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Many families avoid the conversations that matter most. Money, inheritance, aging parents, family expectations, responsibility, regret, forgiveness, and legacy often sit quietly in the background until a crisis forces them into the open. Parents and grandparents wonder what they should leave behind. Adult children may carry questions they are afraid to ask. Younger generations are growing up in a world of social media shortcuts, financial confusion, and constant distraction, while families quietly lose traditions, shared time, and honest communication. In this episode of The Power of Family podcast, Terry Willis sits down with Brian Pultro, Navy Commander, financial planner, behavioral financial advisor, husband, and father, for a deeply grounded conversation about what legacy really means. Together, they move beyond bank accounts and inheritance to explore the values, discipline, memories, emotional patterns, and everyday choices that shape a family for generations. Brian shares how military service, fatherhood, financial planning, and time away from family changed the way he thinks about presence, money, sacrifice, and responsibility. This episode is for parents, grandparents, and families who want to build a legacy that lasts far beyond money. Listen or watch as Terry and Brian invite you to begin the conversations now, about family, finances, values, healing, and what your loved ones will remember because of the way you lived. Key takeaways Why legacy is about more than money or inheritance How family traditions strengthen connection across generations Why money conversations can feel difficult, emotional, or avoided How financial fear and behavior patterns get passed down Ways to teach children and grandchildren about money, work, and responsibility Why presence, time, and discipline shape what families remember How families can begin honest conversations about values, forgiveness, and the futur Guest Bio Brian Pultro is a United States Navy officer, financial planner, and behavioral financial advisor whose work is rooted in service, leadership, education, and family. A graduate of Auburn University and Villanova University, Brian served ten years on active duty in the Navy, deployed to the Persian Gulf and Southeast Asia, and later taught Naval Science at Villanova University. Today, Brian serves in the Navy Reserve and works with families through Pultro Financial Management. With certifications as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary, Behavioral Financial Advisor, and Registered Financial Consultant, he brings a thoughtful perspective on money, legacy, responsibility, and the values families pass from one generation to the next. Chapters 00:00 – Precap: Be careful who teaches you about money 00:39 – Introduction: Legacy is more than money 02:30 – Should parents leave an inheritance? 07:33 – What does legacy mean beyond money? 08:50 – What do families pass down emotionally? 13:00 – What money patterns get passed from generation to generation? 17:30 – Why are money conversations so hard for families? 20:10 – How can families break unhealthy money cycles? 25:10 – How military service changed Brian's view of time and presence 27:50 – Is it ever too late to repair or reconnect? 30:10 – What conversations should families have now? 33:20 – What Brian hopes his sons remember 35:15 – Final advice: Turn down the fear and noise 37:58 – Closing reflection: Keep building a legacy beyond money Connect with Brian Pultro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-pultro/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrianPultroPFM  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian.pultro.pfm/  Website: https://www.pultrofinancialmanagement.com/  If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Leave us a review on Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-power-of-family/id1852957294  Leave us a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3xyf52vhoDz0ENDRSdQGZG   

In this episode of The Power of Family podcast, host Terry Willis talks with Ashley Noelle, creator of Blended Bond, about how families can communicate without reigniting old conflict. Together, they explore why everyday conversations can quickly become tense, especially when past hurts, emotional triggers, tone, parenting differences, co-parenting dynamics, and blended family challenges are involved. Ashley shares practical insight on neutral communication, rebuilding trust after conflict, and creating space for honest conversations between adults, children, co-parents, and even grandparents. This conversation reminds families that conflict does not always mean failure. Sometimes, it is an invitation to slow down, become more vulnerable, take accountability, and repair what has been strained. Whether you are part of a blended family, raising children, supporting grandchildren, or simply trying to communicate with more care, this episode offers a compassionate look at how families can grow through difficult conversations. Listen in, reflect with your family, and share this episode with someone who believes in stronger communication, healing, and connection across generations. Key Takeaways Conflict is often not just about the current situation, but about past experiences, triggers, and emotional history. Neutral communication means approaching the problem together instead of turning against each other. Repair after conflict requires honesty, vulnerability, accountability, and sometimes space to cool down. Blended families benefit when adults work together, set guidelines, and avoid letting conflict spill onto the children. Family growth often begins with uncomfortable but honest questions, check-ins, and conversations. Guest Bio Ashley Noelle is the founder of Blended Bond, a conversation-based tool designed to help blended families, coparents, and single-parent households build stronger connections through meaningful dialogue. Rooted in her own lived experience within a blended family, Ashley created Blended Bond to support families navigating complex dynamics, transitions, and emotional barriers. With a background in coparenting coaching and a deep understanding of modern family structures, Ashley now focuses on creating tangible resources that help families communicate, connect, and feel less alone in the process. Chapters 01:00 — Introduction 01:50 — Ashley's work and the story behind Blended Bond 02:53 — What family conflict really means 04:45 — What neutral communication sounds like 08:30 — Why tone, words, and reactions escalate conflict 10:00 — Communication challenges when children are impacted 11:20 — What to do when conflict falls apart 14:30 — Repairing conflict and rebuilding trust 16:00 — When therapy or outside support may help 18:40 — First steps toward a healthier conversation 19:45 — The role of grandparents in co-parenting and blended families 26:00 — How Blended Bond supports families and a special discount code 28:50 — Closing thoughts on family, communication, and community Connect with Ashley Noelle Website Instagram If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Review us on Podchaser  

What if the distance in your family isn't about love, but about the conversations that never happened? In this deeply reflective episode, Terry Willis sits down with Neil Taylor to explore why families drift apart and how simple, intentional conversations can bring them back together. After losing his father and becoming a parent just days later, Neil realized something many families quietly carry: the fear of losing not just a loved one, but their story. Together, they unpack the real barriers families face, busy lives, generational gaps, distance, and the unspoken assumption that "we'll talk about it later." But later doesn't always come. From siblings who reconnect after years apart to grandparents longing to be known beyond their role, this conversation gently reveals what's often left unsaid and why it matters. You'll hear practical ways to create space, ask meaningful questions, and listen with empathy even if it doesn't feel natural at first. If you've ever thought, "I wish I had asked," this episode is your invitation to start now. Listen, reflect, and share this with someone you love. Key Takeaways: Creating intentional "space" is the first step to meaningful family connection Listening with empathy (not interrupting or assuming) transforms relationships Family members often have very different experiences of the same childhood Simple practices (like scheduled calls or shared projects) can bridge distance One powerful question—"What makes a good life?"—can guide generations Guest Bio: Neil Taylor's dad Patrick died in March 2021. 6 days later, his son was born. His middle name - Patrick. In the stillness between losing one and holding the other, he realised it would be up to him to communicate his dad's essence to the people who'd never meet him, and that other families were carrying the same quiet fear. So he built Me & My Old Man: a 12-week experience that makes sure no family loses their loved one as well as their story. Guided conversations that bring families closer. The moments we miss. The questions we never ask. Our parents stories, in their voice, forever. 32 families. 6 countries. 350+ hours recorded. Featured on BBC Radio and the Parenting Hell podcast.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Chapters: 00:00 The Journey Begins: A Personal Story 02:06 Bridging Generational Gaps 04:56 Creating Space for Connection 06:25 Unintended Consequences of Conversations 08:27 The Unsaid Words: Understanding Each Other 12:11 The Drift: Why Families Grow Apart 16:54 Maintaining Connections Across Generations 21:19 Practical Steps to Stay Connected 26:34 The Unspoken Wishes of Grandparents 27:00 Confronting the Inevitable: The Role of Death 28:30 Understanding Mortality and Family Connections 29:12 Lessons from Our Parents: What We Wish We Knew 30:16 The Impact of Life Experiences on Parenting 32:07 The Intergenerational Influence of Family Stories 34:11 Creating Space for Family Conversations 35:54 Tools for Family Connection 37:39 Engaging Reluctant Parents in Conversation 40:00 Surprising Insights from Family Interviews 44:12 Essential Conversations Every Family Should Have Connect with Neil Taylor: Download Neil's 10 Questions To Ask Your Parents' (before it's too late) Website Instagram LinkedIn ·       If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus       

Money touches every family but it's often the one thing we don't talk about. In this episode, Terry Willis sits down with money expert Shari Rash to explore how our earliest experiences with money quietly shape the way we think, feel, and act, not just as individuals, but across generations. From childhood phrases like "we can't afford that" to unspoken tension around finances, families often pass down emotional patterns without even realizing it. Shari shares how avoiding money conversations can leave children unprepared for real life and how small, everyday moments can become powerful teaching opportunities. This isn't about lectures or perfection. It's about shifting language, creating awareness, and helping children build a healthier, more neutral relationship with money. If you've ever felt uncomfortable talking about finances, or wondered how to better prepare your children or grandchildren, this conversation offers simple, practical ways to start. Listen in and maybe begin a new kind of conversation in your family today. Takeaways Children absorb emotional money patterns from what is said and unsaid at home Small language shifts (like reframing "we can't afford it") can change long-term beliefs Teaching money doesn't require formal lessons, daily moments are enough Giving kids autonomy with money builds decision-making and responsibility A healthy goal is moving from emotional reactions to a neutral, practical view of money Guest Bio Shari Rash is a money expert, author, and host of the New York Times Top 4 podcast Everyone's Talkin' Money, with over 24 million downloads worldwide. With more than 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, Shari is known for making money conversations approachable, relatable, and even enjoyable. Often called the "Best Financial Friend," Shari delivers real, no-nonsense guidance that helps people understand their relationship with money, break free from limiting beliefs, and build unapologetic wealth on their own terms. She is the author of Insider's Secrets About Women and Money and was named one of Investment News' Best Wealth Managers and Advisors Under 40 in 2024. Through her work, Shari empowers individuals and families to rethink how they talk about money turning what is often a source of stress into a tool for confidence, clarity, and long-term well-being. Chapters 00:00 Precap 00:57 Welcome & Introduction 01:50 Making Finance Fun: A New Approach to Money Conversations 02:16 Emotional Legacies: How Family Influences Money Mindsets 05:23 Teaching Kids About Money: Simple Strategies for Families 10:45 Navigating Generational Differences: Parents vs. Grandparents on Spending 13:45 Rewriting Financial Narratives: Steps to Overcome Unhealthy Beliefs 19:25 Breaking the Taboo: Tools for Open Money Conversations 24:00 Investing Early: Teaching Kids the Value of Money 28:01 A Neutral Relationship with Money: Goals for the Next Generation 29:41 Navigating Technical Challenges in Recording 29:54 Connecting with Shari Rash: Insights on Money Management 30:46 Promoting Financial Literacy through Community Engagement 31:04 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus   

In this engaging conversation, Tiana Medley shares her experiences and insights on parenting in the digital age. She discusses the importance of being vigilant about children's online activities, setting boundaries for screen time, and maintaining open communication with kids. Tiana emphasizes the need for parents to actively engage with their children's lives, ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable childhood while navigating technology. The discussion also touches on emotional aspects of parenting and the do's and don'ts that can help guide parents in raising their children effectively.   Takeaways You have to be very aware of your children's online activities. Research the games and apps your children use. Set clear boundaries for screen time and device usage. Open communication with children is crucial for trust. Make learning and spending time with children fun. Limit children's access to devices at night. Teach children to choose friends wisely. Be a hands-on parent and engage in your child's life. Monitor what your children are doing online. Encourage children to talk about their experiences with technology.   Guest Bio Tiana Medley is a 35-year-old wife, mother of two daughters (ages 9 and 6), and full-time healthcare professional who is deeply committed to raising her children with intention, vigilance, and heart. Married for nearly nine years, Tiana balances career and motherhood while remaining a hands-on, present parent in today's fast-moving digital world. Passionate about reading, research, and personal growth, she approaches parenting thoughtfully especially when it comes to technology and children. Chapters 00:00 Precap  00:31 Introduction 01:00 Introducing Tiana Medley 02:18 Navigating Technology and Kids 04:00 Setting Boundaries and Screen Time 10:30 Communication and Parenting Strategies 12:15 Emotional Insights on Parenting 15:05 Do's and Don'ts of Parenting   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus     

In this episode of The Power of Family, host Terry Willis engages with Chananya Abraham to explore the complexities of family dynamics, particularly the generational gaps that often lead to misunderstandings and disconnection. They discuss the importance of communication, the role of traditions, and how to create positive associations with family practices. The conversation emphasizes the need for gratitude and connection, encouraging families to bridge gaps through understanding and shared experiences. Takeaways It's important for parents to acknowledge their mistakes. Communication is key to bridging generational gaps. Traditions need to be understood and appreciated to be passed down. Creating positive associations with family practices is essential. Gratitude can foster connection between generations. Being curious about each other's experiences can enhance relationships. Grandparents play a vital role in family dynamics. It's never too late to reconnect with family members. Understanding the past can help shape a better future for families. Finding common ground is crucial for family unity.   Guest Bio Chananya is a psychotherapist and coach with nearly two decades of experience, widely known for his work in generational, religious, and family trauma—and for helping parents and teenagers actually like each other, not just love each other. He is the mind behind Practice Your Way, a developing philosophy that challenges the idea that healing, growth, or faith must look one specific way to be legitimate. Blending clinical depth with cultural intelligence, old-school values, and a sharp sense of humor, Chananya helps people reconnect to their past without being trapped by it, strengthen their relationship with their values and higher purpose, and build healthier communication across generations. His work is grounded in a simple, demanding standard: do today better than yesterday—and prepare tomorrow to be better than today. Contact Chananya Abraham: Website: https://www.cyuahtherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceyourwaymethod/ Chapters 00:00 Bridging Generational Gaps 09:01 The Importance of Communication 12:15 Understanding Traditions and Connections 17:47 Creating Positive Associations 22:37 Gratitude and Connection 26:21 Finding Common Ground   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus       

Family pain cuts deeper than almost anything else. When distance, anger, or misunderstanding shows up between parents, children, or grandparents, it can feel overwhelming and sometimes beyond repair. In this episode, we sit down with relationship coach Tony Vear to explore why family hurt feels so intense and what it actually takes to begin healing it. Through personal stories and lived experience, Tony explains how listening—really listening—can shift even the most painful family dynamics. He challenges the idea that healing means fixing or forcing resolution, and instead invites families to focus on presence, responsibility, patience, and love in action. The conversation explores unmet expectations, childhood wounds, forgiveness, emotional intelligence, and why boundaries matter when rebuilding trust. This episode isn't about blame or quick fixes. It's about understanding where pain comes from, how it gets passed down, and how small, intentional shifts can open the door to reconnection. Key Takeaways Deep listening can be more healing than explaining or defending Family pain often comes from unmet expectations that were never spoken Love is shown through consistent actions, not just words Healing begins by taking responsibility for your role—without taking all the blame Forgiveness is a process that frees the person who chooses it Guest Bio Tony Vear is an author, relationship coach, program creator, and workshop leader with over 30 years of experience in relationships, communication, and personal development. Through his work and the founding of the Relationship Mastery Institute, he helps individuals and families understand love, heal breakdowns, and build more meaningful, lasting connections. Learn more about his work: https://www.facebook.com/therminstitute Chapters 00:00 — Welcome to The Power of Family 02:10 — Why Family Pain Runs So Deep 05:05 — Meet Tony Vear: Why He Chose Relationships 09:20 — Listening Instead of Fixing Family Pain 13:45 — When Adult Children Express Anger 18:30 — Love Is Shown Through Action, Not Words 22:40 — Expectations: The Hidden Source of Family Hurt 27:15 — The Five Love Languages in Families 31:20 — Childhood Stories That Shape Adult Relationships 36:10 — The Platinum Rule vs. The Golden Rule 40:05 — When Families Avoid the Pain 44:05 — Taking Responsibility Without Taking All the Blame 47:45 — Forgiveness, Purpose, and Emotional Intelligence 51:10 — Final Reflections: Choosing Love and Healing   If your family is struggling, distant, or hurting in ways that feel hard to name, this conversation offers insight, compassion, and hope. Listen in, reflect, and share this episode with someone who may need it.  👉 Subscribe for more conversations on family, healing, and connection 👉 Share this episode with someone who values real relationships 👉 Comment below: What helps your family feel more connected? Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com ⁠  Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus     

In this episode of The Power of Family, we sit down with Pete Bombachi, founder of GenWell, Canada's Human Connection movement, for a deeply honest conversation about technology, loneliness, and what families are quietly losing in a screen-focused world. Together, we explore how technology, while here to stay, has slowly replaced face-to-face connection with convenience, distraction, and isolation. Pete shares why loneliness isn't something to fear, but something to understand, and how chronic disconnection impacts families across generations from children and teens to parents, grandparents, and seniors. The conversation challenges the idea that connection can be outsourced or replaced by digital interaction, reminding us that proximity is not the same as presence. This episode invites families to rethink their daily habits, reclaim intentional time together, and recognize that social health is just as essential as physical or emotional health. Without blame or judgment, the discussion offers clarity, compassion, and practical perspective on how small moments of connection like shared meals, walks, conversations can restore resilience, healing, and belonging.   Takeaways Digital technology should enhance, not replace, human interaction. Loneliness is a common human experience that needs addressing. Intentionality is key in fostering meaningful relationships. Family plays a crucial role in building connections. Community efforts can combat feelings of isolation. Face-to-face interactions are vital for mental health. The pandemic has exacerbated existing disconnection issues. We need to create a culture of connection in our society. Simple actions can lead to significant improvements in social health. Everyone can contribute to reducing loneliness in their communities.   Guest Bio Pete Bombaci is a social change leader and the founder/CEO of GenWell, Canada's Human Connection Movement. Since 2016, he has led its mission to educate, empower, and catalyze Canadians around social health and its impact on well-being. Under his leadership, GenWell delivers social health education and six national campaigns, fostering connection in workplaces, schools, and communities. Previously, Pete served as Country Director of Movember Canada, raising $142 million for men's health. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, he inspires individuals, businesses, and policymakers to invest in social connection for a healthier, more connected Canada. You can find out more about the movement at www.GenWell.ca. Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Technology on Human Connection 05:55 Understanding Loneliness and Its Roots 11:28 The Role of Family in Building Connections 17:26 Strategies for Strengthening Family Bonds 23:06 The Importance of Intentionality in Relationships 28:46 Community and Social Health: A Collective Approach 34:15 Real-Life Examples of Connection Making a Difference 40:15 Taking Action: Simple Steps to Reconnect If you've ever felt disconnected despite being constantly "connected," this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and start the conversation. Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who could use a reminder that connection still matters.   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus     

Technology is everywhere, at the dinner table, in bedrooms, and in the hands of our children. In this episode of The Power of Family, we explore Tech vs Talk, a timely conversation about how screens are reshaping family relationships, communication, and emotional well-being across generations. Joined by Mary Kathryn Liscinski, a licensed mental health counselor with over 14 years of experience working with individuals and families, the conversation dives into what parents and caregivers are seeing every day: increased conflict over screen time, rising anxiety and depression among young people, disrupted sleep, and growing disconnection at home. Together, they unpack how screen use affects the developing brain, why children and teens are especially vulnerable, and how online pressures like comparison, bullying, and unsafe interactions are impacting youth mental health. This episode isn't about blaming technology or parents. It's about awareness, balance, and solutions. You'll hear practical ideas for setting healthier boundaries, strengthening face-to-face communication, and creating emotionally safe spaces where families can reconnect and grow. If you've ever wondered how to protect your child while staying connected in a digital world, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and hope.   TAKEAWAYS Technology creates a virtual sleepover environment for children. There is a significant generational gap in technology understanding. Mental health issues among youth are rising due to screen time. Screens have addictive properties similar to drugs. Social media is identified as a major cause of mental health problems. Excessive screen time affects brain development in young people. Parents should enforce no technology in bedrooms. AI lacks moral values and should not replace human interaction. Healthy brain development requires face-to-face communication. Setting boundaries around technology use is essential for family health.   Guest Bio: Mary Catherine Liscinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Christian Life Coach. She has been a counselor for 14 years; in 2022 she became certified to treat Digital Addiction (smartphones, social media, and video games). She has her own practice and can coach anywhere in the United States. She loves working with teens, adults, and families, she has a passion for seeing families thrive. In her spare time, she loves to read and be outside, and when she can read outside, it's the best of both worlds.    Chapters 00:00 Precap & Intro 02:49 Understanding the Technology Gap: Bridging Generational Divides 05:43 Mental Health Crisis: The Alarming Effects of Screen Time 11:32 Addiction and the Brain: Understanding Screen Dependency 17:22 Navigating Online Dangers: Protecting Our Children 20:09 The Importance of Face-to-Face Communication 23:24 AI and Its Implications: Conversations Without Conscience 26:02 Healing Relationships: Strategies for Family Connection 29:07 Creating Healthy Boundaries: Screen Time Management 32:47 The Future of Family Dynamics: Embracing Technology Responsibly   If this conversation resonates, take a moment to listen and reflect on how technology shows up in your family life. 🎧 Listen in, subscribe, and share this episode with a family who's navigating the same questions. If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus         

In this trailer from The Power of Family Podcast, we explore a powerful yet gentle entry point to healing: writing as a tool for emotional release and self-healing. When family pain feels overwhelming and forgiveness feels impossible, this practice offers a place to begin. This episode touches on: Healing trauma and emotional pain Faith beyond religion and self-belief Forgiveness in families and generational healing Writing for mental health and emotional clarity If you're navigating family conflict, unresolved pain, or the effects of past trauma, this conversation offers a compassionate starting point. Trauma does not mean you are broken—it means there is something within you asking to be released. Even if you're not ready, willingness is enough. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode to explore faith, forgiveness, and family healing—starting with yourself.

Forgiveness is often demanded in families before pain is ever understood. This leads to resentment, silence, and emotional distance even when love is still present.   In this episode, Rev. Melissa Moorer Nobles joins Terry Willis and Dr. Sonia Toledo to explore how healing begins with willingness, self-reflection, and repairing old family roles without spiritual bypassing or forced reconciliation.   You'll learn grounded practices like stream-of-consciousness writing, stillness, nature as support, and a two-chair dialogue tool to help reframe hurt and move toward repair. About the guest: Rev. Melissa's ministry is Joy. She is a dynamic Spiritual Life Coach, Ordained Interfaith Minister, Inspirational Speaker, and Spiritual Teacher devoted to supporting people in transforming their lives from the inside out. With compassion and clarity, she guides individuals to uproot limiting beliefs and align with their divine identity. Her joyful approach weaves together spiritual psychology, universal principles, spiritual practices, and evolving consciousness to empower us to live authentically and abundantly. Rev. Melissa reminds us that healing begins within and that every part of the journey, even the struggles, is sacred and purposeful. Rev. Melissa serves as the Spiritual Leader of the Rockland Center for Spiritual Living, a New Thought community in New York, where she brings her signature blend of humor, heart, and spiritual wisdom to every message she shares. She is also the creator and host of Morning SIP with Rev. Melissa on YouTube, offering daily doses of inspiration and practical spirituality for everyday living. Her message is clear: "Live life InJoy. Connect to Your Yes!" Rev. Melissa lives joyfully in Westchester County with her husband and their spirited cat, Davie.  She is proud her twin daughters are attending HBCUs.   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus     

In this powerful episode of The Power of Family, hosts Terry Willis and Dr. Sonia Toledo sit down with family therapist Julie Hall for a deeply insightful conversation about the widening generational gap and what it truly takes to bridge it. Julie brings more than 15 years of clinical experience to this discussion, unpacking the emotional patterns, family dynamics, and inherited beliefs that quietly shape how we parent, how we communicate, and how our young people respond. Together, we explore: Why today's generation gap feels more intense than ever How defensiveness and withdrawal show up in families even when we're trying our best Why kids shut down or "push back" How to shift from correcting behavior to understanding what's underneath The surprising reason rupture and repair make families stronger than avoidance ever could The balance between warmth and structure that every child needs How humility and apology reshape family culture And the foundational question that every adult must begin with: "What is happening inside of me before I respond to my child?" Julie also shares accessible tools you can begin using right away, including the "three H's" the importance of family rituals, and how to regulate your own nervous system so your children can borrow emotional stability from you. Whether you're a parent, educator, caregiver, or someone working to heal your own generational patterns, this episode offers grounded wisdom and hope. Because the generation gap isn't the problem it's the invitation.   About the guest: Julie Hall holds a Bachelor's of Science in Economics from New York University, a Master's in Business Administration from Rutgers University and a Master's of Science in Marriage and Therapy from Seattle Pacific University. She also completed her certification in Trauma Informed Clinical Practice from NYU's Silver School of Social Work in December 2022. Prior to pursuing her career in therapy, she enjoyed over ten years working in fast paced technology sectors including nonprofit, government, start up and established consumer facing companies. Before entering into private practice, Julie worked for the Greenwich Center for Hope & the Seattle Pacific University Counseling Center working with students, parents, couples, and families around many issues including anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and trauma. In addition, she has walked many engaged and committed couples through premarital counseling as a Certified Prepare and Enrich Instructor. Julie is experienced in mindfulness training and is trained in the treatment of trauma. In part due to her own life experiences, she also has a deep desire to walk alongside women and couples who are experiencing fertility challenges and has provided clinical support and facilitation for the Pacific Northwest Mind/Body Fertility Program in Seattle. Julie is also experienced in facilitating various support groups for sexual abuse recovery and coping with divorce grief. In addition, she has training in racial trauma and healing. Julie is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, all of which are tools she uses in her work with families, couples and individuals to support them in their journey toward healing and wholeness. Julie also recently completed "the Inclusive Therapist Learning Series: Tending to Racial Trauma in Crisis" and is committed to doing the work as a clinician and person of color to hold and tend to stories of racial trauma with mindfulness and care. Julie is licensed in the states of Connecticut and New York as an LMFT and has lived in New Jersey, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and now makes her home with her family including two rescue pups in Greenwich, CT. ✨ New to the podcast? Start here. This is one of our most powerful conversations yet. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus    If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation.  

Family therapist Julie Hall drops a powerful truth that sets the tone for our next episode: "We treat others how we treat ourselves." If we ignore or minimize our own emotional experience, we often do the same with our kids. If our inner voice is harsh, rushed, or critical, that tone can spill into our parenting without us even noticing. This short audio trailer offers a glimpse into our upcoming conversation, "The Generation Gap Is Real," airing December 11th. In the full episode, we dig into: how parents' emotional habits shape family dynamics why today's generational gap feels so intense the tools families can use to repair and reconnect 🎧 Full episode drops December 11th www.thepoweroffamilyus.com

In this special post-Thanksgiving episode of The Power of Family, Terry sits down with two people who carry his legacy in real time: his granddaughter, Tanijah, and his grandson, Tanyen Jr. What begins as a warm family check-in quickly becomes real talk—about grief, distance, generational gaps, and the courage it takes to say, "I needed you, and I still want you in my life." Together with co-host Dr. Sonia Toledo, they explore: What happens when a grandchild finally puts words to the question, "Where were you?" How a grandchild is determined to break patterns and build generational wealth—without passing on generational pain The tension between being "business-minded" and being emotionally present How families can begin mending old hurts with honest conversations, even when they live in different states Recorded around Thanksgiving, this episode is a love letter to second chances, to elders willing to listen, and to young adults brave enough to speak from the heart. Listen in, then ask yourself: What real conversation is my family ready to have next? ❤️ Give the Gift of Connection If this episode inspires you to honor the people you love, explore our Power of Family custom apparel and gifts—thoughtful pieces created to celebrate connection this holiday season. Shop here   If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠  Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus     

Join Terry Willis and Dr. Sonia Toledo in an open, honest conversation about how "The Power of Family" was born, starting from a simple moment of vulnerability, evolving into a mission to help families talk, listen, and love more deeply. Together they share their personal stories, the turning point that ignited their brand, and the vision for a podcast that connects generations, boosts emotional resilience, and builds meaningful legacies. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teen, or simply someone who values connection, you'll walk away with new insights into how family culture is shaped and the courage to start the conversation. Key Takeaways: Why silence in families can cost legacy How one small story can lead to big change What it means to build a brand rooted in empathy and connection How you can bring these ideas into your own home today If you're ready to deepen connection in your family or community, hit subscribe and leave us a review, it helps others join the conversation. Learn more: ⁠https://thepoweroffamilyus.com⁠ Follow Us on Soical Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/thepoweroffamilyus  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepoweroffamilyus  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoweroffamilyus  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepoweroffamilyus/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepoweroffamilyus