One of the bonuses for anyone who preorders my book is the chapter (booklet?) about parenting in a pandemic. It's longer than a chapter. I had a lot to say. I talk about the psychological effects, the startling shared experience of teaching our kids at home, and the continued need to let ourselves off the hook in this unique period in time. I'm sharing today because IT IS THE LAST DAY TO GET THIS. My book launches tomorrow, but if you buy it today, you get this chapter as a digital . . .
The reality of white privilege
I'm usually not one to dwell on negative comments here but I wanted to address this one because I think it's important. I used to bristle at the term "white privilege" too. I did a lot of reading and learning, and I shared some of that in my book ((which you can order here) and wanted to share some of that here, for anyone struggling with this idea. Here's an excerpt: "I initially heard the phrase “white privilege” in my twenties. I didn’t like it. How could I be privileged? I paid . . .
Black Voices Who Have Shaped Us + Redefining “Perfect” with Glennon Doyle | Selfie Episode 131
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Kristen and Roo are talking about the murder of George Floyd and learning to be better allies, and are sharing some of the black voices that have helped shape their views. We are also talking with Glennon Doyle about letting go of expectations and redefining "perfect", and her new book Untamed. In this episode we talk about: The Condemnation of Blackness: Race, Crime, and the Making of Modern Urban America, With a New . . .
That’s What SHE Said with Glennon Doyle, author of Untamed
Glennon and I are chatting about rewriting the narrative around "perfection", parenting in a pandemic, and more. You can find Glennon's book here and Rage Against the Minivan here. . . .
Living with Uncertainty and Letting Go of Outcomes with Brit Barron | Selfie Episode 130
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We talk with Brit Barron about learning to live with fear and uncertainty, and letting go of the need to control outcomes. Kristen and Roo discuss the things they’ve let go of during quarantine, and how priorities have shifted. In this episode we also talk about: Worth It: Overcome Your Fears and Embrace the Life You Were Made For Swaddle Designs Face Masks (kid sizes and designs) Dead to Me Lauren . . .
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room around churches and reopening: money
Let's talk about the elephant in the room around churches and reopening: money. Churches are struggling because people many folks only tithe in person. When the offering plate isn't passed, there isn't money to pay staff, rent, bills, etc. So churches are feeling desperate. And they aren't necessarily desperate because they are greedy. (I mean, some are.) But most churches are desperate because, like so many other businesses affected right now, they are having to make really hard decisions. Like . . .
That’s what SHE Said With Brit Barron
Brit and I are chatting about how we learned to overcome fear and let go of trying to control outcomes, Our stories are different, but Brit and I had very parallel journeys of finding freedom from trying to please others. If that's been a struggle for you I think you will love this chat (and both of our books!) You can find Brit's book here and Rage Against the Minivan here. . . .
Pre-Order Bonuses for Rage Against the Minivan
We've got some great bonuses for anyone who pre-orders Rage Against the Minivan. If you have not yet pre-ordered, here's a list of places you can buy the book. AN AUTOGRAPHED BOOKPLATE We can't do signed books right now (thanks coronavirus) but I've got some very classy bookplates that you can affix to your book, which is pretty darn close. I will sign it and dedicate it to you, your mom, your ex . . . whoever you want. And I will write the inscription of your choice. I might regret . . .
That’s What SHE Said with Jamie Wright
Jamie and I are chatting about having major shifts in our views of missions work, the problem with Christian code-speak, learning to find our own voice, and divorce after 20+ years of marriage. You can find Jamie's book here: . And Rage Against the Minivan here. . . .
How To Get Kids to Clean + Chatting Divorce with Jamie Wright | Selfie Episode 129
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We are discussing strategies for keeping the house clean, if that's important to you, including how to get kids to help. We talk with Jamie Wright about divorce after a long marriage. And BJ shares help for ongoing anxiety in the midst of a pandemic. In this episode we also talk about: The Circle Home Internet Monitor The Half of It on Netflix Buy Nothing Group R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo . . .
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