x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Mindful Conversations with KAY

Kidding Around Yoga

Mindful Conversations with KAY is a podcast for parents, teachers, counselors, or anyone who works with children. We will talk about using research based tools and strategies to help increase mindfulness, self-awareness, connection, self-regulation, and peace in your home or classroom. Join hosts Kristi Fischer and Kelly Winkler, Kidding Around Yoga trainers, moms, and educators for some fun and insightful conversations where we take a deep dive into all things kids yoga and mindfulness

kids & family education for kids

All Episodes

00:21:47

Let's Reflect: A look back at our favorite moments...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2023/01/26

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

en-us

00:23:12

The Magic of Mindfulness During the Holiday Season

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/12/01

It's the most wonderful time of the year... or at least it can be, with a sprinkle of mindfulness and a dash of self-care. Listen in as Kelly and Kristi share stories and tips for getting the most of this magical season in this episode of the Mindful Conversations with KAY podcast! *How holiday traditions are special opportunities to practice mindfulness *Letting go of how circumstances "should" be, and celebrate the moments as they are *Cooking as a full-sensory mindfulness experience *The magic of

en-us

00:36:19

Rerelease: Mindfulness: The What, Why, and When of a...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/28

During this episode, Kristi and Kelly discuss mindfulness. What does mindfulness mean and what does it look like? We talk about what exactly mindfulness is and give simple ways that you can incorporate some mindfulness practices into your life and the lives of your children, either at home or in your classrooms. Mindfulness can encompass many different strategies. We go through several different strategies for both children and adults and give you tips on how to get started with a new mindfulness

en-us

00:29:40

Interview with Occupational Therapist, Laura Petix:...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/17

Laura Petix, a pediatric occupational therapist, known on social media as "The OT Butterfly" is the special guest on this episode of the Mindful Conversations with KAY podcast. Kelly and Kristi's interview with Laura is filled with practical techniques and deep knowledge about children's behavior as it relates to regulation. Listen as they discuss: *working with a child's brain (rather than trying to "fix" it) *why it is important for children to be in touch with their physical body, building their

en-us

00:22:58

Rerelease: A Kid's Yoga Class: from chaos to calm

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/14

It's true! A kids yoga class doesn't look or sound like an adult yoga class (and it shouldn't)! Straight from a question on our Mindful Conversations with KAY Facebook page, Kelly and Kristi explain why kids yoga classes may seem loud and unfocused. But there's a method to the madness and as Kelly says, "Sometimes we gotta get loud before we can get quiet". Listen in as the conversation covers: *The importance of proper pacing in a kids class *Finding stillness amidst the busy-ness and chaos around

en-us

00:19:19

Casel Series Part 5: Relationship Skills - building...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/10

Kelly and Kristi are wrapping up their 5 part series exploring the CASEL framework with this weeks discussion about relationship skills. The ability to build and maintain healthy relationships is the ultimate goal in attainting a fulfilling, meaningful life. And believe it or not, kid-friendly mindfulness and yoga practices can build and strengthen these skills. Listen to the episode for: *How mindfulness improves communication skills, active listening, cooperation and collaboration, and problem

en-us

00:22:10

- Rerelease - A Gratitude Practice: What is it and...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/07

As we enter November we are reminded of giving thanks. In this episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY, Kristi and Kelly share the gratitude practices they use in their homes and classrooms to help children recognize all they have to be grateful for daily. As yoga teachers, classroom teachers, and moms, Kelly and Kristi feel particularly responsible for raising grateful children. Aparigraha is a Sanskrit term meaning “greedless-ness” or “gratitude”, and it is one of the basic teachings of yoga

en-us

00:34:49

CASEL Series Part 4: Social Awareness - Growing Our...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/11/03

Social Awareness is the 4th pillar of the CASEL framework and the topic of this episode of Mindful Conversations With KAY. Now that we've built some SEL skills in personal awareness and exploration, we are ready to grow our circle of awareness beyond ourselves through compassion and empathy. Listen in as Kelly and Kristi discuss: *How to move from self-awareness to social-awareness *The importance of modeling and sharing your internal dialog *Starting with simple ways to demonstrate and practice

en-us

00:23:38

CASEL Part 3: Responsible Decision Making

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/27

Today's episode continues the CASEL conversation with an exploration of responsible decision making. Kelly and Kristi discuss the hugely important ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations. Their insights include: *Encouraging curiosity and open-mindedness through yoga postures, music and meditation. *The interaction between regulation and decision making *Yoga-based games to practice analysis and decision making

en-us

00:28:03

RERELEASE: Fall is the perfect time to explore...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/24

Spending time in nature, whether it's on your trampoline in the backyard or along a rocky shoreline, may be the ultimate mindfulness practice. The slower pace, the open space, the feeling of connection all encourage creative and simple opportunities to practice mindfulness with the whole family. In this week's episode, Kelly and Kristi explore nature's effects on our physical and mental health: *Environmental awareness and activism as a mindfulness practice *Nature's restoration power in the digital

en-us

00:25:57

Being Mindful with Technology: The Good, The Bad, and...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/20

In this highly relatable episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY, Kelly and Kristi dive into the pros and cons of technology. The past couple years have really challenged caregivers to find ways to mindfully use technology, screens, and social media. Kelly and Kristi talk about: *How screen time effects our posture, eyesight, self-image, and attention span *The social experiences of technology (both positive and negative) *Methods to mindfully, intentionally utilize and manage technology as a

en-us

00:18:56

Rerelease: Emotional Resilience Through the Practice...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/17

Compassion builds emotional resilience, a trait we want for our children and ourselves (and for the world, as a whole). But how do we encourage compassionate behaviors and mindsets? Mindfulness practices, of course! This episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY explores the critical importance of compassion and empathy in our children's growth. Kelly and Kristi explore compassion by discussing: *How mindfulness practices counteract the destructive results of feeling shame and guilt *Modeling

en-us

00:17:53

CASEL Standards Part 2: Self Management - becoming...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/13

The CASEL conversation continues with today's episode exploring Self-Management: the ability to manage your feelings and thoughts in healthy, helpful ways. Kelly and Kristi share their experiences as yoga teachers and moms as they discuss: *The power of yoga and mindfulness practices in building a Self-Management Toolbox *Why motivation and discipline are crucial Self-Management skills *Building the courage to try hard things and being okay with failing *The importance of self-talk in

en-us

00:24:46

RERELEASE: It is all FUN and GAMES: using play to...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/10

Think back to the good ol’ days of recess and PE when you were a child. Do you remember playing classic games like Hopscotch, Duck Duck Goose, or Freeze Tag with your best buddies? There is a reason classic games are still played today – they are FUN! So why reinvent the wheel? Kelly and Kristi talk about taking an oldie-but-goodie game and yoga-fying it for a whole new (yet familiar) experience in this episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY. Listen in as we explore: *Engaging in play as a

en-us

00:06:30

BONUS EPISODE: Hot Air Balloon Meditation

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/03

A journey of imagination to places real and make-believe. Use this guided meditation as a way to settle energy before it's time to sleep or when anxious thoughts are racing through young minds. Practicing these visualizations strengthens the mind/body connection and further develops a child's focus and concentration.

en-us

00:23:18

Rerealse: Affirmations: A Key to Confidence, Joy, and...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/01

Affirmations are like little magic spells we cast on ourselves to be more confident, more at peace, and more joyful. But how do they work? How do we craft a personal affirmation? And when do we use them? Join Kelly and Kristi in this episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY and learn how to build and use powerful affirmations with the whole family. Join the conversation to discover: *What, exactly, is an affirmation? *How your brain's natural negative bias influences your mind chatter *The power of

en-us

00:31:19

CASEL Series Part 1: Social Emotional Learning -...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/10/01

This episode is the first of five exploring CASEL. The CASEL framework is used as a data-based foundation for Social Emotional instruction. Kelly and Kristi start the CASEL conversation by exploring Self-Awareness: *What it is, why it is important, and how yoga and mindfulness practices help children develop self-awareness *Real life examples of self-awareness in action *Why yoga is the ultimate practice in self-awareness *Games to practice self-awareness *Building mental self-awareness through

en-us

00:26:55

Lessons of Mindfulness, Self-Love, Empathy, and...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/09/29

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

en-us

00:30:39

Somatic Work: Using the physical body to get metally...

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/09/22

We have all experienced episodes of our fight-flight-freeze response... and sometimes we might even get stuck in that stress loop. This is why the practice of somatic experiencing is critical to our mental and physical wellness. In this episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY, Kelly and Kristi dig into this fascinating topic by exploring questions like: *What, exactly, is somatic experiencing? *How can we use physical movements to get mentally/emotionally "unstuck"? *Why is discharging stress

en-us

00:37:46

The Vagus Nerve: A Pathway to a Regulated Mind and Body

Mindful Conversations with KAY ·

2022/09/15

Ready to feel empowered (and a little nerdy)? Kelly and Kristy get into the science of the Vagus Nerve in this immediately applicable episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY. Listen to learn how to turn on your body and mind's "off" switch through postures, breathing, play, and more. Blog Links: Vagus, Baby! How the Vagus Nerve Keeps Us Calm: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/vagus-nerve-vagal-tone-parasympathetic-relax-calm/ Dealing with Homework Tension:

en-us

102 results

Similar Podcasts

NER Kids

NER國立教育廣播電臺

Sheriff Labrador: Summer Mysteries on Rainbow Island丨Kid Detective Stories丨Safety Rules

BabyBus

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

Vermont Public

真爱驻我家

真愛駐我家

妙趣百科丨1000集+小泼猴儿童故事丨十万个为什么

小泼猴故事