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The EXTRAORDINARY Family Life Podcast

Greg and Rachel Denning

THE podcast for parents with big dreams who want to create an EXTRAORDINARY lifestyle but feel stuck. Greg and Rachel Denning are parents of 7 children whom they"ve traveled with to 60+ countries on 5 continents -- all while homeschooling and building a multi-six-figure location independent biz. Let them show you how to finally break through what"s holding you back so you can achieve your biggest dreams -- even with a family!

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01:00:09

How To Teach Your Kids to Ask Before Doing Things

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2026/08/13

Are you tired of constantly telling your kids "No," "Stop," "Don't touch that," or "Don't do that"?What if the goal isn't to raise children who simply obey—but to raise self-governing kids who know how to think, assess risk, exercise self-control, and make good choices even when you're not there?In this follow-up episode, Greg and Rachel answer a real parenting question: How do you create a family culture where kids listen, communicate, and

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01:10:06

How Do I Give My Child What They Need Without Giving...

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2026/08/06

Many parents believe more rules create better behavior. In reality, too many unnecessary rules often create more conflict, resentment, and power struggles.The goal isn't to control your children—it's to help them become self-governing adults who understand responsibility, think for themselves, and naturally develop high personal standards.When parents provide clear boundaries, loving leadership, and meaningful explanations, children develop confidence, security, and lasting respect.👉 Want help

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00:37:52

The Parenting Shift That Changes Everything: Be the...

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2026/01/21

Are you doing all the right parenting things—but still feeling exhausted, disconnected, and frustrated that nothing is really changing?Have you ever wondered why your kids don’t seem to listen, why your marriage feels off, or why life feels harder than it should—even though you’re “trying” so hard?In this powerful and deeply honest episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood truths about parenting and leadership: humans don’t change through instruction—they change through modeling.We

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00:31:25

How to Rebuild a Broken Connection With Your Child

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2026/01/14

Are you struggling to connect with your child—even though you love them deeply and are trying your best?Have you ever wondered why behavior issues, emotional distance, or constant conflict keep showing up in your family—no matter how hard you work at parenting?In this powerful episode, we break down a truth that changes everything: good parenting ultimately comes down to strong attachment and connection with your children.Whether you’re parenting toddlers, teens, or somewhere in between, every

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00:33:52

How to Parent Without Yelling (And Why Tantrums Stop)

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2026/01/07

Are you tired of yelling—and still dealing with tantrums, defiance, and emotional meltdowns?What if the reason tantrums keep happening isn’t because your child is “misbehaving,” but because something deeper isn’t being addressed?In this episode, Greg & Rachel Denning break down the exact framework they’ve used to practice parenting without yelling—and to prevent tantrums before they start. As parents of seven, they share the six core principles that transformed their family culture from reactive

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00:41:02

Authoritative Parenting Style: Why It Works Best

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2025/12/31

Do you and your spouse disagree about discipline—one of you feels too strict while the other feels too soft?Are your kids pushing boundaries, playing you against each other, or reacting emotionally because expectations aren’t clear?In this episode of the Extraordinary Family Life Podcast, Greg and Rachel Denning break down the authoritative parenting style—and why it’s the gold standard for raising confident, capable, emotionally healthy kids. You don’t need to parent the same way, but you do need

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00:55:50

Stop Sibling Fights Fast (Scripts That Actually Work)

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2025/12/24

Are you exhausted from the nonstop “That’s mine!” “Stop touching me!” “It’s not fair!” battles—and you’re wondering what to say in the moment without yelling or punishing?What if sibling fights weren’t something you “managed”… but something you could actually heal at the root—with simple scripts that build emotional strength, self-awareness, and better behavior over time?In this video, Greg & Rachel Denning (extraordinary parents of 7, world travelers, and family coaches) share real-life,

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00:39:50

3 Strategies to Stop Family Drama in 3 Days (Seriously)

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2025/12/17

Do you feel like the same family conflicts keep resurfacing—no matter how many times you “deal with them”?What if the problem isn’t the conflict… but the drama patterns you’re unknowingly participating in?In this episode of the Extraordinary Family Life Podcast, Greg and Rachel break down the drama triangle—a destructive cycle made up of three familiar roles: victim, rescuer, and persecutor. These roles keep families stuck in emotional reactivity, resentment, and zero real resolution.Here’s the

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00:35:57

Stop the 18-and-Out Myth: Why Teens Don’t Need to...

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2025/12/10

What if the whole idea that your teen “must move out at 18” is one of the biggest parenting myths of our generation?In this episode, Greg and Rachel challenge the cultural belief that independence = separation. They explain why forcing teens into adult life at 18 isn’t just unnecessary—it’s often harmful, developmentally inappropriate, and rooted in a modern social experiment that has produced more loneliness, more mental illness, weaker families, and generations of underprepared young adults.Greg

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00:30:48

Raising Resilient Teens in a Soft, Comfortable World

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2025/12/03

Do you ever look around and think, “Why are teens today so fragile when life is easier than ever?”In this conversation, Greg and Rachel break down why so many young people are anxious, avoidant, and overwhelmed by normal life—and how to raise resilient teens who can actually handle hard things. They unpack the impact of comfort culture, overprotection, and screen-based living, then share practical ways to “microdose” and “macrodose” challenge through workouts, travel, projects, and real-life

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00:32:56

Pursue Your Dreams Without Sacrificing Your Family

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2025/11/26

Do you have a long list of dreams—but no idea where to start?Parents often feel torn between wanting a meaningful, adventurous life…and the realities of raising kids, managing a home, and juggling responsibilities. How do you pick the right dream to pursue first—without sacrificing your marriage, health, or family?In today’s conversation, Greg and Rachel break down the exact five-step process they’ve used for 20+ years to chase bold, meaningful goals while raising seven kids, traveling to over 60

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00:33:27

How to Hold High Standards With Teens (Without Power...

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2025/11/19

Are you trying to set teen boundaries without your child calling you “controlling” or “the worst parent ever”?If you want your teen to live by high standards—around tech, food, friends, habits, and lifestyle—you can’t just make it your standard and enforce it. It has to become their standard. In this episode of the Extraordinary Family Life Podcast, Greg and Rachel break down exactly how they helped their own teens buy in so deeply that they now say things like, “I’m not putting that garbage in my

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00:30:22

How to Stay Calm With Toddlers (Without Losing Yourself)

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2025/11/12

Do your evenings disappear into chaos—feeding, cleaning, and collapsing into bed exhausted? Are you wondering how to stay calm and connected while parenting toddlers who seem to need you every second?In this episode, Greg & Rachel reveal the mindset and framework behind calm parenting toddlers—how to meet your child’s needs without losing yourself, gently transition from co-sleeping, and end night wakings without cry-it-out. You’ll learn why the 0–5 window shapes your child’s identity,

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00:28:49

Joyful Kids Start with You: How to Model Real Happiness

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2025/11/06

Do your kids “catch” your stress—and you hate how quickly the mood at home drops?What if the fastest way to raise happy kids is to model authentic joy (not fake calm)—even while cleaning a messy kitchen?In this video, we unpack how parents set the emotional tone at home—and why your child has been watching you from birth to learn how to do life. You’ll learn how to raise your emotional baseline on purpose (water, breath, sunlight, movement), process triggers so you’re not pretending, and lead with

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00:33:44

How to Stop Toddler Tantrums with Attachment (Without...

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2025/11/05

Are your toddler’s meltdowns leaving you “touched out” and wondering how to stay calm? What if the fastest way to end tantrums is more connection—not more limits?In this video, we break down attachment parenting for toddlers—the practical, science-aligned way to reduce tantrums, boost cooperation, and rebuild calm (in you and your child). You’ll learn why kids imitate your emotions but can’t yet regulate them, how to be the adult in the room, and the exact strategies we used to go 16+ years without

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00:35:31

Parenting Is a Skill: How Attachment Ends Tantrums &...

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2025/10/30

Are you using “attachment parenting” — or accidentally doing permissive parenting?In this eye-opening conversation, Greg & Rachel Denning break down what true attachment parenting is (and isn’t). They share the skills, mindsets, and tools that helped them eliminate tantrums for 16 years and prevent teen rebellion—without yelling, shaming, or rigid control.You’ll learn why parenting is a specific, learnable skill, how to build secure attachment from baby to teen, and where popular advice

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00:56:08

School, Pharma, Religion: Finding the Courage to...

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2025/10/29

Do you ever feel like you’re doing “all the right things” but not seeing real results?In this episode, Greg & Rachel Denning challenge the sacred cows of school, pharma, and religion—not to burn it all down, but to help you keep what serves your family and release what doesn’t. You’ll learn how to shift from transactional box-checking to transformational growth, so your kids develop inner authority, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Big idea: You can honor helpful traditions and

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00:35:17

Guiding vs. Controlling: Routines that Raise...

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2025/10/23

Are you a driven mom who wants to be present—but you’re drowning in overwhelm and “control mode”?This conversation shows you how to get crystal-clear on your family vision, build secure attachment/connection, and set firm, kind boundaries so kids become self-directed—without you turning into the “mean, controlling parent.”In this candid episode, Greg and Rachel break down the yin–yang of parenting—high standards + healthy surrender—so you can lead your family without micromanaging. You’ll learn

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01:23:56

The Truth About Gentle Parenting — Why Extraordinary...

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2025/10/21

Are you tired of hearing about “gentle parenting” — but still want to raise kind, confident, and emotionally intelligent kids?In this powerful episode, Greg and Rachel Denning unpack The Truth About Gentle Parenting — what works, what backfires, and what extraordinary parents are using instead.They reveal how gentle parenting often gets misapplied as permissive parenting, leaving parents exhausted, burned out, and unsure how to hold boundaries without becoming authoritarian. The Dennings share a

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00:34:58

Why Homeschooling Alone Isn’t Enough (And What To Do...

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2025/10/16

Do you want your kids to love learning—and become independent, capable adults who can handle life?Most parents want extraordinary results but stick to ordinary systems. In this video, Greg & Rachel explain why comfortable, convenient methods don’t produce extraordinary results and why true education is lighting a fire, not filling a bucket. You’ll see how to expand beyond the home with worldschooling and real-world experiences, use modern tools for a world-class education, and reclaim both

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