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The Solo Parent podcast is hosted by author and founder Robert Beeson to help single parents raise healthy kids, and grow themselves through conversations with other parents who have walked, or are still walking the 'Solo Parent’ path. Plus experts on the things that Solo Parents face the most. The mission of Solo Parent is to provide the resources, community, and support that enables a single-parent to discover whole-heart wellness so that their family can thrive.

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    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 102 Ratings

The Solo Parent podcast is hosted by author and founder Robert Beeson to help single parents raise healthy kids, and grow themselves through conversations with other parents who have walked, or are still walking the 'Solo Parent’ path. Plus experts on the things that Solo Parents face the most. The mission of Solo Parent is to provide the resources, community, and support that enables a single-parent to discover whole-heart wellness so that their family can thrive.

    It Takes A Village

    It Takes A Village

    Parenting is probably the biggest responsibility we’ll ever have, and solo parenting may be one of the biggest challenges we’ll ever face. Having a village of people supporting us on our best days and loving us on our worst days is paramount and the concept sounds great, but how do we go about building a village?
    Today, we cover three main points: 
    1) The meaning and purpose of a village
    2) How to build a village
    3) Roadblocks to villages
    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog
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    • 35 min
    The Story of Solo Parent

    The Story of Solo Parent

    Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible

    Single Parent Day is in just a few days, on March 21st. For this episode, we wanted to do something special for our solos—and it just so happens that a lot of listeners have been asking us to tell the origin story of Solo Parent.

    This week we talked to Robert, Amber, and Elizabeth about how Solo Parent came into being. For this conversation, we also welcome back Kimberly Mitchell. Kim is a familiar voice from our podcast and played an instrumental part in the Solo Parent Story.

    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog

    —> ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing, or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!

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    • 52 min
    Getting Out of Bed When You Don't Have What It Takes w/ Dr. Alan Noble

    Getting Out of Bed When You Don't Have What It Takes w/ Dr. Alan Noble

    Every morning, we wake up and we have to decide: Are we going to get out of bed…or not? There are days when it all feels like too much; the trials and tribulations of this world seem insurmountable and the lure of staying in bed and hiding from everything and everyone looks like the only solution. Every solo parent has experienced this feeling of overwhelm and knows… we still have to do it. Our kids are depending on us. Their world can’t run without us. So, how do we get out of bed when we feel like we don’t have what it takes?     
    Our guest today is Dr. Alan Noble, an associate professor at Oklahoma Baptist University, and co-founder and editor-in-chief at Christ and Pop Culture. He has written for the Atlantic, Vox, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and First Things. He is the author of multiple books including the one we’re discussing today—” On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living.”
    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog
    —> ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing, or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!
    Receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info, and a free book.
    Join our FREE daily meditational devotional - pod.link/1517894054
    Download our free app - APPLE | ANDROID
    Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible

    • 44 min
    How to Tell if Our Kids are Okay w/ Kyle Cruze

    How to Tell if Our Kids are Okay w/ Kyle Cruze

    One of the most heart-wrenching parts of parenting is seeing our kids struggle. When our child is dealing with physical pain, we rush to their aid and see what we can do to help. Even if they insist they’re fine, you know a broken bone when you see it. But, mental health is altogether different. While mental illness can and does present itself physically, so much anxiety and depression happens inside the mind. Mental health is a serious topic, that thankfully has become more widely talked about and acknowledged in recent years. We often feel helpless or unsure of what to do when our child is mentally struggling—especially as solo parents. How do we effectively help our kids deal with anxiety or depression in a healthy way? How can we tell if our kids are okay? 
    Our guest today is Kyle Cruze. Kyle is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Tennessee. His passion and expertise are with adolescent/teenage boys and their families who are struggling to navigate through the difficult and confusing aspects of this culture and life. Additionally, Kyle works closely with those recovering from alcohol/drug addiction. Kyle practices out of The Counseling Center at Christ Community Church in Franklin, TN. 
    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog
    —> ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing, or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!
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    • 48 min
    Does Love Feel the Same the Second Time Around?

    Does Love Feel the Same the Second Time Around?

    Falling in love after loss or a failed relationship is not for the faint of heart. Any solo parent knows life is already overwhelming—and to add a romantic element into the mix can feel risky. Love the first time around is often when you’re young, inexperienced with the world, and marked with abandon, and recklessness. Does love feel the same the second time around?
    Today, we cover three main points: 
    1. The experience: How love feels and is experienced post-loss or post-growth. 
    2. The person: You’re in a relationship with a completely different person, and you’ve also changed as a person. 
    3. Your former spouse: The coexistence of your love for your former spouse and your love for the next person.
 
    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog
    —> ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing, or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!
    Receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info, and a free book.
    Join our FREE daily meditational devotional - pod.link/1517894054
    Download our free app - APPLE | ANDROID

    • 41 min
    Is It Love or Is It Codependency?

    Is It Love or Is It Codependency?

    If we’re honest, we need to admit we often don’t know what healthy love looks like. Codependency can often feel like love. So, how can we tell the difference between love and codependency?
    Today, we cover three main points: 
    1) What is codependency?
    2) What is a healthy connection? 
    3) How to set healthy limits 
    For all the detailed show notes, tips and links visit soloparent.org/show-notes-blog
    —> ASK US ANYTHING! We want to answer any Solo Parent questions you may have. Go to SoloParent.org/TalkToUs and ask us anything…it can be related to a topic we cover on the podcast, something you are facing, or just something you are curious about. We want you to be part of our podcast!
    Receive a free SPS Welcome Toolkit with links to groups, info, and a free book.
    Join our FREE daily meditational devotional - pod.link/1517894054
    Download our free app - APPLE | ANDROID

    • 44 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
102 Ratings

102 Ratings

love th bible ,

Dr. John Delony episode was so insightful!!!

Please bring Dr. John Delony back on. This was such an insightful episode especially with the fire alarm analogy!

BS897 ,

So helpful!

Love this podcast so much. So thankful for finding it in this season I am. It encourages me and reminds me I am not alone and that others are going through similar journeys. Also it gives me hope for a brighter future. Can’t wait for Mondays.

cmodrisc ,

Best way to start my week!

I love this podcast and this ministry. My favorite part is waiting to hear what outrageous example Robert Beeson uses as a reason to bring up the show notes.

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