The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Nicolette Sowder is the founder of A Wilder Child, Wildschooling and the Kid's Moon Club. Nicolette gives all of us permission to be creative about how we structure our lives - to be purposeful and creative in doing so.  She reminds us that we are enough and that we have enough to help our kids bond with the nature that is around them, whatever that looks like.  Nicolette is a poet, a dreamer, a farmer and an entrepreneur, and her ideas will help you expand your thoughts about what your life could look like if you slow down and sync up to nature's rhythms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen in as John Muir Laws (AKA Jack) highlights a litany of benefits simply from throwing a nature journal and some drawing materials into your adventure bag and using it a few times a week. Learning how paying sustained, compassion attention to nature and to the people in our lives can profoundly change the ways we relate to each other and interact in the world. Jack highlights growth mindest and reminds us that we're not stuck with the brains we were born with. He also talks in depth about being dyslexic and almost giving up on himself. You contain multitudes, he encourages and explains why dyslexia is a special gift. You are so much more than the way you spell.  Books mentioned in this transcript. Click links to purchase. How to Teach Nature Journaling: Curiosity, Wonder, Attention The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds Laws Field Guide To The Sierra Nevada (California Academy of Sciences) The Laws Sketchbook for Nature Journaling Get a 1000 Hours Outside Sketchbook! They are 100 pages, with durable double wire binding and are only $8! www.johnmuirlaws.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our bodies talk to us all day long and because of the world that we live in now, we've been trained not to listen to it. American actress Nikki DeLoach walks us through how she uses movement and nature to move grief and trauma out the body. She also gives practical ideas for teaching our children to listen to their bodies. This is a beautiful episode about life and death and love and memories and stormy skies in Georgia and soul connection. You might want to have some tissues ready.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharon Lovejoy's books changed our lives. Her incredible knowledge, wonderful writing and genuine warmth are simply delightful. In this episode we talk about fun topics like: * how a garden is a magical thing and it costs virtually nothing to introduce your kids to this and to have real adventures together.  * leading explorer walks and how they aren't just for kids * fun things to do in the garden, even in the dark at night! ...And a lot more. Sharon is incredible and I know you'll love this conversation!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Play is the main occupation of children. *Kids are experiencing an unrelenting sitting routine that is wreaking havoc on children's minds and bodies. *We want kids to move in ways that make adults gasp. *A child who is spinning is trying to organize their brain. *We're not allowing kid's neurological systems to do their work...... and SO much more. This episode should be on everyone's playlist. Angela Hanscom changed our lives and she will change yours too.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All kids are smart! What a powerful phrase!  In this podcast episode you'll learn new ways to celebrate kids as you help them discover the unique ways in which they are smart. Is your child primarily logic smart, word smart, nature smart, picture smart, people smart, self smart, body smart, or music smart? This episode is jam-packed with practical information you can use within your family starting today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We look in all sort of places for help to be happier. Listen as Andrew Pudewa, father of seven and grandfather of 15 shares his wisdom about being outside for no particular reason and how habits of slowing down can help our overall quality of life. Our world has all the materials we need to grow our imaginations, facilitate contemplation and reflection, and practice being at peace with ourselves.  Andrew is the star of the show at speaking engagements across the country. People literally flock to him. It is a gift to have been able to grab him for an hour and hear the stories of his personal and professional journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can parents who are feeling stressed or overwhelmed during these times use nature as tool for less stress and anxiety, and more peace and presence? How can they help their children utilize simple nature experiences to lead a fuller, more grounded life? Learn this and more in our latest podcast episode with founder of Heartflow Kids, Lauren Betzing.  Learn more about Heartflow Kids here: https://heartflowkids.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn why you are smart and why your kids are smart! John is a favorite friend of ours and we loved diving into the 8 Great Smart, the 5 Core Needs as well as the impact of the third and fourth generations in our lives. And as a bonus, learn how to adapt to 1000 Hours Outside when you don't like being outside :). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our health and wellness is dependent upon our dance with Mother Nature. Listen as Dr. Jacob Liberman walks us through the immense importance of exposing our eyes and our bodies to full spectrum sunlight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices