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The EXTRAORDINARY Family Life Podcast

The EXTRAORDINARY Family Life Podcast

De: Greg and Rachel Denning
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THE podcast for parents with big dreams who want to create an EXTRAORDINARY lifestyle but feel stuck. Greg and Rachel Denning are parents of 7 children whom they've traveled with to 60+ countries on 5 continents -- all while homeschooling and building a multi-six-figure location independent biz. Let them show you how to finally break through what's holding you back so you can achieve your biggest dreams -- even with a family!Greg and Rachel Denning Crianza y Familias Relaciones
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  • Stop the 18-and-Out Myth: Why Teens Don’t Need to Leave to Launch

    Stop the 18-and-Out Myth: Why Teens Don’t Need to Leave to Launch
    Dec 10 2025
    What if the whole idea that your teen “must move out at 18” is one of the biggest parenting myths of our generation?In this episode, Greg and Rachel challenge the cultural belief that independence = separation. They explain why forcing teens into adult life at 18 isn’t just unnecessary—it’s often harmful, developmentally inappropriate, and rooted in a modern social experiment that has produced more loneliness, more mental illness, weaker families, and generations of underprepared young adults.Greg and Rachel reveal the truth: If your child will only become capable, confident, mature, and contributing after you kick them out… that’s a parenting problem—not a launching strategy.Instead, they show how the teen years (16–25) are the prime window for deep mentoring, skill-building, emotional development, and world-class education. And that staying home longer—in a healthy, high-skill, high-expectation family—creates stronger adults, stronger marriages, and stronger generational wealth.You’ll hear:Why the “18 equals adulthood” idea is culturally manufactured—not biologicalHow incomplete brain development (until 25!) radically changes how we should guide young adultsWhy independence begins at age 2, not 18… and how to train kids long before the teen yearsWhy most failure-to-launch cases come from lack of parenting skills, not lack of kid motivationIf you’ve ever wondered why today’s teens struggle—or how to help your kids become confident, competent adults without pushing them out prematurely—this conversation will completely reframe your parenting vision.🎉 Enrollment is now open for our Winter 2026Habits for a Successful Life Online Class for Teens → Learn More HereKey Takeaways✅ If a child needs to be kicked out to mature, the issue is parenting skills—not the child.✅ Independence should be trained from early childhood—not suddenly expected at 18.✅ Teens can stay home longer and become more capable, confident, and successful.✅ The nuclear-family model is new, modern, and failing—intergenerational families thrive.✅ Failure to launch has nothing to do with age 18—and everything to do with training, skills, and relationship quality.Memorable Quotes🗣 “If your kids only become competent when you kick them out, you’ve already failed as a parent.”🗣 “Independence is developed long before 18—but it doesn’t require separation.”🗣 “The U.S. is one of the most emotionally broken societies on Earth. Stop copying what’s not working.”🗣 “Teen chaos isn’t normal. It’s common because it’s done wrong.”🗣 “The goal is teens who could leave at any moment—and thrive—but choose to stay close because they love being with you.”Chapters00:00 Epic Adventures and Homecomings00:28 Rethinking the 18-Year-Old Move-Out Myth00:57 Parenting Skills and the Failure to Launch03:04 The Role of Education in Young Adulthood05:51 Cultural Perspectives on Family Dynamics09:23 The Dangers of Social Media Influence09:41 Reframing Independence and Parenting Strategies16:21 Empowering Children with Life Skills19:09 The Importance of Parenting Techniques26:11 Building a Family Legacy and Financial StabilityRESOURCES:Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids)Rachel’s ⁠⁠Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms⁠⁠Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!Get Rachel's ⁠⁠Family Systems & Charts⁠⁠Get Rachel’s Extraordinary Family Life PlannerFollow us on Instagram: ⁠@worldschoolfamily⁠ or ⁠@greg.denning⁠Gather with us at the ⁠World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort⁠ in Portugal
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    36 m
  • Raising Resilient Teens in a Soft, Comfortable World

    Raising Resilient Teens in a Soft, Comfortable World
    Dec 3 2025
    Do you ever look around and think, “Why are teens today so fragile when life is easier than ever?”In this conversation, Greg and Rachel break down why so many young people are anxious, avoidant, and overwhelmed by normal life—and how to raise resilient teens who can actually handle hard things. They unpack the impact of comfort culture, overprotection, and screen-based living, then share practical ways to “microdose” and “macrodose” challenge through workouts, travel, projects, and real-life responsibility. You’ll learn how to build holistic toughness—physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and even financial—without shaming your kids or recreating the harshness of past generations.🎉 Enrollment is now open for our Winter 2026Habits for a Successful Life Online Class for Teens → Learn More HereKey Takeaways✅ Today’s teens are collapsing under normal life stress because they’ve been overprotected from real challenges and underprotected from digital harm.✅ Things feel hard because we are soft—capacity hasn’t been built through repeated, meaningful difficulty.✅ True toughness must be holistic: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and financial resilience.✅ Comfort culture (DoorDash, AC, screens, easy entertainment) removes the friction that used to naturally build grit.✅ Microdosing difficulty (workouts, cold, chores, outdoor time) builds daily resilience without drama.✅ Macrodosing difficulty (big trips, adventures, demanding projects, races) resets perspective and capacity.✅ Real-life experience beats virtual experience—social media, porn, and games rewire the brain without building real-world skills.✅ Kids need challenge and emotional validation—not “toughen up” coldness, and not bubble-wrap fragility.✅ You can’t force hard things; you must invite kids into them and sell them on the benefits so they buy in.✅ The goal is a family culture where hard things feel “normal,” not heroic—“This isn’t that bad. We can do it.”Memorable Quotes🗣 “Things seem hard because we are soft.”🗣 “We want to be doing things so insanely difficult that hard things that come along are like, ‘No big deal.’”🗣 “Our kids are living in a bubble from real life—but being poisoned by virtual life.”🗣 “The only way to become tough is to do hard things.”🗣 “Your body can be in pain while your mind and spirit are in joy.”🗣 “We need to be holistically tough so we can handle whatever life throws at us.”Chapters00:00 The Importance of Grit in Parenting00:34 The Crisis of Modern Youth01:53 Resilience and Emotional Intelligence04:32 The Comfort Crisis: A Modern Dilemma07:03 Building Grit Through Experience08:10 The Role of Family in Developing Strength08:57 Micro and Macro Dosing Hardship10:19 The Value of Challenging Experiences11:29 The Dangers of Overprotection14:37 Holistic Development in Families17:13 Creating a Supportive Community19:49 The Role of Perspective in Parenting20:56 Navigating Modern Challenges21:16 The Importance of Real Experiences23:09 The Impact of Virtual Reality on Youth25:37 Choosing Discomfort for Growth26:50 Strategic Parenting for Resilience27:07 Building a Legacy of StrengthRESOURCES:Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids)Rachel’s ⁠⁠Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms⁠⁠Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!Get Rachel's ⁠⁠Family Systems & Charts⁠⁠Get Rachel’s Extraordinary Family Life PlannerFollow us on Instagram: ⁠@worldschoolfamily⁠ or ⁠@greg.denning⁠Gather with us at the ⁠World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort⁠ in Portugal
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    31 m
  • Pursue Your Dreams Without Sacrificing Your Family

    Pursue Your Dreams Without Sacrificing Your Family
    Nov 26 2025
    Do you have a long list of dreams—but no idea where to start?Parents often feel torn between wanting a meaningful, adventurous life…and the realities of raising kids, managing a home, and juggling responsibilities. How do you pick the right dream to pursue first—without sacrificing your marriage, health, or family?In today’s conversation, Greg and Rachel break down the exact five-step process they’ve used for 20+ years to chase bold, meaningful goals while raising seven kids, traveling to over 60 countries, homeschooling, and building a business.You’ll learn how to prioritize your dreams, avoid sacrifices that damage what matters most, and identify the “first step” that naturally unlocks momentum for every other goal.Whether you’re overwhelmed by possibilities or unsure how to start, this episode will help you get clarity, build confidence, and make meaningful progress toward the life you actually want—one small step at a time.Key Takeaways✅ Write every dream down — clarity comes from seeing your full list on paper.✅ Follow your intuition and repeated nudges — they’re often guideposts toward your best future.✅ Aim for alignment — choose the dream that makes the other dreams easier.✅ Consider urgency — some dreams (like traveling with kids) have a limited window.✅ Protect the core areas — never sacrifice marriage, parenting, health, or spirituality to chase a goal.✅ Morning routines fuel everything — they give you the energy, clarity, and stability to pursue big goals.✅ Forward motion reveals the path — obstacles show you where to start and what to fix first.✅ Dreams require identity growth — you become the person who can achieve the dream by pursuing it.MEMORABLE QUOTES🗣 “You don’t have to see the whole path—you just have to take the first step.”🗣 “Any meaningful dream requires you to grow into the person who can achieve it.”🗣 “You can’t pursue big goals while sacrificing your marriage, health, or kids.”🗣 “Write it all down. Clarity comes through the act of writing.”🗣 “If you step forward, the next step reveals itself.”🗣 “Some dreams won’t matter later—and some can’t wait.”Chapters00:00 Pursuing Big Dreams with Family01:29 The Importance of Prioritization05:39 Holistic Approach to Goals11:58 Writing Down Your Dreams16:53 Intuition and Signs in Goal Pursuit19:23 The Journey of Homesteading and Property Ownership19:53 Following Your Interests as a Guidepost22:04 The Importance of Genuine Interests24:27 Researching and Learning as a Pathway26:43 The Ready, Fire, Aim Approach28:39 Defining Success and Wealth29:54 Deciding Which Dream to PursueRESOURCES:Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids)Rachel’s ⁠⁠Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms⁠⁠Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!Get Rachel's ⁠⁠Family Systems & Charts⁠⁠Get Rachel’s Extraordinary Family Life PlannerFollow us on Instagram: ⁠@worldschoolfamily⁠ or ⁠@greg.denning⁠
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    33 m
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