Rebel Parenting with Ryan & Laura Dobson: Recent Episodes

Ryan Dobson

There are billions of parents in the world, yet we often feel like we’re alone. At Rebel Parenting, you’ll find honest, real advice from parents who are trying—and sometimes failing—just like you are. It’s practical, tangible and born from the real struggles parents face.

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In this video, Ryan Dobson discusses the importance of deescalation as a crucial skill for navigating conflicts with children. He provides strategies for staying calm, using positive language, listening actively, validating feelings, offering options, and taking breaks to help defuse tensions and find resolutions. This video encourages parents to work on their deescalation skills in order to improve communication and strengthen relationships with their children.

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In this video, Ryan Dobson discusses the importance of looking for context when trying to understand and build relationships with our children. By asking open-ended questions, validating their feelings, looking for patterns in their behavior, and seeking out additional resources, we can gain a deeper understanding of our children's actions and support them in developing healthy coping strategies. This video encourages parents to take the time to consider the context surrounding their children's behavior in order to show them love and support.

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In this special edition of REBEL Parenting, Ryan is joined in the studio by his 10-year-old daughter, Luci, to discuss the new Wingfeather Saga animated series. Ryan also interviews the author, Andrew Peterson, and illustrator Chris Wall on set at the red carpet,  premier in Nashville, TN.

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In this video, we're going to discuss Rebel Parents: how they model good behavior & why other parents should follow their lead. Rebel parents are those who buck the norm and try to do things their own way. They're not afraid to speak their minds and they often set an example for other parents to follow. In this video, we're going to discuss why they're a force to be reckoned with and how you can learn from their example.

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In this video, I'm sharing 8 reasons why it is more important to listen to your child than to talk to them.

Listening is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Not only does it help build a strong relationship with your child, but it also helps them to develop communication skills. By listening to your child, you can help them to feel understood and secure in their relationships.

So whether you're trying to solve a problem or just have a conversation, make sure to listen carefully! It may just be the best thing you can do for your child! In this video, I'm sharing 8 reasons why it is more important to listen to your child than to talk to them.

Listening is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Not only does it help build a strong relationship with your child, but it also helps them to develop communication skills. By listening to your child, you can help them to feel understood and secure in their relationships.

So whether you're trying to solve a problem or just have a conversation, make sure to listen carefully! It may just be the best thing you can do for your child!

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In this short video, I'm explaining why Rebel Parents value their spouse's input. This is an important message to share because it shows that we are not alone in our struggles and that there is help available. We all face unique challenges as parents, and it's important to have support and advice from those closest to us. That's why Rebel Parents value their spouse's input so much! As a married couple, we understand the importance of communication and collaboration, and we're here to help you through whatever Challenges you face as a parent. Thank you for watching!

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Hi Everyone, I’m Ryan Dobson, and this is REBEL Parenting FIVE MINUTES OR LESS.

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Psalm 127:3 “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”

When my children were young I was so ashamed of my parenting. It was such a dark place to be. Can you imagine how different my relationship with my kids is now that I see parenting as a reward! I want you to see parenting as a reward too, and one thing that helps me be a better parent, is REBEL Parents know, get to be good parents, they don’t have to be good parents.

Saturday, March 14 I got a call informing me that my contract job was being canceled due to the lockdown… It was 6 months before I got steady work again, and let me tell you since that time, I’ve never “HAD” to go to work again. I GET to go to work!! WOO!

So, how do you show this to your kids? Start by truly appreciating the time you have with your kids. I was at a friend’s house Saturday night watching the UFC fights. Lincoln came with me and was planning on spending the night with his friend. I left around 11:30pm. An hour later I got a text from Lincoln asking if I was “still up?” I knew what was coming. He wanted to be picked up. Now, I didn’t have to pick him up. He planned to spend the night, I was ready for bed, and it was 12 degrees out. Who wants to go out in that? ME! Of course I picked up my son at nearly 1:00 o-clock in the morning. Because, as soon as he gets his driver’s license, I’ll never get to do this again.

The time slips by so quickly. Try not to wast it. Go tell your kids how much you love them and how much you love being their parent.

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God Bless, have a great week. We believe in you, and so does God.

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I keep seeing books on "How to Discipline Your Children Better," and it's driving me crazy! This is a prime example of "trying to get the LAW to do what only GRACE can accomplish." Let's all learn how to LOVE each other better! You'll need far less discipline when you have the fruit of the Spirit!

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Today We’re going to discuss:

  • Uvalde Shooting
  • Gun Control Hypocrisy in Govt
  • Border Crisis & Terrorism
  • What’s really happening with gas prices

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Ryan and Laura are back! Ryan and Laura break down Chapter 3 in Paul David Tripp's book "Parenting." It's a great discussion of The Law vs Grace!

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Welcome to “REBEL News Roundup”: This is the program where we discuss cultural and government issues impacting the family. Today We’re going to discuss:

  • Biden-flation & Gas Prices
  • The FBI Targeting Concerned Parents
  • Radical School System Policies
  • The “Left” Dividing the Country
  • Roe v Wade & Extremist Protests
  • Abortion Laws & Bill Mahaer
  • Abortion, Protecting Citizens & the FBI

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We have a great show for you today! We’re talking about MARRIAGE!! We decided that we would switch off topics each week between Parenting and Marriage. We’ve already started “Parenting,” by Paul Tripp, which we’ll continue next week. And, today we’re diving into one of our favorite books, “The Good News About Marriage,” by Shaunti Feldhahn! And, we’re also going to talk about how to have a better sex life. Don’t forget to LIKE and DESCRIBE! Thank You Sponsors: CovenantEyes.com and use the code “REBEL” for a free month! Also, a big thanks to all of our monthly sponsors! Join the REBEL Army at REBELParenting.org and click the donate tab!

Alright, let's talk MARRIAGE!!

What most people don’t know, but need to

The Big Cultural Problem

NEW STUDY ABOUT SEX!!

Again, Bad News Isn’t Motivating!

The Good News

The Real Reason Pornography Hurts Your Sex Life

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Today's Topics: * Roe v Wade and the Supreme Court Decision * How the Govt spent the COVID relief funds * Are your Children yours or someone else’s * Border Disaster * The Orwellian “Ministry of Truth & Disinformation” * Ukraine & War With Russia & China * A Win for Free Speech!

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Today, Ryan & Laura discuss the topic of grace from their upcoming book, "REBEL Parenting," & Paul Tripp's book, "Parenting" Chapter 2.

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Welcome to the REBEL News Roundup: This is the program where we discuss cultural and government issues impacting the family.

On today’s program we’ll discuss: What “Legacy Media'' vs “Modern Media”, The dangers of “Echo Chambers” in Legacy Media, Ukraine, Disney, our Southern Border, and a crisis of violence in the Police Force you aren’t expecting.

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Welcome Back Laura Dobson aka: Hug Dealer, aka: the Atomic Mom!

The Fruit of the Spirit in Parenting & Marriage

Paul Tripp's "Parenting" Parenting is a "Calling!"

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Ryan continues with Kindness in Marriage, and... why it's hard! Don't give up, you can do this! 

Next we talk about REBEL Parenting! Here are some great ways to build your relationship with your kids through gratitude! You will get better results with gratitude than anger. New ways to reach kids at any age. Learning from our past mistakes in parenting will lead to closeness with our kids. "Kids will tell you 'everything' if you will listen to 'everything'"

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Ryan delves into the latest news cycle, talks about "reasonable" vaxcine advice, & what we know so far. With the news of Neil Young & Joni Mitchel pulling their music from Spotify over Joe Rogan's "misinformation," Ryan talks about another possibile reason for the move. Did you know neither Neil Young nor Joni Mitchel own their musical catalog? If htey don't own it, then who made the decision to pull the music & WHY??

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So thrilled at the survey response. Looks like in marriage people would like help with COMMUNICATION & SEX LIVES, and with kids, everyonen wants help in ALL areas! AMAZING! We're lining up the BEST guests to help with all of these issues! THANK YOU! 

Next we talk about the resistance you will encounter whenever you try to improve yourself & ANY situation. And, there is help! There is a great book titled, "The War of Art" that deals directly with this issue!

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Showing kindness to your spouse can transform your marriage! Ryan gives hard evidence that the practice of kindness can revolutionize your marriage. All links and resources found at www.rebelparenting.org

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REBEL Parenting, the fastest path to a GREAT relationship with your kids!

  1. Ryan discusses the REBEL Parenting mindset

  2. Get To vs. Have To

  3. Learning how to listen so that our kids will talk more!

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Ryan talks about his recent accident, surgery, and healing process. Then, Ryan talks about his new book project which deals with MARRIAGE & PARENTING!! We start Part 1 in this series on how to repair, rebuild, strengthen, and fix relationships alone. Make your marriage better even when your spouse isn't on the same page. It works and it's awesome!!

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Good News!! NO CANCER!!

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Ryan & Laura started off their marriage with BAGGAGE!! Ryan had been married & divorced and Laura's parents divorced when she was in High School. How do two broken people make a marriage and family work? By INVESTING in their marriage! The investment is WORTH IT!!

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On today's episode Ryan dives into the science of learning. When learning something new, often the process involves feeling and looking silly or foolish. When we avoid those feelings it halts our learning process. Our kids go through this all the time throughout childhood and adolescence. We can foster a lifetime of learning if we can teach ourselves and our children to embrace these feelings by example. The tool is board games. Don't miss this engaging episode.

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No one wants to raise an "entitled" kid, parents talk & worry about it all the time. Breathe easy as we discuss some practical ways to rase grateful kids in today's world

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Ryan & Laura talk to the presidents of Help Club for Moms and discuss issues effecting moms today

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What is God trying to do through your skin and bones? Spiritual director Tara Owens invites you to listen to your thoughts about your body in a way that draws you closer to God, calling you to explore how your spirituality is intimately tied to your physicality. Your body is not an inconvenience - - it is a place where you can meet the Holy Spirit in a new way.

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Have you ever had an experience where you felt particularly aware of God? If God is real, and we are created in God's image, then it makes sense that our minds and bodies would be designed with the perceptive ability to sense and experience God. Scientists are now discovering ways that our bodies are designed to connect with God. Brain research shows that our brain systems are wired to enable us to have spiritual experiences. The spiritual circuits that are used in prayer or worship are also involved in developing compassion for others. Our bodies have actually been created to love God and serve our neighbors. Award-winning journalist Rob Moll chronicles the fascinating ways in which our brains and bodies interact with God and spiritual realities. He reports on neuroscience findings that show how our brains actually change and adapt when engaged in spiritual practices. We live longer, healthier, happier and more fulfilling lives when we cultivate the biological spiritual capacity that puts us in touch with God. 

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DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Gary Thomas & Ryan really dive into marriage & what makes it work. How to highlight your spouse for an on fire marriage! Spice up your Valentine's Day with a hot marriage program!

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Suzanne Stabile is a highly sought after speaker and teacher, known for her engaging laugh, personal vulnerability and creative approach to Enneagram instruction.As an internationally recognized Enneagram Master, Suzanne has conducted over 500 Enneagram workshops over the past 25 years.

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This episode has tons of funny heartfelt stories and a situation where someone thought Ryan might be a polygamist!! 

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Ellie Holcomb- Moms on the Mic

Sometimes it is the simple things where we find the most beautiful truths.  Ellie Holcomb, a Dove Award winner, shares with Laura and Producer K, her new children’s book which asks “Who Sang the First Song?”

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This is a rough one... And the Lord has been with us every day. Whether or not we feel Him, He is ALWAYS there!

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Beverly Merriam- Moms on the Mic

How do we reach this upcoming generation is an important and vital question to ask. Beverly Merriam, licensed professional counselor and happens to be Producer K’s Mom, shares her vision for the teenagers who are walking through a dark world to become the Light they are called to be.  

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Wendy Gossett, founder of People Works Colorado, stops by the REBEL studio to educate us on temperaments through the Myers Briggs and other mind-blowing illustrations, so we can better connect with our spouse and children. This will change your whole perspective on your close relationships! Stop by Wendy’s website to take a free adult or child temperament test.

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We just got engaged! This episode we plan the wedding & GET HITCHED!!

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We had ALL the fun with Rachel & Dave Hollis!