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Life's a Tripp86. How to Make Big Decisions and Get More Out of LifeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We all have big decisions to make. Changing careers, moving to a new area, having another child, the list goes on and on. Ryan and Shannon share some insights that they've learned along the way as they've made difficult decisions more easy. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm2025-04-3027 minLife's a Tripp85. Answering Your Fan Mail Questions!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm2025-04-2235 minLife's a Tripp84. Our Family Did a Parasite Cleanse!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How do you know if you have parasites? What would you do to cleanse your body? Today we're sharing our family experience doing a 10-day cleanse.Learn more about the cleanse here Sanctuary Holistic WellnessToday's show sponsor is Armra Colostrum! Try it for yourself with 15% off your first order! Use code TRIPPtryarmra.com/tripp C...2025-04-1727 minLife's a Tripp83. Live like no one else now, so you can live like no one else laterClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from."You pay for it either way" is a phrase that Shannon likes when describing the effort we can make now to lay the foundation for our health, our family, our finances. By creating healthy habits and making small deposits into the things that matter most, we will reap those rewards decades from now.HUGE THANKS to our show sponsors for making this show possible.W...2025-04-0820 minLife's a Tripp82. From Sharing Tips on Instagram to Starting a Family BusinessClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.If you've ever thought about working for yourself or starting an online business sharing your unique skills, this episode is for you. We're opening up to share our experience in starting a business and working together as a married couple. It has been a wild adventure and we're grateful you've been with us on Instagram and here on the Life's a Tripp podcast. Thank you to Seed and Cozy Earth for s...2025-04-0119 minLife's a Tripp81. How We Choose to Educate Our KidsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Parents should feel empowered when it comes to their kids' education. If you've ever felt frustrated or stuck or just want to try something different, listen to today's episode for some new ideas!Today's Show Sponsor is Cozy Earth. We absolutely LOVE their bamboo bed sheets and bath towels. Try yours today with a generous 40% off discount! Code: TRIPP cozyearth.com/trippShannon's Resources for S...2025-03-2524 minLife's a Tripp80. Have we gone overboard with kids sports?Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.As parents we've all felt the pressure of getting our kids involved in sports and balancing fun with winning. If you've felt the frustration of sports taking your time and money, you're not alone. We talk about our approach to sports and how each family needs to determine what works best for them. 2025-03-1819 minLife's a Tripp79. What I Want All Moms to KnowClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.I asked the moms in my Instagram community (@shantripp) and compiled their answers along with my own and we narrowed it down to five things I wish I would have known as a young mom.Thank you to our show sponsors for making this episode possible:Cozy Earth cozyearth.com/tripp for 40% off!Armra Colostrum tryarmra.com/tripp Use code TRIPPFind us on Instagram @shantripp and @golftripp2025-03-1122 minLife's a Tripp78. The Detox & Declutter ChallengeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We're challenging you to join us for the next 30 days and detox your mind and body as well as decluttering your home. We have a tendency to consume without slowing down and that leads to burnout, anxiousness, and unhappiness. Join us as we declutter and detoxify our lives and find the joy and peace that comes with minimalism and space. FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Conf...2025-03-0416 minLife's a Tripp77. Answering Your Fan Mail Questions!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We received all of your amazing questions and gave our best answers related to potty training, talking about sex, naps, discipline, getting out of debt, keeping your cool, and many more. Remember to click the link above and we will answer more questions next month!FREE TRAINING WITH SHANNON Rise Above Worry: A Simple Guide for Moms to Stay Confident and Calm2025-02-2544 minLife's a Tripp76. The FIVE Pillars that Keep Our Family UnitedClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We've created a list of five things that we do daily and weekly to keep our family united. Every family's list of non-negotiables might look a little different, but if you're trying to build this list for your family - feel free to steal some of ours. Free download OUR FAMILY PLEDGE Today's show is sponsored by NEEDED. Needed was created by women and provides Unrivaled Nutrition for Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum.2025-02-1821 minLife's a Tripp75. Our Bed Isn't Big Enough! Sharing Our Sleep Secrets.Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We know how important sleep is for our health, but it isn't easy for mom and dad or even the kids to have the most restful sleep. Shannon talks about co-sleeping and Ryan complains about how he hasn't slept in thirteen years since they started having kids. Bo probably gets the best sleep and makes it know as he kicks Dad in the ribs each night! We're grateful for a partner like SEED that spo...2025-02-1222 minLife's a Tripp74. Sailing Off Into the Unknown and Finding Your HappinessClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We all have big decisions to make. We don't always know what's in store for our families when we walk through that door. As we head back to Hawaii this week we recount our desire to make some big changes and how God helped us take a risk and find something even greater on the other side. Whatever it is you're thinking about for your family, we encourage you to work through the fear and step i...2025-02-0416 minLife's a Tripp73. Hey Parents, You're Doing GreatClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How often do we pause to truly appreciate the fleeting moments of life, especially when welcoming a new family member? After returning from maternity leave with our little bundle of joy, baby Cal, we’re excited to reconnect and share reflections on parenthood. Our latest episode is a heartfelt celebration of family, filled with gratitude and the lessons learned from raising six children. We talk about the beauty of embracing the chaos and the importance of sa...2025-01-2919 minLife's a Tripp72. 3 Ways to Help Older Siblings Welcome a New BabyClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Bringing another baby into our home is such a blessing, but how should the other kids respond? Shannon shares three tactics that she uses to help the older siblings accept and appreciate their new baby brother.Today's show is sponsored by our favorite probiotic - Seed. Our whole family takes Seed to support our gut health and right now we have a special discount of 25% off for our listeners, just click here and use co...2024-11-1322 minLife's a Tripp71. Here's why you shouldn't have more kids...Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We're back! After giving ourselves a leave of absence with the birth of our baby boy, we couldn't wait to jump back on the mic and share the news of our exciting new addition to the family. 2024-11-0532 minLife's a Tripp70. Shannon's Best Advice on Pregnancy and BirthClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.As Shannon and Ryan prepare to have baby number six any day now, Shannon shares her approach to birth and what she has learned with each new child. 2024-09-1738 minLife's a Tripp69. What Parents Can Learn about Gut HealthClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Shannon has long worried about Ryan's gut, but not in the way you might think. It's more about what's on the inside and how our gut health affects our mood, behavior, and so much more! When it comes to our kids we need to be aware of how to heal their gut and feed the right foods and supplement when necessary. For more information on Seed probiotics and for 25% for our listeners, click here: h...2024-09-0930 minLife's a Tripp68. The Biggest Risk in Life is Not Taking OneClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Sometimes we let fear get in the way of what we really want. But as we exercise the muscle of making tough choices and doing something new or scary, we get better at jumping into the unknown. We don't always know how a big decision will turn out, but we do know that we can't sit back and do nothing - life is happening now!2024-08-2734 minLife's a Tripp67. Should We Save for Retirement or just...YOLO!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Ryan and Shannon talk about being a young family trying to find that balance between enjoying life today while thinking about a comfortable retirement down the road. 2024-08-2132 minLife's a Tripp66. Homeschool or Public School or A Little of Both?Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Ryan and Shannon are back with a juicy new episode talking all about how they plan to school the kids this year and why!2024-08-1423 minLife's a Tripp65. The Art of Being HappyClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Life can be unfair, scary, difficult. In spite of the daily challenges we all face, some people seem to exude joy. How? What can we do each day to find more happiness and joy in our lives. 2024-07-1830 minLife's a Tripp64. My Experience Having a Home Birth and Why I'll Do It AgainClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.On today's show Shannon and Ryan share their experience in both the hospital and then in the home. Shannon talks about finding the experience and courage to try a home birth and why she will absolutely choose to do it again with this next delivery.2024-07-1236 minLife's a Tripp63. Common Summer Emergencies You Can AvoidClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Summertime is to be enjoyed, and that comes with a little preparation and good decision making. Shannon shares a few things we can do to avoid some major emergencies that are common during summer. Oh, and Ryan shares his important tip for safety on the golf course...This summer we're offering a 30% discount on Shannon's signature medical emergencies course, click below! https://shantripp.mykajabi.com/offers/coriNT2a?coupon_code=SUMMERSAFETha...2024-07-0431 minLife's a Tripp62. Why Adult Friendships MatterClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.As we get older and raise our kids we tend to put friendships to the side. But we don't think it has to be this way. In fact, we've built some amazing friendships with other couples that have enriched our lives a big way! And, most of time they have kids that are similar ages to our kids so it's a win-win for everyone. Head to http://www.seed.com/tripp to get 25% off you...2024-06-2732 minLife's a Tripp61. To sleepover, or NOT to sleepoverClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.It's summer and all the kids in the neighborhood are asking to sleepover at a friend's house. We've chosen not to let our kids have sleepovers at someone else's house. We just feel better if they are home with us at night. Listen as we share our experiences and what a good alternative to sleepovers might be. 2024-06-1929 minLife's a Tripp60. We finally created an estate plan and it feels amazing!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Have you ever thought about what would happen to your kids and your money, house, vehicles, golf clubs if you passed away? Without a written estate plan and some basic planning these things won't go where you want them to go! We have been talking about creating a living will and trust for several years and we finally booked the appointment with the lawyer to talk it over and get the document written up. It was eas...2024-06-1234 minLife's a Tripp59. Six Lessons Learned During Six PregnanciesClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Ryan and Shannon share experiences and lessons learned from each of their pregnancies. For more fun and education follow on Instagram:https://instagram.com/shantripphttps://instagram.com/golftrippFor Shannon's teaching resources:www.shantripp.com2024-05-2936 minLife's a Tripp58. What we can teach our kids about worry and controlClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We talk about what our kids can learn in sports to help them with effort and attitude. Join a free Class with Shannon on May 21 or May 22.https://event.webinarjam.com/register/16/04ovof92024-05-1431 minLife's a Tripp57. Finding Joy In MotherhoodClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Shannon shares her journey in becoming a mom and digging through the messes to find the right perspective to enjoy motherhood and create a loving home!2024-05-0928 minLife's a Tripp56. What Makes Us Happy: The Longest Study Ever ConductedClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We review the longest study ever conducted on happiness and reveal the answer with our thoughts and experiences!2024-05-0234 minLife's a Tripp55. What every family should know about staying healthy on the goClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Nothing ruins a family trip or sports activity like getting sick. So we try to do the little things that will help our whole family stay healthy. We're sharing a few of our best tips for staying healthy.While traveling through Europe our little guy Jack complained of an upset stomach. This persisted for a while and we started to get worried. We realized we needed to heal his gut. Shannon found an amazing pro...2024-04-2326 minLife's a Tripp54. 3 reasons why we choose to travel with young kidsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.The term "worldschool" is gaining popularity as more families travel abroad and teach children about the world. Our experiences moving to Hawaii and Puerto Rico and starting to travel internationally have been both fun and educational. We're sharing three reasons why we feel it's so important to take our five young kids and jump on an airplane to somewhere new!2024-04-1634 minLife's a Tripp53. Our decision to have more kids. Shannon's pregnant - again!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How do you know if you're ready for another child? What if your spouse isn't on board for more? In today's expensive and sometimes scary world is it the right time to have kids? We share our experience in planning our family and getting prepared to welcome a sixth into our family!2024-04-0931 minLife's a Tripp52. Feeding our Minds with Good InformationClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What we feed our minds is manifest in our circumstances, our attitude, and how we attract goodness into our lives. It's helpful to pause and consider the music we listen to, the movies and shows that we watch, the books we read - and the example we set for our families with the content we consume. Follow along on Instagram for more fun, education, courses for parents, and discount codes to our favorite things!2024-04-0226 minLife's a Tripp51. How to talk to kids about sexClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We recently had the "sex talk" with our 8-year-old daughter. It was a positive experience for us and her. It doesn't have to be a scary or taboo topic. With a simple plan and some ideas you can successfully talk to your kids about this important subject, before they hear about from someone else!Fertilization video: https://youtu.be/_5OvgQW6FG4?si=nvy2sAXX9Ra7C1c72024-03-2633 minLife's a Tripp50. Our 50th episode, a giveaway, and our core valuesClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.2024-03-1931 minLife's a Tripp49. How to find meaningful family time togetherClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We have so many great activities and events that we sign up for, but sometimes it gets in the way of spending quality time together as a family. There is nothing more important than spending time together with our kids and creating memories with them. In this episode we think back on some of our favorite family experiences and what we are doing now to be more intentional about eliminating distractions and being together as a fam...2024-03-1319 minLife's a Tripp48. Money Talk: 7 Ways to Build Your Family Financial FutureClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Money, money, money! We didn't always have a great relationship with our money, but as we learned more and improved our mindset about money we discovered how to make more of it, keep more of it, and use it for the good of our family and others. In this episode we talk about our common sense personal finance, saving vs. spending, and ultimately creating a strategy to invest in real estate and create more pas...2024-03-0554 minLife's a Tripp47. The Game Changer of Kids SleepClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.We all struggle to find that balance of good sleep for our kids. Sometimes we just need to do our best on very little sleep, but there are some things we can do to create a positive sleeping environment for our kids - as well as mom and dad! If you're in the middle of raising young kids and wondering if you're doing it right, this episode will be like melatonin to your ears!In...2024-02-2936 minLife's a Tripp46. 5 Simple Ways to Enjoy This Season of LifeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.As parents, our journey is filled with ups and downs, but by embracing each season of life with mindfulness, flexibility, and a sense of humor, we can find joy and fulfillment in the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Remember to cherish the moments, cultivate gratitude, and celebrate the unique blessings of each stage. 2024-02-2232 minLife's a Tripp45. One decision changed everything!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Coming to you live from Hawaii! We're back on Oahu and reminiscing about the amazing adventure that led our family here in 2019. Just one decision to move here has changed the course of our life as a family. Thanks to Four Seasons Oahu for an unforgettable stay!https://www.fourseasons.com/oahu/ 2024-02-1424 minLife's a Tripp44. Planning a family vacation without breaking the bankClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.It's no secret we LOVE to travel, but it takes a little saving and planning. We want to share our approach to travel and some of the secrets we've learned along the way. 2024-02-0631 minLife's a Tripp43. How can siblings become best friendsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.2024-01-3029 minLife's a Tripp42. Shannon and Ryan argue about...PETSClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.In this episode Shan and Ry hold nothing back when talking about the pros and cons of having a pet and why Ryan is holding strong against the repeated pleas from his beautiful children to get a family dog. Will Ryan win or will Shannon and the children wear down his will power? Only time will tell. 2024-01-2324 minLife's a Tripp41. How God has guided us in making big decisionsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Please join me January 22 & 23 for a free TWO DAY WORKSHOP where I'll be teaching moms and dads what to do during emergency situation at home. These workshops have been super popular and they take a lot of time to prepare and show up how I want to for my favorite people, so please join me absolutely free and gain the skills and confidence to show up for your little ones when they need you.2024-01-1623 minLife's a Tripp40. Celebrating 15 years of marriage and looking back on what we've learnedClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.2024-01-0927 minLife's a Tripp39. What We're Starting and Stopping in the New YearClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What are you most excited about in 2024?Each new year brings new possibilities. It’s a time for setting goals, personal growth, and embracing new opportunities. As we venture into this new journey, being intentional with our time should be high on our priority list. When we get our priorities in line, we can focus our time and energy on what truly matters.So, wh...2024-01-0232 minLife's a Tripp38. You’re Doing a Great JobClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Have you taken time to slow down lately?Hey friends! We just wanted to take a moment during this super busy time of year to encourage you. We see you, and as parents, we know that it’s so easy to slip into the trap of feeling pressure to do it all. So here’s your reminder to slow down and focus on what’s in front of you.2023-12-1909 minLife's a Tripp37. Christmas Traditions Kids Will RememberClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What are your family’s favorite Christmas traditions?Hey friends! In this episode, we are sharing our favorite Christmas traditions that we hold near and dear to our hearts. We're talking about everything from decking the halls to exchanging gifts and, of course, spending time with family! But wait, there's more to it than just the ‘fun stuff.’ We're diving into the blessing of giving back, showing the love of Chr...2023-12-1226 minLife's a Tripp36. Find Your HappinessClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Crafting the lifestyle you want—it sounds dreamy, doesn't it? Well, it's not just a dream. It's about making choices every day that align with your vision. Once you take that leap, the next steps become a whole lot clearer.Here's a secret: there's power in doing the next right thing. It's not always about huge leaps; it's about consistent moves in the right direction. Each small step builds momentum and...2023-12-0534 minLife's a Tripp35. Raising Confident KidsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How do you find balance in raising confident and independent kids while still serving them?Teaching confidence and independence involves knowing when to step back and when to step in. It's about offering guidance and support while allowing them the space to try, fail, learn, and try again.Encouraging them to try new things and praising their efforts—whether big or small—can do wonders. Celebrate their victories, but also...2023-11-2815 minLife's a Tripp34. Nature vs. Nurture: What Is It Really?Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How can we lean into our children’s nature and learn to nurture it?When our kiddos come into the world, they bring along their unique set of characteristics and tendencies. These inherent qualities are like pieces of a puzzle that make up their nature. It's the starting point, the foundation upon which their personality takes shape.But here's the thing: while nature provides the initial blueprint, it's the nurturing en...2023-11-2129 minLife's a Tripp33. Creating Healthy Eating Habits In Our HomeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What is the key to instilling healthy eating habits in our families?With so many options and our ‘on-the-go’ lifestyles, eating healthy can be overwhelming. As we navigate school drop off, work, school pick up, appointments, and our kiddos’ practices, we often don’t have much time to think about what we’re going to eat for dinner.. And with fast food restaurants on seemingly every corner, it can be easy just to gi...2023-11-1430 minLife's a Tripp32. How Our Family Pledge Has Guided Our Family During Challenging TimesClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What are some of your family values?In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. However, as parents, it's our responsibility to instill values and principles in our kids that will guide them as they grow and ultimately help shape the world around them. One way we have chosen to do this is by creating a family pledge. A family pledge i...2023-11-0724 minLife's a Tripp31. Protecting Kids Halloween NightClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Did you know that Halloween is one of the busiest nights in the ER?In this short and sweet spooktacular episode, we're diving into the secrets of making Halloween a safe and fun experience for your kiddos. Join us as we share tricks and treats for keeping your kids safe during trick-or-treating. From safety tips to candy inspection techniques, we've got all the mummy-approved advice you need. So, grab your b...2023-10-3113 minLife's a Tripp30. The Ups and Downs of Putting Kids to BedClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Does your family have a bedtime routine?If you've ever been on the rollercoaster ride of bedtime routines with your little ones, you know that it can be a mixed bag of cozy moments, laughter, and maybe a hint of chaos. For some of us, bedtime is an enjoyable time to recap the day with our kids, while for others, it's a bit like an action-packed m...2023-10-2430 minLife's a Tripp29. Kids Have What It TakesClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How do we raise our kids to be strong men and women of God in the state of the world today?As parents, it’s so easy to be consumed with worry when we think about our kids and the challenges they face. The world is much different than it used to be, and it seems that our kids face more challenges than ever before.God di...2023-10-1714 minLife's a Tripp28. Handling Sickness at Home: Natural Remedies to HelpClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you feel confident in your ability to care for your kiddos when they’re sick?The truth is, friends, so many mamas feel helpless when their kids are sick… But I want to help educate you so that you can be calm and confident when sickness makes its way into your household.First off, you are so much more capable than you probably allow yourself to b...2023-10-1034 minLife's a Tripp27. Parenting Kids in a Digital WorldClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Have you thought about getting your kids phones?It’s a decision many parents dread. When is it the ‘right time’ to let them have a phone? How do we protect them from scary things on the internet? There are so many questions that run through our minds.We recorded today’s episode to share some of the tips we’ve learned about navigating internet and device usa...2023-10-0327 minLife's a Tripp26. Speaking Your Spouse's Love LanguageClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you know your spouse’s love language?We all know that marriage is a journey filled with ups and downs, joys and challenges. But there's a secret ingredient that can make this journey even more beautiful and fulfilling: understanding and speaking your spouse's love language. Understanding your spouse's love language allows you to communicate your love more effectively. When you express love in the way the...2023-09-2632 minLife's a Tripp25. Why We Don't Believe In TimeoutsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What is your parenting style?We know there are so many different styles of parenting, and there isn’t one universal style that works for everyone. Every child is different and has their own unique needs. Around here, we’ve found that gentle parenting is the most beneficial for our family.So what is gentle parenting, really? And why does it work? We believe that some form...2023-09-1925 minLife's a Tripp24. When Kids Get SickClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What would you say if we told you that there’s a lot you can do in your home for your kids’ sickness?We know it can be so nerve-wracking when our kids get sick. Sometimes, as parents, we can be left feeling ill-equipped to handle sickness... But the truth is, there is so much that can be handled in our home. In this episode, we are s...2023-09-1236 minLife's a Tripp23. Are You Struggling? You're Not AloneClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Are you struggling? You’re not alone.Dear friend - the reality is - everyone struggles. We all face adversity in life, but it’s how we respond to it that sets us up for success. It is in life's greatest challenges that we discover our true strength and resilience. Someone in our online community recently reached out to us and asked, ‘Do you ever struggle?’. It is imp...2023-09-0521 minLife's a Tripp22. What Could You Live Without?Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What could you live without?Today, we are diving back into the topic of minimalism. Minimalizing the amount of things we have has played a huge role in creating room for things that matter more to us. It has created more freedom to travel and spend quality time with family.That storage unit or room in your house is likely a burden to you. There is a balance between keeping...2023-08-2931 minLife's a Tripp21. A Back to School Pep TalkClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Are you feeling a little extra weight on your shoulders with this upcoming school year?Whatever schooling looks like for you this year - we hope this episode will uplift you and encourage you in the thick of it. There are so many schooling options out there, and guess what? - There’s no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’.Each decision we make as parents leads to a different path, and there are lesson...2023-08-2220 minLife's a Tripp20. Europe Unfiltered: Straight from Our Little TravelersClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What are our kids’ thoughts on traveling?Last week, you got to hear Ry and I talk about our travel experiences, but what about our kids? Today, we have our two oldest daughters on the show to answer some of the most asked questions our community had for them.From meeting friends to sleeping arrangements, the girls will share some of the most favorite and least favorite things about our li...2023-08-1531 minLife's a Tripp19. Live from Europe: Travel Talk with Ry and ShanClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.When you travel - do you like to plan ahead or take it one day at a time?We’ve found that a mix of the two that works for us. We like to plan a loose itinerary but leave some wiggle room. Our trip has been great so far, and now we are headed to Switzerland! During our trip, we’ve learned a lot about European culture and enjoye...2023-08-0830 minLife's a Tripp18. Our Best Tips for Traveling with KidsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Have you ever been nervous about traveling with your kids?Over the last couple of years, we have grown so passionate about traveling. While we’ve learned a lot about how to make traveling with kids go more smoothly, it was super intimidating in the beginning. We wanted to record this episode to share some of our favorite tips and tricks with you!We’ll share about how we’v...2023-08-0122 minLife's a Tripp17. The Power in Making Time to SweatClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you ever struggle to find time to work out?The benefits of working out extend far beyond just physical fitness. Exercise has a huge impact on our mental, emotional, and overall well-being. In this episode, we will share with you the various reasons why working out is so important, encourage you to prioritize physical activity and unlock a healthier, happier version of yourself.Finding time...2023-07-2533 minLife's a Tripp16. Our Morning Routine + The Big FiveClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you have a morning routine?The way we start our day sets the tone for the rest of it. Our morning routine can significantly impact our overall mood, productivity, and mindset throughout the day. We’ve found that intentionally creating a morning routine that nourishes our mind, body, and soul makes a huge impact on our lives.Finding our routine took well calculated time and ef...2023-07-1829 minLife's a Tripp15. Love From Afar: Maintaining Family RelationshipsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Are you close with your family?One of the most frequent questions we get about moving away from home is - ‘How did you handle moving away from family?’When we moved to Hawaii, it was the biggest, hardest, scariest thing we had ever done. We are close with our families, and we were now moving across the ocean. With this decision came the responsibility to be e...2023-07-1126 minLife's a Tripp14. Create More Freedom in Your LifeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What does freedom mean to you?At its core, freedom is the ability to make choices and pursue your own path in life. Over the last few years, we’ve exercised our freedom in many ways, and it’s been an incredible blessing to our family. Life is not a one size fits all. If you’re feeling trapped in your circumstances, it’s never too late to m...2023-07-0419 minLife's a Tripp13. Screen Usage, Screen Time, and Getting Outside to Explore the World!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How do you handle screen time in your home?Let’s face it - screens aren’t going away. We live in a day and age where screens are everywhere. But here’s the thing - they don’t have to rule our family’s lives. While not all screen time is ‘bad,’ it’s important to understand the development of our children’s brains and how time on the scr...2023-06-2725 minLife's a Tripp12. Talking about MONEY: Using it to Accomplish Your DreamsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What dreams do you have?In today’s episode, Shannon and Ryan share about money and how it can be used to accomplish your dreams. So often, people get stuck in a mindset that their dreams and goals are not attainable. The reality is that God wants you to live an abundant life, and your plans are on the other side of obedience.We live in a world of endless opportunities. There ar...2023-06-2031 minLife's a Tripp11. You Are Your Child’s Best Teacher: Why We HomeschoolClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you desire to homeschool but aren’t sure where to start?When we started our homeschool journey, it was an easy decision.. we were moving away, so the timing made sense. However, the desire had been placed in Shannon’s heart years prior to this.Making the decision to jump into homeschooling can be scary. Don’t let the fear of the unknown cause you to doubt your ability. We love our ki...2023-06-1322 minLife's a Tripp10. Know Exactly What To Do: The Day My Son ChokedClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.I know it's awful to imagine anyone choking —especially our precious little ones. But it happens to families every single day, just like it happened to us.We were at a restaurant when our nine-month-old son choked. As a pediatric ER nurse, I’ve held too many moms who have said, “If only I would have known,” As a mom, I could have lost my own son if I wouldn’t have known what...2023-06-0621 minLife's a Tripp9. Small Steps, Great Change: Experiencing AfricaClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.For every 15 people in Zambia, 1 is an orphaned child.As a result, millions of children are vulnerable to abuse, neglect, malnutrition, and death. You may already know we partnered with My Medic to create a First Aid Kit. A portion of the sales from the kit goes to Mothers Without Borders, an organization that protects and empowers these vulnerable children.This partnership allowed u...2023-05-3132 minLife's a Tripp8. Maximizing Life By Minimizing ThingsClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.What is consuming most of your energy?Think back to when you moved into your home. You were probably so excited, buying things to fill your home and decorate. But then the years went on, and more things kept piling in and taking more and more space. It happens to all of us if we’re not careful. Our homes quickly become overfilled with ‘stuff,’ and rather than bringing us joy, it brings us stress...2023-05-2329 minLife's a Tripp7. Raising Great Humans: Take the Kids With YouClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Have you ever missed out on pursuing something you really wanted to do because you hesitated to bring the kids along?Whether it's attending a glamorous event or simply going out for dinner, it's understandable that the thought of taking the kids can be daunting. It requires extra effort, additional time, and their behavior can be unpredictable.But what if you decide to push through and take them with you?...2023-05-1624 minLife's a Tripp6. Raising Healthy Kids: It Starts in the HomeClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you prioritize healthy eating habits in your home?Healthy habits start in the home. When we prioritize healthy habits in our kids at a young age, we are setting up generations to come for success. So how do we instill these healthy habits?If you aren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you! In today’s episode, Shannon and Ryan share some of their favori...2023-05-0930 minLife's a Tripp5. Why Dating Your Spouse MattersClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How often do you date your spouse?Shannon recently shared a poll on Instagram, and the results were eye-opening. When she posted the question, “How often do you date your spouse?” 9% answered “weekly,” 23% said “monthly,” 29% indicated “every few months,” and a whopping 39% responded with “What’s a date night?”.To follow up with the results of the first poll, Shannon posted another one asking what obstacles were in the way of having more frequent...2023-05-0229 minLife's a Tripp4. Breaking the Cycle: No More Rat RaceClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Do you ever feel stuck in a cycle? Do you feel like there is something more?The decision for Shannon and Ryan to quit their jobs and move away from family and friends did not come easy. But ultimately, after much discussion and prayer, they knew it was what they were meant to do. They made the conscious decision to live life on their terms and then made the changes necessary for i...2023-04-2727 minLife's a Tripp3. A Shift in Parenting PerspectiveClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.How will you slow down and silence the noise of life?Undoubtedly, our culture pushes busyness and productivity over just about everything else.Amidst our daily duties and obligations, it's all too easy to lose sight of what's truly important.Today, Shannon and Ryan emphasize the value of slowing down and savoring time with our children. In contrast to society's message that we need to do and buy more for...2023-04-2522 minLife's a Tripp2. What if We Sold It All?Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.As Shannon and Ryan decided to make a significant change in their lives, they began taking action steps to make it all a reality. Today they share how they walked through the decision-making process, what it felt like to break the news to their families, and the practical steps they took as they stepped into their new endeavor.How can this relate to you?Choosing to live life differently can m...2023-04-2035 minLife's a Tripp1. Our Story: If It’s on Your Heart, Chase ItClick to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Welcome to Life’s a Tripp!Have you ever felt unsettled in life? Like there might be more to life than what you’re currently living, but you just don’t know what needs to change?Today, Shannon and Ryan share a pivotal season in their lives. It came at a time when they were doing everything they thought they were supposed to do according to the American Dream. They had gotten marrie...2023-04-2024 minLife's a TrippWelcome to Life's a Tripp!Click to text us a QUESTION to be answered on the show! Please share your name and where you are from.Welcome to Life's a Tripp. We are Shan and Ryan Tripp.We are just a couple of small-town kids who fell quickly in love and couldn’t wait to do this life together! We started having kids, were both working in healthcare and bought our first house right down the road from family… life was great - but something was missing.We were happy and b...2023-03-2903 min
Streaming Things - A "The Last of Us" PodcastThe Rings of Power Season 1 MAILBAG!Chris, Andy, and Steve answer listener emails for The Rings of Power!WE HAVE A PATREON!WE HAVE MERCH!Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...Chester Copperpot, Jade, Jillian MorganAaron Layton, Adam Horne, Andrew Gray, Casey McCain, Crystal Trujillo, Jen Robinson, John Collins, Kalesha...2022-10-2654 minStreaming Things - A "The Last of Us" PodcastThe House of the Dragon Episode 10: The Black QueenChris, Andy, and Steve sit down to catch episode 10 of The House of the Dragon - The Black Queen!Time Codes00:04:08 - Overall Thoughts00:14:44 - Episode Recap01:13:35 - Dragon Eggs01:20:05 - Valyrian Steels01:29:38 - Mummer's DragonsWE HAVE A PATREON!WE HAVE MERCH!Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us all on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.@moviesRtherapy for Chris.@andymostdays for Andy.@stevemay13 for Steve.This month Streaming Things i...2022-10-241h 36