What happens when our children choose a life that looks different from the one we imagined for them?

In this episode, we respond to a thoughtful listener question about raising older kids — especially when their success and happiness looks entirely different than what we expected.

Many of us were raised with strict ideas about achievement and independence. How do we let go of those expectations while still guiding our children toward responsibility and self-sufficiency?

We talk about:

• Accepting our children as individuals 🤍

• Normalizing uncertainty and slow starts

• How to support motivation without controlling outcomes

• Celebrating who our kids are — even when it doesn’t match our original vision

Parenting was never about control, but learning to evolve alongside them at their slower than expected pace is so hard and so scary.

If you’re navigating this stage of life, you are not alone.

What is love — really? 💭🤍

In this episode, we talk about our first loves, the relationships that shaped us, and how those experiences informed the way we love each other today.

We reflect on the ups and downs especially the hard years when the kids were so young…

Of course, we couldn’t resist diving into the five love languages… and debating which ones we think we are.

This conversation is about how love evolves, what lasts, and how understanding ourselves a little better helps us show up more fully for the people we care about 💞

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- Elyse and Davie

In this episode, we talk about childhood dreams, laser focus, and a belief that doesn’t bend— even when doors close, even when you’re told “you’re not good enough.”

Elyse shares how she always knew she would become a dancer, even when the road was rough and the feedback was discouraging. That certainty — that deep, unshakeable knowing became the fuel that carried her forward.

We explore whether success is only about talent… or if perseverance is the true difference between those who make it and those who stop just short.

If you’ve ever had a dream that felt impossible, this conversation is about belief, resilience, and trusting the voice inside you that says, “I got this.” 💫