Ever feel like nothing is working… and the harder you try, the more disconnected you feel from your child? You're not broken—and neither is your kid. You might just be parenting a design you haven’t learned to read yet.

In this episode, I break down what happens when we lead from default instead of design—and why understanding your child’s Purpose Print™ could change everything. We’ll talk about:

💛 The danger of comparison and confusion 🧩 What to do when your parenting style and your child’s wiring clash ✨ Why your child isn’t “too much” or “too sensitive”—they’re just wired differently 🙏 How God can redeem your home one connection at a time

You’re not failing, mama. You’re just due for a new blueprint. Let’s walk through it together.

📲 Want to discover your child’s Purpose Print™ and get the full toolkit? Connect with us on Facebook @CrashTestMama

Episode 3: When Fire Meets Feelings – Leading Strong-Willed Kids with a Tender Heart

Ever feel like your sweet, heart-led parenting style is no match for your bold, bossy, strong-willed child? Like your kid came out the womb ready to run a boardroom — and you’re just trying to survive Target without a scene?

Sis, you’re not alone.

In this episode of the Crash Test Mama Podcast, we’re diving deep into the real-life struggles of Heart-led mamas raising Leader-type kids — and what to do when your softness is mistaken for weakness.

We’ll cover: 💛 Why your gentle approach may not be landing with your Leader child 🔥 How to hold boundaries without losing your tenderness 🙅🏽‍♀️ Why passive-aggression doesn’t work — and what to say instead 📖 The biblical foundation of training your child the way they’re called, not just how you were raised

If you’ve ever walked away from a parenting moment thinking, "Did I just get outplayed by a 10-year-old?" — this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to lead with calm confidence — without changing your heart. Because strong-willed kids don’t need louder parents. They need clearer ones. 💛

How to lead your firestarter child without losing your voice (or your mind)

Got a child who challenges everything you say? Who questions every rule, pushes every limit, and insists on having the last word?

Sis… what if that’s not rebellion — but raw leadership in the making?

In this episode of the Crash Test Mama Podcast, Cynt shares the real story of one of her former basketball players — a bold, bossy teen who transformed from control freak to confident team captain. You’ll learn how to redirect your strong-willed child’s fire without crushing their spirit.

We’re talking: 💥 What the “Leader” child type really needs 🗣️ Why your parenting tone might be backfiring ✝️ How even Jesus refined, not rejected, passionate kids like Peter 👩🏽‍🏫 And how your leadership style may be clashing with theirs

This isn’t about control. It’s about coaching the fire for Kingdom purpose.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify + Apple Podcasts 📥 Grab the free Starter Kit + Leader Child Script Pack 📲 Follow on Facebook @CrashTestMama for daily encouragement

Keep your head up girl — you got this. 💛

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