In this honest and hilarious episode, Nathan and Willow sit down to unpack a week packed with real-life parenting chaos, spiritual growth, and hard conversations about priorities in marriage. From navigating kids' gymnastics to revisiting Father’s Day traditions, this episode explores the power of sacrifice, stewarding your family well, and what it takes to align vision as a couple.
They also dive into big-picture thinking inspired by the book 10X Is Easier Than 2X, discussing what it really means to make space for your dreams—and each other—by letting go of distractions, clutter, and even...sourdough.
Whether you're juggling CE credits, dog decisions, or dinner plans—this one’s for the couple trying to grow together without losing themselves.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
🎯 Parenting decisions that reveal your child’s unique giftings
🍼 Reflections on baby dedications and the role of spiritual stewardship
👨👩👧 Celebrating (and critiquing) Father’s Day in today’s culture
📚 Willow’s CE procrastination saga and the stress of deadlines
📖 Big takeaways from 10X Is Easier Than 2X—and why they matter in marriage
🧠 How to think bigger together as a couple
🍞 Nathan’s announcement about stepping back from sourdough
🐶 The (almost) decision to adopt two dogs and what it taught them
🧹 Decluttering life to make space for connection and growth
🔥 Episode Highlights & Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & Word Vomit
Why they never know what day it is—and that’s okay.
03:00 – Kid Sports & Identity
Gymnastics, “said child,” and learning to evaluate your kids’ gifts with grace.
09:00 – Baby Dedication Reflections
Stewardship, fear, and surrendering your children to God.
13:30 – Father’s Day Feels
Why Nathan has mixed emotions about Father's Day—and the culture that shaped that.
20:20 – CE Crunch Time
Willow’s procrastination confession + how couples support each other during stress.
26:00 – 10X Is Easier Than 2X
How the book sparked vision conversations—and why sacrifice is key to growth.
35:00 – What Are You Willing to Give Up?
From sourdough to screen time, the couple talks about what they’re cutting for a better future.
43:00 – The Almost-Dog Decision
The heart vs. the vision—saying no for the sake of alignment.
50:00 – Marriage Mission Check
Staying on the same page, focusing your energy, and why "together" always wins.
Key Themes:
Marriage growth • Parenting choices • Stewardship • Sacrifice • Alignment in marriage • Vision • Family leadership • Minimalism • Humor