In this episode we will evaluate what it means to have a healthy relationship with competition.  We will also discuss tools and techniques to help kids approach competition with a healthy intent and mind set.  We will also discuss when you lose it doesn't mean you are a loser and other toolbox items.  Lastly why its unfair and cruel to give kids participation trophies. If you have another perspective we would absolutely love to hear it. 

We would love to hear from you. Let us know your thoughts an experiences and we would be delighted to use them on a future pod cast. 

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In this episode we will discuss how to talk with kids about becoming more comfortable with expressing their emotions. We will also discuss tools and techniques to open safe spaces for kids to talk about their emotions and help develop their emotional IQ

In this episode we will begin the discussion on how to talk to kids about race and the more prevalent problem of racism. 

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Above is a link of Dr Bertice Berry who is a scholar, author, speaker and high vibrational human sharing her light with the planet. I follow her Vlog for inspiration and wanted to share her insights on this subject. 

We want to hear from you! What do you think about talking to kids about race and racism? What has worked for you?  

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In this episode we will explore what is self esteem. What can we as caregivers do to help foster and cultivate self esteem. What tools can we utilize to curtail self limiting beliefs and cultivate limitless children. 

Have an experience or thoughts you would like to share? We would love to hear from you - feel free to utilize our VM system to record a message for us and we can share in future podcasts.

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In this episode we explore the difference of Shame vs Guilt. Its an absolutely difficult subject and trigger warning you may feel some serious emotions while we explore this topic. We discuss history of shame and why/ how it has been used as a means of control.  We explore the actual effectiveness of shame and evaluate the reasons. We also discuss tools for pulling ourselves and our authentic children out of the negative spiral of shame. 

In this episode we explore some tools for helping guide and shape the children in our life through the greatest gift we can give them... Discipline. 

We would love to hear what tools and techniques you have found work for you please share your experiences via our VM system. 

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In this second episode of our podcast we will discuss what it means to be and cultivate an authentic child. We will also look at tools and techniques for achieving the best outcomes for developing and empowering the authentic child. 

We want to hear from YOU!!!

What tools and techniques are you using to cultivate your authentic child? 

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What Ever Works! Practical Toolbox for Navigating The Authentic Child.

Who is the podcast for? Parents/ Grandparents/ Aunts/ Uncles/ Educators/ Childcare professionals anyone around or working with children. This is for you! 

 In this introductory episode we will explore the intent for this podcast and discuss what the vision is for this forum. It absolutely takes and loving and supportive village or villages to raise and cultivate a Happy Healthy Human from birth on up.  In this series we will discuss and explore tools and techniques that are helpful and add to your personal tool 

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