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Minimal-ish is a podcast hosted by Desirae Endres about striving to live with less of the things that don't matter, more of what does, and pursuing intention in every area of our everyday lives and motherhood. We'll talk about a realistic version of minimalism, family life, motherhood, work, caring for ourselves, budgeting and intentional finances, and everything in between.
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We got married because we thought we’d be better together rather than apart. So why is it so easy to feel isolated from your life-long partner? Host, author, and fellow married pilgrim, Brian Goins, tackles the relational pitfalls, from the trivial to the tragic, that move couples towards isolation rather than experiencing the real benefits that come from saying “I do.”
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The photographs in a shoebox podcast is all about helping, and inspiring you to tell your family’s story in pictures. Especially the everyday memories, by encouraging you to print the ones you love, and basically do more with your memories than stuff them in a shoebox! All with the camera you always have with you - your smartphone.
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If you want to learn more about changing the current paradigm of education, then listen to The Luminous Mind podcast. You will hear everything from the everyday homeschooler's experiences to interviews with national and international thought leaders in education and business.
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The Praying for Families NZ podcast is a discussion where we explore the practice of prayer and the art of engaging in prayer as you would engage in conversation with a friend. We believe in the mountain-moving power of prayer and its importance in the life of every believer. Our discussions cover things like: - Practical ideas to help you pray - Examples of prayers you can pray for your family - Biblical foundations of prayer - Praying together as a couple, a family, a team, or a community ...
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"Duck Dynasty" stars Willie and Korie Robertson laugh at duck call tales, dive into their movie "The Blind," and explore faith, forgiveness, and family. Don't miss their ideas on actively building a culture-changing family legacy. I think a lot of times you look at the story, and you focus on Phil's repentance because Phil's change was significant.…
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You hope to be grandparenting teens for an impact that lasts. But does it look like what you'd think? Authors Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler weigh in on pursuing your grandkids in tough years—in ways that work. I don't share my opinion unless I'm asked. I think that's the role that, as Larry said, a lot of grandparents get in. It's like, “I've just…
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Conflict exists in all relationships. How you deal with it makes all the difference. Here are a few things that are needed for relationships to thrive when dealing with conflict. This is part of the Marriage Mentoring series. Read more about Marriage Mentoring here: https://familylife.nz/marriage-mentoring/ Find out how you can become a Marriage Me…
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The holidays can be a stressful time juggling visitations, planning family activities, and managing all the feelings in the Christmas season. Emotions in blended families are often magnified during Christmas. Gayla Grace and Ron Deal offer practical ways to be sensitive and promote positivity so your holiday can be a truly joyous time. Show Notes a…
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Today is Minimal-ish's 200th episode! It's time to stop and celebrate, as we have quite a few milestones to celebrate! At the beginning of September it was Minimal-ish's 5 year birthday, we crossed 3 million downloads, and now we're on our 200th episode! In today's episode, I'm sharing the story of minimal-ish - how it came to be, the valleys and m…
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Grandparenting teenagers? Then you likely know the stakes are high—and you can't afford to phone this one in. Authors Mark Gregston and Larry Fowler help you engage in ways that matter and make an impact that keeps echoing. One thing is you have to stop parenting. You have to realize your role as a grandparent is different. You're not the parent. Y…
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Being a stepfather can feel like bathing cats with your hair on fire—but your thoughtful navigation of the dynamics in your home can make a difference that lasts for decades. Author Gil Stuart offers tips on stepfathering thoughtfully, and shaping the kind of family you all long for. We are the one with the influence. Are we going to use it for goo…
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Stepdad: It can be a role full of landmines--and at the same time, a role vital and unsung. Author Gil Stuart offers ideas to do it wholeheartedly and all-in within the complexities of your blended family. Reverse betrayal is the aspect that I have a loyalty to my own children, who I don't get to see as much because of the parenting plan, and in th…
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If you're starting to talk to your kids about God's design for marriage when they're preteens or teens—you might be too late. Author and pastor Sam Allberry knows parents need key discussions with kids about the ways God's ideas for marriage get it right—and he's authored a children's book to generate the conversations you need. If marriage points …
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In the wake of porn addiction, where you do turn? How do you rebuild trust after such intimate, searing betrayal? Authors Bob and Dannah Gresh share the pervasive realities of their own heartache—and their own rocky path toward healing. Scripture warns us not to trust in other people. We're only supposed to trust in the Name of the Lord our God. Th…
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Today I'm bringing you a solo episode/ guest episode hybrid to talk all about photo organization and decluttering. This has been a highly requested topic, and I am far from an expert. When I look at digital files and photos, my mind just goes blank on where to start. I knew I needed help in this area, so I went in search of photo decluttering tools…
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Bob and Dannah Gresh's marriage has traveled dark roads of addiction. But they decided to participate in God's redemption story. Together, they discovered something better than romance: a love that endures, and happily even after. It’s so much easier to pretend everything is okay and to just keep going through the motions. That’s not okay. What tha…
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Want quality, long-lasting relationships with your kids? Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, and his wife Stephanie share doable ideas for feeding spiritual growth and unshakable family ties. “How do we raise our daughter? How do we raise our children well? How are they gifted? How are they wired?” So part of us discovering this strong-willed nat…
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You've found the success you were shooting for. Why does it feel so…disappointing? Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, is joined by his wife Stephanie as they share their own story of success, emptiness, and seeking true significance. Now, every year, we set goals for our family. Where do we want our family—our marriage and family—to go for the y…
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Long-lasting relationships don't happen by accident. Bryan Carter, author of Made to Last, is joined by his wife Stephanie as they share their own story—and how it's helped them build a stronger forever. Show Notes and Resources Connect with Bryan and Stephanie Carter and find their book at http://www.bryancarter.org/ or on Instagram at @mrbryanlca…
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Authors Howard and Danielle Taylor intentionally invested in each other, founded a marriage ministry—and then tragedy dealt a gut-wrenching blow. They reveal how their marriage survived, and how a relationship can pull through the worst of times. The secret to me in a long marriage for us is not that you’re perfect, but you become professional forg…
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Today, Juliana Ong of Stories of Play is my guest, and we talk all about the importance of play for our kids and how we can foster creative, open ended, independent play. While this is a fun, somewhat light hearted topic, it's also one where intentionality can make all the difference. I can vouch for this because after my conversation with Jules, I…
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Authors Howard and Danielle Taylor didn't start out thinking they'd run a marriage ministry. They just longed for an intentional, intimate relationship that would go the distance. Hear how their own challenges galvanized a purposeful, more weatherproof marriage. I definitely think that you have to speak up. You have to speak up. I don’t want to sou…
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Your negative self-talk: It's sabotaging your marriage—and you may not know how deeply. Author Ted Lowe gets real about identifying and confronting the dark side within. "I cannot tell you the number of times, standing on the sideline with the Detroit Lions at a NFL game over 33 seasons, that we get in the fourth quarter, it’s a close game, and I w…
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Could the way you're thinking about your spouse be shaping your marriage in ways you've never imagined? Author Ted Lowe helps revolutionize your marriage…starting with your mind. The only common denominator in couples that reported the highest level of marital satisfaction—they were basically given a spousal report card and told, “Rank your spouse,…
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Your spouse is emotional. What should you do? What should you say? What if you don't agree? Author Ted Lowe knows changing how you think and respond in moments like this could change your marriage—and he's got ways to do it. I thought the empathy was just about being with someone during the tough stuff, but it's also being there with them during th…
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If you could go back in time, what advice would you give yourself? Jared and Becky Wilson know what they'd tell themselves in their 20s—and they literally wrote the book about it. Grab smart thoughts and wise stories for a regret-free decade. Show Notes You can find us here on our social channels.By Jared And Becky Wilson
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Friendship hasn't always been this hard. Author Drew Hunter looks at historical friendships, and some of the ways we get it wrong. Just thinking about the marks of friendship and what real friendship is, just apply that directly to marriage. And so think, “Have I been expressing affection? Do I let Christina know that I love her, and do I show that…
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Wynand interviews Ferg Turnbul, New Zealand author and father of five on his new book Be The Dad. It is a book for men who would never normally read a parenting/relationship/dad life book, full of quick tips to be a great Dad and Husband and enjoy your life while doing it. A perfect gift for those important men and fathers in your life. Inside are …
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Today my guest is Tyler Moore of Tidy Dad, and you're not going to want to miss this conversation! We dig into Tyler's story and his reason for tidying up his life, and he shares about how physical decluttering lead to emotional decluttering. He also brings practical tips on what it looks like to "surthrive," layer routines, and give yourself grace…
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Isn't friendship kind of…optional? Author Drew Hunter proposes a solution to the nationwide epidemic of loneliness. He digs into the scriptural plea for authentic friendship, and how, exactly, to make friendships you can't live without. We are in some ways the most connected generation ever—social media and the internet, and ways of connecting over…
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