Join our Extraordinary Parenting Masterclass + 12-Week Coaching Program: 👉 https://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ It’s all about helping you find that balance between freedom and boundaries — while teaching your teen the habits that lead to real success in life. Inside, we’ll show you exactly how to: ✨ Build trust and connection ✨ Hold boundaries with confidence ✨ And guide your teen toward independence, responsibility, and purpose It’s practical, powerful, and life-changing for both you and your teen. 💪 You’ll get the exact roadmap for raising confident, capable, and connected teens (without power struggles or constant stress). Check it out — and feel free to message me any questions! I’d love to hear what part of parenting your teen you’re finding most challenging right now. 💪✨ 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward

Kids don’t rebel against boundaries—they rebel against inconsistent ones. Firm, fair structure builds trust. Weak or confusing boundaries destroy it. With Greg Denning—a formidable father of 7, seasoned world traveler, and successful entrepreneur. ✨ Watch more in our Parenting With Calm Authority playlist ➡ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUcUZtk-UcFFJIkZt4HEwpUnR1L9BgzhA Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TuzDF_8sfPI 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward #ParentingForDads #FatherhoodTips #FamilyLeadership #BoundariesForParents #CalmAuthority #TrustAndRespect #ParentingWisdom #mindsetformen

Join our Extraordinary Parenting Masterclass + 12-Week Coaching Program: 👉 https://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ It’s all about helping you find that balance between freedom and boundaries — while teaching your teen the habits that lead to real success in life. Inside, we’ll show you exactly how to: ✨ Build trust and connection ✨ Hold boundaries with confidence ✨ And guide your teen toward independence, responsibility, and purpose It’s practical, powerful, and life-changing for both you and your teen. 💪 You’ll get the exact roadmap for raising confident, capable, and connected teens (without power struggles or constant stress). Check it out — and feel free to message me any questions! I’d love to hear what part of parenting your teen you’re finding most challenging right now. 💪✨ 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward

You want to be calm, kind, and gentle — but your kids ignore you. Being gentle doesn’t mean being weak. Learn when not to be gentle so your kids still respect your leadership. With Greg Denning—a formidable father of 7, seasoned world traveler, and successful entrepreneur. ✨ Watch more in our Parenting With Calm Authority playlist ➡ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUcUZtk-UcFFJIkZt4HEwpUnR1L9BgzhA Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TuzDF_8sfPI 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward #ParentingForDads #FatherhoodTips #GentleParenting #CalmAuthority #FirmAndKind #FamilyLeadership #BoundariesForParents #mindsetformen

Join our Extraordinary Parenting Masterclass + 12-Week Coaching Program: 👉 https://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ It’s all about helping you find that balance between freedom and boundaries — while teaching your teen the habits that lead to real success in life. Inside, we’ll show you exactly how to: ✨ Build trust and connection ✨ Hold boundaries with confidence ✨ And guide your teen toward independence, responsibility, and purpose It’s practical, powerful, and life-changing for both you and your teen. 💪 You’ll get the exact roadmap for raising confident, capable, and connected teens (without power struggles or constant stress). Check it out — and feel free to message me any questions! I’d love to hear what part of parenting your teen you’re finding most challenging right now. 💪✨ www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward

Questioning your faith can feel terrifying—but it can also be liberating. When you walk through doubt instead of avoiding it, you often return with stronger faith than before. With Greg Denning—a formidable father of 7, seasoned world traveler, and successful entrepreneur. ✨ Watch more in our Mindset Shifts for Dads playlist ➡ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUcUZtk-UcFFX8qCsb2dFCRNnGqb-3Fit Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/3O7rIqTAZxQ 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward #MindsetForMen #FaithAndDoubt #FatherhoodTips #FamilyLeadership #CourageForDads #SpiritualGrowth #PersonalGrowthForMen #HusbandLife

You can’t avoid frustration—but you can choose not to live there. Emotions are contagious. Don’t pass your stress to your spouse or kids. Lead with calm strength. With Greg Denning—a formidable father of 7, seasoned world traveler, and successful entrepreneur. ✨ Watch more in our Mindset Shifts for Dads playlist ➡ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUcUZtk-UcFFX8qCsb2dFCRNnGqb-3Fit Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TuzDF_8sfPI 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward #MindsetForMen #FatherhoodTips #EmotionalIntelligence #FamilyLeadership #StressManagement #CalmParenting #DadLife #husbandlife

Traditions can be beautiful—but some are outdated and unhelpful. Great leadership means keeping what works and questioning what doesn’t, even the habits you inherited without thinking. With Greg Denning—a formidable father of 7, seasoned world traveler, and successful entrepreneur. ✨ Watch more in our Mindset Shifts for Dads playlist ➡ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUcUZtk-UcFFX8qCsb2dFCRNnGqb-3Fit Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/3O7rIqTAZxQ 🔔 Don’t miss more parenting insights—subscribe now: https://yt.openinapp.co/GDYT www.FormidableFamilyMan.com RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more purpose-driven family Leader—building stronger relationships, intentional parenting, and creating your Extraordinary Family Life. How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids): https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge for parents of kids 13+: http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK!: https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook Free! Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠: https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method class!: https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20🎉🎉🎉&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29 Podcast: The Formidable Family Man Podcast: https://www.podpage.com/formidable-family-man/ Check out this podcast for families Extraordinary Family Life Podcast: https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/ Follow me on Instagram:⁠@greg.denning⁠ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greghdenning The topics discussed in our episodes are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for any medical concerns or questions. #FormidableFamilyMen #GregDenning #BeTheMan #ReachUpward #MindsetForMen #FatherhoodTips #FamilyLeadership #PersonalGrowthForDads #BreakTheCycle #IntentionalLiving #DadLife #HusbandLife

Are you trying to set teen boundaries without your child calling you “controlling” or “the worst parent ever”? If you want your teen to live by high standards—around tech, food, friends, habits, and lifestyle—you can’t just make it your standard and enforce it. It has to become their standard. In this episode of the Extraordinary Family Life Podcast, Greg and Rachel break down exactly how they helped their own teens buy in so deeply that they now say things like, “I’m not putting that garbage in my body,” or “I don’t waste my life on that.” Instead of rules and power struggles, they show you how to prioritize relationship over rules, lean on unconditional love, and teach the laws that govern health, happiness, success, and addiction—so your kids see for themselves where certain choices lead. When teens understand the why behind your standards, they stop feeling controlled and start choosing those standards for themselves. You’ll also hear how the Dennings have intentionally made real life more compelling than video games or junk food—often inviting friends along for the ride—so the “different” lifestyle isn’t a punishment, it’s an upgrade. If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I hold the line without wrecking the relationship?” this conversation will give you a new framework: less control, more conviction—and a family standard that everyone owns. 🎉 Enrollment is now open for our Winter 2026 Habits for a Successful Life Online Class for Teens → Learn More Here (https://www.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/pages/habits-for-a-successful-life-online-class-for-teens) Key Takeaways ✅ It can’t be my standard; it has to become our standard as a family, or teens will always feel controlled. ✅ Prioritizing the relationship over the rules makes high standards easier to hold and easier for teens to accept. ✅ Unconditional love is the foundation, but standards and boundaries are still essential—just not weaponized. ✅ Focus less on control and correction, and more on conviction, conversion, and clear “why’s” behind your standards. ✅ Treat standards like universal laws (like gravity)—not arbitrary parent rules—so kids see cause and effect for themselves. Memorable Quotes 🗣 “It can’t be my standard I enforce on my kids. It has to be our standard.” 🗣 “If we don’t live the message, we suck as the messenger.” 🗣 “The goal isn’t to make your child do what you want—it’s to help them want it for themselves.” 🗣 “Tell me your habits and I’ll tell you your future.” 🗣 “We’re not the creators of the rules—we’re the teachers of the laws that already exist.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes 00:38 Navigating Parenting Standards and Boundaries 01:10 The Challenge of Standing Out as Parents 02:53 Communicating Values and Standards to Teens 04:46 The Importance of Ownership in Standards 06:12 Understanding Consequences and Life Choices 08:21 Living the Message: The Role of Parents 11:02 The Balance of Unconditional Love and Standards 17:21 The Complexity of Love: Unconditional vs Conditional 18:41 Prioritizing Relationships Over Rules 21:58 Conviction vs Control in Parenting 26:25 Creating an Engaging Family Culture 30:29 Choosing the Hard Path for Greater Rewards RESOURCES: Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey. • How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids (https://welladjusted.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/) - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids) • Rachel’s ⁠⁠Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms⁠⁠ (https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/ambitious-well-read-mom-booklist) • Greg's ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠ (https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/greg-denning-booklist) • Join the 12-Week Habits Challenge (http://teens.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/) for parents of kids 13+ • Don’t miss out on the Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method (https://parenting.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Enrollment%20open%21%21%20%F0%9F%8E%89%F0%9F%8E%89%F0%9F%8E%89&utm_campaign=Parenting%20launch%20Enrollment%20Open%20%28Email%20%235%29) class! • Get Greg’s NEW Formidable Family Man BOOK (https://ulxksbw3zo14.swipepages.net/ffmbook) ! • Get Rachel's ⁠⁠Family Systems & Charts⁠⁠ (https://courses.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/courses/family-systems-charts) • Get Rachel’s Extraordinary Family Life Planner (https://extraordinaryfl.samcart.com/products/extraordinary-life-planner) • Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@worldschoolfamily⁠ (https://instagram.com/worldschoolfamily) or ⁠@greg.denning⁠ (https://instagram.com/greg.denning) • Gather with us at th...