Raising Wildlings
192 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Welcome to Raising Wildlings, a podcast about parenting, alternative education and stepping into the wilderness, however that looks, with your family. Each week, we’ll be interviewing experts that truly inspire us, to answer your parenting and education questions. We’ll also be sharing stories from some incredible families that took the leap, and are taking the road less travelled. Whether you’re a parent looking for tips on how to better handle those sibling squabbles and tantrums, a couple searching for ways to create more freedom within your family’s lifestyle, an educator keen to explore alternative schooling models and how children learn, a father keen to delve into respectful parenting philosophies, or a mother wanting to learn more about why play is so important and how to get children outdoors safely, then this is the podcast for you. Each week you’ll get tried and tested tactics from parenting, play and education experts to help you on your journey towards creating the happiest, healthiest lifestyle you can for your family. We’ll also chat to real life families who have created freedom within their lives and are living life on their own terms. They’ll teach you how they did it and how you can too. And of course, you’ll hear from us about all things nature play and alternative education. We’ll answer all your questions on how children learn, the importance of play in all its forms, children’s rights and autonomy, and how to get your children outside safely, more often. This podcast hopes to empower parents and educators to raise kinder, more resilient, more adaptable children by helping them maintain happy connections and healthy lifestyles. So, what are you waiting for?! Let's dive in! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download our free Respectful Language Printable Cheat Sheet, head to: www.wildlingsforestschool.com/shop/respectful-language
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This One is For the Dads with Sam Patterson
January 23, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode, it’s all about the Dad’s as we chat to Sam Patterson of All Time Dads who tells us how Dads can flick the switch between work and life so they can be present with their family for the moments that count. If you’re a father or have a partner or co-partner who wants some tips on how to be more present with your family, then this is the episode for you. 👉 Sam shares His story that led him to where he is today His motivation for this work The dynamics of the provider role ...
Unconditional Parenting with Alfie Kohn
January 17, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBHappy New Year and Welcome back to season 4 of the Raising Wildlings Podcast! In this episode, I get to chat with Alfie Kohn, the author of my all-time favourite parenting book, Unconditional Parenting. 👉 Alfie shares What he means by ‘unconditional parenting’ What unconditional parenting looks like Why we need to ask ourselves hard questions about our motives for wanting our children to behave a certain way The downfalls of punishment and what to do instead The counter productive i...
2022 Wrap Up with Nicki and Vicci
December 20, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBIt’s the end of the year here at Wildlings, so come and join us for our wrap up of 2022. Our highest highs, our lowest lows and some big news about next year. 👉 Nicki and Vicci Share: Some epic podcast stats! Thank you for being a part of this journey with us! Their big business wins for 2022 How their roles have changed shape over this year The importance of listening to your body Their proudest achievements What they are looking forward to! 👉 Opt In for FREE Downloadables 👉 L...
Non-Violent Communication for Families with Kate Raffin
December 12, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBA little while ago, Nicki and I attended a three day Non-Violent Communication workshop which started us on a journey to better understand ourselves, our needs and to get curious when it comes to conflict and uncomfortable conversations. Today I invited our NVC facilitator Kate Raffin to the podcast to chat about the power of Non-Violent Communication. 👉 Kate shares How she learned about Marshall Rosenberg's work with NVC The benefits from learning the skills behind NVC NVC basics Bei...
Saying YES to Wild Business with Wild Little Raven Founders, Chloe and Zea
December 06, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting with Chloe Kilgus and Zea Helman, some of our Wild Business clients and now co-founders of their very own Nature Play Business, Wild Little Raven in Jindabyne. 👉 Chloe and Zea Share Their background and what led them to this path All about Wild Little Raven How their degrees have shaped their programs The role of Eco Sciences in their business How parents can foster eco friendly children What inspired them to take the leap The best and worst parts of...
Wild Business Ripple Effects with Tamieka Vasile
November 28, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBThe scope of the Nature Play Industry is huge and in today’s episode we chat with Environeers founder, Tamieka Vasile. 👉 Tamieka shares Her story All about Little Environeers The kind of programs she runs Her inspiration to start her business About the importance of adventure in children's lives The role that sustainability takes at Little Environeers What makes her unique compared to others in the industry The hardest part of starting your business The best part about owning a n...
Red Flags for Teachers with Nicki Farrell
November 21, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBIn this episode, we are talking about red flags for teachers that shouldn’t be the norm. Now, if you aren’t 100% sold on your career in education, then this episode might just be for you. 👉 Nicki shares Her story and why she felt so frustrated The realities of teaching The role bribery and coercion play in traditional schools How her teaching career impacted her relationships with her own children The true discrepancy between the cost of childcare and the privilege of working The di...
Risky Business or Risk Benefits? with Nicki Farrell
November 14, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about why we don’t use risk assessments and what we use instead. Controversial, I know!! But don’t worry, we promise we’re not just reckless cowgirls! 👉 Nicki Shares How the system works Why educators dislike writing risk assessments About the fear of litigation Why children need risk Lifelong benefits of a risky childhood Why the benefits need to be considered in a risk assessment Values of a balanced assessment The power of children’s voices 👉 Opt...
Hear Us Out: Prison VS School with Nicki Farrell
November 07, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWe have a controversial one for you today, especially if you work in education, because today we’re talking about the ways in which prisons and schools are similar and how in at least one way, prisons are better. Buckle in friends, we’re in for an emotional ride! 👉 Nicki Shares Her experience of enlightenment when her students helped her see the similarities in the prison and school system Examples of how the two compare Peter Gray’s take on this topic How schools “enclose” The origin...
Reframing BIG Emotions with Aware Parenting with Steph Fleeton
October 31, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBThere are so many women out there who are taking the lesser worn path that combines purpose, the needs of our families and the needs of our community through the creation of a heart centered business, and today I am joined by Steph Fleeton, founder of Spirited Hearts, who is one such change maker. 👉 Steph shares Her journey that took her to this place in life About Aware Parenting A surprising way that our body detoxes stress hormones The importance of letting children work through bi...
From Wild Biz to Wild Author with Brooke Davis from Your Wild Books
October 24, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting Brooke Davis owner and author of Your Wild Books about her journey from owning her own nature play business, Your Wild Imagination, to author of seven books. 👉 Brooke shares About her business, Your Wild Imagination About Your Wild Books Her journey to finding this work The importance of the ‘best kind of play’ - child led and intrinsically motivated The beauty of Nature Crafting and how it is for EVERYONE The power of Kickstarter About nature play ...
Citizen Science and Sustainable Stewardship with Jodi Salmond
October 17, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWhen children form a close connection with nature, they become the next stewards of the earth. In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Jodi Salmond from Reef Check, an organisation using citizen science to inspire positive action for our reefs and oceans. 👉 Jodi Shares Her background and how she became the person she is today, a champion for our oceans How a childhood in nature sets kids up for stewardship About Reef Check and their mission The importance of a global standard to monitor...
Part 2: Culture, Creativity and Community with Nikita Fitzpatrick
October 10, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBPART 2 In this two part episode, we’re chatting with Nikita Fitzpatrick, owner and creator of New Dreaming Art, about her journey to becoming a First Nations artist and business owner, cultural awareness, appropriation and how to connect with your own First Nations community. 👉 Nikita Shares Her background and heritage How New Dreaming Art came to be How creating art helps her in her everyday life About the creative space of teaching The vision of New Dreaming Art How her art makes h...
Part 1: Culture, Creativity and Community with Nikita Fitzpatrick
October 10, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBPART 1 In this two part episode, we’re chatting with Nikita Fitzpatrick, owner and creator of New Dreaming Art, about her journey to becoming a First Nations artist and business owner, cultural awareness, appropriation and how to connect with your own First Nations community. 👉 Nikita Shares Her background and heritage How New Dreaming Art came to be How creating art helps her in her everyday life About the creative space of teaching The vision of New Dreaming Art How her art makes h...
Part 1: Culture, Creativity and Community with Nikita Fitzpatrick
October 10, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBPART 1 In this two part episode, we’re chatting with Nikita Fitzpatrick, owner and creator of New Dreaming Art, about her journey to becoming a First Nations artist and business owner, cultural awareness, appropriation and how to connect with your own First Nations community. 👉 Nikita Shares Her background and heritage How New Dreaming Art came to be How creating art helps her in her everyday life About the creative space of teaching The vision of New Dreaming Art How her art makes h...
Mum's Mental Health Matters with Carla Anderson
October 07, 2022 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBToday I’m joined by clinical psychologist, Carla Anderson, who understands the importance of supporting parents during the perinatal period and has some helpful tips for both new parents and our wider village. 👉 Carla Shares: Her background and what brought her to this work The vision of Perinatial Child and Family Hub The biggest barriers parents face while seeking out help The causes of stress and anxiety in parents today How Social Media impacts parenting in this modern age About...
Holistic Herbal Healing at Home with Cat Green
September 19, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting with our dear friend, Cat Green, all about how to introduce your kids to herbs and basic herbal skills, her top 3 herbal remedies to always have on hand in family homes, how to get kids involved in wildcrafting, including basic safety rules, and how to create a family culture of holistic herbal healing. 👉 Cat Shares About fostering nature connection through herbal remedies How to introduce kids to herbs and basic herbal skills The top 3 remedies to alway...
Ngamumu - For Mothers with Lia Pa’apa’a
September 12, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting with artist, creative producer and co-creator of Ngamumu (For Mothers) Lia Pa’apa’a about how to support mothers and their babies through Arts & Cultural practice during the first 1000 days. 👉 Lia shares What her work in arts and cultural practice looks like Her journey to this work How Ngamumu came to be The importance of creative and cultural connections and practice, especially in young people About her ancestral diet About food as a frontier war tac...
Tell Your Daughters with Natalie Stokell
September 08, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn todays episode, we are going to be talking all about the sex education. So just a little prewarning, if you have yet to start this conversation with your family, it may be the time to pop in those earphones to put this podcast on privacy mode. It’s an important topic, so join me as we reframe the way sex education needs to look for our modern times. 👉 Natalie Shares Her own sexual education experience How “Tell your Daughters” got started Pleasure anatomy vs reproductive anatomy F...
Creating Calmer Kids with Helen Boniface
August 29, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWhen little people are overwhelmed, it is our job to share our calm, not join in the chaos. - L.R. Knost. Well, how do we actually do that in today’s modern world? That is what Helen Boniface from Calmer Kids is talking about on today’s episode. 👉 Helen shares How a stress response impacts the body The beauty of breath Why learning and wellbeing cannot be separated What happens to us internally when we experience anxiety About the tolerance window About co-regulation and how can it h...
10 Steps to Develop Great Learners with John Hattie
August 22, 2022 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, we find out what it takes to make a great learner with the help of the very well known education expert and researcher, John Hattie. 👉 John Shares About his book, 10 Steps to Develop Great Learners and where the research has been drawn from and the aim of writing the book How he narrowed it down to 10 What works BEST to increase learning (in schools). About the 10 mind frames Why it is so important to let kids be kids and fully experience their childhood in the prese...
Wildhood for Childhood with Laura Matthews
August 15, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting with Laura Matthews from Wildhood Bush Kindy in Wooloongong, NSW about the hurdles and perks of starting your own Wild Business. 👉 Laura shares Her journey from nannying, to event management to owning her own Wild Business. All about Wildhood Bush Kindy programs What makes Wildhood unique Why she decide to take the leap to purchase our Intro to Bush Kindy course and start her own Wildhood Bush Kindy The benefits she has seen in the children in her pro...
This One is for the Women with Rachael Rose
August 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn this episode, we’re talking with women's circle facilitator, doula and small business mentor for mums, the fabulous Rachael Rose. 👉 Rachael Rose Shares: About her story and how she helps women About women's circles, pregnancy & mothers circles and their impact on modern day revillaging How we can create community and heal through storytelling and sharing. Her creative expansion through Motherhood How the education system is similar to the maternity system. The scariest and hardest...
Regenerative Rites of Passage with Dr. Arne Rubinstein
August 01, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode, we’re talking to Dr Arne Rubinstein about Rites of Passage and why they’re so important, how to create them and when to know your children or yourself might be ready for one. 👉 Dr. Arne Rubenstein shares About his journey and how he ended up here, creating the business of Rites of Passage The five main issues most men are dealing with The true meaning of a Rite of Passage How Rites of Passage are regenerative What Rites of Passage used to look like and how and why h...
How to Nourish and Fuel Your Family with Nutritionist Adelle Rutch
July 25, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBDo you get confused with the messages around food and nutrition when it comes to feeding your Wildlings? In todays episode we are joined by Nutritionist, Adelle Rutch, who open the conversation up about nutrition for kids, family foods, what to pack for a wildlings session, how to cope with “fussiness.” 👉 Adelle Shares Her background and how she came to focus on active families and their individual needs Her inspiration for becoming a Nutritionist Where the gaps and misinformation are in...
Deep Dive into the Child's Brain with Nathan Wallis - Neuroscientist
July 20, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting to Aotearoa’s renowned neuroscience educator, Nathan Wallis all about how to engage the brain, the problem with early literacy and numeracy, the importance of the first 1000 years and homeschool vs schooling. 👉 Nathan Shares The role of disposition About the structure of the brain and the four brains How numeracy and literacy in the early years alters limbic (emotional) brain development Where the gap is between what educators and researchers know about ...
Help Teens Shine From Within with Amanda Rootsey
July 12, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting to Amanda Rootsey about teenagers and how to help them Shine from Within. 👉 Amanda shares Her story and how she got involved in helping teen girls Tips on how to help guide our children through their teenage years Tips on how to help validate our teens big feelings How Shine From Within Online Academy has really helped many teens through the pandemic The importance of mentoring 👉 Opt In for Free Downloadables 👉 Links and Resources Shine From With...
Our North West Adventures, Misadventures and Learnings
June 20, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode, Vicci and Nicki chat about all their 11 day camping adventure to the remote North West Island with a group of 45 people, their adventures, misadventures and what they took away from the trip. We talk about: What filled our cup The logistics of getting there and communal cooking The adventures on the Great Barrier Reef The misadventures (including a chopper ride for one family, a coastguard ride for Nicki and an emergency visit) and what we learnt from them How we knew ...
Red Flags to Green Lights with Nicki and Vicci
June 13, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode, we are talking about how to turn workplace red flags into business green lights. 👉 Vicci and Nicki Share The importance of living within our values The story that highlighted the importance of this in their lives The strong values that flow in every aspect of their business The importance of authenticity Their perspective on “the system” Why we need to trust children and let them be individuals How they learned to say no How they turned their red flags into their ...
How to Feel Supported as an Education Trailblazer with Nicki and Vicci
June 06, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode, we are talking about how to feel supported when you’re an education trailblazer. 👉 Nicki and Vicci Discuss Why it is hard to be a trailblazer How they became trail blazers The challenges of this niche industry Qualities that help trailblazers succeed The role of gratitude Why it is important to push the boundaries of the nature play industry 👉 Opt In for Free Downloadables 👉 Links and Resources Resources & References Please consider supporting us on Patreon Le...
Why We Hate The Word Teacher
June 01, 2022 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBOk, so hate is a strong word, but in this episode we talk about the connotations the word Teacher has in our minds, why we prefer other terms and what they are. We talk about: Our favourite mentors How the term mentor is more informal and relational in nature. A mentor acts as an advisor, sharing knowledge based on their lived experience. There’s more sharing between, as mentors strive to help their mentees grow into peers. How mentors learn alongside their students How there is a mutua...
How to Talk to People Who Are Hesitant About Risky Play
May 24, 2022 02:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, we discuss how we talk to people who are hesitant of Risky Play. We know there are soooo many incredible benefits of Risky Play - but how do you get through to people who are skeptical, concerned or even fearful of children learning naturally in nature or through Risky Play? We do what the kids do when they play……. and we L.E.A.P! L is for LISTEN. We listen to the person’s concerns. E is for EXPLORE. We explore this further with some questions about, “What is it that ...
Nature Playgroup - Where it All Began with Vicci Oliver
May 16, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBFor many of us, Playgroup is where our journeys start. For me, playgroup was my weekly anchor for the first five years in my new role as a mother and, I guess, is the reason that Wildlings Forest School and our Raising Wildlings Podcast came into being! Come with me as I share my Nature Playgroup Journey. 👉 Vicci Shares Her inspiration for creating this episode How she got started running a playgroup How her nature playgroup was born Her experience meeting Nicki The behind the scenes...
Should We Really 'Leave No Trace?' with Vicci Oliver
May 08, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe ‘Leave No Trace’ philosophy is one of the cornerstones in minimizing our impact when we are in the great outdoors, but I have some issues with some of the principles, especially when it comes to children. So here me out, let’s take a deep dive into ‘Leave No Trace’ and its place in nature immersion programs. 👉 Vicci Shares The 7 principles of ‘Leave No Trace’ How we incorporate this philosophy into our programs How the philosophy relates to our sites Her take on why some are not re...
Nicki's Wildlings Talk Unschooling
April 25, 2022 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, Nicki’s children are talking about homeschooling and unschooling and their next big adventure. We get to hear the perspectives of our young Wildlings living the philosophy. 👉 Ra and Sol Share How they would describe what unschooling and homeschooling is What they love about unschooling Their favourite parts of their weeks being unschooled Why they keep coming back to Forest School when they don’t have to The activities that they participate in so they don’t feel lik...
Free 2 Learn with Amalia Smith
April 18, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode, we are chatting with our dear friend, homeschooling mum and organiser of the Sunshine Coast branch of a homeschool co-op called Free 2 Learn. We are chatting to her about why she started the branch, what we do at the co-op, benefits of being in a co-op and tips and tricks for those wanting to start their own! We can’t wait for you to hear Amalia Smith. 👉 Amalia shares Her homeschooling journey and how she got out of the system How she would describe her homeschooling ex...
Adventure Day 101 with Nicki and Vicci
March 28, 2022 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about how and why we try and do adventure days with our children as part of our Unschooling and Wildschooling journeys. 👉 Nicki and Vicci Share What an adventure day looks like Why it is important to commit to an adventure day What their children learn on adventure days The benefits of adventure days Why it helps to dedicate days for adventure Their fave Sunshine Coast adventure day locations What they bring along to the adventure Packing and gear ...
The First Years with Leah Tibbits
March 21, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWe love a child advocate here at Wildlings and on today's episode, I’m chatting with early years childhood advocate Leah from Leah and the first years. 👉 Leah Shares About Leah and The First Years About the brain and brain development in the early years Why the relationship between teachers and the children and their family is so crucial to building a sense of belonging How exploration is the key is learning and empowerment That independent play is often the goal and what our expecta...
How to Nurture your Little Earthling with Pennie Brownlee
March 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBIn this episode, we’re talking with Pennie Brownlee, from Dance with Me in the Heart about heavy world content in the context of children’s perspective, a child’s true nature and how the classroom is stifling, the beauty of bare feet and the three most important bonds in a child’s life. 👉 Pennie Shares How to help shield children from the news Why developmentally appropriate content is so important for children The meaning behind Dance with Me in the Heart That children are earthlings...
Should we be calling it " Free Nature Play?" with Angus Gorrie
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBIn this episode, we’re chatting to the passionate Angus Gorrie, from The Outsiders: Play Advocates all about the evolutionary perspective of loose parts and the problematic nature of titling it "risky” and/or “nature play.” 👉 Angus Shares How the floods have affected the camp The story of Outsiders The qualities he has seen develop in the children at Camp Hill How he would describe what Camp Hill looks like to an outsider The problem with social media values in depicting children's pla...
'EcoHappiness' and Why You NEED to Hug a Tree with Sandi Schwartz
February 28, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBIf you are listening to this podcast, my assumption is that you have a love of nature. In this episode, I chat to Sandi Schwartz, author of Finding Ecohappiness, all about the healing power of mother nature and the ways in which we can develop a nature habit for our families. 👉 Sandi Shares: About her journey and how she got started in this niche About the Ecohappiness Project How she communicates environmental science to empower people Why nature is so healing What a nature habit is...
Open to the Flow of Reimagined Education with Peter Phillips
February 21, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIt is unsurprising that the COVID 19 Pandemic has been the catalyst for change in education. Today I’ll introduce you to another educational changemaker, Peter Phillips, who has taken a vision shared by his co-founders and started a learning revolution in Bali, Indonesia – Open Flow Learning Centre. 👉 Peter Shares His journey that led to starting a progressive educational facility overseas How teaching in Bali differs to Australia About Open Flow How the community and Open Flow commu...
Conscious Education for your Child with Gill Howarth
February 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBIn this episode we are talking to Gill Howarth from Born Wise, who ultimately aims to inspire families to revolutionise education from their own backyards and embrace conscious education! 👉 Gill Shares About Born Wise and The Conscious Education Movement How to see education as learning beyond the boundaries of 'school' How to communicate this movement to those who might have a more constructed view What children are learning about the world in their education How we can take some of...
It Takes a Village and a Mentor with Britt Laidlaw from Wild Song
February 07, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBImagine a place that recognises children’s need for personal autonomy and emotional safety so that children are re-empowered in the learning process and learn to trust their wild instincts. Well, such a place exists and today I chat with the founder of Wild Song, Britt Laidlaw about the business and Importance of mentoring in our culture & bringing back the village model. 👉 Britt shares How she discovered her niche passion About her business and what she offers Why the village model is ...
2021 Wrap Up: The Year That Was with Wildlings Forest School
December 21, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIt’s our 2021 End of Year Wrap Up! This episode is all about the year that was and what a year it was! 👉 Nicki shares Shocking stats and a summary of why we are doing what we are doing! Some successes of this year Our 2022 goals Her plea for help finding a new space to run our our business The good that get us out of bed in the morning How our vision is spreading through the networks How we’ve managed to grow and pandemic proof our business How we connect with the community Wha...
2021 Wrap Up: The Year That Was with Wildlings Forest School
December 21, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIt’s our 2021 End of Year Wrap Up! This episode is all about the year that was and what a year it was! 👉 Nicki shares Shocking stats and a summary of why we are doing what we are doing! Some successes of this year Our 2022 goals Her plea for help finding a new space to run our our business The good that get us out of bed in the morning How our vision is spreading through the networks How we’ve managed to grow and pandemic proof our business How we connect with the community Wha...
Self-Compassion and Mindfulness for Mums with Candice
December 15, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode, we’re talking with the founder of The Kindness Couch, Candice Fraser about nurturing ourselves with holistic self-care and self-compassion so that our children can grow to do the same. Wondering what holistic self-care is and what that can look like in your full life? This is the episode for you. 👉 Candice Shares About the Kindness Couch What inspired her to set off on her own dream of being a coach Her profound view on true self- compassion Her tips for a peaceful h...
Rough and Tumble Weapon Play with Nicki and Vicci
December 06, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBBattle sounds fill the forest, swords clatter and arrows whizz through the air, groans and victorious shouts ring out. Huzzah! It’s not a medieval war you’re witnessing – but children playing with weapons. In today’s episode we talk about this controversial type of rough and tumble play. 👉 Nicki and Vicci Share The six types of Risky Play What 'Rough and Tumble' play is The value of rough play How rough play relates to socialising How we can help communicate safe boundaries The evid...
Nutritious Movement with Katy Bowman
November 22, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBWe know that as a society we are living an increasingly sedentary lifestyle and children have never moved as little as they do today. That’s why people like Katy Bowman, author of Move your DNA and now her latest book Grow Wild, are so important in helping us to recognise why we need to move more. Katy joins us today from the US to chat to us about movement and to give us some simple actionable changes that aim to combat our super sedentary culture. 👉 Katy shares Her inspiration for writi...
Fear and Mindset with Nicki Farrell
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode, we’re talking about the fears people have about starting a nature play business and why we must overcome them. * This episode was created in the context of taking the leap to entrepreneurship, but the advice and lessons may resonate with anyone dealing with fear and insecurity in their life. 👉 Nicki shares Why educators make wonderful entrepreneurs Some secrets about FEAR The criticism and praise complex The two types of feedback How fear can hold us back The diff...