Podcasts about whole family rhythms

As always I love my conversations with listener favorite and returning guest, Meagan Rose Wilson of Whole Family Rhythms. In this episode we're discussing all things "Waldorf Early Childhood". What happens in a Waldorf early childhood, pre-school, or childcare setting? What does a typical day look like? How can we bring these ideas into our home life with young children? What about potty training? Is there a "Waldorf approach", and many more topics are explored in this episode.Additional show notes and resources for this episode can be found at:waldorfy.com/earlychildhoodTheme music for this episode was composed and performed by Book Kennison

Today my guest is Meagan Wilson. Meagan is a parent educator and author of the now-retired seasonal series of Whole Family Rhythms Guides. As a parent coach and educator she has supported hundreds of parents to create a strong family rhythm unique to their own values and culture. Meagan provides resources, support and information to parents who are looking for a bridge to cross between their unique family life and their children’s (often but not always Waldorf-inspired) school. Education, Certifications and Professional Development •McGill University, Montreal: BA in International Development Studies, Philosophy and World Religions, 2004. •Education Canada, Montreal: TESOL Certificate, 2003. •American Musical and Dramatic Academy, New York City: Certificate in Performing Arts, 2006. •Samadhi Yoga and Simply Kids Yoga, Sydney: Hatha Yoga Teacher Training with Specialty in Kids Yoga, 2007. •Sydney Rudolf Steiner College, Sydney: Certificate in Foundations of Rudolf Steiner Education, 2012. •The Center for Social Sustainability, Ashfield: Certificate as a Simplicity Parenting Family Life Coach, 2017. •Lifeways, Toronto: Workshop- Celebrating Festivals in the Cycle of the Year, 2017. •The Center for Social Sustainability, Ashfield: Simplicity Parenting for Care Professionals, 2018. •Rudolf Steiner Center, Toronto: Foundations in Anthroposophy, 2018. •Rudolf Steiner Center, Toronto: Certification in Waldorf Early Childhood Education, 2020. •Rooted: Framework and Education for Creating an Antiracist Home, virtual course led by Laleña Garcia. •Honours Marks in Psychology1010, York University, Toronto: 2021. •Oh Baby Academy, Master Certification in Pregnancy, Postpartum and Baby Nutrition, work towards certification currently in progress. •Masters in Education, York University, Toronto: work towards Masters in progress from Fall 2021   Teaching, Coaching and Waldorf Experience  •ESL Teacher, Ehwa Language School, South Korea: 2006. •ESL Teacher, Milton College, Sydney: 2006-2008 •Founder, Author & Educator, Whole Family Rhythms, 2012- 2020 •Parent Coach & Educator, Whole Family Rhythms/Meagan Rose Wilson, 2017- present. •Farmsong Parent-and-Child Leader, Bolton: 2019-2020. •Parent Workshop Facilitator for various Canadian Waldorf Schools on topic "Return to Rhythm", 2019-present. •Toronto Waldorf School IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) Committee Member, 2019-present •WECAN Conference Workshop Presenter on the topic of Critical Consciousness in Waldorf Early Childhood Classrooms •WECAN Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) Committee member, 2020-present   To learn more about her go to her website: https://meaganrosewilson.com/about/ and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meaganrosewilson/   To find out more about  all things Joyful Beginnings go to: https://www.joyful-beginnings.org And to follow them on Instagram click here  https://www.instagram.com/joyful_beginnings/   The website is in the works as you read this, so stay in close touch as we create this bountiful online resource, just for you!!     I have so much gratitude for everyone who has been listening to the Joyfull Parenting Podcast and joining the community of supporters at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=40232525 !   If you haven’t already,  please subscribe to the podcast. It’s also super duper helpful to me if you rate it, review it and share it with others!    If you are looking  to work with me one-on-one as your parenting/caregiving coach you can do so  by clicking on this link with  https://www.patreon.com/user?u=40232525. You can also find me on Facebook and IG @joyfullparenting

Our first ever guest on Healthy Happy Home is Deepa Devlukia, conscious parenting coach and advocator of slow and conscious living. What does that actually mean? We know, it can seem a bit ambiguous with so much talk about “conscious parenting” all over social media, so we talk about what conscious or intentional parenting actually means, and how we can all – regardless of our stance on parenting and which methods we choose to follow – implement some form of conscious parenting to enhance our parenting journey and the relationships we have with our children.For those who don’t have children, we talk a lot about what it means to simply live consciously and intentionally, in order to connect on an energetic level to help us be happy, so this episode could be elevating for anyone who feels drawn to listen. You can follow Deepa on Instagram @deepadevlukia.Products discussed in the show:The Conscious Parent by Dr Shefali Tsabary The Awakened Family by Dr Shefali Tsabary Aha! Parenting by Dr Laura Markham The Whole Brain Child by Dr Tina Payne Bryson & Dr Daniel Siegelhttps://www.tessabellalovemore.com/http://www.jayne-donegan.co.uk/Setting up a seasonal table / Waldorf Steiner education Whole Family Rhythms @wholefamilyrhythms Dr Wayne Dyer’s 10 Secrets For Success and Inner Peace Quote: “Your child sees your undivided attention as love.”Please head to the website www.healthyhappyhome.uk to read more about us, and to sign up for our free 6-step guide to living your healthiest, happiest life. You can also find us on Instagram @healthyhappyhomepodcast @laurenvaknine @tilly.wood. Use the Hashtag #elevationnation to connect with us.Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe / follow!Season 1 of Healthy Happy Home is sponsored by Megahome Water Distillers www.megahome-distillers.co.uk @megahomedistillers1

It seems simple enough, but what IS a Waldorf toy? In this episode my guest Meagan of Whole Family Rhythms and I talk all about Waldorf toys. What kind of play are Waldorf toys meant to inspire? Why all natural materials? These are just some of the questions we explore in this episode.

Meagan of Whole Family Rhythms joins me for a discussion about seasonal rhythm and Waldorf festivals. We touch on the benefits of establishing a seasonal rhythm in the home and dive into the intended meaning behind Waldorf festivals. Additional show notes for this episode can be found at:https://waldorfy.com/seasonalrhythm/Theme music composed and performed by Book Kennison.

In this episode I speak with Meagan Wilson of Whole Family Rhythms. Meagan speaks from her experience working with so many families and from her own experience as parent of four. She discusses not just the benefits of rhythm in the home for young children, but also for older children and even adults. I loved speaking with Meagan for this episode. I know you'll enjoy learning all about creating a daily rhythm for your family from our conversation.

Join the Joyful Courage Tribe in our community Facebook group - Live and Love with Joyful Courage.  Raising our children while growing ourselves... ::::   My guest today is Meagan Wilson. Meagan is the founder of Whole Family Rhythms and living out her mission of helping other mothers, caregivers, and educators to create more clarity and balance within the home. Meagan’s website and seasonal Guides provide support, information, and resources on conscious parenting inspired by the earth, the seasons, and each family’s own unique values. Together, a community of over 25 thousand like-minded Mothers and educators gather each day on her Instagram feed to discuss parenting with love, connection and rhythm.   "Connecting with your family values is this parenting partner exercise.” “Visual cues, no matter what, they are always very helpful.”   What you’ll hear in this episode: What living with the rhythms of the earth and the seasons means What it means to align your life with your values How to document your family values in a meaningful way Discussing your values as co-parents with extended family and caregivers Routine vs rhythm, in-breath vs out-breath times and what it all means Using visuals to create daily habits What it means to be a loving authority Being the author of the boundaries that you're holding Natural consequences - what they are Connecting to something higher than yourself - not necessarily religion   What does Joyful Courage mean to you? I cheated a little bit. I looked up the word joy because I told you I really like looking at words. It led me to rejoice, which really made sense to me because when I first read it and thought what's joyful courage?  I thought, you know, it's courage to live in that moment. You know, really ground yourself in the present moment. And even if there is suffering around, even if your child is upset and you're holding a space for that, you know, you're really in the moment. And I think that the word rejoice kind of fits in there because it's this sense of gratitude. It's gratitude for the present moment no matter what it's bringing us. So it might not always be this like very happy joy, but it's this sense of gratitude for the present moment and having the courage to try and connect with that as often as we can during the day.   Resources: Simplicity Parenting   Where to find: Whole Family Rhythms website - Joyful Courage landing page Instagram Facebook Pinterest :::::   Joyful Courage: Calming the drama and taking control of your parenting journey   This book is all about how to show up as a Joyful Courage parent so that you have better access to the tools you need in hot parenting moments – tools that are helpful and maintain connection with your child.   Presale is April 10th – as many of you as possible buying presale would be FABULOUS. I am going to have some special bonuses TBD for my presale buyers. Official launch date is May 20th – OMG – so so exciting!!!   The best way to stay up to date on the book news is to join my newsletter list, if you haven’t already.  Sign up at www.joyfulcourage.com/join   Thank you to everyone that has been so encouraging on this journey!!!  I appreciate you and we are ALMOST THERE!!!!   ::::   Authentic Parenting Conference Anna Seewald, host of the Authentic Parenting Podcast, and parent coach, has put together a steller day of learning and growing together in New Brunswick, NJ. I am so excited about it that I decided that I WANTED TO GO TOO!!   I am going to be there, Dr. Laura Markham will be delivering a keynote (ah-maze-ing), and the whole thing just looks like super soul care on fire.   If you are interested, click here https://authenticparenting.com/conference and use the discount code JOYFUL25 for $25 off the registration fee!!   Come play with me!!   ::::: Be a Subscriber Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Joyful Courage Podcast on Apple Podcast to get the latest shows STRAIGHT to your device!!  AND PLEASE rate and review the Joyful Courage Parenting Podcast to help me spread the show to an ever-larger audience!! CLICK HERE to watch a video that shows up how to subscribe with your iPhone!  

Meagan Wilson is the owner and founder of Whole Family Rhythms, the place to come to for support, resources and information about conscious, connected parenting inspired by the earth and seasons and above all else your own core family values.  In this interview she shares her own experiences in motherhood, from defining moments of how they chose Waldorf education as part of their family culture to sharing how she copes with messes that come from having a screen-free family.  Meagan's growth is happening slowly over time as she has been raising four children, the oldest who is now ten and the youngest three and a half.

In this special episode, we chat with several guests who share insights about how they create family traditions that are in alignment with their beliefs and personal values and how they navigate through the trappings of cultural norms at this time of year.  We wanted to get their perspectives on how they focus on simplicity and intention instead of materialism  A common thread of all three of our conversations is that making the holidays your own is not just a one-time conversation with your kids or your partner. It is about sowing seeds and knowing every year is going to look a little different and every year is going to grow and change and develop, much like a family does.  That's a beautiful thing! Rachel Jonat is an expert of minimal living and slowing down to take time for herself, her husband, and three children. She sets small goals for herself during the holidays and carefully considers the intention behind each gift given. Rachel is the author of three books. Her current book, The Joy of Doing Nothing, includes tips for people with busy lives on how to reset and restart their brains to find peace. Megan Wilson is the mother of four. She and her husband create an intentional model for their children based on their core values. On her blog, Megan shares resources to draw upon to create a nature-based, Waldorf education in the home. Her seasonal guides include recipes, activities, and inspirations for parents and caregivers. Phaedra Taylor and her husband purposefully add historical references to their holiday practices to give their two children a sense of belonging at a cultural and global level. Phaedra shares adventures and stories in her creative art series based on being human. We adored these conversations and know that they will give you inspiration and confidence to branch out and create your own traditions, regardless of what you’ve done in the past!   In This Episode: ● Tips for keeping gift giving simple ● How to approach the subject of simple gift giving with friends and family members ● How to talk with your children about making gifts intentional ● How to make the holidays more about connection than gifts ● How to add spiritual practices to the season ● How to cultivate curiosity in kids ● Adding historical references to current cultural practices ● Incorporating the natural world by making handmade gifts ● Celebrating the joy of simply being together   Show Notes: The Minimalist Mom The Joy of Doing Nothing: A Real-Life Guide to Stepping Back, Slowing Down, and Creating a Simpler, Joy-Filled Life, by Rachel Jonat Whole Family Rhythms Whole Family Rhythms Seasonal Guides Phaedra Jean Art Machine