Mama, Take Heart
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsParenting in this day and age is not for the faint at heart. That’s why Mama Take Heart is here to help you be the gospel-centered, compassionate, and influential voice in your Gen-Z daughter’s life. In this show, we give listeners the tools they need to love and lead well in their child's formative years. Host Robrenna Redl is here to help equip and empower you with resources and practical takeaways, whether you’re looking for ways to intentionally connect or to have hard conversations. So don’t fret, Mama. Instead, take heart!
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Navigating Smart Phones and the Digital World with Your Kids - Ep. 6
January 27, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBToday, we’re talking about how to help our kids make wise and safe choices on social media, the Internet, and gaming apps. START Co-Founder and Executive Director Tracy Foster joins Robrenna today, and together they talk through how to engage with our kids in conversation about technology. Topics Discussed in this Episode: •How parents can feel competent and confident in awkward conversations about technology •Why the generations before us really can’t help us navigate this new frontier like...
Episode 5: Social Media Mania and The Gen-Z Generation
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes - 7.65 MBIn this episode we’re going to talk about: The good, bad and scary of social media. For adults, social media is information-driven. For teens, it’s a social currency. We’ll talk about how we approach these tools differently and what you need to know about helping your Gen Z child navigate social media responsibly. We’ll also talk about anxiety, doomscrolling and how social media affects mental health in teens. Finally, Robrenna will share some practical ideas and tips for helping you t...
Episode 4: Gen Z and Cancel Culture
January 12, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 6.93 MBHow can we be the redeeming culture in a cancel culture world? In this episode, we’ll discuss the best and worst of online boycotts, hashtag movements, hashtag activism and how we as parents can navigate the media with our children. We’ll also talk about helping our kids develop wisdom when it comes to what they post on social media. Key Bible Verses: Isaiah 1:17; John 8:1-11, Ecclesiastes 3:17; Romans 2:4; Mark 2:13-17; Romans 8:31-37 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: A Parent's Guide t...
Episode 3: How to Begin Building Trust with Your Gen Z Kid
January 06, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 6.55 MBGen Z is the most post-Christian generation ever. 37% of Gen Z’ers say that there is no way to know if God is real. They see church-goers are hypocritical. 17% believe that church feels like an exclusive club. All of this tells me we’ve got work to do. And that work starts with building trust through authentic relationships. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: https://axis.org/ - Axis: Connecting Parents, Teens & Jesus in a Disconnected World Pew Research Center: What We Know About Gen Z...
Episode 2: A Few Fast Facts about Gen Z
December 16, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutes - 6.43 MBIn this episode, we look at the latest research about the values, passions and norms of our youngest generation, and throw some fast facts your way. https://axis.org/ - Axis: Connecting Parents, Teens & Jesus in a Disconnected World Pew Research Center: What We Know About Gen Z So Far Barna Group: Atheism Doubles Among Generation Z CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey Trends Report About the Host: Robrenna Redl is a real, raw, no-filters, kind of girl. She is the executive administrative assista...
Episode 1: Getting to Know Generation Z
December 14, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 5.76 MBAs a mama to a 17-year-old and 19-year-old, I’ve been through the roller coaster of emotions, the social media mishaps, the friendship fiascos, and we’ve dealt with anxiety, depression and yes, bullies. I’ve also seen growth, joy, affirmation and hope in the midst of these things, and my goal is to equip you with resources and practical takeaways as you walk through your parenting journey. Today, we’re going to take time to learn a little about Gen Z, who they are, how they communicate, how ...