Hi! We're so happy that you're here, this is our first episode of Once upon a Feeling.

This podcast is based on Gooshi's  stories read by kids that went through similar moments, feel free to explore the app and let us know if any of the stories that we shared there resonate with you

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For our first episode we had a very special guest called Madlaina.

Madlaina is an intrepid 11 year old kiddo that´s always ready for new adventures and today she told us her story and narrated  three of our tales from the series Playground Problems: 

Leo is left out, Marcus´s choice and Sorayah´s stumble.

The three stories connect in between and provide a really interesting point of view on similar issues that we don't always talk enough.

After the stories, host Rita Bezzola discusses the complexities of friendships with Madlaina ,who also shares her own experiences of feeling left out and how she learned to navigate friendships. 

The episode concludes with an invitation to a deeper dive in 'Beyond the Stories' with therapist Paige Howard.

Let's jump in!

00:00 Welcome to Once Upon a Feeling

01:03 Playground Problems: Leo is left out

03:20 Playground Problems: Marcus's Choicee

05:19 Playground Problems: Soraya's Stumble

07:40 Meet Madlaina: A Real-Life Story

10:38 Navigating Friendships: Tips and Reflections

10:59 Stay Tuned for Beyond the Story

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Hi! 

We're really glad you´re here, this is our first episode!

Once Upon a Feeling is  a podcast where stories help families listen more closely to what’s happening inside.

Each story episode features a real child reading—unpolished, honest, and fully themselves—followed by a conversation about what stood out and what they wish adults understood. 

There are no right or wrong answers, just curiosity and space to be honest. 

In companion episodes called Beyond the Stories, Rita talks with experts like child life specialists, therapists, or doctors to explore the feelings behind the story. 

The show focuses on understanding emotions and helping grownups listen and respond with care, without rushing kids through feelings. 

Once Upon a Feeling and Beyond the stories are an extension of Gooshi, an app that supports kids’ emotional wellbeing through storytelling

In Gooshi we are dedicated to helping families be the biggest advocates in their children’s health experiences with stories, toys, and carefully curated resources. You can leave us a comment, fill our survey or download the app for IOS here:

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