The Intentional Family

Rachel tells a personal story about paying attention to what lights your kids up and shares how quietly leaning in at the right opportunities can help your child discover their gifts and talents.
Young Writer’s Workshop
Young Writer’s Retreat
Story Cubes

This one's for the dads — and the moms who love them. In this episode, Rachel pulls back the curtain on something she's watched her husband Mike do consistently in their home: show up for each of their kids one-on-one, ask great questions, and build a relational foundation that no amount of providing or lecturing could replace.

AI is here to stay. In this episode, Mike and Rachel explain how to approach AI with your children and practical steps to take in training them to use it appropriately.
Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick
Craft + Commerce conference
ChatGPT’s Impact on Our Brains
Mike’s Book Notes Page
Mike Schmitz Reads
Mike’s Book Notes Workflow Video
Bookworm podcast
Create Your Ideal Week Template
AI with Allie

The internet is full of information but empty of wisdom — and Titus 2 has a 2,000-year-old solution to that problem.

Your family doesn't want variety — they want to know Tuesday means tacos. In this episode, Rachel shares a simple system that makes meal planning effortless.
Classical Conversations
Intentional Family Feedback Form