Episode 381: Where Commitment Meets Capability with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East

Raising Boys & Girls

That Sounds Fun Network

Religion & Spirituality, Kids & Family, Christianity, Parenting

4.9 • 1.9K Ratings

🗓️ 4 June 2026

⏱️ 58 minutes

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In this episode, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East discuss the importance of commitment, resilience, and raising capable kids. Drawing from their experiences as elite athletes and parents, they share how supportive parents helped them build confidence through challenges rather than rescuing them from discomfort. The conversation highlights the value of letting children develop independence, discover their unique passions, learn from failure, and stick with things that matter, while emphasizing that growth and joy often come through perseverance rather than quick success. Resources mentioned: The Courage to Commit: Embrace the Radical Power of Sticking With Something by Shawn Johnson and Andrew East Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew Family Made . . . . . . Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! THE WONDER PROJECT: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! THE ABSORPTION COMPANY: Visit absorbmore.com and use code RBG for up to 35% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	You know, I'm really passionate about making decisions that align with your faith and your values, especially when it comes to your family.
0:07.3	And one area where that can feel really challenging right now is health care.
0:11.7	Costs keep rising, and it's hard to feel confident that you're choosing the right path.
0:16.2	That's why I wanted to share something I've been learning about called Liberty Health Share.
0:20.6	It's not health insurance. It's a health care sharing ministry, which means you're joining a
0:25.3	community of believers who come together to help carry one another's medical expenses.
0:29.9	It's people living out the idea that we're stronger when we support each other and show up for
0:34.7	one another. They offer programs for different stages of life and different budgets.
0:39.0	So whether you're newly married, starting a family,
0:41.6	or just looking for a better, more aligned approach, it's worth checking out.
0:45.9	If you've been praying about a better way to navigate health care,
0:49.1	this could be something to look into.
0:50.6	You can learn more at libertyhealthshare.org. That's Libertyhealthshare.org. Liberty Healthshare,
0:58.0	a force for good.
1:08.4	Hey friends, welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls podcast.
1:12.6	I'm Sissy Goff.
1:13.6	And I'm David Thomas, and we're so glad you've joined us for this conversation.
1:18.6	Let's dive in.
1:24.6	Sean Johnson East and Andrew East are former elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and content creators
1:31.5	renowned for their authentic family-focused brand.
1:35.4	With over 13.8 million followers, they host the Couple Things Podcast and run Family Made focusing
1:42.5	on marriage and parenting.
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