190. Helping Kids Thrive in Mind, Body, and Spirit (with Jodi Mockabee)

Today’s guest is Jodi Mockabee, author of the book The Whole and Healthy Family: Helping Your Kids Thrive in Mind, Body, and Spirit! I love how Jodi addresses things holistically and has so much wisdom and experience to bring to the table.

Jodi is the mother of five children ranging from the age of ten to sixteen, and she bases the book on all of that experience that she had, capturing parenting methods that have worked for her as well as ones that haven’t worked so well.

She discusses her childhood and how it impacted her family life now, how to let go as a mom and let your kids be as independent as possible, how to be minimalist and efficient even if you have people in your family who like to hold onto things, what it means for parenting to go through different seasons, the importance of accountability, and so more!

Jodi has so much experience with motherhood and therefore has so much advice and wisdom to share, so I am grateful for her contributing her time to the show and hope that you find it helpful! Be sure to pick up her book, especially since it is set up in a really practical way that makes it easy for busy moms to read!

In This Episode

[00:35] - I introduce today’s guest, Jodi Mockabee!

[01:41] - Jodi shares some information about herself with the audience.

[03:15] - What was Jodi’s childhood like, and how did it impact her family lifestyle now?

[05:26] - Jodi discusses wanting her kids to be as independent as possible.

[07:30] - Jodi gives advice on how to teach your children to be more independent.

[09:15] - Learn about how Jodi makes accommodations for her son on the spectrum.

[11:32] - Jodi elaborates upon how she has made dishes more efficient.

[14:29] - Discover how to strive for efficiency while also addressing children’s needs.

[17:15] - Jodi addresses how to be minimalist with family members who want to keep things.

[20:03] - How has Jodi helped her family moderate their diets?

[22:52] - Hear about one of Jodi’s biggest pet peeves.