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The Belonging Podcast by Elev8 Villages with Sam Jockel | 013

In this powerful episode, host Melissa Kaye sits down with Sam Jockel, CEO and Founder of ParentTV and producer of the powerful parenting documentary “SEEN.”

Together they explore what it truly means to be seen, understood, and to belong. Not only as children but also as parents navigating the emotional challenges of raising families in today’s world.

Sam shares the deeply personal story behind creating the documentary SEEN, a film that highlights how parenting transformation often begins when parents turn inward and take responsibility for their own emotional growth.

This conversation dives into the powerful idea that belonging begins with being truly seen by others and by ourselves.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The inspiration behind the documentary SEEN
• Why parenting transformation starts with self-awareness
• How parents can create deeper connection and belonging in their families
• The difference between being told you are loved vs. truly feeling loved
• Why emotional growth is like going to the gym for your mind
• The importance of community, vulnerability, and building a modern village

If you are a parent, caregiver, educator, or someone interested in healing family relationships and building stronger communities, this conversation will resonate deeply with you.

Watch the SEEN Documentary:
https://youtu.be/bZPQXpw6kT0?si=ERh_hM2HdwRMaaHa
https://seenthefilm.com/

Follow Sam Jockel:
https://parenttv.com/
https://www.instagram.com/parenttv/
https://seenthecommunity.substack.com/podcast

🌍 Learn more about Elev8 Villages
https://www.elev8villages.org/
Download your FREE Belonging Kit here:
https://www.elev8villages.org/FREEkit

This podcast exists because we believe belonging is not a luxury. It’s a human need. Every story shared here helps us imagine a world where no one has to walk alone.

If this conversation resonated with you, please follow, rate, or share the show with someone who might need it today. To learn more about the movement we’re building (or to get involved) visit Elev8Villages.org.

Thank you for joining us for this episode of The Belonging Podcast by Elev8 Villages - where belonging becomes a place we build together.