June 23, 2025

Ep 946. Positive Peanut: a soothing kid’s story when you need a break

Skyler Skunk helps Peanut Squirrel get through a grumpy morning.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 3:56

Positive Peanut Excerpt:

As Skyler neared his den, he heard a soft rustling coming from a nearby bush. The skunk perked up his ears and looked toward the bush, wondering who might be there – at this early hour, it could be anyone: night creature, or day creature.

Sure enough, Skyler saw a small figure emerge from the underbrush. It was Peanut Squirrel! Her head hung low, and her fluffy tail was drooping. Skyler tilted his head with concern. Usually, Peanut was full of energy, always darting from branch to branch, but today, that bouncy energy was nowhere to be seen. Skyler decided to step a bit closer and check if she was okay.

Today’s Meditation: Love flows through you in this meditation as you imagine a baby fawn and mama deer.

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Looking for a story that helps your children build confidence and face challenges with courage? You’ll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Berry Brave,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

In the press:

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!

Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends “Be Calm on Ahway Island” as as one of “Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep.”

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Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

Be well, be calm, and come back soon!

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