On the Doorframes

John & Courtney Critz

On the Doorframes is a podcast created by Courtney and John Critz out of a desire to see lasting peace and purpose written on the posts of your home. Greeting you when you enter and when you exit, when you lie down and rise up. Parenting doesn’t have to be a maze of terror but can instead be a journey of coming home to all you and your family were created to be read less
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On the Doorframes | The Behavior vs Heart Shift | Episode 17
3d ago
On the Doorframes | The Behavior vs Heart Shift | Episode 17
In this episode, Courtney and John dive into the heart of parenting, exploring the crucial difference between enforcing behavior and nurturing a child's inner values. They discuss the importance of understanding and connecting with children on a deeper level, encouraging open and honest conversations that go beyond mere rule-following. This episode challenges listeners to look beyond superficial obedience to foster genuine understanding and lifelong principles in their children. Check out our website for more resources and information on our live workshops: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/

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On the Doorframes | The Behavior vs Heart Shift | Episode 17
3d ago
On the Doorframes | The Behavior vs Heart Shift | Episode 17
In this episode, Courtney and John dive into the heart of parenting, exploring the crucial difference between enforcing behavior and nurturing a child's inner values. They discuss the importance of understanding and connecting with children on a deeper level, encouraging open and honest conversations that go beyond mere rule-following. This episode challenges listeners to look beyond superficial obedience to foster genuine understanding and lifelong principles in their children. Check out our website for more resources and information on our live workshops: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | The Power Struggle Shift | Episode 16
May 8 2024
On the Doorframes | The Power Struggle Shift | Episode 16
In this episode, Courtney and John discuss redefining discipline, moving away from establishing dominance to fostering trust and understanding. They emphasize the importance of modeling submission to authority through love rather than fear, focusing on long-term trust rather than immediate obedience. Check out our website where you can join us live for an online workshop: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Discipline | Episode 15
May 2 2024
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Discipline | Episode 15
In this episode, John and Courtney discuss the importance of setting boundaries while maintaining warmth and understanding. They emphasize the significance of guiding children through love and discipline, avoiding extremes, and the critical role of time in nurturing relationships. Check out our website where you can join us live for an online workshop: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | The Siblings Can’t Be Friends Shift | Episode 14
Apr 24 2024
On the Doorframes | The Siblings Can’t Be Friends Shift | Episode 14
In this episode, John and Courtney talk about intentionally fostering strong friendships between siblings, rather than accepting sibling rivalry as the norm. They discuss creating an environment that allows these bonds to develop naturally through unstructured time together, starting from a young age. Check out our website where you can join us live for an online workshop: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | The Scarcity Mindset Shift | Episode 13
Apr 17 2024
On the Doorframes | The Scarcity Mindset Shift | Episode 13
In this episode, John and Courtney encourage creating a family environment where siblings don't need to compete or tear each other down, but can develop compassion, understanding and the ability to encourage one another's unique strengths. Check out our website where you can join us live for an online workshop: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | The Sibling Conflict Shift | Episode 12
Apr 12 2024
On the Doorframes | The Sibling Conflict Shift | Episode 12
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode twelve! John and Courtney discuss how to make a shift in how you think about sibling conflict. Dive deeper with us on this topic by joining us for an online workshop. Check out our website for details: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Sibling Relationships | Episode 11
Apr 3 2024
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Sibling Relationships | Episode 11
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode eleven! John and Courtney discuss a new way to look at sibling relationships! Dive deeper with us on this topic by joining us for an online workshop. Check out our website for details: https://www.onthedoorframes.com/
On the Doorframes | The Us Vs. Them Shift | Episode 10
Mar 18 2024
On the Doorframes | The Us Vs. Them Shift | Episode 10
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode ten! John and Courtney discuss the us vs. them shift!
On the Doorframes | The Follow My Lead Shift | Episode 9
Mar 18 2024
On the Doorframes | The Follow My Lead Shift | Episode 9
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode nine! John and Courtney discuss the follow my lead shift!
On the Doorframes | The Parent Pride Shift | Episode 8
Mar 18 2024
On the Doorframes | The Parent Pride Shift | Episode 8
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode eight! John and Courtney discuss the parenting pride shift!
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Parenting | Episode 7
Mar 18 2024
On the Doorframes | A New Way to Look at Parenting | Episode 7
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode seven! John and Courtney discuss a new way to look at parenting!
On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 2 | Episode 6
Apr 25 2022
On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 2 | Episode 6
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode five! John and Courtney discuss anger in parenting Part 2!
On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 1 | Episode 5
Apr 18 2022
On the Doorframes | Anger in Parenting - Part 1 | Episode 5
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode five! John and Courtney discuss anger in parenting. Is there anger in your house? is anger bad? Is it our responsibility to make anger go away? Or do we need to learn how to manage it?   Visit us at onthedoorframes.com for more resources
On the Doorframes | Creating Sibling Bonds | Episode 4
Apr 11 2022
On the Doorframes | Creating Sibling Bonds | Episode 4
Welcome to On the Doorframes episode four! John and Courtney discuss sibling relationships. Teaching children how to talk and interact with one anther in a loving way.    Visit us at onthedoorframes.com for more resources
On the Doorframes | Creating Space | Episode 3
Apr 4 2022
On the Doorframes | Creating Space | Episode 3
On the Doorframes | Creating Space | Episode 003 Welcome to On the Doorframes episode three! John and Courtney discuss how to develop a discipline of creating rest. How do we evaluate a life that gives us room to breathe? Think? Create? Visit us at onthedoorframes.com for more resources
On the Doorframes | Life Happens in the Interruptions | Episode 2
Mar 28 2022
On the Doorframes | Life Happens in the Interruptions | Episode 2
On the Doorframes | Life Happens in the Interruptions | Episode 002 Welcome to On the Doorframes episode two! John and Courtney discuss how kids communicate and how to communicate with them. Visit us at onthedoorframes.com for more resources
On the Doorframes | What’s Your Parenting Endgame? | Episode 1
Feb 24 2022
On the Doorframes | What’s Your Parenting Endgame? | Episode 1
On the Doorframes | What's Your Parenting Endgame? | Episode 001 Welcome to On the Doorframes episode one! John and Courtney discuss the parenting endgame. What is the point of parenting? Is it just to get them ready to be 18? Go to college? What is the real purpose of parenting?   Visit us at onthedoorframes.com for more resources