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In Season 2 Episode 39 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lynda Apostol, known for her work as @themontessoriteacher, all about making the decision to Montessori Homeschool! In this episode, we dove into a wide variety of ideas to consider when choosing schooling options for your child. We discussed:Why more and more parents are choosing to homeschoolSocializationYour role as their prepared adultLearning spacesAnd more!Lynda's Resources: Website: www.themontessoriteacher.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themontessoriteacher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themontessoriteacher/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndaapostolAny other resources or programs you'd like me to share: The Montessori Homeschool Academy  https://www.themontessoriteacher.com/courses/montessorihomeschoolacademyClarity Before Curriculum - A Masterclass for Montessori Homeschool Beginnershttps://www.themontessoriteacher.com/courses/ClarityMontessori Babies Resources:

Finally circling back for the back half of our previous discussion! As caregivers and/or educators, we all deal with young children who have big feelings and lots of emotions! It is a topic discussed a lot on social media, we see it everywhere today, and it can be overwhelming navigating the new science and guidance on this topic- especially if you are in the thick of it and experiencing some big emotions of your own! Luckily, the Montessori philosophy supports the education of the WHOLE child, and this includes emotional regulation! We are going to dive into that today, and this episode is the first part of a two part episode that covers all the ways the Montessori philosophy prioritizes and empowers emotional regulation.

You can have all the Montessori knowledge. The shelf. The printables. The golden beads. But if you skip this one skill? Your homeschool won't thrive. In this episode, Aubrey and David reveal the most essential—and most overlooked—skill in Montessori homeschooling: observation. Not lesson planning. Not curriculum shopping. Observation.You'll learn why focusing on how to teach matters more than what to teach. When you observe first and teach second, your homeschool shifts from chaos to clarity. You stop second-guessing. Your child feels seen. And every lesson lands exactly when they're ready for it.This is part 3 in our series on The Montessori Homeschool Blueprint.

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast is a reader-supported publication (and my full-time job). To receive new posts and to support independent ski journalism, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.WhoChris Cushing, Principal of Mountain Planning at SE GroupRecorded onApril 3, 2025About SE GroupFrom the company's website:WE AREMountain planners, landscape architects, environmental analysts, and community and recreation planners. From master planning to conceptual design and permitting, we are your trusted partner in creating exceptional experiences and places.WE BELIEVEThat human and ecological wellbeing forms the foundation for thriving communities.WE EXISTTo enrich people's lives through the power of outdoor recreation.If that doesn't mean anything to you, then this will:Why I interviewed himNature versus nurture: God throws together the recipe, we bake the casserole. A way to explain humans. Sure he's six foot nine, but his mom dropped him into the intensive knitting program at Montessori school 232, so he can't play basketball for s**t. Or identical twins, separated at birth. One grows up as Sir Rutherford Ignacious Beaumont XIV and invents time travel. The other grows up as Buford and is the number seven at Okey-Doke's Quick Oil Change & Cannabis Emporium. The guts matter a lot, but so does the food.This is true of ski areas as well. An earthquake here, a glacier there, maybe a volcanic eruption, and, presto: a non-flat part of the earth on which we may potentially ski. The rest is up to us.It helps if nature was thoughtful enough to add slopes of varying but consistent pitch, a suitable rise from top to bottom, a consistent supply of snow, a flat area at the base, and some sort of natural conduit through which to move people and vehicles. But none of that is strictly necessary. Us humans (nurture), can punch green trails across solid-black fall lines (Jackson Hole), bulldoze a bigger hill (Caberfae), create snow where the clouds decline to (Wintergreen, 2022-23), plant the resort base at the summit (Blue Knob), or send skiers by boat (Eaglecrest).Someone makes all that happen. In North America, that someone is often SE Group, or their competitor, Ecosign. SE Group helps ski areas evolve into even better ski areas. That means helping to plan terrain expansions, lift replacements, snowmaking upgrades, transit connections, parking enhancements, and whatever built environment is under the ski area's control. SE Group is often the machine behind those Forest Service ski area master development plans that I so often spotlight. For example, Vail Mountain:When I talk about Alta consolidating seven slow lifts into four fast lifts; or Little Switzerland carving their mini-kingdom into beginner, parkbrah, and racer domains; or Mount Bachelor boosting its power supply to run more efficiently, this is the sort of thing that SE plots out (I'm not certain if they were involved in any or all of those projects).Analyzing this deliberate crafting of a natural bump into a human playground is the core of what The Storm is. I love, skiing, sure, but specifically lift-served skiing. I'm sure it's great to commune with the raccoons or whatever it is you people do when you discuss “skinning” and “AT setups.” But nature left a few things out. Such as: ski patrol, evacuation sleds, avalanche control, toilet paper, water fountains, firepits, and a place to charge my phone. Oh and chairlifts. And directional signs with trail ratings. And a snack bar.Skiing is torn between competing and contradictory narratives: the misanthropic, which hates crowds and most skiers not deemed sufficiently hardcore; the naturalistic, which mistakes ski resorts with the bucolic experience that is only possible in the backcountry; the preservationist, with its museum-ish aspirations to glasswall the obsolete; the hyperactive, insisting on all fast lifts and groomed runs; the fatalists, who assume inevitable death-of-concept in a warming world.None of these quite gets it. Ski areas are centers of joy and memory and bonhomie and possibility. But they are also (mostly), businesses. They are also parks, designed to appeal to as many skiers as possible. They are centers of organized risk, softened to minimize catastrophic outcomes. They must enlist machine aid to complement natural snowfall and move skiers up those meddlesome but necessary hills. Ski areas are nature, softened and smoothed and labelled by their civilized stewards, until the land is not exactly a representation of either man or God, but a strange and wonderful hybrid of both.What we talked aboutOld-school Cottonwoods vibe; “the Ikon Pass has just changed the industry so dramatically”; how to become a mountain planner for a living; what the mountain-planning vocation looked like in the mid-1980s; the detachable lift arrives; how to consolidate lifts without sacrificing skier experience; when is a lift not OK?; a surface lift resurgence?; how sanctioned glades changed ski areas; the evolution of terrain parks away from mega-features; the importance of terrain parks to small ski areas; reworking trails to reduce skier collisions; the curse of the traverse; making Jackson more approachable; on terrain balance; how megapasses are redistributing skier visits; how to expand a ski area without making traffic worse; ski areas that could evolve into major destinations; and ski area as public park or piece of art.What I got wrong* I blanked on the name of the famous double chair at A-Basin. It is Pallavicini.* I called Crystal Mountain's two-seater served terrain “North Country or whatever” – it is actually called “Northway.”* I said that Deer Valley would become the fourth- or fifth-largest ski resort in the nation once its expansion was finished. It will become the sixth-largest, at 4,926 acres, when the next expansion phase opens for winter 2025-26, and will become the fourth-largest, at 5,726 acres, at full build out.* I estimated Kendall Mountain's current lift-served ski footprint at 200 vertical feet; it is 240 feet.Why now was a good time for this interviewWe have a tendency, particularly in outdoor circles, to lionize the natural and shame the human. Development policy in the United States leans heavily toward “don't,” even in areas already designated for intensive recreation. We mustn't, plea activists: expand the Palisades Tahoe base village; build a gondola up Little Cottonwood Canyon; expand ski terrain contiguous with already-existing ski terrain at Grand Targhee.I understand these impulses, but I believe they are misguided. Intensive but thoughtful, human-scaled development directly within and adjacent to already-disturbed lands is the best way to limit the larger-scale, long-term manmade footprint that chews up vast natural tracts. That is: build 1,000 beds in what is now a bleak parking lot at Palisades Tahoe, and you limit the need for homes to be carved out of surrounding forests, and for hundreds of cars to daytrip into the ski area. Done right, you even create a walkable community of the sort that America conspicuously lacks.To push back against, and gradually change, the Culture of No fueling America's mountain town livability crises, we need exhibits of these sorts of projects actually working. More Whistlers (built from scratch in the 1980s to balance tourism and community) and fewer Aspens (grandfathered into ski town status with a classic street and building grid, but compromised by profiteers before we knew any better). This is the sort of work SE is doing: how do we build a better interface between civilization and nature, so that the former complements, rather than spoils, the latter?All of which is a little tangential to this particular podcast conversation, which focuses mostly on the ski areas themselves. But America's ski centers, established largely in the middle of the last century, are aging with the towns around them. Just about everything, from lifts to lodges to roads to pipes, has reached replacement age. Replacement is a burden, but also an opportunity to create a better version of something. Our ski areas will not only have faster lifts and newer snowguns – they will have fewer lifts and fewer guns that carry more people and make more snow, just as our built footprint, thoughtfully designed, can provide more homes for more people on less space and deliver more skiers with fewer vehicles.In a way, this podcast is almost a canonical Storm conversation. It should, perhaps, have been episode one, as every conversation since has dealt with some version of this question: how do humans sculpt a little piece of nature into a snowy park that we visit for fun? That is not an easy or obvious question to answer, which is why SE Group exists. Much as I admire our rough-and-tumble Dave McCoy-type founders, that improvisational style is trickier to execute in our highly regulated, activist present.And so we rely on artist-architects of the SE sort, who inject the natural with the human without draining what is essential from either. Done well, this crafted experience feels wild. Done poorly – as so much of our legacy built environment has been – and you generate resistance to future development, even if that future development is better. But no one falls in love with a blueprint. Experiencing a ski area as whatever it is you think a ski area should be is something you have to feel. And though there is a sort of magic animating places like Alta and Taos and Mammoth and Mad River Glen and Mount Bohemia, some ineffable thing that bleeds from the earth, these ski areas are also outcomes of a human-driven process, a determination to craft the best version of skiing that could exist for mass human consumption on that shred of the planet.Podcast NotesOn MittersillMittersill, now part of Cannon Mountain, was once a separate ski area. It petered out in the mid-‘80s, then became a sort of Cannon backcountry zone circa 2009. The Mittersill double arrived in 2010, followed by a T-bar in 2016.On chairlift consolidationI mention several ski areas that replaced a bunch of lifts with fewer lifts:The HighlandsIn 2023, Boyne-owned The Highlands wiped out three ancient Riblet triples and replaced them with this glorious bubble six-pack:Here's a before-and-after:Vernon Valley-Great Gorge/Mountain CreekI've called Intrawest's transformation of Vernon Valley-Great Gorge into Mountain Creek “perhaps the largest single-season overhaul of a ski area in the history of lift-served skiing.” Maybe someone can prove me wrong, but just look at this place circa 1989:It looked substantively the same in 1998, when, in a single summer, Intrawest tore out 18 lifts – 15 double chairs, two platters, and a T-bar, plus God knows how many ropetows – and replaced them with two high-speed quads, two fixed-grip quads, and a bucket-style Cabriolet lift that every normal ski area uses as a parking lot transit machine:I discussed this incredible transformation with current Hermitage Club GM Bill Benneyan, who worked at Mountain Creek in 1998, back in 2020:I misspoke on the podcast, saying that Intrawest had pulled out “something like a dozen lifts” and replaced them with “three or four” in 1998.KimberleyBack in the time before social media, Kimberley, British Columbia ran four frontside chairlifts: a high-speed quad, a triple, a double, and a T-bar:Beginning in 2001, the ski area slowly removed everything except the quad. Which was fine until an arsonist set fire to Kimberley's North Star Express in 2021, meaning skiers had no lift-served option to the backside terrain:I discussed this whole strange sequence of events with Andy Cohen, longtime GM of sister resort Fernie, on the podcast last year:On Revelstoke's original masterplanIt is astonishing that Revelstoke serves 3,121 acres with just five lifts: a gondola, two high-speed quads, a fixed quad, and a carpet. Most Midwest ski areas spin three times more lifts for three percent of the terrain.On Priest Creek and Sundown at SteamboatSteamboat, like many ski areas, once ran two parallel fixed-grip lifts on substantively the same line, with the Priest Creek double and the Sundown triple. The Sundown Express quad arrived in 1992, but Steamboat left Priest Creek standing for occasional overflow until 2021. Here's Steamboat circa 1990:Priest Creek is gone, but that entire 1990 lift footprint is nearly unrecognizable. Huge as Steamboat is, every arriving skier squeezes in through a single portal. One of Alterra's first priorities was to completely re-imagine the base area: sliding the existing gondola looker's right; installing an additional 10-person, two-stage gondola right beside it; and moving the carpets and learning center to mid-mountain:On upgrades at A-BasinWe discuss several upgrades at A-Basin, including Lenawee, Beavers, and Pallavicini. Here's the trailmap for context:On moguls on Kachina Peak at TaosYeah I'd say this lift draws some traffic:On the T-bar at Waterville ValleyWaterville Valley opened in 1966. Fifty-two years later, mountain officials finally acknowledged that chairlifts do not work on the mountain's top 400 vertical feet. All it took was a forced 1,585-foot shortening of the resort's base-to-summit high-speed quad just eight years after its 1988 installation and the legacy double chair's continued challenges in wind to say, “yeah maybe we'll just spend 90 percent less to install a lift that's actually appropriate for this terrain.” That was the High Country T-bar, which arrived in 2018. It is insane to look at ‘90s maps of Waterville pre- and post-chop job:On Hyland Hills, MinnesotaWhat an insanely amazing place this is:On Sunrise ParkFrom 1983 to 2017, Sunrise Park, Arizona was home to the most amazing triple chair, a 7,982-foot-long Yan with 352 carriers. Cyclone, as it was known, fell apart at some point and the resort neglected to fix or replace it. A couple of years ago, they re-opened the terrain to lift-served skiing with a low-cost alternative: stringing a ropetow from a green run off the Geronimo lift to where Cyclone used to land.On Woodward Park City and BorealPowdr has really differentiated itself with its Woodward terrain parks, which exist at amazing scale at Copper and Bachelor. The company has essentially turned two of its smaller ski areas – Boreal and Woodward Park City – entirely over to terrain parks.On Killington's tunnelsYou have to zoom in, but you can see them on the looker's right side of the trailmap: Bunny Buster at Great Northern, Great Bear at Great Northern, and Chute at Great Northern.On Jackson Hole traversesJackson is steep. Engineers hacked it so kids like mine could ride there:On expansions at Beaver Creek, Keystone, AspenRecent Colorado expansions have tended to create vast zones tailored to certain levels of skiers:Beaver Creek's McCoy Park is an incredible top-of-the-mountain green zone:Keystone's Bergman Bowl planted a high-speed six-pack to serve 550 acres of high-altitude intermediate terrain:And Aspen – already one of the most challenging mountains in the country – added Hero's – a fierce black-diamond zone off the summit:On Wilbere at SnowbirdWilbere is an example of a chairlift that kept the same name, even as Snowbird upgraded it from a double to a quad and significantly moved the load station and line:On ski terrain growth in AmericaYes, a bunch of ski areas have disappeared since the 1980s, but the raw amount of ski terrain has been increasing steadily over the decades:On White Pine, WyomingCushing referred to White Pine as a “dinky little ski area” with lots of potential. Here's a look at the thousand-footer, which billionaire Joe Ricketts purchased last year:On Deer Valley's expansionYeah, Deer Valley is blowing up:On Schweitzer's growthSchweitzer's transformation has been dramatic: in 1988, the Idaho panhandle resort occupied a large footprint that was served mostly by double chairs:Today: a modern ski area, with four detach quads, a sixer, and two newer triples – only one old chairlift remains:On BC transformationsA number of British Columbia ski areas have transformed from nubbins to majors over the past 30 years:Sun Peaks, then known as Tod Mountain, in 1993Sun Peaks today:Fernie in 1996, pre-upward expansion:Fernie today:Revelstoke, then known as Mount Mackenzie, in 1996:Modern Revy:Kicking Horse, then known as “Whitetooth” in 1994:Kicking Horse today:On Tamarack's expansion potentialTamarack sits mostly on Idaho state land, and would like to expand onto adjacent U.S. Forest Service land. Resort President Scott Turlington discussed these plans in depth with me on the pod a few years back:The mountain's plans have changed since, with a smaller lift footprint:On Central Park as a manmade placeNew York City's fabulous Central Park is another chunk of earth that may strike a visitor as natural, but is in fact a manmade work of art crafted from the wilderness. Per the Central Park Conservancy, which, via a public-private partnership with the city, provides the majority of funds, labor, and logistical support to maintain the sprawling complex:A popular misconception about Central Park is that its 843 acres are the last remaining natural land in Manhattan. While it is a green sanctuary inside a dense, hectic metropolis, this urban park is entirely human-made. It may look like it's naturally occurring, but the flora, landforms, water, and other features of Central Park have not always existed.Every acre of the Park was meticulously designed and built as part of a larger composition—one that its designers conceived as a "single work of art." Together, they created the Park through the practice that would come to be known as "landscape architecture."The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

"Il y a une sorte de naissance différée quand on est un bébé hospitalisé… il faut une force de conviction très forte du monde pour les convaincre que ça va valoir le coup de vivre."Qu'est-ce que les nouveau-nés en néonatologie ont à nous dire ? Que deviennent ces premiers jours arrachés à la normalité, quand la vie commence dans l'univers brut et suspendu de la néonatologie ?Dans cet épisode, mon invitée Clémentine Goldszal nous plonge dans la vie des bébés hospitalisés, souvent oubliés de nos récits culturels.Clémentine est journaliste et critique littéraire, autrice du livre "Premiers cris". Elle s'est immergée pendant six mois dans le service de néonatologie de l'hôpital Necker à Paris. À travers son regard et sa plume, elle questionne l'invisibilisation systématique des nouveau-nés dans la société et les médias, et explique les enjeux éthiques, psychiques, mais aussi organisationnels du soin néonatal en France.Nous abordons :1️⃣ Le quotidien en réanimation néonatale2️⃣ L'enjeu de la douleur chez le bébé : comment est-elle reconnue et soulagée ?3️⃣ La place des parents auprès des tout-petits à l'hôpital et l'importance accordée au lien4️⃣ Les dilemmes éthiques, la charge émotionnelle des soignants et les conséquences d'une institution sous pression5️⃣ Ce que deviennent ces « adultes de demain » qui ont connu l'extrême prématurité ou l'hospitalisation à la naissanceAu programme :(00:00) Genèse du projet(02:01) Devenir mère et questionner le "récit impossible" de la naissance(05:38) Le silence autour de la mortalité néonatale en France(07:03) Pourquoi les nouveaux-nés sont-ils invisibles dans la culture ?(10:00) Comprendre la communication non verbale des bébés(11:48) Un quotidien hors-normes en néonatologie(14:11) Le choc psychique pour les familles et le vécu des parents(17:09) La question de la douleur chez le nouveau-né(20:18) Place des parents auprès de leur bébé à l'hôpital et retour à la maison(27:20) Système hospitalier sous tension et souffrance des soignantsRessources de l'épisode :Livre : "Premiers cris", Clémentine Goldszal, Éditions du SeuilInstagram @clementine.goldszalLivre "4.1", A.Cortez et S.Leurquin, Éditions Buchet-ChastelUn épisode essentiel pour mieux comprendre ce que vivent les tout-petits dans la plus grande des vulnérabilités, ouvrir les yeux sur l'invisibilisation de leur expérience et questionner, à travers eux, notre rapport collectif à l'accompagnement du tout début de la vie.

“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?” Matthew 7:3-5    "Every useless help is an obstacle to the child's development." Maria Montessori    Submit a Podcast Listener Question HERE!    Pilar joins us back on the podcast to explore way that adults unintentionally can become obstacles in a child's development, what this does to a child, and how we can avoid offering useless help.   Pilar Bewley is an AMI-certified guide for Primary and Elementary levels and a Positive Discipline facilitator. After spending over a decade teaching in Montessori classrooms, Pilar began homeschooling her children in 2019.  Her passion for making Montessori education accessible inspired her to create Mainly Montessori, where she mentors parents who choose to homeschool using Montessori principles. Connect with Pilar on Instagram at @mainly.montessori.homeschool or visit her website at www.mainlymontessori.com.    Episodes to help you further explore Freedom and Discipline:  Episode 30 – Freedom and Discipline with Claire Paglia  Episode 133 – Freedom and Responsibility with Sr Mary Teresita  Episode 134 – Freedom and Responsibility for the First Plane Child  Episode 135 – Freedom and Responsibility for the Second Plane Child  Episode 139 – What to Try When it Seems to be Failing? With Cathy Johanni  Episode 141 – Normalization with Claire Paglia and Sr Maria Teresita      Purchase the book Discovery of the Child to learn more.       BECOME AN ORGANIZATION MEMBER!  Organization Members are any entity (church/parish, school, regional group, diocese, etc.) that either offers CGS and/or supports those who serve the children as catechists, aides, or formation leaders) Organization Members also receive the following each month:  Bulletin Items - 4 bulletin articles for each month. We have a library of 4 years of bulletin items available on the CGSUSA Website.  Catechist In-Services to download TODAY and offer your catechists. We have six in-services available on the website.  Assistant Formation - prayer service, agenda, talking points, and handouts.  Seed Planting Workshop - prayer service, agenda, and talking points.  Family Events: downloadable, 1/2 day events for Advent, Christmas/Epiphany, and Lent.  Catechist Prayers and prayer services  and so much more!  Click Here to create your Organizational Membership!      AUDIOBOOK:    Audiobook – Now Available on Audible  CGSUSA is excited to offer you the audio version of The Religious Potential of the Child – 3rd Edition by Sofia Cavalletti, read by Rebekah Rojcewicz!  The Religious Potential of the Child is not a “how-to” book, complete with lesson plans and material ideas. Instead it offers a glimpse into the religious life of the atrium, a specially prepared place for children to live out their silent request: “Help me come closer to God by myself.” Here we can see the child's spiritual capabilities and perhaps even find in our own souls the child long burdened with religious information. This book serves as a companion to the second volume, The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Years Old. The desire to have this essential text available in audio has been a long-held goal for many. The work of many hands has combined to bring this release to life as an audiobook.    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

« Je crois que ce qu'on ne regarde pas, on le soigne mal. »La France est parmi les pires pays d'Europe en terrme de mortalité néonatale, avec une mortalité infantile en hausse depuis 2011. En France, un enfant sur 250 meurt avant son premier anniversaire*. Pourquoi nos premiers jours de vie sont-ils si mal considérés ?Et si l'une des raisons reposait dans la pénurie des soignants, qui manquent cruellement de reconnaissance et de considération en France ?Dans cet extrait, Clémentine Goldszal, journaliste et autrice de "Premier cri" (Éditions du Seuil), partage son immersion au sein du service de néonatologie de l'hôpital Necker. Elle revient sur la réalité préoccupante du quotidien des soignants en néonatologie, en évoquant la tension permanente causée par la pénurie de personnel, la surcharge de travail et le manque criant de moyens dans les hôpitaux publics français.Clémentine met en lumière la double peine que vivent ces professionnels essentiels : non seulement ils sont maltraités par l'institution, mais aussi ignorés par le monde extérieur, alors même qu'ils exercent un métier difficile, crucial pour les nouveau-nés et leurs familles. Elle dénonce le manque de reconnaissance accordée à leur engagement et partage des situations concrètes où les soignants, poussés à bout, se retrouvent parfois contraints de quitter leur vocation.À travers son témoignage, c'est la question du soin, du collectif et de la dignité au sein de notre système hospitalier qui est posée.L'épisode intégral est à retrouver sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes de podcast le 22/05/2025.*Source : INSEE

Episode #351 // I came across a great quote recently, thanks to one of the leaders in our inner circle, Natasha Read. It was a quote from Maria Montessori, who devised the Montessori method of teaching.The method focuses on the development of a child's inherent initiative and ability, allowing them to develop at their own pace. It emphasises growth through independence and experimentation. The quote is a blinder… “Everything you do for me, you take from me!” It hit me like a pie in the face: I immediately thought of the principle of working at level, which is a critical part of the No Bullsh!t Leadership framework.There are lots of good reasons to not over function for the people you lead, and this might just be the most compelling of those reasons. When you do your people's work, you're not saving them…you're stunting their growth. In this episode, I'm going to go into the working at level principles in the sort of depth that I normally reserve for our Leadership Beyond the Theory cohorts. I've also put together a great PDF resource to accompany this episode, 5 Rules for Leading Without Over-Functioning: A Leader's Guide to Working at the Right Level which you can download here https://www.yourceomentor.com/episode351. Enjoy! ————————

"Pour pouvoir exercer sa liberté, un enfant doit savoir où sont les limites. La sécurité intérieure naît d'un cadre extérieur cohérent".Que signifie concrètement poser des règles et un cadre à la maison, à la lumière de la pédagogie Montessori ? Cet épisode vous invite à repenser l'équilibre entre liberté et limites, loin des idées reçues.Nous retrouvons Sylvie d'Esclaibes, fondatrice d'écoles Montessori et spécialiste de l'éducation depuis plus de 30 ans.Dans cet épisode, elle déconstruit les stéréotypes sur la pédagogie Montessori, parfois caricaturée comme trop laxiste, et explique pourquoi le cadre est indispensable au développement de l'enfant.Elle aborde des principes clés tels que :✅ Les grands piliers du cadre Montessori à la maison✅ La nécessaire cohérence entre adultes✅ La distinction entre règles négociables et non négociables✅ Des exemples concrets sur le coucher, les repas ou l'autonomie vestimentaire pour intégrer ces principes facilement chez vousAu programme :⇒ Déconstruire les idées reçues⇒ La notion de « liberté dans un cadre » expliquée par Maria Montessori⇒ Les trois piliers d'un cadre Montessori : adulte préparé, environnement structuré, règles adaptées⇒ Adapter la maison : aménagements pratiques pour l'autonomie⇒ La place des règles : cohérence, négociation, ce qui est essentiel ou non-négociable⇒ Gérer les routines et enjeux quotidiens⇒ Comment formuler les règles : positives, claires, constantes⇒ Accompagner les émotions de l'enfant tout en maintenant le cadre⇒ Outils pratiques : tableaux de routines, coin calme, règles illustréesCet épisode nous montre comment instaurer un cadre clair, juste et rassurant à la maison pour permettre à vos enfants de s'épanouir, tout en gardant une posture d'adulte alignée, bienveillante et cohérente ; parce que poser des limites, c'est offrir un repère qui construit l'autodiscipline et la liberté intérieure de l'enfant.

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Montessori Moms in the Wild, host Rachel welcomes seasoned educator and Montessori coach, Lynda, to discuss various aspects of Montessori homeschooling. With a background in infant and toddler education, Rachel shares her own homeschooling experiences and reveals how Lynda's program has significantly contributed to her success. Lynda elaborates on the recent changes to her Montessori teacher program, including the introduction of the Montessori Homeschool Bootcamp and the Mastery Program aimed at providing structured, personalized guidance for homeschooling parents. They discuss the importance of systems and support in homeschooling, and reflect on the personal challenges and rewards of implementing Montessori education at home. The episode wraps up with valuable insights on how Montessori should challenge conventional educational practices and encourage lifelong learning.Check out Lynda's website here!00:00 Introduction to Coffee Talk with Montessori Moms00:25 Meet Rachel and Lynda01:40 Rachel's Montessori Homeschooling Journey03:12 Lynda's Montessori Programs and Services10:14 Balancing Homeschooling and Work12:56 The Long-Term Benefits of Montessori Education19:33 Favorite Montessori Teaching Areas23:54 Final Thoughts and Announcements

La routine du matin est souvent un moment compliqué à gérer avec un enfant, et encore plus quand on en a plusieurs ! Et les conseils qu'on nous donne sont souvent pleins de bonnes intentions : tu devrais te lever plus tôt (bien sûr, déjà que je manque de sommeil), tout préparer la veille (ben oui, c'est vrai qu'à 22h, après une journée épuisante, je meurs d'envie d'aller mettre la table du petit déjeuner) ou commencer par prendre du temps pour soi avant de réveiller les enfants (évidemment, je n'ai qu'à me réveiller à 5h pour méditer, avec ça je serai en pleine forme…)Rassurez-vous, je suis moi-même maman de 5 enfants et je sais ce que c'est. Les conseils et astuces que je voudrais partager avec vous aujourd'hui sont donc beaucoup plus réalistes que ça ! Alors, découvrez avec moi 3 étapes pour reprendre en main votre routine du matin, sans vous épuiser et dans la bonne humeur.Ludocatix Time Timer Appli Visual Timer sur Android et sur l'App Store Lot de sabliers de couleurFormation Aménager sa maison MontessoriFormation Vie Pratique MontessoriAccompagnement à la Parentalité et à l'IEF MontessoriLe site des MontessouricettesLien pour me laisser un petit message audio avec votre question ou votre suggestion de thème (j'inclurai votre message dans un prochain épisode !)Notre communauté gratuiteCatalogue des formations des MontessouricettesVous pouvez nous envoyer vos retours, suggestions et commentaires ici :

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything “right” with Montessori - buying the materials, setting up the shelves, giving lessons - yet it still doesn't seem to work?In this episode of Montessori Power Hour, Aubrey and David reveal the number one reason parents get stuck when trying Montessori at home. Spoiler: It's not about your effort. It's about missing the method!Plus, we celebrate Earth Day with Mr. Bunny, sharing fun, Montessori-aligned nature activities your child will love.

"Ça me fait mal d'imaginer la souffrance dans les yeux de mon fils en comprenant que son père qui est censé prendre soin de lui est en train de lui infliger une une violence insupportable."Dans cet épisode bouleversant, je donne la parole à Aude Lafitte, fondatrice de l'association AVI, dont le combat est né du drame inouï du décès de son fils Timothée, victime du syndrome du bébé secoué.Comment la société française minimise-t-elle une violence aussi extrême et invisible ? Aude est aujourd'hui l'une des principales voix en France pour la lutte contre les violences faites aux enfants, en particulier les 0-3 ans. Elle a fondé l'association AVI (Action contre les Violences Infantiles) et témoigne pour sensibiliser le grand public, les institutions et les familles sur l'urgence de reconnaître, prévenir et sanctionner ces violences trop longtemps tues. Son histoire et son engagement sont également portés à l'écran dans le documentaire "Bébé secoué, la violence inavouable".Dans cet épisode, vous comprendrez les ressorts invisibles du syndrome du bébé secoué : qui sont les auteurs de cette violence, quelles sont les fausses croyances entretenues par notre culture autour des pleurs du bébé, et pourquoi la justice reste aussi clémente ?On aborde :❇️ Pourquoi les pleurs d'un bébé ne peuvent jamais justifier de la violence❇️ Le manque de protection et de vigilance collective concernant les moins de 3 ans❇️ Les ressorts de la domination adulte-enfant dans notre société❇️ Comment accompagner les parents et leur permettre de sortir de la solitude et de la culpabilitéAu programme :(00:03) Le drame : l'annonce, la sidération, l'incompréhension(08:19) Syndrome du bébé secoué : diagnostic, méconnaissance et stéréotypes(10:39) La réalité statistique(14:12) Les conséquences médicales et les fausses croyances sur les pleurs(18:11) Profils des auteurs et violence ordinaire(21:13) Le déni social et la minimisation judiciaire de ces violences(24:29) Déconstruire la supériorité de l'adulte sur l'enfant(27:05) La justice : empathie pour l'auteur, invisibilisation de la victime(33:00) Les enjeux de l'égalité parentale(38:08) Les conséquences collectives des violences infantilesRessources de l'épisode :Site de l'Association AVIInstagram : @association.aviDocumentaire : "Bébé secoué, la violence inavouable"Un épisode essentiel pour la protection des enfants, la prévention des violences précoces et la place de l'enfant dans notre société.

Ecoutez Le 2ème œil d'Alex Vizorek du 15 mai 2025.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ecoutez Le 2ème œil d'Alex Vizorek du 15 mai 2025.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ecoutez Le 2ème œil d'Alex Vizorek du 15 mai 2025.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

70% des auteurs d'un bébé secoué sont des pères. Dans cet extrait, Aude Lafitte, fondatrice de l'association AVI engagée contre les violences faites aux enfants de 0 à 3 ans, nous explique comment l'implication des pères dans la parentalité est encore trop limitée, malgré les évolutions récentes du congé paternité.Elle souligne l'importance d'intégrer les pères dès la grossesse pour construire un lien d'attachement protecteur. Elle aborde également comment certains pères peuvent mal ressentir les bouleversements liés à l'arrivée d'un enfant et pourquoi il est crucial de leur donner des espaces d'échange et de parole, afin de prévenir des dérives violentes.À travers ce dialogue, Aude met en lumière le travail de son association pour décloisonner la parentalité et construire une société plus égalitaire, empathique et protectrice des tout-petits.L'épisode intégral est à retrouver sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes de podcast le 15/05/2025.

In this conversation, Phil Brown and Ken Weisner explore the significance of play in learning and personal development. Ken shares his journey into the world of play, highlighting key moments that shaped his understanding of its importance. They discuss the barriers adults face in engaging with play, the marketing challenges within the industry, and the profound impact play can have on team dynamics and personal growth. Ken emphasizes the essential qualities of a facilitator in creating a playful environment, underscoring the need for energy and passion in facilitating play. In this conversation, Ken Weisner shares insights on the importance of play in education and personal development. He emphasizes the need for a playful mindset, engaging activities, and the power of empathy in connecting with participants. Ken discusses his favorite activities that foster connection and learning, and he reflects on his journey towards writing a book about the significance of play.   Play is essential for learning and personal growth. Experiences in Montessori education can reshape perspectives on learning. Adults often fear looking silly, which hinders their ability to play. Creating a safe environment is crucial for adult play. Marketing play effectively can change perceptions of its value. Fun experiences can lead to significant personal insights. Team bonding through play can enhance relationships and performance. Facilitators must exude energy and passion to engage participants. Reflection can occur without verbal reporting; internalization is key. Play can break down barriers and foster connections among diverse groups. You have to have a child's mind. Learn more about Ken - https://www.beachplaycompany.com/ Ask me a question - podcast@high5adventure.org Support the podcast - verticalplaypen.org Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com

We are delighted to have Didi Aurelia as our guest today. Didi is an educator, psychologist, speaker, and the author of 100 Days to a More Aware You.  Having spoken recently at the World Economic Forum about the role of AI in supporting conscious decision-making, Didi is the ideal person for business owners and those seeking to integrate more mindful decision-making processes into their practices to consult with.  Stay tuned for Didi's thought-provoking insights on using AI to enhance awareness and support intentional choices. Bio: Didi Aurelia: Author of ‘100 Days to a More Aware You' Didi is a psychologist, educator, speaker, and former finance executive. She has charted a dynamic path from leading finance teams across Europe to founding a Montessori school that champions conscious parenting and personal transformation.  Armed with dual credentials in psychology and management accounting (ACMA), Didi brings a rare blend of corporate strategy, emotional intelligence, and deep personal insight to her work. Through her platform More Aware You, she now speaks, consults, and creates experiences supporting individuals and organizations navigating change gracefully and stepping into purposeful leadership.  Didi believes that awareness is the most powerful tool we have in a fast-evolving world. Whether she's guiding someone through a personal turning point or exploring how AI can support collective well-being, she is rooted in one mission: to help others ask Why not me?, and move forward with courage. Connect with Eric Rozenberg On LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Listen to The Business of Meetings podcast Subscribe to The Business of Meetings newsletter Connect with Didi Aurelia On LinkedIn More Aware You Website  

On this episode of The Tea Podcast, we're talking with Dillon & Chrystal Quebedeaux, owners of the coming soon Little Light of Mine Montessori Academy, a pre-primary school serving ages 1-5, in Scott, Louisiana.To join the waiting list, click here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH9gobyg_IVTFnB4Q-IaCDMe95WgqZvP6oy_6X8F-YY_IXpg/viewform.⸻

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the founders of Activity Connection as our guests.   Today, Activity Connection supports thousands of activity directors and eldercare staff with a comprehensive library of digital tools, including monthly calendars, cognitive fitness resources, multicultural content, sensory stimulation programs and customizable printables. The platform continues to innovate while staying true to the Ewalds' founding mission: to empower caregivers and bring joy, dignity and connection to the lives of older adults.    About Nancy Ewald:   Nancy Ewald holds a Bachelor of Science in medical technology and a Master of Science in allied health education. Her early “activities” involved teaching microbiology and working with test tubes, pipettes and Bunsen burners. However, while taking time off to raise three children and care for two ailing seniors, Nancy discovered her true passion and made a midlife career change. She returned to the workforce as an assistant activity director for a full-service senior community.   Her innovative programming quickly gained recognition, leading her to author six manuals for national providers and eventually serve as a national director overseeing training and program development for 170 communities across all levels of care. Motivated to solve the everyday challenges she had seen firsthand, Nancy left the corporate world and devoted herself to expanding Activity Connection into the robust platform it is today. She now lives in Winter Garden, Florida, where she enjoys spending time in her garden—her personal escape and creative inspiration.    About Doug Ewald:   Doug Ewald, a graduate of Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts in studio arts and art history, spent nearly a decade in retail business management within the popular media arts industry. A lifelong enthusiast of computers and digital media, Doug recognized early on the internet's potential to transform how information and resources could be accessed and shared. In 1999, he built the first iteration of the Activity Connection website. Since then, Doug has served as CEO, leading the company's growth into a trusted, widely used digital platform that now benefits more than 1.5 million seniors each month. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and two children.   About Bob Ewald:   Bob Ewald joined Activity Connection part-time in 2003. After retiring a few years later from the corporate world, he stepped into the role of full-time chief financial officer. A graduate of Indiana University with a degree in accounting (Bob, Doug and Nancy are all proud Hoosier alumni), Bob worked as a certified public accountant in the insurance industry for 36 years.    He welcomed the shift from large corporations to small business life, knowing his work was making a direct difference. Bob is an avid history buff and enjoys chasing his grandchildren around the playground.   About Activity Connection:   Activity Connection is a trusted leader in life enrichment programming, serving nearly 20,000 senior living communities. Each month, the platform delivers over 400 original, high-quality resources across nearly 40 categories—including themed activities, crafts, games, trivia, reminiscence programs, Montessori-based engagement, lifelong learning, virtual travel experiences, holiday celebrations, and more. While many programs are designed for broad community engagement, versions of select activities are specially created for those in memory care. These thoughtfully developed resources help promote connection and purpose for residents at varying ability levels.   Many also encourage intergenerational engagement, providing meaningful opportunities for families and volunteers to participate. All content aligns with person-centered care standards and complies with state regulations—empowering activity professionals and caregivers with tools that are not only engaging, but deeply enriching for our aging loved ones.   Connect with Activity Connection: Official Website:  https://activityconnection.com

« Un parent parfait, ce n'est pas un parent qui répond toujours aux besoins immédiats. C'est un parent qui répond suffisamment bien. »Quel est le véritable impact des adultes sur la personnalité et le développement émotionnel des enfants ? En quoi la sécurité affective et le lien d'attachement forgent-ils des adultes épanouis demain ?Comment être un parent idéal ?Découvrez les réponses dans cet épisode passionnant où je reçois Gabrielle Douieb, psychologue clinicienne spécialiste des psychotraumatismes chez l'enfant. Elle y lève le voile sur la théorie de l'attachement, la construction de la personnalité, et le vrai rôle du parent "suffisamment bon".Au fil de l'épisode, nous décryptons ensemble :✅ La personnalité de l'enfant à travers les notions de tempérament et de caractère✅ Comment l'attachement modèle nos façons d'être, et la capacité d'un enfant à explorer le monde en toute sécurité✅ Pourquoi répondre « suffisamment » aux besoins, poser un cadre, et encourager l'autonomie, forme un équilibre favorable au bon développement de l'enfant✅ L'importance de l'erreur parentale, et la plasticité des styles d'attachement✅ Des clés pour repérer la souffrance psychique, différencier période difficile et vrai mal-être, comprendre l'impact du traumatisme et favoriser la résilienceAu programme :⇒ Qu'est-ce que la personnalité de l'enfant ? (02:17)⇒ Tempérament, inné, acquis : où commence l'influence de l'environnement ? (03:23)⇒ Les dimensions du tempérament chez l'enfant (04:27)⇒ Théorie de l'attachement : origines, définition et illustration (05:11)⇒ Jusqu'à quand a-t-on besoin d'attachement ? (08:19)⇒ Sécurité affective, exploration et autonomie : comment trouver l'équilibre ? (11:20)⇒ Les styles d'attachement et leurs conséquences (13:24)⇒ Le rôle des figures d'attachement et du « village » autour de l'enfant (19:09)⇒ Repérer les signes d'insécurité ou de souffrance chez l'enfant (21:14)⇒ Les effets des psychotraumatismes et comment accompagner l'enfant (27:33)⇒ Les clés d'une parentalité “suffisamment bonne” et l'importance de l'erreur (34:57)Cet épisode nous offre un éclairage précieux et rassurant sur ce qui fait un adulte épanoui… à commencer par l'enfant que nous avons tous été !

What if summer wasn't just time off—but time well used? In this episode of Grounded and Soaring, Marin Montessori Head of School Sam Shapiro talks with Dr. Christina Carroll, an Elementary Guide and educational researcher, about how families can rethink the summer months as a powerful opportunity for curiosity-driven learning.Drawing from years of Montessori teaching experience and her doctoral research on how teacher beliefs shape student outcomes, Christina shares practical, project-based ideas for summer—from baking and gardening to trip planning and self-reflection.This episode is ideal for any parent looking to support their child's growth this summer in a way that's joyful, intentional, and deeply engaging—without relying on worksheets or screen time.

“A tranquil mind gives life to the body” Proverbs 14:30a NAB    Submit a Podcast Listener Question HERE!    Sister Maria Teresita and Claire Paglia join us back on the podcast to continue to explore tools to help us in the atrium and in our lives establish freedom and discipline.  We explore the Montessori concept of Normalization so that we can be further equip to have true freedom and responsibility with children.   Sister Maria Teresita is a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia. She currently serves as an upper-elementary guide at St. Philip Learning Center, a Catholic Montessori homeschool enrichment program in Franklin, TN, a catechist for Levels 2 and 3 in a parish setting, and a formation leader for CGS Levels 1 and 2. Sister holds an AMI diploma at the Elementary level, a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies (Aquinas College, Nashville), and a M.A. in Montessori Education (Loyola University, Maryland). She has enjoyed nearly 20 years serving children as a classroom teacher in both conventional and Montessori settings and 14 years as a catechist of the Good Shepherd in all three atria levels. Sister began her Montessori journey as a child in a Montessori school where she developed a deep love for learning. She is a convert to the Catholic faith and delights in every opportunity to “listen to God with children.”    Claire Paglia is a child of the atrium. As an adult, she is an AMI-trained guide who has been in the primary environment for 12 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's degree in education with a concentration in Montessori from Loyola University, Maryland. She worked for a year as a course assistant for the primary training center. In 2012, she received her Level I formation and has been a catechist at her church in varying capacities since then. She enjoys spending time with her family and particularly enjoys preparing Montessori-friendly spaces at home for her three children.    Episodes to help you further explore Freedom and Discipline:  Episode 4 – Normalization with Gabriela Perez  Episode 30 – Freedom and Discipline with Claire Paglia  Episode 133 – Freedom and Responsibility with Sr Mary Teresita  Episode 134 – Freedom and Responsibility for the First Plane Child  Episode 135 – Freedom and Responsibility for the Second Plane Child        BECOME AN ORGANIZATION MEMBER!  Organization Members are any entity (church/parish, school, regional group, diocese, etc.) that either offers CGS and/or supports those who serve the children as catechists, aides, or formation leaders) Organization Members also receive the following each month:  Bulletin Items - 4 bulletin articles for each month. We have a library of 4 years of bulletin items available on the CGSUSA Website.  Catechist In-Services to download TODAY and offer your catechists. We have six in-services available on the website.  Assistant Formation - prayer service, agenda, talking points, and handouts.  Seed Planting Workshop - prayer service, agenda, and talking points.  Family Events: downloadable, 1/2 day events for Advent, Christmas/Epiphany, and Lent.  Catechist Prayers and prayer services  and so much more!  Click Here to create your Organizational Membership!      AUDIOBOOK:    Audiobook – Now Available on Audible  CGSUSA is excited to offer you the audio version of The Religious Potential of the Child – 3rd Edition by Sofia Cavalletti, read by Rebekah Rojcewicz!  The Religious Potential of the Child is not a “how-to” book, complete with lesson plans and material ideas. Instead it offers a glimpse into the religious life of the atrium, a specially prepared place for children to live out their silent request: “Help me come closer to God by myself.” Here we can see the child's spiritual capabilities and perhaps even find in our own souls the child long burdened with religious information. This book serves as a companion to the second volume, The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Years Old. The desire to have this essential text available in audio has been a long-held goal for many. The work of many hands has combined to bring this release to life as an audiobook.    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

In this special minisode, Cat honors National Teacher Appreciation Day and Mother's Day by sharing heartfelt reflections on the impact teachers and students have on our personal growth.

Dans cet extrait, Gabrielle Douieb revient sur les origines fascinantes de la théorie de l'attachement, un pilier en psychologie du développement. Elle nous emmène sur les traces de John Bowlby, psychiatre et psychanalyste anglais, qui a étudié l'impact des séparations précoces chez les enfants après la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Gabrielle explique comment Bowlby a démontré l'importance fondamentale du lien affectif pour le développement du jeune enfant, posant les bases de la théorie de l'attachement : ce besoin primaire de proximité, de protection et de réconfort auprès de figures spécifiques. Elle détaille comment les premiers liens influencent la construction des relations futures et la manière dont l'enfant explore le monde. Un passage essentiel pour comprendre pourquoi l'attachement modélise la personnalité sur le long terme.Gabrielle Douieb est docteure en psychologie et psychologue clinicienne au Centre régional des psychotraumatismes chez l'enfant. Dans l'épisode intégral elle nous éclaire sur :❇️ La différence entre tempérament et caractère❇️ Ce qui relève de l'inné ou de l'acquis❇️ Comment la théorie de l'attachement façonne la relation parent-enfant❇️ Des outils concrets et des explications claires sur la sécurité affective et les différents styles d'attachement❇️ L'importance d'être un « parent suffisamment bon » et non parfait, la gestion des erreurs parentales ainsi que l'impact des traumatismes dans le développement global de l'enfantL'épisode intégral est à retrouver sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes de podcast le 08/05/2025.

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textIn this members-only deep cut, Aaron and Trent pull no punches (and no show prep) as they ramble, rant, and roast their way through moving mishaps, military stupidity, and the myth of “cool deployments.” If you thought Ones Ready was structured… buckle up. This episode is pure stream-of-consciousness chaos, blending gym talk, Air Force drama, and political hot takes that'll make the Pentagon's PR team sweat.Aaron goes full “crunchy dad” about unvaccinated kids and Montessori beds (seriously), Trent breaks down how moving wrecks your soul, and together they demolish the fantasy of operator life. Spoiler: it's mostly paperwork, puke, and pretending to like mandatory fun runs.Also: freefall sounds awesome until you realize it's 12 hours of hurry-up-and-wait for 30 seconds of “cool.” And yes, they absolutely clown on commanders too fat to meet their own fitness standards. If you've ever wondered what the Ones Ready crew really talks about when the cameras are off… this is it.

"Accompagner un enfant dans ses peurs, ce n'est pas chercher à les faire disparaître, c'est lui donner des outils pour les traverser à son rythme."Dans cet épisode, plongez au cœur des émotions et découvrez comment accompagner, avec douceur et confiance, les peurs de la petite enfance jusqu'à l'adolescence.Sylvie d'Esclaibes, spécialiste de l'éducation et fondatrice d'écoles Montessori, nous partage des astuces simples et ludiques pour soutenir chaque étape de développement et préparer les enfants à s'aventurer sereinement vers l'inconnu.Ce que vous allez découvrir :❇️ Distinguer les peurs selon l'âge et le développement de l'enfant❇️ Des outils concrets pour accompagner la peur chez les tout-petits : rituels, jeux, activités sensorielles❇️ Comment extérioriser les peurs imaginaires et les apprivoiser avec humour : dessins, histoires, rituels protecteurs❇️ L'évolution des peurs vers 6-12 ans : jugement, échec, mort❇️ L'importance de mettre des mots sur les émotions et de dialoguer en famille❇️ Quand et comment consulter un professionnel si l'anxiété devient persistante❇️ L'apport des livres, des jeux et des échanges pour dédramatiser les peurs❇️ Comment fonder un environnement et une posture d'adulte « préparé », clé de la sécurité affective de l'enfant❇️ Rituels et objets-repères à inventer ensemble avec vos enfants❇️ La peur comme moteur de croissanceRessources proposées :⇒ Pour les 3/6 ans :1. Ma peur et moi – Francesca Sanna2. Même pas peur ! – Catherine Leblanc et Roland Garrigue3. Il y a un cauchemar dans mon placard – Mercer Mayer4. Grosse colère – Mireille d'Allancé5. Les émotions de Gaston – Aurélie Chien Chow Chine⇒ Pour les 6/12 ans : 1. Verte – Marie Desplechin2. L'école de la peur – Gitty Daneshvari3. Le Manoir – Evelyne Brisou-Pellen4. L'enfant et la peur d'oublier – Arthur Ténor5. Le livre des peut-être – Guido Sgardoli6. Le monstre du placard existe, et je vais vous le prouver – Antoine Dole7. Le club des chasseurs de cauchemars – Denis-Pierre Filippi (BD)8. La maison qui parcourait le monde – Sophie Anderson9. Le cauchemar mécanique – Arthur Ténor✾L'essentiel à retenir : apprendre à écouter, accueillir et accompagner la peur permet à chaque enfant de grandir sereinement, entouré d'adultes disponibles et bienveillants. Cet épisode vous donnera des clés pour devenir cet adulte "préparé" pour transformer la peur en force, et soutenir vos enfants à chaque étape de leur développement.

Coming up in June is a unique conference opportunity- the first ever Black Montessori Conference will take place June 20th-22nd at Howard University in Washington, DC. This episode of Montessori in Action Podcast features the organizers of the conference: Meisha Perrin and Dr. Ayize Sabater. They share the inspirations and aspirations for the event.

Sa propre ville au Texas. Voila le nouveau projet de Musk. Et elle déjà en construction. Nommée Snailbrook il s'agit de créer une communauté destinée principalement aux employés de ses entreprises, telles que SpaceX, Tesla et X.Un projet de ville-entrepriseSituée dans le comté de Bastrop, à environ 50 kilomètres à l'est d'Austin, Snailbrook est conçue comme une ville-entreprise, un concept où une entreprise fournit non seulement des emplois mais aussi des logements et des services à ses employés. Elon Musk a acquis des milliers d'hectares de terres dans cette région pour y construire des infrastructures destinées à ses sociétés. Le nom "Snailbrook" fait référence à la mascotte de The Boring Company, un escargot, symbolisant l'objectif de construire des foreuses plus rapides qu'un escargot .Infrastructures et servicesLe projet prévoit la construction de plus de 100 logements abordables, avec des loyers estimés à environ 800 dollars par mois, bien en dessous du marché local. Cependant, ces logements sont conditionnés à l'emploi : en cas de licenciement ou de démission, les résidents disposent de 30 jours pour quitter les lieux. En plus des habitations, Snailbrook comprendra des installations telles qu'une piscine, des terrains de sport et une école Montessori pour les enfants des employés .Objectifs et motivationsL'objectif principal de Musk est de créer un environnement intégré où ses employés peuvent vivre à proximité de leur lieu de travail, réduisant ainsi les temps de trajet et favorisant une meilleure qualité de vie. Ce modèle rappelle les villes-entreprises du passé, où les employeurs fournissaient des services complets à leurs travailleurs. Musk envisage également d'incorporer la ville sous une forme officielle, ce qui lui permettrait d'exercer un contrôle accru sur les réglementations locales et les infrastructures .Réactions et préoccupationsLe projet suscite des réactions mitigées. Certains y voient une opportunité de développement économique pour la région, tandis que d'autres expriment des inquiétudes concernant la concentration du pouvoir entre les mains d'une seule entreprise. Des questions se posent également sur la dépendance des employés vis-à-vis de leur employeur pour leur logement et leurs services essentiels, ainsi que sur les implications en matière de droits des travailleurs et de gouvernance locale.ConclusionSnailbrook représente une initiative unique, reflétant la vision d'Elon Musk pour une intégration plus étroite entre vie professionnelle et personnelle. Alors que le projet continue de se développer, il soulève des questions importantes sur l'avenir des villes-entreprises et le rôle des grandes entreprises dans la structuration des communautés. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Tasshin talks with Bea (@babieswithb) about Montessori training, babies and child development, modern parenting culture, and more.Bea on XNewsletterWebsiteYou can sign up for Tasshin's newsletter here.If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting Tasshin and the Reach Truth Podcast on Patreon.

Učitel v roli průvodce, v hlavní roli dítě, které si volí cestu k vědomostem. to je podstata vzdělávací metody, kterou vyvinula Maria Montessori. Italka, která se koncem 19. století nebála jako první žena vstoupit na půdu římské lékařské fakulty. Pro hendikepované děti vymyslela systém motivačních pomůcek. Postupně se začala věnovat vzdělávání zdravých dětí. Vyškolila tisíce lékařů a pedagogů a založila stovky Montessori center po celém světě. Zemřela 6. května 1952.

"On m'a dit petit de faire des enfants forts pour pas avoir à parler à des adultes cassés".NOUVEAU : "DE L'ENFANT AU PARENT" (1 épisode par mois)Je vous propose une nouvelle série plus intime et personnelle où je pars à la rencontre d'artistes et personnalités publiques, pour explorer avec eux leur enfance et l'impact qu'elle a eu sur l'adulte et le parent qu'ils sont aujourd'hui. J'espère que l'initiative vous plaira, n'hésitez pas à me dire ce que vous en avez pensé en commentaire !Je suis ravie d'ouvrir cette série avec Certe Mathurin, humoriste et jeune père, en tournée actuellement avec son spectacle "Affaires de famille", qui m'a à la fois fait rire, pleurer, et profondément touché.Qu'est-ce que ça signifie, “faire famille”, quand on grandit dans une famille "éclatée au sol" ?Certe nous invite avec un regard percutant et beaucoup d'humour dans une discussion sincère et drôle sur les enjeux de transmission, de résilience et d'amour.Il distille ses réflexions sur la famille dans son spectacle “Affaires de famille”, actuellement en tournée en France. Fort de son héritage franco-haïtien, il s'engage aussi dans la mixité sociale avec l'association “Le Grand Bain”.Dans cet épisode, vous découvrirez comment l'humour est devenu, pour lui, une arme de résistance face à la violence éducative, aux dysfonctionnements familiaux et à la quête d'identité. Il partage ses souvenirs d'enfance, l'impact des modèles parentaux, la force de sa mère, les leçons sur l'argent et la dignité, le poids du nom de famille, et sa mission de transmettre amour et confiance à son enfant.Un échange émouvant où se mêlent anecdotes, analyses, prises de recul et rires.Au programme :⇒ De l'enfant au parent : intro de la série et de Certe (02:20)⇒ La famille comme inspiration (03:12)⇒ Une famille « éclatée » (04:34)⇒ Absence de cadre et conséquences (06:25)⇒ Une mère dévouée, un père violent (08:19)⇒ Résilience, patience, et la fierté en héritage (13:22)⇒ Briser le cycle de la violence éducative (16:28)⇒ Nom de famille et place des mères (21:57)⇒ L'humour comme arme, vocation et facilitateur (24:58)⇒ Découverte de la paternité, enjeux de transmission et société de demain (29:04)Spectacle : “Affaires de famille” (en tournée)Instagram : @certemathurinUne rencontre poignante et drôle pour comprendre pourquoi, malgré le chaos familial, il n'est jamais trop tard pour choisir l'amour, la loyauté et l'ouverture.

“Remember that every day is a new day, and we can start again. Whatever you didn't like from the day before just change it the following day.” Gaby Velazquez Gaby is a longtime mom, AMI Montessori trainer for ages 0-3, and the guest on our latest episode of The Montessori Education Podcast. A few of the topics/questions covered: ~“I just don't have time — what do I do?” ~“Is my child behind language wise, and how do I aid him?” ~“Montessori at home — what's that like?” ~”How do I help my child become a great eater?” “Did Maria Montessori herself have anything to say about early eating, e.g. baby-led weening?”

Our very own Rachel Martin sits down with Rachel Merle-Smith of All Things Montessori to tell her story and discuss, you guessed it, all things Montessori! Check out the All Things Montessori Show here!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-things-montessori/id1479488862

NOUVEAU : "DE L'ENFANT AU PARENT" (1 épisode par mois) Je vous propose aujourd'hui une nouvelle série plus intime et personnelle où je pars à la rencontre d'artistes et personnalités publiques, pour explorer avec eux leur enfance et l'impact qu'elle a eu sur l'adulte et le parent qu'ils sont aujourd'hui. J'espère que l'initiative vous plaira, n'hésitez pas à me dire ce que vous en pensez en commentaire !Je suis ravie d'ouvrir cette série avec Certe Mathurin, humoriste et jeune père, en tournée actuellement avec son spectacle "Affaires de famille".Dans cet extrait, Certe nous raconte comment l'humour s'est imposé comme un véritable outil de protection et de lien social dans sa vie. Dès l'enfance, il développe cette faculté à faire rire, un moyen pour lui de trouver sa place, de se défendre face aux difficultés familiales et de créer des ponts avec tous les milieux. Il explique comment cette capacité à détendre, réunir et apaiser ceux qui l'entourent l'a naturellement amené à envisager l'humour comme métier. Désormais humoriste reconnu, il s'est inspiré de son vécu familial pour son dernier spectacle, qui m'a fait rire du début jusqu'à la fin, mais aussi ému.À travers des anecdotes touchantes et des réflexions profondes, il dévoile comment l'humour lui a permis de transformer ses difficultés en force, et partage les valeurs qu'il souhaite aujourd'hui transmettre à son fils.L'épisode intégral est à retrouver sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes de podcast le 01/05/2025.

Episode Overview: In this enlightening episode, Sandra Duncan and Clare Nugent dive deep into the world of children's learning styles within the outdoor classroom. They explore the various roles that children naturally gravitate toward during outdoor play and learning, and how these roles can be encouraged and nurtured by educators and caregivers.Key Learning Styles Discussed:* Collectors: Children who love to gather items, whether they're leaves, rocks, or other natural treasures.* Diggers: Enthusiastic about unearthing what's beneath the surface, these children are naturally curious about the ground below.* Transformers: Kids who see potential in everything, creating and recreating with found materials.* Storytellers: Natural narrators who bring events to life with their vivid imaginations.* Investigators: Detail-oriented and inquisitive, these children question and explore their surroundings thoroughly.* Nibblers: Those who explore the garden through taste, keen on learning through their palate.* Planters: Future gardeners who delight in sowing seeds and nurturing plants.* Artists: These children express themselves creatively through drawing, painting, or crafting with natural materials.* Builders: Constructive thinkers focused on building structures, forts, or arrangements from elements around them.* Waterers: Tender-hearted caretakers committed to nurturing and providing care for living things.Key Takeaway: This episode emphasizes that we're not just planting tomatoes; we're creating dynamic and inviting spaces for children to forge memories and grow. The outdoor classroom isn't just a physical space; it's a transformative environment where each child's unique learning style is recognized and celebrated.Conclusion: Tune in to learn how you can create engaging outdoor environments that cater to every child's style of play and learning, fostering a lifelong connection with nature and peers.More than a Tomato Plant Article Meet Sandra: Sandra Duncan, EdD is an international specialist on early childhood environments. She has conducted extensive research on the psychology of places and spaces, specifically how children engage with built environments and natural surroundings. Sandra applies the pedagogical theories of Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Waldorf when creating holistic designed places for young children. Dr. Duncan is a former owner of multi-site/multi-state early learning campuses, president of an educational publishing company, and publisher of two well-respected education journals. She is also the author of seven books focused on environmental design, designer of four furniture collections (Sense of Place/Sense of Place for Wee Ones/Sense of Place for School Age/Sense of Place for Infants), and adjunct faculty at Nova Southeastern University. Sandra has designed and teaches university courses (i.e., Association for Learning Environments) on built early learning environments, collaborating with architects, interior designers, and educators to create extraordinary places and possibilities for children and students of all ages. She is eternally grateful for the many opportunities she has experienced transforming hundreds of environments into extraordinary and inspiring places for young children. DrSandraLDuncan@gmail.comwww.SandraDuncan.com219-743-2923Meet Clare: How can something as small as a bird change the course of one's life?

✨ Ready to become a confident parent?  Go here: https://drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop Does your jaw drop when you see toddlers on social media happily loading dishwashers while your child seems allergic to picking up toys? In this video, I reveal the actual techniques "Montessori moms" use to get their kids enthusiastically helping around the house (no fancy equipment required!). You'll discover age-appropriate chores for every developmental stage AND learn why involving kids in household tasks isn't just about lightening your load—it's scientifically proven to boost their confidence, responsibility, and future success. Transform chore time from battleground to bonding experience with these practical, research-backed strategies! New to my channel?  If you want to take the stress, frustration, and overwhelm out of parenting by learning how to promote better behavior in your child, you're in the right place.  I'm a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I share the psychology-based strategies that I use to parent with intention and confidence. I help parents move from feeling exhausted and at wit's end, losing their cool, yelling, and wishing parenting was easier, to feeling calm and confident, effectively managing any challenging parenting situation, and actually enjoying time spent with their kids. The practical positive discipline tools I teach based on my 5 C's parenting framework can get you there. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

"Pour moi, le handicap c'était tellement représenté comme une tragédie que je pensais que je ne pourrais plus vivre pleinement."Dans cet épisode engageant et émouvant, j'accueille Pauline Mangin, journaliste et fondatrice d'All Kids Are Cool Kids, un magazine en ligne qui redéfinit la représentation des enfants en situation de handicap. Pauline milite pour une visibilité authentique et esthétique du handicap dans une société encore trop axée sur la norme.Elle est maman de deux enfants, dont Marilou, âgée de quatre ans, atteinte d'un handicap rare. Après avoir découvert la condition de sa fille, elle a choisi de transformer sa colère et sa frustration face à l'invisibilité du handicap en une mission passionnée. All Kids Are Cool Kids ne se contente pas de montrer la beauté du handicap, mais aspire également à élargir les perspectives et à changer les regards sur la différence.Quelques pistes de réflexions :❇️ Les enfants handicapés sont trop souvent enfermés dans des stéréotypes, entre "misérabilisme" ou "hyper-héroïsation". Ce manque de représentations nuancées peut être attribué à une peur inconsciente du handicap, qui freine l'inclusion.❇️ L'art et la culture comme autre forme de communication pour les enfants handicapés❇️ Vers une société qui accepte l'unicité de tous les enfants et célèbre la diversité comme la normeAu programme :⇒ Pauline Mangin et son projet (00:34)⇒ Réactions face au diagnostic de handicap (03:20)⇒ Parentalité et handicap (05:08)⇒ Différences de développement entre les enfants (09:21)⇒ Communication avec les enfants sur le handicap (15:11)⇒ Célébration des petites victoires (17:41)⇒ Lutte contre les stéréotypes du handicap (20:51)⇒ Critique du terme "inclusion" et de la société validiste (23:19)⇒ Changements nécessaires pour une société inclusive (25:51)⇒ Ambitions pour All Kids Are Cool Kids et vœux pour l'avenir (27:58)RessourcesMagasin en ligne : All Kids Are Cool KidsInstagram : @allkidsare_coolkidsLivres cités : "Elmer" de David McKee et "Mon corps à moi !" d'Élise GravelUn épisode qui propose de redéfinir les normes de notre société pour une plus grande ouverture à toutes les différences.

Dans cet extrait, Pauline Mangin, journaliste et fondatrice du magazine engagé "All Kids Are Cool Kids", explore sa vision du handicap avant la naissance de sa fille, Marilou, atteinte d'un handicap rare. Pauline se confie sur l'ignorance initiale qu'elle avait du handicap, le résumant autrefois à des notions simplifiées comme celles du Téléthon, de l'autisme ou de la trisomie. Elle partage comment la réalité du diagnostic de sa fille a bouleversé ses perceptions, l'entraînant dans un chemin de profonde déconstruction et de découverte. Grâce à son expérience personnelle, Pauline remet en question les préjugés et est aujourd'hui engagée dans un combat pour une représentation plus nuancée et belle du handicap. Son témoignage souligne l'importance de dépasser les clichés pour embrasser la diversité dans notre société.L'épisode intégral est à retrouver sur toutes les plateformes d'écoutes de podcast le 24/04/2025.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Ian Utile from ÂTTN.LIVE, Nelson Bruton from Interchanges and Manufacturing Chats and Courtney Peebles from Solobo Toys.   In this episode, we dive into a bold vision of the future with founder of ÂTTN.LIVE Ian Utile — exploring how Web3, AI, and audio-first platforms are reshaping content creation, ownership, and distribution. From the rise of Kiki the cat as the next big IP to reimagining attention economies and universal max income, Ian shares how tech can empower creators, decentralize power, and bring billions online. Read more at: https://www.attn.live     As the President of Manufacturing Chats and Interchanges and a two-decade veteran in the world of B2B marketing, Nelson Bruton has dedicated his career to helping industrial manufacturers break free from outdated growth tactics and embrace modern digital strategies. Read more at: https://manufacturingchats.com/ and https://www.interchanges.com/       Courtney Peebles, co-founder of Solobo Toys returns to give an update about her Montessori-inspired educational children's toy company. Recently, Solobo Toys went head-to-head with toy industry giants and won the Toy Foundation's TOTY Award for Best Plush 2025. Their indie, neurodivergent-owned brand beat out the biggest names in toys. Read more at: https://solobotoys.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Starting a Business(00:00:45) - Passage to Profit(00:01:49) - The Journey of Building a Successful Business(00:03:23) - What is Web3AI and Its Impact?(00:05:05) - Content Creators: Ownership of their Work(00:09:09) - In the Future of Digital Engagement(00:10:48) - Do We Need a More Dystopian Future?(00:14:43) - How to Build a Billion-Dollar Franchise(00:19:58) - Kiki the Meme Coin: Does the Creator Own the Character(00:23:13) - Texas Strip State, New York Sirloin Controversy(00:25:11) - Home Warranty: $1 a Day for Your Appliances(00:27:10) - Passage to Profit(00:29:22) - A New Way to Prevent Pandemics(00:30:08) - B2B Marketing Expert Nelson Britton on How to Generate(00:33:53) - Pivoting Between Manufacturing Chats and Interchanges(00:35:50) - Toys for Kids: Best Plush Toy(00:38:24) - Your toys are 3-D printed(00:43:17) - The Emotion Box Toy Company(00:49:03) - Your tax doctor--call now if you owe more than $10(00:50:07) - Coming soon: The Old Things(00:51:14) - Six Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(00:52:59) - How to Build a Successful Law Firm: Richard Gearhart

"Le problème ce n'est pas le fait de faire des enfants, mais la manière dont on les élèves, et la manière dont on fait société aujourd'hui."Rejoignez-nous dans ce voyage inspirant sur la parentalité et l'écologie avec Charlotte Meyer, journaliste et autrice, autour de concepts souvent perçus comme incompatibles mais qui peuvent, selon notre invitée, converger pour bâtir un futur plus conscient et résilient.Charlotte est une journaliste passionnée par les questions écologiques et sociétales. Elle s'est illustrée par son ouvrage "Les enfants de l'apocalypse", où elle pose un regard novateur sur l'éducation et l'engagement écologique dès la parentalité. À travers ses années de recherches et de rencontres, elle explore les modes de vie alternatifs adoptés par des familles engagées et nous offre un témoignage précieux sur les défis et les choix courageux pour l'avenir de nos enfants.Quelques pistes de réfléxion abordées :❇️ L'éco-parentalité : la parentalité comme révolution invisible pour construire un avenir durable et être moteur de changement social, notamment à travers les valeurs transmises à nos enfants❇️ L'éco-anxiété, le mouvement No Kids et la réconciliation possible entre écologie et famille❇️ Son parcours et ses dilemmes face à la maternité dans un monde en pleine crise climatiqueAu programme :⇒ Charlotte Meyer, son parcours et ses engagements (00:34)⇒ La décision de garder son enfant dans un contexte de crise écologique (04:03)⇒ La réconciliation avec son corps grâce à la maternité (07:11)⇒ L'impact de la parentalité sur l'engagement écologique (08:30)⇒ Les enjeux de la génération no kids et les choix radicaux de parentalité (11:00)⇒ La cellule familiale : premier lieu de la révolution invisible (14:54)⇒ Les pédagogies alternatives et l'instruction en famille (18:10)⇒ Redonner ses lettres de noblesse à la pédagogie Montessori (31:45)⇒ L'importance de l'amour et l'émerveillement (34:07)Ressources : Livre "Les enfants de l'apocalypse" de Charlotte Meyer aux éditions TanaInstagram @Petite_antigoneCet épisode est une précieuse source de réflexion pour tous ceux qui s'interrogent sur la manière d'allier parentalité et conscience écologique, et sur le rôle clé des parents dans l'avenir de notre planète.

Within the realm of education, what does it mean to support the well-being of both children and adults?  In this inspiring episode of Musings on Wellbeing, host Charlie Bresler explores how an intentional approach to learning environments can cultivate academic success, personal growth, and emotional balance. Patricia Natalicchio joins Charlie for this conversation, and she brings over 30 years of educational experience to the table.  From her childhood teaching her dolls in Buenos Aires to founding Montessori-inspired schools across Argentina and Italy, Patricia shares a heartfelt journey grounded in curiosity, respect, and innovation. Her passion for child-centered education is both practical and deeply personal. Patricia shares insights into creating nurturing learning environments, balancing career and family life, and rethinking traditional school structures. Links: creatingconnections.it Patricia on LinkedIn @patricia-natalicchio Patricia on Instagram @patricia.natalicchio.coach Patricia on Facebook @patricia.natalicchio Musing on Wellbeing is sponsored by EH Walkers. Discover more and join EH Walkers at www.ehwalkers.org. Charlie Bresler is a former business executive, co-founder of the nonprofit The Life You Can Save, and a self-described effective hedonist. As a psychologist, Charlie emphasizes the importance of aligning personal pleasure with doing good, rejecting the notion of self-sacrifice in favor of a fulfilling, values-driven life.  

Am you parenting from a place of punishment, or are you guiding your child toward autonomy, self-respect, and healthy emotional expression? In this episode, I share my insights as a M.Ed and Montessori educator on how to foster respect, emotional resilience, and healthy boundaries in children. I discuss practical strategies to prevent people-pleasing behaviors, handle challenging moments through playful connection (think pillow fights and peekaboo!), and support sensitive children by tracking emotional triggers. You'll learn to create structured yet nurturing routines that offer stability for your child—and yourself—as you navigate parenting with self-compassion, authenticity, and curiosity.This episode is for you if:* You worry about raising a people-pleaser or struggle setting boundaries with your child.* You have a sensitive, anxious, or energetic child and want actionable ways to support them.* You're looking for playful parenting strategies to build emotional resilience.* You want guidance on creating structured daily routines that benefit both you and your child.SPECIAL INTRO OFFER: Join the Codependency Alchemy Membership today and save 40% off!

Benjamin Gardner is the Chief Executive Officer of Dekker Designs and a working principal of the D/P/S commercial group, Benjamin is dedicated to improving the built environment using skills acquired from combined backgrounds in architecture, construction, and construction management. Benjamin has been with Dekker/Perich/Sabatini since 2001, and has led multiple project teams through all phases of planning, design, and construction administration. His years with D/P/S have given him a breadth of project experience that informs his unique understanding of the issues faced by developers, educators, and the communities in which the firm does business. Benjamin also has a long history of developing his family-owned properties, including hotels, a Montessori preschool and elementary academy that serves over 200 students, which he co-founded with his wife. They have recently developed a 78 bed senior living facility that is adjacent to the schools and it provides an intergenerational experiences for both seniors and students. His background provides him with a clear understanding of commercial real estate development, including mixed-use, retail, and civic properties. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Dekker Design site LEED Certification What is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan? Positive Energy Solar Awarepreneurs Interview (ESOP company) Central New Mexico Community College Paul's Strategy Sessions Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

Carey Foster appeared in the original TOS pilot, "The Cage," with Jeffrey Hunter as a character who ended up not making the final cut. However, she returned as a Starfleet officer clad in blue in the background of many episodes during the first season of the show.Foster's time in Star Trek was the next step in her relationship with Gene Roddenberry, her uncle, who had previously cast her in an episode of "The Lieutenant." Her Hollywood career had little to do with acting until that point, predominantly working as a dancer in big budget musical movies and several features with Elvis Presley - a superstar she briefly dated!Carey Foster stops by Trek Untold to tell us stories about working on these many sets, her dancing pedigree, and what she does today as an educator in the Montessori system of learning. Plus, her longtime friendship with Teri Garr, the risque choices of Gene Roddenberry in the original Star Trek pilot that almost got the show cancelled before it began, and the actual name of the Starfleet officer she played that was never revealed on TV!Please subscribe to our brand new YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@trekuntold .There, you will see all the old episodes of this show, as well as new episodes and all of our other content, including shorts and some other fun things planned for the future.Visit my Amazon shop to check out tons of Trek products andother things I enjoy - https://www.amazon.com/shop/thefightnerd View the Teespring store for Trek Untold gear & apparel- https://my-store-9204078.creator-spring.com Support Trek Untold by becoming a Patreon at Patreon.com/TrekUntold.Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating if you like us!Follow Trek Untold on Social MediaInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/trekuntoldTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/trekuntoldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/trekuntoldFollow Nerd News Today on Social MediaTwitter: Twitter.com/NerdNews2Day Instagram: Instagram.com/NerdNewsToday Facebook: Facebook.com/NerdNewsTodayTrek Untold is sponsored by Treksphere.com, powered by the RAGE Works Podcast Network, and affiliated with Nerd News Today.

In this Coffee Talk episode, Laura, a trained Montessori educator and mother of two, shares her approach to managing children's curiosity about other people's bodies. Laura discusses the importance of exposure to diverse representations, open and honest conversations, and educational resources to de-stigmatize differences. She emphasizes the need to focus on function and respect over appearance, and she provides practical advice on how to guide children through understanding societal norms and the impact of their words. Laura also touches on the broader context of diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering insights for parents and educators navigating similar challenges.

In Season 2 Episode 38 of our Montessori Babies Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Marisa Rodriguez from Luxe Baby Care all about practical infant travel! In this episode, we dove into how to support your baby's development through Montessori while you're on the go. We discussed:How to stick to Montessori while travelingWhat to bringPlane tips for babiesPacking tips for babiesAnd more!Marisa's Resources: Website:  https://www.luxebabycare.com/Instagram: @luxebabycareFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Luxebabycare/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mnewborncare/Work with Marisa: https://www.luxebabycare.com/your-baby-hotline-Montessori Babies Resources:

"I can do anything through Him that strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13    Submit a Podcast Listener Question HERE!    Cathy Johanni joins us back on the podcast to share her experience, wisdom and strategies about what you can try when you feel like you are failing.  Cathy Johanni lives in Columbus, Ohio where she has enjoyed accompanying children on their spiritual journeys for more than two decades. She is recognized as a formation leader in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at levels I, II, and III.  She has been involved in Montessori education for a decade, working with children ages 5-14.   A member of the editorial committee for the United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Annual Journal. Cathy has authored articles and contributed to The Roman Missal Third Edition and the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Changes to Materials . She holds a Bachelor's degree in cultural anthropology from Princeton University, a Master's degree from The Ohio State University and Montessori Elementary certificates. Married for 31 years, she is the mother of five.    Growing Seeds     Become a Growing Seed Donor HERE    32 Characteristics of CGS otherwise called the 32 Points of Reflection    Items from the Store You May be Interested In:    Purchase the Religious Potential of the Child HERE    Nurturing the Whole Child      Podcast Episodes With Cathy:    Episode 54 – Human Needs and Tendencies  Episode 67 - Anthropological Catechesis  Episode 124 - The Work of the Second Plane Child    Podcast Episodes about Freedom and Responsibility    Episode 30 – Freedom and Discipline  Episode 133 – Freedom and Responsibility  Episode 134 – Freedom and Responsibility for the First Plane Child  Episode 135 – Freedom and Responsibility for the Second Plane Child        BECOME AN ORGANIZATION MEMBER!  Organization Members are any entity (church/parish, school, regional group, diocese, etc.) that either offers CGS and/or supports those who serve the children as catechists, aides, or formation leaders) Organization Members also receive the following each month:  Bulletin Items - 4 bulletin articles for each month. We have a library of 4 years of bulletin items available on the CGSUSA Website.  Catechist In-Services to download TODAY and offer your catechists. We have six in-services available on the website.  Assistant Formation - prayer service, agenda, talking points, and handouts.  Seed Planting Workshop - prayer service, agenda, and talking points.  Family Events: downloadable, 1/2 day events for Advent, Christmas/Epiphany, and Lent.  Catechist Prayers and prayer services  and so much more!  Click Here to create your Organizational Membership!      AUDIOBOOK:    Audiobook – Now Available on Audible  CGSUSA is excited to offer you the audio version of The Religious Potential of the Child – 3rd Edition by Sofia Cavalletti, read by Rebekah Rojcewicz!  The Religious Potential of the Child is not a “how-to” book, complete with lesson plans and material ideas. Instead it offers a glimpse into the religious life of the atrium, a specially prepared place for children to live out their silent request: “Help me come closer to God by myself.” Here we can see the child's spiritual capabilities and perhaps even find in our own souls the child long burdened with religious information. This book serves as a companion to the second volume, The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Years Old. The desire to have this essential text available in audio has been a long-held goal for many. The work of many hands has combined to bring this release to life as an audiobook.    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

In this episode, I am speaking with Elisa Kim, an award-winning design professor, and founder of Studio EGGI which is a functional designed mini kitchen for kids. She specializes in using play and design to help kids develop a positive relationship with food making mealtimes less of a battle and more of an opportunity for exploration and connection. Many parents believe food play is messy, wasteful, or unproductive, but research has shown that kids who engage with food touching, smelling, and even playing with it are likelier to try and enjoy new foods. And that is exactly what we talk about in today's show, how a play-based approach to food helps with picky eating, fosters independence, and helps make meal times fun again! You will love this conversation with Elisa, learning about Studio EGGI and how it can bring a magical transformational experience to meal times in your kitchen as it has in mine.   Highlights from this episode: How embracing food play tackles picky eating Inviting kids into the kitchen to explore new foods Using real kitchen tools builds confidence The concept of Studio EGGI + non-mealtime ideas Creating a Montessori/real life approach in your home Practical tips for mealtime Raising confident eaters Show sponsors: Ultimate Baby Nutrition Consulting - Send me an email at marniwasserman.com/contact with the title “I want to work with you” if you're interested in working with me to support your baby starting solids Paleovalley - Save 15% off your 1st order of Paleovalley products, discount applied at checkout Related links: Follow @marniwasserman and @ultimatehealthpodcast on Instagram for Sarelle and Hayden updates Studio EGGI - Save $100 off when you use the code Marni100 at checkout Follow Studio EGGI on Facebook and Instagram Subscribe to TUBP in Apple Podcasts and Spotify Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won't cost you anything but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you!