Two Words That Changed Our Family: “Safe Space” with special guest Brady Riekstins

Season #1 Episode #158

Creating Safe Spaces for Our Kids: Rudi & Brady’s Vulnerable Conversation

In this deeply moving episode of the InPowered Life Podcast, Rudi Riekstins sits down with his 11-year-old son, Brady, to talk openly about parenting, emotions, and the importance of creating a safe space for honesty.

Brady courageously shares his personal challenges with self-worth, expectations, and emotional pressure, while Rudi reflects on the lessons and humility that come with fatherhood.

Their conversation offers hope, healing, and a powerful reminder that our greatest strength as families lies in listening, love, and vulnerability.

🎧 You’ll Learn:

  • How to support children when they’re struggling emotionally

  • Why listening is the most powerful act of love

  • Ways to rebuild trust and communication within your family

  • How vulnerability deepens connection between parent and child

This episode will move you — and may even change how you show up for the people you love most.

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