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Like You: Mindfulness for Kids
Like You is a mindfulness podcast for kids. We use breathing, affirmations, music, and imagination to explore feelings, relieve anxiety, encourage self-esteem, and grow empathy, all while having fun! Our podcast creates a safe, calming, and relaxing audio experience for children as they learn to find beauty and wonder in themselves and the world. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. We create the podcast with kids in mind, but we welcome listeners of any age, including parents, grandparen...more
Episodes
Encore: A Mindful Way to Say I Love You
Feb 14 2023
For Valentine’s Day, I decided to share an encore of one of my favorite episodes. This episode features a mindful way to say “I love you” by sending loving-kindness wishes. Some of you grownups might be familiar with a mindfulness practice known as a loving-kindness meditation. This is kind of like that, except we get to make wishes! Find full episode notes and transcript here. Grownups who are interested in loving kindness can learn more here: https://www.mindful.org/this-loving-kindness-medita...more
Encore: Resolutions and Affirmations
Dec 27 2022
As we prepare for a new year, we’ll talk about resolutions and before coming up with our own affirmations for the new year. 🥳
Encore: Holiday Affirmations
Dec 20 2022
Encore episode! In this special mini episode we'll ask questions for reflecting on the past year and the next year, then say some holiday themed affirmations.
A Family of Feelings
Dec 13 2022
On this episode, we’ll talk about how feelings are related to each other - kind of like a family. 👪
When Waiting Feels Hard
Dec 06 2022
Do you think of yourself as a patient person? On this episode we’ll talk about how you can use mindfulness, or other creative ways to pass the time when waiting feels hard. ⏳
Music and Affirmations Part V
Nov 29 2022
This week on the podcast, it's the 5th edition of listener favorite, Music & Affirmations! This episode is allllll full of songs and affirmations. It features a new song called "Wiggle Then Breathe," plus other favorites, "Proud of You," "A Present to Me," and "Forever Now." 🎵✨
Encore: Thinking Thankful Thoughts
Nov 22 2022
Enjoy this encore episode as we approach a season of thankfulness. On this episode when spend some time thinking about what we're thankful for. Plus there's a breathing exercise where we blow autumn leaves out of trees and jump in a pile of leaves! 🍂
Encore: Breathing Out Thanks
Nov 15 2022
Enjoy this encore episode as we approach a season of thankfulness. Today we will spend some time thinking about what makes us feel grateful, then take deep breaths and say "thank you."
Painting a Dream
Nov 01 2022
This bedtime episode is great for keeping bad dreams away and inviting happy dreams. 😴🛏️
Encore: How to Be as Brave as a Lion
Oct 25 2022
Feeling a little afraid during spooky season? Check out this encore episode. Do you ever feel afraid? We all do! Do you wish you could be as brave as a lion? Today we'll learn how! This episode features affirmations from Noah and Mia, and a song called "When I Feel Afraid."
Encore: When You Feel Afraid
Oct 18 2022
Feeling a little afraid during spooky season? Check out this encore episode. Everyone feels afraid sometimes. Being afraid is certainly a normal, healthy part of growing up. With Halloween approaching, it's a great time to talk about fear - how it feels, and what to do with it. 👻
Recharging Your Magic
Oct 11 2022
On this episode, we’ll learn about the magic spark that lives in each of you, and how to recharge our magic. 🪄
Stars Shining Around the World
Oct 04 2022
On this episode, we’ll imagine a night sky full of stars as we remember that it’s always night time somewhere in the world. 🌟🌎🌟
S'more Mindfulness
Sep 27 2022
On this episode, we’ll turn ooey-gooey and imagine being marshmallows as we slowly melt head to toe. 🍫
The Shape of Feelings
Sep 20 2022
On this episode, we’re going to use our imagination to think about the shape of feelings. 🟡🟦🔶🔺
Filling Up With Pride
Sep 13 2022
On this episode we'll think about times we have felt proud, and all the reasons you have to be proud of yourself.
Wishes for People You Love
Sep 06 2022
On this episode, we’ll make a few wishes - for people we love, for people we don’t know, and for ourselves.
Presents From Your Day
Aug 30 2022
On this episode, we’ll think back through the happiest moments of our day and wrap up some presents to give to future you. 🎁
Counting Down Your Senses
Aug 23 2022
On this episode, we’ll count down our five senses, and practice relaxing head to toe. 👀👂🏻👃👅✋
Deep Breath In
Aug 16 2022
Take a deep breath! On this episode, we’ll learn about how breathing plays a part in mindfulness, and how it can help you relax. 💨
Back to School Jitters
Aug 09 2022
For many of you, this time of year means back to school! On this episode we’ll talk about all the different feelings that may go along with that. 🎒
Encore: Quietly in Your Own Mind: Mindfulness Tips for the School Day
Aug 02 2022
Encore: Today we’ll learn some ways to practice mindfulness any time, anywhere, inside your own mind. This episode is inspired by all you kids who are heading back to school. When you can't stop in the middle of the day to listen to a podcast, remember that you have everything you need inside yourself to find your calm and control your own feelings.
Like Your Best Day: A Mindfulness Mashup
Jul 26 2022
It's a mindfulness mashup featuring Like You and Best Day Yet! This is a special episode of the podcast Mashups from Kids Listen. From the Mashups episode description: Meet two mindfulness podcasts. Our friends Noah of Like You and Marjorie of Best Day Yet, along with her kids North and Amelie join us. What kind of game do you think we could play with two mindfulness podcasts? We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribut...more
Encore: A Rainbow After the Rain
Jul 12 2022
Summer Encore: On this episode we'll learn how to use the acronym RAIN to manage our difficult, stormy emotions. Then we'll make our own rainstorm, before finally finding our own rainbow. 🌈
Encore: Riding a Wave
Jun 28 2022
Summer Encore: I'm excited to share a new episode that was inspired by a family trip to the beach. We imagine standing in the water and then surfing big waves, while learning how feelings are like waves that come and go. 🌊
Encore: A Mindful Dance Party
Jun 21 2022
Summer Encore: On this episode, we’ll have a mindful dance party! We’ll learn how dance can help you learn about yourself and be present in the moment. 💃🕺
Encore: Floating on a Stream
Jun 14 2022
Summer Encore: Today's episode is about relaxing as we imagine we are floating on a gentle stream.
Encore: Biking Up and Down the Hill
Jun 07 2022
Summer Encore: On this episode we'll imagine biking up and down a hill, and talk about what to do when we feel like we should give up. 🚲
Encore: Making Mindful Lemonade
May 31 2022
Summer Encore: Are you looking for practice turning something sour into something sweet? Try making mindful lemonade. This episode features an exercise for letting go of anxiety, frustration, grumpiness, or any sort of tension by using your body to act out making lemonade. 🍋
Mindfulness When the News Makes You Feel Anxious
May 24 2022
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so my friend Tracy recently invited me to talk about mindfulness on her podcast, The Ten News. I'll introduce Tracy and her podcast before sharing a clip from the show in which Tracy interviews me about mindfulness and I share mindfulness tips for when the news makes you feel anxious.
Floating in a Hot Air Balloon
May 17 2022
On this episode we’ll go on a mindful adventure in a hot air balloon. We will use a breathing exercise to fill the balloon, then practice letting go of difficult feelings as we imagine untying sandbags until we're light enough to fly.
Mental Time Travel
May 10 2022
On this week's episode, we’ll learn how to time travel in our minds, as a way to help us get through difficult moments. 🕓🚀🕢
Mindfulness for Weirdos
May 03 2022
I hope you’re ready to get weird, because on this episode we’ve got a set of mindfulness exercises designed specifically for weirdos. From silly sounds to funny faces, we'll embrace our weirdness and learn why we should be proud of what makes us weird. 🤪
It's Our 100th Episode! 🎉
Apr 26 2022
🎉 This episode marks a special milestone for our podcast, because it is our 100th episode! We’ll take a look back and a look forward as we think about how ideas grow over time, just like a tree, or even like a person. 🌱🌳 👶🧓
Earth Day Encore: Love Yourself and Love the World
Apr 22 2022
🌎 Special bonus encore episode! For our Earth Day episode, we'll learn how our breathing is connected to the lives of plants, and talk about how to love yourself and love the world. Featuring affirmations from Eso Tolson, and a new song by Noah Glenn.
Let Each Feeling Pass
Apr 19 2022
On this week's episode we’ll use our imagination to create a calm, quiet world around us, we’ll place all our difficult thoughts and feelings on a train and let it pass us by. This episode features a new song: "Let It Pass." 🚂
Name It and Tame It
Apr 12 2022
On this episode we’ll learn to handle our big wild feelings with a technique called name it and tame it.
Dinosaur Mindfulness
Apr 05 2022
On this dinosaur themed episode, we'll stomp and stretch and roar as we imagine being dinosaurs. 🦖🦕
Music and Affirmations Part IV
Mar 29 2022
This week on the podcast, it's the 4th edition of listener favorite, Music & Affirmations! That's right this episode is allllll full of songs and affirmations. It features a new song called "Breathe In Breathe Out," plus other favorites, "Love Yourself and Love the World," "When I Feel Afraid," and "I'm Glad That I Am Me." 🎵✨
Encore: Mindful Magic
Mar 22 2022
While Like You is on Spring Break, we're sharing a couple of encore episodes! Today's episode is called Mindful Magic. We'll use mindful magic to levitate, calm ourselves, and even to travel through time! 🪄
Encore: Making Mindful Luck
Mar 15 2022
While Like You is on Spring Break, we're sharing a couple of encore episodes! Today's episode is Making Mindful Luck. We'll talk about luck and learn a four leaf clover breathing exercise to wish luck for ourselves and others. 🍀
The Sleepy Episode
Mar 08 2022
I know that many listeners have made Like You a mindful part of their bedtime routine. Mindfulness a smart way to relax, unwind, and say goodbye to the day. So today I thought I’d make a special episode that’s made for bedtime, nap time, or any time you need to get a little sleepy.
Weather Your Feelings
Mar 01 2022
On this episode we’ll blow away grey clouds and talk about ways that your feelings can be like the weather. ☀️🌧🌈
A Mindful Pizza Party
Feb 22 2022
On this episode we’re going to have a mindful pizza party! We’ll talk about our favorite pizza toppings, and pretend to be pizza dough rising and cheese melting. 🍕
How Do Feelings Feel?
Feb 15 2022
What would it feel like if you could touch a feeling? How do emotions feel in your face and you body? On this episode we try to answer the question "How do feelings feel?"
Encore: Have You Ever Felt Like an Ice Cream Cone?
Feb 08 2022
Winter weather delayed podcast production this week, so we are escaping the cold weather with an encore episode that imagines being an ice cream cone melting in the Summer sun. 🍦☀️
Visualize Your Goal
Feb 01 2022
There's a common bit of sports psychology that tells athletes to visualize themselves making a goal before they take a shot. On this episode I recall learning this lesson on my childhood basketball team, then explain how this advice is similar to saying affirmations.
Bonus: The Birthday Episode!
Jan 28 2022
It's our birthday, and we're celebrating with a bonus encore birthday episode! Like You launched its first episode on January 28, 2020, so today we turn 2 years old! We decided to mark the occasion by sharing an episode that celebrates YOUR birthday! Today we'll pretend it's everyone's birthday, then you can return to this episode and listen again on your real birthday.
Being Present in the Moment
Jan 25 2022
On this episode, we learn square breathing, and talk about being present in the moment. It also features a new song called "Forever Now."
Stop Sign Feelings
Jan 18 2022
On this episode, we’ll imagine going on a car ride and learn how feelings are like road signs. Then we’ll use the word STOP to help us get through difficult feelings. S.T.O.P. is a well-known mindfulness exercise using stop as an acronym for managing stress, anxiety, and other difficult feelings.
Friendship Soup
Jan 11 2022
On this episode we’ll think about our friends as we warm up by sharing a bowl of chicken noodle soup.
Resolutions and Affirmations
Jan 04 2022
In our first new episode of the year, we’ll talk about new year’s resolutions and before coming up with our own affirmations for the new year. 🥳
Encore: In Between the Past and the Future
Dec 28 2021
It's the last week of the year, and we are replaying a special New Year's Episode. As the year winds down I want to say thank you for spending time with Like You. Here's an encore of one of our favorite cozy winter episodes, In Between the Past and the Future.
Holiday Affirmations
Dec 21 2021
In this special mini episode we'll ask questions for reflecting on the past year and the next year, then say some holiday themed affirmations.
Encore: Let's Have a Snow Day
Dec 14 2021
As the year winds down I want to say thank you for spending time with Like You.Here's an encore of one of our favorite cozy winter episodes, Let's Have a Snow Day.
Encore: Hibernating Like a Bear
Dec 07 2021
As the year winds down I want to say thank you for spending time with Like You. Here's an encore of one of our favorite cozy winter episodes, Hibernating Like a Bear.
Make Three Wishes
Nov 30 2021
✨ On this episode we’ll breathe in rhythm together like an orchestra, then we'll send out three lovingkindness wishes.
Thinking Thankful Thoughts
Nov 23 2021
On this episode when spend some time thinking about what we're thankful for. Plus there's a breathing exercise where we blow autumn leaves out of trees and jump in a pile of leaves! 🍂
How to Untie a Knot in Your Tummy
Nov 16 2021
On this episode, we’ll practice mindful ways to manage your feelings when your stomach feels like it is tied up in knots.
A Mindful Dance Party
Nov 09 2021
On this episode, we’ll have a mindful dance party! We’ll learn how dance can help you learn about yourself and be present in the moment. 💃🕺
Love Lives in Your Heart
Nov 02 2021
Today we have a heartwarming episode, where we will notice our heart beating while we think of people we love. 💞
When You Feel Afraid
Oct 26 2021
Everyone feels afraid sometimes. Being afraid is certainly a normal, healthy part of growing up. With Halloween approaching, it's a great time to talk about fear - how it feels, and what to do with it. 👻
Encore: Happy, Sad, and Spooky Jack-o-Lanterns
Oct 19 2021
Like You is taking a short fall break. While we're gone, I’ve prepared a couple of special treats for you. This week, enjoy an encore of a favorite Like You episode that's sure do get you in the mood for Halloween. On this episode we’ll have a slightly spooky time carving pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns and exploring different feelings.
Bonus: Peace Out Podcast Guest Episode
Oct 12 2021
Like You is taking a short fall break. While we're gone, I’ve prepared a couple of special treats for you. This week I want to introduce you to another podcast I think you’ll enjoy. My friend Chanel Tsang hosts the Peace Out Podcast. Peace Out features mindfulness stories with visualizations and breathing exercises focused on kindness and science facts. Their latest season has an ocean adventure theme, and I’ve had the pleasure of supporting Chanel as an audio editor this season. So I’m sharing ...more
Gimme Some Space
Oct 05 2021
🪐🌟 On this episode, we'll imagine being a star floating in outer space, and we'll learn what we can do when we feel like we need a little space to ourselves.
Proud of You
Sep 28 2021
On this episode we talk about feeling proud of yourself, and I sing a new song called Proud of You.
Music and Affirmations Part III
Sep 21 2021
It's another edition of Music & Affirmations! 🎵 This episode features guest affirmations from Eso and Mia, a new breathing exercise song called "Hold It For a Moment" and some favorite songs from past episodes including "Flying Like a Bird," "Super," and "When I'm Me." Get ready to sing and dance along while taking some deep breaths and saying affirmations.
Butterflies in Your Stomach
Sep 14 2021
Today we’ll talk about what to do with that feeling we call butterflies in your stomach. Then we'll imagine being caterpillars crawling into a comfy chrysalis and transforming into butterflies. 🐛🦋
Quietly in Your Own Mind: Mindfulness Tips for the School Day
Sep 07 2021
Today we’ll learn some ways to practice mindfulness any time, anywhere, inside your own mind. This episode is inspired by all you kids who are heading back to school. When you can't stop in the middle of the day to listen to a podcast, remember that you have everything you need inside yourself to find your calm and control your own feelings.
A Rainbow After the Rain
Aug 31 2021
On this episode we'll learn how to use the acronym RAIN to manage our difficult, stormy emotions. Then we'll make our own rainstorm, before finally finding our own rainbow.
Cookie Mistakes
Aug 24 2021
What do we do when things don’t turn out the way we expected? On this episode we'll explore that idea as we try our best to bake a batch of cookies.
Riding a Wave
Aug 17 2021
We're back from our summer break! I'm excited to share a new episode that was inspired by a family trip to the beach. We imagine standing in the water and then surfing big waves, while learning how feelings are like waves that come and go.
Encore: Feelings are Visitors
Aug 03 2021
It's summer break, and we're revisiting some of your favorite episodes! In this episode we imagine our feelings are visitors stopping by to say hello. We can get to know our feelings and decide which we'd like to invite to stay, and which we'd rather send on their way.
Encore: Countdown to Mindfulness
Jul 27 2021
It's summer break and we're revisiting some of your favorite episodes! On this episode we use a 5-4-3-2-1 exercise to get in tune with ourselves and our surroundings. Then we blastoff into outer space!
Encore: Have You Ever Felt Like an Ice Cream Cone?
Jul 20 2021
It's summer break and we're revisiting some of your favorite episodes! Who likes ice cream? I thought you might! Today we’re going to imagine being a melting ice cream cone.
Encore: The Magical Jar
Jul 13 2021
It's summer break and we're revisiting some of your favorite episodes! In this encore episode, we'll use a magical jar to start a collection of wonderful things that can cheer you up when you need them.
Feeling Comfy Cozy
Jul 06 2021
What makes you feel comfy cozy? Today we'll talk about how we can use relaxing thoughts to feel calm when things feel overwhelming.
How to Be as Brave as a Lion
Jun 29 2021
Do you ever feel afraid? We all do! Do you wish you could be as brave as a lion? Today we'll learn how! This episode features affirmations from Noah and Mia, and a new song called "When I Feel Afraid."
Cooling Your Lava
Jun 22 2021
On this episode, we’ll imagine being volcanoes learning to let our lava cool, and we'll talk about what we can do when we feel like we might erupt.
Would You Rather?
Jun 15 2021
This week's episode features a question game my family loves to play: Would You Rather. This game is all about getting to know yourself and others by considering what you would choose when presented with two options. Play along and maybe you'll surprise yourself!
Biking Up and Down the Hill
Jun 08 2021
On this episode we'll imagine biking up and down a hill, and talk about what to do when we feel like we should give up.
Mindful Magic
Jun 01 2021
This episode we'll use mindful magic to levitate, calm ourselves, and even to travel through time!
A Squiggle Drawing Game
May 25 2021
This week's episode features a drawing game that helps us take a closer look and change our perspective. Grab some paper and something to draw with if you want to play along. The episode also features a new song called "Take a Closer Look."
Music & Affirmations II
May 18 2021
Today's episode is all music and affirmations! Take a deep breath and get ready to sing, dance, and remind yourself how wonderful you are. This episode's songs include "Smell the Flowers," "Thank You," "Head to Toe," and "Starlight."
Turn a Bad Day Into a New Day
May 11 2021
Have you ever had one-of-those-days? You know the ones I mean. We all have bad days sometimes. Let's talk about it, and learn to use our magic new day reset button to turn things around.
Making Mindful Lemonade
May 04 2021
Are you looking for practice turning something sour into something sweet? Try making mindful lemonade. This episode features an exercise for letting go of anxiety, frustration, grumpiness, or any sort of tension by using your body to act out making lemonade.
Riding a Unicorn on a Rainbow
Apr 27 2021
Have you ever ridden a unicorn on a rainbow? Do you like to dance with invisible gnomes on a mountaintop? Or scuba dive with a mermaid rock band? On this week's episode we talk about embracing the unique things that make us different by coming up with fun phrases like "riding a unicorn on a rainbow."
Love Yourself and Love the World
Apr 20 2021
For our Earth Day episode, we'll learn how our breathing is connected to the lives of plants, and talk about how to love yourself and love the world. Featuring affirmations from Eso Tolson, and a new song by Noah Glenn.
You Are a Superhero!
Apr 13 2021
Today's episode helps us all find the superhero inside each of us. We'll save the world with our super breath, come up with our own super names, and learn how our own super powers include anything that brings some good into the world for us and the people around us. We'll also strike hero poses while saying affirmations and listen to a new song.
Giving Yourself a Hug
Apr 06 2021
Today we’re giving out hugs. But they are not for just anyone. You will give a hug to someone very special: You! Take a deep breath and think about something you like about yourself.
Music & Affirmations
Mar 30 2021
Many listeners tell me their favorite parts of the podcast are the affirmations and the songs, so I thought why not create an episode that is ALL songs and affirmations? Introducing a new song "Deep Breath In" along with old favorites "I Like Me" and "Ice Cream Cone."
A Seed Begins to Sprout
Mar 23 2021
Today, we'll imagine growing deep strong roots, sprouting for the first time, and growing tall. This episode picks up the thread from our episode "Planting a Seed" from a few weeks ago. You might want to go back and listen to that one again to remember where we left off, but you can certainly dive right into the new episode whether you've heard the old one or not.
Making Mindful Luck
Mar 16 2021
On this week's episode we talk about luck and learn a four leaf clover breathing exercise to wish luck for ourselves and others.
Planting a Seed
Mar 02 2021
On this episode we imagine planting a seed, and giving it what it needs to grow. We also explore the ways you and I are growing, and sing TWO songs - a brand new mini-song, plus an old favorite.
Feelings Are Visitors
Feb 23 2021
In this episode we imagine our feelings are visitors stopping by to say hello. We can get to know our feelings and decide which we'd like to invite to stay, and which we'd rather send on their way.
Look Up! Look Around! Mindful Observation
Feb 16 2021
Today we'll practice mindful observation, learning to look closely at the details all around us.
A Mindful Way to Say I Love You
Feb 09 2021
My hero, Mister Rogers, often said "there are many ways to say I love you." As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’m sure many of you are thinking about love. So I wanted to share a mindful way to say "I love you" by sending loving-kindness wishes. Some of you grownups might be familiar with a mindfulness practice known as a loving-kindness meditation. This is kind of like that, except we get to make wishes!
The Groundhog's Shadow
Feb 02 2021
For Groundhog Day, we'll pretend to be groundhogs searching for our shadows. I'll also introduce a new mini-song for singing anytime you need to take a breath.
The Birthday Episode!
Jan 26 2021
It's our birthday! Like You launched its first episode on January 28, 2020 and what a year it's been! We decided to mark the occasion by creating an episode that celebrates YOUR birthday! Today we'll pretend it's everyone's birthday, then you can return to this episode and listen again on your real birthday.
Countdown to Mindfulness
Jan 19 2021
It's a countdown to mindfulness! On this episode we use a 5-4-3-2-1 exercise to get in tune with ourselves and our surroundings. Then we blastoff into outer space!
A Mindful Guessing Game
Jan 12 2021
Today we'll focus on our sense of hearing by playing a sound-based mindful guessing game.
In Between the Past and the Future
Jan 05 2021
Happy New Year! I hope you all enjoyed the holidays and found plenty of rest and time together with your household. I'm excited to share the first new episode of the year. In it we spend time looking back, looking forward, and paying attention to now. We'll also come up with our own New Year's Affirmations and listen to a brand new song called "I Like Me." At 18 minutes, this is our longest episode ever! I guess I had a lot to share after 2 weeks off!
Encore: Affirmations and Wishes
Dec 29 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. In this special episode, we are focusing on saying affirmations and making wishes because loving others starts with loving yourself. Featuring affirmations from Noah Glenn, Mia Saine, and Eso Tolson.
Encore: Growing Like Wildflowers
Dec 22 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. On this episode, we’ll pretend to be flowers, and learn that every flower grows differently. Just like a field of wildflowers, our world is full of so many people who are all beautiful in their own ways. Whatever size, shape, or color you are, you are beautiful just as you are. This episode features the original song, "I'm Growing" and affirmations read by Mia Saine.
Hibernating Like a Bear
Dec 15 2020
On this episode we'll relax like a bear preparing for hibernation.
Let's Have a Snow Day!
Dec 08 2020
On this week’s episode we’re having a snow day! We’ll be the winter wind, drift like a snow flake, and melt like a snow man.
Wiggle and Dance Like a Candle Flame
Dec 01 2020
Today we’ll imagine being candles. We’ll light our flame to dance and wiggle, and then we’ll melt like drippy candle wax.
Breathing Out Thanks
Nov 24 2020
Today we will spend some time thinking about what makes us feel grateful, then take deep breaths and say "thank you."
Send a Message in a Bottle
Nov 17 2020
Today we’ll imagine relaxing on a tropical island, and writing special messages to people we love.
An Underwater Adventure
Nov 10 2020
Today we are going to imagine going on an underwater adventure, where we'll meet a talking fish. So strap on your goggles and swim fins and get ready to take some deep breaths.
Breathe In, Breathe Out
Nov 03 2020
Whether you’re holding your breath with nervous anticipation, or whether you’re ready to relax with a sigh of relief, your breath can be like a window into how you’re feeling. And learning how to use your breath can put you in control of those feelings, even when things in the world feel out of your control. This episode is full of breathing exercises that are just as helpful for grownups as they are for kids!
Happy, Sad, & Spooky Jack-o-lanterns
Oct 27 2020
On this episode we’ll have a slightly spooky time carving pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns and exploring different feelings.
A Relaxing Autumn Hike
Oct 20 2020
Today we’re going on a relaxing hike through an imaginary forest, so lace up some comfortable shoes or hiking boots, and press play. This episode features the soothing sounds of nature.
The Magical Jar
Oct 13 2020
Today we’re going to use a magical jar to start a collection of wonderful things that can cheer you up when you need them.
Anxious, Frustrated, and Happy Balloons
Oct 06 2020
Today we'll imagine blowing up balloons before letting the air out, or letting them go. It's a fun tool to use when feeling frustrated or anxious. We'll also visualize sharing our happiness with a friend.
How Are You Feeling?
Sep 29 2020
We're back with new episodes! Today we are going to focus on how you are feeling, and talk about ways you can let a feeling go or share it with someone else. I also sing a new song called "However You Feel."
Encore: A Relaxing Sound Adventure
Sep 22 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. Let's go on a relaxing adventure! We'll imagine we are traveling the world as we listen to the sounds of forests, cities, oceans and more.
Encore: Popping Worry Bubbles
Sep 15 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. Let's pretend we're blowing bubbles! In this episode we'll talk about worry, and how you can pop bubbles filled with your worries.
Encore: It Won't Be This Way Forever
Sep 08 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. In this episode we talk about how no feeling lasts forever.
Encore: Give Yourself a Present
Sep 01 2020
This is a special encore of one of our favorite episodes. Today we'll talk about how you can give yourself a present any time you'd like! All you need is your memory.
Twinkling Like Stars
Aug 25 2020
On the last episode, we imagined watching a sunset together, so think of this episode as part two, because now that the sun has set, we will pretend we are stars twinkling in the night sky. This song features a new song, "Starlight."
Watching a Sunset
Aug 18 2020
Today we'll imagine watching a sunset as we say goodbye to today and hello to tomorrow.
Floating on a Stream
Aug 11 2020
Today's episode is about relaxing as we imagine we are floating on a gentle stream.
Your Turn to Talk
Aug 04 2020
You’re probably familiar with listening to my voice as I talk to you. But today, I want to flip things around and have you do some talking! So this episode is full of questions that I will ask, and then give you the space to think and respond. As always, you’re welcome to speak aloud, or just think your answers in your head.
Growing Like Wildflowers
Jul 28 2020
On this episode, we’ll pretend to be flowers, and learn that every flower grows differently. Just like a field of wildflowers, our world is full of so many people who are all beautiful in their own ways. Whatever size, shape, or color you are, you are beautiful just as you are. This episode features the original song, "I'm Growing" and affirmations read by Mia Saine.
Have You Ever Felt Like an Ice Cream Cone?
Jul 21 2020
Who likes ice cream? I thought you might! Today we’re going to imagine being a melting ice cream cone and sing a brand new song.
You Are Magic!
Jul 14 2020
Did you know that you are magic? So am I! So is everyone you meet. This episode is full of magical facts about people.
Quiet & Loud
Jul 07 2020
Sometimes something that is loud can also be quiet at other times. Like a musical instrument or a storm... or YOU! After making our previous episode, where we talked about storms, I decided it would be a good idea to talk about one of the things that can make storms so scary: Loud noises. So today's episode is all about quiet and loud.
Calming the Storm
Jun 30 2020
Some kids find storms fascinating, while others find them frightening. Today we talk about what storms are and how to calm your fears. We also make a storm of our own that puts you in control.
Cleaning Out Your Attic
Jun 23 2020
Today we’re going to do a breathing exercise that imagines we’re cleaning up the attic. What? I know cleaning may not sound like fun, but with our imaginations, we’re going to create a wonderful relaxing space.
Affirmations & Wishes
Jun 16 2020
In this special episode, we are focusing on saying affirmations and making wishes because loving others starts with loving yourself. Featuring affirmations from Noah Glenn, Mia Saine, and Eso Tolson.
What Kids Can Do About Racism
Jun 09 2020
No one is too young to talk about racism. We don't have all the answers, but we wanted to offer a starting point for learning what you can do about racism whether you are 2 or 10 or 100. After a short discussion about racism, we will hear affirmations from our friend, Mia Saine.
Listening to Your Own Thoughts
Jun 02 2020
Sometimes the best thing to do when you're bored is to sit quietly and listen to your own thoughts. On this episode, we're doing something out of the ordinary for a podcast: we'll sit in silence together to see where our minds wander.
Flying Like a Bird
May 26 2020
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly like bird? Today we'll imagine we are learning to fly.
You're Invited to a Tea Party
May 19 2020
You're invited to an imaginary tea party with me and a special guest you get to choose! We'll whistle or hoot like a tea kettle then cool our tea and take a sip.
Silly Ways to Cheer Yourself Up
May 12 2020
Everyone feels sad sometimes, but if you're looking for ways to cheer yourself up, we have some silly ideas.
Full of Wonder
May 05 2020
Today we’re talking about two kinds of wonder - the kind of wonder you think in your head, and the kind of wonder that makes you say wow.
A Relaxing Sound Adventure
Apr 28 2020
Let's go on a relaxing adventure! We'll imagine we are traveling the world as we listen to the sounds of forests, cities, oceans and more.
Three Things: A Game You Can Play in Your Mind
Apr 21 2020
Today I'll introduce you to a simple game called Three Things. You can play it anywhere, any time; all you need is your mind. The goal is to notice the things around you or the things going on inside you.
Popping Worry Bubbles
Apr 14 2020
Let's pretend we're blowing bubbles! In this episode we'll talk about worry, and how you can pop bubbles filled with your worries.
I'm Glad that You are You
Apr 07 2020
Today we'll talk about being yourself and why that's the best thing for you to be!
It Won't Be This Way Forever
Mar 31 2020
On this episode we learn that no feeling lasts forever.
Make a Loving Kindness Wish
Mar 24 2020
Today we'll learn to make wishes for ourselves and others. This is based on a mindfulness practice adults may recognize as a loving kindness meditation.
Floating Like a Rain Cloud
Mar 17 2020
First we'll float like fluffy clouds. Then we'll talk about angry rain clouds, and let our anger fall away like raindrops.
Bonus: Talking About Coronavirus
Mar 13 2020
On this bonus episode, we're talking about coronavirus - what it is, and what we can do. We also give tips for handling feelings of worry and fear, and we sing a hand washing song that you can sing to make sure you're washing your hands long enough.
Bonus: A Song to Sing While You Wash Your Hands
Mar 13 2020
This hand washing song is included in our bonus episode "Talking About Coronavirus." Be sure to listen to that whole episode if you're wondering how to talk to kids about COVID-19. I've included this song separately on its own so it is easy to find if you want to play it while washing hands.
Give Yourself a Present
Mar 10 2020
Today we'll talk about how you can give yourself a present any time you'd like! All you need is your memory.
Animal Feelings
Mar 03 2020
Today we're taking about feelings and making funny animal noises.
Listening to Your Body
Feb 25 2020
If you know how to listen, your body has a lot to tell you.
Learning to Relax Head to Toe
Feb 18 2020
Take a deep breath, and let's see how relaxed we can get on today's podcast!
Why this Podcast is "Like You"
Feb 11 2020
Have you been wondering what the title of our podcast means? Let me break it down for you! If there are grown-ups listening along, you’ve picked a great episode to get an overview of what this podcast is all about.
Cooling Your Hot Chocolate
Feb 04 2020
On today’s episode we imagine we’re drinking a nice warm cup of hot chocolate, but first, we've got to cool it down.
Growing Like a Tree and a Garden
Jan 28 2020
Today we are going to talk more about growing by imagining we are a tree, and then a garden.
Growing Outside & Inside
Jan 28 2020
Today we are going to talk about how we are all growing… on the outside and the inside.
Getting to Know You
Jan 28 2020
Welcome to the first episode of Like You! Today we'll spend a little time getting to know each other and what this podcast is all about.
Introducing Like You
Jan 02 2020
Like You is podcast for children, exploring feelings & encouraging self-esteem through imagination-based mindfulness exercises. It will be launching very soon so let us tell you a little about what to expect. Be sure to subscribe!