The Uplift Kids Podcast

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Education: School, Grades, and a Love for Learning Aug 30, 2024

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“Education is not the filling of a pail," wrote the poet William Butler Yeats "but the lighting of a fire." How do you help kids find a love of learning that can serve them throughout their whole lives? How do you this while helping kids build the discipline they'll need to overcome difficult challenges with learning?

School psychologist Amanda Suarez and marriage family therapy associate Michelle Larsen give insights about these questions, interviewed by Jon Ogden, writer and curriculum creator.

See the full lesson for members:

https://upliftkids.org/lessons/education/

Crushes: Help Kids Navigate and Normalize Crushes Aug 23, 2024

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Crushes are part of growing up. With practice we can handle these feelings with kindness and respect for oneself and others.

Members can see the full lesson at:

https://upliftkids.org/lessons/crushes

Hygiene: Taking Care of Your Body Aug 16, 2024

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Caring for our bodies supports physical, mental, and spiritual health.

Get activities, curated videos, checklists, and more in our member lesson on hygiene:

https://upliftkids.org/lessons/hygiene/

Nature: Restore Wellbeing and Reconnect Aug 09, 2024

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Nature is a powerful way to restore wellbeing and reconnect — to family and to something bigger than family. In this episode, the team at Uplift Kids discusses how to make nature practice a regular part of life with kids.

Psychology and Spirituality Aug 02, 2024

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Today we're talking about the intersection of psychology and spirituality — sometimes known as transpersonal psychology. Hear direct insights from Amanda Suarez, school psychologist, and Michelle, a marriage and family therapy associate, about how spirituality informs their work in helping people find meaning, purpose, and awe.

Singing: Songs That Inspire and Connect Jul 26, 2024

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When we sing or chant together, we reduce stress and feel connected. In this discussion, Michelle, Amanda, and Jon talk about the benefits of singing together in the home and in community. See the full lesson: https://upliftkids.org/lessons/singing/

Uplift Family Camp 2024 Recap! Jul 19, 2024

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Uplift Family Camp 2024 was a success! A fun and transformational mix of games, water play, activities (sound bath, crafts, storytelling), singing, and heartfelt discussions.

Here is some of what participants had to say:

"Beautifully planned and executed. So grateful for this new family tradition."
"Loved the circles and group sessions. Amazing food!"
"Loved this so much! Would love to come back."
“The first thing my kids said when they got in the car to head home was, ‘Can we do this again next year?'”

To get on the waitlist for next year, visit upliftkids.org/family-camp

*Our apologies — We recorded this episode in person right after camp ended and the audio isn't as clear as we hoped it would be.

Critical Thinking: Spotting Misinformation and Lies Jul 12, 2024

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It can be difficult to help kids know what's true and what's not true — especially when it comes to information online. In this episode Amanda, Michelle, and Jon talk about how our personal attitude and disposition can make a big difference to finding the truth.

Digital Technology: Connection or Disconnection? Jul 05, 2024

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Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation has sparked an international conversation about screen time. In this episode, we talk about the topic as it relates to connection and disconnection, considering both aspects together. Listen to hear ideas about how to navigate this tricky topic.

What to Do With "I'm Bored!" Jun 28, 2024

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What do you do when your kid says, "I'm bored!" — and how does boredom relate to spirituality? In this episode, the Uplift team explores the best ways to navigate feelings of boredom at home.

If you're a member, check out the full lesson at: UpliftKids.org/lessons/boredom

If you're not a member, start a free two-week trial: https://upliftkids.org/join/membership

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