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In light of graduation season, today is a throwback episode with New York Times bestselling author and creator of Kid President, Brad Montague. The mission of his company, Montague Workshop, is to cultivate empathy and spark wonder through imagination in kids (and adults) of all ages. Listen in as he speaks to a graduating class and shares some simple reminders about living a life of hope and enjoying the moment that is right now.

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• Read Becoming Better Grownups.

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As parents, there are so many things we want to teach our kids. We want them to be happy, but the truth is that we can't teach that to them—we can only model it ourselves. Happiness begins with the parent. Today, award-winning author, speaker, and therapist Connie Podesta shares some truth about becoming a happy role model, and why (regardless of what is happening in our lives) happiness is a daily choice we have to make.

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Today I'm sharing something that's heavy on my heart this week—an interaction I had with a child (who isn't mine) that broke my heart and reminded me of my mission to support and encourage other parents on this journey. We all know there's no guidebook for parenting. So when the tough moments pop up, we can easily feel lost.

What I keep realizing is that at the end of the day, it all comes down to connection. Humans need other humans, and our kids need us to come down to their level and truly connect by spending time together. Don't we all just want to be seen and loved where we are? Finding time to first fill our own cup so that we can pour into our kids is a daily struggle—but it's a cause worth fighting for. No matter how many imperfect tries it takes, just keep showing up.

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If you don't honor yourself with love, how do you expect to teach others how to love you? If you're disconnected from your body and heart, robotically moving through your day—hiding behind screens and scanning your to-do list to feel productive—it's time to reset.

Lisa Nichols is a motivational speaker who rose from being a struggling single mom on public assistance to a millionaire entrepreneur. Her courage and determination is inspiring, while her love and zest for life will empower you to impact the world with your voice and your story.

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• Read Abundance Now.

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In honor of Mother's Day just being celebrated, today's episode is speaking specifically to moms. Today is a reminder that your power as a mother (or woman, for that matter) can change the world. Your emotions are valid and important, especially your act of love. Day after day you continue to labor and choose love, even when it's hard.

Valarie Kaur, a renowned civil rights leader and best-selling author, reminds us that real love is a choice. Together we can choose to shift the culture as we continue to tell our stories and lean into love, which can truly be a force for justice.

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• Watch the full clip.
• Learn more at valariekaur.com/revolutionary-love-project.
• Read See No Stranger.

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If you've been listening for a while, you may know that my motto as a parent is to be worthy of emulating. You're a mirror, and your kiddo is going to reflect what you put out, good or bad. We don't need perfection—simply conscious effort. As this week marks both my birthday and Mother's Day, I've been thinking about what those celebrations really mean, and I decided I should share another piece of my own journey as a mom and how I continue to learn to become the person I want my own daughters to be.

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• Our Favorite Things—A Resource Guide!

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As author Oliver Burkeman explains, time is limited. The average person has about 4,000 weeks to live—and while it's easy to get distracted with all the things and long to-do lists, it will be more worthwhile to live wholeheartedly (and maybe even allow yourself to rest along the way!). Now is the time to decide what matters most and take action, so that you can show up as a better parent and show your kids how to live fully as well.

• Don't forget to check out Our Favorite Things—A Resource Guide!
• Watch the full clip.
• Learn more at oliverburkeman.com.
• Read Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals.

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Jen Sincero is a best-selling author, speaker, and self-proclaimed "motivational cattle prod." Today's clip will inspire you, grant you permission to rewrite your habits, and give you the tools to keep dreaming, chase after your goals, and be the badass you're created to be.

• Don't forget to check out Our Favorite Things—A Resource Guide!
• Watch the full clip.
• Learn more at jensincero.com.
• Read Badass Habits: Cultivate the Awareness, Boundaries, and Daily Upgrades You Need to Make Them Stick.

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Parenting often feels like we're carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. We focus more on the things we think we have to control, rather than the things that bring us joy.

Today is a continuation of last week's episode about coaching our kids instead of controlling them. Dr. Bill Stixrud is a neuropsychologist whose take on adolescent brain development could have a significant shift on how you show up and help to support your child. He discusses how the sense of autonomy—not full control, but some amount of knowing that what you do matters—can actually raise the feelings of motivation, and create resilience and hope in both us and our kids.

• Watch the full clip.
• How to Find What You Love, Love What You Do, and Do It for the Rest of Your Life, by Marcus Buckingham.
• The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control over Their Lives, by William Stixrud and Ned Johnson.
• Don't forget to check out Our Favorite Things—A Resource Guide!

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For parents, there are always anxieties looming on the horizon, constant concerns about our kids' futures—and we feel the pressure of needing to fix all of it. But what would happen if we took a different approach? What if instead of trying to control everything, we gave our kids autonomy and simply walked calmly beside them? The ideas that Ned Johnson presents today could be transformative in helping us truly nurture and enjoy our kids, and giving them the tools they need to grow into a confident adult.

Don't forget to vote for me in Podcast Magazine's 3rd Annual Top Moms in Podcasting!

• Watch the full clip, and learn more at thenedjohnson.com.
• Check out his book, The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control over Their Lives.
• Our Favorite Things—A Resource Guide.

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