Chasing Balance
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<p><strong>Chasing Balance</strong> is all about the messy, beautiful, and often chaotic journey of balancing work, family, and everything in between. Hosted by Matt and Deanna—parents of three kids from toddler to teenager—this podcast dives into real-life parenting struggles, wins, and laugh-out-loud moments. Through honest conversations and personal experiences, they explore what it truly means to chase balance in a world that never slows down. Whether you're a busy parent juggling careers and kids or just looking for relatable stories with a dose of humor and motivation, you’re in the right place.</p><p>💡 Chasing Balance: Real-life parenting, one conversation at a time.</p>
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2/1/2025
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Recent Episodes
April 8, 2026
Chasing Balance - Leave Well Enough Alone
<p>Episode 23: Leave Well Enough Alone</p><p>Sometimes our best intentions backfire. In this episode, we dive into the idea that not everything needs fixing—and often, growth comes when we step back and let things be.</p><p><strong>What We Cover in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>🌱 <strong>The Apple Tree Lesson</strong> – A story about care, worry, and the surprising wisdom of doing less.</li><li>👨👩👧 <strong>Parenting Parallels</strong> – From choosing friends to homework battles, how our urge to “prune” our kids’ lives can sometimes stunt their growth instead of supporting it.</li><li>⚖️ <strong>The Tension We All Feel</strong> – Balancing the fear of letting kids stumble with the truth that resilience and confidence are built in those very moments.</li><li>🛑 <strong>Knowing When to Step Back</strong> – Practical signs it’s time to let go: when it’s not harmful, just uncomfortable, or when “helping” is more about our anxiety than their actual need.</li><li>🌸 <strong>Wisdom in Imperfection</strong> – Why real growth—for apple trees and for kids—comes when we allow space for mistakes, resilience, and natural discovery.</li></ul><p><strong>Reflection for Listeners:</strong> Where in your parenting (or even your personal life) could you “leave good enough alone”? We’d love to hear your stories—sometimes the most surprising growth happens when we stop trying to control the outcome.</p>
October 9, 2025
Chasing Balance - Where Have You Been?
<p>It’s been a minute since we’ve been behind the mic! Life got busy with summer activities, kids’ schedules, sports, and the never-ending list of home repairs. In this episode, we’re catching up, reflecting on the chaos, and sharing how we’ve been working (and sometimes failing) to keep balance along the way.</p><p><strong>What We Cover in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Life Lately:</strong> Parenting highs and lows, homeschooling moments, new hobbies, and a few unexpected curveballs.</li><li><strong>Balance Check-In:</strong> Did summer throw us out of balance? From jam-packed schedules to house repairs, we talk about where we struggled—and the little wins that kept us going.</li><li><strong>Looking Ahead:</strong> What’s coming up on Chasing Balance, plus how you can be part of the conversation by sending us your questions.</li><li><strong>Parenting in a Digital World:</strong> Why we gave our toddler a gaming device, how it’s helping with motor skills and cognitive development, and real-life examples (like Brayden and soccer) that show the crossover between play and growth.</li><li><strong>Keeping It Real:</strong> We wrap up with a candid confession, because balance isn’t perfect—and we wouldn’t want it to be.</li></ul><p>Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or you’re tuning in for the first time, thank you for listening and sticking with us. We’re back, refreshed, and excited for what’s ahead!</p>
June 26, 2025
Chasing Balance - The Hard Truth
Parents explore the importance of honesty in raising resilient children, discussing how to navigate tough conversations about rejection, unfairness, and failure to prepare them for the real world in this episode.
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- What is Chasing Balance?
<p><strong>Chasing Balance</strong> is all about the messy, beautiful, and often chaotic journey of balancing work, family, and everything in between. Hosted by Matt and Deanna—parents of three kids from toddler to teenager—this podcast dives into real-life parenting struggles, wins, and laugh-out-loud moments. Through honest conversations and personal experiences, they explore what it truly means to chase balance in a world that never slows down. Whether you're a busy parent juggling careers and kids or just looking for relatable stories with a dose of humor and motivation, you’re in the right place.</p><p>💡 Chasing Balance: Real-life parenting, one conversation at a time.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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