25. Connecting Kids Back to Nature with Asher Cloran

Asher Cloran is the Director of Life Rocks, a not-for-profit aimed at protecting childhood by connecting children to Nature. Asher is a passionate advocate for Earth Science Education for Kids and having Earth sciences and Nature studies at the heart of the curriculum. Asher has authored the book 'connecting children with nature' and is the co-creator of 'The Soil Education Kit' and "The Soil Book,". Asher is also a holistic lifestyle coach and integrative movement specialist with the C.H.E.K Institute and a bio-energetic nutrition and lifestyle consultant. We discuss the power of Earth Sciences to uplift culture, humanity and the Earth, and why Earth Science ought to be at the heart of the curriculum. We also explore why the schooling systems values are not aligned with our best interests and what we can do to re-shape it, as well as the most prominent myths and mistakes that we need to dispel around health, childhood and our diet. Tune in to learn more about:  How an early connection with nature can help with healthy development  Why our over-emphasis on teaching kids about technology has become a barrier to connection with nature  The importance of leading by example when it comes to protecting the planet  The accidental ways we disempower children when we teach them about the global climate crisis How ADHD can be regulated through nature immersion  What body temperature can tell us about the state of our health  The importance of cultivating curiosity and awe in everyday life  How a lack of curiosity is correlated with higher rates of dementia  Actionable ways to connect with the Earth  … And so much more!  Connect with Asher:  Follow him on Instagram @liferocks.school Follow him on Facebook @liferocks.school Connect on LinkedIn  Subscribe on YouTube at @LifeRocks.School and @LifeRocksKids Connect with Hannah: Instagram: @hannahkeitel