The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Mike McCleod, an executive functioning coach and parent trainer at GrowNOW ADHD, returns to discuss the hidden crises in education and parenting. He highlights the detrimental effects of screens on child development and advocates for outdoor play and real-life experiences as essential for children's success. Mike offers powerful strategies for managing screen time, emphasizing the importance of community involvement. He shares inspiring success stories from families who have replaced screens with meaningful activities, leading to remarkable transformations in their children.

In this insightful discussion, Kirk Martin, host of the Calm Parenting Podcast and an expert on raising strong-willed children, shares practical strategies for parents. He emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts to encourage independence while maintaining structure. With humorous anecdotes, he illustrates how outdoor adventures can engage spirited kids and foster their unique strengths. Kirk also discusses emotional regulation through physical activities, promoting creative solutions for nurturing confident and self-reliant young adults.

Sean Dietrich returns to The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a heartfelt and unforgettable New Year’s episode. Recorded on his way to a show, Sean reflects on loss, resilience, and redemption, sharing stories that blend humor, wisdom, and hope. From his challenging childhood to becoming a celebrated writer, he offers encouragement for anyone navigating hard times, reminding us that even the most broken pieces can form something beautiful. This is an incredibly moving episode.Sean’s reflections explore how life’s toughest moments can lead to transformation, and how small, unexpected decisions often shape our futures in profound ways. His storytelling is infused with laughter, insight, and the hard-earned wisdom that comes from embracing the messiness of life. This episode is a perfect reminder as we ring in the New Year: hope and healing are always possible.**Learn more about Sean and read his phenomenal daily blog here . It's jaw-droppingly good. He also has a podcast, store and events that you can find at that link as well.Get your copy of Will the Circle Be Unbroken? for you and all your friends here**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The incredibly popular guest Pam Lobley joins The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast with Ginny Yurich for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about the pressures modern kids face and the alarming loss of childhood play. Drawing from her heartfelt writing and upcoming book, Pam unpacks how over-scheduled lives and parental peer pressure rob children of the freedom to explore, take risks, and truly play. Together, they discuss letting go, savoring parenting’s bittersweet moments, and how prioritizing play can transform family life. This episode will inspire you to slow down, reflect, and create a childhood your kids won’t have to recover from.**Get your copy of Why Can't We Just Play? hereListen to our other episode with Pam Lobley here . It's Episode 60: We've Forgotten How to Have an Ordinary Time**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we blindly spending childhood and beyond chasing the wrong end goals? In one of the most compelling episodes of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich welcomes back Hannah Maruyama for a groundbreaking discussion about why our education system fails families and how parents can chart a better path for their children.Hannah challenges the outdated narrative of “higher education,” arguing it’s often a one-way ticket to crippling debt rather than success. From the myth that student loans are necessary to the reality that only 7.7% of jobs legally require a degree, she presents powerful strategies to help parents de-risk their children’s futures.The episode dives into practical tools for empowering kids to take ownership of their education, favoring creativity, self-teaching, and skills development over blind conformity. Hannah’s insights—on graduation panic, the trend of down-credentialing, and holding the line against societal pressure—offer a roadmap to creating a future where children thrive without financial or emotional shackles.This is the most important conversation for parents today: an invitation to stop blindly spending childhood years and instead to equip kids with the tools they need to live fulfilling lives. Don't miss this life-altering episode. Share it with friends!**Get your copy of The Degree Free Way Workbook here ! It's the most important workbook you'll ever do with your kids.Learn more about The Degree Free Launch Program hereCheck out the Degree Free Podcast (it's wonderful!!) hereListen to our other podcast episode with Hannah here or wherever you listen to your podcasts. It's Episode #302.**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the new year begins, join Ginny Yurich on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a transformative conversation with Charlie Hoehn, author of Play It Away: A Workaholic’s Cure for Anxiety. Charlie reveals how our modern, work-obsessed culture has stripped both children and adults of the joy and health benefits that come from play. Sharing his own journey through anxiety and burnout, Charlie discusses how simple, playful activities—like playing catch, improv comedy, and unplugged outdoor time—restored his mental health and renewed his relationships.Learn why a lack of play is as harmful as malnutrition, how playfulness is the secret to happier marriages, and why turning off the news could be the best thing you do for your mental well-being. Charlie offers practical steps to bring more play and joy into your life, showing that it doesn’t have to be hard or expensive—it just takes a choice. Rediscover the power of play and start 2024 with a lighter, freer, and more fulfilling approach to life.**Get your copy of Play it Alway hereLearn more about Charlie here and at Author.Inc**Join the 1000 Hours Outside Journey any time!! Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of the most transformative episodes of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich dives deep with Jeff Sanders, productivity coach, author of The 5 A.M. Miracle, and host of The 5 A.M. Miracle Podcast. Together, they explore how intentional mornings can be the cornerstone of a fulfilling life. From practical tips on crafting a morning routine to surprising insights on how transitions, music, and even standing desks can amplify productivity, this conversation is packed with actionable advice. Discover how to harness your best hours, embrace play, and create a life filled with purpose and joy. Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, Jeff’s wisdom will inspire you to reclaim your day and transform your life.**Learn more about Jeff, his book, and his podcast here**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In her third appearance on The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Rachel Cruze dives into the foundational principles that shape how we handle money and life—contentment, gratitude, and generosity. Rachel and Ginny Yurich explore how these timeless values counter today’s consumer-driven culture, helping families focus on what truly matters: meaningful relationships and lasting memories. They discuss Rachel’s children’s books, practical steps to instill these lessons in kids, and the joy of giving as a family. Together, they uncover how aligning your values with your financial decisions creates a richer life—inside and out.Tune in for a conversation that inspires us to prioritize relationships over things and legacy over luxury.**Get your copy of I'm Glad When I Can Share https://ter.li/r88y1b**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In one of the most memorable episodes ever recorded, Ginny Yurich welcomes back Justin McRoberts—author, musician, and master storyteller—to explore the profound shift from “it is what it is” thinking to the transformative mindset of “it is what you make of it.” Through captivating stories and spiritual insights, Justin shares how small, seemingly insignificant actions can ripple into monumental change, how embracing imperfection opens doors to growth, and how a simple shift in perspective can unlock the miracles hidden in everyday life. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and forever changed by this compelling conversation.**Learn more about Justin and all he has to offer including his podcast, his courses, and his coaching hereGet your copy of the wonderful book It Is What You Make of It here**Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackersFind everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethingsOrder of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Dr. John Delony, a bestselling author focused on fostering meaningful connections, dives into the loneliness epidemic we face today. He highlights the importance of reclaiming lost skills in friendship and parenting through intentional relationships. Dr. Delony shares practical tools like 'Questions for Humans' to spark deeper conversations, emphasizing vulnerability and presence. They explore modern challenges, the significance of calming communication in parenting, and the quest for genuine connections in a tech-driven world.