Parenting with Purpose
July 23, 2026
Parenting with Purpose | Episode 5
Raising Kids with Healthy Boundaries
Healthy boundaries aren’t about controlling children; they’re about preparing them for life. Brian Sullivan and licensed therapist Sean Miller discuss why consistent limits help children develop responsibility, resilience, emotional regulation, and independence. They explore how parents can set age-appropriate expectations, encourage creativity without sacrificing structure, and overcome the guilt that often comes with saying “no.” Parents will also learn why examining their own emotions is essential to raising confident, capable children.
July 9, 2026
Parenting with Purpose | Episode 4
Avoiding Parent Burnout: Finding Balance, Boundaries, and Renewal
Parenting is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. Between work, school schedules, homework, activities, responsibilities, and the constant demands of daily life, many parents find themselves running on empty.
In this episode of Parenting with Purpose, Brian Sullivan sits down with Sean Miller to discuss the difference between everyday fatigue and true burnout, why self-care is essential, and practical ways parents can protect their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
May 28, 2026
Parenting with Purpose | Episode 3
Modeling the Values We Want to See: Leading by Example as Parents
Children are always watching, learning, and forming their understanding of character through the examples they see around them. As parents, the values we hope to instill in our children are most powerful when they are consistently reflected in our own words, actions, and choices.
In this episode of Parenting with Purpose, Brian Sullivan sits down with Sean Miller to discuss the importance of modeling character, aligning our actions with our values, and building trust through consistency. Together, they explore how parents can embrace growth over perfection and become the example they hope their children will follow.
April 30, 2026
Parenting with Purpose | Episode 2
Building Grit in Your Child: Raising Resilience Through Challenge
Resilience isn’t built by avoiding challenges; it’s developed by learning to work through them. As parents, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the opportunity to grow in confidence, responsibility, and perseverance by allowing them to experience age-appropriate struggles and the natural consequences that come with them.
In this episode of Parenting with Purpose, Brian Sullivan sits down with Sean Miller to discuss why grit is essential for navigating today’s ever-changing world, how resilience is developed over time, and practical ways parents can coach rather than rescue their children. Together, they explore how healthy boundaries, natural consequences, and a focus on character help prepare children for lifelong success.
February 19, 2026
Parenting with Purpose | Episode 1
Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids: Helping Children Navigate Emotions with Confidence
Emotional intelligence is one of the strongest predictors of healthy relationships, effective leadership, and lifelong success. As parents, we have the opportunity to help our children develop the self-awareness, empathy, and emotional resilience they need to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
In this episode of Parenting with Purpose, Brian Sullivan sits down with Sean Miller to explore why emotional intelligence matters more than ever and how parents can begin cultivating it at home. Together, they discuss practical ways to model healthy emotional habits, validate children’s emotions, and create an environment where emotional growth can flourish.
