118. Stacking the Stones: Staying Faithful in the Hard Seasons with Ryan North

In this episode of Restoried, we sit down with Ryan North of One Big Happy Home for a real and encouraging conversation about foster care, adoption, connected parenting, and staying faithful in hard seasons. With more than 30 foster placements and years of lived experience, Ryan shares what he and his wife, Kayla, have learned about building strong relationships with kids impacted by trauma. Ryan talks about why connection matters more than predictions or diagnoses, how creativity and flexibility can make a huge difference, and what it looks like to keep showing up even when things feel overwhelming. He also shares honestly about marriage, self-care, and how caregivers can support one another so they don’t burn out along the way. This episode is full of practical wisdom, hope, and reminders to celebrate progress — even the small wins. If you’re in the thick of foster care, adoption, or kinship parenting, this conversation will encourage you to keep going and remember that the work you’re doing truly matters. Don’t miss hearing Ryan speak in person at Mobilize Ohio 2026! Register using the link below.  Episode Highlights:  Connection over outcomes Creativity and flexibility Staying faithful long-term Marriage under pressure Celebrating small wins  Find more on Guest: One Big Happy Home  One Big Happy Home on Social  The Empowered Parent Podcast  Follow Ryan on Instagram   Find More on Hope Bridge: Visit Our Website  Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Facebook  Learn more about Hope for the Journey TBRI TrainingLearn more about Building Trauma-Informed Spaces with Kim Botto