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Join DJ Stutz as she chats with E.A. Maynard, co-host of Call With Dads and founder of Homessor.com, about the powerful connection between fatherhood and gratitude. Eric shares practical tips for raising grateful kids, including limiting screen time, encouraging outdoor activities, and fostering family bonds.

Learn how his stepdad’s influence shaped his parenting style and how Homessor connects educators with families. This heartfelt episode offers actionable insights for dads and parents seeking to nurture gratitude, strengthen family relationships, and create lasting memories. Tune in for inspiration and tools to support intentional, connected parenting!

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TIMESTAMPS
6:48  DJ Stutz asks Eric about how he helps his children understand and feel gratitude.
19:42 DJ and Eric discuss the difference between being your child’s friend and a loving parent.
27:02  DJ expresses gratitude for her husband who taught their children skills to help them to become independent adults
29:01  DJ and Eric share how wonderful it is that Moms and Dads have different abilities and strengths which round out the family

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In this episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting, DJ Stutz chats with Nicole Oke, an award-winning children's book author, Girl Scout leader, and wildland firefighting professional based in Boise, Idaho. As a mom of two daughters with big emotions, Nicole knows firsthand how crucial it is to teach kids emotional intelligence. She shares practical ways to help children identify, process, and regulate their emotions, using her bestselling book Penny Panda and the Gift of Possibility as a guide.

Together, DJ and Nicole dive into strategies for fostering gratitude in families. Nicole explains how teaching gratitude can transform family dynamics and improve children’s relationships at home and school. The episode wraps up with a conversation on resilience, and how life’s challenges provide opportunities for growth. Tune in for insightful tips on raising emotionally aware and grateful kids!

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TIMESTAMPS
4:03 DJ Stutz emphasizes the importance of acknowledging small acts of kindness and gratitude.
14:20  So often what seems like a negative experience turns out to be a positive in the long run.
17:00  DJ and Nicole discuss how having conversations centered in gratitude strengthens relationships and can reduce sibling rivalry.
25:09  DJ and Nicole share how helping our children to find gratitude in unexpected places sets them up for a life of joy.

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In this episode, host DJ Stutz is joined by Missy Yandow, a pediatric sleep consultant and potty training coach, for an insightful conversation about the crucial role of self-discipline in parenting. Together, they break down why consistency is the cornerstone of teaching self-discipline to our kids, sharing practical tips and real-life examples along the way.

Missy dives into the importance of establishing routines, and the discussion also explores the power of weekly family meetings, where families can come together, set expectations, and strengthen relationships through open communication. 

DJ highlights the importance of parents modeling self-discipline, noting that children learn best by watching what we do. Consistency, especially when it’s tough, can be a game-changer in fostering self-discipline. Whether you're managing bedtime battles or helping your child navigate the ups and downs of growing up, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you along the journey.

Tune in to learn actionable strategies for parenting with purpose and teaching your kids self-discipline in a positive, loving way!

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TIMESTAMPS
4:34  DJ and Missy discuss the importance of self-discipline for both parents and children.
11:17  DJ and Missy discuss the importance of not using empty threats and following through on consequences.
22:16  DJ and Missy discuss the benefits of weekly family meetings for setting expectations and addressing challenges.
27:00  eff and Missy discuss the importance of parents setting their own boundaries and being consistent.

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In this podcast episode, DJ invited Bailey Olsen back on the show to discuss the holiday activities & traditions that meant a lot to them in adolescence. Listen in as they talk about the things they do now with their children and grandchildren and offer up some unique ideas for you to make Christmas meaningful for your family.

Bailey is a second and third grade elementary school teacher and just like our beloved host (who she happens to be related to), Bailey has a passion for teaching children. When Bailey isn’t performing her favorite job of them all, wife and mother, she serves as gymnastic coach which has been a passion since she was a young girl.

TIMESTAMPS
• [3:07] DJ & Bailey discuss their most unforgettable Christmas memories.
• [10:44] DJ articulates why it’s important to be aware of family members who might be alone on Christmas. 
• [15:05] Bailey talks about the camaraderie of being with your siblings during the holidays.
• [38:56] Bailey shares some of the traditions that get people into the spirit of Christmas.

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In this podcast episode, DJ invited Natalie Silverstein back on the show to discuss the many opportunities for giving and service around the holidays. Tune in as they discuss the hope we all have to raise grateful, grounded, compassionate and empathetic children and how to do that through modeling a life of service, being aware of others, as well as keeping our eyes, ears, hearts and minds open to the needs of others… not just during the holidays but throughout the year.

Natalie Silverstein is an author, volunteer and passionate advocate for family and youth service. Her first book, Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back, was published in 2019 and was named as one of the Top Books for parents who want to raise kind kids by the HuffPost.  Her second book, The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference, launched in July of 2022. After a successful career in healthcare, Natalie became the New York coordinator of Doing Good Together, a national nonprofit with the mission of helping parents raise kids who care and contribute. She lives in New York City with her husband and three teenagers.

TIMESTAMPS
• [8:54] DJ & Natalie discuss the many opportunities for service around the holidays… and that people are in the mood in November and December but how the need isn't only a two month need.
• [18:31] Natalie talks about the importance of making the holidays special for other people. 
• [32:08] Natalie explains: “Don't forget that there are gifts, lots of them, actually, that give back.”
• [37:27] DJ poses the profound question: “What do you want to GIVE for Christmas?”

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You work hard to make Christmas magical for your children… But what makes Christmas magical for you? In this episode DJ spoke with mom of 2 and Couples and Family Counseling Masters Student, Regan Mitton. Tune in to hear them discuss keeping your stress at bay, assumptions and expectations in check and how dropping the traditions that don’t work for your family, being intentional about the customs and events you do include in your holidays and making your yes’s and no’s meaningful will help keep the magic in Christmas for you!

Regan Mitton is in her final year of getting her masters degree in Couples and Family counseling.  She took a hiatus this current semester to give birth to her second child.  She is now the mom of 2 beautiful and energetic girls, one 4 years old and her newborn.  Her husband is a police officer who also volunteers his time working with teenagers in the community.  Regan has worked on several topics concerning moms and stress. 

TIMESTAMPS
• [6:18] “Even when we didn't believe in all of the Christmas things anymore, they still made it feel really magical.”
• [10:37] Regan explains:  “So you have this expectation of how Christmas time is gonna go, how the putting up the tree is gonna go. And then those expectations aren't met, and we're sad, we're disappointed.”
• [12:44] Regan discusses being intentional with our money & time spent at the holidays.
• [24:19] Regan shares how she recognizes overstimulation and overwhelm in herself and how she manages it.

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In this episode DJ sat down with previous trial lawyer, now peacemaker and award-winning author, Doug Noll to discuss raising emotionally healthy and competent kids. Listen in as they discuss how human beings are more emotional than rational, that keeping your own emotions in check will help your child feel safe and secure and how you can be a successful emotional coach for your child.

Douglas E. Noll, JD, MA left a successful career as a trial lawyer to become a peacemaker. His calling is to serve humanity, and he executes his calling at many levels. He is an award-winning author, teacher, trainer, and a highly experienced mediator. Doug’s work carries him from international work to helping people resolve deep interpersonal and ideological conflicts to training life inmates to be peacemakers and mediators in maximum-security prisons.

TIMESTAMPS
• [6:01] Doug talks about one of his passions is getting parents to stop invalidating their children's emotions, which in his view, is the most insidious and pervasive form of emotional abuse that exists. 
• [10:36] “Most of us were brought up to believe that human beings, what separates us from other animals is rationality or ability to reason. That is simply not true. It's a myth.” 
• [17:45] “They got there because the parents have the correct skills to teach them emotional competency, by reflecting back their emotions, and by modeling in the adult relationship.” 
• [24:51] Doug shares that you have a choice to raise emotionally healthy kids or you can raise emotionally unhealthy kids… It's a simple choice and is a skill you can master in four to six weeks.

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In this episode DJ chats with Lindsay Miller, The Stress Nanny, who offers great advice on managing our own stress, as well as helping our children gain the skills and the tools to manage their stress. Listen in as they discuss tips to accept the chaos and embrace the calm when you start each day, appreciating the time you have, showing empathy, finding time for self care and uncovering opportunities to be creative.

Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness  educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her  suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her  daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can  find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness  certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts,  platforms and  publications, Lindsay’s words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes.

 TIMESTAMPS
• [5:25] DJ & Lindsay consider how we handle the stress in our lives will have a lot to do with how our kids manage stress, too. 
• [15:53] “When we can embrace both the imperfection of the moment and simultaneously accept it as a moment in our parenting journey, we have so much momentum.”
• [26:29] Lindsay discusses the importance of noticing the signs that your kids are reaching their limit.
• [37:32] The Stress Nanny shares how we can help our kids develop self-awareness and empathy.

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In this solo episode, DJ is sharing some things that are very personal to her about the trinity of holidays that occur between now and December 31st. Tune in to hear her thoughts about why they come in the order they do; how Thanksgiving, gratitude and being humble go hand in hand; how Christmas is about letting Christ into our hearts, being kinder, more caring and more understanding; and about how we typically see opportunities when the New Year approaches to improve our lives and the lives of those  around us.

TIMESTAMPS
• [1:57] DJ discusses the importance of being humble. 
• [8:59] “People who are humble are more compassionate, more caring, and less likely to be aggressive.”
• [11:11] DJ shares the significance of humility in our lives. 
• [17:06] “You can be successful or you can make a difference.” 

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In this episode DJ and her guest, multi award winning children's author, Wanda Luthman, talk about the importance of gratitude, how we can make it a part of our family culture, and about teaching our children to have grateful hearts. Tune in to hear how studies have shown that living in gratitude has a profound effect on our emotional and spiritual well being, how it strengthens relationships and the effects it can have on our physical well being too.

Wanda Luthman is an international multi-award-winning author. She’s been a Christian since she was 3 years old, was baptized at 12 years old, and attended a Christian College in the Midwest double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. She has practiced in the field of counseling for over 20 years. But, she felt she really “met” God in her late 40’s when her Pastor taught her contemplative listening which is a Christian form of meditation. Since then, she’s been on a mission to share God’s love with everyone she meets.

TIMESTAMPS
• [11:14] Wanda explains when & why she started paying attention to what happened each day that she could be grateful for.
• [16:52] Wanda tells DJ how we can help build thoughtfulness into children by encouraging them to think about other people and do something kind for them.
• [18:22] “If you don't stop and pay attention to it, you wind up taking it for granted.”
• [23:05] “When you look back, you can see… Wow! That really was instrumental in bringing me to who I am today.”

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