Process Hard, Play Hard with Laina Graf

About this episode

Laina Graf discusses the importance of processing hard and playing hard in mothering.

Laina Graf, mom of 5 and Honey to almost 9 grandchildren, joins us to share the importance of processing hard and playing hard through all the years of mothering. She has been in ministry for decades, both internationally and in her own backyard in California (literally). She is a culinary wonder, but mostly an expert in loving people. She heard a mentor say that healthy families do lots of things, but they all do two things well… process hard and play hard. This transformed the way she mothered and still does. Listen to her connect these dots with all different ages and stages. King Camp Registration is now open for July 6-9, 2026!! If you have kiddos ages 5-11, be sure to sign them up!! Head here to learn more and register today. Stay up to date with all things You Are Family by following us on Instagram or sign up for our free monthly resources for parents and families.

People in this episode

Host: You Are Inc

Guest: Laina Graf

Topics covered

• mothering
• family dynamics
• play
• processing emotions
• parenting advice

Keywords

• mothering
• family
• parenting
• emotional processing
• play
• Laina Graf
• You Are Inc

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: You Are Inc

Places: California

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