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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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02:01:41

#315 Can’t Get Your Kids to Stop Fighting? Try These...

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2025/06/04

Are you struggling with how to handle conflicts and tough behavior with your kids?Do consequences often feel harsh or ineffective, leaving your family stressed instead of connected?In this episode, we dive deep into using natural consequences as a powerful tool for conflict resolution in your family. Instead of punishments or power struggles, discover how fun yet impactful consequences can teach kids respect, empathy, and responsibility — all while strengthening your family bonds.Raising seven kids

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01:31:56

#314 Getting on the Same Parenting Page —While...

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2025/05/27

Are you and your spouse constantly disagreeing about HOW to best parent your children?Are you wondering if one (or both) of your parenting styles is hurting your child’s emotional growth?And if so, what do you do about it, especially when you disagree so adamantly?In this episode, we unpack the subtle but powerful effects that parenting styles have on children’s development—especially when it comes to raising resilient, well-adjusted kids. Many parents unknowingly adopt habits that hold their

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01:32:39

#313 How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids Without...

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2025/05/21

Do your kids struggle with tantrums, power struggles, or emotional meltdowns—and you’re not sure how to stop the cycle without yelling or harsh discipline?After posting on Instagram about how we raised our 7 kids without yelling, punishments, or power struggles, we received so much interest and questions from parents wanting to know—is it really possible?Yes, it is—and in this episode, we share exactly how we did it.Raising emotionally healthy, well-adjusted kids starts with creating a strong

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00:54:26

#312 Ambitious Moms: Big Dreams & Little Kids — How...

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2025/05/14

Feeling torn between your big dreams and the tiny humans in your care?Do you ever wonder if you’ll ever have the time, energy, or space to pursue the big dreams in your heart — while you're still night nursing, co-sleeping, and managing tantrums between business tasks?You're not alone.In this episode, Rachel gets real about what it takes to be an ambitious mom in the baby and toddler years — and why the real secret isn't doing it all right now... but doing what matters most and learning

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00:28:57

#311 How to Get Your Kids to Stop Fighting and End...

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2025/05/07

Do your kids constantly bicker, tattle, or compete for attention? Are you tired of breaking up fights and wondering if sibling rivalry is just normal?In this episode, we dive deep into how we've navigated sibling dynamics while raising seven kids—without letting rivalry and resentment take over our home.We share the simple but powerful habits that have helped us create a strong family culture where our kids actually like each other and feel secure in their individual roles.You’ll learn why

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00:54:50

#310 The Dark Side of ‘Attachment’ Parenting — How to...

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2025/04/30

Have you ever worried about whether your parenting methods are building real emotional connection—or unintentionally causing harm?We received a thoughtful question from a listener who shared a heartbreaking personal story: while her mom intended to foster attachment, her methods—like forced "holding time"—ended up destroying trust and psychological safety instead.In this episode, we dive deep into what we do and do not mean when we talk about attachment, emotional safety, and parenting

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01:23:56

#309 'Bad' Behavior is a Symptom of THIS Problem --...

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2025/04/23

Are you struggling with constant meltdowns, defiance, rebellion, or other 'bad' behavior from your child—whether they’re 3 or 23?Do you feel disconnected from them and like they won't listen, share, confide, or trust you?Here’s the truth: “bad” behavior is almost never the real issue. It’s a signal—a symptom of something deeper going on beneath the surface… usually a broken or weakened emotional connection with you, their parent.In this episode, we dive into the root cause of most

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01:14:21

#308 ‘Touched Out' or Tired of Tantrums? Here’s How...

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2025/04/16

Are you overwhelmed by your child’s clinginess, emotional meltdowns, tantrums, or constant need for attention?Do you want to be a calm, connected parent—but feel touched out, maxed out, and unsure how to respond without creating 'bad habits' in your children?In this episode, we respond to a heartfelt question from a listener who asked: “How do I support my children when they’re being emotionally needy—but I’m running on empty myself? My husband says I'm forming bad habits in my kids and

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01:18:40

#307 Things You MUST Do if You Want Your Kids to Have...

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2025/04/09

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the idea of providing an exceptional education for your children? Do you want to foster a love of learning while preparing them for a future filled with curiosity and independence?In this second part of a two-part episode, we address a question from a listener—a successful businesswoman and mom of four—who is struggling to balance her career, homeschooling aspirations, and being the most present mom she can be. She’s driven and accomplished, but overwhelmed, seeking a

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00:46:58

#306 How to Achieve Work-Life Balance as a Mompreneur...

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2025/04/02

Are you struggling to balance your business/career while being a present mom at the same time? (We had multiple technical issues with this episode. Please forgive the sudden ending).Achieving work-life balance as a mompreneur can feel impossible, but the small decisions you make every day can either help you manage overwhelm or contribute to burnout.In this episode, we dive deep into how to create a work-life balance without sacrificing your well-being, ambitions, or the time you spend with your

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01:23:01

#305 Helping Kids Develop and Use Their Agency to...

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2025/03/26

Are you struggling with finding the balance between 'guiding' your kids' choices and empowering them with real (but frightening) agency? In this episode, we answer a listener’s thoughtful question about how to support their kids in developing individual agency while still fostering a strong, supportive parental attachment and safe environment that protects from real risk without being overly controlling and 'helicoptering'.This listener wonders if their parenting approach might

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01:06:32

#304 Things We NEVER Do As Parents Who Are Raising...

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2025/03/19

Are you struggling with how to handle your child's tough emotions or challenging behaviors?Did you know that it's the small, everyday habits that are sabotaging your family's happiness and contributing to misbehavior?In this episode, we dive into the things we NEVER do as parents of 7 children to ensure a positive, nurturing family culture that helps our children grow into well-adjusted, confident, and emotionally resilient individuals.Raising kids is no easy task, but cultivating a loving and

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00:57:57

#303 Being Married And Having Children Makes You...

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2025/03/12

Does having children or being married make you more unhappy than single or childless individuals? Many people (rightly) say 'Yes'! That's why more and more people are choosing to remain single, to avoid long-term commitments, and to vow to never have children at all. Because it IS hard and often makes you 'unhappy'.But what if happiness is not the point of life? What if the challenges of marriage and parenting aren't something to avoid, but the very things that make life meaningful? In this episode,

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00:59:32

#302 Trump/Zelensky? Find REAL Truth and Power in a...

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2025/03/05

Are you feeling confused, frustrated, or angry about the noise of politics and social media? Constantly caught between opposing views, trying to figure out what’s true? In this episode, we explore the idea that true change begins with YOU. Instead of getting caught up in the endless political cycle, we focus on self development and taking control of your own life.As the world seems more divided than ever, the only way forward is to navigate through the chaos with a balanced perspective—just like

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01:02:58

#301 Transform Your Parenting with Emotional...

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2025/02/26

"What are some practical steps to change our emotional state? How do we change the energy that we radiate? You guys emphasize that it’s a choice, we can choose... but why does that feel so difficult and strange? How do you do it so that it is genuine and not a mask?"In this episode, Greg and Rachel explore the powerful impact of emotional awareness and emotional intelligence on family life -- especially on your ability to parent well. They dive into these thoughtful questions, explaining

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00:21:26

#300 Practice EXTREME Gratitude for Your Child’s Life...

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2025/02/19

In this powerful episode, we delve into the concept of EXTREME Gratitude — a mindset that can shift the way we experience life's challenges and blessings. Join us as we reflect on the fragility of life and howtragedy can serve as a stark reminder to cherish every precious moment with our children. From personal stories of heartache and near-loss to practical advice for cultivating a deeper sense of appreciation, this episode encourages parents to embrace gratitude over frustration. Learn how you can

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01:03:43

#299 Why We STOPPED Eating Vegetables to Get into the...

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2025/02/12

You don’t eat vegetables???!!!This question came from a listener after hearing Greg and Rachel’s radical approach to nutrition.You might be thinking the same thing, but stick with us –theydive deep into the reasons behind theirdecision to stop eating vegetables,how they moved to an animal-based diet,why salad is a 'toxic sludge',how the food pyramid is a scam,and the evidence on howtransforming their eatingas helped them achieve the best health of their lives -- which includes NO diseases

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00:56:49

#298 Get on the Same Page With Your Spouse to Create...

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2025/02/05

A strong, thriving marriage can bring immense joy and happiness to your life -- but a struggling one can create unnecessary pain and misery. In this episode, Greg and Rachel Denning unlock the secret to "marriage magic" that can be the foundation of true happiness and fulfillment. They share how to break free from marriage mediocrity by setting high expectations for your relationship and making intentional efforts to create something extraordinary. They dive into important topics like

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01:12:32

#297 Is It a 'Sin' That We Are So CERTAIN About What...

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2025/01/29

"Is there room for doubt? Or are you always certain (in this podcast, etc) that your decisions/choices about how to navigate this life are the way everyone should also do things? Because if you are certain, that leaves no room for tolerance or unity, which isn't necessarily a good thing." In this episode, we discuss certainty and the role it plays in the choices we make and the lives we live. We are VERY CERTAIN about many things we talk about on this podcast, but is that always a

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01:02:32

#296 How to Respond to/Deal With In-Laws and Others...

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2025/01/22

In this episode, hosts Greg and Rachel Denning tackle a question from a listener about navigating family dynamics, particularly when your lifestyle choices conflict with those of your in-laws. The listener expresses frustration about her family's refusal to respect her parenting choices, from food habits to childcare practices, and the toll this has taken on her relationship with her in-laws and her own family culture. The Denning’s dive deep into how to respond to family members—especially

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