158 | Beyond the Wall of Isolation: They Know Too Much! (Making it Right)

About this episode

In this episode, the hosts discuss the concept of over-disclosure in parenting during crises and provide steps for making amends with children.

In our series, Beyond the Wall of Isolation, we’ve spent the last several weeks dismantling the myths that keep Christian couples trapped in cycles of secrecy and shame. We’ve talked about the masks we wear, the burdens we carry, and the importance of a united front when it comes to our children. But we know that for many of you, this series feels like it might be a little late. You’re listening and thinking, “I wish I had heard this sooner. I’ve already shared too much with my kids. I’ve already crossed those lines, and the damage is done.” If that’s you, we want you to know something important: It is not too late to make it right. In this final episode of our Beyond the Wall series, we are tackling the reality of “over-disclosure.” If your children already know the graphic details or have been used as confidants during your crisis, you aren’t a failure, you’re a parent who was caught in the middle of a storm. But what if you didn’t have to stay stuck in that regret? In this episode, we’re busting the myth that “it’s too late.” We’re going to walk through the practical, grace-filled steps for making amends. We’ll show you how to: Own your mistakes without making your kids your…

People in this episode

Hosts: Emily Spigelmire, Johnny Spigelmire

Topics covered

• Christian marriage
• over-disclosure
• parenting
• making amends
• shame
• grace

Keywords

• Christian couples
• secrecy
• apologies
• repentance
• parenting mistakes
• grace-filled steps

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