Choosing Us

Brad and Michaela Draper have what many people call "a unique relationship that others strive to be like". Though they feel their relationship is fairly normal, they also realize they are different from most other relationships. They found each on the dance floor of a bar, were married 9 months later, were told they were making a massive mistake... here they are 10 years later with two little rug rats. Brad and Michaela are beyond excited to share some of the nuggets they have picked up along the way while curating what many would say is the ultimate power couple. Join them on this journey as they relay a variety of topics to help you create the type relationship you strive for most. Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

Choosing Us is a education podcast hosted by Brad and Michaela Draper, with 143 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Brad and Michaela Draper hosts Choosing Us, a education show with 143 episodes published.

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  144. Choose Joy in Every Season: Why Your Partner and Attitude Matter Most

  Aug 19, 202622 min

  Choosing Joy When Life Gets Messy What if happiness has nothing to do with your circumstances? The Drapers, hosts of Choosing Us, make a compelling case that joy is a daily decision, not a destination you arrive at when things finally calm down. It's a choice you make right now, in the middle of the chaos. Frankly, the T-Pain story alone is worth your time. He went from earning $40 million as a successful R&B artist to severe depression and financial ruin, before rebuilding his life through professional gaming and reconnecting with what actually mattered to him. It's a powerful reminder that wealth and fame simply don't guarantee happiness. Because the Drapers (Brad and Michaela) have lived through their own financial and emotional struggles, they speak to these ideas with real honesty. They describe taking turns being the emotionally strong partner while the other processes difficult feelings, a balanced system that keeps the relationship moving forward. Like pedaling a bike, a marriage requires constant effort, not just during hard seasons but especially during good ones. (They also identify as fire signs, Aries and Leo, which honestly tracks for this level of energy.) The Drapers stress that choosing your life partner is the single most consequential decision you will ever make. Tune in to hear why that choice shapes everything else. Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you! Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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  143. High Warmth, High Boundaries: The Draper Parenting Philosophy

  Aug 12, 202624 min

  Raising Kids Who Can Actually Handle the Real World Consistently following through on consequences might be the single most powerful parenting tool you have. When Brad and Mikayla of Choosing Us share how their young son told a friend that his dad would absolutely follow through on discipline, it becomes clear that children are paying much closer attention than we think. In this third round of their parenting series, the Drapers tackle the hard questions around gentle parenting, boundaries, and emotional regulation. Mikayla leans softer while Brad favors tough love, and together they make a compelling case for "high warmth, high boundaries" parenting, validating feelings while still holding the line. They hold the line, even when it's uncomfortable. What does it actually look like to leave the park without a meltdown? The answer involves countdown warnings, natural consequences, and never making empty threats (because kids remember everything, like an elephant trained as a baby). Practically, they discuss repeating instructions only once or twice before consequences kick in, and how parents who consistently enforce boundaries raise more resilient, respectful children. Are you parenting out of habit, or are you parenting with purpose? Listen to this episode and start raising your kids more consciously. Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you! Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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  142. Modeling Over Lecturing: Parenting by Example in the Modern World

  Aug 5, 202629 min

  Raising Kids Who Wake Up at 5 A.M. (And Actually Love It) Rarely do parents talk this openly about breaking cycles they never meant to carry forward. In this episode of "Choosing Us," the Drapers get real about modern parenting, from resisting smartphone pressure to confronting inherited habits like yelling that they never wanted to pass on to their kids. What makes this conversation genuinely compelling is how practical it gets. The Draper children wake naturally at 5 a.m., inspired by watching their father rise at 4:30 a.m. daily. Before most families are even stirring, these kids are moving, playing, and learning. That kind of influence doesn't come from lectures. It comes from living it out loud. (The smoothie story alone is worth the listen.) Can children really absorb nutrition knowledge, emotional regulation, and work ethic simply by watching their parents? The Drapers believe the answer is a clear yes, and they back it up with specific moments from their own home. Because children learn by observing rather than being told, the Drapers argue that every parental habit is a lesson being taught in real time , whether parents intend it or not. If you're navigating the messy, rewarding work of raising kids in today's world, this episode is worth your time. Listen now. Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you! Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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  141. Parenting Styles Evolve: Finding Grace in Different Approaches

  Jul 29, 202626 min

  Raising Exceptional Kids on Purpose Intentional parenting is harder than just hoping your kids "turn out fine" and Brad and Michaela Draper are done with the survival mode approach to raising children. On this episode of Choosing Us , the Drapers get real about what it actually takes to raise confident, kind individuals who make a positive difference in the world. Clearly, two parents will always bring different instincts to the table. Michaela holds final say on parenting decisions to keep things consistent, while Brad leans into a firmer, more demanding role, especially with their boys. (It is a lot to manage, honestly.) These differences, the Drapers argue, are a feature rather than a flaw. Could the varying approaches between two committed parents actually be exactly what children need? Brad draws on memories of military dads enforcing strict dress codes and behavioral standards, reflecting on how those high expectations shaped an entire generation of leaders. Michaela grounds all of it in emotional intelligence and nurturing presence. Together, they cover screen time battles, parenting a strong-willed four-year-old, and why conscious effort matters far more than defaulting to old habits. Deliberately raising capable kids requires constant communication and flexibility. Tune in to Choosing Us, and like, subscribe, and download so you never miss an episode. Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you! Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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  140. Choose Joy Now: Why Waiting for the Perfect Moment is Costing You Your Life

  Jul 22, 202623 min

  When Did You Last Really Laugh With Your Partner? Somewhere between work stress, pregnancy loss, and caring for a seven-month-old daughter, the Drapers realized they hadn't genuinely laughed together in months. That quiet realization became the spark for one of their most honest conversations yet on Choosing Us. The hosts, including speaker and his wife Michaela, share how a simple daily walk after surgery led to a profound moment of reflection. Life had quietly drained the silliness from their relationship, and they hadn't even noticed it happening. (Funny how that happens without any single dramatic turning point.) Rather than waiting for things to calm down, they made a deliberate choice to bring joy back now, starting small with comedy specials like Shane Gillis's Netflix special and leaning into more playful moments together. Slowly but surely, they began rebuilding that lighthearted connection they had let slip away. What would change in your relationship if you stopped waiting for the perfect moment and started choosing joy today? The Drapers remind us that meaningful transformation happens through small, consistent steps not sweeping overhauls. Life will always be busy, always be hard. The only question is whether you actively pursue happiness anyway. Listen to this episode and let it challenge you to take one small step today. Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you! Listen in! Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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