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Reminisce with us! Kelly and Kristi look back at the first year of the Mindful Conversations with KAY podcast, reflecting on their favorite episodes and guests, and why they love sharing their passion for mindfulness with children and families. We invite you to listen to the excerpts included in this episode and then go back and explore the full episodes, connected links, and Facebook group discussions. And stay tuned! Another season of Mindful Conversations with Kay is coming up! Past favorite episodes mentioned: Big Emotions: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rRk08cggOwb Art and Mindfulness: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/sueYflcgOwb Laura Petix, OT Butterfly: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/J7fiJhigOwb Mark Brown, Zen Pig: https://spotifyanchor-
This is one of our favorite episodes! Kelly and Kristi sit down with Mark Brown, the creator, writer, and illustrator of the Zen Pig series in this week's Mindful Conversations with KAY episode. Zen Pig introduces children to big concepts like self-love, empathy, compassion, gratitude, and mindfulness through simple verse and charming illustrations. Join in their conversation to learn: *How Mark's mindfulness practice developed *The creation of Zen Pig to teach social-emotional skills *Why children need inner harmony before they are able to successfully learn *Why Mark believes in changing the roots rather than hacking at the leaves NEW CONTEST: We wanted to keep the party going with a book giveaway! This is your chance to win 4 (yes, FOUR) Zen Pig books, each one teaching children mindfulness, gratitude, and compassion through simple rhymes and charming artwork. All you have to do is rate and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform. Take a screenshot and email it to kellywinkler@kiddingaroundyoga.com. GOOD LUCK! Contest ends October 31st and winner will be announce the first week of November. Blogs: Brain Breaks and Calm Kit: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-homework-adhd-stress-school/ Mindfulness Activities for the Family: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/mindfulness-activities-for-the-family-2/ Links: Instagram: @zenpigbook Facebook: @ZenPig Book: Zenpigbook.com Calm Down Kit: https://www.calmdownkit.com/optin1660573843109 Free Workshop - Mindfulness in the Classroom: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/free-mindfulness-into-the-classroom/
My guest this week is Mark Brown. Ever since winning a region-wide poetry contest in fourth grade, coastal Virginia native Mark Brown, has been orbiting the world of writing. After graduating with a degree in film and settling down in Nashville, Tennessee, Mark found a niche creating healthcare-based video ads, but after a few years found that that kind of life didn't pair well with his life as a dedicated father. So, he decided to do a major change and apply his talents to the world of children's books, more specifically to the Zen Pig Universe. Mark wanted his son Noble to learn the life-changing power of values like gratitude, mindfulness, self-forgiveness way before he did. Quickly, Mark found that he wasn't alone. Zen Pig was a breakaway hit, helping parents articulate sometimes abstract concepts into easy-to-understand language, paired with beautiful minimalist art. The Zen Pig Universe continues to grow each year with 12 titles already available, and more releasing soon! In this episode, Mark and I discuss how mindfulness, gratitude, and self-forgiveness are superpowers for adults and kids. More than ever, we need these simple tools that help us stay in the moment. The Zen Pig books have taken these concepts and whittled them down to the most concise, acute gems that are accessible and useful for all ages. Episode Intro … 00:00:30 Mark Brown & Making Mindfulness Accessible … 00:01:15 Children are Innately Present … 7:08 Zen Pigs for Any Age … 00:12:25 How to Be Present & Compound Effect of Mindfulness … 00:16:40 Inserting Gratitude … 00:24:50 Flipping Kids to a Positive Outlook with Enjoyable, Peaceful Content … 00:30:20 Future of Zen Pigs … 00:35:10 Zen Pigs and Free Resources … 38:30 Episode Wrap up … 39:35 Connect with Dr. Nicole Beurkens on... Instagram Facebook Drbeurkens.com
Episode 41 Zen Pig with children's author Mark Brown Please join me in welcoming to the podcast Mark Brown, the author of a series of books that feature Zen Pig as the main character. Zen Pig teaches young readers the importance of gratitude, justice, empathy, compassion, and other soft skills that are important for people of all ages to embrace. Mark initially wrote the first book for his son, Noble. He wanted to ensure his son learned gratitude at an early age – not later in life as he had – and Noble's behavior and curiosity have inspired the remaining titles. Admittedly, mindfulness skills often prove challenging for adults to learn, but Mark says Zen Pig demonstrates mindfulness in a straightforward, easy-to-understand manner. Mark Brown's vision is for families to enjoy the books and for teachers and school systems to incorporate mindfulness activities into classroom settings on an ongoing basis. To make doing so easy for teachers, Mark and his team have created free lessons plans teachers can download. www.ZenPigBook.com https://www.turnkeyteacher.com/ E:mail MarkBrown@ZenPigBook.com https://www.facebook.com/ZenPigBook/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQBjmk7i25Y https://www.instagram.com/zenpigbook/ Adventures with Grammy Newsletter To sign up, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/7ZleyB4 You will receive a micro-book that provides directions for a super fun activity to do with your children and grandchildren! Please sign up for my monthly newsletter, which is for grandparents who want to make a positive difference in their grandchildren's lives, and for parents who want to ensure that special grandparent bond between their parents and their children. Articles will give you exclusive content I will not share on social media and a heads-up about events, products, and books I think you will find interesting. Adventures with Grammy Podcast Do you want to be a guest or know someone who would be an awesome guest? Let us know! Personalized Teddy Bears To buy the personalized stuffed bears, visit https://etsy.com/shop/adventureswithgrammy Adventures with Grammy Network Adventures with Grammy has partnered with creatives around the world to introduce you to amazing children's literature, activities, and adventures. I am thrilled to introduce you to people who are as passionate about their children and grandchildren as I am about mine. I met most of these lovely people through hosting my podcast; others I know from other associations. The bottom line is each of these connections offers something of value to families, so head to the Adventures with Grammy Network and explore! Social Media https://www.facebook.com/grammyadventure https://instagram.com/grammyadventure https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtr9e59lIBxSeHJk52jJB3Q https://linkedin.com/in/adventureswithgrammy Tweets by GrammyAdventure Music: https://audiojungle.net/user/play_m Let me know your thoughts about the podcast: send a Tweet to @grammyadventure or an e-mail to carolyn@adventureswithgrammy.com! #grammyadventure #adventureswithgrammy
This episode features Mark Brown, the author/creator of Zen Pig! Zen Pig is a children's book series that teaches kids about mindfulness, gratitude, self-forgiveness, compassion, and more! Definitely an amazing example of all things STP and something that is "going right" in the world! Mark has a really awesome story that led to him creating Zen Pig and the journey the Zen Pig has created in itself is super inspiring. Mark is also passionate about teachers and giving them all the resources he can. This ultimately led to him and his team creating
There have been some pretty exciting developments in the world this week, chief among them, Crayola is now offering a Colors of the World crayon pack that lets kids everywhere have exactly the right skin tone color for who they want to draw. We talk Crayola, space launches, and so much more on this episode. We recorded this episode on video, so if you'd like to watch us as we talk with you, check out our YouTube page.Here's what we talked about on this week's episode:We discovered what exactly a slushie beer is by enjoying Son of Shakey, a Vanilla Milkshake IPA from Maplewood Brewing. Have you tried a slushie beer? We have a limited amount available at LGCM right now!Nick fully supports John Krasinski selling "Some Good News" to keep the series going. How do you feel about this feel good project continuing?Bridget is a big fan of these Zen Pig books to help fill your child's day with gratitude. Do you have any tips on how to teach children gratitude? (Nick note - Elliot is a very grateful child, and Bridget is a wonderful parent.)Nick is going to keep sharing products he is buying while he's setting up his house. This week he FINALLY got TV's up, and is cutting the cord. To facilitate this, he has a Roku Streaming Stick+ (or two) and it works great with all the various services. Bridget also heartily endorses this product, so get yours right here.Bridget is going to be making this Easy Beef Stir Fry recipe at home this week.And Nick cannot tell you how much he loves this Pork Carnitas Made in Lard recipe. They're by far the most superior taco you'll ever eat.Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy this week's episode, and please subscribe, rate us, review us, and share with your friends! If you like, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram for extra content, or drop us a line at hello dinnerplusdrinks com. We love your feedback and want to interact with you!Cheers everybody!*We may get a small commission if you use our links to purchase products.
8/4/19- We talk to Mark Brown, creator of the Zen Pig children’s book series, about creating media for children that enhances compassion and gratitude. We also talk about his fatherhood and creative entrepreneurship journey, and how his son inspired him to create Zen Pig. Reading List Get the first book in the Zen Pig series […]
In this episode, we talk about Mark's journey as an entrepreneur and author. How he was able to scale his income and, more importantly, his IMPACT to build his company -- Zen Pig, a best-selling children's book series that teaches children (and parents) the importance of gratitude and being present. Things we get into - Funnel Building, Facebook ads, How to scale your Facebook ads, Offer Creation, Email Follow-up Funnels, and More! I HIGHLY recommend going through Mark's funnel. Mostly because the books are SO so good. But also because I want you to see and pay attention to what he does. freezenpig.com
Featured in this episode is Mark Brown, from Zen Pig. He shares his perspective of moving through the world throughout his early 20's without mindfulness, how his practices of affirmations, meditations, and the like have supported him to develop into the person he aims to be in the world, and now as a parent. Upon having his son, Mark and his wife created the Zen Pig series to support the growth of mindfulness and emotional development for children. Mark shares his experiences as a parent utilizing mindfulness, how it shapes him as a parent, and the breathe of life it has given to him as a result. Mark Brown is writer and speaker passionately helping others awaken to a life of purpose, presence and intention. Born in Hampton Roads, VA over 30 years ago Mark Brown now resides in booming Nashville, TN with his wife Amy and son Noble.
Recently while flipping through Instagram I came across @ZenPigBook. Intrigued by the quirkiness, delft illustrations and timeless message I contacted author Mark Brown. He send me a set of Zen Pig volumnes and I am in love.Zen Pig books are beautifully crafted stories that inspire all to lead lives of peace, fulfillment and thanksgiving. Join me as I chat with Mark about the books, the message, and the care that goes into each one and which each sale send out to the world. Support the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)
Recently while flipping through Instagram I came across @ZenPigBook. Intrigued by the quirkiness, delft illustrations and timeless message I contacted author Mark Brown. He send me a set of Zen Pig volumnes and I am in love.Zen Pig books are beautifully crafted stories that inspire all to lead lives of peace, fulfillment and thanksgiving. Join me as I chat with Mark about the books, the message, and the care that goes into each one and which each sale send out to the world. Support the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)
In this episode, we talk about everything from evergreen values to spiritual mindfulness, to his best-selling children’s book series, Zen Pig to his newly developed brand for adults, The Inner Space Program. --- On iTunes:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-lifestyles/id1144743750?mt=2 Website: UnconventionalLifestyles.com --- Show Notes: Tara Brach - A leading western teacher of mindful meditation, emotional healing and spiritual awakening. On iTunes ---- Authors Mark Keeps Around Tony Robbins - American businessman, author, and philanthropist. He became well known from his infomercials and self-help books: Unlimited Power, Unleash the Power Within and Awaken the Giant Within. Eckhart Tolle - German-born resident of Canada, best known as the author of The Power of Now and A New Earth: Awakening to your Life's Purpose. In 2011, he was listed by Watkins Review as the most spiritually influential person in the world. Tick Naught Han - Thích Nhất Hạnh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist. He lives in Plum Village in the Dordogne region in the south of France, travelling internationally to give retreats and talks. Stephen Covey - Stephen Richards Covey was an American educator, author, businessman, and keynote speaker. His most popular book was The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Carl Sagan - Carl Edward Sagan was an American astronomer, cosmologist, astrophysicist, astrobiologist, author, science popularizer, and science communicator in astronomy and other natural sciences. ---- Zen Pig - Mindfulness children’s book series, by bestselling author, Mark Brown. Critically acclaimed children's book character Zen Pig. Every copy sold provides 10 people access to clean water for 1 year! Website: ZenPigBook.com Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Pig-1-Issue/dp/0692428488/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1431950113&sr=8-1&keywords=zen%20pig Trash Hero - The Trash Hero mission is to create sustainable, community-based projects that remove existing waste, and reduce future waste by inspiring long-term behaviour change Website: trashhero.org The Inner Space Program - Mindfulness for adults Website: theinnerspaceprogram.com ---- Find mark online Instargram: markofthecosmos Youtube: Mark Brown - The Inner Space Program https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg36XYH-G6MbdhKccCcS7aw Twitter: @ZenPigBook Website: ZenPigBook.com Patreon.com/theinnerspaceprogram
In this episode I interview Mark Brown, the creator of the "Zen Pig" book series. We discuss the book series, it's creation and goal of spreading mindfulness to children. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-finding-peace/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/on-finding-peace/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices