130: Why We Ditched the Norms: Family, Fitness, and Homeschooling for Modern Families

In Episode 130 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Gabe Yanez is joined by his wife, Arielle Yanez, for a special Valentine's Day episode. Together, they share their journey of ditching societal norms to build a life focused on family, fitness, and homeschooling. From their unconventional lifestyle choices to tips on balancing relationships, parenting, and personal growth, this episode dives deep into what it means to prioritize what truly matters. Tune in to hear their unique perspective and practical insights for moder Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 Special Valentine's Episode with Gabe and Arielle Yanez 2:05 How Gabe and Arielle First Met - A Love Story in California 6:27 The Coffee Date That Sparked a Lifetime Connection 8:31 Moving in After Months - Bold Moves in Love and Life 12:49 Building Confidence and Growth in Relationships 15:18 Passion vs. Yelling - Secrets to Better Communication 19:31 Parenting Lessons: Taking Responsibility and Growing Together 21:37 Why You Should Never Go to Bed Angry - Relationship Hacks 25:50 The Joys and Struggles of New Parenthood Revealed 27:39 How Prioritizing Your Partner Strengthens Your Family 31:34 Mindful Parenting and Strengthening Family Bonds 33:31 Why Family Connections Are Vital for Raising Happy Kids 37:02 The Power of a Supportive Community in Parenthood 39:04 Breaking Free from Societal Expectations for True Happiness 43:14 Living Unconventionally: Choosing Adventures Over Norms 45:04 Tiny Home Living - Why They Chose an Airstream Lifestyle 48:27 Embracing Adventure: Lessons from Road-Tripping Across America 50:26 Defying Family Expectations for Personal Fulfillment 54:12 Disney vs. Camping - Creating Memories That Matter 56:01 Bonding Through Sports and Travel with Family 59:47 The Impact of One-on-One Time with Your Kids 1:01:55 Homeschooling vs. Traditional Schooling - Choosing Family First 1:05:59 Fun Science Experiments That Your Kids Will Love 1:07:52 Choosing Family Time Over Material Pursuits 1:11:42 Essential Life Skills Every Kid Needs to Learn 1:13:53 The Egg Drop Challenge - Fun, Education, and Creativity