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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Motivated Parent episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Motivated Parent for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Motivated Parent episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
30. The Importance of Cousins: Keeping a Family Unit Alive
The Motivated Parent
03/09/22 • 53 min
Cousins are the lifeblood of a family, and if you don't keep the relationships going with them, the family ultimately "dies."
After a recent trip to my Grandma's 90th Birthday (my last living grandparent), I realized that cousins are the link to holding families together. Cousins are who you can count on to keep the family "alive" with the history and stories. In this episode, we discuss why you should make an effort to stay connected, how to stay connected, the importance of cousins, and the eventual death of a family unit without these connections.
Season 2 Episode 4 The Importance of Cousins: Keeping a Family Unit Alive.
A Father-Daughter Special
The Motivated Parent
06/22/21 • 15 min
“Your kids are always watching you.” You’ve heard it a hundred times, but it is true. Kennedy, our youngest who is 8 years old, asked to sit down and record something just with Armando!
In this week’s episode, it’s a special edition to honor Father’s Day. Kennedy has a seat at the microphone with her dad and asks him some questions of her own. You won’t want to miss this episode.
The Good + Bad of Being Your Child’s Friend
The Motivated Parent
05/18/21 • 42 min
Being your kid’s friend is a process that evolves as they get older. Sometimes we rush the process, while other times, we block it from occurring. There is no right or wrong answer, but there are advantages and disadvantages in both areas.
Join the conversation on where you stand in the parenting evolution - are you currently in the friend role or more of the “enforcer” (parenting) role? Stacy is a bit of both! Armando is more of a friend!
Family Vacation Mishaps
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04/27/21 • 26 min
What happens when you plan this phenomenal family vacation, but then everything seems to keep going south? Family Vacation Mishaps are bound to happen. It's your response to them that sets the tone for the remainder of your time. We set out on a 3-week road trip from Georgia to Montana, down to Colorado, and back to the East coast. Day one seemed great, but little did we know; the rest of the trip would be filled with constant mishaps. On that trip, we went through 3 significant mishaps and a dozen or so small ones. We could have said, "enough is enough; we are just going home"! However, we didn't let it get to us. A mishap is just "an unlucky accident" that we don't have much control over. The only thing we do have control over is our reactions.
Vacationing with Your Spouse
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05/11/21 • 54 min
Vacationing with Your Spouse is one of the most important things you can do for your marriage, friendship, and as a parent. We've been vacationing for the last 19 years, and the ones where it's just the two of us are some of the best trips we take. These vacations allow us to reconnect with each other.
Your vacations together could be from your "bucket list", budget-friendly adventures (or stay-cations), ones where you learn a new skill together, or simply one to disconnect. Whatever you choose, vacationing with your spouse should reinvigorate your marriage and help you be a "Motivated Parent."
Social Media + Navigating Turbulent Waters
The Motivated Parent
05/25/21 • 48 min
We dig into the good, the bad, and the ugly. Social media can be the bane of any parent's existence, and for a good reason, but what happens when social media is good? Parents tend only to see the adverse effects, but sometimes the good outweighs the bad.
We discuss timeframes for what ages are suitable for your kids to get social media accounts. We also cover what might be more critical and rarely discussed - when do we "allow" our parents to get a social media account? Jokes aside, navigating the turbulent waters of social media can be difficult, but you are ultimately the decision-maker.
Vacationing with Friends
The Motivated Parent
05/04/21 • 27 min
Vacationing with other families is fun, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare. If you aren't communicating, you might end up like us - standing outside of the J.W. Marriott in a "busted" minivan with a bunch of "small bags" with the Grammy's happening two blocks away!
Vacations should bring friendships together, not push them apart. We reflect on our past trips with family or friends and discuss four crucial aspects that have to be covered before you pack any bags. Without these four aspects, you are running the risk of a wasted vacation and possible strained friendships.
Family Game Night Part One
The Motivated Parent
06/08/21 • 46 min
Family time seems to be this elusive thing that we all want but never have the time to for. Then Covid hit, and we were all stuck at home, spending time together. Fast forward a year, and life is returning to normal, and we are back to eating out, the “go-go-go” shuffle of kids to sports and clubs, and busyness.
I miss the forced family time. I miss the time where I couldn’t say no because I have all the free time. I miss not being busy. I miss being with my kids.
I can’t be alone in my thoughts. And I know I’m not. Armando and I have an extensive collection of board games. And by large, I mean it’s over 1,000 board games. In this episode, we chat about our favorite games we like to play as a family.
Hopefully, we will inspire you to bring Family Game Night back or start one if you’ve never had one at all.
Family Game Night Part Two
The Motivated Parent
06/15/21 • 43 min
We’re back with a wrap-up of our favorite board games for Family Game Night.
If you missed Part One, please listen to episode 7, the first half of our favorite board games for family game night. Hopefully, we will inspire you to bring Family Game Night back or start one if you’ve never had one at all.
Stay motivated and create family traditions that can last a lifetime. Family Game Night with board games might become your family's next favorite thing to do!
39. Why Are We So Negative?
The Motivated Parent
05/10/22 • 51 min
Parenting always feels like a one-up game. It feels like that more now than ever. So why does it always seem like we are focusing on the negative? Why aren’t we praising other parents more often? Negativity seems to spread faster than positivity. Some people even thrive off of it. However, what if we were just a bit nicer to our friends or acquaintances?
We discuss a few NBA parents who are "hated" for nothing more than wanting the best for their kids. Armando and Stacy also give a few ideas on being a better friend and human being.
Season 2 Episode 13
Why Are We So Negative?
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How many episodes does The Motivated Parent have?
The Motivated Parent currently has 68 episodes available.
What topics does The Motivated Parent cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Selfimprovement, Kids & Family, Podcasts, Relationships and Advice.
What is the most popular episode on The Motivated Parent?
The episode title 'Blast From the Past! Childhood Movie Edition' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Motivated Parent?
The average episode length on The Motivated Parent is 42 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Motivated Parent released?
Episodes of The Motivated Parent are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Motivated Parent?
The first episode of The Motivated Parent was released on Apr 22, 2021.
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