Table Talks with the Tares
Husband and wife duo MJ & Ash believe honest self-reflection is a critical component in growth. Listen in on their conversations as they process what their words and actions are currently cultivating in their home, work, relationships, and ministry.
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Monday Oct 14, 2024
Monday Oct 14, 2024
In this episode we talk about how we handled the transition from Virginia to North Carolina and how we challenged ourselves to focus on seeing what is good that can come from this type of change. We talk through how we view the change actually impacts our children and discuss the importance of having a perspective of Paul's challenge in Scripture to consider it pure joy when we face trials of many kinds.
Resources mentioned:
Anekdote zur Senkung der Arbeitsmoral
Next episode recommended:
Ep 33 - Charlotte House Update, The Only Way we Got Here, & Natural Disasters
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
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Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
In this episode, we explore the growing movement of dads who want to be fully present in their children’s lives and how this aligns with our calling as men through Christ’s work of provision and protection. We’ll discuss how fatherhood today involves more than just providing materially but also being deeply involved in shaping our children’s spiritual and emotional development. With a focus on disciple-making for young kids, we’ll dive into the importance of creating family rhythms and the need for couples to support one another as both mother and father in the unique ways they parent their children.
Next episode recommended:
Ep 45 - Fatherhood in an epidemic of loneliness and purposelessness, death and living to tell the story
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: The Honest Underscore .
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Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
In this episode we talk about how we are building our "perfect" week by establishing a night off for each of us so we can set aside the parent hat and use the evening to do something that we find restful. As a couple that is completely the opposite to their spouse, we have had to be very open and direct about what we need from each other which has led us to carving out nights each week to ourselves that actually help us become better spouses and parents. In this conversation we talk about how we got there and the steps we are taking to build a week that builds in restful rhythms so we can sustain what we do as a family.
Next episode recommended:
Ep 12 The Sabbath - Our Foundational Rhythm
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: The Honest Underscore .
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For questions, please email us at hello@honestunderscore.com.
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
In this episode, we reflect on how COVID-19 reshaped our approach to parenting and the ways it highlights our desire to raise resilient children. We also discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood’s impact on personal freedom, alongside societal assumptions about being home full time. We talk through the things we value most in what we want to instill in our kids including honesty, autonomy, problem-solving and being a problem solver
Next episode recommended:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-10-there-is-no-morally-neutral-art-the-power-of/id1661247515?i=1000598231402
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com .
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For questions, please email us at hello@honestunderscore.com.
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode, we open up about the challenges of navigating grief while managing a family with toddlers, sharing how we’ve coped with loss and found strength in God’s goodness if you take time to see it all around you. From solo parenting during a funeral to the emotional toll of change, we discuss the importance of grace, both for ourselves and our children. We also explore the difference between rest and true restoration, the value of rejuvenating activities, and how to model healthy social media habits for our kids.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
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Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
In this podcast, we tackle talk about the challenges and rewards of working from home with kids in the house. We talk tips like treating specific parts of the house a certain way and the value of noise canceling headphones. The second part of the conversation is our discussion started off with an innocent question from our 4-year old on "Dad, what are you doing in there?" when asking about why I lock myself in a bedroom for work. That got me thinking about how we can involve the whole family in the process of value creation together.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
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Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
In this podcast, we wrestle through balance of maintaining a strong, loving relationship while raising a family. We'll dive into the challenges you face when connection shifts from partners to parents and how to avoid drifting apart. From redefining date nights to fostering genuine connection, we discuss practical strategies for keeping your relationship vibrant and meaningful throughout all seasons of life. Whether you're newly navigating parenthood or years into the journey, we hope this episode inspires you to consider how to stay invested in your relationship.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
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Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
In this episode, we explore the complexities of authority, from the consent of the governed to the potential pitfalls of earned expertise, based on our recent trip to Austria, which is a socialist country. We discuss how different economic systems, like capitalism and socialism, shape power dynamics and individual freedoms. We also examine the dangers of hyper-individualism, where personal determination of right and wrong can lead to influential but maybe wrong experts. Join us as we unpack how societal design influences the authority we experience and the choices we make.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
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For questions, please email us at hello@honestunderscore.com
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
In this episode we dive into the intricate dynamics of multicultural families, where language, tradition, and identity overlap. Join us as we explore the challenges of navigating conversations in different languages, the cultural weight of honor, and the journey of raising kids in a multiethnic context. Despite the complexities, we uncover the profound value of building lasting memories with family across cultures.
We weren’t sure we were going to release this episode, but after editing realized it was all the more timely since part of the reason we went was to spend time with my dad who has since passed away. RIP Mars Tare. Pa, you are dearly missed.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
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For questions, please email us at hello@honestunderscore.com
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
In this episode, we dive into how we tag-team our parenthood, described specifically by our recent adventure of flying with two toddlers. We reflect on how the pandemic shaped our approach to working and parenting together, emphasizing the importance of sharing responsibilities and supporting each other. Join us for an honest discussion on navigating the journey of raising a family with our own distinct roles, but as a united front.
Table Talks with the Tares: conversations that inspire personal growth in leadership in every sphere of life.
Visit our website: http://www.honestunderscore.com
Join our monthly newsletter for a curated blend of exclusive leadership insights, personal reflections, and resource releases delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe to our Newsletter!
For questions, please email us at hello@honestunderscore.com