Parenting with Purpose: Overcoming Challenges and Building Strong Familial Connections

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan sits down with Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, to discuss crucial issues surrounding modern parenting. They explore themes such as the decline of the nuclear family, the erosion of parental authority, and the impact of growing up in challenging environments. Richard shares his personal journey from a troubled youth in Northeast Los Angeles to becoming a mentor for at-risk youth and the inspiration behind starting Parents on a Mission. The conversation delves into the importance of instilling values, role modeling, the challenges posed by modern technology, and the misguided notion that 'it takes a village' to raise children. Richard emphasizes the paramount role of parents in shaping their children's future and offers practical advice on creating a nurturing and value-driven home environment. The episode concludes with Richard introducing his resources, including books, online courses, and an AI-driven tool to assist parents. Richard R. Ramos is a distinguished keynote speaker, author, and international leader in family reconciliation and community youth violence prevention. Overcoming the challenges of barrio youth gangs, drugs, and violence, he has dedicated his career to serving high-risk Latino youth and families. Richard is the founder of "Parents on a Mission" (POM), a leadership curriculum designed to empower parents to win their children's hearts, minds, and loyalty. Since 2007, he has trained thousands of parents and community leaders with POM, focusing on building healthy relationships and preventing youth involvement in gangs. Find Richard online:  www.richardrramos.com 00:00 Introduction: Building a Better Community Starts at Home 00:58 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 01:05 Meet Richard Ramos: From Troubled Youth to Mentor 04:00 The Importance of Parental Influence 04:49 Richard's Personal Journey and the Birth of Parents on a Mission 07:11 Challenges and Realities of Modern Parenting 08:41 The Role of Values and Home Environment 16:51 The Ideological and Cultural War on Parenting 23:10 Practical Advice for Parents: Immunizing with Values 28:44 Maturity vs. Age: A Parent's Perspective 29:48 The Power of Vulnerability and Apologies 31:45 Building Concern for Neighbors in Children 32:56 The Screen Time Dilemma and Family Planning 35:33 Balancing Activities and Family Time 39:27 The Importance of Community and Support 44:19 Parenting Styles: Authoritarian, Permissive, and Authoritative 47:50 Richard's Resources and Final Thoughts Sponsors of the Podcast: BetterHelp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/ez10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of therapy WeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans. Aura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial Plunge: https://plunge.com/ez Mint Mobile: ⁠https://trymintmobile.com/ezconversations for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan Mental: ⁠https://getmental.com/ez NuCalm: https://nucalm.com/free-trial?/ref=ez for a one-week free trial Descript: https://get.descript.com/e2d248wpwtav for creating podcast episodes LeanWorlds: https://get.learnworlds.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Dr. Lewis Nutrition: https://drlewisnutrition.com/ez Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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