#1229: Emotions
Dealing with emotions can be difficult … for all of us. But for your young son, feeling frustrated, disappointed, or jealous can be all-consuming. Here are some steps you can take to help your son work through his feelin…
Raising Godly Boys Minute
Finding your footing as a parent or mentor to a boy can feel like navigating uncharted wilderness. Raising Godly Boys Minute, from Trail Life USA, offers a daily compass for that journey, packed into just sixty seconds. Each brief episode acknowledges the very real tension that comes with raising boys-that mix of fear and pride when you see them drawn to adventure and testing their limits. Instead of seeing that inherent drive for risk and excitement as a problem, this podcast explores it as a foundational part of how boys are designed, offering practical perspective on channeling that energy with purpose. The archive is filled with concise, thought-provoking insights aimed at equipping you to guide a son, grandson, or young man in your care. It’s not about quick fixes, but about building a framework of character, faith, and resilience one minute at a time. Tuning into this daily podcast provides a moment of reflection and actionable encouragement, helping you move from anxiety to intentionality as you nurture the boy in your life toward becoming a man of strong, godly character.
Episodes
#1228: Busy Isn't Bad
What if there are benefits to keeping your son busy? Children and teens are spending more time in front of screens than ever before, and their mental and physical health is suffering for it. But instead of focusing on ge…
#1227: Boys Are Alright
“The kids are alright” was an iconic rock song by the Who. But unfortunately that phrase no longer rings true when it comes to young men in our society. Boys today are struggling with rising rates of depression and anxie…
#1226: Angers Root
This parenting tip may surprise you. When your son is struggling with anger, your instinct may be to address his behavior. But did you know that, in boys, anger is often just a mask for a much deeper issue? Child develop…
#1225: Splurge Outing
Going to theme parks and ball games with the family isn’t cheap, and requires parents to say “No” to souvenirs, snacks, and other requests. That’s okay. Boys need to learn moderation and the value of a buck. But let’s sa…
#1224: Poster Board Stash
Next time you’re at Wal-Mart or Hobby Lobby, spend about twenty bucks on a nice set of colored markers and a half dozen assorted poster boards. Then stash them in secret at home. In the next year or so, your son is going…
#1223: Honor Apologies
Most of the time when your son messes up, he knows it. He has instant regrets. But it’s not easy to apologize. Guilt, ego, and fear get in the way. He may feel unworthy of your love and forgiveness. Consider the Prodigal…
#1222: Embroidary Medaphor
When your son starts questioning why God sometimes doesn’t make sense, turn to Isaiah 55 and explain that God’s thoughts are “higher” than ours. Then, if you can, pull a cross stitch or embroidery off the wall. Turn that…
#1221: Flipping Technology
The best way to stay one step ahead of the latest technology might be … to ask your son! Whether he’s 9 or 19, there’s a good chance he knows more than you. Do a bit of research about emerging technologies in gaming and…
#1220: World View Sources
Initially, a boy’s worldview comes from Mom and Dad. Beginning around the age of 4 or 5—no matter what you have planned for his schooling—he will begin to learn things from other avenues. Cool, fun stuff. And maybe dange…
