Family Values Episodes

Welcome to season 4 and the first episode in 2024 of the Imperfect Heroes podcast! In this podcast episode, DJ explores challenges and strategies related to New Year resolutions with a focus on a common issue of yelling at our kids. Listen in as DJ discusses the varying approaches people take towards resolutions and as she delves into the impact of yelling at our children… noting the potential negative outcomes and providing practical tips to curb this behavior. Stay tuned as she encourages self...

Are you ready to prioritize love and kindness to transform your perspective and foster a more positive and loving environment in your life? This episode holds the key! In this episode, DJ invited author Paul Zolman on the show to share his remarkable journey from a challenging upbringing marked by abuse to a life focused on spreading love. Listen in to hear Paul tell the story of growing up in a family with 19 children, witnessing his father's struggles and the impact it had on their household....

In this special episode, DJ explores the challenges and stress associated with the holiday season and shares six keys to manage and find joy amidst the chaos. Listen in as she talks about the overwhelming nature of decorating, party planning, cooking, and gift-buying, and as she delves into the impact on both adults and children. And stay tuned for tips on prioritizing and managing time effectively, nurturing family traditions, finding a balance in cooking and party planning, thoughtful gift-giv...

In this podcast episode, Joe and Mellie Hashey joined DJ to share their journey of embracing imperfections and cultivating a strong family. Listen in as they discuss the challenges during lockdown that prompted a cross-country move and why they developed the "Strong Family Path" podcast which outlines seven pillars for a resilient family. Stay tuned to hear them talk about the importance of daily walks for communication, the role of humor, and instilling gratitude practices and as Mellie details...

In this podcast episode, DJ is talking about something really important to her - parents and potty mouths, and how words shape our world. Is there any harm in swearing around your kids? Should you be dropping F-bombs in earshot? Listen in as DJ explores the fascinating world of language, what swearing reveals about our language, brains and ourselves… and most importantly, the impact it has on our children! TIMESTAMPS • [6:49] DJ talks about how outbursts of anger are often met with an equal or ...

In this episode, DJ invited Brownies for Breakfast author Lynne Bowman (a.k.a. The Glam Gran) to the show to discuss our eating habits, buying and eating food that is grown locally and the importance of sharing meals around a table with your children. Listen in as they discuss the current grab-and-go American diet, why it matters what we eat, the value of eating in season foods and how being conscious of what we put in our bodies will allow us all to feel and look better. Lynne Bowman has been ...

In this episode, special guest Dr. Bill Senyard and DJ are focusing on a topic called attunement. Join in as they explore the significance of attuning with your children and cultivating meaningful experiences that foster love and connection. Stay tuned to discover some practical strategies that will enable you to strengthen the bond with your loved ones and provide them with the reassurance and affection they need. Dr. Bill Senyard is an author, speaker and pastor of 30 years. He is a husband, ...

In this episode DJ invited special guest Tymika Chambliss-Williams on the show to discuss parenting and how it is NOT a one-size-fits-all approach. Listen in as they discuss parenting each child individually, teaching our children temperance, forgiveness and to have a relationship with God… how to handle conflict, how to nurture and encourage an active imagination and ultimately how we, as parents, need to maintain our own purpose so we’re prepared when the kids grow up and leave the nest! Ty...

In this episode, DJ invited podcast host and author, Jerry Dugan, on the show to discuss the “rut” we all get stuck in with the day in, day out life of marriage and children. Listen in as they talk about doing all the ”right” things but still not feeling fulfilled or impactful and how you can turn that around by implementing some practical tools and advice to live a more fulfilled life and find success in the areas of faith, family, fitness, finances and future possibilities. Jerry Dugan is the...

In this episode, DJ invited author Steven Crane on the show to discuss his journey to living a life of gratitude and how he flipped the script on occurrences he originally considered to be negative experiences to actually holding a bounty of unseen blessings. Listen in as they discuss the power of gratitude and appreciation in cultivating a positive mindset, and how employing this new mindset will help you achieve stronger relationships and greater success. Steven Crane is the author of the nov...

In this episode, DJ invited her niece, Bailey Olsen, on the show to discuss the connection between faith and family. Tune in to hear why they believe your child would benefit from being raised in faith, the role prayer has on our children learning about God and how teaching our children to believe in something bigger than themselves will help them have a more substantial perspective on life. Bailey is a second and third grade elementary school teacher and just like our beloved host (who she hap...

In this episode, DJ invited a Mom of 10 children and creator of Mama Systems, Laura Hernandez, on the show to discuss the importance of implementing systems in your household to create order and peace. Listen in as they talk about the different ways you can bring calm to the chaos by delegating to others, creating a “team” mentality at home, giving the kids responsibilities and holding them accountable, and making time for self care. Laura Hernandez is the owner of Mama Systems and the mother o...

In this episode, DJ talks with Dr. Corey Gilbert, an author, speaker and podcaster about what we can do as parents to teach our children the important values and ethics that they are going to need to survive in the world as adults. Listen in as they discuss being an active parent, paying attention to what they consume on social media and helping your kids see their true value and place in the world. Dr. Corey Gilbert is the CEO and Founder of the HealingLives Center, an acclaimed author, podcas...

In this episode, DJ talks with author and motivational speaker, Paul Henderson, about overcoming emotions and past experiences associated with difficult beginnings and how we will become better parents when we stop allowing our past or what we deem as lack of opportunity to dictate our future. Listen in as he explains that mindset will keep you in anguish and victimhood or help you flourish and thrive… depending on how you choose to see your circumstances. Paul A. Henderson is a Dean of Student...

In this episode DJ talks with Matt Ballard about helping your child develop the spirit of giving instead of receiving and how we can guide our children in departing from the “getting” mentality by helping them look outward and to serve others by altruistically giving. In a society where everything is about instant gratification that includes same-day delivery, how do we keep consumerism from eating our children alive? Tune in to hear one parent’s success of circumventing this by helping his chi...

In this episode DJ poses the question and answers it... of how we should go about raising children who not only have strong family values, but who also value family? Tune in for some great tips on teaching our children through our actions that family is only as important as we make it. Dr. Laura once said you are part of two families; the one you grew up in and the one you create. The one you grew up in may have been dysfunctional or downright toxic. As a parent, it's your responsibility to mak...

There are so many things we should never say to our kids, but for this episode, I highlight 10 common things that parents often say to their kids that tend to do more harm than good. By the end of this episode you will have the scoop on: some specific things parents say and the harm those things can do. things you can say instead that are more helpful and build your relationship with your child/ren. understand that even the best parents make mistakes and have room to improve. Please remembe...