Is our pursuit of healthier homes accidentally teaching our children to be afraid of the world around them? We want to make wise choices for our families. We read the labels, question the ingredients, swap out products, and try to eliminate unnecessary toxins. But what happens when our kids leave the house? When there's red dye in the birthday cupcakes, Goldfish after the baseball game, or a bright red Gatorade in the team snack bag? How do we teach our children to make healthy choices without creating fear, anxiety, or an unhealthy obsession with health itself? This week on the Raising Rock Podcast, we're joined by Shawna Holman of A Little Less Toxic. Shawna shares her personal journey toward healthier living, and we walk room by room through the home, discussing practical, approachable changes families can make without feeling like they need to overhaul everything overnight. But we also tackle something even more important: When does caring for our family's health cross the line into fear, control, or even idolatry? The health and wellness world can make it feel like everything around us is toxic - food, water, clothes, cookware, fragrance and more! And while there's wisdom in being intentional about what we bring into our homes, there's also a danger in allowing the pursuit of health to consume our thoughts, dictate our decisions, or create unnecessary fear in our children. As Christian parents, we're called to be good stewards of what God has entrusted to us, but that doesn't mean we can (or should try to) control every outcome. Our goal isn't to raise children who are afraid of everything they eat, touch, or encounter. It's to raise children who can make wise, informed choices while remembering that their ultimate security and provision is found in the Lord. How to connect with Shawna: Visit her website. Follow her on instagram. How to connect with Raising Rock: Learn more about Raising Rock. Follow Raising Rock on Instagram and Pinterest. On our website, you’ll find our products and merch, parenting tools and resources, and a deeper look into who we are and the heart behind Raising Rock. On the Resources page, you’ll also discover free downloads created just for families—practical tools to help you raise a ROCK, a Playlist For The Heart, and more. As a thank-you for being a podcast listener, enjoy 20% off your first order with code PODCAST20 (one-time use per customer). Subscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. At Raising Rock, we thoughtfully and prayerfully vet the guests we invite onto our podcast. While we are unlikely to feature guests whose beliefs or values stand in direct opposition to the mission and principles of Raising Rock, we also recognize that no two individuals or ministries align perfectly on every issue. Some of our guests may hold differing opinions, have varying approaches to certain topics, or share content on their personal platforms that does not fully reflect all of Raising Rock's views and convictions. Featuring a guest on our podcast should not be interpreted as a full endorsement of every belief, opinion, product, or piece of content they have shared. Our desire is to engage in meaningful conversations that encourage families, promote wisdom, and point parents toward raising children with strong character and faith. As always, we encourage our audience to thoughtfully consider all content through the lens of Scripture and with discernment.
