Find Your Spark

During this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, the entire SPARK team sits in to celebrate 200 episodes.  

Veering off our typical style of podcast, Makayla hosts an interview-style session with the Spark team. Throughout the episode, team members reflect on the changes they've observed since their beginning at SPARK, key takeaways from our teachings, and what they hope to see SPARK become over the next 200 episodes.

Listen to this hopeful and reflective episode of the Find Your Spark Podcast to learn just how far we've come, and that we aren't stopping anytime soon.

In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Chad speaks about the importance of embracing your true self and breaking free from societal expectations. He delves into how often we feel pressured to conform to the standards and norms set by others, losing sight of who we truly are in the process. Through candid conversations and personal reflections, Chad encourages listeners to discover his unique strengths, passions, and values, and to live authentically in a world that often pushes for conformity. Tune in to be inspired to reclaim your individuality and ignite the SPARK that makes you, *you*.

In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Brooke and Ashley discuss

the relationship between the unknown and the faith that it all works out. This topic has been a recurring one both at the office and in Brooke's day-to-day life.

Listen as the two discuss the possibilities that open up by simply relying on your SPARK to calm your anxiety and reinforce the belief that it truly all works out.

At SPARK, we're committed to a faith over fear mentality, and even when things get tough, we come back to "what if it all works out?"

For tickets to the National Wellbeing & Resilience Conference, visit https://www.wellbeingandresiliencealliance.com/

In this episode, Stephanie tells the story of a recent conversation she had with her 10-year old son. After excitedly sharing that she’d be teaching SPARK to 8th graders at the local middle school in DC, he emphatically proclaimed she was “going to get cooked.” Tune in to hear her thoughts on this ominous prediction.

During this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Makayla is joined by a very special guest, her mom.

Makayla and Jocelyn had the privilege of teaching together during Makayla's time in the classroom.

Listen as they reflect on that special time in both of their lives.

The pair also speak to the role of educators, how teaching has changed, and the importance of programs like SPARK in every classroom.

This episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast premiers on National Support Public Education Day. To every educator, you deserve all the support in the world.

In this episode of the Find your SPARK podcast, hosts Ashley and Jena dive deep into one of SPARK’s core beliefs: "Possibilities are Infinite." Together, they explore the powerful impact of embracing limitless potential in both their professional and personal lives.

Ashley and Jena share candid stories of times when their own thinking hindered their creativity, as well as moments when being open to new possibilities led to incredible outcomes. Their insightful discussion reveals the transformative power of shifting perspectives and breaking free from self-imposed limitations.

Additionally, Ashley and Jena share about the upcoming National Wellbeing and Resilience Conference. They discuss the planning process and how it has reinforced their belief in infinite possibilities, highlighting the event’s potential to inspire and empower attendees.

Tune in for a heartfelt and motivating conversation that will challenge you to embrace the endless opportunities around you!

Note: If you would like to learn more about our upcoming conference, and purchase a ticket at our early rate ending August 1st, visit our conference website: https://www.wellbeingandresiliencealliance.com/

During this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Brooke and Makayla Wheeldon sit down in the infamous Caesars Palace in Las Vegas to discuss an insight that Makayla recently shared with the SPARK team.

Makayla, someone who has struggled with OCD for most of her life, shares how a lesson from the SPARK curriculum changed her approach to one of her toughest battles.

Brooke, who is also Makayla's aunt, shares a unique perspective having watched Makayla grow up.

The pair discuss the profound impact that such a simple understanding can have on anyone unbeknownst to them at the time.

To learn more about SPARK Curriculum, visit our website: https://sparkcurriculum.org/

This week on the #FindYourSPARK Podcast, inspired by a Jim Carey video and Independence Day, Ashley, Jena, and Stephanie reflect upon the concept of freedom. Recognizing their privilege in enjoying many social and physical freedoms, this conversation focuses on perhaps the most valuable freedom a person can have – freedom of mind. Freedom of mind is recognizing the fundamental truth that no one can make you think or feel anything, and you do not have to engage with unhelpful thoughts that enter your mind. In an analogy perhaps taken too far, they talk about how freedom of mind is like shopping on Amazon. We have an endless amount of product (thoughts) to choose from with the capacity to keep scrolling, save for later, or add to cart and purchase. Just like we wouldn’t spend our money on things we don’t like, why would we spend our energy on thoughts we don’t like? Tune in to explore the freedom of your own mind.

In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Chad speaks about the importance of understanding the power of "no" and how to navigate its power in our everyday lives.  Chad also discusses impactful steps to self-discovery and self-care. Join us as we do a deep dive into the ways "no" can help us with self-discovery and empower us to the best of our abilities.

In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Nicole Wilson and Brandon Evans discuss the importance of men’s mental health and why mentoring young men at an early age is crucial. Brandon speaks on his experiences of societal pressures and what he does differently with the young men he mentors to give them a safe space and educate them on their emotional intelligence. He also shares some helpful ways he takes care of his own wellbeing and how that first always starts within.