Today, we’re talking about emotional wellness and how it works in our everyday lives. We talk about how emotions act like warning lights, signaling that something deeper might be going on. Zach shares his struggles with big emotions and practical tools that help, and Hanna talks about the challenges of managing emotions as a parent. From learning how to calm ourselves down to teaching our kids how to do the same, we cover it all.

Here’s what we cover:

• Emotions as Warning Lights: they’re more than just feelings , they’re telling us something important.
• Tools for Managing Emotions: cover the main bases like eating, sleeping, exercise and breathing, and how getting outside can make a big difference.
• Parenting with Emotional Health in Mind: helping our kids (and ourselves) manage emotions, especially when things get crazy.
• Healthy Emotional Habits: staying aware of our feelings and pre-deciding to handle stressful moments before they even happen.
• Escaping the Digital Trap: setting screen time boundaries and finding healthier ways to cope.

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Recommendations:

• Emotionally Healthy Leader book
• Raising Emotionally Strong Boys book
• Monk Manual planner
• The Power to Change book
• Dwell App

Chapters:

10:00 Emotions as Warning Lights

20:30 Tools for Managing Emotions

35:00 Emotional Health in Parenting

45:00 Healthy Habits for Emotional Regulation

55:00 Closing Thoughts on Emotional Wellness

58:11 Practical Tips and Recommendations

Today we talk about the importance of hobbies and how they impact daily life. Zach has a Karen moment and rants about content creators. We talk about different hobbies and how they bring joy, foster creativity, and provide balance in a busy household. From sewing and leatherwork to baking, we cover how hobbies help us stay engaged and avoid the pitfalls of low-quality leisure.

Here’s what we cover:

• High vs. Low-Quality Leisure: the difference between passive activities and engaging hobbies.
• Finding the Right Hobby: how to discover hobbies that bring joy and fulfillment, and why it’s crucial to have hobbies outside of work and family obligations.
• Hands-On Activities: the benefits of engaging in hands-on hobbies like sewing, leatherwork, and cooking, and how they can lead to a sense of accomplishment and creativity.
• Digital Distractions: the impact of digital devices on our lives and the importance of setting boundaries to stay present and engaged.
• Social Media and Hobbies: the influence of content creators and social media on hobbies and how to maintain authenticity in a digital world.

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Recommendations:

• Leatherworking
• Gilmore Girls
• Sourdough Baking
• ⁠Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Book ⁠
• ⁠Shop Class as Soulcraft Book⁠
• ⁠The Most Fun We Ever Had Book⁠
• ⁠Past Lives Movie⁠

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Way Family Podcast

00:12 Introduction to Hobbies and Their Importance

05:00 The Difference Between High and Low-Quality Leisure

15:30 Discovering Personal Hobbies and Interests

28:00 Engaging in Hands-On Activities

40:00 Managing Digital Distractions and Staying Present

50:00 The Influence of Social Media on Hobbies

It’s been 4 years since we were into the podcasting game, a lot has changed since then. We’ve changed and podcasting has changed, and we're sure you and your season of life and interests have changed.

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Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Way Family Podcast

00:53 Listener Feedback and Engagement

02:42 Podcast Evolution and Changes

10:00 Future Plans and Audience Interaction