Parenting With A Purpose
Donna Janel Williams, a Chester native is on a mission to bring back the responsibility, nobility, and beauty back to parenting. Parenting With A Purpose show aims to reach, teach and propel single mom, single dads, married, divorced, adopted, and foster parents all over the world with engaging conversations to help parents raise up successful leaders. Donna Janel believes parents are the bows and children are the arrows and they will land in the direction we aim them.
Episodes
What does it mean to parent with a purpose in today's ever-changing world? Join us as we unpack this essential question and explore the art of empowering children to thrive in uncertain times. We promise you'll gain insights into the ripple effects of shifting government policies on family life and how community collaboration can be a beacon of hope and innovation. Discover how parents can remain steadfast a...
Discover the power of parents as the primary educators in today's shifting landscape with our insightful guest, Akil Parker. We'll uncover how the evolving societal and governmental climate calls parents to adapt and innovate, stepping up as key players in their children's education and well-being. Akil brings a wealth of knowledge and challenges us to see the current strains on educational resources as...
Ever wondered how parenting can triumph over societal changes and reduced support systems? Join us as we promise to unravel the secrets of effective parenting in today's unpredictable world. Discover how reclaiming responsibility and leveraging community resources can empower parents to guide their children's development with resilience and intentionality. Through insightful discussions, we explore how local...
Unravel the nuanced journey of fatherhood with our insightful guest, Akil Parker, who brings a wealth of personal experiences to the table. As a father to three children with three different mothers, Akil provides a heartfelt account of navigating complex family dynamics while keeping the children's well-being at the forefront. This episode promises to challenge your perceptions of parental freedom, commitment, a...
What happens when parenting becomes more about the child than the parent? Join us as we explore this profound question with our special guest, Aisha Staples, a resilient mother of four who shares her enlightening journey from single motherhood to building a balanced household with a supportive partner. Aisha opens up about the challenges of raising three boys and a girl, emphasizing the crucial role of male figures in...
What if parenting could be likened to the art of archery, where children are the arrows needing careful guidance to hit their mark? Join us as we navigate the beautiful responsibilities and joys of parenting, weaving through personal tales like my daughter's newfound passion for wrestling and my niece Lizzie's adventures in grocery shopping for her dorm. The post-pandemic evolution of shopping habits adds an...
Join us as we welcome Akil Parker, a passionate trailblazer in math education who is transforming how we perceive and engage with mathematics. Akil's journey from a high school math teacher to founding All This Math is both inspiring and informative, and he’s on a mission to make math accessible and meaningful for the Black community. Through innovative platforms like YouTube, Akil is blending math education with...
Ever wondered how your role as a parent could be the key to unlocking your child's future success? This episode of "Parenting with a Purpose" promises to shed light on the pivotal role of parental involvement in education, guiding you to be the bow that launches your child, the arrow, into a world of opportunities. I’m joined by our trusted guest, Kya, an experienced educator in fourth-grade science and...
Have you ever wondered how your involvement can truly shape your child's future? In this heartwarming episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we promise to unravel the transformative power of parental engagement. Joining us is Kelley Bowers, a remarkable figure in early childhood education, who shares her inspiring journey from managing a home daycare to founding a thriving childcare center within her ch...
What if the key to unlocking your child's potential lies within your own growth and self-discovery? On this episode of Parental Purpose, I, Donna Janel, invite you to join me on a journey of understanding how we can raise the "now generation" to become leaders in today's ever-changing world. Together, we'll explore the profound influence parents have in shaping their children's pathways t...
What if your child's education could be supercharged simply by you becoming more involved? Tiffany Barnes, a seasoned school counselor with over two decades in education, joins us to explore the enormous impact of parental involvement. Tiffany shares her journey from the classroom to counseling, unveiling the vital role schools play as community pillars. Her insights reveal how school staff, including counselors ...
Imagine parents as the bows that guide their children, the arrows, towards their future. This episode, featuring insights from our guest Briel, promises to provide you with fresh perspectives on "Parenting with a Purpose." We tackle the weighty yet crucial topics of parental guidance, community support, and the delicate balance of screen time, all while addressing the ever-present concern of school safety. T...
What if the past experiences of a teacher could illuminate the importance of early childhood education? Join us as we have an engaging conversation with Briel Hurling, an elementary school teacher who has transitioned from being a Teacher in rural Pennsylvania to shaping young minds in an urban charter school in Wilmington, Delaware. Briel shares her distinctive insights on the stark contrasts between rural and urban ...
Have you ever struggled to communicate with your teenage children, only to be met with a frustrating "I don't know"? Join me, Donna Janelle, as I share my personal experiences navigating the world of parenting a 16-year-old in the digital age. We explore the profound impact of technology and social media on family dynamics and the unique challenges they pose for modern parents. This episode shines a lig...
Parenting comes with its unique set of challenges, no matter the circumstances. Have you ever wondered how incarcerated parents maintain their roles or how cultural differences shape parenting practices worldwide? Join us as we navigate these compelling topics and more in Season 3 of "Parenting with a Purpose." We promise to shed light on the struggles faced by parents in various situations, including those ...
Could the key to breaking generational trauma lie in a parent's healing journey? On this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," join Donna Janel as we explore the transformative power of intentional parenting. Drawing from deeply personal reflections and the poignant film "Divorce in Black," we discuss how unhealed wounds in parents can affect children and perpetuate cycles of pain. As we refl...
What if the chemicals in your child's food are hastening their journey through puberty? We tackle this unsettling question right off the bat as Pam and I explore the increasing onset of early puberty linked to dietary and environmental factors. From the hidden dangers lurking in seemingly harmless seaweed wraps to the health implications of chemical-laden produce, we stress the urgency for parents to be vigilant,...
Have you ever wondered how the roles of fathers shape the future of their children? Join us on "Parenting with a Purpose" as we celebrate the unsung heroes of fatherhood. This episode delves into the multifaceted responsibilities of fathers in nurturing well-rounded children, especially during June—Father's Month. I share personal stories about prepping my daughter Lizzie for her next big step into the ...
Ever wondered what makes a father truly irreplaceable in a child's life? In this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we uncover the critical role fathers play in shaping their children's futures. I, Donna Janel, dive deep into the heart of fatherhood with our special guest, Drew, who brings profound insights and personal stories that illuminate the necessity of active and engaged dads. We explor...
What if you could transform your parenting style from a strict disciplinarian to a compassionate mentor? Join me, Donna Janel, and my guest, Ceez, a dedicated single father, as we unravel our journeys through parenthood, particularly focusing on the African-American community. With Father’s Day on the horizon, I share my own experiences of raising children and nieces without their fathers, and how the absence of a fat...
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