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Dates, Mates and Babies with the VallottonsAuthor: Jason and Lauren Vallotton
Were the Vallottons, and were passionate about people! Every human was created for fulfilling connections in relationship and family, but its not always what comes easiest! We know this because of our wide range of personal experiences as well as years of working with people. So were going to crack open topics like dating, marriage, family and parenting to encourage, entertain and equip you for a deeply fulfilling life of relational health. Support us at on Patreon at patreon.com/datesmatesbabies Language: en-us Genres: Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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139. How to Set Yourselves Up for 2026: Positioning Yourself to Win
Wednesday, 14 January, 2026
In this episode, Jason and Lauren Vallotton invite listeners into a practical and intentional conversation about preparing for the year ahead. As 2026 approaches, they challenge couples and families to move beyond vague hopes and instead position themselves to win through clarity, reflection, and aligned action. This episode is about slowing down long enough to ask the right questions—and taking ownership of what truly matters.In This Episode: • Why having a clear plan is essential for long-term success • How to assess whether you—and your family—are actually set up for success • The importance of defining a target before trying to hit it • Why reflection on the past year is a necessary step before planning the next one • How intentional, dedicated time with a spouse creates alignment and shared vision • Why time is the greatest investment families make—and the importance of knowing where it’s going • The value of shared calendars and shared expectations • How identifying the one thing to do this week can create meaningful momentumKey Questions Jason and Lauren Encourage Listeners to Ask: • Are we living reactively, or are we intentionally aiming at something? • Where is most of our time going—and does that reflect our priorities? • What kind of family culture are we building right now? • What is the one practical step that can be taken this week to move forward?Episode Takeaway: Jason and Lauren believe that success doesn’t happen accidentally—it’s the result of clarity, alignment, and intentional investment. This episode helps listeners reflect on where they’ve been, assess where they are, and take a meaningful step toward building a healthier, more connected 2026.PatreonIf you've enjoyed this podcast, would you consider financially supporting the show? Every donation, big and small, helps the Vallottons continue to prioritize making this content for you. Click this link to support! Thank you!For information on the Marriage Intensive and other resources, go to jasonandlaurenvallotton.com !Connect with Lauren:InstagramFacebookConnect with Jason:Jay’s InstagramJay’s FacebookBraveCo Instagramwww.braveco.org









