In this conversation, Courtney DeFeo shares her experiences as a mother of two teenage girls, her career journey from marketing to motherhood, and the importance of instilling godly wisdom in parenting. She discusses the significance of love in family dynamics, the challenges of navigating conflicts, and the role of prayer in fostering understanding and compassion among children. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to model conflict resolution and to take ownership of their actions while teaching their children to do the same. In this conversation, Candace Nassar and Courtney DeFeo discuss the complexities of parenting, particularly in relation to accountability, conflict resolution, and the challenges of bullying. They explore how to empower children to handle conflicts, the importance of setting boundaries, and the role of trust in relationships. The discussion also emphasizes the need for parents to model love, forgiveness, and healthy communication, especially in the context of family dynamics and societal pressures.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Family and Travel
02:57 Career Journey and Motherhood
05:56 Godly Wisdom for Parenting
08:58 Teaching Love and Conflict Resolution
11:46 Navigating Conflict with Kids
15:03 The Role of Prayer in Parenting
15:23 Navigating Accountability and Conflict Resolution
16:13 Understanding Bullying and Its Impact
18:41 Empowering Kids to Handle Conflict
21:52 Setting Boundaries and Recognizing Patterns
25:18 Building Trust and Healthy Relationships
26:21 Modeling Love and Forgiveness
29:01 Family Dynamics and Navigating Conflict
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