When you're busy raising kids, things get sacrificed. What often ends up on the backburner during the divide-and-conquer years of raising teenagers is your marriage.  Join Kari and Nashville counselor Kim Anderson, both married for 25 years, as they talk about reconnecting with your spouse and finding your way back to each other.  Ep. 65 Show Notes: o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life, Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guide o The Meaning of Marriage by Dr....

As humans, we long to believe we are good. And for teens especially, it's tempting to gauge yourself against peers and think you're doing well when your choices aren't as bad as their choices. You're considered a "good girl" or "good guy," but what you really are is a good girl/guy in comparison. God calls us to a higher standard. He wants us to look at Jesus, not people, when seeing where we have room to improve. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about virtue and not settling for a life...

Today's culture tells boys that being "the man" is all about dominance, conquests, and becoming the loudest person in the room. For parents trying to raise godly sons...and boys who care about their faith...fighting that tension between what gets celebrated by society and what God desires can be a real struggle. Join Kari as she talks to recent Samford graduate Will Hudson about the real-life challenges facing boys today and 5 action steps they can take to deepen their faith. This episode...

Most moms dream about their children being close. They worry about sibling rivalry and the quiet comparison, competition, and jealousy that can undermine these relationships.  Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about family dynamics and celebrating the unique strengths and personalities that each child brings to the table. Ep. 62 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate...

For girls of all ages, friendships matter, and when you're in college, your friends become your family. They're your home away from home.  Join Kari in this first episode with her oldest daughter, Ella, as she shares wisdom and practical advice on initiating, navigating, and sustaining real friendships. This episode is packed with helpful tips, and you don't want to miss it! Ep. 61 Show Notes: o   Follow Ella on Instagram o   Camp Hollymont o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and...

Making time for rest helps you be more effective when you work. Rather than give 80 percent because you're tired, you can give 100 percent because you replenished your reserves. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about incorporating rest into your life routine. Ep. 60 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?,  10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o   Contact Kari: ...

For teenagers today, friendship is often a source of stress, not comfort. And for mothers today, it's hard to know what to know how to guide them when things go south or just evolve. Join Kari as she shares some talking points on how to help your daughter find friends, keep friends, and - most importantly - become the friend she hopes to find. This episode comes from the friendship chapter of Kari's book, LOVE HER WELL. Ep. 59 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love...

Disappointment is a part of life - but when it happens with the people you're doing life with, it can rock your world. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they take about navigating the ups and downs of friendship and finding your anchor of hope. Ep. 58 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Know o   Contact Kari:  [email protected], Instagram, and Facebook o...

Learning to speak life takes intention and thought. It is often two steps forward, one step back. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about the power of words, waiting for the right time,  and using your voice for good. Ep. 57 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Know o   Contact Kari:  [email protected], Instagram, and Facebook o   Contact Mary...

Prayer is a conversation with God where we speak to Him and then listen as He speaks to us. One great gift we can give a loved one is to pray for them and over them, remembering what the Bible says about God being with present when two or more are gathered in His name. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about prayer and what it has meant in their lives. Ep. 56 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are...

Living out your Christian faith brings many hurdles and decision points. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they share stories about God's work in their lives and what it means to be a light, take small steps of obedience, and bank on eternal truths. Ep. 55 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?, 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Know o   Contact Kari:  [email protected], Instagram, and...

Nothing can derail a teenager quicker than an unhealthy romance or making an idol of romance. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about love that reflects the heart of Christ and finding peace & joy in being single. Ep. 54 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books: Love Her Well, More Than a Mom, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know,  Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o   10 Dating Truths Girls Should Know o   Dr. Tim Keller's The Meaning of Marriage o   Contact Kari: ...

A teen's choices set the trajectory for their life. Even friend choices play a major role in the kind of future they'll have. But how do you teach your teen to make good choices, and choose good company, while not judging peers who take a different route? What are signs that your well-behaved teen has a heart issue with pride? How can teens intervene when a friend goes off the rails and needs a loved one to take action? Join Kari and her friend Mary Lauren, a recent college graduate, as they...

Your thought life as a mother – and what you choose to believe  – matters deeply. It can make you feel hopeful or hopeless,  optimistic about the future or stuck in despair and regret. Join Kari as she offers insight on how to create lifegiving scripts that enable you to become the person (and mother) you're meant to be.  Ep. 52 Show Notes: o   Order Kari’s new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thrive o   Kari’s book for moms of teen girls:...

It's not enough to tell our kids to "be kind." They need real-life examples of what kindness looks like - and parents who model it. Join Kari as she shares this story that went viral almost 10 years ago and is just as relevant today as it was back then. Ep. 51 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Well o   Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o   Kari’s Blog -...

When your birthday hits the half-century mark, you've got a lifetime of memories under your belt. You hit an interesting crossroads of simultaneously reflecting on the past & wondering about the future. Join Kari as she shares thoughts on turning 50 - and why it's a great place to be. Ep. 50 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Well o   Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o  ...

Whether you are married or single, God loves you, and that love doesn’t change even as your relationships do. Join Kari as she shares encouragement for moms who shoulder more responsibility than most and dig deep into their faith. Ep. 49 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Well o   Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o   Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o   Contact: ...

Becoming a strong  & healthy mom is a journey. In good seasons, it may feel natural, and in hard seasons, it may feel impossible. Join Kari as she talks to her wise friend Kim Anderson about the impediments that trip us up and how to work toward healing, wholeness, and becoming the best version of ourselves. Ep. 48 Show Notes: o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life or Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids o   Follow Kim on Instagram   o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love...

Too often, girls settle for bad boyfriends because they don't know better. They've never had a guy treat them well, and without that comparison, they settle. Join Kari as she shares thoughts to help your son be that boyfriend who sets a high bar and ultimately attracts high-caliber girls into his life.  Ep. 47 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms: More Than a Mom and Love Her Well o   Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You...

Some tips on how to navigate this major life transition and enjoy college while keeping a good head on your shoulders. Ep. 46 Show Notes: o   Kari’s books for moms:More Than a Mom and  Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o   Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o   Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o   Contact Kari at [email protected] and follow her on Instagram...

Burnout among moms is at an all-time high. We know we need self-care, but we think of it in two opposite extremes: either the Spa Day Mentality (a constant mindset of “I’ll treat myself because I deserve it”) or the Mommy Martyrdom Mentality (a mindset of “my kids are my world, and I can’t do anything for myself”). Join Kari as she discusses a healthy middle ground that strengthens you, expands your bandwidth, and builds wellness from the inside out. Ep. 45 Show Notes: o   Order Kari’s new...

Too often, women underestimate themselves - or mistakenly believe their purpose is over once their kids leave home. But the truth is, at every age, the world needs your gifts and wisdom. You have a purpose even greater than your family and home. Join Kari for an encouraging word and an important reminder about the best gift you have to offer: your mother’s heart.  Ep. 44 Show Notes: o   Order Kari’s new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family)...

What keeps you from finding peace and joy as a parent?  What are common mindsets or missteps that trip up parents today?  Join Kari as she talks about what it means to be human - and let your children witness your humanity too. Ep. 41 Show Notes: o   Order Kari’s new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thrive o   Kari’s book for moms of teen girls: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o   Kari’s books for...

Counselors often talk about the “tapes” in a person’s head that play on repeat. Over time, these tapes (often untrue) form negative thought loops and unhealthy mindsets that affect us and the people we love.  Join Kari as she shares tips on how to identify and interrupt the loops that hold you back and create healthier ones that set you free.  Ep. 40 Show Notes: o   Order Kari’s new book: More Than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (and Your Family) Thrive o   Julie Sparkman...

For girls and women, friends are like oxygen.  They make life better, they "get us" like no one else, they induce side-splitting laughter, and they make impossible days feel bearable. If you've found your people, give thanks, and if you haven't, have hope. The best lessons in friendship often come during the loneliest seasons of friendship, and as Kari explains, those lonely seasons can help you "up" your friendship game and become the friend you hope to find. Ep. 39 Show Notes: o   Order...