Ep. #4 - What It Takes to Thrive in Marriage with Different Personalities Part 2

Welcome back to Get It Together with Kori & Steven! If you haven’t watched Part 1 with Jim & Georgia McDonald, we highly recommend going back—there’s so much wisdom and heart in their story.

In this episode, we continue the conversation, diving deep into parenting, resilience, and the beauty of embracing each child’s unique path.

With five children, each with their own strengths and challenges, Jim & Georgia share their experiences navigating early childhood struggles, fostering passions, and supporting their kids every step of the way.

Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, learning, and growing together. We hope this conversation brings encouragement to parents navigating their own journeys.

Let us know in the comments: What’s one thing parenthood has taught you? We’d love to hear from you!

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Episode Highlights:

• Welcome to Get It Together-Together Podcast [00:00] 

• Raising Five Kids – Parenting Challenges and Wins [2:30]

• Chrissy’s Journey with Speech Delay and Sensory Issues [6:15]

• Early Childhood Intervention Game Changer [10:45]

• Parenting Advice: Trusting Your Instincts and Seeking Help [15:20]

• Michaela – The Future Actress with a Big Personality [19:35]

• Nicholas’ Musical Talent – Following His Brother’s Path [23:50]

• Why Every Child Has a Unique Learning Journey [27:15]

About the Guests

Jim and Georgia McDonald are a dynamic couple who met and married just seven months after meeting, marking the beginning of a 24-year journey together.

Jim, an engineer responsible for safety in nuclear facilities, and Georgia, an entrepreneur with a background in early childhood education and cosmetology, balance their diverse careers and personalities—Jim being a calm introvert and Georgia a passionate extrovert.

Despite their differences, they’ve built a strong family life, raising five children while prioritizing open communication, mutual respect, and family unity.

Their commitment to each other and their children, along with their ability to honor their contrasting needs, has been key to their enduring relationship.

Connect with the Guests

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jim.mcdonald.75033 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmcdonald_tx/ 

Connect with Steven and Kori:

• Website: ⁠https://stevenandkori.com/⁠ 

• Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/stevenandkori⁠ 

• LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/stevenandkori/⁠ 

• YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stevenandkori⁠ 

• Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stevenandkori/⁠ 

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