Podcasts about Life skills

3 year olds are some of my favorite people. They come to the truths of this podcast honestly: they frequently wrong each other. But, they also quickly ask and extend forgiveness.  If only the adults in the room did equally as well.Forgiving and being forgiven is the greatest of life-skills. If there is another, please let me know what it is.  It is so important it occupies a huge chunk, of the very short Lord's Prayer.If you asked around, would forgiveness characterize your life?  If not, start with these 7 minutes. Then, forgive as well as a 3 year old.Hit the follow, like, or subscribe button. https://youtu.be/_7k9_BTOAWE

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Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom. While the U.S. and Iran are attempting to negotiate an end to the U.S. led war, the Iranian men’s national soccer team is scheduled to travel to Seattle next week for the World Cup. They will face off against Egypt in their final match in the group stage. Just blocks from where the teams will play, an exhibit by an Iranian artist examines the idea of freedom for women in her country. KUOW’s Ayeda Masood has the story. And, teenagers and senior citizens might seem like they don't have a lot in common: different generations, different technology, different language. But one teacher in Skagit County bridged the divide by putting teenagers and senior citizens in a room together so they could learn from one another. Kyle Norris reports. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show Shannon gives the rundown on 22 things you can teach in the summer months to catch your child up and prepare them for success in the new school year. 00:00 Intro & Autism Live Mission 02:59 Summer Learning Opportunities for Kids 03:24 25 Skills to Teach Over the Summer 08:06 Overview of All 25 Life Skills 12:19 Skill #1: Building Reading Habits 18:01 Skill #2: Potty Training & Generalization 19:46 Skill #3: Making Math Fun 23:13 Skill #4: Swimming Safety & Skills 25:23 Skill #5: Teaching History Creatively 27:30 Skill #6: Exercise & Self-Regulation 29:28 Skill #7: Speech Practice with Tongue Twisters 32:21 Skill #8: Enjoying Museums with Sensory Needs 36:05 Skill #9: Live Music & Theater Skills 40:28 Skill #10–15: Cooking, Help, Social & Travel Skills 51:18 Skill #16–25: Daily Living, Independence & Confidence 1:05:58 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

Your kids are already making videos on their phones — but what if that creativity became something much bigger? Youth filmmaking is one of the most powerful ways to build storytelling, teamwork, and real-world skills all at the same time.David Alford, of Cross Purposes Products, pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to make a film from scratch, sharing 5 practical insights every aspiring young filmmaker needs to know before they ever pick up a camera:✅Why the story always comes before the equipment in youth filmmaking✅The biggest mistake young filmmakers make that loses the audience every time✅How to find free locations, borrow gear, and a willing crew in your community✅What 4 months of pre-production looks like and why it makes everything work✅How a $6,000 short film made it to film festivals and international distribution✅Why telling stories from a Christian worldview matters more now than everVisit Crosspurposes Productions to watch the films mentioned in this episode and reach out if you want guidance on getting started.Resources for You Cross Purposes short film and all filmsContact email for filmmaking questionsCross Purposes available on Pureflix, Tubi, Apple TV, TBN, Amazon, and international platformsLife Skills Leadership Summit Show Notes:Making Movies With Your Kids — A Conversation With Filmmaker David AlfordToday I have filmmaker David Alford here, and we're talking about a topic I personally think you'll find exciting — making movies. When I think about my grandkids, they're always making movies with my phone. Kids today are walking around with little movie studios in their hands. So let's talk about what's actually possible.How David Got Started — And How Homeschool Kids Changed EverythingDavid is a graduate of UT Austin with a degree in radio, television, and film. He worked in Christian radio for about 12 years as a drive-time radio host, then did some television work at a local ABC affiliate. But he'd never done the film part of his degree. So in his 50s, he decided to round off the trifecta — and he started making movies.He also became a homeschool dad. His kids grew up in a community of homeschool families, and over time that community became his surrogate family. He was a drama teacher at a local theater and had this pool of artistic, creative kids around him who were interested in storytelling.When it came time to make his first film, he pulled those homeschool kids in — some as actors, some as crew. All you have to do is put a task in front of homeschool kids and they'll figure it out. Tell them to learn about makeup or lighting, and they'd go study on YouTube and come to set ready to go.With a makeshift crew of college film graduates and homeschool kids, they made a short film called Cross Purposes over four days. It had heart. A lot of heart. And that little film — made on a shoestring budget with mostly volunteers — got picked up by a distribution company and is now being distributed worldwide in several languages.Where to Start: Tell the Story Only You Can TellIf you want to make a movie, start with what's around you. Start with your environment. You're not going to wow anyone with special effects on a $3,000 film. What you can do is tell a story that only you can tell. A story that comes from your heart, that God has put on your heart to tell, told to the best of your ability with what's around you.Take people somewhere they don't normally get to go. If you work at a grocery store, you see a side of it that most people never see. Take people on that journey. Your world doesn't have to be giant or spectacular. It just needs to be different — because people who watch movies want to go somewhere they've never been before with people who are interesting to spend time with.Writing Characters That ConnectWhen writing a screenplay, look for a character who is conflicted. Nobody likes to see stories about perfect people — there's only one perfect person who ever walked this planet. The rest of us fall pretty short. We don't relate to perfect characters and we're not interested in them.Find a character who fascinates you. Someone you want to spend time with. Someone when they walk in the room, you perk up a little. Warts and all. They need to have problems, because we all do. If you look at Bible characters, so many of them had serious issues — and we learned from those issues. Christian films are the same way.The biggest mistake new filmmakers make is that they telegraph everything too quickly. Two minutes into a scene, the audience already knows exactly what's happening and they're just waiting for it to end. You have to constantly feed your audience new information — about the character, about the conflict, about the scene. Every scene needs to be triggered by the scene before it. If you can remove a scene and not feel any difference, that scene doesn't belong in the script.And your main character must change from beginning to end. They need to have gone through a metamorphosis. Something real has to happen to them.From Script to Screen — The Production ProcessOnce your screenplay is locked — meaning you and your team are genuinely happy with it and it's been through feedback — that script becomes the foundation for everything else. Then you find your team. A director of photography, lighting people, sound, set design, costume. David's oldest daughter is their production designer. His youngest daughter is the assistant director. His son worked on sound.You storyboard the entire film — drawing what the camera will see in each shot, almost like a comic book. By the time you get on set, the movie is already made in your heads. It's just a matter of making it happen.Pre-production takes about four to five months. And when you do get on set, you have a short amount of time. Even with volunteers, treat them like paid professionals — start on time, end on time, don't waste their time. People will work hard for you even if they're learning their jobs for the first time, as long as you respect them.One more thing — please do not cheat on your actors. If you have two actors doing a beautiful job and then you cut to someone who can't act, the whole story falls apart. Find actors who can genuinely convince you.Funding a Film on a Small BudgetCross Purposes was made for about $6,000. David went to local locations and asked if they could shoot there for free. Most people said yes. The hospital where much of it was shot had an entire wing closed due to staffing shortages and let them use it for free. All you have to do is ask.Equipment can be rented from production houses for a couple hundred dollars. Some local universities will let students check out cameras. Free editing software is available online. Work lights aren't fancy, but they work — just make sure the shadows are off the faces.Cross Purposes has now been making money for about five years. The money it earns funds the next film. The budget has gotten bigger every time and the quality has improved. It's a snowball effect.Where Films Can Go After You Make ThemAfter post-production and editing, short films can go to film festivals — Christian and secular ones all over the country. Cross Purposes was accepted at 13 out of 15 festivals it was submitted to. Those acceptances led to a distribution company reaching out, which now distributes the film worldwide — on Tubi, Apple TV, TBN, and platforms in Russia, Australia, Europe, and South America.David's First Step AdviceHave a story that when you tell it to people, they react. It makes them smile, it makes them cry, it makes them something. Don't start until you have a story you feel like you have to get in front of other people.And don't make it about you being in front of a camera. It's a service. You're there to serve the people who work with you and the audience watching. If it becomes an ego trip, it shows up on screen. Start with the story, and the pieces will start falling into place.People need to hear your voice. As many voices as there are out there, people need to hear yours. Do it because it's something God wants you to do. Make it joyful. And make it joyful with the people you do it with — because this is a team sport.You can find all of David's films and links to where you can watch them at crosspurposes.productions. If you want to get in touch with David directly or ask questions about getting started, you can reach him at crosspurposes@yahoo.com. Links to both are below this video.to both are below this video.

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Can your kids navigate boredom without reaching for a screen? In a world where entertainment is always a tap away, boredom has become something many families try to avoid. But should we? In this episode, Emily, Erinn, and a few special guests talk about the lost art of boredom, whether kids have lost the ability to sit with it, and how screens may have changed the way children handle downtime. Is boredom a problem to solve — or an opportunity for creativity, resilience, and independence? Related Reads 5 Tools to Cultivate Wonder in Our Children Bring on the Boredom :: How Embracing Boredom Fosters Ingenuity Let Kids Be Bored Quiet Time for All :: Limiting Access to Toys with 25 Ideas Summer Boredom Busters We Ditched Last Summer, and My Kids Didn't Die Thanks to Our Sponsor! Primrose Schools® is a nationally accredited private preschool committed to delivering a high-quality early learning experience to meet the needs of children and families. Primrose curricula focus on the whole health of your child — its Balanced Learning® approach, Healthy Hearts® Character Development, Life Skills programs, and other interactive experiences establish healthy habits and a lifelong love of learning. Momfessions is now part of Beal Media which manages Collin County Moms, Dallas Moms, Denton County Moms, and Fort Worth Moms. 

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a highly structured 35-hour high school week suddenly drops to 12 hours of college class time? You get 150 hours of unstructured space—and for most incoming young adults, that "freedom" quickly turns into an administrative trap. In this week's episode, I unpack the critical difference between emotional motivation and permanent life infrastructure. Discover the three baseline household routines your teen needs to master this summer under your roof, and learn how to help them build a proactive campus "fire escape map" before they ever experience their first semester crisis. In this episode, we discuss:Why freedom without a baseline routine turns into acute mental health strain. Shifting your teen from following a track built by other people to managing a track built by themselves. How parents accidentally stunt independent growth by "taking up the slack" when forms or chores get messy. The exact breakdown of the summer Adulting checklist: Laundry cycles, fuel cooking, and personal burn rates. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Free Action Sheet: Download The Adulting 101 Resource Grab your family's copy here: https://cheerful-writer-462.kit.com/31fa159e4cFamily Fit Call: Bypass the summer arguments and let an expert outside mentor build your teen's workflows 1-on-1. Book your free 30-minute session directly: https://calendly.com/ccoufal/familyfit  Struggling with anxiety in your family? If anxiety is causing tension, fights, or disconnect in your home, you don't have to face it alone. I help parents bring more peace, confidence, and connection to their families. Let's talk—schedule a free consultation today or email me: ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.com Find my podcastEmail me:  ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.comText me:  785-380-2064More information

Reminder: we're skipping ep 410 ("Twenty Years") because we already recapped it as an Ehlert's Exclusive bonus episode back in Nov. '25 -- only on Patreon! If you want to listen or watch, that's at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.Today, we're recapping an episode many fans have deemed as their favorite -- and we can see why! We're chatting about episode 411, "Life Skills," and we're recounting the moment Eden couldn't stop breaking while on set, the perfect storylines with Brick and Dr. Fulton, and all things car insurance. Plus, our riveting thoughts on John Travolta's latest fashion statement.We've got a new show! “The Heck Report” drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week's episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer's perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap things up by rating the episode out of 10. It's our unfiltered opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it's available to every Patreon member, at every tier!That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!WE HAVE MERCH! Order your very own Blue Bag or Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! The blue bag is perfect for any occasion - including road trips or visits to the Frugal Hoosier. And the sweatshirt comes in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!All that and much more, so let's get to Middling! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JP Nerbun's 10-year-old daughter said something on the walk to the bus that stopped him cold: "She's climbing the mountain of achievement without any purpose." That one line is the heart of this entire conversation.This special episode drops on the launch day of JP's new book The Culture Captain — a field guide for athletes learning to lead from the inside out. JP sits down with longtime friend John O'Sullivan, founder of the Changing the Game Project and co-author of Captain: The Athlete's Guide to Being an Exceptional Team Leader (with Jerry Lynch). Two books. Same subject. Written simultaneously, on opposite sides of the Atlantic. They go deep on self-awareness as the foundation of leadership, why modeling behaviors beats locker room speeches, how to have a difficult conversation before you feel ready, and what it means to lead from the bench when things aren't going your way.Whether you coach athletes, lead a team, or are still figuring out who you are as a leader — this one is for you.Chapters(00:00) Intro — JP's Daughter & Book Launch(02:30) Why John Wrote Captain(05:52) Why JP Wrote The Culture Captain(15:54) The Fable Format — Why JP Chose Lily(19:00) The Four Levels of Leadership(25:13) Surprises from Writing(31:15) The Hardest Lesson to Put Into Words(34:05) Hard Conversations as Life Skills(39:15) From Sports to the Workplace(43:48) What Had to Be Left Out(47:08) Approaching a Difficult Teammate(53:05) Coaching the Reluctant Leader(59:43) Tom Brady on Playing Where You Love People(1:01:26) Success vs. Fulfillment(1:04:00) Lead From the Bench(1:09:02) How Will You Know the Book Succeeded?(1:12:43) Why This Book Mattered MostTOC 3-2-13 Quotes | 2 Questions | 1 ResourceYour fast-track to the episode's most actionable ideas."She's climbing the mountain of achievement without any purpose."— JP Nerbun's daughter, age 10"Success is the goal, but it's not the purpose. Fulfillment should be the purpose. This is what coaches need to provide."— John O'Sullivan"You pick up the cones and balls, you serve others. You do that and people go, man, if that's the captain doing it, I better do it too."— John O'Sullivan2 Questions for Your TeamQ1: Think of an athlete who is putting in the work but seems to have lost their joy. What would it look like to help them reconnect with purpose rather than achievement?Q2: What is it currently costing your team — in trust, momentum, or culture — to avoid a hard conversation that needs to happen?1 Resource to Go DeeperThe Culture Captain by JP NerbunA field guide for athletes learning to lead with purpose, values, and selflessness — told through a fable and backed by real stories from Tim Duncan, Tom Brady, Abby Wambach, and more.Get The Culture Captain at culturecaptain.netCaptain: The Athlete's Guide to Being an Exceptional Team Leader by John O'Sullivan & Jerry LynchQualities, responsibilities, and challenges for every team captain — grounded in research and real stories from high school to the pros.Visit changingthegameproject.comKey TakeawaysKnow Yourself Before You Lead AnyoneSelflessness Is the Hallmark of Great CaptainsModeling Behaviors Beats Locker Room SpeechesReluctant Leaders Are Still LeadersFulfillment, Not Success, Is the Real PurposeThe Difficult Conversation IS the LeadershipGet the notes and tools:tocculture.comJoin TOC Coach — community, courses, and live coaching:tocculture.comBetter Coaches. Better Leaders. Better Culture.

If you've ever looked around your house thinking, “Why am I still doing everything for these capable humans?” — this episode is for you.I'm deeply passionate about helping parents raise kids who are not only healthy, but independent, resilient, and prepared for real life. And honestly? Chores and family responsibilities are one of the most powerful tools we have to make that happen.In this conversation with Hunter Clarke-Fields from the Mindful Mama Podcast, we talk about why chores are about so much more than getting help around the house. They help kids build confidence, ownership, problem-solving skills, and even better mental health.We also talk about:Why responsibility protects teen resilienceHow to start chores with toddlers and preschoolersWhat to do if your teen has never really helped beforeWhy contribution matters more than perfectionHow to stop nagging and build systems that actually workAnd yes — I share the exact chore system we've used in our family for over 10 years.Whether your child is 4 or 14, it's never too late to start building the life skills they'll carry into adulthood.Resources We Mention for Chores for TeensBuilding Strong Families, Connected Kids with Father Leo of Plating GraceThe Kimball Family Chores System That Works!Can Mindfulness Make You a Better Parent? (+ Bonus Guided Meditations for Kids!)Get some life skills, right now! Easy workshops for kids and teens to take ownership.Start your kids making simple snacks now at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastsnacks. Shop Third Rock Essentials at kidscookrealfood.com/thirdrock, and use code KITCHENSTEW for 20% off!Kitchen StewardshipRaising Healthy Families follow Katie on Instagram or FacebookSubscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updatesYouTube shorts channel for HPHFind the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastAffiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

What if leadership isn't something you earn, but something you were born with, waiting to be fully expressed? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Nancy OKeefe on her new book Lead with Your Light: Individual Empowerment, Influence, and Impact with Human Design. Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comNancy OKeefe is a Certified Human Design Business and Leadership Coach, who guides women entrepreneurs in impactful service businesses to make a bigger difference by leveraging their Human Design. She helps her clients peel back the layers of who they have been taught to be and how they have been conditioned to do business so they can awaken their business genius, embrace their authenticity, step into their leadership, and naturally attract their right clients so they can build an abundant & sustainable business they love. Nancy is a bestselling author, an expert columnist for Aspire Magazine, a certified Executive Coach from the College of Executive Coaching and holds an MBA from Babson College in Entrepreneurship. https://nancyokeefecoaching.com To learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at: https://www.mariannepestana.com 

Could surrender, self-awareness, and vulnerability be the missing keys to stronger leadership? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Hilda Koch, PA-C, on her new book Leadership: The Paradox of Surrender.Moments with Marianne Radio Show airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comHilda Koch, PA-C brings a thoughtful and introspective approach to leadership, blending real-world experiences with research-backed insights. Her work focuses on self-awareness, values, and authentic leadership—helping readers move beyond surface-level strategies and lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. https://hildakoch.com/Order on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0eNpKPBCTo learn more about the show and interview opportunities contact us at: https://www.mariannepestana.com

The YearBeyond Scouting in Schools Programme is a partnership between YearBeyond and SCOUTS South Africa. The programme targets learners in Grade 4-6 in low- and no-fee public schools and equips them with life skills, fosters a love for nature, and promotes active citizenship. Lester Kiewit speaks to SCOUTS South Africa regional commissioner Paddy Milner. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 The purpose of her book is to guide you through a successful transition from incarceration to a fulfilling and productive life after release. Ideally, preparation for this transition should begin six months before your release date. The recommended approach is to collaborate with a mentor, meeting weekly to follow this program both during your final months in prison and for twelve weeks after release.This program aims to reduce recidivism by addressing the challenges of reintegrating into the community and providing a clear structure for your success. In other words, their goal is to help you avoid returning to prison by equipping you with the tools and support needed to overcome common obstacles faced in the outside world.The book includes preparatory activities to help you get ready to connect with a mentor. Once you are prepared, you and your mentor will meet each week to discuss the relevant chapter and work through the material together. The content is designed to help you develop essential life and employability skills. Additionally, you will find checklists and templates to ensure you are fully prepared for life after release.She is the author of "From Prison to Possibilities: Paving Your Path." https://drnugentspeaks.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

Whether your kiddos are 2, 12, or 18, it's not too late to teach them life skills - the skills that will help them launch and help support them in adulthood. But life skills isn't just cooking and cleaning. It can include emotional intelligence, automobile maintenance, leadership, and much more. My guest is Katie Kimball from Raising Healthy Families, who is the mastermind behind the #LifeSkillsNow virtual summer camp, where kids ages 5-18 can learn more than 450 life skills in an approachable video format. Many of the lessons are taught by kids and teens. We chat about: - what life skills are versus chores - the three aspects of life skills (hands on, minds on, hearts on) as well as how to implement them to keep kids motivated - the benefits of teaching life skills including resilience, confidence, and personal agency - how to help kids who are discouraged by perfectionism when they're leaning life skills Katie Kimball of Raising Healthy Families helps change kids' relationship to food, both through work in the kitchen and helping parents of picky eaters. She's a former teacher, two-time TEDx speaker, writer, mom of 4 kids and creator of the Kids Cook Real Food Course, Teens Cook Real Food Course, #LifeSkillsNow virtual summer camps, and blogs at Kitchen Stewardship. Her mission is to connect families around healthy food, teach every child to cook, and instill those all-important life skills! Resources Mentioned: Sign up for camp here FREE - June 8-12, 2026 Connect with Katie on her website, podcast, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Related Episodes: Episode 80: Systems to Transform Your Home with Mom of 10 Laura Hernandez of Mama Systems Episode 104: 3 Habits That Empower Your Kids (and Make Your Life Easier) - with Rachel Norman from A Mother Far From Home Episode 156: Simple Chore Systems for Neurodivergent Moms (and Kids!) with Kelly Briggs from Simple Home Mom   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

What life skills do kids and teens actually need before they leave home? And how can busy moms start teaching those skills without adding even more to their already full plates?In this episode of the Secrets of Supermom Show, Lori sits down with Katie Kimball of Raising Healthy Families to talk about helping kids become more independent, capable, and confident through real-life skills like cooking, meal planning, grocery shopping, budgeting, communication, and more.Katie shares practical ways moms can gradually release responsibility to their children, why teaching life skills actually helps reduce the mental load for moms, and how to prepare teens for adulthood without panic. They also discuss executive functioning, agency, motivation, and why some of the most important skills aren't taught in school.Katie is a former teacher, TEDx speaker, mom of four, and creator of Kids Cook Real Food, Teens Cook Real Food, and the #LifeSkillsNow virtual summer camp.Plus — exciting news! Supermom Summer Camp and LifeSkillsNow overlap June 8–12, making it the perfect week for moms to fill their own cups while their kids learn practical life skills that help lighten the load at home.In this episode, we cover:Why teaching life skills helps reduce the mental load for momsThe gradual release of responsibility for kids and teensCooking, grocery shopping, meal planning, and financial literacyHow to motivate teens to learn real-world skillsExecutive functioning and independencePreparing kids for adulthood without overwhelmThe importance of agency, confidence, and competenceHow moms can start small todayResources Mentioned:Katie Kimball / Raising Healthy FamiliesKids Cook Real FoodTeens Cook Real Food#LifeSkillsNow Virtual Summer CampSupermom Summer CampText us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

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This whole thing started because Sedro-Woolley high school teacher LinseyKitchens saw the people in her life struggle with the Internet. Specifically, she sawthem struggle with what to believe and how to engage their critical thinking skills. Whether that was a teenager in her classroom, convinced that if they bought aprotein powder from their favorite influencer, it would make them stronger andmore popular. Or the senior citizens in her life, who went down rabbit holes ofconspiracy theories online. Or fell for online scams. So Kitchens became obsessed with teaching media literacy to people of all ages.She even won a fellowship at the University of Washington’s Center for anInformed Public where she studied how teachers can incorporate media literacyinto their classrooms. This past spring, she created a day-long event where teens and seniors could spendthe day together, at what you might call a “giant skills swap.” The teenagers gavepresentations about how AI scrapes information from reliable and unreliablesources.While the seniors gave presentations about animal rescue and how to fix aflat tire. But the event almost didn’t happen, because one of those groups was scared toengage with the other group. SoundSide’s Kyle Norris was at the event, called “Ageless Intelligence,” and hasthis story. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible!Right now, we're asking for listeners to give us a full review of the show. We want to know what you want from the show, so share your thoughts with us at kuow.org/feedback. Also, if you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotesSoundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Successful, functioning, but secretly miserable? There's a name for what you're feeling, and it isn't burnout.In this episode, Dr. Corey Keyes, sociologist and author of Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down, breaks down what's really happening when life looks good on paper but you feel “off.”He calls it "languishing" — and you'll learn how to tell if this is you, the five things that can pull you out of it, and where to start once you know.Topics discussed:The difference between burnout and languishingWhy so many people are languishingDiagnostic criteria for languishingWhat older adults can teach us about relationshipsThe five vitamins of flourishingActive vs. passive leisure (and the cost)The 14-question self check-inGrab Dr. Corey Keyes' book:https://www.amazon.com/Languishing-Alive-Again-World-Wears/dp/0593444620This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.comUse the same marketing company as Dr. Etch!Get your free demo with Relevance Marketing by Clicking Here Check out www.relevanceonlinemarketing.com if you want to get the same great marketing results as Dr. Etch.  Mention DPH and get your first month FREE!Take Control of Your Practice and Your LifeWe help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

What if our learners could practice success before they ever step into the real moment?I'm bringing you a conversation that completely reframed the way I think about video modeling, independence, and skill building. We're talking all about self-video modeling and how technology is creating more personalized, neurodiversity-affirming ways to support communication, daily living skills, and behavior regulation.Dr. Rachel Khasky-Levy and Rinat Hitelman share how their work with The Babel Group and Wide Therapy is helping clinicians bridge the gap between therapy and real-world implementation. What stood out to me most was the idea of helping learners visualize themselves already succeeding. Whether it's requesting a favorite snack, transitioning between activities, completing vocational tasks, or building communication skills, this approach focuses on possibility and confidence instead of correction.I also loved hearing how self-video modeling can support learners who may not yet be able to demonstrate a skill independently in real life. By creating personalized visual rehearsals, clinicians and families can give learners repeated exposure to success in a calm, supportive way that feels meaningful and functional.This conversation reminded me why I've always loved using video modeling in therapy. It's practical, engaging, and incredibly empowering for our students across ages and settings.#autism #speechtherapyWhat's Inside:How self-video modeling differs from traditional video modelingWays to target communication, vocational, and daily living skillsUsing visualization to reduce challenging behaviorsWhy personalized tech tools can increase independence and confidenceMentioned In This Episode:The Babel GroupWide TherapyVoiceittEarn CEUs with a community of peers. Join the ABA Speech ConnectionABA Speech: Home

How can we teach kids and teens everyday life skills in ways that actually stick? In this episode, Risa Williams talks with life skills expert Katie Kimball about a simple three-step approach to help kids and teens build confidence, responsibility, and independence through completing everyday tasks and projects at home.They discuss:-Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation tools-Collaborating as a team on a system and framework for everyday tasks and chores-Setting up expectations, rewards, and weekly check-ins-Using gentle questions and compassion as a way to gently guide our loved ones to figure out the next step forward with tasks-Taking a long-term learning approach by creating consistent weekly habits over many years-How learning and practicing life skills can reduce our kids' and teens' anxiety**Sign up now for Katie's Life Skills Now Summer Camp and hear Risa's presentation on Time Tools for Teens as well as 70 other life skills videos by experts on various subjects for both younger kids and teens! It's free and you can access it here: https://raisinghealthyfamilies.com/motivationmindset or at risawilliams.com**Host: Risa Williams, risawilliams.com, @risawilliamstherapyGuest: Katie Kimball, raisinghealthyfamilies.com, @raisinghealthyfamiliesSupport the showFor info on books, workshops, guests, and future episodes, please visit: risawilliams.com.*All tools discussed on the show are meant for educational purposes only and not as a replacement for therapy or medical advice.

Welcome to The Treehouse Show — the comedy podcast covering funny news, viral internet stories, pop culture debates, celebrity birthdays, and the absolute dumbest things people do in real life.Today's episode starts with one of the strangest trends we've ever seen: men trying to “restore” their foreskin. Why is this happening? How does it supposedly work? And who woke up one morning and thought, “Yep… this is the project now”? We break it all down.We also revisit the viral Six Flags rollercoaster incident after riders were left stranded, plus we ask the important movie question nobody seems brave enough to answer: is The Mandalorian & Grogu going to be another disappointing Star Wars cash grab?Also on today's show: The bizarre trend of foreskin restorationWhy a man drove his Cybertruck into Lake GrapevineDFW treasure hunter goes full idiot at Lake LewisvilleSix Flags rollercoaster updateIs Mandalorian & Grogu doomed?Celebrity birthdays and terrible movie sequels/remakesA dad's brutally honest advice about boyfriendsThe life skills every guy should knowIf you love comedy podcasts, funny news stories, weird internet culture, pop culture commentary, viral headlines, and conversations that spiral completely out of control, you'll love The Treehouse Show.WHY LISTEN?Funny current events & trending storiesViral internet nonsensePop culture debates & movie talkWeird Florida/Texas-style newsComedy podcast chaos with friendsAbout the show:Leave your worries outside and join Dan O'Malley, Trey Trenholm, and their hilarious guests for laughs about funny news and viral stories with ridiculous commentary inside the Treehouse Show. 

We welcome Montana Houston, founder of rYOUminate, to the show this week to chat about addressing the “hidden curriculum” of higher education—life skills like financial literacy, career readiness, and self-advocacy that many students are expected to know but are rarely taught. They explore how gaps in infrastructure and capacity have left institutions struggling to deliver this support at scale, and how personalized, tech-enabled solutions can help bridge the divide. Guest Name: Montana Houston - CEO & Founder @ rYOUminate Guest Social: LinkedIn Guest Bio: Montana Houston is the founder of rYOUminate, a life skills edtech company personalizing adulthood for 18 to 30-year-olds and the higher education institutions that support them. As a first-generation college student at the University of Southern California, she experienced firsthand how much of adulthood is shaped by unspoken expectations. She founded rYOUminate to make those expectations visible, navigable, and less isolating. Today, rYOUminate delivers research-backed programming, reflection-driven tools, and thoughtful resources that help young adults build confidence in life's biggest transitions. Through work with customers such as the University of Washington and YMCA of King County, the company has driven a 2.5x increase in confidence and a 5x increase in knowledge among participants. Montana brings experience across law, financial literacy, and inclusion-focused leadership, and her work has been recognized by SXSW EDU, Venture Black, Urban Impact, and Business Impact Northwest. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Text Sue what you think!Are we preparing kids for adulthood… or preparing them for school expectations?Parents worry about grades, gaps, transcripts, screen time, and whether their kids will be successful adults. But real adult life often depends on something else entirely: adaptability, communication, confidence, initiative, emotional regulation, and problem solving.In this episode, Sue Patterson explores how real-life experiences, play, curiosity, gaming, technology, and pursuing interests can help kids develop the skills they actually need for adulthood.Also: why school expectations still shape our fears  how unschooling builds real-world problem-solving skills  the difference between memorizing information and learning how to navigate life  reducing power struggles around technology  helping parents feel more confident taking an unconventional path If you've ever wondered whether unschooling truly prepares kids for adult life, this episode will help you rethink what “life prep” really means. → Creating Confidence Community and Daily Confidence App: https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/creating-confidence-sign-up → Read transcript at the bloghttps://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/the-life-prep-unschooling-homeschooling-kids-really-need Support the show_____________________________________________________As always, reach out if you need more help.  You don't have to do this alone!Creating Confidence DAILY - the Unschooling App you need!Start Free Trial Today!Creating Confidence Membership Group  UNSCHOOLING 101 CourseMath WITHOUT Curriculum CourseUnschooling Transcript CourseSeasonal Unschooling Guides Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue Stay Connected:Free Email List with weekly unschooling resourceswww.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

What happens when culinary education meets entrepreneurship and child development? In this episode, I sit down with Leigh Feldman, CEO of Young Chefs Academy, to explore how the brand is inspiring children through hands-on cooking experiences while building a thriving franchise community across the country. Leigh shares the mission behind Young Chefs Academy, the impact cooking can have on confidence and creativity in young people, and what it takes to scale a purpose-driven business in today's world. Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, educator, or franchise enthusiast, this conversation serves up valuable insights and inspiration.

Kids and Sports ~ Tips for helping your kids (and yourself) enjoy sports and learn life skills - a short interview with Dr. Judy Vanraalte. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

Do you ever feel that tension between wanting to help your kids… and knowing you probably shouldn't step in so fast?Because if we're honest, it's almost always easier and quicker to just do it ourselves. Open the bottle. Fill out the form. Solve the problem.But what if that instinct is exactly what's holding our kids back?In this episode, I'm talking with Amy Carney about what it really takes to raise kids who are ready for the real world. Not just capable on paper, but confident, resilient, and able to handle life when things don't go smoothly.This is part two of our conversation, and we're digging into the everyday moments that actually shape independent kids. (Here's part 1 if you missed it.)Here's what we cover:Why so many young adults struggle with basic problem-solving (and what parents are unintentionally doing that contributes to it)The surprising power of letting kids struggle instead of stepping inHow to create family fun that actually works, even with teens who “don't want to” participateThe mindset shift from doing things for your kids to mentoring them through lifeReal-life examples of skills that fall through the cracks (even in great homes)Why “easier and quicker” should be your red flag as a parentPractical ways to start handing over responsibility, one small step at a timeIf you've ever wondered how to raise kids who can actually handle adulthood, this conversation will both challenge and encourage you in the best way.Resources We Mention for Raising Independent KidsGet those kids some life skills at #LifeSkillsNow summer camp!Letting toddlers help in the kitchenMy interview with Jessica Lahey on letting kids failAmy's viral post on 8 things you should stop doing for your kidsGet your kids REAL skills for real life - register for #LifeSkillsNow!Kitchen StewardshipRaising Healthy Families follow Katie on Instagram or FacebookSubscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updatesYouTube shorts channel for HPHFind the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastAffiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

One of the motivations for creating the Kids Cook Real Food™ eCourse was that I was just over halfway to “launch” with my oldest child.Nine years old is half of the intensive part of parenting, and Paul had just turned 10. He demonstrated how to make homemade guacamole to his 4th-grade class, and I realized that guac was the only thing he truly knew how to make!One cannot live on guac alone…so I knew I needed to teach him more before he left my home!I love that parenting expert and author Amy Carney also uses the word “launch” to describe the process of sending off a child into the world, ready to serve and grow and live on purpose.She too had a crisis of parenting when her oldest kids were about 10, and she reacted even more strongly than I did – that and more in today's interview!What Amy made me desire: The sort of MARGIN she found in her life when she taught her kids certain things.How I'll rethink something today: That being frustrated about a task is an opportunity for a teaching moment.A goal I need to keep in mind: Play is as important as “being busy.”In the first two days after the interview, I quoted a certain portion twice, and it's what college professors and deans all agreed that young adults need more of.This is a heartfelt, fun, fascinating, and inspiring interview, and I hope you enjoy Amy as much as I did!Amy is teaching on How to Spot a Scam in #LifeSkillsNow Season 5 – register now!Resources We Mention for Teaching Life Skills to TeensSupporting the foster care systemAmy's video on adoption through foster careMy interview with Julie Lythcott-Haimes about raising successful adultsFind Amy online hereFollow her on social media: Facebook, InstagramGet your kids REAL skills for real life - register for #LifeSkillsNow!Kitchen StewardshipRaising Healthy Families follow Katie on Instagram or FacebookSubscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updatesYouTube shorts channel for HPHFind the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastAffiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

Gina Harris In this episode of Joyously Free!, host Joanie Lindenmeyer talks with Gina Harris, Vice President of Wild Rivers Soccer Club, about the positive impact of youth soccer in Curry County. The discussion highlights the club's community focus, its commitment to fun over competition, and its inclusive spirit. Gina encourages families to get involved, emphasizing accessibility through affordable fees and scholarships. Host: Joanie Lindenmeyer; Producer: Joanie Lindenmeyer Music is from freepd.com, in the public domain. The opinions expressed here are those of the individual participants. Curry Coast Community Radio takes no position on issues discussed in this program. If you enjoy this program and want to hear more like it, consider supporting Curry Coast Community Radio. Here’s how.

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This special Mother's Day Mash Up episode brings together the most powerful moments of resilience, legacy, and divine identity from our journey together. Host Kristen Wambach curates a "Spiritually BRAVE" collection designed to bridge the gap between the practical grit of parenting and the supernatural wisdom available to every mother. Featuring a deep dive with Gail Showalter and mystical reflections on generational healing, this episode is a "Monday-morning" anchor for any woman leading her family toward a heavenly horizon.Episode Highlights The Practical Heart (Resilience and Faith): Special guest Gail Showalter shares her transformative journey from a single mother of three to a beacon of wisdom. Discover why asking for help is a sign of strength and how to navigate the "poverty of striving" through prayer and practical gumption. The Redemptive Mother: Kristen explores the "Beyond" posture of motherhood—moving from a place of surviving to thriving. Learn how to conduct a "relationship autopsy" to find healing and set healthy boundaries for your family's future. Rewriting the Family Tree: A look into the transformative power of generational healing. Kristen shares the divine story of "Amelia" (Also shared in her new book HOW GOOD IS GOD!), a 42-generation encounter that illustrates how the Lord can dissolve ancient burdens and restore the "blessing of the work of your hands." The Identity Anchor: Stop defining yourself by natural lineage or performance. This highlight focuses on your "original Genesis"—the truth that you are the most remarkable idea God has ever conceived and are "VALUE able" beyond measure. A "Safe Path" for the Heart: The episode concludes with a collective prayer and a reminder that your value is a "horizon of promise." Whether you are a mother, a grandmother, or a spiritual mentor, you have the authority to change the atmosphere of your home.

Gary Smith (108 Productions):Founder and Owner of 108 Productions, a multifaceted company focused on Farming, Sustainability, Life Skills, and Events. 108 Productions hosts an annual event called Strawberry Moon, a 3 Day Festival featuring Live Music, Art, Games, and more. You can find more out about 108 and their Festival happening in June, 2026 with the link below.https://108productions.net/tickets-strawberry-moonhttps://www.instagram.com/108_gatherings/https://www.facebook.com/108gatherings/Collin Cleary (Psyberbilly):Collin is a Singer-Songwriter known as Psyberbilly. You can see Collin perform with FoolsDog Band - Make sure to check out their upcoming shows in June at the Strawberry Moon Festival and in July at Weekend at Bertha's in Delaware. https://www.instagram.com/psyberbilly1?igsh=Z3h3dTljcjF4OXJwhttps://www.instagram.com/foolsdog/https://www.facebook.com/FoolsDogMusic/https://www.weekendatberthas.com/You can find out more about the CPMHOF @ https://cpmhof.com/Brought to you by Darker with Daniel @ Studio 3.http://darkerwithdaniel.com/All media requests: thecpmpodcast@gmail.comWant to be on an episode of the CPMP? For all considerations please fill out a form @ https://cpmhof.com/guest-considerationJoin us back here or on your favorite audio streaming platform every other week for more content.

My kids are 11 and 14, and I will be the first to tell you that teaching them practical life skills is not my strongest suit. I am genuinely good at the emotional work, the hard conversations, the staying connected through difficult seasons. But the cooking, the chores, the keeping-a-home-running piece of parenting is an area where I know, with great compassion for myself, that we have room to grow. Summer has a way of opening up just enough space to do something new, and this episode will give you a clear and hopeful place to start if you're like me and it's not your biggest strength. This week's guest is Katie Kimball, founder of Kids Cook Real Food and a life skills educator who has been doing this work with her own four kids long enough to be living the results.She gave me so much hope that it is not too late — even if your kids are older, even if you feel like you've missed the window, even if you've been meaning to do this for years and just haven't gotten there yet, and even if, like me, you sat down with a life skills expert and within the first five minutes had to ask what a chef's knife was. Come join us to hear:

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Embracing Uncertainty: A Leader's Unexpected Triumph at Balaton Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-05-03-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A modern irodaház tízedik emelén Bálint, a fiatal menedzser, az ablak mellett állt.En: On the tenth floor of a modern office building, Bálint, the young manager, stood by the window.Hu: Lenézett a városra, amint a forgalom délután öt óra körül tetőzik.En: He looked down at the city as the traffic peaked around five in the afternoon.Hu: Az irodában zajlott az élet: kollégák jöttek-mentek, telefonok csörögtek.En: Life was bustling in the office: colleagues came and went, phones rang.Hu: Bálint izgatott volt; közeledett az első nagy projektje, és az üzleti út a Balatonhoz nagy lehetőség volt számára.En: Bálint was excited; his first big project was approaching, and the business trip to Balaton was a great opportunity for him.Hu: Eszter, az iroda tapasztalt munkatársa, közelebb lépett.En: Eszter, the office's experienced employee, stepped closer.Hu: "Készen állsz a hétvégére, Bálint?" kérdezte barátságosan.En: "Are you ready for the weekend, Bálint?" she asked kindly.Hu: Bálint bólintott. "Igen, remélem minden a terv szerint alakul."En: Bálint nodded. "Yes, I hope everything goes according to plan."Hu: Gábor is csatlakozott hozzájuk, mindig vidám és izgatott.En: Gábor joined them, always cheerful and excited.Hu: "Én már alig várom a Balatont! Reméljük jó idő lesz."En: "I can hardly wait for Balaton! Let's hope the weather is good."Hu: Pénteken délután együtt utaztak le a Balatonhoz.En: On Friday afternoon, they traveled together to Balaton.Hu: Az út közben Gábor állandóan nevettetett mindenkit, miközben Eszter hasznos tanácsokat adott Bálintnak a projekt menedzseléséhez.En: During the journey, Gábor kept everyone laughing, while Eszter gave Bálint useful advice on managing the project.Hu: "Ne aggódj annyira" mondta Eszter mosolyogva.En: "Don't worry so much," Eszter said with a smile.Hu: "Néha az élet váratlan helyzeteket hoz, és ezek a legérdekesebb pillanatok."En: "Sometimes life brings unexpected situations, and those are the most interesting moments."Hu: Amikor megérkeztek, a tavaszi Balaton elvarázsolta őket.En: When they arrived, the spring Balaton enchanted them.Hu: A víz csendesen hullámzott, a virágok nyíltak a part mentén.En: The water gently rippled, and the flowers bloomed along the shore.Hu: De amint elkezdték előkészíteni a hétvégi programot, az időjárás gyorsan változni kezdett.En: But as they began to prepare the weekend program, the weather started to change quickly.Hu: Egy váratlan vihar közeledett.En: An unexpected storm was approaching.Hu: Másnap reggel Bálint szomorúan állt az ablak előtt.En: The next morning, Bálint stood sadly by the window.Hu: A prezentációhoz tervezett beltéri terem nedves lett az eső által.En: The indoor venue planned for the presentation had been made wet by the rain.Hu: "Mihez kezdünk most?" kérdezte tanácstalanul.En: "What do we do now?" he asked helplessly.Hu: Ekkor Gábor vidáman javasolta: "Tartsuk kint a nagy fa alatt! Fel fog száradni, és izgalmasabb lesz."En: Then Gábor cheerfully suggested, "Let's hold it outside under the big tree! It will dry up, and be more exciting."Hu: Bálint hezitált. Nem volt a terve része.En: Bálint hesitated. It wasn't part of his plan.Hu: De Eszter bátorítóan bólintott felé.En: But Eszter nodded encouragingly towards him.Hu: "Most megmutathatod, hogy rugalmas vagy."En: "Now you can show that you're flexible."Hu: Bálint mélyet lélegzett. "Legyen" mondta végül. "Próbáljuk meg."En: Bálint took a deep breath. "Alright," he finally said. "Let's try it."Hu: Az irodából hoztak székeket, és gyorsan megteremtették az impromptu helyszínt a nagy tölgyfa alatt.En: They brought chairs from the office and quickly set up the impromptu venue under the large oak tree.Hu: A prezentáció alatt a szél fújta a friss illatú leveleket, és mindenki mosolygott a természetes környezetben.En: During the presentation, the wind blew the freshly scented leaves, and everyone smiled in the natural setting.Hu: A nap végére a projekt nagy sikert aratott.En: By the end of the day, the project was a great success.Hu: A csapat és a vezetők is elégedettek voltak az új megközelítéssel.En: Both the team and the leaders were pleased with the new approach.Hu: Bálint megtanulta, hogy néha a spontaneitás ugyanolyan értékes, mint a gondos tervezés.En: Bálint learned that sometimes spontaneity is just as valuable as careful planning.Hu: Amint visszafelé utaztak az irodába, Bálint a buszon ült, és a Balatonra gondolt.En: As they traveled back to the office, Bálint sat on the bus, thinking of Balaton.Hu: Rájött, hogy a jövőbeli útjai során megpróbál majd mindig megtartani egyensúlyt.En: He realized that during his future journeys, he would always try to maintain a balance.Hu: Eszter bólintott mellőle, elégedetten.En: Eszter nodded beside him, content.Hu: Gábor viccelődött, a busz pedig lassan visszavitte őket a város nyüzsgő forgatagába.En: Gábor cracked jokes, and the bus slowly took them back to the city's bustling whirl. Vocabulary Words:bustling: nyüzsgőapproaching: közeledettopportunity: lehetőségexperienced: tapasztaltcheerful: vidámjourney: útunexpected: váratlanenchanted: elvarázsoltarippled: hullámzottbloomed: nyíltakshore: partstorm: viharhelplessly: tanácstalanulsuggested: javasoltahesitated: hezitáltencouragingly: bátorítóanflexible: rugalmasimpromptu: impromptuvenue: helyszínoak: tölgyscented: illatúspontaneity: spontaneitásvaluable: értékesmaintain: megtartanibalance: egyensúlytcontent: elégedettencracked: viccelődöttwhirl: forgatagmeticulously: gondostentative: tervezett

What do our kids actually need to know before they leave home? In this episode, we explore the everyday life skills that often get overlooked, from tying shoes and folding laundry to handling money, filling out forms, speaking with customer service, hosting guests, managing time, and learning how to do what life requires next. We talk about why practical competence is part of education, not separate from it, and why homeschooling gives us a beautiful chance to teach these skills in real life, at the right moment. Join us for a conversation about raising capable, confident kids who know how to participate fully in the world.Resources:Find our favorite readalouds and nonfiction in the Brave Writer Book ShopBrave Writer class registration is open! Visit Julie's Substack to find her special podcast for kids (and a lot more!) Purchase Julie's new book, Help! My Kid Hates WritingFind community at the Brave Learner Home Learn more about the Brave Writer Literature & Mechanics programsStart a free trial of CTCmath.com to try the math program that's sure to grab and keep your child's attentionSubscribe to Julie's Substack newsletters, Brave Learning with Julie Bogart and Julie Off Topic, and Melissa's Catalog of EnthusiasmsSign up for our Text Message Pod Ring to get podcast updates and more!Send us podcast topic ideas by texting us: +1 (833) 947-3684Interested in advertising with us? Reach out to media@bravewriter.comConnect with Julie:Instagram: @juliebravewriterThreads: @juliebravewriterBluesky: @bravewriter.comFacebook: facebook.com/bravewriterConnect with Melissa:Website: melissawiley.comSubstack: melissawiley.substack.comInstagram: @melissawileybooksBluesky: @melissawiley.bsky.socialProduced by NOVA

In this episode, we talk about April's adventures which include Bryce's EAA Young Eagle flight experience, his visit to the Sun N Fun Air Show, Special Olympics Basketball Skills Regional competition, and his newest musical instrument (ukelele).  We also talk about how much joy we have parenting Bryce. He's such a special kid with a heart of gold. It's such an honor to be able to teach him about the Bible and Lord as well as Math, Science, History, Reading, Language, Communication, and Life Skills. We genuinely hope that our willingness to share our family's journey is helping others.  You can reach out directly to us if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." We have several Author copies available. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now twelve years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79)You can follow us on our Parenting Autism YouTube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: parentingautism@att.net.NOTE: Most of our Social Media content is on our YouTube channel @parentingautismshow. Please subscribe and follow our adventures! Support the show

This week we're joined by Lexus Johnson, a BCBA here at ABS Kids who is doing really meaningful work with her clients every day. Lexus is passionate about something that doesn't always get the spotlight it deserves; making sure that kids aren't just learning skills, but learning to communicate who they are, what they need, and what they're okay with. Today we're talking about functional communication, life skills, and what it really means to put a child's voice at the center of their care. Download latest episode to learn more! Resources ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association): for AAC and communication supports  Autism Society of America: for family support during Autism Acceptance Month and beyond  ABS Kids: to learn more about services, including life skills and social skills programs  ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

In this no-nonsense episode of Grumpy Old Mixtape, we're counting down the top things every man should know from shaving and throwing a punch to mastering emotional intelligence and changing a tire. No fluff, just real man skills, old-school wisdom, and a few rants along the way. Whether you're 18 or 80, these practical life hacks, survival tips, and self-respect rules are timeless. Tune in for straight talk on what actually makes a capable, grounded man today. Enjoy you GRUMPYS!!! #GrumpyOldMixtape #EveryManShouldKnow #LifeSkillsForMen #ManSkills #PracticalWisdom #MensHealthAndMindset #DIYHacks #OldSchoolValues #PodcastEpisode #ModernManhoodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/grumpy-old-mixtape--2575402/support.Grumpy Old Mixtape unfiltered hip‑hop, barbershop comedy, and culture with Dubb H & Big Ty. Sub: Apple • Spotify • YouTube. Follow @grumpyoldmixtape. Explicit.

Homesteading isn't just about land, animals, or how much you can produce. It's about the mindset, lifestyle, and intentional choices behind how you live. And the truth is, more people than ever are craving a slower, more self-sufficient life… but many feel like they don't have enough land, time, or experience to even begin. In this episode of The Homestead Education Podcast, Kody Hanner sits down with Mary Lewis — host of A Tiny Homestead Podcast & Grit and Graceland in the Heartland Podcast to have an honest, real-life conversation about what homesteading actually looks like day-to-day. From starting a homestead later in life to navigating gardening challenges, empty nesting, and building a life rooted in purpose, Mary shares her journey of stepping away from “city living” and into a more intentional, self-sufficient lifestyle. Together, they talk about the realities of gardening, raising food, learning new skills, and redefining what it means to “be a homesteader” — whether you have acres of land or just a small backyard. This isn't just a conversation about homesteading. It's about learning to live differently with purpose, creativity, and a willingness to grow. If you care about: Starting a homestead later in life Building a self-sufficient lifestyle without overwhelm Growing food in any space (big or small) Learning homesteading skills step-by-step Balancing real life with homestead goals Finding joy in simple, everyday living This episode will remind you that homesteading isn't about perfection. It's about progress. In This Episode, We Cover: Mary's journey to starting a homestead at 50 Why homesteading is a mindset, not a measure of land or animals The transition from city living to rural life Real-life gardening challenges (weather, timing, and expectations) How homesteading looks different in every season of life The importance of starting small and building skills over time Balancing homestead work without burnout or overwhelm The role of community in modern homesteading Why learning to cook is a foundational homesteading skill Simple ways to begin growing and preparing your own food

#ChrisDistefano #StandUp #Comedy Chrissy Chaos is back and this time the Reverse Advice Hotline delivers. Chrissy and Vito talk weight loss, weird food habits, David Cross, Jasmin's birthday, home ownership stress, and then open the lines for fans to tell Chrissy exactly how to fix his life. The callers do not disappoint. Chrissy gets roasted for not knowing tools, told to stop moving, pushed into “man bootcamp,” and somehow ends up in a full debate about confidence, dating, daughters, and whether he can survive adulthood. Absolute chaos from start to finish. Subscribe for more Chrissy Chaos and drop a comment with your best advice for Chrissy. Timestamps 00:00 Chrissy's new look, the lights, and the Reverse Advice Hotline 01:21 Chrissy's weight loss, peptides, protein yogurt, and avocado talk 04:40 Vito's banana disaster and getting diarrhea from Chrissy 05:37 Jasmine's birthday problem and why Chrissy needs help 06:15 David Cross, fake voicemail chaos, and comedian stories 08:58 House stress, money pressure, and Delilah manipulating basketball time 11:11 Reverse Advice Hotline begins 11:32 Jacob calls in and tells Chrissy to buy tools 16:34 Tool talk turns completely insane 20:28 Von says Chrissy has to stop moving 25:31 Arizona, the original 13 colonies, and saving Atlanta over Chicago 27:20 Elise creates “man bootcamp” for Chrissy 29:32 Can Chrissy actually change a tire? 33:42 Jasmine birthday advice from Elise 37:42 Nick calls in with the wildest confidence boost of the episode 41:11 Group chat recap: tools, confidence, and total insanity 46:05 Chrissy tries to figure out Jasmine's actual birthday plan 48:58 Ireland trip debate: nanny or mom? 53:58 Trump, the Pope, and late-show chaos 58:28 Who should Chrissy call next?

On the Contacts Coaching Podcast, Half Moon Bay athletic director Mike Barragan shares his path from being an undersized multi-sport athlete to coaching Little League, high school baseball (including at South San Francisco High), and eventually becoming AD in his hometown. He discusses lessons from varied sports and jobs (restaurants, construction, special education), the value of sociology for empathy and reading people, and why he strongly promotes multi-sport participation—especially at small schools where rosters and program health depend on it. Barragan describes navigating relationships with alumni coaches and parents, balancing what's best for individual athletes versus the program, and using team culture practices like bonding meals. He also explains recent focus on improving sportsmanship amid growing trash talk and social media-driven behavior at games.00:00 Podcast Welcome00:45 Mike's Sports Roots04:43 Tony Gwynn Moment05:15 First Coaching Break06:57 Hometown Coaching Drama08:48 Carlmont Reality Check10:51 Teaching and Varsity Leap14:38 Back to Half Moon Bay15:00 Becoming Athletic Director16:59 San Diego Detour20:49 Life Skills and Empathy23:08 Multi Sport Advocacy29:53 Program vs Kid First31:37 Program First Culture32:02 Leading Without Micromanaging33:19 Parents Communication Balance34:33 Coaching Nuggets Learned37:24 Cuts Roles and Development42:44 Alumni Town Dynamics48:52 Sportsmanship Stand58:26 Closing Thanks and Wrap

I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...Identity, resilience, racial identity, personal growth, and overcoming adversity—this episode of Casa De Confidence is one of the most powerful conversations yet.Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Ricky Weir, author of Illegitimately Blessed, to explore a deeply moving story of adoption, identity, belonging, and transformation. Ricky shares how he discovered the truth about his origins, navigated societal labels, and ultimately reframed his life as a blessing rather than a limitation.From navigating a turbulent childhood to finding confidence through football, Ricky's journey is a masterclass in mindset, resilience, and self-definition.If you've ever struggled with identity, felt like you didn't belong, or questioned how to move forward through adversity, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Ron Sandison is the author of Adulting on the Spectrum: An Insider's Guide for Navigating Life with Autism, a national speaker, and the founder of Spectrum Inclusion. As someone who has lived with an autism diagnosis for his entire life, he is a testament to the power of harnessing the strengths of autism to rise to new and amazing heights. He empowers families with autistic children to use their God-given talents to adapt and accommodate limitations by focusing on three key elements: providing support, marketing those abilities, and learning to delay impulses. His goal is to help autistic kids not just survive on the spectrum but to thrive! Ron has learned how to adapt to sensory overload through repeated exposure and by meditating on the powerful and healing Word of God. TAKEAWAYS Another one of Ron's books on Amazon: A Parent's Guide to Autism: Practical Advice. Biblical Wisdom It's unclear what causes autism, but Ron says it could be a variety of contributing factors including childhood vaccinations Kids with autism may need to learn how to control their impulsivity, and Ron can help with that Ron has published four books and spoken all over the world

Four outspoken friends deliver another unfiltered ride: wild banter about EVs vs. gas guzzlers, brutal Trump tariffs that nearly bankrupted a business, the Iran war, college sports chaos, and the heavy cost of freedom. In this raw, hilarious, and heartfelt episode of Finding Common Ground, Bill, Odell, Kelly, and Maverick mix laughs with serious talk on politics, race, community, and why we still love America. To learn more, please visit our website The Common Ground This podcast is produced by BG Podcast Network. Bill Goebell Social: Bill's Website Rev. Odell Cleveland Social: Odell's Website Odell's Instagram Odell’s Facebook Books available on Amazon Odell's Patreon Odell's X P is for Prostate Podcast Marty “Maverick”Kotis Social: Mart's X Account Marty's Linkedin Mavericks with Marty Kotis Podcast Kelly Hahn Social: Kelly's LinkedIn Kelly's Instagram Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:21 Prayer and Racial Lenses 04:39 EVs, Gas Prices, and Porsche Rocket Ship Stories 07:00 Tariff Chaos and Business Impact 11:48 Property Taxes and Local Government Frustrations 16:33 Special Listener Shoutout and War Discussion 19:00 Rescued Pilot Story and Military Operations 23:48 Iran Conflict Analysis and Diplomacy Hopes 28:36 Hearts and Minds, Trolling, and Regime Change 33:20 War Profiteers, Oil Prices, and Ukraine Drones 38:03 College Sports, NIL, and the Wild West Era 42:40 NCAA Blame and Revenue Sharing Issues 47:26 Hubert Davis, Roy Williams, and Talent Dilution 51:58 Bill’s Campaign Manager Offer and Party Drama 54:25 Boy Scouts, Life Skills, and Youth Development 59:09 Feeder Programs, YMCA Partnerships, and Donor Stories 01:01:28 Cooking Class Tangent and Monk Blessings 01:05:03 ICE, Immigration, and Trump’s Promises 01:09:48 Kamala Harris, Rubio, and Political Flip-Flops 01:14:27 Furniture Market Struggles and Geopolitics 01:16:42 Honoring Fallen Soldiers and Airport Tribute 01:21:29 War Realities, PTSD, and Supporting Veterans 01:26:12 Iran as Terror Sponsor and Path to Peace 01:28:34 Ceasefire News and Final ReflectionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ceci Craft has worked inside two of the most demanding performance cultures in the world — Army Special Operations and Major League Baseball. She's currently the Philadelphia Phillies' Director of Mental Performance, Life Skills, and Education, leading a staff of seven coaches across their MLB affiliates and the organization's academy in the Dominican Republic.When she made the move from working with Operators to working in baseball, she thought she had her bearings -- "No one's being shot at, and no one's died, so I'm fine." -- It took her a while to recalibrate her perspective from the special ops world and to recognize that losses in the athletic world are different kinds of losses, but still real ones.Preston and Ceci dig into the gap between how mental performance practitioners are trained and what the job actually requires — the ethical conundrums no ethics course prepares you for, the difference between a clinical model built on client readiness and a performance context that operates on its own timeline, and why "coach, don't profess" is harder to practice than it sounds.They use imagery as a case study — exploring habituation, audience fit, and how to teach live skills more effectively. They examine what Ceci calls "healthy versus junk food confidence": the difference between confidence that holds up versus confidence that collapses under real pressure. And they close with one of the more honest conversations about identity and transition: what it actually costs to walk out of a high-performance tribe, and what helps.If this conversation is useful, the best way to support our work is to subscribe and leave a rating or review. It helps us reach the people who need these discussions.

Join hosts Bill and Chris as they dissect a wild mix of movies, from obscure Australian comedies to supernatural horror, and the evolution of urban legends. This episode shifts seamlessly between humorous critique, nostalgic reflections, and deep dives into character development, all while sharing tips and resources for cinephiles. Key topics: Patreon picks and listener-driven film suggestions Analysis of "The Coca-Cola Kid" and its quirky commentary on corporate expansion Discussions on the bizarre, overly literal "Bloody Mary" urban legend adaptations Deep dives into Jodie Whittaker's nuanced performances past her Doctor Who role Review of "Project Hail Mary" and its innovative use of practical effects in space filmmaking Cultural commentary on Australian, Yugoslavian, and British cinema influences The evolution of urban legends from folklore to digital creepypasta and their impact on youth culture Critiques of audience expectations versus filmmakers' artistic choices

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