and Biblical truths. From laughter-filled anecdotes to practical tips, let's unlock the power of play together! Did you know that studies show children who engage in regular play have higher levels of creativity and problem-solving skills, as well as reduced anxiety and boosted joy and self-esteem? In this episode, we uncover why play matters, drawing insights from research and Biblical truths. From laughter-filled anecdotes to practical tips, let's unlock the power of play together! carpool, camp, intentional parenting, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, wind shape, christian fun, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, play, moms podcast, young kids, kids conversations, win shape, dads, car pool, parenting, family podcast, carpoool, playing with kids, family fun, dad tips, family tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, intentionality, camp podcast, christian mom, kids, mom podcast, family discussions, jesus podcast, carpool conversation, jesus fun, fun with kids, christian family, winshape podcast, mom, jesus kids podcast, winshape camps podcast, car, kids faith, kids wisdom, camp winshape, intentional fun, kids and joy, carpool conversations, kids play, podcast, middle school kids, dads podcast, dad, mom tips, kids fun, play and fun, play and kids, fun with family, joy, kids joy, fun, kid, fun for kids, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, parent false full 18 58afe6d5-8909-439f-87a3-ade47e25bf3e Identifying Your Family Values In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the significance of identifying your family values, drawing from personal experience and biblical Truth!  Identifying your family values can help set a tone and a vision for your family. When called out, they may serve as a compass for your family, especially when rooted in biblical truth. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share an enlightening conversation around the topic of identifying your family values, discussing their significance and sharing practical steps to how you can determine these together as a family.

PDF: 100 Commonly Held Values for Your Family

Book: Know What You're FOR

Book: A Legacy That Lasts

Question of the Week: What do you want to be known for?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

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]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/identifying-your-family-values-G8XV1XQ2 In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the significance of identifying your family values, drawing from personal experience and biblical Truth!  Identifying your family values can help set a tone and a vision for your family. When called out, they may serve as a compass for your family, especially when rooted in biblical truth. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share an enlightening conversation around the topic of identifying your family values, discussing their significance and sharing practical steps to how you can determine these together as a family.

PDF: 100 Commonly Held Values for Your Family

Book: Know What You're FOR

Book: A Legacy That Lasts

Question of the Week: What do you want to be known for?

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]]> Identifying Your Family Values Amy Lowe 00:22:08 What do you want to be known for? Identifying your family values can help set a tone and a vision for your family. When called out, they may serve as a compass for your family, especially when rooted in biblical truth. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share an enlightening conversation around the topic of identifying your family values, discussing their significance and sharing practical steps to how you can determine these together as a family. What do you want to be known for? Identifying your family values can help set a tone and a vision for your family. When called out, they may serve as a compass for your family, especially when rooted in biblical truth. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share an enlightening conversation around the topic of identifying your family values, discussing their significance and sharing practical steps to how you can determine these together as a family. carpool, camp, intentional parenting, parent tips, conversation starter, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, father, elementary kids, winshape camp, moms podcast, conversations, kids conversations, dads, car pool, winshape marriage, parenting, family podcast, values, carpoool, dad tips, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, mother, moming, intentionality, family values, kids, mom podcast, family discussions, intentional, carpool conversation, parents, car, winshape foundation, family value, camp winshape, car pool convo, carpool conversations, middle school kids, dads podcast, dad, mom tips, teen, values for family, kid, parenting podcast, winshape camps, moms, value, parent false full 17 631220a3-8ebb-4681-8698-182d258383d6 Deepening Your Family's Faith through Discipleship As parents, it is our job to be the primary discipler of our kids. But what exactly is discipleship? It is actually really simple - Discipleship is the process by which we help someone else in their walk with Jesus. In this episode, Amy and Sara discuss the vital role parents play in family discipleship, emphasizing the integration of faith into daily life. They share personal experiences and practical insights, encouraging parents to prioritize their own spiritual growth and to have regular conversations about God with their family. Offering tools and resources, they highlight the journey toward Christ-likeness and the importance of consistency in family discipleship.

PDF: How Do I Apply the Bible?

Book: Tea Time Discipleship 

Book: Indescribable - Louie Giglio

The Bible Made Easy for Kids

A kids bible that links together bible stories and helps it make sense to kids

Devotional: Dinner Table Devotions

Questions of the Week: How do you think our family can grow in our faith together?

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]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/discipleship-Dam_7p1Y As parents, it is our job to be the primary discipler of our kids. But what exactly is discipleship? It is actually really simple - Discipleship is the process by which we help someone else in their walk with Jesus. In this episode, Amy and Sara discuss the vital role parents play in family discipleship, emphasizing the integration of faith into daily life. They share personal experiences and practical insights, encouraging parents to prioritize their own spiritual growth and to have regular conversations about God with their family. Offering tools and resources, they highlight the journey toward Christ-likeness and the importance of consistency in family discipleship.

PDF: How Do I Apply the Bible?

Book: Tea Time Discipleship 

Book: Indescribable - Louie Giglio

The Bible Made Easy for Kids

A kids bible that links together bible stories and helps it make sense to kids

Devotional: Dinner Table Devotions

Questions of the Week: How do you think our family can grow in our faith together?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

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]]> Deepening Your Family's Faith through Discipleship Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:23:19 Discipleship can feel like an intimidating responsibility for parents when they think about their kids. In this episode, we give a definition for discipleship and how you can take steps as a parent to be the primary discipler of your kids. Discipleship can feel like an intimidating responsibility for parents when they think about their kids. In this episode, we give a definition for discipleship and how you can take steps as a parent to be the primary discipler of your kids. carpool, camp, parent tips, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, disciple kids, father, wind shape, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, young kids, win shape, discipleship, family discipleship, dads, car pool, christian discipleship, parenting, family podcast, carpoool, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, mother, discussion, jesus discipleship, kids discipleship, kids, mom podcast, disciple family, family discussions, jesus podcast, carpool conversation, families, parents, car podcast, disciple, mom discipleship, winshape podcast, mom, jesus kids podcast, teens, winshape camps podcast, car, kids faith, winshape foundation, healthy families, camp winshape, car pool convo, carpool conversations, middle school kids, dads podcast, dad, leading family, raising kids, kid, carpool convo, winshape camps, moms, parent, kids caring false full 16 f0bd0d7b-609d-4d8c-84e6-92e465d4aeb8 Inspiring Kids to Serve Others Teaching your kids to serve can be a powerful tool for your kids' development and it actually comes with some added benefits too!  In this episode, Amy and Sara share the big "why" of serving and give you some practical tips to easily incorporate serving into your family's routine.

Book: Love Does for Kids - Bob Goff

Book: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Article: Health Benefits of Serving

Spiritual Gifts Assessment

Questions of the Week: What are some ways we can work together as a family to give back to others in need?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/inspiring-kids-to-serve-others-FCVMElgB Teaching your kids to serve can be a powerful tool for your kids' development and it actually comes with some added benefits too!  In this episode, Amy and Sara share the big "why" of serving and give you some practical tips to easily incorporate serving into your family's routine.

Book: Love Does for Kids - Bob Goff

Book: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Article: Health Benefits of Serving

Spiritual Gifts Assessment

Questions of the Week: What are some ways we can work together as a family to give back to others in need?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Inspiring Kids to Serve Others Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:21:01 As a parent, it can be difficult to think of ways to get your kids involved in serving others, much less get them interested in it. In this episode, we share the heart behind serving and offer some simple ways for you to help inspire your kids to serve others together as a family. As a parent, it can be difficult to think of ways to get your kids involved in serving others, much less get them interested in it. In this episode, we share the heart behind serving and offer some simple ways for you to help inspire your kids to serve others together as a family. carpool, camp, parent tips, serving with our kids, conversation starter, servants heart, carpool conversations podcast, mom and dad, wind shape, parenting well, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, conversations, kids conversations, win shape, momming, dads, car pool, volunteering, parenting, family podcast, carpoool, family service projects, dad podcast, christian parenting, family, camp podcast, kids, family activities, mom podcast, family discussions, service, carpool conversation, parents, serve, winshape podcast, mom, serving others, car, winshape foundation, service projects, camp winshape, carpool conversations, podcast, middle school kids, dads podcast, dad, serving at home, confident parenting, serving, kids volunteering, kid, parenting podcast, winshape camps, christian podcast, moms, parent, kids caring, kids serving others false full 15 0d3d997c-0d14-4699-bb77-265b2f6ca057 Preparing Kids to Leave the Nest As our kids grow older, we often find ourselves pondering if our parenting actions now are laying the groundwork for their future success.  In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by Katie Bulmer, a motivational speaker & host of the "Truth for your Twenties" podcast. As a mom to two teenage daughters and a mentor to twenty-something-aged girls, she shares valuable insights on preparing our kids for that next stage of life. Katie discusses the importance of introducing controlled failure moments within the home and offers practical tips for enabling our children to navigate failure within a supportive environment. She also sheds light on the significance of initiating discussions about dating & relationships with our kids before that stage begins. Finally, she emphasizes the significance of instilling faith values early on, allowing them to discover their faith for themselves before leaving the nest.

Podcast: Truth for Your Twenties

Question of the Week: What do you think I was like as a teenager or a young adult? After their answer, share a bit about what you were actually like as a young adult, and some things you experienced.

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Guest: Katie Bulmer

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:52:46 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Katie Bulmer, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/preparing-kids-to-leave-the-nest-BCRcK5VC As our kids grow older, we often find ourselves pondering if our parenting actions now are laying the groundwork for their future success.  In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by Katie Bulmer, a motivational speaker & host of the "Truth for your Twenties" podcast. As a mom to two teenage daughters and a mentor to twenty-something-aged girls, she shares valuable insights on preparing our kids for that next stage of life. Katie discusses the importance of introducing controlled failure moments within the home and offers practical tips for enabling our children to navigate failure within a supportive environment. She also sheds light on the significance of initiating discussions about dating & relationships with our kids before that stage begins. Finally, she emphasizes the significance of instilling faith values early on, allowing them to discover their faith for themselves before leaving the nest.

Podcast: Truth for Your Twenties

Question of the Week: What do you think I was like as a teenager or a young adult? After their answer, share a bit about what you were actually like as a young adult, and some things you experienced.

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Guest: Katie Bulmer

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Preparing Kids to Leave the Nest Katie Bulmer, Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:28:37 As our kids grow older, we often find ourselves wondering if we are doing the right things to lay the groundwork for their future success. We want to launch them from the nest trusting that they will soar, but what are some practical actions we can take now? Katie Bulmer, a mother to two teenage daughters and a motivational speaker to twenty-somethings, joins us in this episode to share valuable insights for planning ahead and preparing our kids to leave the nest. As our kids grow older, we often find ourselves wondering if we are doing the right things to lay the groundwork for their future success. We want to launch them from the nest trusting that they will soar, but what are some practical actions we can take now? Katie Bulmer, a mother to two teenage daughters and a motivational speaker to twenty-somethings, joins us in this episode to share valuable insights for planning ahead and preparing our kids to leave the nest. carpool, camp, relationships, intentional parenting, growing older, parent tips, carpool conversations podcast, katie bulmer, wind shape, sara jones, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, young adults, moms podcast, young kids, budgeting, momming, dads, car pool, parenting, carpoool, dad podcast, nest, christian parenting, finances, amy lowe, college-age kids, kids, preparing, carpool conversation, parents, wisdom, preparing kids, mom, car, winshape foundation, leaving the nest, kids wisdom, healthy parenting, camp winshape, raising healthy young adults, carpool conversations, dating, podcast, middle school kids, dads podcast, young adult, dad, healthy kids, college kids, teen, raising teens, confident parenting, raising kids, pre-teen, kid, parenting podcast, winshape camps, moms, parent false full 14 db31ed40-ae53-4254-86f0-0ee7576e40d5 Raising Healthy & Independent Young Adults We all share the desire to glimpse into our kids' futures, seeking guidance on how to be better parents today and equip them for tomorrow. While we will never have all the answers, this episode brings together three accomplished and faith-driven young adults —former WinShape Camps summer staff— offering invaluable insights into the impactful role their parents played in shaping their development. Amy and Sara chat with guests Nicole, Coleman, and Gavin, to discuss what they believe their parents did well to help them become the wonderful people they are today. They touch on several topics including their families' guidelines around technology, serving as a family, work-ethic, and confidence.

Question of the Week: What is a characteristic or quality that you wish you had more of?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Coleman Pethel, Nicole Willis, Gavin Adams

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Coleman Pethel, Nicole Willis, Gavin Adams) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/raising-healthy-young-adults-EkloXK3r We all share the desire to glimpse into our kids' futures, seeking guidance on how to be better parents today and equip them for tomorrow. While we will never have all the answers, this episode brings together three accomplished and faith-driven young adults —former WinShape Camps summer staff— offering invaluable insights into the impactful role their parents played in shaping their development. Amy and Sara chat with guests Nicole, Coleman, and Gavin, to discuss what they believe their parents did well to help them become the wonderful people they are today. They touch on several topics including their families' guidelines around technology, serving as a family, work-ethic, and confidence.

Question of the Week: What is a characteristic or quality that you wish you had more of?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

Guests: Coleman Pethel, Nicole Willis, Gavin Adams

Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Raising Healthy & Independent Young Adults Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Coleman Pethel, Nicole Willis, Gavin Adams 00:25:13 We all share the desire to glimpse into our kids' futures, seeking guidance on how to be better parents today and equip them for tomorrow. It's natural to question if our parenting efforts are effective. Will our kids embrace their faith independently when they leave for college? Are they prepared to tackle "real-world" challenges? While we will never have all the answers, this episode brings together three accomplished and faith-driven young adults —former WinShape Camps summer staff— offering valuable insights into how their parents made an impact on their development. We all share the desire to glimpse into our kids' futures, seeking guidance on how to be better parents today and equip them for tomorrow. It's natural to question if our parenting efforts are effective. Will our kids embrace their faith independently when they leave for college? Are they prepared to tackle "real-world" challenges? While we will never have all the answers, this episode brings together three accomplished and faith-driven young adults —former WinShape Camps summer staff— offering valuable insights into how their parents made an impact on their development. carpool, independence, camp, intentional parenting, parent tips, conversation starter, carpool conversations podcast, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, young adults, moms podcast, conversations, dads, car pool, parenting, carpoool, kids technology, christian parenting, family, family values, kids, family discussions, intentional, carpool conversation, families, parents, mom, car, healthy families, healthy parenting, camp winshape, raising healthy young adults, carpool conversations, podcast, middle school kids, dads podcast, young adult, dad, healthy kids, teen, raising teens, kids screentime, confident parenting, raising kids, serving, pre-teen, kid, parenting podcast, moms, parent false full 13 cdb1a38f-8134-47df-8389-a8636e92fa9b Giving Blessings and Celebrating Milestone Moments  In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the transformative impact of speaking spiritual truths and encouragement over our kids. Then, they share some practical examples of how we can shine a light on milestone moments in our kids lives to make them feel special. When life gets busy, these ideas can often get innocently lost in the wake of our packed schedules. Pulling from resources and personal experience, Amy and Sara  share how we can practically build these rhythms of intentionality into our everyday parenting.

Book: The Blessing

Journal: My Mommy and Me: A Keepsake and Activity Book

Journal: Parent Child Connection Journal

PDF: Powerful Blessings to Give Your Kids

Questions of the Week: What is something you have been wanting us to do as a family that we haven't done yet?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Thu, 4 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Sara Jones, Amy Lowe) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/blessings-and-milestone-moments-ks4_dium  In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the transformative impact of speaking spiritual truths and encouragement over our kids. Then, they share some practical examples of how we can shine a light on milestone moments in our kids lives to make them feel special. When life gets busy, these ideas can often get innocently lost in the wake of our packed schedules. Pulling from resources and personal experience, Amy and Sara  share how we can practically build these rhythms of intentionality into our everyday parenting.

Book: The Blessing

Journal: My Mommy and Me: A Keepsake and Activity Book

Journal: Parent Child Connection Journal

PDF: Powerful Blessings to Give Your Kids

Questions of the Week: What is something you have been wanting us to do as a family that we haven't done yet?

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Producers: Emily Alters & Cody Braun

Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Giving Blessings and Celebrating Milestone Moments Sara Jones, Amy Lowe 00:22:08 In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the transformative impact of speaking spiritual truths and encouragement over our kids. Then, they share some practical examples of how we can shine a light on milestone moments in our kids lives to make them feel special. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones explore the transformative impact of speaking spiritual truths and encouragement over our kids. Then, they share some practical examples of how we can shine a light on milestone moments in our kids lives to make them feel special. carpool, camp, intentional parenting, parent tips, father, christian, camps, elementary kids, winshape, winshape camp, moms podcast, blessing kids, dads, children, car pool, winshape marriage, parenting, carpoool, celebrating, big moments, christian parenting, family, mother, bless kids, intentionality, bless, blessing our kids, kids, family discussions, intentional, carpool conversation, giving blessings, families, parents, milestones, milestone moments, mom, car, winshape foundation, healthy parenting, camp winshape, carpool conversations, podcast, middle school kids, dad, teen, kid, celebrating kids, blessings, parenting podcast, winshape camps, moms false full 12 995acdf5-af76-49e5-886d-1d9b4e143c51 Pressing the Reset Button Using the New Year or changing of the seasons to reset and restart may be easier,  but you and your family can have a fresh start today, no matter what the calendar says. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones talk about pressing that RESET button and establishing new rhythms of living and parenting. They start by sharing questions for evaluation and reflection on past seasons as a family. Then they share practical tips on looking forward, setting goals for the new season, pressing that reset button, and how to be intentional with these goals. 

Book: All It Takes is a Goal

PDF: Jennie Allen's Dream Guide

Article: The Beginner's Guide to Goal Setting

Questions of the Week: Name your top 10 best family moments from this past year together as a family.

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]]> Wed, 27 Dec 2023 21:52:42 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/pressing-the-reset-button-GEOKPaf1 Using the New Year or changing of the seasons to reset and restart may be easier,  but you and your family can have a fresh start today, no matter what the calendar says. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones talk about pressing that RESET button and establishing new rhythms of living and parenting. They start by sharing questions for evaluation and reflection on past seasons as a family. Then they share practical tips on looking forward, setting goals for the new season, pressing that reset button, and how to be intentional with these goals. 

Book: All It Takes is a Goal

PDF: Jennie Allen's Dream Guide

Article: The Beginner's Guide to Goal Setting

Questions of the Week: Name your top 10 best family moments from this past year together as a family.

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]]> Pressing the Reset Button Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:22:34 The New Year is a wonderful time for a fresh start or a reset. Yes, maybe you want to get more fit or eat healthier, but it's also a great time for your family to press the reset button. If you or your family is stuck in a rhythms that isn't working for you, take some time to look back and reflect; and then look forward to set new goals for your family in the new year or new season. You and your family can have a fresh start today, no matter what the calendar says. In this episode, we talk about pressing the RESET button and establishing new rhythms and new goals for your family. The New Year is a wonderful time for a fresh start or a reset. Yes, maybe you want to get more fit or eat healthier, but it's also a great time for your family to press the reset button. If you or your family is stuck in a rhythms that isn't working for you, take some time to look back and reflect; and then look forward to set new goals for your family in the new year or new season. You and your family can have a fresh start today, no matter what the calendar says. In this episode, we talk about pressing the RESET button and establishing new rhythms and new goals for your family. starting over, parent tips, new years resolutions, dads, children, parenting, reset, new years, kids reset, family, resetting, family experiences, kids, family discussions, parents, goal setting, dreaming, mom, resolutions, start over, mothers, fresh starts, podcast, family memories, dad, questions, reset button, fathers, parenting podcast, moms false full 11 7658beea-2bf7-408f-999c-0a65e8e98c9c Managing Our Kids Screen Time Screen time is a difficult subject to navigate when it comes to raising our kids in today's technology-reliant world. Research tells us that kids need much more than what screens can provide. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by sharing some interesting research on the subject. Then, they share some practical tips that they use for managing their kids screen time, and encouraging experiences beyond technology. 

Book: Taming the Technology Monster

Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.

Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures

Article: How Much Screen Time is Too Much for Your Kids

Questions of the Week: If technology didn't exist, what would be some of your favorite things to do?

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]]> Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:01:13 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/screen-time-hxI0qvDT Screen time is a difficult subject to navigate when it comes to raising our kids in today's technology-reliant world. Research tells us that kids need much more than what screens can provide. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by sharing some interesting research on the subject. Then, they share some practical tips that they use for managing their kids screen time, and encouraging experiences beyond technology. 

Book: Taming the Technology Monster

Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.

Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures

Article: How Much Screen Time is Too Much for Your Kids

Questions of the Week: If technology didn't exist, what would be some of your favorite things to do?

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]]> Managing Our Kids Screen Time Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:22:19 Technology and screen time can be a hot topic when it comes to parenting. Research tells us that kids need movement, touch, human exposure, and exposure to nature; and screens don't help with any of that. Anything parents can do to encourage our kids to gain experiences beyond screens is a win-win. Technology and screen time can be a hot topic when it comes to parenting. Research tells us that kids need movement, touch, human exposure, and exposure to nature; and screens don't help with any of that. Anything parents can do to encourage our kids to gain experiences beyond screens is a win-win. carpool, christian, winshape, moms podcast, children, parenting, kids technology, christian parenting, screentime, tech, parents, how to, managing, phones, experiences, mothers, internet, dad, screen time, technology, kids screentime, fathers, social media, managing technology, faith, winshape camps, moms, parent false full 10 32123176-4f87-446e-8f5e-fd83833ada1c How to Prioritize Wellness as a Mom It's so natural to put ourselves at the end of the line, as parents. We have to remember that prioritizing our own wellness, is not only good for our soul, but good for our marriage and children as well. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by the Senior Director of WinShape Marriage - Julie Baumgardner. Julie starts by emphasizing the importance and benefits of taking time for ourselves, as parents. Then, she shares some practical ways parents can prioritize wellness for themselves, and their family as a whole.

WinShape Marriage Retreats Website

WinShape Marriage Social Media

Question of the Week: What should be some of the most important things to our family?

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]]> Wed, 6 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Julie Baumgardner) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/mom-wellness-xhulz7jC It's so natural to put ourselves at the end of the line, as parents. We have to remember that prioritizing our own wellness, is not only good for our soul, but good for our marriage and children as well. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by the Senior Director of WinShape Marriage - Julie Baumgardner. Julie starts by emphasizing the importance and benefits of taking time for ourselves, as parents. Then, she shares some practical ways parents can prioritize wellness for themselves, and their family as a whole.

WinShape Marriage Retreats Website

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]]> How to Prioritize Wellness as a Mom Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Julie Baumgardner 00:32:15 As parents, it’s natural to put ourselves at the end of the line. We have to remember that prioritizing our well-being is good for both our marriage and our children, as well as our own soul. Joining us today is the Senior Director of WinShape Marriage, Julie Baumgardner, to talk about the importance of mom wellness, and some practical tips on how to make this a reality for all of us. As parents, it’s natural to put ourselves at the end of the line. We have to remember that prioritizing our well-being is good for both our marriage and our children, as well as our own soul. Joining us today is the Senior Director of WinShape Marriage, Julie Baumgardner, to talk about the importance of mom wellness, and some practical tips on how to make this a reality for all of us. self-care, self care, winshape marriage, parenting, mom wellness, family, family wellness, modeling marriage, family values, kids, wellness, families, parents, prioritization, mom, healthy families, healthy parenting, wellness parenting, dad, marriage, parent wellness, healthy marriage, healthy mom false full 9 8c0617ee-1e18-4938-8a2e-dbfc2d7db18e Equipping Your Kids to Make Friends & Develop Healthy Relationships Every parent wants their kids to have friends. They want them to build the social skills and connections that will help them now and in the future. But making friends isn't always easy for kids. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones discuss some common misconceptions about friends and a few practical ways you can help your kids in their pursuit of making friends.

Questions of the Week: What makes someone a good friend? Who in your life would you consider a good friend, and why? How can you be a better friend to someone else?

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]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/friendships-0MRmJMAL Every parent wants their kids to have friends. They want them to build the social skills and connections that will help them now and in the future. But making friends isn't always easy for kids. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones discuss some common misconceptions about friends and a few practical ways you can help your kids in their pursuit of making friends.

Questions of the Week: What makes someone a good friend? Who in your life would you consider a good friend, and why? How can you be a better friend to someone else?

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]]> Equipping Your Kids to Make Friends & Develop Healthy Relationships Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:18:21 Helping kids to make friends is a top priority for most parents. However, building a friendship depends on a kid's emotional skills, self-regulation skills, and social competence. That's where parents can play an important role in the development of those abilities. Helping kids to make friends is a top priority for most parents. However, building a friendship depends on a kid's emotional skills, self-regulation skills, and social competence. That's where parents can play an important role in the development of those abilities. relationships, christian, children, jesus, how to help, parenting, god, christian parenting, friend, friendship, kids, parents, how to, mom, make friends, mothers, dad, child, teen, pre-teen, kid, help, parent false full 8 cccb7830-24c5-4bc7-a8ae-14ed98464b92 Helping Parents & Kids Deal with Anger Anger is a powerful emotion that can often cause damage if not handled properly. That's why it's important to work on managing anger as an adult and help your kids learn to do so too. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by talking about tools they use to help themselves as parents deal with anger in everyday life. Then, they share a few practical ways to help your kids handle their emotions effectively when they begin to feel frustrated.

Book: Parenting, Getting it Right

Article: How to Stay Calm

Book: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Questions of the Week: What is something that has made you angry in the past week or so? Why did it make you angry? Is there something you need to repair as a result?

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]]> Wed, 8 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/anger-CSSmALXT Anger is a powerful emotion that can often cause damage if not handled properly. That's why it's important to work on managing anger as an adult and help your kids learn to do so too. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by talking about tools they use to help themselves as parents deal with anger in everyday life. Then, they share a few practical ways to help your kids handle their emotions effectively when they begin to feel frustrated.

Book: Parenting, Getting it Right

Article: How to Stay Calm

Book: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Questions of the Week: What is something that has made you angry in the past week or so? Why did it make you angry? Is there something you need to repair as a result?

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]]> Helping Parents & Kids Deal with Anger Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:21:40 Anger issues often happen in kids because they don't know how to deal with their frustrating feelings. The best way to help prepare them for the next time those angry feelings come up is by utilizing some practical tools to help them recognize, regulate, and repair the situation. Anger issues often happen in kids because they don't know how to deal with their frustrating feelings. The best way to help prepare them for the next time those angry feelings come up is by utilizing some practical tools to help them recognize, regulate, and repair the situation. christian, anger, frustration, mad, children, jesus, how to help, parenting, god, christian parenting, bully, kids, parents, temper tantrum, how to, mom, mothers, dad, child, teen, bullying, pre-teen, kid, help, parent, bullies false full 7 566d8c4d-568d-4328-8ec9-b6e50b6e660c Developing Resilience & Grit in Kids Today's world feels more fragile and complex than ever before. So, the youngest generation that is being raised in it is going to be heavily impacted by it. The good news is that resilience and grit can be taught to help kids navigate their present and future. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by the Clinical Director of WinShape Homes - Phil Bradfield. Phil starts by defining resilience and explaining what it looks like. Then, he shares some practical ways parents can work to develop resilience and grit in their kids.

Learn more about WinShape Homes

Book: Grit by Angela Duckworth

Video: Growth Mindset

Questions of the Week: What was your "high" of the day? What was your "low" of the day? 

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]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Phil Bradfield) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/resilience-DtLQT7Hj Today's world feels more fragile and complex than ever before. So, the youngest generation that is being raised in it is going to be heavily impacted by it. The good news is that resilience and grit can be taught to help kids navigate their present and future. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones are joined by the Clinical Director of WinShape Homes - Phil Bradfield. Phil starts by defining resilience and explaining what it looks like. Then, he shares some practical ways parents can work to develop resilience and grit in their kids.

Learn more about WinShape Homes

Book: Grit by Angela Duckworth

Video: Growth Mindset

Questions of the Week: What was your "high" of the day? What was your "low" of the day? 

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]]> Developing Resilience & Grit in Kids Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, Phil Bradfield 00:19:27 Kids will inevitably face difficulties and challenges both in childhood and adulthood. Their ability to cope, recover, and bounce back quickly is going to be critical to their success. The good news is that resilience is a skill that can be learned - even at a young age. Kids will inevitably face difficulties and challenges both in childhood and adulthood. Their ability to cope, recover, and bounce back quickly is going to be critical to their success. The good news is that resilience is a skill that can be learned - even at a young age. tougher, christian, jesus, how to help, parenting, grit, god, christian parenting, bully, kids, parents, resilient, how to, mom, mothers, dad, stronger, resilience, bullying, kid, gritty, help, tough, parent, bullies false full 6 4bb34c30-533a-46d5-a7bf-0b0699385139 Cultivating Kindness in Your Kids & Dealing with Bullying It can be challenging to teach your kids to be kind and caring in a world that feels ever-increasingly mean. Research says about 20% of students ages 12-18 are experiencing bullying nationwide. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by defining bullying and then share how to help your kids identify it and take action when it does happen. Then, they discuss a few practical ways to cultivate kindness in your kids from a Christian parenting perspective.

Article: How to Prevent Bullying

Sunday Funday on the WinShape Camps app

Questions of the Week for Kindness: Was anyone kind to you today? Tell me about it. How did that kindness towards you make you feel? Were you kind to anyone today? Tell me about it. How did being kind to someone else make you feel?

Questions of the Week for Bullying: Is there anyone that you've noticed that others pick on? Why do you think they pick on that one person? How do you think that person feels when they are picked on? What can you do to help when you see this kind of action happening?

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]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/kindness-bullying-Hn5ZVcEr It can be challenging to teach your kids to be kind and caring in a world that feels ever-increasingly mean. Research says about 20% of students ages 12-18 are experiencing bullying nationwide. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones start by defining bullying and then share how to help your kids identify it and take action when it does happen. Then, they discuss a few practical ways to cultivate kindness in your kids from a Christian parenting perspective.

Article: How to Prevent Bullying

Sunday Funday on the WinShape Camps app

Questions of the Week for Kindness: Was anyone kind to you today? Tell me about it. How did that kindness towards you make you feel? Were you kind to anyone today? Tell me about it. How did being kind to someone else make you feel?

Questions of the Week for Bullying: Is there anyone that you've noticed that others pick on? Why do you think they pick on that one person? How do you think that person feels when they are picked on? What can you do to help when you see this kind of action happening?

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]]> Cultivating Kindness in Your Kids & Dealing with Bullying Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:16:45 Bullying is a sad reality that more and more kids are facing today. While it can be difficult to hear about from a parent's perspective, there are some things you can do to help. One key to getting started is to intentionally cultivate kindness in your kids. Bullying is a sad reality that more and more kids are facing today. While it can be difficult to hear about from a parent's perspective, there are some things you can do to help. One key to getting started is to intentionally cultivate kindness in your kids. christian, jesus, how to help, parenting, nice, god, christian parenting, bully, kids, kind, parents, kindness, how to, mom, mothers, dad, bullying, kid, help, parent, bullies false full 5 8c691de6-9147-4a2f-b873-dbcfcb3e55bc Help Your Kids Handle Anxiety & Find Peace Did you know kids are suffering from anxiety levels that are worse than any period we’ve ever had before? Now, more than 8 in 10 kids admit to struggling with anxiety regularly. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share two practical ways to help you, as a parent, equip your kids to handle their anxiety. The first part of the episode covers how to help your kids find peace - including looking to Jesus as our Prince of Peace. Then, they discuss what to do when anxiety inevitably strikes.

Bible Project Video: Shalom - Peace

Sissy Goff Book: Raising Worry-Free Girls

Questions of the Week: What do you think most of the kids in your class worry about? What are some things that you worry about? Where have you felt the most "at peace?" Who made you feel that way?

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]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 05:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/anxiety-peace-_LPrBgh_ Did you know kids are suffering from anxiety levels that are worse than any period we’ve ever had before? Now, more than 8 in 10 kids admit to struggling with anxiety regularly. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share two practical ways to help you, as a parent, equip your kids to handle their anxiety. The first part of the episode covers how to help your kids find peace - including looking to Jesus as our Prince of Peace. Then, they discuss what to do when anxiety inevitably strikes.

Bible Project Video: Shalom - Peace

Sissy Goff Book: Raising Worry-Free Girls

Questions of the Week: What do you think most of the kids in your class worry about? What are some things that you worry about? Where have you felt the most "at peace?" Who made you feel that way?

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]]> Help Your Kids Handle Anxiety & Find Peace Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:17:02 Anxiety is something almost every kid is dealing with in some capacity. But as a parent, there are a few things you can do to help your kids deal with their anxiety in a healthy way and find peace. Anxiety is something almost every kid is dealing with in some capacity. But as a parent, there are a few things you can do to help your kids deal with their anxiety in a healthy way and find peace. anxious, with, jesus, how to help, worry, parenting, peace, prince of peace, kids, worry free, parents, how to, mom, love, mothers, depression, stress, kid, anxiety, help, parent, worry-free false full 4 e1f47ea9-afe2-4fab-94ae-189fe6aa9e0d Dealing with Sibling Rivalry Sibling rivalry can be exhausting for everyone in the family. One study found that sibling conflict can even happen up to eight times an hour. That's why it's important to understand how to deal with conflict between siblings when it's happening and prevent it in the future. In this episode,  Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share a few practical tips and resources to help your kids get along better.

The Love Languages Survey

How Full is Your Bucket Book

Parent Report Card

Question of the Week for Younger Kids: If you could give your sibling one present, no matter how much it costs, what would you give them? Why?

Question of the Week for Older Kids: How am I hard to love sometimes? How are you hard to love sometimes?

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]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 03:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/sibling-rivalry-sEpZ__kW Sibling rivalry can be exhausting for everyone in the family. One study found that sibling conflict can even happen up to eight times an hour. That's why it's important to understand how to deal with conflict between siblings when it's happening and prevent it in the future. In this episode,  Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share a few practical tips and resources to help your kids get along better.

The Love Languages Survey

How Full is Your Bucket Book

Parent Report Card

Question of the Week for Younger Kids: If you could give your sibling one present, no matter how much it costs, what would you give them? Why?

Question of the Week for Older Kids: How am I hard to love sometimes? How are you hard to love sometimes?

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]]> Dealing with Sibling Rivalry Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:18:13 Dealing with sibling rivalry and breaking up fights can feel like a never-ending battle for parents. With a few practical tips, you can help transform the relationship your kids have with each other. Dealing with sibling rivalry and breaking up fights can feel like a never-ending battle for parents. With a few practical tips, you can help transform the relationship your kids have with each other. brothers, brother, rivalry, sisters, sister, stop, with, how to help, parenting, sibling, kids, fight, parents, prevent, how to, mom, get along, siblings, love, mothers, preventing, argue, deal, kid, help, parent, deal with false full 3 c1a2be66-42b4-4866-9b06-9d72cc925de4 How to Help Your Kids Have Self-Control As a society, both adults and kids struggle with self-control. The modern-day conveniences we have access to can help us get what we're looking for faster and with less effort than ever before. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share why it's important to develop self-control in our kids and what it looks like for them to have it. Then, they will share a few practical conversation starters to help you talk to your kids about self-control.

Video Reenactment of Stanford University's Marshmallow Experiment

Question of the Week: Tell me about a time you had to wait for something. Was it worth the wait? Did you enjoy it more because you had to wait?

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]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/self-control-pTHSY4as As a society, both adults and kids struggle with self-control. The modern-day conveniences we have access to can help us get what we're looking for faster and with less effort than ever before. In this episode, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share why it's important to develop self-control in our kids and what it looks like for them to have it. Then, they will share a few practical conversation starters to help you talk to your kids about self-control.

Video Reenactment of Stanford University's Marshmallow Experiment

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]]> How to Help Your Kids Have Self-Control Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:15:39 Developing self-control in kids can be really challenging in a world full of instant gratification. However, there are a few practical ways you can empower your kids to practice this skill. Developing self-control in kids can be really challenging in a world full of instant gratification. However, there are a few practical ways you can empower your kids to practice this skill. self, how to help, parenting, self control, self-control, kids, parents, control, how to, mom, mothers, kid, help, parent false full 2 a1a1066f-899d-4d2b-8aca-db1b63890ae0 Welcome to Carpool Conversations! We know that being a mom isn't easy. That's why this podcast is dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents like you to have meaningful and intentional conversations with your kids. Hosted by two remarkable moms – Amy Lowe and Sara Jones – Carpool Conversations brings authenticity and Christ-centered truths to the forefront. So get ready for down-to-earth discussions, personal stories, practical examples, and thought-provoking questions meant to help lay the foundation for powerful parent-child dialogues. In each episode, we’ll discuss what it’s like to be a kid in today’s world, and give you a few questions to help you have meaningful conversations with your kids.

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]]> Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-to-carpool-conversations-uUFKfHq7 We know that being a mom isn't easy. That's why this podcast is dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents like you to have meaningful and intentional conversations with your kids. Hosted by two remarkable moms – Amy Lowe and Sara Jones – Carpool Conversations brings authenticity and Christ-centered truths to the forefront. So get ready for down-to-earth discussions, personal stories, practical examples, and thought-provoking questions meant to help lay the foundation for powerful parent-child dialogues. In each episode, we’ll discuss what it’s like to be a kid in today’s world, and give you a few questions to help you have meaningful conversations with your kids.

Question of the Week: What has been your favorite part of your life so far? Why?

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Hosts: Amy Lowe & Sara Jones

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Audio Engineer: Michael Cardillo

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]]> Welcome to Carpool Conversations! Amy Lowe, Sara Jones 00:13:29 In this episode, Amy and Sara share their heart behind starting this podcast. Listen in as they share a little about their background, the struggles of parenting, and what they hope moms take away from Carpool Conversations. In this episode, Amy and Sara share their heart behind starting this podcast. Listen in as they share a little about their background, the struggles of parenting, and what they hope moms take away from Carpool Conversations. carpool, winshape, winshape camp, conversations, pilot, car pool, encouragement, parenting, family, carpool conversation, mom, car, winshape foundation, camp winshape, carpool conversations, truett cathy, winshape camps, moms, parent false full 1 0af14ed9-1bfb-4df7-b797-d07a3a094cac Carpool Conversations - Trailer Carpool Conversations is a podcast dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents just like you to have meaningful conversations with their kids. Hosted by two moms, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones have down-to-earth discussions where they share stories, practical examples, and questions to help you better understand and connect with your kids. So listen in the next time you’re going to pick up your kids from school and you might end up with the perfect conversation starter!


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]]> Tue, 8 Aug 2023 12:26:47 +0000 communications@winshape.org (Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, WinShape Camps) https://carpool-conversations-e286a8f5.simplecast.com/episodes/carpool-conversations-trailer-9J_9_mmh Carpool Conversations is a podcast dedicated to encouraging and equipping parents just like you to have meaningful conversations with their kids. Hosted by two moms, Amy Lowe and Sara Jones have down-to-earth discussions where they share stories, practical examples, and questions to help you better understand and connect with your kids. So listen in the next time you’re going to pick up your kids from school and you might end up with the perfect conversation starter!


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]]> Carpool Conversations - Trailer Amy Lowe, Sara Jones, WinShape Camps 00:01:26 Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share a little bit about themselves and what to expect in upcoming episodes of Carpool Conversations. Amy Lowe and Sara Jones share a little bit about themselves and what to expect in upcoming episodes of Carpool Conversations. camp, sara, sara jones, winshape, advice, conversations, jones, parenting, carpoool, amy, amy lowe, mom, winshape foundation, lowe, driving, trailer, help, practical, winshape camps, moms false trailer