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Ep. 68: Decorating Your Daughter's Dorm Room + Tips for Freshman Year (with Elizabeth Edwards of Dorm Decor)
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With all the sadness that your daughter's senior year of high school can bring, it helps to have a happy distraction. It's fun to plan and think about her home away from home. Join Kari and Elizabeth Edwards (a mom of two girls at Ole Miss) as they share tips on choosing dorm room essentials, preparing your daughter for the highs and lows of college, helping her with time management, and being her biggest cheerleader. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
May 14, 2023 |
Ep. 67 : The College Transition - 6 Ways to Navigate It Well (with Mary Frances Robertson)
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One key component to thriving in college is deciding ahead of time who you want to be and how you plan to live. In other words, being INTENTIONAL. Join Kari and her friend, Mary Frances Robertson, a recent University of Alabama graduate, as they talk about being intentional during your campus years with your time, your relationships, and your life goals. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Apr 20, 2023 |
Ep. 66: Teaching Our Daughters about Money - and Realistic Expectations for Marriage (with Kim Anderson)
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One big source of conflict in marriage is financial stress. Even 2 people raised in the same socioeconomic class can have drastically different ideas about money - and how to spend it. Shaped by social media and an age of affluence, many girls treat their dates like an ATM machine and aspire to a materialistic lifestyle their young husbands can't afford. They have unrealistic expectations that lead to arguments, disillusionment, and debt. Join Kari and Kim Anderson as they discuss ways to help your daughter build healthy ideas about money and learn the value of a dollar. o Follow Kim on Instagram o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Mar 24, 2023 |
Ep. 65: Marriage & Reconnecting with Your Spouse (with Kim Anderson)
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When you're busy raising kids, things get sacrificed. What often ends up on the backburner during the divide-and-conquer years of raising teenagers is your marriage. Join Kari and Nashville counselor Kim Anderson, both married for 25 years, as they talk about reconnecting with your spouse and finding your way back to each other. o Follow Kim on Instagram |
Mar 12, 2023 |
Ep. 64: The Good Girl in Comparison (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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As humans, we long to believe we are good. And for teens especially, it's tempting to gauge yourself against peers and think you're doing well when your choices aren't as bad as their choices. You're considered a "good girl" or "good guy," but what you really are is a good girl/guy in comparison. God calls us to a higher standard. He wants us to look at Jesus, not people, when seeing where we have room to improve. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about virtue and not settling for a life of spiritual mediocrity. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Feb 26, 2023 |
Ep. 63: 5 Things Teen Boys & Young Men Should Know (with Will Hudson)
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Today's culture tells boys that being "the man" is all about dominance, conquests, and becoming the loudest person in the room. For parents trying to raise godly sons...and boys who care about their faith...fighting that tension between what gets celebrated by society and what God desires can be a real struggle. |
Jan 30, 2023 |
Ep. 62: Sibling Rivalry & Helping Your Kids Get Along (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Most moms dream about their children being close. They worry about sibling rivalry and the quiet comparison, competition, and jealousy that can undermine these relationships. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about family dynamics and celebrating the unique strengths and personalities that each child brings to the table. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Jan 25, 2023 |
Ep. 61: Making Friends in College (With Ella Kampakis)
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For girls of all ages, friendships matter, and when you're in college, your friends become your family. They're your home away from home. Join Kari in this first episode with her oldest daughter, Ella, as she shares wisdom and practical advice on initiating, navigating, and sustaining real friendships. This episode is packed with helpful tips, and you don't want to miss it! o Follow Ella on Instagram |
Jan 08, 2023 |
Ep. 60: The Restorative Power of Rest (With Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Making time for rest helps you be more effective when you work. Rather than give 80 percent because you're tired, you can give 100 percent because you replenished your reserves. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about incorporating rest into your life routine. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Jan 02, 2023 |
Ep. 59: Helping Your Daughter Find Good Friends & Influences
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For teenagers today, friendship is often a source of stress, not comfort. And for mothers today, it's hard to know what to know how to guide them when things go south or just evolve. Join Kari as she shares some talking points on how to help your daughter find friends, keep friends, and - most importantly - become the friend she hopes to find. This episode comes from the friendship chapter of Kari's book, LOVE HER WELL. Ep. 59 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Dec 01, 2022 |
Ep. 58: Dealing with Disappointment in Your Friendships (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Disappointment is a part of life - but when it happens with the people you're doing life with, it can rock your world. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they take about navigating the ups and downs of friendship and finding your anchor of hope. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Nov 20, 2022 |
Ep. 57: Choosing Your Words Wisely (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Learning to speak life takes intention and thought. It is often two steps forward, one step back. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about the power of words, waiting for the right time, and using your voice for good. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Nov 13, 2022 |
Ep. 56: The Power of Prayer (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Prayer is a conversation with God where we speak to Him and then listen as He speaks to us. One great gift we can give a loved one is to pray for them and over them, remembering what the Bible says about God being with present when two or more are gathered in His name. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about prayer and what it has meant in their lives. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Oct 24, 2022 |
Ep. 55: Living Out Your Christian Faith (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Living out your Christian faith brings many hurdles and decision points. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they share stories about God's work in their lives and what it means to be a light, take small steps of obedience, and bank on eternal truths. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Oct 10, 2022 |
Ep. 54: Trusting God in Dating, Marriage, and Being Single (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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Nothing can derail a teenager quicker than an unhealthy romance or making an idol of romance. Join Kari and Mary Lauren as they talk about love that reflects the heart of Christ and finding peace & joy in being single. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Sep 23, 2022 |
Ep. 53: Raising Teens to Make Good Choices - Yet Not Judge Their Classmates (with Mary Lauren Burdeshaw)
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A teen's choices set the trajectory for their life. Even friend choices play a major role in the kind of future they'll have. But how do you teach your teen to make good choices, and choose good company, while not judging peers who take a different route? What are signs that your well-behaved teen has a heart issue with pride? How can teens intervene when a friend goes off the rails and needs a loved one to take action? Join Kari and her friend Mary Lauren, a recent college graduate, as they unpack an important conversation for Christian families today. o Contact Kari: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Sep 11, 2022 |
Ep. 52: Is Negative Self-Talk Hurting Your Motherhood?
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Your thought life as a mother – and what you choose to believe – matters deeply. It can make you feel hopeful or hopeless, optimistic about the future or stuck in despair and regret. Join Kari as she offers insight on how to create lifegiving scripts that enable you to become the person (and mother) you're meant to be. Ep. 52 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Sep 02, 2022 |
Ep. 51: Raising a Kind Daughter
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It's not enough to tell our kids to "be kind." They need real-life examples of what kindness looks like - and parents who model it. Join Kari as she shares this story that went viral almost 10 years ago and is just as relevant today as it was back then. Ep. 51 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Aug 16, 2022 |
Ep. 50: Celebrating 50 (Hope for Your Life's Second Act)
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When your birthday hits the half-century mark, you've got a lifetime of memories under your belt. You hit an interesting crossroads of simultaneously reflecting on the past & wondering about the future. Join Kari as she shares thoughts on turning 50 - and why it's a great place to be. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Aug 07, 2022 |
Ep. 49: Hope for Single Moms
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Whether you are married or single, God loves you, and that love doesn’t change even as your relationships do. Join Kari as she shares encouragement for moms who shoulder more responsibility than most and dig deep into their faith. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Jul 31, 2022 |
Ep. 48: Secrets to Being a Strong Mom (With Nashville Counselor Kim Anderson)
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Becoming a strong & healthy mom is a journey. In good seasons, it may feel natural, and in hard seasons, it may feel impossible. Join Kari as she talks to her wise friend Kim Anderson about the impediments that trip us up and how to work toward healing, wholeness, and becoming the best version of ourselves. o Follow Kim on Instagram o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Jul 24, 2022 |
Ep. 47: Boy Moms, Teach Your Sons to Be Good First Boyfriends
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Too often, girls settle for bad boyfriends because they don't know better. They've never had a guy treat them well, and without that comparison, they settle. Join Kari as she shares thoughts to help your son be that boyfriend who sets a high bar and ultimately attracts high-caliber girls into his life. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact: kari@karikampakis.com, Instagram, and Facebook |
Jul 17, 2022 |
Ep. 46: 20 Things College Girls Should Know
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Some tips on how to navigate this major life transition and enjoy college while keeping a good head on your shoulders. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 10, 2022 |
Ep. 45: Fighting the Epidemic of Burned-Out Moms
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Burnout among moms is at an all-time high. We know we need self-care, but we think of it in two opposite extremes: either the Spa Day Mentality (a constant mindset of “I’ll treat myself because I deserve it”) or the Mommy Martyrdom Mentality (a mindset of “my kids are my world, and I can’t do anything for myself”). Join Kari as she discusses a healthy middle ground that strengthens you, expands your bandwidth, and builds wellness from the inside out. Ep. 45 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
May 09, 2022 |
Ep. 44: Moms: Your Purpose is Bigger than Motherhood
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Too often, women underestimate themselves - or mistakenly believe their purpose is over once their kids leave home. But the truth is, at every age, the world needs your gifts and wisdom. You have a purpose even greater than your family and home. Join Kari for an encouraging word and an important reminder about the best gift you have to offer: your mother’s heart. Ep. 44 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
May 01, 2022 |
Ep. 41: 4 Things that Can Ruin Your Motherhood
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What keeps you from finding peace and joy as a parent? What are common mindsets or missteps that trip up parents today? Join Kari as she talks about what it means to be human - and let your children witness your humanity too. Ep. 41 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Apr 10, 2022 |
Ep. 40: Moms, Rewrite the Negative Scripts in Your Head
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Counselors often talk about the “tapes” in a person’s head that play on repeat. Over time, these tapes (often untrue) form negative thought loops and unhealthy mindsets that affect us and the people we love. Join Kari as she shares tips on how to identify and interrupt the loops that hold you back and create healthier ones that set you free. Ep. 40 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Apr 03, 2022 |
Ep. 39: Moms, Make Time for Your Friends
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For girls and women, friends are like oxygen. They make life better, they "get us" like no one else, they induce side-splitting laughter, and they make impossible days feel bearable. If you've found your people, give thanks, and if you haven't, have hope. The best lessons in friendship often come during the loneliest seasons of friendship, and as Kari explains, those lonely seasons can help you "up" your friendship game and become the friend you hope to find. Ep. 39 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Mar 20, 2022 |
Ep. 38: Help Your Teen Daughter Manage Her Emotions
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Healthy relationships require emotional intelligence. And since relationships matter deeply to girls, emotional intelligence should too. Join Kari as she shares some thoughts on helping your daughter process her emotions in healthy ways and be the calm influence that she needs. Ep. 38 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Mar 13, 2022 |
Ep. 37: Help Your Child Fight Anxiety by Strengthening Yourself
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We live in anxious times, and studies show that 1 out of every 3 kids now struggle with anxiety. As moms, how can we help the next generation? How can we better manage our anxiety and be the strong parents our children need? Join Kari as she shares practical tips on how to be healthy mentors and guides. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Mar 06, 2022 |
Ep. 36: Why Moms Need Rest
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As moms, we carry the weight of the world on our shoulders. We fear what will happen if the mothership goes down. Who will hold the family together? What if our rest leads to chaos – and we end up more stressed than before? But rest is essential to long-term health, and without it, the mothership will go down in even bigger ways. Join Kari as she talks about finding rest in a busy and restless world. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Feb 26, 2022 |
Ep. 35: Girls, Don't Ignore Red Flags When Dating
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For teenage girls, dating can feel fun and exciting - yet also confusing and emotional. A guy who starts off being a dream come true can soon show signs of being controlling, narcissistic, and mentally abusive. Join Kari as she shares insights to help today's girls recognize some common red flags and trust their instincts when it comes to romance. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Feb 12, 2022 |
Ep. 34: 10 Ways to Love a Teenager
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Raising teenagers brings a lot of mystery - and one of the biggest mysteries is how to love them when they're pushing back or acting unlovable. Join Kari as she shares 10 quick tips on how to show you care as your child becomes an adolescent. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 25, 2022 |
Ep. 32: Talking to Your Child about Hurtful Adults
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As parents, we expect to see some rudeness or meanness from kids, but when it’s an adult interaction that catches our child off-guard, it's confusing. Join Kari as she shares thoughts on navigating these situations and using them to help your child decide who they do and don't want to be. o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 17, 2022 |
Ep. 31: 5 Things Your Daughter Should Know about Chasing Boys
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There are certain things in life worth waiting for - and a really awesome guy is one of them. Unfortunately, our world has devalued the art of waiting. We want our heart’s desire now, and for teenage girls eager to fall in love, that eagerness can get the best of them. Join Kari as she shares talking points you can use to discuss healthy dating with your daughter. Ep. 31 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 10, 2022 |
Ep. 30: Moms, A New Book for YOU
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What if taking care of yourself was the first step to helping your family thrive? What if you truly believed that you can only take your children as far as you've come - and raising healthy kids begins with them seeing a healthy mom? Join Kari for an exciting announcement about a new book for mothers that celebrates wellness from the inside out. Launching April 5, 2022. Ep. 30 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 03, 2022 |
Ep. 29: Encouragement for College Girls
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College is a time to either neglect your faith -- or take your faith to the next level. It's a season of life that sets the stage for your relationships, your career, your health, and your future. Join Kari as she talks to Mary Lauren Burdeshaw, a senior at Auburn University, about the challenges that college girls face and how a strong spiritual life fits into the picture. Ep. 21 Show Notes: o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Dec 06, 2021 |
Ep. 28: Want to Help Your Daughter? Be Her Emotional Coach
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Helping your daughter learn to read and regulate her emotions is one of the best gifts you can give her. It will benefit her in every relationship, job, and life calling she has. Join Kari as she shares some thoughts on raising emotionally intelligent girls and how to stay strong as a mom when your daughter unleashes on you. Ep. 28 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Oct 02, 2021 |
Ep. 27: Raising Kids in an Age of Superstars
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It's human nature to compare, and for children today - growing up in an age of wonderkids and superhuman teenagers - it's hard not to compare your performance to the best and feel dumb or inadequate. Yet there are many ways to be smart, many ways to succeed, and many ways to unlock talent. Join Kari as she offers insight on hidden gifts and potential that can't be measured in a classroom - or predicted by a report card. Ep. 27 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Sep 18, 2021 |
Ep. 26: 10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know
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Most people agree that middle school is just AWKWARD. It's a time of upheaval, transition, and major changes socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally. Join Kari as she shares words of hope and encouragement about one of life’s trickiest transitions and offers a big picture perspective - as well as some humor - to help you through it. Ep. 26 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 31, 2021 |
Ep. 25: 5 Things to Tell Your Kids Before They Go Back to School
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The beauty of a new school year is how it presents a clean slate. It allows us to move forward with intention and purpose. Join Kari as she shares 5 things that can help your child positively impact their classmates’ lives. Ep. 25 Show Notes: o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 23, 2021 |
Ep. 24: When Close Friends Drift Apart (Helping Your Daughter Navigate the Loss)
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The end of a friendship can be devastating, especially for teenage girls. And for moms of teen girls, it is heartbreaking to see the pain, self-doubt, and worries a girl has when a shake-up or break-up occurs. Join Kari as she talks about this common issue and how to better frame, understand, and navigate the loss as you help your daughter through it. o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jun 19, 2021 |
Ep. 23: Body Positivity, Eating Disorders, and Raising Healthy Girls with Alice Churnock
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In a world of Instagram, filters, and 24/7 comparison, keeping a positive body image is harder than ever. For moms raising girls, there is heightened awareness of the issues that affect a girl's relationship with food and her body. Join Kari and Alice Churnock, an Adolescent Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, for this important conversation and how moms can best navigate this important subject at home. |
May 05, 2021 |
Ep. 21: The Challenge of Our 40s: Learning to “Be the Adult”
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Some of your hardest seasons of parenting are also your hardest seasons of life. And in your 40s - a time of major transition as you're raising teens, launching teens, burying parents, and facing Big League Stress - it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unequipped. Join Kari as she talks about the wrestling she's done and the insights that helped her better understand and navigate this season. o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Apr 19, 2021 |
Ep. 20: Talking to Your Daughter About "Mean Girls"
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In a world that lacks kindness, mean behavior is on the rise. And for children and teens, just beginning to see how hurtful people can be, the wounds can be deep and devastating. In this episode, Kari offers a framework to help you explain mean girl behavior, discuss an empowered response, and point your daughter toward the high road that God can ultimately bless. EPISODE 20 Show Notes: o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Mar 27, 2021 |
Ep. 19: When You Don't Care for Your Son's Girlfriend
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One of the fastest ways for your son (or your daughter) to get off-track is through a bad relationship with the opposite sex. Yet what wise parents know is how bluntly stating your opinion can push a teenager away and deeper into the arms of a bad influence. Join Kari as she tackles this topic inspired by a group text among old friends. As kids grow up, parents move from a position of power to a position of influence, and Kari will share ideas on how to talk about healthy dating in a way that inspires your teenager to listen. o Sissy Goff's book The Back Door to Your Teen's Heart o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Feb 27, 2021 |
Ep. 18: Please Don't Tell Your Daughter "Girls are Mean"
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You may have said it - or wanted to say it. When your daughter comes home crying after another girl hurts her, it’s tempting to repeat this popular cliché. But is it helpful? And can it deter girls from building real friendships if they believe this stereotype is 100% true? Join Kari as she offers an alternative - and more hopeful - point of view. This message is also available as a post on Kari’s blog. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 16, 2021 |
Ep. 17: Helping Your Child Resolve Peer Conflict
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When trouble arises between your child and a friend or classmate, your first instinct is not always your best instinct. You can amplify matters by getting involved too quickly. Join Kari as she offers 4 guidelines to help you think through situations and guide your child in a crucial relationship skill. This message is also available on Kari's blog. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jan 09, 2021 |
Ep. 16: To the Girl with a Broken Heart
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The teen years bring new experiences - like dating and breaking up. When your daughter ends a relationship with a guy she really liked, it can be painful. Join Kari as she shares thoughts to offer comfort and hope to your daughter (or son) after a breakup. This message will also be available as a new article on Kari's blog. Ep. 16 Show Notes: o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Nov 14, 2020 |
Ep. 15: Every Mom Needs a Safe Place to Vent (That's Not Facebook)
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As a mom, you need to vent. You need safe places to be real and process your rawest, most nitty-gritty emotions. Oftentimes, however, what should keep as private conversations with friends turn into public conversations on Facebook - leading to hurt feelings, damaged relationships, and dirty laundry that's better unaired. Join Kari as she talks about the importance of having an adult network that lets you get frustrations off your chest and calm down so you can stay strong for your children and credible online. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Nov 01, 2020 |
Ep. 14: When Your Daughter Doubts Her Beauty
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Most females are hard on themselves - and even more detrimental than the critics of this world are the critics inside their heads. Join Kari as she talks about self-image, self-love, the conversations our daughters have with themselves, and how we - as mothers - can take to heart the same lessons we aim to teach. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Oct 24, 2020 |
Ep. 13: Want Your Teen to Listen? Be Concise
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Do you ever get too chatty and see your teenagers' eyes glaze over as you give life lessons? With teens, attention spans are limited, and you are lucky to get 30 seconds of a life lesson in. Being clear, concise, and brief – and not asking too many questions – helps keep them talking. It enables deeper, more meaningful conversations. Join Kari as she shares what she's learned about being heard by the next generation. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Oct 17, 2020 |
Ep. 12: When Your Child Says "I'm Ready" - But You're Not
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Motherhood is a constant dance of loving children and letting them go. As teenagers turn 16, it ushers in a new season where graduation feel startingly close and new emotions start to evolve. Join Kari as she shares thoughts on navigating these emotions and watching kids growing up. This message is also available as a new article on Kari's blog. o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Camp Hollymont o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Oct 10, 2020 |
Ep. 11: 10 Dating Truths Girls Should Know
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Even if you tell your daughter all the right messages at home, she'll hear all the wrong messages from the world. In dating, it's easy for girls to get misguided and misled as they search for true love. Join Kari for this crucial conversation that offers talking points to share as you have dialogue about boys. An abridged version of this message is also available as a new article on Kari's blog. o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Oct 03, 2020 |
Ep. 10: God's Grace is Bigger than Any Parent Fail (with Alice Churnock)
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No parent is perfect - we know that - yet in the journey of parenthood, we struggle to show ourselves grace. We believe the enemy's lies that keep us feeling defeated rather than living with the hope of Christ. |
Sep 26, 2020 |
Ep. 9: 15 Conversations to Have with Your Teenage Daughter
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Today's teenagers get inundated with voices - people telling them who to be, what to do, and how to think - and they need their parents' help to tune into God's quiet whisper. In this episode, Kari shares key conversations to help you connect with your teenager, prepare her for the road ahead, and get her thinking about her choices before she's in a situation. With topics that range from mental health and eating disorders to spiritual warfare and learning to say no, this is one conversation you don't want to miss. o Kari’s new book for moms: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Sep 13, 2020 |
Ep. 8: Don't Struggle Alone
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God created us for community so that we won’t do life alone. Too often, however, we keep our struggles to ourselves and suffer in silence. In this episode, Kari encourages parents to create a family climate of truth telling and raw honesty. She shares how she spent half her life bottling up her emotions and hiding her most vulnerable side – until taking baby steps in the right direction helped her push past fear and awkwardness. When we bring our deepest truths to light, we build deeper, richer, and more authentic relationships. We gain protection from the enemy and the support and strength we need to get through our darkest days. o Kari’s new book for moms: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Dorotheos of Gaza: Discourses and Sayings o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Aug 29, 2020 |
Ep. 7: Be Your Child's Prayer Warrior
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God answers prayers - but He can’t answer prayers that we don’t pray. Even if you're new to faith, or walking just one step ahead of your child, you can be a powerful prayer warrior. You can equip your child spiritually and point them to the source of all peace. In this episode, Kari shares chapter 10 from the audiobook of Love Her Well: Pray for Her and Empower Her Through Faith. Join Kari for specific prayers relevant to children and teenagers, and for encouragement in speaking prayers that outlive your time on earth. EPISODE 8 Show Notes: o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Aug 22, 2020 |
Ep. 6: Protecting Your Teenager's Privacy
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As moms, we want our teenagers to confide in us. We long to be their safe place and sounding board, yet earning their trust is a privilege that we lose if we betray their confidence. When parents divulge too much, teenagers shut down or quit talking together. In this episode, Kari talks about protecting your teenager’s privacy while still getting the support you need to parent through a challenging season. As your kids grow older, your circle of trusted advisors gets smaller, and being aware of what is your story to tell and what is your child’s story to tell can make all the difference in whether they share the intricate details of their lives.
o Pre-order Kari’s new book, releasing Tuesday, Aug. 18: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Aug 15, 2020 |
Ep. 5: Help Your Daughter Find (and Use) Her Voice
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Girls today need healthy assertion. As girls learn to speak up for themselves, they gain the courage to speak up – and speak out – for others. Unfortunately, girls get conflicting advice about what it means to be a strong woman, especially in a world where many voices are hostile, abrasive, and rude. In this episode, Kari shares ideas on how to speak the truth in love, take up for yourself (and others), identify situations that call for a strong voice, and be an effective communicator. o Educated and The Glass Castle o Pre-order Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Aug 02, 2020 |
Ep. 4: What Teenage Girls Wish Their Mothers Knew
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Ever wonder what your daughter is thinking? Ever been at a loss over why you rubbed her the wrong way? Today’s episode is for any mother who wishes she could crack the code or get a glimpse into the teenage girl mystique. Teenagers don’t care what we know until they know that we care, and by being aware of some common thoughts, we may find entry points to build stronger connections. o Pre-order Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 26, 2020 |
Ep 3: Fight For Your Teenage Daughter, Not With Your Teenage Daughter
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For many women, having a baby girl is a dream come true. Yet as girls grow up, the narrative of innocence and joy changes to gloom and doom as moms are told, “Just wait until she’s a teenager!” and handed a disheartening script that treats a teenage girl’s final years at home as solely a season to survive. In this episode, Kari talks about picking your battles, practicing healthy conflict resolution, and being on the same team. With today’s girls facing unprecedented challenges, they need parents and mentors to love and guide them – even in times of tension – with a spirit of hope, unity, and strength.
o Dr. Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers o Dr. Lisa Damour’s Untangled o Pre-order Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook
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Jul 19, 2020 |
Ep 2: The Backstory Behind Kari's Upcoming Book for Moms
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At an event in 2018, Kari gave a talk titled “How to Love a Teenager” that was inspired by personal mistakes. Afterward, a mom came up to her, pointed, and boldly declared, “That needs to be your next book.” Immediately the lightbulb flashed, and after years of waiting for a new book idea to grab her, Kari finally had an answer. For the next 8 months, she dove into this labor of love, her first book for mothers navigating the teen years. In this episode, Kari shares how her heart for mothers grew exponentially as her daughters became teenagers and she found herself feeling lost, lonely, and out of her league. With compassion for a mother’s journey and firm belief in God’s desire to bridge mothers and daughters, Kari explains how her latest book, releasing in August, will meet mothers where they are – yet not leave them there. Episode 2 Show Notes: o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 16, 2020 |
Ep 1: Coaching Your Daughter Through Friend Drama
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Girls care deeply about their friendships, yet in today’s world, friendships often create more stress than comfort. In this episode, Kari goes behind the scenes to address the #1 heartache that girls struggle with and equip mothers to guide and comfort their daughters through social ups and downs. As moms patiently learn to offer a voice of wisdom and a steady source of support, girls learn to navigate peer relationships, work through conflict, take responsibility for their actions, and build healthy friendships. o Dr. Lisa Damour’s Untangled o Pre-order Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/ o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Jul 13, 2020 |
Bonus: Finding Unity Through Christ (An Interview with Toni Vines)
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Years ago, while struggling with a strong-willed toddler, Kari received a book from a friend. It started her on a deeper journey of faith that eventually led her to write Christian books. Join Kari and that friend, Toni, as they talk about race relations in America, leaning in to listen, the power of prayer, and the love of Christ that ultimately transforms hearts. o Dr. Anita Phillips on Facebook (interview with Christine Caine) o Mercy Deliverance Ministries: An ministry that will soon provide fresh produce, in a mobile grocery store, to low-income communities in Birmingham o Contact Toni Vines at avines@mercydf.org |
Jul 02, 2020 |
Bonus: Connecting with Your High Schooler
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Some people have a special way with teenagers, and Officer Richard Knecht is one of them. The face of security at Mountain Brook High School, he's beloved by students and known for creating a safe space where they can seek advice, vent, share their worries, and learn to move forward after making a mistake. Join us for this episode with insight and ideas of how to mentor your high school child and relate to them emotionally. o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Pre-Order Incentives for Love Her Well o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
May 30, 2020 |
Homebound 2020: Praying for Patience (With Others & Yourself)
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Patience doesn't come naturally to most people - especially as we approach 2 months of sheltering at home. In this episode, Kari shares some struggles she's had with patience, and the role of faith in helping make peace with it. o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Pre-Order Incentives for Love Her Well o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
May 06, 2020 |
Homebound 2020: What Losing My Mom Taught Me about Love & Motherhood
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You can't fully appreciate someone until they're gone, and in this episode, Kari unpacks some lessons she's learned since losing her mother in February 2020. Tune in for a heartfelt tribute to the quiet acts of love and the deep devotion of a mother that often go unnoticed - yet create the greatest legacy. o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Pre-Order Incentives for Love Her Well o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Apr 27, 2020 |
Homebound 2020: Quarantined with Teens
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Teenagers thrive on freedom, but with the coronavirus shutting down society and isolating families, teenagers have found their freedom (and wings) temporarily clipped. Some are content at home while others are not, yet on both ends, parents face new challenges of how to help their adolescents navigate this unique situation. Join Kari as she shares ideas on how to connect, bring out your teenager’s creative side, and see the opportunities this situation presents. o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Cake baking supplies for teens o Late Bloomers book o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Apr 13, 2020 |
Homebound 2020: Embrace This Gift of Time
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Homeschooling. Social distancing. Sheltering in place. Working from home. Fear & anxiety...and kids eating you out of the house. For American families, this is the new reality as the COVID-19 spreads. How can we, as parents, make our time in quarantine count? How can we keep a positive outlook when life is fluid and uncertain? Join Kari as she explores these questions and more.
Episode Notes: o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Mar 26, 2020 |
Introducing the Girl Mom Podcast
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Everyone is worried about girls today – and with good reason. Besides the epidemic levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness facing this next generation, they’re struggling in their friendships, measuring their self-worth against Instagram, and feeling the pressure of a world that sets unrealistically high expectations. For moms raising daughters, big questions have emerged: How can we help them thrive? How can we offer wisdom, calm, and strength – and point them to the God who created them for this moment in time? In the Girl Mom podcast, Kari Kampakis, a mom of 4 girls (3 teens and 1 pre-teen!) and author of 3 books, unites women who aim to be strong mothers raising empowered daughters. Addressing the most prominent modern-day issues, Kari helps mothers feel less alone, more encouraged, and more equipped to unleash the potential of their mother-daughter relationships. o Kari’s new book, coming Aug. 2020: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For? o Monica Swanson’s Boy Mom podcast o Kelley Brown’s Storyteller’s Live podcast o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook |
Feb 21, 2020 |