Raising Boys & Girls

Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey of raising boys and girls. Connect with us at raisingboysandgirls.com.

Kids & Family
Parenting
Religion & Spirituality
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Episode 27: Summer Activity Ideas for Kids and ...
Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with Jessica Turner, author, speaker, and creative mom of 3, on fun summer activity ideas. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at   Connect with Sissy,...
23 min
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Episode 26: How to Have a Connected, Intentiona...
Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share simple ideas for making the most of your time this summer. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at  Connect with Sissy, David, and...
29 min
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Episode 25: Pursuing Jesus to Find Freedom in P...
Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they visit with author, speaker, and mom of 5 boys, Jeannie Cunnion. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at Connect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at  Connect with...
42 min
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Episode 24: Talking to Kids About Race with Dr....
Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they chat with child and family therapist, Dr. Chinwé Williams on talking to kids about race. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at Connect with Sissy, David, and...
48 min
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Episode 23: Finding Freedom from Guilt and Sham...
Do you long to feel more free in your parenting? Free from guilt and pressure and doubts? Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share encouragement for finding freedom in parenting. Grab links, stats, and quotes you...
24 min
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Episode 22: Creating a Playful and Welcoming En...
The  is bringing you Intentional Conversations with parents in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with artist Matthew West and his wife, Emily, about being playful parents. Grab links, stats, and quotes you...
34 min
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Episode 21: How to Be a More Playful Parent and...
We are living in an intense time, and play may not be top-of-mind most days. However, play is so important in childhood and parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share research, ideas, and encouragement for...
28 min
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Episode 20: Being a Connected and Intentional P...
Do you feel disconnected as a family? Every season of parenting brings obstacles to connection. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week on the for a fun and hope-filled conversation with author and podcaster Carlos Whittaker and his wife, Heather,...
33 min
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Episode 19: How to Be a More Connected Parent t...
Let's face it, life is busy! But connecting with our kids is one of our top priorities as parents. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share ideas and encouragement for being a more connected parent. Grab links,...
34 min
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Episode 18: Using the Enneagram to Understand a...
The  is bringing you Intentional Conversations with parents in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with singer/songwriters Jill and Andy Gullahorn about finding balance in parenting and family life. Grab links,...
43 min
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Episode 17: How to Find Balance in Parenting
With messages coming at us from every angle, it can be hard to find balance in parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share practical ways to find balance and ultimately be better guides for our kids. Grab...
37 min
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Episode 16: Parenting with Faith, Hope, and Sur...
You've seen her on Survivor and heard her on The View. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with Elisabeth Hasselbeck on finding hope in parenting and life. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at Connect with...
59 min
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Episode 15: How to Block Out Discouragement and...
With everything we have going on as parents, being hopeful is not something we typically focus on. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share why it's so important to be a hopeful parent. Grab links, stats, and quotes...
27 min
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Episode 14: Imagination, Creativity, and Hope f...
The  is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with poet and artist, Morgan Harper Nichols about parenting, patience, and hopeful imagination. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to...
44 min
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Episode 13: Self-Care for Parents That Will Lea...
Patience is something we all struggle with, especially in parenting!  Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical strategies, and Bible truths to help you be a more patient...
34 min
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Episode 12: Understanding the Why Behind Your C...
The  is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with best-selling author and mom, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson about consistent practices that help in parenting. Grab links, stats, and quotes...
32 min
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Episode 11: Discipline, Consequences, and How t...
Have you ever wondered why experts say consistency is the most important thing to master as a parent? And have you felt defeated because it's actually the hardest part of parenting? Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as...
30 min
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Episode 10: Navigating Grief as a Single Dad
The  is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with author, pastor, and dad of four girls, Jonathan Pitts, about what it looks like to be an intentional parent. Grab links, stats, and...
25 min
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Episode 9: Building Intentionality and Thoughtf...
Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical ingredients, and Bible truths to help you be a more intentional parent.  Connect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at  Connect with...
32 min
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Episode 8: Welcome to Intentional Parenting
Season 3 of the is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they welcome you on a journey of intentional parenting. Find out the topics we'll be tackling together over the next few months as we dig...
9 min
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Episode 7: Technology Boundaries for Kids and F...
The  is here to help you start 2021 with intention! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with Minno CEO, Erick Goss, on how to navigate technology in your home and family. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in...
24 min
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Episode 6: New Year Family Refresh
The  is here to help you make 2021 your best year yet! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you look toward the new year with focus and intention. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show...
26 min
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Episode 5: Christmas with Kids: Cultivating a S...
How to Give as a Family at Christmas
24 min
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Episode 4: 2020: Christmas with Kids: Making it...
The  is back with bonus episodes to help you finish 2020 strong! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you ward off the "mores" and embrace the season no matter how hard this year has been! Grab links, stats, and...
17 min
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Episode 3: Fighting Entitlement and Developing ...
The  is back with bonus episodes to help you finish 2020 strong! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they share ways to help you ward off entitlement in your kids and create a spirit of gratitude within your family. Grab links, stats,...
19 min