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Reading With Cari: Stories to Fall Asleep To

127 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -

Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read along!  Hello and Welcome to “Reading with Cari” a Mindfulness Podcast series that can be used as a Sleep Aid or to ease your anxiety and relieve your stress. I am your host, Cari Favole, and I am so thankful that you’ve decided to spend some time with me.

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67 - Bluebeard *TW*

May 12, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

Today's Story is Bluebeard by Charles Perrault. There is a Trigger Warning for descriptions of grisly murder. Mindfulness exercise is the Basic Mindfulness Breathing Exercise. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the c...

66 - Tinderbox *TW*

May 05, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Tinderbox by Hans Christian Andersen. There is a Trigger Warning for questionable content including non-consent (kissing a sleeping person who was kidnapped) and abrupt violence (murder).    Mindfulness exercise is the Heart Activation Method. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! E...

65 - 3 Billy Goats Gruff

April 14, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The 3 Billy Goats Gruff    Mindfulness exercise is A Compassion Exercise Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a ...

64 - Hare And The Tortoise

March 31, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 6.24 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Hare and the Tortoise    Mindfulness exercise is Emotional State of Love Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a ...

63 - Belling The Cat

March 17, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 5.47 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Belling The Cat, An Aesop Fable    Mindfulness exercise is State of Happiness Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or gr...

62 - Town Mouse and the Country Mouse

March 10, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.97 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, an Aesop Fable    Mindfulness exercise is the Senses 54321 Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a b...

61 - Aesop Fables: The Fox and the Grapes; The Gnat and the Bull; The Shepherd Boy and the Wolf

March 03, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Stories are Aesop Fables: The Fox and the Grapes; The Gnat and the Bull; The Shepherd Boy and the Wolf    Mindfulness exercise is the 1 Item, 5 Senses. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in th...

60 - Aesop Fables: The Lion and the Mouse; The Wolf and the Crane; The Frog and the Ox

February 24, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Stories are Aesop Fables: The Lion and the Mouse; The Wolf and the Crane; The Frog and the Ox    Mindfulness exercise is on Gratitude Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snug...

59 - Gingerbread Man

February 17, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.48 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Gingerbread Man    Mindfulness exercise is a Simple Basic Mindfulness Breathing Exercise. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedt...

58 - Seven Swabians

February 10, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Seven Swabians by the Brothers Grimm    Mindfulness exercise is Heart Activation Breathing Method Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads yo...

57 - Tom Thumb

February 03, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Tom Thumb - https://storyberries.com/fairy-tales-the-tale-of-tom-thumb/     Mindfulness exercise is on Loving Kindness. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle u...

56 - Fisherman and His Wife

January 27, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Fisherman and His Wife by the Grimm brothers.    Mindfulness exercise is the Emotional Body Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a be...

55 - The Bremen Town Musicians

January 20, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Bremen Town Musicians by The Grimm Brothers    Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional Body Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedt...

54 - Henny Penny / Chicken Little

January 13, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Henny Penny which is also known as Chicken Little    Read the Story and Afterward from: https://www.storyberries.com/fairy-tales-henny-penny-short-stories-for-kids/ Mindfulness exercise is on Grounding Yourself. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at readingwit...

53 - Aesop Fables: The Ants and the Grasshopper; The Boys and the Frogs; The Ass Carrying the Image

January 06, 2021 23:00 - 11 minutes - 8.05 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Stories are from Aesop’s Fables: The Ants and the Grasshopper; The Boys and the Frogs; The Ass Carrying the Image.     Mindfulness exercise is Embracing New Beginnings and Letting Go. Consider donating to support this podcast - https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works  Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pi...

52 - State of the Podcast

January 02, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.35 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is an update on your host, Cari Favole, and the future of the podcast.  If you'd like to support the podcast, visit: https://ko-fi.com/readingwithcari  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy a...

51 - Ramadan

December 30, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.23 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is a history on Ramadan. Mindfulness exercise is the Emotional State of Happiness. The Closing Thoughts are on commonalities and loving our neighbor. Information found on: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramadan  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snu...

50: Bonus - Kwanzaa

December 26, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.24 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is a history on Kwanzaa. Information found: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwanzaa  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read along!  Hello and Welcome to “Reading with Cari” a Mindfulne...

49 - The Christmas Story

December 23, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is "Revisiting the Christmas Story" by Stephen Connelly. Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Love. The Closing Thoughts are on taking the first step towards whatever you hold in your heart. Article found:  https://www.blog. catholicfaithstore.org  by Stephen Connelly on Dec 25, 2017 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at readingwith...

48: Bonus - Winter Solstice

December 19, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 6.07 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is on Winter Solstice. Article Read: https://earthsky.org/?p=2951  Posted by Deborah Byrd in ASTRONOMY ESSENTIALS | EARTH | December 18, 2020 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read a...

48: Bonus - Winter Solstice

December 19, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 6.07 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is on Winter Solstice. Article Read: https://earthsky.org/?p=2951  Posted by Deborah Byrd in ASTRONOMY ESSENTIALS | EARTH | December 18, 2020 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read a...

47 - Snow Queen

December 17, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Snow Queen. Mindfulness exercise is on Compassion. The Closing Thoughts are on freeing your heart from negative feelings. Read the full story here: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Hans_Christian_Andersen/Andersen_fairy_tale_17.html#gsc.tab=0 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pit...

46 Bonus - YukiOnna "Snow Woman" *Caution - May be Scary to Some*

December 12, 2020 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.88 MB

**Caution** Today's story is has foundations of a traditional ghost story and may be scary or upsetting to some listeners. ** Today's Episode: Today's Story is the legend of the YukiOnna. Mindfulness exercise is 1 Item, 5 Senses. The Closing Thoughts is a teaser for next week's episode. Information taken from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuki-onna#:~:text=Some%20legends%20say%20the%20Yuki,almost%20uniformly%20portrayed%20as%20evil. If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my Yo...

45 - The History behind Hanukkah

December 09, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.58 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is an article titled "History: The Hanukkah Story". The author of the story was not accredited on the website. Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Love. The Closing Thoughts are left unsaid. Article read in it's entirety from: https://reformjudaism.org/jewish-holidays/hanukkah/history-hanukkah-story  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me dire...

44: Bonus Episode - Snow White and Rose Red

December 07, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Snow White and Rose Red. Mindfulness exercise is on the State of Happiness. The Closing Thoughts are on compassion, empathy, and giving. Read the story here: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Grimm_fairy_stories/Snow-White_And_Rose-Red.html#gsc.tab=0  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Po...

43 - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

December 02, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Mindfulness exercise is The Heart Activation Breathing Method. The Closing Thoughts are on perfectionism and accepting who you are now. Story can be found: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Margaret_Hunt/Little_Snow-white.html#gsc.tab=0 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at readingwi...

42 - Minisode 07 - The Daily Examen

November 28, 2020 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.76 MB

Today's Episode: Today's minisode covers the Daily Examen, an Ignatian practice. However, I have added terminology and concepts to welcome all walks of life to this daily meditation. https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/ignatian-prayer/the-examen/   Here are the steps to practice at bedtime: Prepare your heart and mind. Center yourself by lighting a candle or taking a few deep breaths.  Allow yourself to feel the presence of the Holy Spirit. Review the day with gratitude.  Think back th...

41 - The True Story Of Pocahontas

November 25, 2020 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the article "The True Story Of Pocahontas: Did She Really Betray Her People For Love?" By Maria Isabel Carrasco and was published July 6, 2017 . Mindfulness exercise is on Gratitude. The Closing Thoughts are within the story. You can find the article here: https://culturacolectiva.com/history/pocahontas-true-story-and-myths/amp  The other articles I used during my research process are below: https://time.com/5548379/pocahontas-real-meaning/ https://en.wik...

40 - Elves and the Shoemaker

November 23, 2020 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Elves and the Shoemaker. Mindfulness exercise is The State of Happiness. The Closing Thoughts are on kindness. Story Found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/THE%20ELVES%20AND%20THE%20SHOEMAKER.html#gsc.tab=0  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into b...

39b BONUS - Diwali

November 14, 2020 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.39 MB

Today's Episode: Today's episode is about the celebration of Diwali. RESEARCH SOURCE: https://www.almanac.com/content/diwali  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read along!  Hello and Welcome to “Reading with Cari” ...

39 - Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp

November 11, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp. Mindfulness exercise is on Gratitude. The Closing Thoughts are on self-validation and accepting oneself. Read the Story: https://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/141/the-blue-fairy-book/3132/aladdin-and-the-wonderful-lamp/  Other articles Mentioned: www.aladdinforever.weekly.com   https://iamfearlesssoul.com/validation-accept/  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, a...

38 - The Ballad of Mulan

November 04, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.35 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Ballad of Mulan. Mindfulness exercise is a peaceful breathing exercise. The Closing Thoughts are on true strength. Story found on: https://en.m.wikisource.org/wiki/Translation:Ballad_of_Mulan  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as ...

37 BONUS - Origins of Halloween

October 31, 2020 10:00 - 4 minutes - 2.91 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Bonus Story is on the Origin of Halloween (Don't worry - it's not scary!)  Websites used in Research: https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween  https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/samhain  https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/why-catholics-should-embrace-halloween  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at readingw...

37 - Legends of King Arthur:Chapter 1

October 28, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story focuses on Merlin in The Legends of King Arthur: Chapter 1. Mindfulness exercise is Basic Breathing Exercise. The Closing Thoughts are on the virtues of honesty, kindess, piety, and humility, and the importance of continual learning. Story found on by: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/12753/12753-h/12753-h.htm  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me direct...

36 - Minisode 06 - Take a Mindful SEAT

October 24, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Minisode Cover's Dr. Chris Willard's exercise "Take A Mindful SEAT". His website is: http://drchristopherwillard.com/ Mindful's Article on the Exercise: https://www.mindful.org/helping-children-take-a-mindful-seat-to-calm-down/   A WALK-THROUGH OF THE EXERCISE: 1). We will begin as we do all Mindfulness meditation practices by sitting comfortably and focus on our breathing; Dr. Willard says if you need to, take a few deep, calming breaths, to quell the immediate ...

35 - The Legend of Maui: Beginnings

October 21, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.69 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is an original piece on the Legend of Maui by Ethan Richey.  Mindfulness exercise is ____. The Closing Thoughts are ____. Contact the Author, Ethan Richey: Follow the Ethan on Instagram -  @ethanjrichey  https://www.instagram.com/ethanjrichey/ If you're interested in commissioning Ethan, you can reach him at erichey18 -  https://www.fiverr.com/erichey18 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Commen...

34 - The Frog Prince / Iron Henry

October 14, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Frog Prince which is sometimes also called Iron Henry. Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Gratitude. The Closing Thoughts are on the 8 types of love. Story found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Margaret_Hunt/The_Frog-King,_or_Iron_Henry.html#gsc.tab=0  Alternate Translation: https://www.seiyaku.com/lit/grimm/en/001-2.html If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Su...

33 - Princess and the Pea (The Real Princess)

October 07, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Princess and the Pea. Mindfulness exercise is the 1 Object, 5 Senses. The Closing Thoughts are multiple concepts but mainly on judging others' pain. Story found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Hans_Christian_Andersen/Andersen_fairy_tale_47.html#gsc.tab=0 The Two Articles I quoted: https://kmshea.com/2018/07/11/the-princess-and-the-pea-the-moral/  https://interestingliterature.com/2018/11/a-summary-and-analysis-of-the-princess-and-the-pea-...

32 - The Little Mermaid

September 30, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Little Mermaid. Mindfulness exercise is SENSES - 5,4,3,2,1 The Closing Thoughts are on the dangers of changing who you are for others and Cognitive Dissonance. Story found on:https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Hans_Christian_Andersen/Andersen_fairy_tale_31.html#gsc.tab=0 Note: The Daughters of the Air were added by Hans Christian Andersen himself. Although it is not the original ending of the tale, I wanted to include it as it adds an additional...

31 - The Emperor's New Clothes

September 23, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story The Emperor's New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen. Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Love. The Closing Thoughts are on Hubris and Fear. Story found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Hans_Christian_Andersen/THE%20EMPEROR%27S%20NEW%20CLOTHES.html#gsc.tab=0 Quote about the expression "Emperor's New Clothes" found -   https://www.ldoceonline.com/dictionary/emperor-s-new-clothes If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouT...

30 - Minisode 05 - The Memories We Share

September 22, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.68 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is a Blog post I wrote in July 2019.  My Blog: https://carifavole.wordpress.com/  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Social Media Handle @CariFavole Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, and snuggle up as Cari reads you a bedtime story; or grab a copy and read along!  Hello and Welcome to “...

29 - Jack and the Beanstalk

September 16, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Jack and the Beanstalk. Mindfulness exercise is Heart Activation Breathing Method.. The Closing Thoughts are to make the most of life’s opportunities. Story Found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/European_folktales/English_folktale_101.html#gsc.tab=0 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: ...

28 - Hansel and Gretel

September 09, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Hansel and Gretel From Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, 1812.  Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Happiness. The Closing Thoughts are on Survival and a new Passion project I am working on: Roll Call Initiative #YouMatter. Story Found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Margaret_Hunt/Hansel_and_Grethel.html#gsc.tab=0 Website I mentioned:  https://itgetsbetter.org/ If you are overcome by your depression, please visit: https://sui...

28 - Hansel and Gretel

September 09, 2020 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Hansel and Gretel From Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, 1812.  Mindfulness exercise is The Emotional State of Happiness. The Closing Thoughts are on Survival and a new Passion project I am working on: Roll Call Initiative #YouMatter. Story Found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Brothers_Grimm/Margaret_Hunt/Hansel_and_Grethel.html#gsc.tab=0 Website I mentioned:  https://itgetsbetter.org/ If you are overcome by your depression, please visit: https://sui...

27 - The Tooth And The Crawlspace

September 02, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is "The Tooth and the Crawlspace" by Caroline Favole. Mindfulness exercise is Gratitude. The Closing Thoughts are on Getting Older and Society's View of Success. Buy The Book Here! Kindle, Paperback, or Audiobook! Includes an additional "FAQ" regarding the short story and "About the Author" Section.  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at read...

26 - The Ugly Duckling

August 26, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen. Mindfulness exercise is the Heart Activation Breathing Method. The Closing Thoughts are on accepting oneself for who you truly are. Story found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales/Hans_Christian_Andersen/Andersen_fairy_tale_3.html#gsc.tab=0 Jon Solo's YouTube Video on the origins of The Ugly Duckling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEhJn6J_6q0  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my You...

25 - Little Red Hen

August 19, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is the Little Red Hen first collected by Mary Mapes Dodge in St. Nicholas Magazine in 1874. Mindfulness exercise is Senses: 5,4,3,2,1. The Closing Thoughts are on procrastination and (lack of) motivation. Book mentioned: “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield Today's story was found at: https://www.enchantedlearning.com/stories/fairytale/littleredhen/story/ If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comm...

24 - Minisode 04 - Positive Affirmations

August 15, 2020 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.87 MB

Today's Minisode is on Positive Affirmations. This episode is based around the below article: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/affirmations.htm Boosting Your Self-Esteem: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTCS_80.htm Summary Of Creating your Positive Affirmation: (1) Think about the areas of your life that you’d like to change: We can use positive affirmations to control negative feelings such as frustration or overcome a bad habit. So think about a positive change you’d l...

23 - Goldie Locks and the Three Bears

August 12, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Goldie Locks and the Three Bears. Mindfulness exercise is One Item, Five Senses. The Closing Thoughts are on the relationship between self-concern and societal concern. Story found on: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales.html#gsc.tab=0 If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into...

22 - Puss in Boots

August 05, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Today's Episode: Today's Story is Puss in Boots by Charles Perault. Mindfulness exercise is the Basic Breathing Exercise. The Closing Thoughts are on Loyalty and Integrity. Link Mentioned: https://www.worldoftales.com/fairy_tales.html#gsc.tab=0  If you'd like to hang out with me more, check out my YouTube Channel - TierTwo Works Suggestions, Comments, and Requests are Welcomed! Email me directly at [email protected] Podcast Elevator Pitch: Settle into bed, tuck in the covers, a...