Just A Dude and The Journey of Bracha Goetz

Summary In this episode of the Just a Dude podcast, Nathan Bollman interviews Bracha Goetz, an author of 45 children's books focused on instilling gratitude and positive values in children. Bracha shares her journey from struggling with food addiction to finding purpose through writing. She discusses the importance of teaching children about disabilities, gratitude, and self-empowerment through her books. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology on children, the significance of connecting with nature, and the role of spirituality in finding happiness. Bracha emphasizes that success is an inside job and that gratitude is key to a fulfilling life.   Takeaways Bracha Goetz has authored 45 children's books that focus on empowering children. Her books address important topics like disabilities and gratitude. Bracha's journey includes overcoming food addiction and finding purpose in writing. Teaching children about gratitude can change their lives for the better. The importance of connecting with nature is emphasized for both children and adults. Bracha believes that success is an inside job, not defined by external achievements. The inner critic is a common struggle, and recognizing it is crucial for self-acceptance. Bracha's books aim to prevent unnecessary pain by educating children early. Gratitude is essential for happiness and fulfillment in life. Bracha encourages using libraries to access her books for those who cannot afford them.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bracha Goetz and Her Work 05:29 The Mission of Growing Impact Publications 10:30 Bracha's Journey: From Harvard to Author 15:21 Exploring the Book: The Mother Who Always Said Yes 24:59 Embracing Nature and the Big Picture 29:45 The Joy of Sharing Messages 35:01 Rapid Fire Q&A with Braca Goetz 39:32 The Power of Gratitude Want to be a guest on Just A Dude Podcast? Send Nathan Bollman a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/justadudepodcast Our Website: https://justadudepodcast.com Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/justadudepodcast https://ko-fi.com/justadudepodcast Please remember to follow, review, like, and share! Your support helps us grow!