In this High Performance Parenting episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis unpack how to build and maintain real connection in your marriage and family—even when emotions run high or opinions clash.
Through biblical wisdom, practical tools, and their own stories, they reveal how God’s design for covenant love keeps families strong, secure, and united.
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00:00 – Welcome & funny family intro (Abby’s new puppy story)
01:00 – Why connection is the real goal in marriage and parenting
03:30 – The difference between business, financial, and marriage goals
04:45 – The “binary choice” of connection vs. distance
06:00 – Breaking unhealthy habits of emotional disconnection
07:20 – When one spouse wants connection and the other doesn’t
08:10 – Modeling healthy conflict and forgiveness for your kids
09:30 – How arguments can actually strengthen family trust
10:50 – The covenant of connection vs. the covenant of relationship
11:45 – Teaching kids it’s okay to disagree—without disconnecting
12:30 – Why connection takes consistent, intentional work
13:45 – Building godly strategies for reconnection
14:30 – Final thoughts: choosing covenant love every day
In this heartfelt episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about the unseen pressures parents carry—especially dads who feel the constant weight to protect and provide.
They discuss the difference between healthy responsibility and toxic guilt, how God’s design actually relieves pressure, and why giving your kids a childhood full of peace is one of the greatest gifts you can offer.
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Questions: How do you share the load as a couple?
00:00 – Welcome back to Part 3: Managing Guilt & Stress
00:30 – Greg shares the “protector’s pressure” dads feel daily
01:15 – The never-ending need to provide and how it shapes men
03:00 – Financial and emotional realities of raising six kids
05:00 – Why saying “no” is hard for parents who want to give
07:00 – Balancing work, kids, and mental breaks
08:15 – Jacquie’s praise for Greg’s covering & God’s design for family order
09:00 – The unseen load of fatherhood and gratitude in marriage
11:00 – Funny story: their kids realizing how blessed they are
13:00 – Letting kids be kids—and why that’s biblical
14:00 – Final thoughts: trading guilt for grace
Parent guilt doesn’t define you — God’s grace does.
In this heartfelt follow-up episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis dive deeper into what it means to release guilt, comparison, and unrealistic expectations in parenting. They discuss the importance of supporting one another as husband and wife, finding replenishment, and learning to parent from peace — not pressure.
You’ll also hear practical, faith-centered advice on how to:
✨ Recognize and overcome comparison traps
✨ Honor God’s unique design for your family
✨ Build emotional health and balance as parents
✨ Create peace through communication and unity
✨ Find your identity in God, not in perfection
📖 “You were handpicked by God for your children.”
Let this episode remind you that you are called, capable, and chosen for your family — just as you are.
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Parent guilt is real — but it’s not God’s design. In this heartfelt episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about their own struggles with guilt, stress, and balance as parents. From mom guilt to emotional burnout, they unpack the truth about how men and women are wired differently by God—and how understanding that design leads to peace, grace, and strength in the parenting journey.
You’ll hear practical ways to release guilt, set healthy boundaries, and let faith lead the way as you raise your family in today’s world.
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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Greg Francis sits down with his daughters to unpack what true discipline and mindset look like — both in sports and in life. From varsity golf lessons to real talk about frustration, failure, and teamwork, this episode shows how daily consistency and faith shape champions from the inside out.
They discuss the difference between distress and eustress, the importance of structure and choice, and why discipline isn’t punishment — it’s preparation.
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In this inspiring episode of Redwood Parenting, Greg Francis sits down with his triplet daughters to unpack what it really takes to develop a champion mindset — on and off the course. From varsity golf pressure to emotional control, the family dives into what happens when you let your thoughts define your performance.
They explore the difference between distress and eustress, how to build mental resilience, and why excellence is a process — not a result. Whether your child is an athlete, musician, or student, this conversation will help you guide them toward emotional stability, confidence, and daily excellence.
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Join Greg and Jacquie Francis — a powerful conversation about building unity, joy, and intentional connection within the family.
From board games and art fairs to serving together and leading with love, Greg and Jacquie share practical ways to help your children learn how to support, encourage, and celebrate each other.
They also open up about the importance of discipling kids, guiding them toward maturity, and creating a home culture that reflects love, respect, and teamwork.
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In this inspiring episode, Greg and Jacquie Francis share how to intentionally shape what your family is known for — through consistent training, love, and biblical standards.
They reveal how everyday preparation and modeling faith can raise kids who carry confidence, respect, and godly character into every space they enter.
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In this heartfelt family episode, the Francis family celebrates Jacquie’s birthday — and with it, the deeper values of faith, service, and togetherness that shape their home. From morning traditions to meaningful words of affirmation, Greg and the kids share what makes Jacquie such an anchor of grace and joy in their lives.
🎧 Key Takeaways:
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In this heartfelt episode of the High Performance Parenting, Jacquie and Greg Francis close their Identity Series by revealing one of the most powerful tools in Christian parenting — speaking God’s Word over your kids.
They share personal stories of reading daily identity prayers aloud, declaring scripture over each of their children, and watching those words come to life years later. Through faith, consistency, and intentional parenting, they show how parents can shape their children’s spiritual foundation one declaration at a time.
💡 Key Takeaways:
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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Jacquie and Greg Francis dive deep into the power of prayer, declarations, and speaking truth over your children. They share how praying daily—backed by scripture—can transform your family’s identity, protect against negative influences, and align your home with God’s promises.
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In this episode of the High Performance Parenting, Jacquie and Greg Francis tackle one of the most critical topics for today’s families: raising kids who know who they are before the world tells them otherwise.
From teachers’ careless words to the constant noise of social media, children are bombarded with voices that can shape their identity—for better or worse. Jacquie and Greg share personal stories, the importance of intentional parenting, and practical steps parents can take to speak life into their kids and ground them in truth.
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In this uplifting episode, Jacquie and her kids — Druce, Elli, and Huntter — share how their cross-country journey became more than just a sport. Through disappointments, breakthroughs, and encouragement, they discovered the importance of discipline, perseverance, and living out God’s mission in every race.
👉 Key Takeaways:
This is more than just about sports — it’s about raising kids who run with excellence, faith, and purpose.
📖 “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” – Colossians 3:23
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In this special episode of the High Performance Parenting, Jacquie Francis sits down with his kids to share a simple but powerful project that transformed the way their siblings connected with each other.
The family discovered that while some kids naturally bonded with certain siblings, others were left out. To change this, Greg challenged each child to write down activities they enjoy with every sibling—and then go do them! The results brought more peace, fun, and intentional connection into their home.
👉 Key Takeaways:
If you want a more peaceful home where your kids truly enjoy each other, this episode is packed with encouragement and practical wisdom.
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In this heartfelt episode of the High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share how they’ve intentionally built a family culture where siblings stay close, support each other, and genuinely enjoy life together.
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If you dream of raising kids who are more than siblings—who grow up as friends—this episode is for you.
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In this powerful episode of the High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share a candid story about navigating Montessori schooling, learning when to say “no,” and protecting their kids’ hearts above all else.
👉 Key takeaways include:
If you’ve ever felt the tension between school rules and what you know is best for your child, this episode will encourage and equip you to stand strong.
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🎙️ In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis open up about why their family doesn’t celebrate Halloween—and what they do instead. From protecting kids from fear-filled media to creating joyful, faith-centered alternatives, this conversation is packed with practical strategies for parents who want to raise strong, godly children in a culture that often goes the opposite way.
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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis take a hard look at Halloween and the traditions surrounding it. While they both celebrated Halloween as kids, their journey of faith led them to reconsider what this holiday represents for their family.
They share why they chose not to celebrate Halloween with their six kids, the biblical convictions that shaped their decision, and how they created life-giving alternatives that honor God while keeping family fun alive.
Key Takeaways:
If you’ve wrestled with the question of whether to celebrate Halloween, this episode will encourage and equip you to make intentional choices for your family.
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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Greg and Jacquie Francis tackle one of the most controversial parenting questions: Should families celebrate Halloween? 🎃👨👩👧👦
They share their childhood memories, how their faith shaped their family’s decisions, and why establishing strong, faith-centered “normals” is vital in today’s world. Whether your family embraces Halloween, avoids it, or is still figuring it out, this episode will encourage you to make intentional, faith-driven choices that align with your values.
👉 Key Takeaways:
If you want to raise kids who stand strong in their faith—even in a culture that celebrates fear—this conversation is for you.
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In this episode of the Redwood Parenting Podcast, Jacquie and Greg Francis open up about the journey that led them to create a coaching and parenting movement rooted in faith, family, and legacy.
From overcoming dysfunction and breaking free from victimhood, to raising kids who are confident, responsible, and faith-driven—this conversation is filled with wisdom for parents who want to leave a lasting impact on their children and future generations.
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