Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew

Today we interviewed the host of the Netflix series How to Get Rich , three-time bestselling author and financial expert, Ramit Sethi! Ramit answered some questions you all sent in about your finances and we honestly learned a lot from him ourselves! Ramit’s latest book, “Money for Couples” helps couples talk about their finances without stress or conflict and teaches them how to build a rich life together. Ramit is so passionate about helping people live their best lives, despite the amount of money in their bank account, and his passion for what he does is contagious. Let us know what you learned in the comments below! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew To learn more about Ramit Sethi https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/ To get Ramit’s latest book “Money for Couples” https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/books/ Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before you say "I do," ask these questions!. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the top 25 questions every couple should ask before getting married. From family dynamics and money to love languages and boundaries, these questions will help deepen your connection, spark vulnerability, and prepare you for the commitment of marriage. So whether you're dating, engaged, or already married, this conversation is for you! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Skims ▶ Shop my favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows :) Chomps ▶ Get 15% off plus free shipping on your next order of Chomps meat sticks at Chomps.com with code SHAWN. Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) why are we excited and passionate about this? (04:14) let’s get started — what does marriage mean to you? (06:06) if the answer is different, it doesn’t mean it’s over (07:19) how do you handle conflict? how do people around you handle conflict? (08:46) how was your parents' relationship? (10:06) kids? (12:02) what role does faith play in your life? (14:13) how do you handle money vs. how do you want to handle money? (16:57) what’s your love language? (18:37) expectations around sexual intimacy? (19:15) what are your political and social values, and what do they mean to you? (21:54) what do you envision our roles in marriage and our relationship to look like? (22:25) what are your biggest lifelong dreams and why? (23:40) how do you handle stress or mental health challenges? (24:29) have you ever been in therapy or counseling? are you open to it? (25:09) how do you handle opposite-sex friendships? (27:16) do you have any social media or phone communication boundaries? (27:33) how would you navigate a health crisis or job loss? (28:27) who are the most influential voices in your life right now, and do you see them sticking around? (28:38) what’s your relationship like with your family, and how involved do you want them to be in our life? (29:48) how do you recharge? (29:55) why do you want to marry or be with me? (30:40) how were you raised, and what do you want to replicate or change? (30:48) how would you deal with unexpected parenting challenges? (31:25) how much time do you want to spend together and/or apart? (31:58) do you have any debt or financial obligations i should know about? (34:21) what are your views on self-care? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we tackled a highly requested episode all about our family values, forming our family mission statement and why this is so important to do as a family unit. The topic of family values is so important to us so it was fun to dive into this one. Working toward a common goal (or mission statement) as a family is a great way to foster unity and add purpose to each moment. We hope this episode inspires you to sit down and reflect on what’s most important to your own family! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Andrew’s book recs: Family Wealth- Keeping it in the Family ▶ https://amzn.to/4ldTxhn Entrusted- Building a Legacy that Lasts ▶ https://amzn.to/4ldTxhn The Cycle of the Gift- Family Wealth and Wisdom ▶ https://amzn.to/4ldTxhn Habits of the Household ▶ https://amzn.to/4ldTxhn Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code EAST FAM at https://branchbasics.com/EASTFAM #branchbasicspod Upgrade your summer. Go to https://cozyearth.com/EASTFAM for up to 40% off Go to https://kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your next order Get 15% off your order of Chomps meat sticks at Chomps.com with code SHAWN https://www.chomps.com/SHAWN Visit https://homechef.com/EASTFAM for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en #MissionStatement #FamilyValues #FamilyGoals #Family (00:00) andrew is excited about this topic (00:54) a 3-year project (01:50) setting the scene (03:24) looking into other people’s family cultures and histories (05:58) books that have helped shape my thoughts on family culture (06:12) four different outcomes in family heritage and the power of family culture (10:00) my dad passed—what did he leave me? (11:28) what makes family culture and what is a family culture starter pack (18:29) diving into values, mission, and culture (19:39) our journey with family values (24:25) our first set of values and setting our now family values (27:05) the impact family values has made on our kids and parenting (29:00) my intentional dad and the importance of intention (30:09) family values, missions, and culture create... (36:15) 21 questions about your family and the positive correlations of family culture (39:00) an exercise for your family (42:37) steps on how to begin navigating your family culture (45:09) family culture isn’t about forcing something (47:48) shawn’s experience with family culture and its impact (53:14) the impact family culture has on kids and connection points (55:49) values help build words when you can’t find them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We loved catching up with John!!! Our conversation bounced between light and deep—covering everything from the chaos of his love life to the raw, honest truths about addiction, depression, and the road to healing. Of course, we somehow ended up laughing every other minute. We also talked about his upcoming comedy tour and everything there is to look forward to!! It was vulnerable, hilarious, and everything in between. Hope you enjoy! Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew You can find John's tour dates, book and more here! ▶ https://johncristcomedy.com/ Follow John ▶ https://www.https://www.instagram.com/johnbcrist/ Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

the best episodes of the year. jett it's an honor to be your dad. keep watching until the end to see our past interviews at three and two years old & thank you for watching. love, dad newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter podcast instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ shawn's instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson shawn's tik tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast andrew’s tik tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) happy birthday jett james! (00:56) how is jetter, and what are you most excited for? (01:27) tell us about your shoes (02:23) what else do you like to dress up as? (03:06) who is faster, stronger, good, and caring? (03:57) what sport do you like to play, and what do you like to do at home? (04:54) what do you want for your birthday? (05:11) the best part of the summer was… (06:45) what makes jett feel happy? (07:16) tell us about your favorite things and your birthday party! (08:08) who is your favorite superhero? (08:26) when we found out about you being born… (09:45) i am so proud of you… (12:44) a letter to jett (17:48) message to jett in 2024 (21:02) jett’s 3-year-old interview (28:12) jett’s 2-year-old interview (32:20) message to jett in 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we thought it would be fun to go through some of your most embarrassing stories and we honestly feel a little bad laughing at some of these because they were so bad. We had second hand embarrassment for some of you while reading these haha This was a fun one and a big thanks to everyone who sent stories in through our Instagram page @ShawnAndAndrewPods !! Which story did you think is the most mortifying? Let us know in the comments below!Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew Check out the SKIMS Ultimate Bra Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/couplethings #skimspartner Get 15% off your order of Chomps meat sticks at Chomps.com with code SHAWN https://www.chomps.com/SHAWN Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnsonFollow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnsonShop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnsonFollow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEastAndrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) did anyone see me go to the bathroom on the mountain? (01:21) comment of the week (02:10) andrew’s postpartum protocol (03:36) let’s start with the juicy stories (05:40) “in jesus name, amen…” (06:02) are you ready for this??? (08:30) calling the police on the pool boy (09:35) farting on the job (10:00) smacking someone else’s butt… (11:20) my echoing fart… (12:30) leaving chick-fil-a (13:18) my pants fell off… (14:15) falling down the stairs in high school (14:54) meeting the mom for the first time in the bedroom (16:43) being allergic to a horse (17:59) sneezing too hard (18:44) peeing on the floor at the gym (19:24) snotting while flirting (20:24) pulling my “day of the week” undies out (22:54) my story as the mascot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we got to hang out with Sahil Bloom—entrepreneur, investor, author and all-around deep thinker—to chat about his new book, The 5 Types of Wealth. Spoiler alert: wealth isn’t just about money! Sahil breaks down the five types of wealth and shares why focusing on all of them (and not just your bank account) leads to a richer, more fulfilling life. If you’ve ever felt like you’re chasing success but missing the mark, this conversation will help you get back on track! Sahil is so inspiring and we love how open he is about his own personal struggles to get to where he is today. We hope this episode encourages you to wake up tomorrow and invest in what really matters! Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew Order Sahil Bloom’s Newest Book ▶ https://a.co/d/3xhbG5H Sahil’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/sahilbloom/ Beam Kids is now available online at https://shopbeam.com/products/beam-kids-greens-superpowder?utm_medium=sponsorship&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=couplethings&code=applied15&discount=COUPLETHINGS&variant=41465486508087 Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en #SahilBloom #Wealth #Book #TransformYourLife #Empowerment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we dove into a topic we’ve been talking a lot about ever since we became parents of three kids and that’s “pruning” in our lives. After we became a family of five we really had to sit down and figure out what was the best use of our time and take a look at our top priorities. We ended up having several things we knew we needed to cut out for the sake of the goals we have for our family, marriage and career. We’ve talked so much about this topic and we would love to hear if you can relate :) We hope this episode inspires you to re-evaluate what’s really important to you and align your time and energy with those priorities. We love you guys! Love,  Shawn & Andrew  Check out the SKIMS Ultimate Bra Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/couplethings #skimspartner Get 15% off your order of Chomps meat sticks at Chomps.com with code SHAWN https://www.chomps.com/SHAWN Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Follow our podcast Instagram  ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Subscribe to our newsletter  ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson  Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en #Relationships #Family #Priorities #ShawnAndAndrew #Pruning 00:00 - why is pruning important for us?   05:34 - how we began to prune   06:56 - why pruning was hard for me   09:33 - our relationship with failure   18:00 - do you think you have freedom from failure because of your successes?   21:12 - what really is pruning?   22:07 - examples of pruning   25:45 - waking up excited because of pruning   26:27 - how do we discuss what to prune?   29:46 - what areas need the most pruning in our life?   30:40 - effects of pruning and how saying no gets easier   33:55 - how to make room for what matters most  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode we got to sit down, walk down memory lane and reminisce about how crazy the timeline of our lives has been. It’s wild to think if one thing was slightly off,  our whole lives could look entirely different. We truly wouldn’t change a thing :) Let us know what topics you want us to cover in the comments below, we’re gearing up to film some highly requested episodes! 🙂 The books we are reading, including "fluke" mentioned at the end of this episode ▶ https://www.amazon.com/shop/shawnjohnsoneast/list/LJALQY5VSMTD?ref_=aipsflist Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Get 15% off your order of Chomps meat sticks at Chomps.com with code SHAWN https://www.chomps.com/SHAWN Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Follow our podcast Instagram  ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Subscribe to our newsletter  ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson  Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) how we work over here   (01:33) why i feel fortunate in life…   (06:35) today’s featured comment   (06:58) shawn’s all in… let’s get started   (14:14) we’ve lived through the greatest tech boom of the century   (15:55) medicine has never been better   (16:30) poverty is rapidly declining   (17:03) we have incredible education and personal freedoms   (18:37) but we’ve also lived through some dark times…   (19:34) our timing was “lucky” when we met   (28:28) not agreeing on what “luck” is   (29:47) being in nashville — is that luck?   (31:40) applying luck to the outcome vs. the process   (34:43) shawn working with her coach — was that luck?   (36:44) andrew’s personal timeline didn’t happen — was that luck?   (38:58) marrying young — was that luck?   (39:45) starting social media when we did — was that luck?   (40:52) i feel fortunate for when our kids were born   (41:06) i feel fortunate for where i was when my house burned down   (41:55) i feel fortunate for when you went to the olympics   (42:20) my football career ended — that feels fortunate   (42:50) i’m grateful for my team   (44:06) i’m grateful for my vandy experience and the timing of our wedding   (44:30) i feel fortunate that our growth came slowly… and that things didn’t happen how we thought they would   (45:17) “flukes” and letting things unfold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we sat down for part TWO of your latest assumptions about us as a family of five. Not gonna lie, some of the assumptions from part one were spot on, seems like you’ve figured us out ;) Let us know if any of these caught you by surprise in the comments below! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew  Go to https://kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your next order Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Shop the cutest Swimwear and use code MEETMINNOW15 for 15% off your order! ▶  https://shopminnow.com  Subscribe to our newsletter  ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram  ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson (00:00) don’t look ahead, shawn (00:32) comment of the day (01:06) shawn finding her pink again (03:43) let’s get started with these assumptions… (04:50) is bear the last…? (06:45) are we quick to forgive? (07:40) jett the daredevil (08:12) andrew never wakes up in the night (08:48) east fam = go with the flow? (11:02) east fam = great sleepers (12:01) our kids are uniquely different (13:20) traveling a lot and navigating our limits (16:13) arguing when we are tired 😬 (17:28) loving supplements (18:24) finding a system with the in-laws (19:08) andrew flying the family (20:33) eating fast food and finding moderation (21:13) how we try to keep up with trends: creating vs. consuming (21:42) navigating priorities (22:27) using a night nurse (25:53) different love languages and navigating it (26:51) sometimes we don’t want to go on date night (27:43) balancing our kids’ interests Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we got to interview Rich and DawnCheré Wilkerson, a couple we’ve been wanting to meet for a while and the conversation didn’t disappoint! After an 8 year battle with infertility, DawnCheré and her husband Rich are here to share their story of God’s faithfulness after a long season of waiting. We talked about DawnCheré’s powerful new book that explores what it means to find purpose, joy, and strength in seasons of waiting, and how we are all waiting on something in our lives. Together, Rich and DawnCheré share how their journey through infertility, ministry, and unanswered prayers transformed their perspective on pain, purpose, and God’s timing. So whether you’re in a holding pattern or coming out of a hard season, we hope this conversation reminds you that your story is still unfolding. Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew Purchase DawnCheré’s Book ▶ https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/slow-burn/ Follow Rich ▶ https://www.instagram.com/richwilkersonjr/?hl=en Follow DawnCheré ▶ https://www.instagram.com/dawnchere/?hl=en Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We wanted to know your recent assumptions about us as a family of five and some of these were spot on while others couldn’t be further from the truth and made us laugh! Follow along with us on Instagram @ShawnAndAndrewPods so you can send in an assumption for part 2 and see if you’ve got us figured out ;) Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Check out SKIMS best intimates including the Fits Everybody Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/couplethings #skimspartner Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Check out https://www.homechef.com/EASTFAM for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) comment of the week (00:56) life updates & morning workouts (04:07) rolling into the assumptions (05:16) we have a wonderful community (06:17) we go through each other’s phones (08:28) we have help with our kids (09:43) shawn wants to go back to school (10:36) our kids are flexible and adapt easily (12:30) marriage counseling changed us (16:42) shawn can bench press andrew (17:25) our videos are never planned (18:35) we always seem happy… no no no (20:10) we never sleep (21:08) we like to keep the kids engaged (22:18) we schedule sex (23:00) we may have a fourth baby (23:56) we don’t have time to be dialed in politically (25:13) we don’t let our kids have fast food, nope (26:26) we have never cleaned our toilet (27:12) our kids never have tantrums (28:54) andrew is laid-back and shawn is on top of it all (31:07) we spend a lot of money and invest a lot (31:45) our life is crazy but it’s the happiest we’ve ever been Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we sat down with two incredible resources and human beings, beloved counselors and best-selling authors, Sissy Goff and David Thomas from Daystar Counseling. We have learned SO much from them over the years. With decades of combined experience walking alongside children and families, Sissy and David bring wisdom, warmth, and practical tools to the table as they share insights from their highly anticipated book series for kids  called “The Daystar Dog Series.” We dive into topics like childhood anxiety,  emotional resilience, the importance of connection, and what parents can be doing to check in with their child’s emotions.  Whether you're a parent, caregiver, teacher, or someone who simply loves the next generation, we hope conversation leaves you encouraged and equipped. Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew  Pre-order The Daystar Dog Series ▶ https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/day-star-dogs Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter  ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram  ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson  Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out our Youtube channel to watch vlogs from these trips! ▶ https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@ShawnandAndrew⁩  Shop Pioneer ▶ https://pioneerpastures.com/products/a2-chocolate-milk?srsltid=AfmBOoo0X22fff5w369E59BDllVfbFlHdgr8yCP54d_tOQzZVRqz_pE Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) circling the globe with three little ones (04:50) debunking “vacation is relaxing” (07:22) travel logistics (11:32) landing in tokyo, ramen, and the bullet train (13:20) our time in osaka (16:06) how we became our own travel agents (21:20) timezone change parties :) (22:11) story time: stressors 1 and 2 (29:00) stressors 3, 4, 5, 6... (31:18) i thought i was prepared (31:50) japan was amazing (35:04) drew lost her first tooth (35:27) more japan fun (37:50) off to singapore (44:00) time for dubai (44:20) pause... hospital visit story first (46:50) meeting our remote team member (47:13) back to dubai (50:28) dubai made up for every stressor (54:30) back home we go Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode we dove into all of your questions about the Olympics! We know this isn’t an olympic year but we get so many questions from you guys asking about the ins and outs of how the olympics work we wanted to answer them! From the food in the Olympic village and how kid-friendly of an environment it is to translators, tie breakers, coaches and more! We felt so grateful to attend the 2024 Olympic Games as a family and truly made memories we’ll never forget. Hope you learn something in this episode! Love you guys, Shawn and Andrew Beam Kids is now available online at https://www.shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=enng=en (00:00) why are we talking about the olympics? (02:14) how kid-friendly is the olympics? (04:24) what are the languages like? (06:49) how do they design the usa uniforms? (10:50) do family members get in for free? (14:46) food and drinks at the olympics (16:00) how do you get tickets? (17:48) staying for the paralympics and olympics (18:33) if you could add another sport to the olympics... (19:26) being a former olympian and my view of the games (22:01) has the food at the olympics improved over the years? (22:56) do the athletes actually eat in the village or prep their own food? (25:22) how do the coaches work in gymnastics? (28:24) my favorite event to watch at the olympics (28:43) does being shorter help in gymnastics? (30:13) when do olympians usually get their olympic ring tattoos? (30:25) are there “bad seats” at the olympics? (30:45) why aren’t all medal ceremonies broadcast? (31:25) are there tie-breakers? (32:00) when you’re done competing, do you have to move out right away? (32:24) do alternates get medals? (34:28) does anyone get paid to go to the olympics? (37:00) snoop dogg at the olympics (37:17) do you feel safe at the olympics? (38:09) what’s in the medal box? (39:10) will you be going to the la olympics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices