The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

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1KHO 65: What To Do When Fear Sucks the Joy Out of Your Family | Jennifer Pepito, Mothering By the Book | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast - S3 E38 Aug 04, 2022

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My lovely friend, Jennifer Pepito wrote an extraodinary and unique book about the lessons we can learn as parents through the read aloud stories we share with our children.

In this episode, we dive straight into so many of the fears we hold of not doing enough, of the baby years, of kids falling being, of being along, and so much more and then the process of finding hope and the answers to many of our fears through the literature that we read.

We discuss comparison, habits, and even the power of singing!

You can find Jennifer's new book wherever books are sold but if you purchase here there are some fun freebies: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/motheringbythebook

Jennifer is also the founder of The Peaceful Press where she carries beautiful learning resources for children. Learn more here: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/

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1KHO 64: Turning Back to Traditional Toys | Sarah Baldwin, President of Bellaluna Toys | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E37 Aug 03, 2022

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Sarah sings us the most beautiful little song in this episode!!! It's SO lovely and heartwarming. Goodness, there is so much in this hour. We talk about rhythm and why it's espeically importat in the early years. We discuss how every seven years we reach a new stage of development - and this occurs throughout our life! We touch on heirloom quality toys, open-ended toys, and the characteristics of traditional toys. We touch on creating our own village because we were never meant to parent in isolation. Music is woven into this epsiode as is the power of being present and the important reminder to set our phones down more when we're with our children.

You've gotta listen! There's so much here!

We recorded this is honor of the 20th anniversary of Bella Luna toys and so as president Sarah walks through her three career stages and that is fascinating as well.

All in all, you'll walk away with so much.

Happy 20th anniversary, Bella Luna Toys!!! Check them out here: https://www.bellalunatoys.com/

Check out Sarah's blog here: https://www.bellalunatoys.com/blogs/moon-child-blog-sarah-baldwin

And watch some of Sarah's YouTube videos here: https://www.youtube.com/c/SundaywithSarah

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1KHO 63: Technology that Supports Healthy Human Behavior | Russell York, Cosmo Technologies | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast - S3 E36 Jul 28, 2022

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It's been 15 years since Steve Jobs unveiled the iPhone and as Russell York, CEO of Cosmo Technologies puts it we have "blazed past some disturbing mile markers."

Many are starting to take another look at the role of technology in our lives and beginning to determine ways to intentionally use it as a tool rather than being the end product that is used by technology as it collects our data, our money, and our time.

Through Cosmo Technologies and the JrTrack Kids Smartwatch, Russell York and team are proactively providing solutions that bring back balance by providing desperately needed tech options to parents. Why is there very little middle ground when it comes to technology - especially technology for kids? Why doesn't Apple have a kid's phone? Google? The answer which we discuss in this podcast episode is fairly shocking.

This is hard time to be a parent. Thankfully, companies like Cosmo Technologies are making it easier to "Take Back the Neighborhood!"

Join us as we discuss the disconnected childhood experience, how to grapple with addictive screen devices, and what option we have as parents to help give our kids more freedom and more memorable and meaningful outdoor play moments.

Learn more about the JrTrack 2 Kids GPS smartwatch here: https://cosmotogether.com/products/jrtrack2

Get 30% off your order with code: "1000HOURS"

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1KHO 62: Parenting is a Constant Lowering of Expectations | Lindsay Ford, Positive Parenting Solutions | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E35 Jul 25, 2022

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Parenting coach, Lindsay Ford encourages all of us to keep taking steps forward because with each new step you're gathering new information and you'll find clarity.

Parenting is an ever-changing endeavor and Lindsay helps us sort out many of the pertinent questions and issues such as tantrums, dealing with fear and worry, and why some kids are easier than others.

You can learn more about Lindsay and check out her free parenting class called How to Get Your Kids to Listen Without Yelling, Threats or Bribes at www.parentingwithlindsay.com

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1KHO 61: Resist the Urge to Overly Structure Childhood | Luis Fernando Llosa, Beyond Winning | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E34 Jul 21, 2022

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When kids have adult-directed activities filling every nook and cranny of their childhoods, they lose the ability to be a self-starter. They miss out on key developmental periods where the experiences of simple play help them learn to be creative and adaptable.

Kim John Payne (author of Simplicity Parenting and many other books) co-wrote a book called "Beyond Winning: Smart Parenting in a Toxic Sports Environment" with Luis Fernando Llosa and Scott Lancaster and it probably wouldn't have been a book I would've initially picked up but Kim introduced us to Luis and I'm so thankful the path of my life led me to this book.

It is filled with rich parenting and life insights. While youth sports culture is sufficiently covered, so are a considerable amount of other topics that are timely and needed for today's parents. We discuss the power of play, boredom, the upcoming job market, the gift of anticipation, peer mentoring, learning for mastery, how to respond to loss and failure, what should define success in childhood and in life, and more!

Beyond Winning went right to the top of my list as a favorite parenting book.

You can learn more about Luis at Whole Child Sports: https://www.wholechildsports.com/

You can purchase Beyond Winning (and many other phenomenal books) here: https://www.simplicityparenting.com/book-store

Finally, you can pre-order Luis's newest book with Kim John Payne that releases August 9th, Emotionally Resilient Tweens and Teens here:

https://amzn.to/3B47tHo

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1KHO 60: We Have Forgotten How to Have an Ordinary Time | Pam Lobley, Why Can't We Just Play | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E33 Jul 14, 2022

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I laughed and snorted and cried and reflected through the entirely of Pam Lobley's book, Why Can't We Just Play - What I did When I Realized My Kids Were Too Busy

This podcast episode has it all. We walk through all the familiar feelings of motherhood and parenting - lonliness, hollowness, fear, pressure, competitiveness, guilt, nervousness but above all love.

Pam reminds us, in a comical way that I've rarlely seen in parenting books, that we don't get these years back. Eras end.

So how can we step off the engine train of activities? How can we follow a clear vision for our family? How can we lower expecations in a good way and remind ourselves that the overwhelm and exhaustion we feel is very normal?

I recommend Pam's book beyond reservation.

Through August 1st, 2022 you can get a copy through Pam's editor for 40% off with the code "PLAY." Check it out here: https://www.familius.com/book/why-cant-we-just-play-2/

And follow Pam on Instagram for news about an online book she'll be running in the future. https://www.instagram.com/pamlobley/

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1KHO 59: Brand New Nature Curriculum |Ginny Yurich & Julie Schultz, Add the Wonder Nature Curriculum |The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E32 Jul 08, 2022

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I am thrilled to announce the brand new official 1000 Hours Outside nature curriculum: Add the Wonder Nature Curriculum available beginning July 12, 2022.

Download sample pages and learn more here: https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/curriculum

This new resource, created by Ginny Yurich, M.Ed. and founder of 1000 Hours Outside alongside Julie Schultz, homeschooling mother of 8, is designed to be cross-curricular, multi-age, and affordable; but more than that it, was written to capture attention through the fascinating things and interconnections that are already embedded in our world. It's a perfect fit for home educators, nature schools, grandparents, summer learning, and classroom teachers!

John Taylor Gatto said, "There are as many ways to be come educated as their are fingerprints." Join us in a conversation about childhood and about learning!

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1KHO 58: We Only Need Five Good Friends - The Science of Fun and Relationships | Dr. Michael Rucker, The Fun Habit | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E31 Jul 01, 2022

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We all want to have a little bit more fun!! How much fun do we need? What consistutes as fun? What are some fun ideas?

Dr. Michael Rucker, authoer of the upcoming book The Fun Habit is on a mission to help the world have more fun.

In this episode we explore a lot of the science behind having fun as we touch on autonomy, situational intimacy, exploring uncertainty, friendship, personality traits surrounding what's considered fun, and much more!

You can find out more about Mike, about his upcoming book, and about the science behind fun on his website: https://michaelrucker.com/

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1KHO 57: Just Because Someone Else is Winning, Doesn't Mean You're Losing - The Secrets to Finding Contentment | Rachel Cruze, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E30 Jun 27, 2022

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Rachel Cruze, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author (twice!) and daughter of personal finance expert Dave Ramsey joins us right at the kick-off a new season to discuss crafting the life we want through intentional choices.

We talk through the subjects of jealousy and comparison - which are sometimes hard to steer clear of in a social-media drenched world.

We discuss increase in prices and how to still create a fulfilling summer filled with memorable experiences in a way that doesn't break your budget.

You can learn more about Rachel and her amazing books at her website, Rachelcruze.com where you'll find so many free resources such as quick and easy dinner recipes as well as budget-friendly vacations!

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1KHO 56: Bringing a Consumer's Mindset to Club Sports | Priscilla Tallman, NCAA Mindset Coach | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast S3 E29 Jun 15, 2022

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With a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology, Priscilla Tallman who is an author and NCAA mindset coach walks us through the world of club sports and what to be on the lookout for as parents.

Club sports have changed over the past several generations and it's important to be a shrewd consumer when it comes to involvement.

Tallman walks us through how to determine if your program matches your family's value systems? How much is too much? What is the end goal? What are children looking to get out of team sports? Does that change with age? What is the measure of success when it comes to childhood sports teams? How to talk to your kids about tough games? What percentage of kids go on to a collegiate level and how do their childhood sports experiences affect them later on in life? And so much more!!!

You can learn more about Priscilla and find her journals for athletes here: https://spikedr.com/

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