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| 90. Designing the Life You Want (Instead of Settling for the Default) | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:35:27 | |
Today we explore five ideas for creating the life you desire, not the one we inherit by default. We share more of our experience moving to the island, starting a business, and being more intentional about how we raise kids and spend more time as a family. This episode's sponsor is SEED. We take Seed daily for gut health. Check it out and get 25% off: www.seed.com/tripp | |||
| 89. Choosing Peace Over Pace | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:23:54 | |
In a busy world that seems to be unraveling, we try to stay focused on what we can control in our home and choose peace over chasing the fast pace we see all around us. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 80. Have we gone overboard with kids sports? | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:19:10 | |
As parents we've all felt the pressure of getting our kids involved in sports and balancing fun with winning. If you've felt the frustration of sports taking your time and money, you're not alone. We talk about our approach to sports and how each family needs to determine what works best for them. | |||
| 79. What I Want All Moms to Know | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:22:29 | |
I asked the moms in my Instagram community (@shantripp) and compiled their answers along with my own and we narrowed it down to five things I wish I would have known as a young mom. Thank you to our show sponsors for making this episode possible: Cozy Earth cozyearth.com/tripp for 40% off! Armra Colostrum tryarmra.com/tripp Use code TRIPP Find us on Instagram @shantripp and @golftripp | |||
| 78. The Detox & Declutter Challenge | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:16:42 | |
We're challenging you to join us for the next 30 days and detox your mind and body as well as decluttering your home. We have a tendency to consume without slowing down and that leads to burnout, anxiousness, and unhappiness. Join us as we declutter and detoxify our lives and find the joy and peace that comes with minimalism and space. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 77. Answering Your Fan Mail Questions! | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:44:21 | |
We received all of your amazing questions and gave our best answers related to potty training, talking about sex, naps, discipline, getting out of debt, keeping your cool, and many more. Remember to click the link above and we will answer more questions next month! FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 76. The FIVE Pillars that Keep Our Family United | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:21:38 | |
We've created a list of five things that we do daily and weekly to keep our family united. Every family's list of non-negotiables might look a little different, but if you're trying to build this list for your family - feel free to steal some of ours. Free download OUR FAMILY PLEDGE Today's show is sponsored by NEEDED. Needed was created by women and provides Unrivaled Nutrition for Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum. Click here and use code TRIPP to get 20% off! FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 75. Our Bed Isn't Big Enough! Sharing Our Sleep Secrets. | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:22:23 | |
We know how important sleep is for our health, but it isn't easy for mom and dad or even the kids to have the most restful sleep. Shannon talks about co-sleeping and Ryan complains about how he hasn't slept in thirteen years since they started having kids. Bo probably gets the best sleep and makes it know as he kicks Dad in the ribs each night! We're grateful for a partner like SEED that sponsors today's episode. Use Code 25TRIPP for a discount! www.seed.com/tripp Our family has been taking Seed for over a year and the health benefits are evident, especially in our gut health - which really impacts how we feel! Ryan and Shannon take Seed's DS-01 Daily Synbiotic and the kids take the PDS-08 Pediatric Daily Synbiotic. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 74. Sailing Off Into the Unknown and Finding Your Happiness | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:16:27 | |
We all have big decisions to make. We don't always know what's in store for our families when we walk through that door. As we head back to Hawaii this week we recount our desire to make some big changes and how God helped us take a risk and find something even greater on the other side. Whatever it is you're thinking about for your family, we encourage you to work through the fear and step into what you're being called to do. Today's show is sponsored by NEEDED. Shannon especially loves the prenatal collagen protein! Use code TRIPP to get 20% off using this link: https://www.thisisneeded.com/discount/TRIPP?rfsn=8522895.1867c4&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8522895.1867c4 FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 73. Hey Parents, You're Doing Great | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:19:43 | |
How often do we pause to truly appreciate the fleeting moments of life, especially when welcoming a new family member? After returning from maternity leave with our little bundle of joy, baby Cal, we’re excited to reconnect and share reflections on parenthood. Our latest episode is a heartfelt celebration of family, filled with gratitude and the lessons learned from raising six children. We talk about the beauty of embracing the chaos and the importance of savoring those precious, fleeting moments that make the journey worthwhile. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 72. 3 Ways to Help Older Siblings Welcome a New Baby | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:22:00 | |
Bringing another baby into our home is such a blessing, but how should the other kids respond? Shannon shares three tactics that she uses to help the older siblings accept and appreciate their new baby brother. | |||
| 71. Here's why you shouldn't have more kids... | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:32:13 | |
We're back! After giving ourselves a leave of absence with the birth of our baby boy, we couldn't wait to jump back on the mic and share the news of our exciting new addition to the family. | |||
| 88. Back-to-School Tips Every Parent Should Know | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:23:51 | |
Ryan and Shannon discuss back to school plans and how to get kids back on a routine after summer! | |||
| 70. Shannon's Best Advice on Pregnancy and Birth | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:38:28 | |
As Shannon and Ryan prepare to have baby number six any day now, Shannon shares her approach to birth and what she has learned with each new child. | |||
| 69. What Parents Can Learn about Gut Health | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:30:51 | |
Shannon has long worried about Ryan's gut, but not in the way you might think. It's more about what's on the inside and how our gut health affects our mood, behavior, and so much more! When it comes to our kids we need to be aware of how to heal their gut and feed the right foods and supplement when necessary. | |||
| 68. The Biggest Risk in Life is Not Taking One | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:34:19 | |
Sometimes we let fear get in the way of what we really want. But as we exercise the muscle of making tough choices and doing something new or scary, we get better at jumping into the unknown. We don't always know how a big decision will turn out, but we do know that we can't sit back and do nothing - life is happening now! | |||
| 67. Should We Save for Retirement or just...YOLO! | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:32:21 | |
Ryan and Shannon talk about being a young family trying to find that balance between enjoying life today while thinking about a comfortable retirement down the road. | |||
| 66. Homeschool or Public School or A Little of Both? | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:23:15 | |
Ryan and Shannon are back with a juicy new episode talking all about how they plan to school the kids this year and why! | |||
| 65. The Art of Being Happy | 17 Jul 2024 | 00:30:44 | |
Life can be unfair, scary, difficult. In spite of the daily challenges we all face, some people seem to exude joy. How? What can we do each day to find more happiness and joy in our lives. | |||
| 64. My Experience Having a Home Birth and Why I'll Do It Again | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:36:08 | |
On today's show Shannon and Ryan share their experience in both the hospital and then in the home. Shannon talks about finding the experience and courage to try a home birth and why she will absolutely choose to do it again with this next delivery. | |||
| 63. Common Summer Emergencies You Can Avoid | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:31:45 | |
Summertime is to be enjoyed, and that comes with a little preparation and good decision making. Shannon shares a few things we can do to avoid some major emergencies that are common during summer. Oh, and Ryan shares his important tip for safety on the golf course... | |||
| 62. Why Adult Friendships Matter | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:32:50 | |
As we get older and raise our kids we tend to put friendships to the side. But we don't think it has to be this way. In fact, we've built some amazing friendships with other couples that have enriched our lives a big way! And, most of time they have kids that are similar ages to our kids so it's a win-win for everyone. | |||
| 61. To sleepover, or NOT to sleepover | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:29:17 | |
It's summer and all the kids in the neighborhood are asking to sleepover at a friend's house. We've chosen not to let our kids have sleepovers at someone else's house. We just feel better if they are home with us at night. Listen as we share our experiences and what a good alternative to sleepovers might be. | |||
| 87. Making Marriage a Priority | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:17:20 | |
We're back with a spicy episode all about marriage! Today's show sponsor is Seed! Our favorite probiotic + prebiotic! Code: 25TRIPP for a discount! | |||
| 60. We finally created an estate plan and it feels amazing! | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:34:14 | |
Have you ever thought about what would happen to your kids and your money, house, vehicles, golf clubs if you passed away? Without a written estate plan and some basic planning these things won't go where you want them to go! We have been talking about creating a living will and trust for several years and we finally booked the appointment with the lawyer to talk it over and get the document written up. It was easier than we thought and it feels soooooo good to have it done! We know that our kids will be taken care of and our assets will become a blessing when we die. | |||
| 59. Six Lessons Learned During Six Pregnancies | 29 May 2024 | 00:36:44 | |
Ryan and Shannon share experiences and lessons learned from each of their pregnancies. | |||
| 58. What we can teach our kids about worry and control | 14 May 2024 | 00:31:59 | |
We talk about what our kids can learn in sports to help them with effort and attitude. | |||
| 57. Finding Joy In Motherhood | 09 May 2024 | 00:28:33 | |
Shannon shares her journey in becoming a mom and digging through the messes to find the right perspective to enjoy motherhood and create a loving home! | |||
| 56. What Makes Us Happy: The Longest Study Ever Conducted | 02 May 2024 | 00:34:52 | |
We review the longest study ever conducted on happiness and reveal the answer with our thoughts and experiences! | |||
| 55. What every family should know about staying healthy on the go | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:26:23 | |
Nothing ruins a family trip or sports activity like getting sick. So we try to do the little things that will help our whole family stay healthy. We're sharing a few of our best tips for staying healthy. | |||
| 54. 3 reasons why we choose to travel with young kids | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:34:49 | |
The term "worldschool" is gaining popularity as more families travel abroad and teach children about the world. Our experiences moving to Hawaii and Puerto Rico and starting to travel internationally have been both fun and educational. We're sharing three reasons why we feel it's so important to take our five young kids and jump on an airplane to somewhere new! | |||
| 53. Our decision to have more kids. Shannon's pregnant - again! | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:31:55 | |
How do you know if you're ready for another child? What if your spouse isn't on board for more? In today's expensive and sometimes scary world is it the right time to have kids? We share our experience in planning our family and getting prepared to welcome a sixth into our family! | |||
| 52. Feeding our Minds with Good Information | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:26:01 | |
What we feed our minds is manifest in our circumstances, our attitude, and how we attract goodness into our lives. It's helpful to pause and consider the music we listen to, the movies and shows that we watch, the books we read - and the example we set for our families with the content we consume. | |||
| 51. How to talk to kids about sex | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:33:34 | |
We recently had the "sex talk" with our 8-year-old daughter. It was a positive experience for us and her. It doesn't have to be a scary or taboo topic. With a simple plan and some ideas you can successfully talk to your kids about this important subject, before they hear about from someone else! | |||
| 86. How to Make Big Decisions and Get More Out of Life | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:27:34 | |
We all have big decisions to make. Changing careers, moving to a new area, having another child, the list goes on and on. Ryan and Shannon share some insights that they've learned along the way as they've made difficult decisions more easy. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm | |||
| 50. Our 50th episode, a giveaway, and our core values | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:31:04 | |
| 49. How to find meaningful family time together | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:19:14 | |
We have so many great activities and events that we sign up for, but sometimes it gets in the way of spending quality time together as a family. There is nothing more important than spending time together with our kids and creating memories with them. In this episode we think back on some of our favorite family experiences and what we are doing now to be more intentional about eliminating distractions and being together as a family. | |||
| 48. Money Talk: 7 Ways to Build Your Family Financial Future | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:54:52 | |
Money, money, money! We didn't always have a great relationship with our money, but as we learned more and improved our mindset about money we discovered how to make more of it, keep more of it, and use it for the good of our family and others. | |||
| 47. The Game Changer of Kids Sleep | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:36:24 | |
We all struggle to find that balance of good sleep for our kids. Sometimes we just need to do our best on very little sleep, but there are some things we can do to create a positive sleeping environment for our kids - as well as mom and dad! If you're in the middle of raising young kids and wondering if you're doing it right, this episode will be like melatonin to your ears! | |||
| 46. 5 Simple Ways to Enjoy This Season of Life | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:32:00 | |
As parents, our journey is filled with ups and downs, but by embracing each season of life with mindfulness, flexibility, and a sense of humor, we can find joy and fulfillment in the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Remember to cherish the moments, cultivate gratitude, and celebrate the unique blessings of each stage. | |||
| 45. One decision changed everything! | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:24:34 | |
Coming to you live from Hawaii! We're back on Oahu and reminiscing about the amazing adventure that led our family here in 2019. Just one decision to move here has changed the course of our life as a family. | |||
| 44. Planning a family vacation without breaking the bank | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:31:48 | |
It's no secret we LOVE to travel, but it takes a little saving and planning. We want to share our approach to travel and some of the secrets we've learned along the way. | |||
| 43. How can siblings become best friends | 30 Jan 2024 | 00:29:00 | |
| 42. Shannon and Ryan argue about...PETS | 23 Jan 2024 | 00:24:08 | |
In this episode Shan and Ry hold nothing back when talking about the pros and cons of having a pet and why Ryan is holding strong against the repeated pleas from his beautiful children to get a family dog. Will Ryan win or will Shannon and the children wear down his will power? Only time will tell. | |||
| 41. How God has guided us in making big decisions | 16 Jan 2024 | 00:23:30 | |
Please join me January 22 & 23 for a free TWO DAY WORKSHOP where I'll be teaching moms and dads what to do during emergency situation at home. | |||
| 85. Answering Your Fan Mail Questions! | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:35:42 | |
| 40. Celebrating 15 years of marriage and looking back on what we've learned | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:27:45 | |
| 39. What We're Starting and Stopping in the New Year | 02 Jan 2024 | 00:32:41 | |
What are you most excited about in 2024? Each new year brings new possibilities. It’s a time for setting goals, personal growth, and embracing new opportunities. As we venture into this new journey, being intentional with our time should be high on our priority list. When we get our priorities in line, we can focus our time and energy on what truly matters. So, what fills your bucket? What brings joy and meaning to your life? Taking inventory of the past year is a great way to help us prioritize our focus. It’s about identifying what truly breathes fresh air into our spirits and gives meaning to our days. As you step into this new year, remember that small changes lead to significant results. The little habits and adjustments we make in our daily lives pave the way for bigger changes. Whether it’s committing to a healthier lifestyle, learning a new skill, or nurturing a more positive attitude, these changes are the building blocks of a fulfilling life. So, let’s step boldly into 2024 with the wisdom we’ve gleaned from the year before. Let’s embrace joy, and face challenges with resilience. Here’s to a purposeful and intentional journey this year! Episode Highlights:
Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on Ryan and Shannon: This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co. | |||
| 38. You’re Doing a Great Job | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:09:05 | |
Have you taken time to slow down lately? Hey friends! We just wanted to take a moment during this super busy time of year to encourage you. We see you, and as parents, we know that it’s so easy to slip into the trap of feeling pressure to do it all. So here’s your reminder to slow down and focus on what’s in front of you. We know we all want to bless our kids and give them good gifts (and there’s nothing wrong with that!).. But the reality is that years down the road, your kids are going to look back most fondly on the memories that were made, and not the gifts they received. So let this short message be the nudge that you need to take a deep breath and just enjoy this season. Focus on being present with your family, and not quite as much on the presents under the tree. And most importantly, let’s remember that if it weren’t for the birth of Jesus, we wouldn’t be celebrating at all. We love you, friends! You are doing a great job. Merry Christmas from the Tripps! Episode Highlights:
Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on Ryan and Shannon: This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co. | |||
| 37. Christmas Traditions Kids Will Remember | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:26:07 | |
What are your family’s favorite Christmas traditions? Hey friends! In this episode, we are sharing our favorite Christmas traditions that we hold near and dear to our hearts. We're talking about everything from decking the halls to exchanging gifts and, of course, spending time with family! But wait, there's more to it than just the ‘fun stuff.’ We're diving into the blessing of giving back, showing the love of Christ by lending a hand to those who could use some extra support during this special time of year. You know, amidst all the excitement, it's easy to get caught up in the holiday whirlwind. That's why we're taking a moment in this episode to remember the real reason for the season—the birth of Christ. It's about weaving together our cherished traditions with acts of kindness, and empowering our children to be not just receivers but also givers, spreading joy and love to those around them. Let's keep that spirit alive not just during Christmas but all year round, making every day a celebration of love and generosity inspired by the incredible example set by Christ himself. Cheers to spreading warmth, joy, and love this Christmas season! Episode Highlights:
Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on Ryan and Shannon: This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co. | |||