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What if you could turn powerful life lessons into stories your kids will love—and beg to read again and again? Better yet? What if you could vote which are created?

In this special edition of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin, children’s book illustrator, author, podcaster, and coach takes big ideas from her recent conversation with Jonathan Fanning and kid-sizes them into three brand-new picture book concepts. These stories are designed to help kids grow courage, resilience, and connection in simple, playful ways.

You’ll hear about:

1. Brave and Daring Day

2. Happen to the World, Maya

3. The Listening Minute

Now it’s your turn, parents! Which book should become a reality? 🎉

Head over to Dori’s Facebook page :

https://www.facebook.com/dori.durbin.7

and vote for your favorite book concept. Your voice will help decide which story gets created for families everywhere.

👉 Plus, and you can be part of the brand-new That’s Good Parenting Club—where parents help shape the stories their kids will read for years to come . . . and get extra members only perks for joining!

https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club

About Dori:

Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and children’s book coach who, after a life-changing illness, followed her dream of deepening parent-child connection through books. She helps nonfiction authors and experts “kid-size” their content into impactful children’s books.

Follow Dori:

• https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin
• https://www.facebook.com/doridurbin7.com
• https://www.doridurbin.com

Interested in writing your own children’s book? Let’s Chat:
https://link.dreambuildercrm.com/widget/bookings/mydori15chat

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Do you wonder how to grow authentic, courageous kids—without adding more stress to family life?

In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, host Dori Durbin talks with Jonathan Fanning, international keynote speaker, leadership expert, and author of Who Are You Becoming? Jonathan shares practical, story-driven ways parents can stress less, listen better, and build family rhythms that grow courage and character.

This Episode Is Perfect For:

• Parents with kids of all ages
• Educators, coaches, and mentors who guide kids
• Leaders who want servant leadership to start at home
• Families craving simple habits that deepen connection

You’ll Hear:

• “Who are you becoming?”
• How Brave & Daring Day builds lasting confidence
• Upgrade parent-child conversations in minutes
• S + R = O (Situation + Response = Outcome)
• Why stories and role models shape identity

About Jonathan:

Jonathan Fanning has delivered 500+ keynotes worldwide and authored multiple books including Who Are You Becoming? His work equips leaders—and parents—to close the gap between who they are and who they’re becoming through small, repeatable habits that compound over time.

Connect with Jonathan:

• https://www.jonathanfanning.com
• www.jonathanfanning.com/last-time

About Dori:

Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and children’s book coach who, after a life-changing illness, followed her dream of deepening parent-child connection through books. She helps nonfiction authors and experts “kid-size” their content into impactful children’s books.

Follow Dori:

• https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin
• https://www.facebook.com/doridurbin7.com
• https://www.doridurbin.com

Interested in writing your own children’s book? Let’s Chat:
https://link.dreambuildercrm.com/widget/bookings/mydori15chat

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Do you wonder if today’s youth sports are helping kids—or secretly hurting their confidence?

In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, host Dori Durbin talks with Eric Stevenson, licensed counselor and founder of Athletic Mind Performance. Eric specializes in helping kids, families, and athletes of all levels build resilience and healthier mindsets around sports.

This Episode Is Perfect For:

• Parents with kids of all ages
• Coaches of kids of all ages
• Fans of kids of all ages
• Athletes who want more with less stress

You’ll Hear:

• Why kids are giving up (and even cheating) earlier than ever in sports
• The “Goldilocks Effect” of praise—and how too much or too little backfires
• How parents can use stress to boost performance instead of crushing confidence
• A powerful story that helps kids turn “I can’t” into “I’ll try”
• The car ride home: what to say (and what NOT to say) after games

About Eric:
Eric Stevenson is a licensed therapist in Illinois and Florida, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, and founder of Athletic Mind Performance. He works with athletes and families to reduce anxiety, build growth mindsets, and create lasting confidence on and off the field.

Connect with Eric:

https://www.athleticmindperformance.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-stevenson-1094a4132

https://www.instagram.com/athleticmindperformance/

About Dori:
Dori Durbin is a Christian wife, mom, author, illustrator, and children's book coach who, after experiencing a life-changing illness, followed her dream of creating a deeper connection between parents and children through books. She now helps nonfiction authors and experts "kid-size" their content into impactful children's books.

Follow Dori:

https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin

https://www.facebook.com/doridurbin7.com

https://www.doridurbin.com

Interested in writing your own children's book? Let's Chat: https://link.dreambuildercrm.com/widget/bookings/mydori15chat

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