Welcome back, Feels Family! In this heartfelt episode, Johnny and Lisa dive deep into the real-life journey of blending families and the world of step-parenting. It's a special episode, very close to their hearts, and something that truly defines them. 🌟

They get real about:

• Why blended families are more common nowadays.
  
  
• The "Question of the Day": What's the biggest piece of advice for someone about to become a stepparent?
  
  
• The significance of children picking up on energy and authenticity.
  
  
• Teaching children about healthy relationships through your own actions.
  
  
• The different dynamics of co-parenting versus situations where one biological parent isn't present.
  
  
• The importance of transparency, communication, and putting the child's feelings first in co-parenting.
  
  
• Navigating boundaries and respecting the other biological parent's role.
  
  
• Personal stories and surprising adjustments when blending their own families.
  
  
• The joys and fulfillment step-parenting brings, like watching your influence positively shape a child.
  
  
• How step-parenting reaffirms that family isn't always about blood.
  
  
• Creating new family traditions and the importance of shared experiences.
  
  

PLUS: Special shoutouts to our sponsor OuLa-Lade Lemonade 🍋 and a sweet, unexpected visit from Maya!

✨ Question of the Episode (from us to you!): What are some challenges and joys you've experienced as a step parent or as a blended family? Drop your answers in the comments below! ✨

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Welcome back, Feels Family! In this episode, Johnny sits down with a very special guest, Lass Shellz, the man, the myth, the legend behind the incredible OuLa-Lade Lemonade! 🌟 Get ready to be inspired as they dive deep into the journey of an entrepreneur.

They get real about:

- The passion and hard work behind building a beloved brand from the ground up.
- Balancing the demands of a growing business with being a parent and partner.
- The origin story of OuLa-Lade: from kitchen experiments to a community favorite.
- Personal stories of perseverance, trial-and-error, and those "aha!" moments.
- How community support and genuine connections can fuel your dreams.
- The transition from music to new ventures and finding purpose in different passions.

PLUS: Hear all about the different OuLa-Lade flavors, where you can find them, and the importance of communication in making it all work. And yes, plenty of love for our official drink sponsor, OuLa-Lade Lemonade! 🍋

✨ Question of the Episode:
For all the parents and dream chasers out there: How do you find that sweet (and sometimes sour) balance between pursuing your passions and being present for your family? Drop your best tips, funny stories, or hard-earned lessons in the comments below! ✨

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Welcome back, Feels Family! (Or should we say, "All the Feelers" in the crowd! 😉) In Episode 6, Johnny and Lisa are here to help you navigate one of life's toughest challenges: dealing with difficult people — without losing your mind! 🤯

They get real about:

• 🎉 Celebrating a podcasting milestone: making it past 90% of all podcasts!
• 🤔 Identifying the type of difficult person you're encountering (are they just having a bad day, or is it a recurring toxic pattern?).
• 🛡️ Why setting boundaries is crucial for protecting your peace.
• 💔 Understanding the unhealed trauma or insecurities that might be behind difficult behavior.
• 😒 How to handle those "Debbie Downers" and chronic "glass half empty" types.
• 🧘🏽‍♀️ The power of empathy, emotional discipline, and managing your own reactions.
• 🤝 When to offer support, when to check in, and when to distance yourself.
• 🌱 How these challenging interactions can actually lead to personal growth and resilience.
• 🗣️ The importance of self-awareness and taking accountability for our own difficult moments.

PLUS: Special shoutouts to our amazing sponsor OuLa-Lade Lemonade (the best lemonade, made with love! 🍋) and a couple of appearances from the podcast cat! 🐾

✨ Question of the Week (straight from Johnny & Lisa to you!): ✨ What are some strategies YOU use for dealing with difficult people? What challenges have you faced in those situations? Share your experiences with us on all of our socials and drop your answers in the comments below!

💛 If you enjoyed the episode and are ready to handle those tricky encounters with more confidence, don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with someone who needs these insights! Keep feeling, keep sharing, and keep it real within the feels! 💛