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My friend and Sidetracked podcast co-host, Cynthia Yanof, joins me to discuss her new book, How’d I Miss That?Cynthia shares hilarious and poignant stories about family and kids that help uncover deeper truths—reminding us that God has a plan, and there’s no formula for this parenting journey. We often stress over things that feel big at the moment, like preschool registration or making the “right” sports team, but what really matters is having an eternal perspective—focusing on who our kids are becoming at 25 and who we are becoming as parents. In this episode, we talk about: How to pray audacious, faith-filled prayers over our kids Trusting the process, even when it doesn’t make sense in the moment Why not all friendships are meant for every season of parenting—and being intentional about your inner circle And we wrap up with some fun hosting tips from Cynthia Connect with Cynthia Yanof: Instagram: Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Website: Cynthia Yanof Links Mentioned: How’d I Miss That?: By Cynthia Yanof Sidetracked - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Draw the Circle: By Mark Batterson Pre-order Cynthia’s book and then fill out this form to join us LIVE on Jan 27th at 7:30 pm CST Related Episodes: The Goal Isn’t Happy Children :: Cynthia Yanof – Summer of Mentorship – Wk 6 [Ep 419] The Unicorn That is Adult Friendship :: Cynthia Yanof – Summer of Mentorship – Wk 3 [Ep 416] Raising Kids Who Can Stand Alone :: Cynthia Yanof -Summer of Mentorship-Wk 2 [Ep 415] Featured Sponsors: BUBS Naturals: Live Better Longer and kick 2026 off the right way! BUBS is running a HUGE New Year New You sale PLUS for a limited time only, our listeners are getting 20% OFF at BUBS Naturals by using code [DMA] at checkout. Bubsnaturals.com Branch Basics: And here’s the good news — Branch Basics is now available everywhere you shop: at Target, Target.com, Amazon, and of course, BranchBasics.com Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient! And for anyone grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can still get 15% off at BranchBasics.com with our code [DMA]. Thrive Causemetics: Amplify Your Every Day. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/DMA for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.

If you’re new here or even if you’ve been around a while, join us this week as I give you a glimpse into who I am, how Don’t Mom Alone came about, and where we’re headed as a show. We’ll talk through a listener story and some of my own healing journey I’ve walked through this summer. My hope is you’ll accept the invitation to “withness”. And, that you’ll join our team to help other moms not go it alone. Links Mentioned: DMA Podcast Club Info Redeeming Shame Through Community :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Ep 308] Related Episodes: Introducing the GCM Podcast Club — Carla Goodwin— Oct 2016 Answering Your Questions—Heather—Ep 276 Winning Together as Co-Laborers —Heather—Ep 367 Featured Sponsors: Stitch Fix—Sign up today at StitchFix.com/DMA to get $20 off your first purchase. Limited time offer purchase within 2 days of signup. HelloFresh-Go to HelloFresh.com/dma16 and use code dma16 for 16 free meals across 7 boxes AND 3 free gifts.

Born four days apart in 1977, Travis (aka “Thi’sl”) and I didn’t choose where or to whom we were born. But God did. And He placed us in very different homes and stories. Yet the gospel intersected both of our lives, pulled us forward and continues to pull us. Granted, Travis’ transformation is a lil more interesting and dramatic than mine. But we both were sinners in need of a Savior. And around our 40th birthdays, our paths crossed with an invitation for a trip to Israel. After hearing bits & pieces of Travis’ story while on our trip and then hearing him perform and share his testimony at a concert. . .I knew I had to share “Thi’sl” with y’all. In this episode you’ll gain hope for any loved one or situation you think is “too far gone” for God to redeem. You’ll be reminded that God is in the business of rescuing and making things right. And that God fights for you (which ironically my pastor reminded us of yesterday). You can drop your weapons of control. You can surrender your way and follow God’s way. And believe God is for you and He CAN free you (spoiler alert: just like how He actually freed Travis from prison!!). (Here’s a little pic with some of my fam and me visiting Thi’sl before his concert) At the end of the interview Travis shares 3 questions he answers in his book, “Against All Odds”: What is my identity. What am I living for? Am I too far gone for God to use me? Here are his answers: You’re not too far gone. God created you for a purpose. God made you in His image. Boom. Connect with Thi’sl: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Music–iTunes–Levitate Album Links Mentioned: “Against All Odds” by Travis Tyler** “Against All Odds : Life Application” by Travis Tyler Flame–Clear Sight Music HogMob Sevin (click on this link and also hear him preach!) “Tears” by Thi’sl & Ellie Holcomb (Ellie on GCM Podcast listen here)