How Awe Helps You Navigate Life's Challenges

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Jan 16, 2025

Discover how moments of awe can uplift caregivers and enhance family bonds. The discussion highlights practical ways for parents to intentionally incorporate awe through nature and music. Heartfelt anecdotes reveal how shared experiences relieve stress and nurture emotional well-being. Explore the transformative power of intention in parenting and the deeper connections it fosters among family members. The power of awe can cultivate a sense of identity and belonging, enriching both caregiving and personal experiences.

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ANECDOTE

Shared Awe Through Documentaries

Noam Osband's son's interest in birds sparked shared movie nights.
They watched documentaries about bird migration and volcanoes, leading to expressions of awe.

INSIGHT

Unifying Power of Shared Awe

Devora Keller noted the shared experience of watching nature documentaries brought the family closer.
This was a rare moment of collective engagement, highlighting the unifying power of awe.

ANECDOTE

Nature's Grounding Effect

Devora Keller found nature grounding during early parenthood in the Bay Area.
Relocating to Philadelphia made replicating these awe-inspiring experiences challenging.

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We explore how embracing awe can uplift caregivers, providing tools to nurture themselves while nurturing others.

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Summary: This week on The Science of Happiness, we explore how moments of awe can transform caregiving. By incorporating awe through music, nature, and shared experiences, Noam Osband and Devora Keller found ways to refresh themselves and foster connection within their two young children. Their stories illuminate the impact of awe on parenting and caretaking, and the importance of intentionally cultivating wonder to enhance caregiving and strengthen bonds.

This episode was supported by the Van Leer Foundation, an independent Dutch organisation working globally to foster inclusive societies where all children and communities can flourish.

To discover more insights from Van Leer Foundation and others on this topic, visit Early Childhood Matters, the leading platform for advancing topics on early childhood development and connecting diverse voices and ideas across disciplines that support the wellbeing of babies, toddlers and caregivers around the globe.

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Today’s Guests:

NOAM OSBAND is a radio producer and anthropologist whose work explores themes of culture, identity, and human connection.
DEVORA KELLER is a physician with a decade of experience building and leading transitional care programs in the safety net. She is board certified in internal medicine and addiction medicine.

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