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The Great Edventure

by Kristin Carlson

Nothing is a greater catalyst for growth and wanting to better, than being a parent. And yet, staying true to who we are and living an authentic life is also part of the holistic model of thriving as a family. How do we merge the needs, wants and desires of all to create a vibrant, unique and splendidly create life? Join us as we delve into living, learning and parenting off the beaten path. Conversations will explore alternative options in education, healthcare, economic resilience, creative living, adventuring with kids, embodying creative purpose, and living with intention within the container of a family. This journey is a life long education and it's a grand adventure!

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Episodes

  1. The Art of Communication in Families: Nonviolent Communication, Nervous System Safety, and Trust

    Host Kristin Carlson interviews Holly Storm, a certified parenting coach, and Mary Mae, a certified trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication, about creating safety, space, and understanding through Nonviolent Communication (NVC). They share their personal paths into NVC, emphasize it…

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  2. Empowering Echoes: Rachna Patel’s Brain Tumor Survival and the Hands-On Learning Vision Behind RAAC Academy

    Host Kristin Carlson welcomes Rachna Patel, founder and director of RAAC Academy and author of the memoir "Empowering Echoes," to share how surviving a childhood brain tumor shaped her life and teaching. Rachna describes severe, sporadic pain beginning around age seven, an MRI revealing a large...

  3. From Alberta Winters to Puerto Vallarta: Homeschooling, Creativity, and Community with Colby Sherban

    Host Kristin Carlson welcomes Colby Sherban, a mother, artist, and community space-holder, to share how her family left small-town Canada during an Alberta winter for a one-way move to Guadalajara, Mexico, seeking more culture, options, and connection to her husband’s Mexican roots. A planned...

  4. Aging with dignity, support and the company of loved ones with Brynne Malone

    Life is an education and an adventure from start to finish. We often spend much time dreaming up our early years and planning for how we want our life to unfold. But we don't often give the post retirement years nearly as much attention or thought as they deserve. How can we best honor those…

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  5. Magic Pills: Promise or Placebo with Homeopath Ananda More

    Join us as we discuss the inspiration and dedication of bringing to life the documentary film Magic Pills, directed and produced by Ananda More. In this film Ananda travels the world documenting the various uses and successes that homeopathic medicine has had in treating various diseases, even…

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  6. Living Abroad As A Family: Creating community and planting roots with Laura-Lise Wong

    In this dynamic conversation I have the opportunity to learn about the journey of one family outside of comfort zones and into the beautiful great unknown of living abroad with their children. We talk about the benefits of pushing boundaries, of getting uncomfortable and of finding community…

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  7. Cultivating Intimacy and Magnetism for a More Fulfilling Relationship

    How do we move the needle from repetitious relationship issues to lasting, deep connection? What practices and processes are available to us all, whether as a single person, or in a long-term relationship? Join me with relationship coaches, Wouter and Avani Shahlenis, as we discuss common...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Nothing is a greater catalyst for growth and wanting to better, than being a parent. And yet, staying true to who we are and living an authentic life is also part of the holistic model of thriving as a family. How do we merge the needs, wants and desires of all to create a vibrant, unique and splendidly create life? Join us as we delve into living, learning and parenting off the beaten path. Conversations will explore alternative options in education, healthcare, economic resilience, creative living, adventuring with kids, embodying creative purpose, and living with intention within the container of a family. This journey is a life long education and it's a grand adventure!

HOSTED BY

Kristin Carlson

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Nothing is a greater catalyst for growth and wanting to better, than being a parent. And yet, staying true to who we are and living an authentic life is also part of the holistic model of thriving as a family. How do we merge the needs, wants and desires of all to create a vibrant, unique and...

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The Great Edventure is created and hosted by Kristin Carlson.
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