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
36 episodes
Fatherhood Unfiltered: Navigating the Complex Journey of Parenting and Community Support
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 navigat...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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1:14:46
Embracing Vulnerability: The Transformative Journey of Motherhood and Resilience
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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:12:19
Guiding Arrows: Embracing Parenting, Early Intervention, and Educational Innovation
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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55:40
Unlocking Potential: Math as a Tool for Empowerment
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 inform...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:06:28
Building Bridges Between Home and School for Success
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:02:41
Nurturing Tomorrow's Leaders: The Transformative Power of Parental Engagement
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 r...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:00:18
The Journey of Personal Growth in Parenting
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" t...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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41:22
Empowering Families: Unlocking Success Through Parental Involvement and Digital Citizenship
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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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58:57
Creating Strong Family Bonds Through Purposeful Parenting
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...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:01:25
Bridging Gaps: Elevating Early Childhood Education and Parental Involvement
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 ru...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:01:11
"Parenting Under Pressure: Preparing for School Emergencies"
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. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:07:24
From Struggles to Strengths The Journey of Parenthood
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 c...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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43:40
Crafting a Joyful and Meaningful Parenting Experience
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 refle...
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Episode 24
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58:39
Shaping Future Generations with Intentional Parenting
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....
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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57:14
Guiding Hands: Fathers Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:09:29
A Deep Dive into the Irreplaceable Role of Dads
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 f...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:10:42
Celebrating Fatherhood Inspiring Positive Change in Parenting
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 o...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:04:25
The Transformative Power of Active Fathers
Ever felt the weight of parenting, especially when life throws curveballs your way? I'm Donna Janel, and after a rejuvenating two-week hiatus filled with personal celebrations, I'm back to share my deeply personal journey of raising my niece, w...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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57:05
Fusing Beats with Brainpower A Lyrical Spin on Math Mastery
As I navigated the highs and lows of parenting, from celebrating my daughter's military acceptance to grappling with teenage tribulations, my own triumph in becoming a registered nurse reminded me that our children are always watching, learning...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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58:01
Breaking Free from Perfection to Cherish the Chaos of Parenting
Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to be the perfect parent? You're not alone. Join me, Donna Janel, as we strip away the superhero cape and discuss the real, raw, and often untold stories of motherhood. From t...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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54:20
Laying Foundations for Flourishing The Shift from Hurt to Healing
Join me, Donna Janel, as I team up with the insightful Rhonda Santos to peel back the layers on a topic that's both personal and universal – healing from the scars of narcissistic abuse and codependency. Celebrating a pivotal moment in my own j...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:03:07
Braving the Parenting Journey with Grace and Grit
Have you ever witnessed a teenager's unexpected leap into maturity or grappled with the delicate equilibrium of single parenting? Today, on Parenting with a Purpose, Pam and I, Donna Janel, share heartfelt tales and insights that strike a chord...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:05:05
Harvesting Harmony Balancing Self-Care with Childrearing
When my 18-year-old stood at the crossroads of adulthood, uncertain whether to enlist in the Marines, it was a stark reminder of the delicate dance of parenting. Through my own confrontation with health challenges, including three strokes, I've...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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1:02:49
The Legacy of Parenthood: Weaving Growth, Purpose, and Perseverance into the Fabric of Family Life
Ever find yourself in the midst of a parenting quandary, like that time I scoured the house for a wayward Bluetooth speaker, only to discover it nestled in my teenager's room? These moments, both maddening and mundane, are the threads in the ri...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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1:14:39
Empowering Our Children by Creating a Unshakeable Base
Parenting is an odyssey that shapes the destiny of our children, a fact I've come to realize more deeply with each passing day. My experiences have taught me that the guardianship of their dreams, especially in the glitzy but often treacherous ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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56:00