Because They Matter
BECAUSE OUR CHILDREN MATTER,
AND, BECAUSE YOU ALWAYS CAN,
LET'S SHARE OUR LOVE FOREVER,
ALWAYS LENDING A HELPING HAND!!!
BECAUSE OUR CHILDREN ARE OUR FUTURE,
WE DEARLY WANT THEM BLESSED,
PROFESSIONALLY, PERSONALLY, & WITH PURPOSE,
WE WANT THEM TO BE THE BEST...
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Welcome to you all!! We are incredibly grateful to have you as part of our podcast family here at "Because They Matter."
Please accept our deepest gratitude for choosing to spend your valuable time with us. It is both your encouragement and commitment that helps us in the creation of meaningful, impactful and inspirational episodes.
We created and launched "Because They Matter" with the intention of making a positive difference in the lives of children, who will be our future generations.
Our goal is to serve you and your family, forever providing content that deeply resonates with your interests and needs. And please don't ever hesitate to share your ideas, guest interview suggestions, or future topics with us. We forever aim to serve you better and provide the content that resonates deeply with your interests and needs.
As we move forward on this exciting podcast journey, we invite you to continue being an active part of our team. We're confident that you'll join our conversations regularly, and that together, we can create a program that will inspire us all in our mission to support the children, parents and community that we're proud to serve.
Again, our sincere thanks for choosing to be a part of our "Because They Matter" team. We are most honored to have you all on board, and we look forward to bringing you the most captivating and emotionally engaging episodes, in our efforts to make you and your family's life as positive and rewarding as you could ever dream of.
With heartfelt gratitude,
The "Because They Matter" Team
Because They Matter
Finding Balance at Home and in the Community
Scott Murray, Stacie Martin, and Rhiannon Graham discuss the importance of family dynamics, particularly in blended families. They highlight the impact of recent storms on family life and the challenges of living together. The conversation shifts to love languages, emphasizing the significance of acts of service, words of affirmation, and quality time. Rhiannon shares her experience as Miss Chicago and the importance of self-care. Stacie talks about her personal growth and upcoming projects. Scott emphasizes the value of kindness, courtesy, and respect. They conclude by discussing self-care strategies and the importance of maintaining positive relationships.
To connect with Scott Murray, email him at scott@murraymedia.net
To connect with Stacie Martin, email her at smartin@singleparentadvocate.org. You can follow Single Parent Advocate on Facebook and join their community.
To connect with Rhiannon Graham, email her at rhigraham4@gmail.com
To connect with Jelesa Warren, you can find her on Instagram @Jbirdflew or on You Tube here:
Scott Murray, Stacie Martin, and Rhiannon Graham discuss the importance of family dynamics, particularly in blended families. They highlight the impact of recent storms on family life and the challenges of living together. The conversation shifts to love languages, emphasizing the significance of acts of service, words of affirmation, and quality time.
Rhiannon shares her experience as Miss Chicago and the importance of self-care.
Stacie talks about her personal growth and upcoming projects.
Scott emphasizes the value of kindness, courtesy, and respect.
They conclude by discussing self-care strategies and the importance of maintaining positive relationships.
Celebrating Rhiannon's Achievement and New Year Greetings
- Scott Murray introduces the show and welcomes co-hosts Stacie Martin and Rhiannon Graham.
- Rhiannon Graham shares her experience as the reigning Miss Chicago and the upcoming events she has planned.
- Stacie Martin congratulates Rhiannon and encourages listeners to support her platform on social media.
- The team discusses the impact of recent storms and unusual weather patterns in various parts of the U.S.
Living Together and Family Dynamics
- Stacie Martin talks about the challenges of living together with family members due to weather or budgeting.
- The team discusses the importance of respecting each other's space and setting up a blended family situation.
- Stacie introduces the topic of love languages and how they can be leveraged for better family interactions.
- Scott Murray and Rhiannon Graham share personal anecdotes about their sleep patterns and how they manage them.
Navigating Sleep Patterns and Technology Impact
- Scott Murray shares his experience of working late nights and how it affected his sleep schedule.
- Rhiannon Graham discusses the impact of blue light from TVs and phones on sleep and her efforts to reduce exposure.
- Stacie Martin introduces the concept of pink and black noise as alternatives to TV background noise for better sleep.
- The team shares tips for living together harmoniously, including being considerate of roommates and maintaining cleanliness.
Love Languages and Quality Time
- Rhiannon Graham introduces the five love languages: words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, and physical touch.
- Stacie Martin and Rhiannon Graham discuss their personal love languages and how they have evolved over time.
- Scott Murray emphasizes the importance of being kind, courteous, and respectful in all interactions.
- The team discusses the challenges of navigating different love languages within a family and the importance of open communication.
Self-Care and Future Plans
- Stacie Martin shares her plans for personal growth and self-care, including taking a training class and finishing her book.
- Rhiannon Graham talks about organizing her schedule as Miss Chicago and ensuring she makes the most of her opportunities.
- Scott Murray discusses his commitment to making a difference in the lives of others through his foundation and daily activities.
- The team concludes the episode by emphasizing the importance of self-care and staying positive.
