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Up To It Parenting

Up To It Parenting

By: Jamal and Zion
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Welcome to "Up To It Parenting," where we help youth, adults, and organizations connect deeply, communicate effectively, and thrive together. This father and son podcast tackles the tough topics that some parents shy away from. Join hosts Jamal and Zion as they explore everything under the sun, from young men's mental health to engaging in healthy relationships and embracing your true authentic self. As a father and son team, Jamal and Zion bring a unique perspective to the podcast, offering insights from both a parental and adolescent point of view. Through their candid and open conversations, they aim to provide a safe and informative space for listeners to learn and grow together. Whether you're a parent looking to connect with your son, a single mother or caregiver in need of support, or a young man trying to find your place in the world, "Up To It Parenting" has something for everyone. Tune in each week as Jamal and Zion take on the taboo topics and help listeners become more informed, productive, and confident members of society.

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  • When you heal yourself, you heal your family
    Jul 9 2025

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    What if your greatest pain became your pathway to purpose? Meet Sabrina Duarte, a single mother of two from Tucson who discovered healing lies not in escaping generational wounds, but in confronting them with divine grace.

    Fifteen years after losing her father to pancreatic cancer, Sabrina reveals how watching her strong, muscular dad deteriorate in just months transformed her entire outlook. "It really showed me how life is precious and how we sometimes take it for granted," she shares with raw vulnerability. This profound loss sparked an unexpected mission—using social media to remind others about life's fragility and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.

    But Sabrina's story goes far deeper than inspirational posts. Growing up with a strained maternal relationship left her feeling perpetually unworthy, creating patterns of self-sabotage that followed her into adulthood. Through powerful prayer and what she describes as divine visions, Sabrina uncovered the generational curse binding her family—her mother couldn't give what she never received herself. This revelation led to a transformative conversation with her mother, bringing healing to wounds decades old.

    During the pandemic, financial struggles and depression tested Sabrina's newfound faith. As child support ended right after purchasing a home, she found herself sobbing at her university job desk, wondering how she'd support her children alone. Yet through consistent prayer journaling and surrendering to God's guidance, everything began to shift. "Once I truly leaned on Him, everything changed," she reflects, now passionate about helping others identify and heal from their own generational patterns.

    Sabrina challenges traditional perceptions of faith, emphasizing accessibility over perfection: "There's no such thing as a perfect Christian. When you go to church, it's a church full of sinners—that's what we all are." Her story reminds us that healing never happens in isolation; when we heal ourselves, we create ripples that transform our families for generations to come.

    Ready to discover your own divine purpose through life's challenges? Subscribe now and join our community of parents breaking generational cycles through tough conversations that create stronger connections.

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    44 mins
  • Learning how to learn is the most valuable investment you can make in yourself
    Jul 2 2025

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    Sai Vasam joins us to discuss his powerful approach to personal development through what he calls "self-investment"—a framework that helps people move beyond information consumption to meaningful transformation. He introduces a revolutionary way to think about personal growth investments through his four-category framework of one-to-many, one-to-zero, one-to-few, and one-to-one resources.

    • Author, educator and coach on a mission to help youth and young adults become self-investors
    • Self-investment differs from self-help by focusing on investing in others to help yourself grow
    • Most people overinvest in one-to-many resources (books, podcasts) and one-to-zero activities (journaling, solo work)
    • Greatest personal growth comes from one-to-few (small groups, communities) and one-to-one (coaching) investments
    • Many people get stuck in vicious cycles of consuming self-help without addressing root issues
    • When investing in yourself, focus on WHO you're learning from rather than just the offer
    • COVID lockdown sparked Sai's transformation from math teacher to journaling enthusiast to author
    • Youth are constantly bombarded with stimulation and struggle with genuine connection
    • Taking calculated risks and occasionally going against family expectations can be necessary for growth
    • Sai's book "Self-Investor" serves as "the first book to read on your personal growth journey"

    Find Sai's book "Self-Investor"-https://www.amazon.com/Self-Investor-First-Personal-Growth-Journey/dp/B0F6185QK1/

    Connect with Sai on LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/in/sai-vasam/

    Book a coaching call with Sai visit his website-https://www.saivasam.com/

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    43 mins
  • Who's Actually Listening to Your Teen?
    Jun 25 2025

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    Imagine a space between parenting and professional therapy—a "thriving zone" where young people can speak freely, build confidence, and learn to navigate life's complexities with guidance from someone who's been there. That's precisely what Chris Coulter has created with MentorWell, and his journey to founding this innovative mentorship program is as powerful as the impact it's having on youth worldwide.

    Chris joins us from Toronto to share how personal tragedy became the catalyst for his mission. After losing his 14-year-old daughter to suicide in 2015 and weathering both business failure and divorce, Chris turned his grief into purpose. "For the first five years, I could barely do anything," he reveals, describing the fog of grief that eventually lifted and allowed him to recognize a critical gap in youth support services.

    What makes MentorWell unique is its approach to emotional intelligence and resilience. Chris introduces us to the concept of "measuring backwards"—teaching youth to acknowledge how far they've come rather than focusing solely on distant goals. By capturing daily wins, no matter how small, young people develop confidence and momentum. "It's just about moving forward a little bit and building momentum, but capturing it and celebrating it," Chris explains.

    The program creates a confidential space where youth can speak openly without fear of judgment or immediate problem-solving—something many parents struggle to provide despite their best intentions. "So many parents go, 'Oh, I'm a mentor for my kid,' and I go, 'No, you're not. Your kid tells you what you want to hear,'" Chris notes with characteristic candor.

    Whether you're a parent concerned about your child's emotional wellbeing, an educator looking for additional resources, or someone passionate about youth development, this conversation offers fresh perspectives on mentorship's power to transform lives. Visit TheMentorWell.com to learn more about this growing global initiative that's building bridges between generations and giving youth the guidance they need to thrive.

    Check out their website https://www.thementorwell.com/

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    51 mins

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