Katie Wirig - Becoming a Mean, Teen Parenting Machine
Katie Millar Wirig is a former actress and Top 10 Miss America contestant. She knows the thrill of the spotlight, but prefers mountains and hiking boots. When her children were born, Katie intentionally chose to step away from the cameras and devote herself to raising her five children. Join the Tell Your Story (TYS) team as we learn more about Katie and her story.
The teenage and pre-teen years are some of the most rewarding times, but can also be incredibly challenging. It is like trying to solve a maze that is constantly changing. We think we’ve gone the right direction, then a wall moves, and we find ourselves lost once again.
What is your name and where are you from?
My name is ?Katie Millar Wirig, M.A, I am from Utah.
What do you do for a living?
Family Relationships and Mental Health Educator and Coach
What are your hobbies and interests?
Music (professional violinist), Hiking, Running, and Traveling
What are two special or unique things about you that are probably not known by your co-workers and acquaintances?
I am a cancer survivor (2018) and all 5 of my children are accomplished string musicians and pianists.
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Are there causes or issues that you truly care about?
I am an advocate for the O.U.R., I give 10 volunteer hours each week to my church, and I run an online program that educates parents on teen and childhood mental health.
What is your story as a person?
I am a former actress and Top 10 Miss America contestant. I married my childhood sweetheart and we have 5 children together. I am an educator who specializes in teen and childhood mental health, and have devoted my life to empowering families. I have a strong and abounding faith in God and my Savior Jesus Christ. My faith and my family are the two most important things in my life.
What is the main story you want to share with the world through your book?
My message is that a strong and happy home is attainable. Parents have the power to transform their home and their child's life through more positive approaches to parenting. My goal is to inspire parents to take a more intentional approach to their parenting and as a result, raise happy, confident and successful children.
If you had an opportunity to share just ONE message with the WHOLE WORLD, what would it be?
Changes in society and communities will only come as we change the most fundamental part of society: the home.
What does family mean to you? Tell us about your family.
My family is everything to me. I have 5 beautiful children, 2 girls and 3 boys. I have known my husband since I was 11 years old and love him more each day. As a family we love music, the outdoors and traveling. ?