Best Kindle Curiosity Podcasts (2024)

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The Joys of Bewilderment 34:04

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Have you been struggling to climb pyramids of power, education, wealth, or anything else our culture teaches us to value? Are you ready to find (or return to) your true nature instead? In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha is talking about the importance of “be-wilder-ing” ourselves and the transformative power of making authentic connectio…

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When You’re Caught Between Hope and Fear 28:55

1d ago28:55

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There are times when really important things are happening, and we really care about the results. At such times, it’s hard not to get stuck in that awful place between hope and fear. In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha is talking about how hope and fear are on the same continuum. The moment you get attached to a hope, you’re also afraid i…

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Episode 51: Empowering Kids, Part 1. A Conversation with Prenda Guide, Julia Rochon. 33:51

6d ago33:51

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Our guest, Julia, made a bold leap from the public school system to create a transformative Prenda microschool right in her home. In this first installment of our three-part series, where we interview real microschool guides, Julia reveals the magic behind this unique educational approach. She shares her personal journey from burnout to reigniting …

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Joy Is the Only Strategy 30:46

22d ago30:46

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Can you remember times when you’ve experienced pure joy? Martha recalls some key moments that led her to make joy her strategy for living, and she’s talking about it in this episode of The Gathering Room. The dictionary defines a strategy as “a plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim." We all want to experience joy, and …

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Your Best Next Step 31:52

24d ago31:52

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There’s a saying Martha likes that goes, “A hundred years before you were born, God drew a circle around the place you're standing now." In other words, you are here because you are meant to be here—but from this place, you can literally go in any direction! So what is the best next step for you to take? That’s what Martha is talking about on this …

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From Chaos to Cosmic Choices to Loving Corrections with adrienne maree brown 37:37

29d ago37:37

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Send us a text This week, we are joined by beloved movement creatrix adrienne maree brown in a conversation about talking with trees, finding your murmuration, and holding complexity (and each other). With wisdom from Gratitude Blooming’s rose card representing choice, the celebrated author of Emergent Strategy joins co-hosts Belinda Liu and Omar B…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #1 Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose. 1:15:19

24d ago1:15:19

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It's the moment you've been waiting for all summer break... Introducing our #1 Top Season 1 episode: Embracing Individuality. A Conversation with Todd Rose. On this episode of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane chat with Todd Rose, co-founder and CEO of Populace. They delve into the myth of the "average person" and the power of personalized lea…

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Finding the Joy 30:46

1M ago30:46

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Did you know that joy is your birthright as a human? Finding joy is one of Martha’s favorite topics, and that’s what she’s talking about on this episode of The Gathering Room! Martha says that joy, like beauty, is its own excuse for being, and she shares ways we can look for and experience joy, even in the midst of difficulty. She quotes a Jack Gil…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #2 Understanding Executive Function. A Conversation with Seth Perler. 1:00:44

1M ago1:00:44

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We're continuing summer break with #2 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Can a child's self-esteem and academic performance be profoundly impacted by the labels they receive? This is one of the many crucial questions we explore in our re-release of a cherished episode with Seth Perler, a passionate advocate for children with ADHD and executive functi…

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The Only Way Forward 29:59

1M ago29:59

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Do you ever try to make forward-thinking plans, but then you get hit with surprises you never saw coming? Martha says it seems to happen to her about once every six months… For example, because of a recent trip to Costa Rica, where she happened to befriend the incredible women of Sleep-Works, she’s now a sound sleeper (and a morning person!) after …

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Season 1 Top 10 | #3 Rest. Play. Grow. A Conversation with Dr. Deborah MacNamara 1:11:21

1M ago1:11:21

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We're continuing summer break with #3 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Join Kaity and Adriane as they chat with Dr. Deborah McNamara, a clinical counselor and educator with more than 25 years of experience working with children, youth, and adults, who unpacks her book "Rest, Play, Grow." This episode also explores: the importance of providing a sup…

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Your Economic Ecosystem 31:54

2M ago31:54

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Are you someone who likes making vision boards? They’re a fun way to direct your attention—and because whatever we put our attention on tends to show up in our consciousness and in our lives, vision boards can be powerful tools for healing and for helping you manifest your desires. In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha shares how to create …

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Season 1 Top 10 | #4 Nurturing Resilience. A Conversation with Lael Stone. 53:39

2M ago53:39

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We're continuing summer break with #4 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Join Kaity and Adriane as we discover how to nurture emotional resilience in children with guest Lael Stone, an expert in emotional intelligence. In this episode, she shares invaluable insights, from staying calm during emergencies to fostering emotional well-being, illustrated …

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Mending Your Energy Shields 30:39

2M ago30:39

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Did you know that we’re energetically connected? We all have the ability to feel each other’s energy: if someone is happy and calm, we can feel it, and when someone is angry or dangerous, we can feel that as well. What’s more, we’re each projecting our own energy all the time. However, when you’re not aware of the energy you’re giving off, you inad…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #5 Dive Into Inquiry. A Conversation with Trevor MacKenzie. 1:04:32

2M ago1:04:32

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We're continuing summer break with #5 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Ever wondered how transforming education from within can ignite a child's natural curiosity? Kaity and Adriane chat with Trevor MacKenzie, an experienced teacher, author, keynote speaker, and inquiry consultant, about this question and more. Trevor shares his journey of reshapin…

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Weathering the Waves of Shame 29:44

2M ago29:44

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Waves of shame. They're icky, they're toxic, and they're not easy to escape. In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha is talking about how we can move past this particularly intense form of anxiety and swim on to better horizons. Shame attacks us at the level of basic self-identity and makes us believe that our vulnerabilities are permanent, p…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #6 What’s the real goal? What’s your real role? 1:01:28

2M ago1:01:28

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We're continuing summer break with #6 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. What would it mean for your child to be described as resilient, empathetic, and self-assured? This episode offers you a roadmap to nurturing those very qualities. Discover the transformative power of shifting from a carpenter to a gardener mentality, among other paradigm shifts,…

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How to Bring the Good Times Back 27:42

2M ago27:42

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Many of us have heard about the mind-body connection, but have you ever tried sense-memory therapy? Martha recently lost her sense of smell to a sinus infection, and instead of worrying that she'll never get it back, she's trying sense-memory therapy—she holds her favorite pine-scented candle close to her nose while relishing the memory of smelling…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #7 Collaborative Problem Solving 53:49

2M ago53:49

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We're continuing summer break with #7 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Have you ever wondered if there's a better way to address challenging behaviors in children without resorting to punishment? On this episode of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane revisit a groundbreaking conversation about collaborative problem-solving. Their conversation di…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #8 Giving Children More Control. A Conversation with Bill Stixrud. 47:09

3M ago47:09

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We're continuing summer break with #8 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Can freeing your child from the shackles of constant parental control lead to a happier, more successful future? Kaity and Adriane unlock the secrets to self-driven learning with Dr. William R. Stixrud, a renowned clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of "The Self-Driven Chil…

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Your Genius is Calling 30:16

3M ago30:16

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Did you know you were born a creative genius? All of us are, Martha says, but we are socialized out of our genius by the structures of culture. Why? Because the culture wants everyone the same, but genius doesn’t homogenize well. However, your genius is still calling to you, and in this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha shares how you can recog…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #9 Emotional Regulation and Gentle Parenting. A Conversation with KJ Althoff. 50:52

3M ago50:52

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We're continuing summer break with #9 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. On this episode, Kaity and Adriane chat with KJ Althoff, Director of Content for Big Life Journal. This episode is all about navigating a child's emotions and how it can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves. KJ shares her insights into gentle parenting and fostering emoti…

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Embracing Identity, Overcoming Fear: The Power of Curiosity (Mash Up Edition) 17:18

3M ago17:18

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Send us a text What shapes our identity and fuels our courage to challenge societal norms? Today, we revisit an inspiring conversation with Jim Herr, director of the Democracy Center at the Japanese American National Museum. Jim opens up about his experiences as a Hapa kid in rural Pennsylvania, where he faced exclusion and was told he couldn't be …

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Kindness in Motion 30:15

3M ago30:15

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The world can be a hard, inhospitable, downright hostile place, and people can quite often be less than kind. Yet Martha says that by practicing what she calls “kindness in motion,” we can start to change the whole complexion of the world. Martha defines kindness in motion as “kindness while doing things” and she’s sharing how to do it in this epis…

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Season 1 Top 10 | #10 The Power of Agency. A Conversation with Ian Rowe 46:45

3M ago46:45

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We're starting off the summer break with #10 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes. Ever wondered how personal agency can transform lives? In Episode 11 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane welcome author and educational expert Ian Rowe. Ian, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, co-founder of Vertex Partnership Academies, and CEO of…

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Listen Again: Want Out? Lean In! 31:33

3M ago31:33

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How do you respond when you’re in a painful situation and there’s no way out? The answer is paradoxical. Come learn how to do it with this week’s Gathering Room! CONNECT WITH US Follow Martha on Instagram The Gathering Room Show Notes Join Martha for a Live Episode of The Gathering Room via Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Announcing... Summer Break! Season 1 Recap & What's Next. 2:59

3M ago2:59

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What if stepping out of your comfort zone could transform your life? As we wrap up the remarkable first season of The KindlED Podcast, hosts Kaity and Adriane reflect on this incredible journey and the amazing guests who made it unforgettable. This season has been a whirlwind of learning, growth, and meaningful conversations that have enriched not …

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Listen Again: The Way Back to Happy 29:30

4M ago29:30

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You’ve heard of the fight and flight reflexes, but what about flop and fake? Flop and fake (also known as fawn) are two of the other responses in the polyvagal system, a theory about how our nervous systems adapt to stress and the environment. Fake/fawn is a people-pleasing response, and flop means you just lie there unable to drum up motivation. I…

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Episode 50: Igniting Greatness. A Conversation with Howard Glasser. 1:09:26

4M ago1:09:26

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What if you could change your children's lives for the better by simply shifting your focus? Howard Glasser, the brilliant mind behind the Nurtured Heart Approach, joins Kaity and Adriane for a milestone celebration on our 50th episode of The KindlED Podcast. In this special episode, we dive deep into the Nurtured Heart Approach and its transformat…

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Building self-esteem #SelfEsteemRising: #PositivityOverNegativity #SelfImprovementGoals 53:27

4M ago53:27

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Send us a text 🌟 Don't miss out on today's empowering episode! We're tackling the fan question: "How do you build self-esteem?" 💪 Join the conversation and hit that subscribe button! 👉 Discover the importance of setting goals on your journey to building self-esteem. It's time to take charge and pave your path to success! 🌈 Transform your mindset fr…

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Listen Again: Martha with Dr. Dick Schwartz 35:03

4M ago35:03

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For this special “Listen Again” episode of The Gathering Room, Martha is sharing her conversation with Dr. Richard Schwartz, the brilliant creator of Internal Family Systems (IFS), a wonderful therapeutic model that Martha loves using! IFS provides an optimistic, empowering framework to help us focus on the different “parts” of our personalities so…

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Episode 49: The Importance of Sleep. A Conversation with Lisa Lewis. 52:05

4M ago52:05

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What if your teenager could excel in school and be happier and healthier, all by just getting more sleep? Lisa Lewis, a renowned parenting journalist, author, and advocate for adolescent sleep, joins Kaity & Adriane to explore the importance of sleep for teenagers' physical and mental well-being. Tune in to uncover how understanding and addressing …

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Journey of Redemption: Overcoming Addiction with Benny the Barber 1:01:21

4M ago1:01:21

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Send us a text 🎥 In today's powerful episode, we sit down with a remarkable guest, Benny the Barber, as he shares his profound journey of battling addiction from the confines of prison to a newfound path of redemption. Join us as we delve deep into the trials and tribulations of struggling with the addiction to crack, confronting the harsh realitie…

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Listen Again: How to Spark the Magic 34:31

4M ago34:31

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Are you in the mood to make some magic? Martha is! And in this special “Listen Again” episode of The Gathering Room, she’s sharing inspiration from Suzanne Eder’s book, What You Want Wants You, to help you reconnect with your true desires so you can follow the path to your soul’s fulfillment. While our culture teaches us to associate desire with se…

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Episode 48: Navigating the Teen Brain. A Conversation with Dr. Dean Burnett. 1:12:44

4M ago1:12:44

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Have you ever wondered about the hidden mechanisms of the teenage brain and how understanding them can shape a more empathetic and supportive environment for our youth? Dean Burnett, a neuroscientist and author, joins Kaity & Adriane to delve into the complexities of adolescent brain development and the critical role of parental influence. What to …

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NEW | Ask It Basket Style | Embracing Respect & Self-Worth #selfimage #mentalhealth 57:38

4M ago57:38

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Send us a text https://emotionalnightmarespodcast.buzzsprout.com/🔥 Dive into the latest episode of Ask It Basket where we tackle the burning question: How do you deal with toxic gossip? 💬 Join us as we pull insights from the basket and delve into the murky waters of gossip culture! In this episode, we unpack the various forms of gossip and equip yo…

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Your Spiritual Brain 32:44

4M ago32:44

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Have you ever experienced synchronicity? As Martha defines it in this episode of The Gathering Room, a synchronicity is any event or experience that seems to confirm or indicate that the universe is not random—that there's something making all this happen. Martha has been re-reading The Awakened Brain by Dr. Lisa Miller, who writes about synchronic…

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Unearthing Timeless Insights Through a Zen Perspective 13:12

4M ago13:12

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Send us a text Embark on a reflective journey with us, as we begin to weave together the wisdom of over 100 episodes, creating a tapestry of insights that transcend time. Imagine uncovering forgotten treasures and gaining new perspectives through the essence of sound, a medium as eternal as the themes we explore. This special installment brings a s…

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Holding Space for the Space Holders 50:09

4M ago50:09

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Send us a text Have you ever experienced a moment so quietly powerful that it demanded your full presence? This episode, with facilitators Angela Oh and Alex Dorsey, captures just that, as we recount an unforgettable evening at the Japanese American National Museum and the Democracy Center—a night where rose petals and silence laid the foundation f…

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Episode 47: Non-violent Communication. A Conversation with Morris H. Ervin Jr. 1:05:00

4M ago1:05:00

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Have you ever wondered how the way we communicate can transform our relationships and communities? Morris H. Ervin Jr., an expert in Non-Violent Communication (NVC), joins Kaity & Adriane to explore the profound impact of empathy and honest expression in building meaningful connections. What to listen for: What is Non-Violent Communication (NVC), a…

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Bobby v.s The System : A message for Child Protective Services Employees 42:54

4M ago42:54

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Send us a text we sit down with Bobby as he bravely shares his harrowing experience with Child Protective Services (CPS) and the challenges he faced growing up in a tumultuous environment. Join us as we delve into Bobby's journey of resilience, perseverance, and the transformative power of familial support. Amidst the turmoil of CPS involvement and…

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Making Up Your Mission 30:17

4M ago30:17

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Has anxiety been keeping you from your life’s mission? In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha shares that the best way out of anxiety is not simply to calm yourself, but to get creative! When you take the creativity route, Martha tells us, you get so deep in the process of creating solutions to the problems that matter to you that it becomes…

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Episode 46: Why Schools Fail to Innovate. A Conversation with Tom Arnett. 1:00:39

5M ago1:00:39

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Have you ever wondered if the current educational system truly harnesses the potential within each student? Tom Arnett, a senior research fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute, joins us to talk about the significant shifts from traditional learning environments to innovative, technology-enhanced systems that offer personalized education. What…

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Exploring Acceptance and Accountability in Recovery 49:47

5M ago49:47

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Send us a text 🔍 In today's episode, join us as we delve deep into the concept of acceptance: do we embrace it or resist it? What does acceptance truly mean in the context of recovery and personal growth? Discover the transformative power of acknowledging our reality and taking accountability for our actions. 💡 Explore how anger, often perceived ne…

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The Perfection of Connection 29:29

5M ago29:29

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Is there something you’re having trouble with that you’re trying to do perfectly? If so, you’re not alone… As Martha reminds us in this episode of The Gathering Room, we are all trained by the culture to strive for perfection and to look for it in others. However, you are not going to show up perfectly—because it’s impossible! If you show up not to…

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Episode 45: Authentic Creativity & Living in the What If. A Conversation with Melquea Smith. 57:51

5M ago57:51

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This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Melquea Smith, a New York-based children's book illustrator who is obsessed with children's media. Melquea shares her love of designing black characters for children's books and creating characters that children can relate to, from the curls of their hair to the unique patterns of their clothes. Melquea also s…

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Trauma to Triumph: Nate's Journey of Healing and Hope 1:11:26

5M ago1:11:26

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Send us a text 🎙️ Step into the shadows with us as we embark on a journey through very candid conversations through the depths of childhood trauma and its enigmatic hold. 💀 Join us as we unravel the mysteries of moving through life's labyrinth, burdened by the echoes of past pain that refuse to fade. 🌑Tales of a mother's elusive presence to the chi…

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The Power of the Pleasant Moment 31:26

5M ago31:26

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Pleasure is something that many of us may think of as an indulgence, but Martha says it’s actually the gateway to the things that really enrich our souls… And we access this pleasure by relaxing. 🍃 In this episode of The Gathering Room, Martha shares an exercise you can do to drop into relaxation mode, and it doesn’t require a trip to the spa—you c…

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Episode 44: Mastery-based Learning 58:21

5M ago58:21

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This week, Kaity and Adriane discuss mastery-based learning and how technology is revolutionizing personalized instruction. Episode 44 also explores: 🔥 the risks of excessive screen time 🔥 the need for digital tools that prioritize learning 🔥 essential features of strong educational technology 🔥 the challenges of implementing mastery-based learning…

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Exploring Perception and Reality | The Influence of Past Trauma and Language on Belief Systems 43:12

5M ago43:12

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Send us a text Tyler and Nicole navigate the emotional terrain where reality is often a subjective experience, shaped by our past and the expectations we carry into our present relationships. Whether it's the weight of respect or the struggle with vulnerability, this episode peels away at the layers defining our social interactions and responses to…

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