<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms">We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. </a>In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about the voice inside our head that’s quick to judge, criticize, and replay our mistakes—and how it quietly shapes our confidence, relationships, and mental health. You’ll learn practical ways to recognize your inner critic, interrupt unhelpful thought loops, and replace harsh self-talk with more honest, compassionate perspective. If you’ve been stuck in perfectionism, shame, or “I’m not enough” thinking, this conversation is a reset toward calmer self-leadership and healthier connection with others.To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/ Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms"&gt;We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about the voice inside our head that’s quick to judge, criticize, and replay our mistakes—and how it quietly shapes our confidence, relationships, and mental health. You’ll learn practical ways to recognize your inner critic, interrupt unhelpful thought loops, and replace harsh self-talk with more honest, compassionate perspective. If you’ve been stuck in perfectionism, shame, or “I’m not enough” thinking, this conversation is a reset toward calmer self-leadership and healthier connection with others.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&amp;apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp;amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion.  In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about the voice inside our head that’s quick to judge, criticize, and replay our mistakes—and how it quietly shapes our confidence, relationships, and mental health. You’ll learn practical ways to recognize your inner critic, interrupt unhelpful thought loops, and replace harsh self-talk with more honest, compassionate perspective. If you’ve been stuck in perfectionism, shame, or “I’m ...

Calming Your Inner Critic

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms">We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. </a>In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about what kids are really learning from us—often without a single lecture. From how we handle stress and speak about ourselves to how we treat other caregivers and show our values, we explore the everyday moments that quietly shape a child’s confidence, character, and sense of security.To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/ Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms"&gt;We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about what kids are &lt;em&gt;really&lt;/em&gt; learning from us—often without a single lecture. From how we handle stress and speak about ourselves to how we treat other caregivers and show our values, we explore the everyday moments that quietly shape a child’s confidence, character, and sense of security.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&amp;apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp;amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion.  In this episode, Rod and Scott talk about what kids are really learning from us—often without a single lecture. From how we handle stress and speak about ourselves to how we treat other caregivers and show our values, we explore the everyday moments that quietly shape a child’s confidence, character, and sense of security. To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk's Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ ...

What Your Kids Are Really Learning From You?

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms">We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. </a>Hobbies can be fun, exciting, stress and anxiety relieving.  Do you hobby and are your hobbies helping you relax?To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/ Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms"&gt;We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hobbies can be fun, exciting, stress and anxiety relieving.  Do you hobby and are your hobbies helping you relax?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&amp;apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp;amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion.  Hobbies can be fun, exciting, stress and anxiety relieving.  Do you hobby and are your hobbies helping you relax? To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk's Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/  Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. 

Are Your Hobbies Relaxing?

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms">We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. </a>Time is most precious of all the scarce resources as it is the one you cannot gain.  We will always only have 24 hours in a day and cannot gain more than another person.  How precious is time for you? How do you perceive your time? What is robbing you of your time?Come explore with us how time might be more precious than we think.To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/ Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms"&gt;We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Time is most precious of all the scarce resources as it is the one you cannot gain.  We will always only have 24 hours in a day and cannot gain more than another person.  How precious is time for you? How do you perceive your time? What is robbing you of your time?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Come explore with us how time might be more precious than we think.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&amp;apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp;amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion.  Time is most precious of all the scarce resources as it is the one you cannot gain.  We will always only have 24 hours in a day and cannot gain more than another person.  How precious is time for you? How do you perceive your time? What is robbing you of your time? Come explore with us how time might be more precious than we think. To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk's Place of Hope check out https://for...

Time, Perspective, Presence.

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms">We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. </a>Fun is an important part of chilhood and adulting!  Let&apos;s talk about how it&apos;s ok to be playful!To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/ Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1790860/open_sms"&gt;We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fun is an important part of chilhood and adulting!  Let&amp;apos;s talk about how it&amp;apos;s ok to be playful!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk&amp;apos;s Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp;amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We want to hear from you! Please, send us a text comment or suggestion.  Fun is an important part of chilhood and adulting!  Let's talk about how it's ok to be playful! To find out more about Rod McCall and Eryk's Place of Hope check out https://fortheloveoferyk.com/ &amp; https://eryksplaceofhope.com/  Find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. 

It's OK to be Playful!

Home Sweet Home is more than a podcast — it’s a place for real conversations about building a life filled with purpose, connection, and joy. Join hosts Rod and Scott each week as they explore ways to strengthen your relationships, find meaning in everyday life, and create a home — and a world — where you and those around you can truly thrive. New episodes drop every Monday, with a library of past conversations always ready to inspire.

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