160 | Helping Your Kingdom Kids Find Their Rhythm with Dori Stahle

Hey there Grandma, Could something as simple as rhythm help you connect with and support your Kingdom kids differently? As we continue celebrating Grandparents Month, Namma sits down with Dori Stahle, a “rockin’ grandma” of three and the owner of Next Stage Drumming LLC, for a fascinating conversation about drumming, faith, connection, and supporting children and adults with neurodivergent needs. Dori shares how she uses rhythm and hand drumming with clients experiencing autism, ADHD, anxiety, stress, and challenges with focus and emotional regulation. She also introduces simple techniques involving rhythm, breathing, affirmations, prayer, and Scripture that families can explore together. And Grandma, you don't even need a drum to get started! Throughout the conversation, Dori shares practical ideas that can help you think differently about connecting with a child or grandchild who may process, communicate, focus, or respond differently. But this conversation isn't only about drumming. It's also about recognizing that every Kingdom kid is uniquely created by God. Sometimes nurturing them means being willing to learn new ways to reach them, encourage them, and meet them where they are. Dori also shares her own powerful journey. She didn't seriously begin drumming until age 47, and after a serious accident changed her life, she says prayer helped lead her back to something God had already placed in her hands: her drums. Her story leaves us with a powerful reminder: “You don't know what God can do until you say yes.”   Christian Grandma, Here's Your Challenge Think about your own Kingdom kids. Is there a child or grandchild who learns differently, communicates differently, struggles with focus or anxiety, or simply needs another way to connect? Instead of immediately asking, “What's wrong?”, consider asking: “What might help me connect with this child differently?” Listen to Dori's story. Try one of the simple rhythm activities she shares. Most importantly, pray and ask God for wisdom to help you nurture the unique child He has placed in your life. Then share this episode with another Christian grandma, parent, teacher, or caregiver who could benefit from this conversation. Because nurturing Kingdom kids into warriors for Christ doesn't mean expecting every child to be the same. It means learning how to reach the child God actually gave us.   Connect with Dori Stahle Website + Freebie: https://www.nextstagedrumming.com YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@NextStageDrumming Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NextStageDrumming Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@nextstagedori Email: [email protected] Dori’s Books Find Your Divine Rhythm | Amazon & Kindle http://amzn.to/1NYTMYP Rise Up & Rock | Amazon & Kindle https://amzn.to/36W7IV8   WNLOW with Namma & Jo, nurturing Kingdom kids into warriors for Christ through prayer, biblical teaching, and legacy building. Because we don't just leave an inheritance. We leave a legacy that points the next generation to Christ.   With love and child-like faith, Namma & Jo MAKE - A - WILL Resources Click Here   CONTACT US: Email - [email protected]   Stay Connected: ✅ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel → @WnlowWithNammaNJo ✅ Like, Share & Comment to support the journey! ✅ Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wnlowwithnammanjo Facebook: https://bit.ly/wnlowcommunity