Asian American Parenting

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The Rooted Ministry and SOLA Network's Asian American Parenting Podcast: Where the Gospel Intersects with Asian American Faith, Culture, and Parenting.

  1. MAR 5

    What is Overparenting?

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny and Monica discuss overparenting—commonly called helicopter parenting, or in sociology, authoritarian parenting. They discuss the roots of overparenting in Asian American contexts, the signs and consequences of overparenting, and how parents of teenagers can reduce the instinct to “helicopter.” Their conversation touches on various passages of Scripture, including Ephesians 6:1-4, as they encourage listeners in the important work of parenting teenagers. What the Bible Says About Parenting: Discipleship Happens in Relationship with Mark Howard (Podcast) Christian Parenting Resources Subscribe and follow the Asian American Parenting podcast wherever you find your podcasts available.

    32 min

  2. FEB 19

    Emotional Regulation and Guilt As a Parent

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny discuss the important topic of guilt in response to failure as parents. They also share strategies for regulating our own emotions as parents so we can help our children do the same. This conversation touches on losing one’s temper as a parent, feelings of guilt and shame, and how to move away through those common experiences to genuine repentance in Christ. Parenting as a Child of God Gospel Astonished Parenting “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies” (1 Cor. 6: 19-20). “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?” (Rom. 6: 1-2) Follow on Instagram @therootedministry. Subscribe to the Rooted podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Watch us on YouTube!

    30 min

  3. FEB 5

    Faith That Lasts (In the Next Generation)

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny and Monica consider the topic of the long-term faith of teenagers, after they graduate high school and beyond into adulthood. They challenge Asian American parents of teenagers and children to nurture long-term faith in their children and teenagers, and discuss factors impacting a faith that lasts. They also discuss differences in immigrant generations raising their children and teenagers versus subsequent generations, and challenge listeners to learn from prior generations. Resources: Dear Parents, Play the Long Game - Rooted Ministry How Parents Build the Fire and Pray for the Flame - Rooted Ministry Handing Down the Faith: How Parents Pass Their Religion on to the Next Generation by Christian Smith and Amy Adamczyk Sticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Your Kids by Kara Powell and Chap Clark Judges 2:10 Follow on Instagram @therootedministry. Subscribe to the Rooted podcast wherever you get your podcasts.   Timestamps (Reverse Clock Countdown) 28:50 Danny 20:31 Monica 12:08 Danny

    30 min

  4. JAN 22

    Creating New Family Rhythms

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny and Monica discuss the idea of family rhythms and their importance for teenagers and parents, especially with teenagers, from both a biblical perspective and also supported by current research.  They acknowledge that while it is not always easy to establish these with teenagers for parents, that they are not only important but are very impactful.  They follow up this discussion by considering ways parents can structure and establish these rhythms with their teenagers.

    30 min

  5. JAN 8

    Building Bridges with Our Teenagers

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny discuss ways parents of teenagers can either build bridges of communication or break down bridges of communication with their teenagers. They break down how parents can connect with and nurture ways of communicating with their teenagers, helping with their mental and spiritual well-being, versus causing more stressors in their lives.  Walking With Teenagers Through Tragedy - Rooted Ministry Resources for Engaging Teenagers Spiritually—at Church and at Home - Rooted Ministry  Follow and subscribe to Asian American Parenting wherever you listen to podcasts. For more encouragement and ideas, check out our Family Discipleship curriculums.

    26 min

  6. 12/18/2025

    Getting Parenting Support and Rhythms of Rest and Renewal

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny talk about support parents need in raising their teenagers and children, as well as the concept of rest and renewal.  They discuss the harmfulness of parents venting to their children.  They also discuss the differences in the views of the concept of support, rest, and renewal in our immigrant parents versus subsequent generations of parents.  Moreover, they describe ways parents can seek out support, as well as rhythms of rest and renewal, to continue in their parenting journey.  Struggling with Family Discipleship? Here’s Hope and Encouragement - Rooted Ministry The Gift of the Unexpected in Parenting - Rooted Ministry  Follow and subscribe to Asian American Parenting wherever you listen to podcasts. For more encouragement and ideas, check out our Family Discipleship curriculums.

    30 min

  7. 12/04/2025

    Teenage Friendship, Drama, and Parenting

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny discuss the realities of drama and friendships in the lives of teenagers, and for parents to not minimize it, because it is so important to teenagers, yet they are not fully mature enough to deal with it.  They continue to talk about how parents can guide their teenagers through drama with their peers and how to guide their teenagers into godly gospel-centered relationships with their peers.   The Gift of the Unexpected in Parenting - Rooted Ministry Breaking Generational Patterns of Control in Our Parenting - Rooted Ministry Parents, You Don't Have to Know It All - Rooted Ministry   Follow @therootedministry on Instagram for more updates. Follow and subscribe to Asian American Parenting wherever you listen to podcasts.

    29 min

  8. 11/20/2025

    Youth Culture, Emojis, and What Parents of Teenagers Can Embrace

    In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny welcomes back Pastor Justin Wong, an expert on youth culture, to talk about youth culture. They discuss if parents need to fear youth culture or how they can embrace it to better engage in the lives of their teenagers and children.  They also talk about the world of emojis and how elements of the unknown aspects of youth culture can be used to deepen our relationship with our teenagers. Finally, they discuss the healthy partnership between parents and youth ministers.    “Earn the Right” with Parents (and Teenagers) - Rooted Ministry Learning to Partner with Parents of Teenagers, Not Judge Them - Rooted Ministry Social Media & Technology - Rooted Ministry   Subscribe to the AAYMR podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Follow @therootedministry on Instagram for more updates

    30 min
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The Rooted Ministry and SOLA Network's Asian American Parenting Podcast: Where the Gospel Intersects with Asian American Faith, Culture, and Parenting.

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