Emotionally healthy(ish). Spiritually honest.

Author. Speaker. Freelancer. Mentor. Wife. Mom. Friend

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EmotionalLY Strong(ish) Parenting

7 Shifts for a Resilient and Jesus-Centered Home

Parenting can feel like survival—permission slips, driving permits, lost cleats, and meltdowns in aisle seven. But what if the chaos is where God’s forming something deeper in you: emotional wholeness that could transform your family for generations?

Trade reactivity and shame for emotional resilience rooted in the gospel.

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Emotionally Healthy(ish) Books

Books that are honest and full of practical wisdom for people that want to grow, not just get by.

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Janel’s latest book packs a punch, for it deals with the difficult moments when our emotions collide with our children’s. For such a topic, shallow, sappy, sweet ideas won’t help. Janel gets that, and she’s wisely crafted seven mind shifts for moms and dads, knowing change must begin with the parents. God made every family for discipleship, both for parents to teach and coach children and for parents to finish the process of growing up themselves. Getting to know him is the hidden work he desires in every home every single day. Practical, creative ideas come naturally to Janel, and in this book she shares tested practices to help you guide your child to God in the everyday craziness of your family.

 

Barbara Rainey, author of Letters to My Daughters: The Art of Being a Wife and cofounder of FamilyLife | Emotionally Strongish Parenting

Emotionally Strong(ish) Parenting is the best kind of parenting book. Janel’s insights challenge me to recognize where I’m not leading my kids well, but she does it with a big dose of vulnerability and humor so I can’t help but nod along. Janel takes my hand and says, “I get it. We’ve all been there,” but she won’t let me stay there; she points me into deeper relationship with God and my family with her practical encouragement.

 

Christie Thomas, author of Little Habits, Big Faith | Emotionally Strongish Parenting

“Being a mom to three young children is beautiful, but it can be exhausting. This book was an absolute breath of fresh air. Janel provides down-to-earth, highly practical advice that doesn’t feel overwhelming to implement. Best of all, it is rooted in gospel truth, offering grace for the mom while giving actionable steps to keep your cool. Highly recommend for any parent in the thick of parenting!”

 

Erika L. | How to Stop Yelling Up the Stairs

Your first job as a parent or child caregiver is to manage yourself. Not your child. Yourself. In Emotionally Strong(ish) Parenting Janel Breitenstein will move you forward by leaps and bounds toward that goal. Engaging, practical, and filled with hope, this book will help you love and care for your children well in ways that matter most.

 

Ron Deal, senior director at FamilyLife, and bestselling author or coauthor | Emotionally Strongish Parenting

Speaking

I’m a frequent podcast guest, and I write and speak professionally to church and ministry audiences. I love speaking for retreats and MomCo, where I get a kick out of making people laugh and presenting relevant, practical, heart-grabbing truths from God’s Word.

I specialize in spiritually and emotionally healthy relationships, emphasizing deep, personal discipleship. I’d love to discuss your upcoming event!

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Freelancing, Writing and Resources

Pull up a chair for practical ideas and discussions on the parenting, relationships, and spirituality we’re all army-crawling through every day.

Freelancing Services

As a multi-published author, I’ve been writing and editing professionally for 24 years for respected Christian clients, and I’m eager to help you serve your people in ways worthy of their trust.

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I write about my experiences because uncomfortable conversations are worth having. Join me as we dig in to become spiritually and emotionally healthy adults in every aspect of life.

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