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Today’s episode is one that will stay with you. I’m joined by Mick Weinholt. He’s a devoted husband, homeschool dad of four and host of the When You Look podcast. His life has been shaped by near-death experiences, deep faith, unimaginable loss and a commitment to raising grounded, resilient, emotionally connected kids.

Mick and his wife live by a family philosophy they call “raising adults.” It means teaching kids life skills early, giving them meaningful responsibility and seeing childhood as preparation for adulthood, not an escape from it. This guiding belief influences everything from mealtime routines to communication, discipline and emotional development.

Mick shares how faith transformed his life after the stillbirth of their first son, Luke, and how grief became the doorway to a deeper relationship with God. His story is raw and moving and offers so much hope for families navigating heavy seasons.

We also talk about:

• building resilience through structure and connection

• supporting gut health and behavior through real food

• giving kids responsibility in age-appropriate ways

• raising confident communicators

• simple habits that create grounded, capable kids

• faith as a guiding force in daily parenting

• how grief changed everything about how he shows up as a father

• his miraculous survival of a devastating avalanche

• why parents should prioritize their relationship as the foundation for a stable home

This episode encourages you to slow down, zoom out and remember what truly matters. Whether faith is central in your home or something you’re rediscovering, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded and inspired.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Raising adults means preparing kids for real life through small, daily responsibilities.

• Parenting isn’t helicoptering or laissez-faire. It’s situational guidance based on experience and readiness.

• A calm mealtime routine starts with connection, protein first and consistent boundaries.

• Gut health impacts children’s mood, behavior and resilience more than we realize.

• Faith can completely transform the way we parent and show up in our homes.

• Grief can soften us, deepen gratitude and reshape the entire trajectory of a family.

• Kids thrive when parents are emotionally regulated, connected and aligned.

• God uses unimaginable circumstances to bring us closer to Him and closer to purpose.

LINKS AND RESOURCES

• Connect with Mick: whenyoulook.com

• Listen to the When You Look Podcast

• Download the Calm Mealtime Toolkit

• Follow Lena on Instagram: @lenalivinsky

• Explore holistic picky eating support at lenalivinsky.com

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes.