Show Notes
You want to grow. You’re reading the books. You’re learning new tools.
And your spouse? Not so much.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re parenting from two different playbooks under the same roof, this episode is for you.
Wendy and Terry share their real-life journey of getting on the same page, what it looked like when one partner led the way, and how connection-based parenting transformed not just their kids, but their marriage.
Inside this conversation, you’ll hear:
Why one parent often goes first in the growth process
How to invite a resistant spouse into learning without control or criticism
The truth about “gentle” parenting and why firm-and-kind is not permissive
How fathers especially benefit from prioritizing relationship
What it really means to end generational cycles
If you’re longing for unity, deeper connection, and less tension around discipline, there is a path forward, even if you feel like you’re walking it alone right now.
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