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Have you ever felt like you're falling short as a mom, constantly comparing yourself to the picture-perfect lives of other moms? What if I told you there's a way to break free from this exhausting cycle and find joy in your unique journey? In today's episode, I'll be sharing five principles to help you navigate motherhood without comparisons that can transform the way you see yourself and your role as a mom. You don't want to miss this episode.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/navigate-motherhood-without-comparison/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
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Do your children get stressed out when faced with final exams, group projects, graduation requirements, and other end-of-year assignments are due? The truth is, most kids do. That's common. But we can help our kids reduce their school year stress so they can enjoy this season of life and not be filled with anxiety.
In this episode, you can apply to reduce your child's school-year stress by learning how to manage the extra load.
Last week, I focused on preparing for the time When Children Move Out. Though we are never fully prepared for that day, there are ways you can take a bittersweet moment and turn a bittersweet moment into a joyful experience for all.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/reduce-kids-school-year-stress/
https://conniealbers.com/when-children-move-out/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
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It's hard to picture your active toddler moving out. But it happens faster than you can imagine. Letting go of our children as they venture into adulthood is a bittersweet journey that all parents must face. This transition involves understanding how children naturally seek independence, which is a necessary part of their development. As parents, our role changes too. We move from being needed to day-to-day tasks to prayer warriors, advisors, and supporters.
It isn't a process of stepping back- it's about reshaping our relationships to respect their new-found status while continuing to offer unconditional love and trusted friends.
How do you prepare to let your children go well? Today, I'm focusing on the heart of transformation, exploring the emotional and rewarding journey of letting go from a mom who has walked this path many times. I'll share real-life stories, expert insights, and practical advice to help you navigate the complex feelings of pride, loss, and love that come with watching your children grow into independent adults.
Whether you are facing an empty nest, grappling with new career choices your child makes, or adjusting to their new life relationships, this episode can help you embrace this new chapter with confidence and joy.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/when-Children-Move-Out/
Episodes you might have missed:
https://conniealbers.com/overcoming-obstacles/
https://conniealbers.com/community-of-friends/
https://conniealbers.com/let-kids-play-outside/
https://conniealbers.com/navigating-rejection-part-I/
https://conniealbers.com/overcoming-rejection/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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We all encounter obstacles in life, but the keys to overcoming them are developing the skills and using the right tools to turn these challenges into stepping stones. There is no reason to spin your wheels or fret over what to do but to change your approach and stop doing what isn't working.
Today's podcast focuses on how you can overcome the obstacles in your life by assessing why your stuck, identifying triggers and patterns, readjusting your thoughts, and developing new skills. Whether you're feeling stuck in your work or personal life or your child is, there's a way to get beyond the obstacle and begin moving forward.
Though obstacles are common, how we navigate them makes all the difference.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/overcoming-obstacles/
Episodes you might have missed:
Stop Mom Shaming
Let Kids Play Outside with Ginny Urich
Raising Boys with Mark Hancock
The Power of a Child with Raymond Arroyo
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Overcoming rejection is possible when we focus on our emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual actions. No one wants to be rejected, but overcoming rejection is a part of life that we must learn to do well so our relationships stay strong.
This is part II of learning to manage being rejected.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/overcoming-rejection/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak at your homeschool conference, moms retreat, or school assembly send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Do you fear being rejected by your child? Does the thought of breaking the bond of closeness cause you to parent differently? Navigating rejection is part of the rollercoaster world of parenting, where the highs are dizzying, and lows can knock the socks off you. You're not alone, and there are ways you can handle any rejection while maintaining your relationship.
To any parent or grandparent walking through the shadow of rejection, know this isn't the end of your relationship.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/navigating-rejection-part-i/
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Popular episodes others have loved:
https://conniealbers.com/community-of-friends/
https://conniealbers.com/community-of-friends/
https://conniealbers.com/embracing-storms-not-chasing-them/
https://conniealbers.com/stop-mom-shaming/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak at your women's ministry or church? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Are you lying awake wondering why trouble seems to find your tween or teen? Do you find yourself worrying about how to keep your teen out of trouble or on track? If you're nodding along, feeling the weight of these questions, you're not alone. In this episode of "Trouble with Teens" I'm sharing truths to help parents trying to navigate the season of adolences.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/trouble-with-teens/
Addtional episodes you might have missed:
https://conniealbers.com/your-child-is-a-masterpiece/
https://conniealbers.com/stay-engaged/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Have you found your community? In the whirlwind journey of parenthood, amidst the sleepless nights and endless laundry, there exists and invaluable gift that makes family life easier: community.
Building a community of families who share similar visions and values can foster growth and confidence for parents and children. A community of friends has dual purposes: to provide a network of support for parents and to create a nurturing environment for our children.
Friends, we are not designed to live isolated lives. We need families to connect with. Today's episode focuses on how to build a community and what to expect from friendships.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/community-of-friends/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Tired of being judged for every parenting decision you make? Join me for an encouraging episode on "Stop Mom-Shaming," where I share the truth about how harmful it is to shame moms and provide ways to stop it. From breast feeding battles to work-life balance struggles, I'm breaking down the barriers that perpetuate guilt and inadequacy among mothers. Tune in for insights, heartfelt stories, and honest conversations that celebrate your journey of motherhood.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/stop-mom-shaming/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Parents want to raise resilient and compassionate children who can navigate everyday life and succeed in adulthood. Join me as I share 5 Skills Parents Must Teach Children! From cultivating self-control to fostering collaboration and celebrating achievements, you'll gain insights that can help you teach your children.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/5-skills-parents-must-teach-children/
More shows:
https://conniealbers.com/raising-boys/
https://conniealbers.com/full-healing-after-martial-infidelity/
https://conniealbers.com/question-based-education/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Is it possible for a marriage to fully heal after years of infidelity and betrayal? Yes! My guests, Phil and Priscilla Fretwell, will join me to share their story of how God rebuilt their shattered marriage after twenty-eight years of betrayal and infidelity. You will enjoy this transparent conversation and discover what you can do to strengthen your marriage.
Read the full show notes with links here: Full Healing After Marital Infidelity ETB #205
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Welcome to "Embracing the Storms Not Chasing Them," where my guest, Tracy Smoak, and I discuss how life's challenges can become stepping stones rather than stumbling blocks. We explore the idea of storms and how these difficult moments can be used as a catalyst for growth and change when we rely on the Lord and not ourselves. You will be encouraged to see storms a little differently.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/embracing-storms-not-chasing-them/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Raising boys to become godly men is a question I'm frequently asked. As a mother of three boy, I know parenting boys requires some different skills and knowledge. Today Mark Hancock of Trail Life USA joins me for in important conversations about what boys need and how we can help them.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/taking-a-break/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Ever felt a little intimidated cracking open the Bible? You read page after page, but you don't understand it. You're not alone. The delightful Annie Weber joins me to discuss how you can find astounding truths hidden in the pages of scripture that can bring you joy and give your life purpose. Join us for episode #202 Finding Joy in Learning Biblical Truths.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/finding-joy-in-leaarning-biblical-truths/
The Value of Community
The Urgent Need to Retreat
Embracing Your Fierce Calling with Doris Swift
Feasting on Truth with Erin Warren
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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What's the value of community? Communities stitch together threads of warmth, creating a cozy haven where ever moms find a place to belong and an opportunity to share experiences. Are you like most people who long for friends or someone to share life experiences with? You aren't alone.
We are created for community, but how do we find our people? That's what Connie is focusing on in this episode of #EquippedToBe.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/the-value-of-community/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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A time of apreciation and gratefulness as we reach a milestone here at Equipped To Be.
We are thrilled to share this momentous occasion --the celebration 200 episodes of "Equipped To Be"! What an incredible journey. Today we look back at shows you love, the guests who've joined me, and the listeners we serve.
Thank you for joining us and being part of this amazing community.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/200-episodes-and-counting/
Thank you for being part of the Equipped To Be community.
~Connie
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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Ready to revolutionized your children's education? It's time for a shift from the old-school knowledge-packed approach to a cutting-edge, question-based education.
Gone are the days when more information equalled greater success. Enter the era of AI, where kids need to be adept at not justing finding information quickly but also mastering the art of asking questions that truly unlock knowledge.Jonathan Brush joins me on the podcast to discuss the new educational paradigm.
~Connie
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/question-based-education/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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What do you do when your child willinging visits online sites or watches videos that are not appropriate? How can you guide your child through this season and learn God's design for a healthy relationship without shaming your child?
Barb Winters joins me for a conversation on what to do when kids get exposed to images and videos that aren't good for little eyes.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/kids-and-relationships/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be would you kindly leave a review and a five star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them too. Thank you ~ Connie
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Do you want your children to have a happy childhood? Let them play outside! We must add more playtime to a child's day so they can learn how to be problem solvers and experience the wonder of simple playtime.
Ginny Yurich, founder and creator of 1000 Hours Outside, and I discuss what kids need and the benefits of letting them go outside to play.
Read the full show notes with links here: https://conniealbers.com/let-kids-play-outside/
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too.
Thank you ~ Connie
Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/
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In a techno-driven world, parents can use all the information and guidance they can get to keep their children safe. Today, Connie and John DeGirolamo will share "Tips for Parents to Protect Your Child."
We can navigate the online world with our kids. Join us for a practical episode.
Read the full show notes with links here: Tips for Parents to Protect Your Child with John DeGirolamo ETB #196
If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be, would you kindly leave a review and a five-star rating? It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie
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