#80: Heart Parenting and Being "Set Apart" with Kat Anderson

Are you striving to nurture your child's heart and character in a world full of societal pressures? Curious about how to balance discipline with deep, intentional connections? This week I'm sitting down again with Kat Anderson, focusing on heart parenting and being "set apart" in your faith-filled journey. Kat, a counselor and Christian parenting coach, shares her wisdom and practical advice for raising children to be compassionate, self-controlled, and spiritually aligned.

This episode is for you if you're committed to engaging deeply with your child's emotional and behavioral development, fostering an environment where faith and character development take center stage. Join us as we delve into empowering strategies, personal anecdotes, and actionable tips designed to support you in your role as a primary educator and faith guide for your children.

Just some reasons to listen to the entire episode:

• Kat highlights the importance of balancing parental discipline with a genuine connection to cultivate strong character in children.
• Techniques for observing and understanding children’s emotional and behavioral responses in various social scenarios.
• The concept of heart parenting: nurturing a child's character through intentional conversations and biblical principles.
• Jen and Kat discuss the challenging yet essential practice of being "set apart" from cultural norms that don’t align with faith.
• Practical examples of integrating faith into daily life, creating homes marked with love and spiritual growth.
• Encouragement for open communication, creating safe spaces, and finding teachable moments within everyday interactions.

And so much more!

Are you ready to explore the depth of heart parenting and the conviction of living "set apart"? Tune in now to draw inspiration and learn how to nurture your child's character while keeping your parenting aligned with your faith. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.

Meet Kat Anderson: Kat brings over a decade of experience in counseling and parent coaching, deeply rooted in her Christian faith. As a mother of four, she understands the daily complexities parents face and offers her wisdom on aligning one’s professional calling with personal beliefs. Her transformative journey emphasizes the importance of intentional parenting and spiritual guidance in any educational setting.

Mentioned Scripture and References

Faith, Family, & Schooling with Kat Anderson

1 Peter 3:15-17

"How Great is Our God" by Louie Giglio

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