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What it takes to make a friend.
Episode 70
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This podcast was inspired by the TEDx Talk by Shasta Nelson. https://www.ted.com/talks/shasta_nelson_frientimacy_the_3_requirements_of_all_healthy_friendships?language=en
Friendship Intimacy is where you feel seen and safe in a satisfying way.
How close do you feel to your friends right now? 1-10. 70% of us rate 5 or below.
We are hungry for closeness, the answer is not to make more friends.
3 Common Dominators Connect All Friends
The more time we spend the stronger the friendship triangle. When we are lonely, we need to move some people up the triangle and not meet new people. This triangle is about how much we practice.
When we have high positivity we feel satisfied.
When we have high consistency we feel safe.
When we have high vulnerability we feel seen.
Self-Care: Reach out to an old friend and ratchet up the consistency factor.
Play Idea: Use YouTube to find karaoke tracks and have a family sing-off.
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Affirmation: I am healthy and vibrant.
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Find more affirmations with episode 26, 61, 63, 65, 67
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Why You Should Take A Personal Day with Julie Bogart
Episode 68
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Today's guest was Julie Bogart.
You can find Julie Bogart online at www.BraveWriter.com On Instagram as @JulieBraveWriter or BraveWriter on Facebook and YouTube.
Don't forget to check out her book The Brave Learner at your local bookstore or library—it's great for all families' not just homeschoolers.
You can find her podcast here : http://blog.bravewriter.com/category/podcasts/
I was a guest on this episode https://blog.bravewriter.com/2017/10/16/how-to-be-an-awesome-adult-with-christy-thomas/
Run Away Bride—You don't even know what type of eggs you like. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de_bA9GXT0o
Self-Care: Yogurt Challenge! Go to the store and buy a yogurt for only you. When you eat it at home, don't share it.
Play Idea: Play a board game or language game! Julie shared that Catch Phrase is now an app! If you have kids big enough to play it, go try it out.
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Affirmation: I am calm in the chaos.
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Find more affirmations with episode 26, 61, 63, 65,
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Play, Pleasure, and Parenthood with Julie Bogart
Episode 66
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Today's guest was Julie Bogart.
You can find Julie Bogart online at www.BraveWriter.com On Instagram as @JulieBraveWriter or BraveWriter on Facebook and YouTube.
Don't forget to check out her book The Brave Learner at your local bookstore or library—it's great for all families' not just homeschoolers.
My favorite blog post about how to start homeschooling: https://blog.bravewriter.com/2013/10/23/the-best-curriculum-for-a-six-year-old/
You can find her podcast here : http://blog.bravewriter.com/category/podcasts/
I was a guest on this episode https://blog.bravewriter.com/2017/10/16/how-to-be-an-awesome-adult-with-christy-thomas/
Bullet Points:
--The brain does not fight itself in the play mode. When you are resistant, your brain is fighting itself.
--The first five years (0-5) play is obvious we are willing to indulge it.
--"The sense of duty becomes our obligation – enrich the context (of learning) with the pleasure of connection."
--Play vs. Execution
--"Have fun so you don't crack—reenergize your energy for our own life."
Self-Care: Dance to the song Defying Gravity by Idina Menzel. Twirl and feel free!
Play Idea: Drive around town and notice when something seems out of place. Ask your kids to tell you the story of what happened. Enjoy their big creative ideas and savor the moment.
Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com or find me on Instagram here or there.
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Affirmation: I am building a legacy of love. My love is like infinity it just is.
Follow along and practice deep breathing with me.
Find more affirmations with episode 26, 61, 63
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A Parenting Journey-- Adoption, Trauma , Play & Parenting with Rachal Pollard
Episode 64
Meet my friend Rachal:
Rachal Pollard is a wife to a talented, hilarious husband, and mama to four kiddos who test limits, push boundaries and explore life with exceptional curiosity. After growing their family through adoption, Rachal was plunged into the world of therapeutic, trauma-informed parenting. After 10 years of learning, she now works to help the community around her become trauma-informed including churches, community services, schools and foster and adoptive families. She is the co-founder of Redeemed Network, which works to help the church provide effective wrap-around care for families, children and workers that are affected by foster care and adoption. Rachal is also a certified Christian Life Coach and you can learn more about the benefits of coaching on her blog www.imperfectlifecoaches.com.
You can follow her on social media @Pollardmama everywhere.
ACE: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/03/02/387007941/take-the-ace-quiz-and-learn-what-it-does-and-doesnt-mean Counter-ACES: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pulling-through/201910/ways-counter-the-effects-adverse-childhood-experiences An overview video about attachment styles: https://youtu.be/nIhATiiM-Pw Go watch Instant Family on Amazon or wherever. https://amzn.to/2S4JNdT Selfcare: Take your car to the carwash. Play: Connect with technology-- http://gamepigeonapp.com/Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com or find me on Instagram here or there.
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Affirmation: I am here in the present moment, with kindness and curiosity.
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Find more affirmations with episode 26 & 61
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"Playfulness is a huge indicator of our emotional health."
Dr. Gordon Neufeld
Episode 62
Want to read more about play?
Dr. Stuart Brown and Dr. Gordon Neufeld both have great books and talks on YouTube.
Write this on a post it—Saying yes to play daily is living rest.
Self-Care: Make a list of 10 play ideas for YOU that take less than 5 minutes.
Play Idea: Practice saying the word "Bubbles" in an ANGRY voice. Try it. I promise it is harder than it sounds. If lots of laughter happens, consider making a laughter jar memo and voice record it.
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Affirmation: I might not see it now, but the time I'm investing does matter.
Follow along and practice deep breathing with me.
Find more affirmations with episode 26.
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