9. Reclaiming Your Legacy and Creating Your Dream Marriage

06/18/20 • 39 min

A good life and a good marriage isn't something you find, it is something that you make.

In the episode, Pete and Kim interview The founders of Family Brand, Chris and Melissa Smith

Chris and Melissa share the story of how their plan started to go off track after the birth of their second child and they found themselves on the verge of divorce.

Fast forward to today, Chris and Melissa are on a mission to help families discover how to intentional culture in their home that leads to greater love, joy, and connection while reducing stress and overwhelm.

In this interview, you will hear their processes of overcoming the odds along with practical wisdom and advice on how to build your legacy and create your dream life.

LINKS:

Read the full blog: thenotsoperfectplan.com thecampfireeffect.com
familybrand.com
Family Brand on Facebook
Family Brand on Instagram

Quick Episode Summary:

0:19 Welcome, the Smith’s!
2:02 Get to know the Smith’s
5:37 When Chris and Melissa hit rock-bottom in their marriage
9:27 The steps Chris and Melissa took to fix their marriage
13:25 The importance of seeking wisdom in difficult times
16:48 Stay away from people who only have an opinion about your marriage
18:27 Chris and Melissa’s advice for couples considering divorce
21:29 Can you fall out of love?
26:03 How you feel now may not be the reality
28:44 Take your marriage from good to great
30:55 How the to connect with the Smith
32:30 The Smith family mission statement
36:40 Final thoughts and advice

A good life and a good marriage isn't something you find, it is something that you make.

In the episode, Pete and Kim interview The founders of Family Brand, Chris and Melissa Smith

Chris and Melissa share the story of how their plan started to go off track after the birth of their second child and they found themselves on the verge of divorce.

In this interview, you will hear their processes of overcoming the odds along with practical wisdom and advice on how to build your legacy and create your dream life.

LINKS:

Read the full blog: thenotsoperfectplan.com thecampfireeffect.com
familybrand.com
Family Brand on Facebook
Family Brand on Instagram

Quick Episode Summary:

0:19 Welcome, the Smith’s!
2:02 Get to know the Smith’s
5:37 When Chris and Melissa hit rock-bottom in their marriage
9:27 The steps Chris and Melissa took to fix their marriage
13:25 The importance of seeking wisdom in difficult times
16:48 Stay away from people who only have an opinion about your marriage
18:27 Chris and Melissa’s advice for couples considering divorce
21:29 Can you fall out of love?
26:03 How you feel now may not be the reality
28:44 Take your marriage from good to great
30:55 How the to connect with the Smith
32:30 The Smith family mission statement
36:40 Final thoughts and advice

Previous Episode

8. Racism: The Change Starts At Home

Over the past weeks, we have seen all 50 states in America alongside 18 countries standing together and participating in the #BlackLivesMatter protest making it the largest civil rights movement in world history.

The world is crying out for a new order and peace. But where do we start?

In today's podcast, Pete and Kim Vargas invite you into a real and raw conversation about the topic of racism. You will hear from Pete's mom, sisters, nephew, and even their own son.

The Vargas family is composed of many ethnicities such as Black, White, Hispanic, and more. You will hear a unique perspective on how racism affects every person and every generation.

We encourage you to use this episode as a resource to reflect on yourself, spark conversation within your own family and community to create a better future.

LINKS:

Read the full blog: thenotsoperfectplan.com
Read Tashas Facebook Post

Quick Episode Summary:

0:02 What to expect today
1:44 The post that sparked the conversation
10:41 The need for accountability
16:52 Racism and the next generation
24:34 How to handle racism within your family
28:38 Three words that can bring healing
29:44 Racism in different areas
33:55 Winning the war through love
36:26 Raising blended children
43:22 Be a friend that listens
47:57 How the younger generation is feeling
57:42 How the millennials will impact the world
59:56 We can’t lose hope
1:00:45 Closing prayer

Next Episode

10. Finding Your Identity: You Are More Than What You Do

In our culture, it can be easy to link what we do with who we are.

In today's episode, Pete and Kim Vargas interview ex-Texas Tech quarterback, founder of the 806 Gathering and dear friend for 30 years, Cody Hudges.

Growing up in a small town, playing sports was everything to Cody. Being a natural at almost everything he played, he quickly became the home town hero.

But being the hometown hero comes with the weight of other's expectations for your life.

In this conversation, you will hear Cody's life journey, and an honest dialog about finding your identity and purpose is beyond the things that you do.

LINKS:

Read the full blog here: thenotsoperfectplan.com

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