Courageously Kind: Recent Episodes
Courageously Kind
Courageously Kind is a podcast and multimedia platform dedicated to sharing stories of people living courageous and kind lives. Each week hosts Maddie and Liz speak with an extraordinary guest, or speak directly from their hearts, in an effort to spread kindness and inspire courage.
In this episode Maddie and Liz sit down with United States Director of Vocations for the Salesian Sisters, Sr. Elfie Del Rosario FMA.
Sr. Elfie is a dynamic and energetic Religious Sister who has dedicated her life to the evangelization of young people and spreading the love and kindness of God.
Sr. Elfie dives into the complex definition of kindness and how she speaks truth to young people in a kind and compassionate way.
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we had the honor of chatting with Marywood alumn Michael Bugno! Michael is the Vice President, Enterprise Experiential Marketing for Fiserv. Michael began his career at Walt Disney World and continued his career at major networks including Food Network and Comedy Central. His also serves as Vice Chair of the Board here at Marywood.
Michael is also the creator and author of The Bugno Buzz, an online community and blog dedicated towards celebrating kindness and connecting professionals together to make a difference!
We chatted about the Bugno Buzz, finding your passion and discovering your purpose, and how to lead with kindness!
Follow the Bugno Buzz and the incredible work the Michael does here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bugno/
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Kicking off our Kindness Stories series is a story from a few years ago that inspires us to go out of our way to make someone's day feel special!
Sometimes just one gesture (and a kiss from a Blue Man!!) is all you need to make a memory that will last a lifetime :)
Tells us YOUR kindness story at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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Everyone has a story of kindness that has changed their life.
We want to hear YOURS!
Tell us about the time someone was kind to you and we'll read it on the air!
Email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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In this episode Liz and Maddie chat about all things 2024 at Marywood University!
From a new university president to the sitting US President visiting Scranton PA, 2024 was packed with excitement!
You can watch the filmed version of this episode on our YouTube channel: Courageously Kind!
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In this exclusive interview Maddie sits down with the president of Marywood University Lisa A. Lori to chat about what it's like to be a university president, her goals for the future and her recent Inauguration!
Even if you are not a part of the Marywood community, President Lori's story and her passion to ignite the light in her community is so inspiring!
For more info on Marywood University and President Lori check out www.marywood.edu
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WE'RE BACK!
After a bit of an impromptu summer break, podcast episodes are back!!!
In this episode, we recapped our Advocacy Trip to Washington D.C. and shared some updates on on-going summer projects for Courageously Kind!!
Looking forward to getting back in the studio and filming in person soon!
Enjoy the rest of summer!! :)))
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If you’ve been following us for a while, you know how much we love and appreciate the Anewalt family!
Gerardo worked for Anewalt’s for many years, and right now he is in desperate need of our help.
Please consider donating to help Gerardo’s wife Myra get her new kidney ♥️
https://gofund.me/9cc9a31e
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In episode 3, our dear friend Lucia shares with us her recent service trip experience and the role that inclusion plats in service to others. We also talked about her passion for environmental advocacy!
Lucy is a true advocate and a friend to all! Chatting with her was such a joy, and to be reminded of the importance of services is necessary for us all.
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MJ Haynes is the president and founder of of Pacers Against Sexual Assault. They are currently studying art therapy and clinical psychology with a minor in counseling and development. They are a fierce advocate for kindness, mental health, accessibility and inclusion on college campuses. They are passionate about art, politics and finding new ways to learn and grow
Inclusion is a mini-series by Courageously Kind to fulfill Maddie and Liz's Multimedia Senior Capstone Project!
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Dr. Helen Bittel is the founding director of Marywood’s Center for Transformational Teaching and Learning. She has impacted and inspired students at Marywood University for over 20 years through teaching courses like Feminist Writing and Rhetoric, Children and Young Adult Literature, British Literature. Throughout her teaching Bittel focuses on transformational relationship-rich education instead of transactional education. She believes that student’s social and emotional needs are inseparable from cognitive or academic needs, and her students deeply appreciate her teaching methods.
Inclusion is a mini-series by Courageously Kind to fulfill Maddie and Liz's Multimedia Senior Capstone Project!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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Our guest this week is working to make good news easily accessible via social media!
Jenn is known as That Good News Girl on Instagram and TikTok, and her videos will make you smile!
In this episode, we chat about the importance of intentionally seeking good news, and sharing positivity and optimism online!
Note: this episode is a re-release from March 2023
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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We had the incredible honor of speaking with Melissa, from the award-winning Documentary "From My Window". The film features her story as a young woman with cerebral palsy embarking on a journey to climb a mountain range in Colorado.
In this episode, we talk about what it was like to be the subject of the documentary, and Melissa shares some behind-the-scenes exclusives! She also shares with us a bit about No Barriers, the organization that helped organize the climb.
Melissa is truly one of the most courageous people we have ever met, and she shared with us several inspiring sentiments about cultivating inner courage and kindness
Watch "From My Window" here!
and check out No Barriers at their website!
Note: this episode is re-release from February 2022
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we're diving into to the fascinating world of social media influencers!
People have turned social media posting into a career, but is this really a good thing?
Where does privacy come into the mix? What about boundaries?
We'll explore it all! And offer some advice about practicing mindfulness online.
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we had the honor of speaking to Kiersten, the administrative assistant, staff member, and a former camper parent at the summer camp Brave Trails.
Camp Brave Trails offers summer camps, backpacking trips, family camps, mental health services and more for LGBTQ+ youth and their families.
The camp creates a safe space for young people while encouraging them to find their voice and use that voice to make a positive impact in the world.
To get involved with Camp Brave Trails and support the amazing work that they do, head over to their website or follow their Instagram!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we had the joy of speaking with Lindsay, the Director of Communication and Stewardship of Best Buddies International!
Best Buddies International is an amazing organization that works to enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Their mission is to enrich lives through their four pillars; One-to-One friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living.
We chatted about all four of these pillars and how YOU can get involved with this amazing organization!
Feeling inspired by this conversation? Get involved with Best Buddies International by visiting their website HERE!
Follow Best Buddies International on Instagram, and Facebook to stay up-to-date with all of their incredible events!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Tanya, the co-founder of Chords for a Cause.
Along with her sister, Tanya was determined to share her musical talents with others and use them to make a positive impact in the world.
To watch the video Maddie mentioned about the ballerina click here!
Chords for a Cause holds benefit concerts for a variety of important causes, performs in care facilities, and also gives music lessons to kids!
To support this awesome organization head to their website!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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We had the honor this week to chat with online climate activist and former figure skater Jacob Simon.
After creating Climativity as part of a college project, Jacob was determined to report on positive stories surrounding climate change and our environment.
Jacob shared with us some great tips to prevent doom-scrolling and remain hopeful when we consume media that may contain heavy information. We are so grateful for his wisdom!
Follow Jacob on TikTok to receive uplifting climate news!
Receive your weekly Climativity newsletter!
Creators! Sign the Clean Creator Pledge here!
Download the app One Sec here!
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This might be our funny episode yet! We laughed so hard with twin sisters Wesley and M.E!
This dynamic duo does it all! From advocating for Face Equality to critiquing mac and cheese from around the country to traveling the world, these two are full of life and love!
In the midst of our giggling, we chatted about sisterhood, advocacy, and living life to the fullest!
To keep up with the Sander sister’s adventures, follow Wesley and M.E on Instagram!
Read Wesley’s blog here!
For Mac and Cheese Reviews follow God Bless the Cheese on Instagram
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we chatted with the amazing author, podcaster, photographer, and body image educator Teri Hofford!
We loved learning about The Geode Theory, self-acceptance, and what to do when you’re feeling “squidgy feelings”.
In addition to body image, we also chatted about how to build a heart-centered business, and finding your perfect path in life!
Connect with Teri on her Instagram page, or her website!
Click here to learn more about Body Image Bootcamp!
Get your copy of The Geode Theory today!
And listen to Teri’s podcasts Squidge and Beyond the Body!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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Can online activism make a true impact? In this week’s episode Maddie and Liz dive into the world of “clicktivism”, its benefits, its disadvantages and all of the above. Online activism can sometimes get a bad rep! One main point that Maddie drives home is that our digital spaces are incredibly intertwined with the physical spaces we interact with.
It is essential that we treat our digital spaces and physical spaces with the same effort of kindness and compassion. We encourage our listeners to reflect on their interactions within digital spaces and how social justice and advocacy is intertwined within their daily lives both physically and digitally.
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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One common theme of this season of Courageously Kind is SISTERS! We’re speaking to many sets of sisters who are working together to make the world a better place!
This week we are diving into Small Bits of Happiness with creators Mercedes and Anastasia who are dedicated to helping teens find joy and happiness throughout their teenage years.
Through their blog, card game, social media presence, and more, these sisters are encouraging all of us to seek the good in each and every day!
For more information and resources from Small Bits of Happiness visit their website!
You can keep up with Mercedes and Anastasia on Instagram and Tiktok!
Visit their web store for their amazing merch line and card game!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we had the joy of connecting with Face Equality Activist and host of the Children’s Craniofacial Association’s (CCA) “OUTREACH” series Aaliyah Booker!
Aaliyah is a natural leader, advocate, and cheerleader! Everyone in her presence receives love and support!
We talked about the importance of finding community, being a role model for others, and lifting each other up!
You can’t listen to this episode without feeling loved and inspired! You can follow Aaliyah and support her activism on her Instagram and watch her amazing OUTREACH Series on CCA’s YouTube channel!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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Hello Hello Hello!
It's been a little while since we've done a life update! Let me tell ya, life has been movin' and groovin' Our biggest update is our BILLBOARD (WHAAAAAT) that is so crazy to say!
We want to give a HUGE thank you to Anewalt's Landscape Contracting!!! They are absolutely EPIC and we are so grateful for their encouragement and support!
Check them out!!
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NOTE: This is a re-released episode, originally released in 2021.
We LOVE Halloween!
Almost as much as we love advocating for Face Equality :)
Join us this week as we discuss ableist Halloween costumes and how to avoid them.
To learn more about this very subject, check out this amazing article posted on Face Equality International's website https://faceequalityinternational.org/why-is-halloween-difficult-for-the-facial-difference-community/
Have a safe, happy, kind Halloween :)
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This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Kristina the creator of YOO+MEE a digital studio and community dedicated to self-expression and self-healing.
We chatted about her beautifully crafted “soul-aligned designs”, her intentionality within her work, and her setting boundaries with social media spaces.
We hope this conversation inspires you to think about your own healing journey, and as always, kindness.
Follow Kristina on Instagram
Join the Heartist Portal
Keep up with all things YOO+MEE
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This week we had the chance to FINALLY connect with one of the first people we connected with in the Facially Different Community!
Megan is a mom, a birth doula, a singer, and Face Equality activist with over 10,000 followers on TikTok!
Chatting with Megan is like chatting with a lifelong friend.
Despite the technological challenges we had during this episode, it was such a fun and laughter-filled conversation, and we can't wait for you to hear it!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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Did you know that volunteering your time can lower depression, reduce stress, and increase dopamine release?!?
Beginning to volunteer whether through an organization or on your own, can be a daunting task!
This week we are breaking down some of the ways that you can volunteer in your community and make a BIG difference.
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we chatted with Sterling Marchand, co-founder of Be The Good, a non-profit in the D.C. area that provides food for those who need it.
Sterling and his wife, Amber, founded the Project with their four children during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sterling shared with us the inspiring story of how the Be The Good Project came to be and encourages listeners to get involved with volunteer opportunities in their own communities.
You can help support Be The Good here!
And check out their website here!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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We all could be kinder to our bodies.
But it can be hard to be kind to ourselves and our bodies when negativity toward our bodies can start at such a young age.
Last week we talked with the incredible Tyler Feder about the importance of positive body education, especially for kids!
This week, Liz and Maddie break down some tips we've found helpful for improving self-body image!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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This week we chatted with an incredible artist and author, Tyler Feder!
Tyler talked with us about her latest book Bodies Are Cool! in which Tyler celebrates and honors ALL different kinds of bodies!
We also talked about her book Dancing at the Pity Partyand an upcoming book Are You Mad At Me? that she wrote with her sister, Cody!
Check out some things we mentioned in the episode!
Tyler's beautiful Self-Portrait!
Diverse Classics Collection!
Tyler's Etsy shop, Roaring Softly
And check out Tyler's website!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
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After our conversation with Lizzie Velasquez, we were reflecting a lot about how we control the narrative of own our stories. Ultimately we all should take ownership of our own stories and we get to choose how to tell them.
This week we chat about how to be mindful of your own story and your power to reclaim your story as your own!
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Season 4 is almost here!!!!!
We'll see you back here REAL soon!!!
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Our last mini-episode of the summer!
Today, Maddie shares some tips for college freshmen, or anyone returning back to school this time of year!
The new season of Courageously Kind is coming so! very! soon!!!
Enjoy the end of your summer! :)
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It's our 100th episode! (kind of....)
To celebrate we're sharing with you some memories, funny moments and stories from our 3 years of podcasting!
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For some reason during the summertime I find myself struggling with comparison.
Comparing myself and my life to the lives of others.
It can be hard to overcome, but a little gratitude and some boundaries are a good place to start :)
- Maddie
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Are you feeling stuck to your screen? You are not alone! As we enter the second half of summer join Liz in setting aside your phone, tablet, computer, or any screen that is keeping you from living life to the fullest!
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Welcome back!
In this week's episode, Maddie chats about how she's finding the balance between work and fun this summer.
And.....
Something new and exciting!
We're releasing Video Diaries on our Youtube!
Check them out here!
And stay tuned for more mini-episodes throughout the summer!
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We seriously think Pamela is a Disney Princess in real life!
Pamela is absolutely radiant! Her kindness and joy are so refreshing and so needed in our world!
We had the BEST conversation about her mission to bring kindness to people via her Instagram show Kind Time!
Check out Kind Time with Sam Humphrey and Jenn from That Good News Girl!
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You may have noticed we've been a little quiet during these past few weeks...
A LOT of exciting things have been happening! and taking up a lot of our time!
Here's a little taste of what life has been like for us recently.
We're back to creating and releasing new content for you!
Thanks for sticking with us :)
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This mother's day we’re re-releasing an episode with our dear mother!
We talked about motherhood, her spiritual story, her advice for fellow parents of children with facial differences, and more.
She also drops some pretty good one-liners in here for you!
Happy Mother's Day Mom!
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You may have heard the term "Kindness Influencer" being thrown around on social media, and while this sounds like an awesome concept, these content creators sometimes do more harm than good.
In this week's episode, Liz and Maddie share some concerns about "trending kindness", and urge you to be mindful and conscientious of the content you consume.
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This week we had the honor of chatting with Bryan Tsiliacos, founder of 30 acts by 30!
Bryan is on a mission to perform 30 HUGE acts of kindness before he turns 30 years old!
Bryan has given back to his community in extremely impactful ways, including his school-supply drive, as featured in ABC News!
A huge thank you to Bryan for sharing his journey with us!
Follow his journey on Instagram :)
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Last week was our first-ever Kindness Week!
We hosted various activities and events to promote kindness on Marywood University's Campus.
In this episode, we're breaking down each day of Kindness Week and sharing with you some behind-the-scenes moments!
A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make Kindness Week 2023 a success!
Keep an eye on our website for more info on how to bring Kindness Week to your own community!
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This week, Courageously Kind in collaboration with MMG will be hosting Marywood's first ever KINDNESS WEEK!
Even you're not on Marywood's campus, you can still get involved with the kindness week festivities!
Keep an eye on our Instagram for updates!
Check out Kindness Features on The Wood Word's website!
And stay tuned to Marywood's Multimedia Communcations page for updates too!
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We are both SO excited to announce the FIRST Courageously Kind Spin-Off, The Courageously Kind Finance Podcast!!!
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Our guest this week is working to make good news easily accessible via social media!
Jenn is known as That Good News Girl on Instagram and TikTok, and her videos will make you smile!
In this episode, we chat about the importance of intentionally seeking good news, and sharing positivity and optimism online!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
When was the last time you truly rested?
Besides your usual sleeping habits, what does rest look like to you?
This week we are unpacking how difficult rest can be and why it’s so necessary. Rest is SO important when talking about kindness because remember, you can never pour from an empty cup!
Check out last week's episode here!
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Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?
Our guest today Lucy believes in sweet treats for all! (and we do too!)
Lucy is the founder of Lil’s Parlour, a pay-what-you-can bakery in the UK. Her mission is to share happiness and delicious desserts with anyone and everyone.
We are so inspired by Lucy and Lil’s Parlour.
If you’re feeling inspired too and want to pay it forward, please consider making a donation to Lil’s Parlour here!
Check Lil’s Parlour’s Instagram
And have a sweet treat today! You deserve it :)
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This week the two of us are taking a vacation!
Just kidding!
But we are talking about how to look at kindness through the lens of travel because kindness NEVER takes a vacation.
We challenge you this week to see kindness in a new way and to always be courageously kind!
This episode was inspired by our conversation with Jessica from Kind Traveler!
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Our guest today is totally revolutionizing the way we kind about kindness and tourism.
Jessica Blotter is the founder of Kind Traveler, a company that allows travelers to positively impact the communities they travel to.
Kind Traveler allows travelers to look through a lens of kindness, and optimize their experience to be one that positively impacts individual wellness, sustainability, communities, and even animal welfare!
To check out the work Kind Traveler is doing or to book hotels through them, check out their website here: https://www.kindtraveler.com/
As mentioned in the episode:
- Kind Traveler Impact Tourism Report: https://www.kindtraveler.com/content/2022-kind-traveler-global-impact-tourism-report
- My Regenerative Journey in Oahu with Kind Traveler: https://www.kindtraveler.com/content/my-regenerative-journey-oahu-kind-traveler
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Valentine's Day is typically considered a day to celebrate romantic love, but we want to celebrate all kinds of love!
Sisterly love, friendly love, and even self-love are SO important and can be celebrated today!
Liz and I have a special connection to Valentine's Day, so in this episode, we share the story of the day we first met! (kind of? you'll have to listen to the episode to know what we're talking about!)
Lots of love from us to you!
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What are you doing on July 21st at 10 am?
We’ll be jumping for joy! And we hope you will join us!
This week we talked with Wellington, the creator of Mankind’s Jump for Joy!
Wellington shared where the idea for the Jump for Joy came from and how a single moment can lead to unity and togetherness.
Check out his website!
And jump with us in July!
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This week we’re reflecting on confidence and how we can channel confidence in order to encourage kindness!
Not only is confidence an act of self-kindness, but it can also give us the reassurance we need to live courageously kind lives!!!
To boost confidence this week, make a list of all your strengths and celebrate how those can help others!
To hear more about kindness check out last week’s episode with Isabella Marchese!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
This week we're joined by social media coach and entrepreneur Isabella Marchese!
We had a great conversation about finding the courage to follow your own path, growing in confidence, and building genuine and kind connections.
To learn more about Isabella or book a coaching session with her, visit her website here: and check out her Instagram here!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
This week we're breaking down a concept that seems innocent enough, but can sometimes do more harm than good.
Inspired by our conversation with Megan Snedden, founder of The Kind Effect, we're diving deeper into the world of kindness and boundaries.
We don't talk enough about the importance of boundaries. Boundaries can keep us from burning out and resenting the people we're trying to be kind to.
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
This week we're joined by the incredible Megan Snedden, founder of The Kind Effect!
The Kind Effect is a random acts of kindness movement designed to inspire others to treat others kindly!
We talked about the origins of The Kind Effect, and some recent acts of kindness she has organized (including something called "The Kindosaur", which I promise, will make you smile!).
We also dove a little bit deeper into the importance of self-kindness and setting healthy boundaries.
It was SUCH a joy and an honor to chat with Megan!
Stay up to date with The Kind Effect on their Instagram, and stay up to date with Megan on her Instagram too!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
The holidays can be a time of great joy for many people, but for others, this season can be a season of grief, loneliness, and stress.
We released an episode last year called The Most Frustrating Time of the Year but in this week’s episode we wanted to share with you some ways to cope with these big emotions.
During the holiday season please remember to check in on your friends, your family, and your neighbors to see if you can share your kindness with them. And share some kindness with yourself too!
What is your favorite holiday tradition? Email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com or send us a DM on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
This week we had the honor of chatting with Jeanine, a kindness hero who started Operation Be Kind to share necessities and kindness with those in her community.
A simple mother-daughter project turned non-profit, Operation Be Kind serves lots of different demographics, from people experiencing homelessness, to students in need, to cancer patients.
We hope that Jeanine's words inspire you to care for those in your community in some way, especially during this holiday season.
To check out the amazing work Operation Be Kind does and to donate to their mission, visit operationbekind.org
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
In the spirit of the holiday season, we are feeling extra thankful! And we want to share this gratitude with you!
This week we have compiled some quick easy ways that you can express gratitude and keep a grateful mind and heart this holiday season.
As always we want to thank YOU, dear listener, for your love and support and your longing to make the world a kinder place. We hope you know how grateful we are to you and we are sending you all the love in the world!
What is something you are grateful for today? Email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com or send us a DM on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
We finally completed the Courageously Kind/PositiviTEA/The Student Counsel trilogy!
We were honored to join Carter on his podcasts and equally as honored to have him on ours.
We had a great time catching up with Carter, talking about what we've all learned through podcasting, and his latest entrepreunial venture!
Check out Carter's Podcasts here:
The Student Counsel: https://open.spotify.com/show/70IDDuNZU2Q0EMNmCfF92N
PositivTEA: https://open.spotify.com/show/0omnaev4FVNzG7TE3jVGb6
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
Happy World Kindness Day!! In celebration, we compiled kind messages from our Kindness Heroes who have been previous guests on our show. A huge thank you to all of our guests who sent in messages!
We hope that these messages inspire you to live every day as if it were World Kindness Day! Wishing you a wonderful week!
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
Hello!
By the time you are reading this, Liz and I will be 20 years old.
We've learned a lot throughout our lives and we wanted to share some with you!
Some of them are serious, but we were able to slide some silly ones in there as well :)
Lots of love!
Maddie and Liz
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
This episode was inspired by our conversation last week with Nōn Wels, founder of The Feely Human collective and host of Movies That Make Us Feel (Listen here on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/feelyhuman)
We chatted with Nōn for a bit about our favorite movies, and it made us realize how movies have been so impactful in our lives.
In this episode we share with you a few movies that moved us in some way, whether that was just giving us the giggles or by making us cry out eyes out, movies can have such a profound impact on our lives.
What's a movie that impacted your life? Email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com or send us a DM on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
We had the absolute honor to chat with The Feely Human Collective founder and host of You, Me, Empathy, Nōn Wels!
Nōn dropped some serious wisdom on us, and even made us cry a little bit! (in a good way! feeling your feelings is good!)
This is seriously one of the most insightful conversations we've had on the show, and we're so excited for you all to hear it.
If you want to connect with the amazing work Nōn does, check out his website here https://feelyhuman.co/
Follow him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/feelyhuman/
Listen to You, Me, Empathy here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2yv5VMfhvNrkZk8bUb5Lso
Check out the episode that Nōn mentioned here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6UvRscIktHMFzxWZpnFp50?si=60322d935e7547ad
For more, follow us on Instagram. Questions? Comments? Concerns? Check out our website here, or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
Be kind to yourself and others today :)
Have you ever found yourself staring at Twitter for hours, feeling hopeless and overwhelmed by an endless stream of bad news?
Doom scrolling feels inevitable sometimes, so we compiled some tips to help you the next time you find yourself glued to your screen!
This episode was inspired by last week's episode with Good Good Good CEO/Founder, Branden Harvey. You can listen to that episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zt5PpNIelrsR7oE4jGvGn?si=H6UZ7LImR22k-3qQqfHI4g
Have a good week :)
See ya back here real soon!
This interview was good good good! (See what we did there?!)
This week we had the honor of chatting with the founder and CEO of Good Good Good, an organization dedicated to ONLY good news!!!
Through their newsletter, podcast, and actual, real-life, physical newspaper, Good Good Good helps share hope and optimism with anyone who wants it.
We had a great chat about how Good Good Good began, the importance of mindfully consuming news, and how to deal with feelings of hopelessness.
To check out Good Good Good, head to their website for all that good stuff! https://www.goodgoodgood.co/
Thanks for listening!
See ya back here real soon :)
This week we are joined by one of our dearest friends!
Milaya is a journalism student who recently completed an incredible internship with The News-Gazette in Champaign Illinois.
It was amazing to catch up with her and talk about what she’s learned from her internship, the importance of getting comfortable being uncomfortable, and how we’ve all grown in the past couple of years
To check out some of Milaya’s writing, follow this link! https://www.news-gazette.com/search/?l=25&sort=relevance&f=html&t=article%2Cvideo%2Cyoutube%2Ccollection&app=editorial&nsa=eedition&q=milaya&fbclid=IwAR3RG7t7JXFPL1yuUOMLzZlQLMZamdoYtwwQQ7_rdF7DvO0kmkHGeTzXCxQ
To follow her Instagram, follow this link! https://www.instagram.com/miacolwelll/
Thank you so much for listening!
See ya back here real soon :)
This week we're joined by our dear internet friend Ashley!
Ashley runs a blog called Cleft Love where she talks about all things Face Equality, Self-Love, Self-Acceptance, and more! We chatted about how Cleft Love got started, her work with Smile Train, and what it's like to run a social media platform.
She also mentioned a super secret project that we can now talk about! For more info check out this link: https://www.smiletrain.org/lovemeetsjoy
To follow Cleft Love, check out this link: https://www.instagram.com/cleftloveig/
Thanks for listening!
See ya back here real soon :)
Do you want to journal but don’t know where to start?
Are you looking to deepen your love for yourself and others?
And do you want to support Courageously Kind?
Check out The Self Kindness Journal!!!
Comprised of 30 prompts to help you get started, these journals are a great way to explore the relationship you have with your body, mind, and soul.
The Self Kindness Journal is out NOW!
Get it here https://a.co/d/hECRMRM
Thanks for being here and supporting us :)
Lots of love,
Maddie and Liz
There's a leader within all of us. How do we identify leaders in ourselves and our communities?
It takes kindness and a whole lot of courage to discover the leader within ourselves, and to honor the leaders we find in others!
This past week we had the privilege of chatting with some amazing students and fellow leaders from New York State at the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference. Huge thank you to Bradley Cech for this opportunity!
For more follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Questions? Comments? Concerns? email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
This episode starts our summer series!!! ⛱☀️As we focus on the product of Season 3 we are switching to a more relaxed style! Today we chat all about where Courageously Kind is headed as we carve out a kind corner of the internet!
For more kindness check out our Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Have a question, comment, or concern? Email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com 💛
To celebrate this year's Face Equality Week we compiled an episode with highlights from a few of the incredible Face Equality activists! We spoke with Kim Teems Fox the President of FACES, LaDarius Davis from The Healing Heart, and Ashley Barbour from Cleft Love! Whether you are personally affected by facial differences or not, this week is a great reminder to be kind to ALL!
For more check out our Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
College can teach you about a lot more than just academics.
Looking back on our first year of college, we learned a lot about ourselves, about life, and about how to get through hard times.
Whether you're a college student or not, here are some tips that can help you be more courageous and to step outside your comfort zone; it's not always easy, but it is definitely worth it!
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
This is Part 2 of our conversation with Joshua Thomas Gray, a filmmaker who shares in our vision to make the internet a kinder place!
This week we talked about his solo trip to Iraq (it's an amazing story!), and about the current state of social media.
Check out Part 1 of this episode if you haven't already to hear about Joshua's recent empathy-building experiment and follow his TikTok and Instagram @joshuathomasgray
In this week's episode, we spoke with the incredible, insightful, and inspiring Joshua Thomas Gray!
In Part 1 of this episode, we chatted all about his "daily empathy experiment", the ever-changing world of social media, and how we can connect with each other in this digital world.
Tune in next week to hear all about Joshua's courageous solo trip to Iraq!
Check out the Empathy Building Experiment on his TikTok @joshuathomasgray
or on Instagram @joshuathomasgray
This week we had the honor of chatting with Jenna, a filmmaker from Upstate N.Y. about their current project, "Steward", a documentary short film about a black-owned family farm in Windsor N.Y.
Jenna shared a little bit about the film, how they found this family farm, and the complexities of sharing the story of a black family as a white filmmaker.
To follow the farm and the film's progress, head over to Instagram @steward.film and @triplejfarm_ny
have a great week and we'll see ya back here real soon! :)
A lot of things have been happening at Courageously Kind!
From podcast contests to equipment upgrades, to websites (coming soon!!), we’ll fill you in on what we’ve been up to lately :)
As always, you can stay up to date on our Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
and we’ll see ya back here real soon!
This thursday, February 17th is Random Act of Kindness Day!
To celebrate we've compiled 365 ways to show yourself, others or the planet a little kindness!
If we all did just one act of kindness a day, the world would be a much kinder place.
Here are just some ideas to get you in the spirit of Random Act of Kindness Day.
Little acts go a long way.
Let us know how you're celebrating Random Act of Kindness Day on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
lots of love,
Maddie and Liz!
We had the incredible honor of speaking with Melissa, from the award-winning Documentary "From My Window". The film features her story as a young woman with cerebral palsy embarking on a journey to climb a mountain range in Colorado.
In this episode, we talk about what it was like to be the subject of the documentary, and Melissa shares some behind-the-scenes exclusives! She also shares with us a bit about No Barriers, the organization that helped organize the climb.
Melissa is truly one of the most courageous people we have ever met, and she shared with us several inspiring sentiments about cultivating inner courage and kindness
Here's the link to watch "From My Window" https://vimeo.com/518404753
and check out No Barriers at their website www.nobarriersusa.org
It is such a moving and inspiring film. Be sure to share Melissa's story with your friends to spread this message of courage to the world!
We had the most wonderful time chatting with our dear friend Amelhyne from "Talk About It", a podcast dedicated to destigmatizing conversations surrounding mental health.
We talked about all of the amazing projects she's working on, from her incredible podcast, some film projects, and more!
Amelhyne is such a joy to talk to and is such a fierce advocate for mental health and sharing kindness with the world!
Check out her podcast "Talk About It" on any streaming platform, and follow her on Instagram @_talkaboutitpodcast
Stay kind, we love ya!
Penn and Moses are two of the kindest, most courageous, and funniest people we have ever met!
We talked about their Instagram page "Ragged and Funny Stories", Penn's experience with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, their involvement in an outstanding documentary, and some of their favorite kindness stories.
Check out their Instagram @raggedandfunnystories
and check out the documentary "From My Window" https://vimeo.com/518404753
:)
We had the absolute pleasure of chatting with LaDarius from The Healing Heart about kindness, social media, and advocacy.
LaDarius is such a genuine, kind, warm-hearted person with a passion for representation of the facially different community.
We very much enjoyed this conversation and we think you will too!
To check out the amazing things LaDarius is doing follow him on Instagram @thehealingheart1 or check out his website at www.thehealing-heart.com
The holidays can be a time of great stress and frustration, but we're here to help!
In this episode, we offer some tips to having a less frustrating, more enjoyable holiday season!
Happy Holidays! (take care of yourself!!)
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast :)
In the spirit of Black Friday, we've decided to help give you some tips to boost your kindness this holiday season, especially during your shopping adventures!
A little bit of kindness can truly go a long way, especially to retail and service workers during the busiest time of the year!
For more follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast :)
Since everyone is so busy this time of year, we've decided to create some mini, bite-sized episodes for your listening enjoyment!
Through the holiday season we'll be uploading some 5 (ish) minute episodes to bring some kindness into your busy schedules.
Use this as a reminder to prioritize your mental health, set some healthy boundaries, and take some time for yourself.
Welcome to the mini-sodes!
For more follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
To continue celebrating World Kindness Day, we chatted about some of our kindness heroes!
Who are your kindness heroes? let us know on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
(Disclaimer: we're aware that there are some issues with this audio file and we're working to get it fixed!)
November 13 is World Kindness Day!
In this episode, we give you some ideas about how you can celebrate this wonderful day to share kindness with yourself, with others, and with our world!
How are you celebrating World Kindness Day?
Let us know on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
We love you!
We LOVE Halloween!
Almost as much as we love advocating for Face Equality :)
Join us this week as we discuss ableist Halloween costumes and how to avoid them.
To learn more about this very subject, check out this amazing article posted on Face Equality International's website https://faceequalityinternational.org/why-is-halloween-difficult-for-the-facial-difference-community/
Have a safe, happy, kind Halloween :)
For more follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
This week we talk about the importance of rest.
Rest is necessary to live a healthy, happy and productive life.
In this episode, you'll be reminded of the value of rest and we'll explore together some options to incorporate more rest into your life!
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
We love you!
Get some rest :)
The new James Bond movie perpetuates negative stereotypes about facially different people. Please, don’t watch this movie!
To learn more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Sorry to alarm you by the title!
Today we’re talking about the false narratives that we tell ourselves, that the world tells us and that we tell others.
A reminder to you: be honest with yourself about your thoughts and feelings!
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Did you know September is Cranio-Facial Acceptance Month?
In this episode, we talk about the difference between awareness and acceptance, what acceptance means to us, and how you can help celebrate this wonderful month!
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
To support FACES, visit their website at FACES-cranio.org
This week we had the honor of speaking with the president of FACES: The National Craniofacial Association, Kim Teems Fox!
She's an incredible activist, leader, artist, and a very courageously kind person!
We chatted about how she got started with FACES, the amazing work that goes on at FACES, and what you can do to help support families affected by cranio-facial conditions.
Check out their website at faces-cranio.org for more information!
For more follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Happy Back to School Season!
This week we share a mother's plea for kindness from students this coming school year.
We share tips for students, teachers, and parents on how to have a courageously kind school year!
For more resources, head to our Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast and visit websites like faceequalityinternational.org, and faces-cranio.org
Have a great school year!
Welcome to Season 2 of Courageously Kind!
This week we're celebrating our first birthday by reflecting on the past year, sharing our plans for Season 2, and giving a HUGE thank you to you!
You motivate us, inspire us, and give us hope for a kinder, braver world!
From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!
This is only the beginning.
Lots of love!
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
Did you know July is Disability Pride Month?
In this episode, we talk about the history of Disability Pride Month, the symbolism behind the flag, and the intersectionality between Disability and Facial Differences.
For more, follow us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast
We love you!
We get questions every day about Liz's condition so we thought we would dedicate an episode to answering some of our most frequently asked questions!
Have a question we didn't answer? DM us on Instagram @courageouslykindpodcast or send us an email at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com
We love you!
Okay, we know the title sounds misleading, but it's true!
No matter what you believe, you deserve kindness!
This episode discusses the importance of belief systems and how to treat people with opposing belief systems with kindness.
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We love you!
In this episode, Maddie and Liz talk about the topic of staring.
When you have a visible difference, staring is almost inevitable, but it can be corrected!
Here you'll find some tips for when you find yourself staring at someone with a visible difference and how to prevent awkward (and sometimes offensive) interactions
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We love you!
It's important to know the difference between intent and impact.
Sometimes, the impact of our words differs from what we intended them to be.
Check out this guide for when you hurt someone unintentionally!
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We love you!
Happy Face Equality Week!
This year, Face Equality Week is from 5/17 to 5/21, but Face Equality can be celebrated year-round!
In this episode, we discuss this year's theme of Education, the importance of Face Equality, how to find additional resources, and more.
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We love you!
This mother's day we had the honor of being joined by our beautiful mother!
We talked about motherhood, her spiritual story, her advice for fellow parents of children with facial differences, and more.
She also drops some pretty good one-liners in here for you!
Happy Mother's Day Mom!
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We love you!
This week we had the honor of speaking with a teacher and mentor of ours, Sister Brigid O'Mahony.
We talked about love, humility, and her beautiful faith story and journey to becoming a Catholic Nun!
We hope you enjoy!
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We love you!
Earth Day was celebrated this past Thursday, but we believe every day should be Earth Day!
We talk briefly about the history of Earth Day, the mental health benefits of the Great Outdoors, and some simple ways to be kinder to our beautiful planet.
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We love you!
Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim friends and listeners!
We had the honor and joy of speaking with a dear friend of ours, Christine Martinez, about celebrating differences, finding joy, and her Muslim faith.
Chatting with Christine is always a pleasure, and her faith journey is so fascinating to us!
Christine shares with us the tenets of her faith life as well as what she would like our non-muslim listeners to know.
Also, at the time we recorded this it was not yet Ramadan. Ramadan is celebrated this year from April 12 to May 12. Be sure to wish your Muslim friends a "Ramadan Mubarak", or Blessed Ramadan!
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We love you!
We had the absolute honor of speaking with the amazing Rev. Lizzie this week for our first episode of Spirituality Sunday.
We spoke about her journey as an episcopal transitional deacon (soon to be an Episcopal priest!)
We talked about love, liberation, and, of course, TikToks!
Seriously, it was such an honor and an absolute joy to speak with Rev. Lizzie! What a wonderful way to kick off our new mini-series!
Follow Rev Lizzie on TikTok! @rev.lizzie
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We love you!
Welcome to our new mini-series " Spirituality Sundays!"
We are so excited to speak with people of all different religions/spiritual backgrounds about what spirituality means to them!
We hope to find some common ground, celebrate our differences, and share stories about personal spirituality.
Stay tuned for episodes with our special guests and remember to be Courageously Kind :)
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We love you!
Here at Courageously Kind, we are all about having meaningful conversations!
In this episode, we dive into the topic of uncomfortable conversations and encourage you to partake in some meaningful reflection on topics of conversation that you are uncomfortable with having, in an effort to confront the issues within our society and create a kinder future!
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We love you!
Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and included in the television, film, and media they consume.
When we see strong and accurately represented characters in the media we consume, they empower us and encourage us to be comfortable and confident in our skin.
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We love you!
This week we had the pleasure of speaking to Anna Marie Johnson Teague from A Call To Men!
We talk about emotional literacy, authenticity, and all about their new book "The Book of Dares", a wonderful book encouraging kids and people of any age to be kind, bold, and brave!
You can check out A Call To Men on their website at acalltomen.org and follow them on Instagram @acalltomen
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We love you!
You asked, we answered!
We answered all kinds of questions, from ones about who we are and how Courageously Kind got started to our advice on being courageous and persevering in the face of "unkindness"!
We love answering your questions, so never hesitate to ask! (be courageous lol!)
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We love you!
YOUR story is extraordinary! (regardless of if you think so or not)
In this episode, we talk about Liz's experience sharing her life's story and offer some advice to anyone who wants to share their own story.
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We love you!
This week we talk about the beauties and benefits of all things self-love!
Today we clear up some misconceptions surrounding self-love, as well as provide you with a wonderful little loving-kindness meditation practice!
Happy Valentine's Day!
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We love you!
This week we discuss the Six Attributes of Courage according to pyschologytoday.com.
We discuss how the different aspects of courage, and provide you with a little courage-boosting activity that can help you be courageously kind!
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We love you!
It's a common misconception that sympathy and empathy are interchangeable, however, the words have their own specific meanings.
(Don't worry this is not a grammar lesson!)
Not only do we discuss the differences between sympathy and empathy, but we also discuss the slippery slope between sympathy and pity, and how to be a more empathetic person.
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We love you!
This week's episode was inspired by many different sources physical and emotional!
The light is always there, even when we can't see it
Be brave enough to seek the light.
Be brave enough to be the light in someone's life.
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We love you, choose the light!
In this episode, we discuss the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.
Switching to a growth mindset can bring positive changes to any aspect of your life.
Adopting a growth mindset is a practice, the more you do it, the better you'll get!
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We love you!
This week hosts Liz and Maddie unpack how to seek out and express kindness in times of uncertainty and stress.
In this episode, Maddie and Liz talk about how deeply our news consumption impacts us, and share tips on how to carry kindness with you through the chaos.
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We love you!
Happy New Year!
If you've ever made a new year resolution, statistically speaking you have probably failed at a new year's resolution.
In this episode, we talk about why we think resolutions fail and what we suggest to create resolutions that will last!
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This week we discuss how to talk to kids about facial/physical differences.
We were asked a lot of questions from parents about how to introduce their kids to facial differences, so we decided to consolidate what we know into an episode!
We also included some additional resources to help make introduce kids to facial differences, in hopes of creating a more inclusive future!
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Kindness is not always easy.
In fact, sometimes it's incredibly difficult.
But have no fear!
We have some solutions.
This episode is an honest conversation about what to do when we inevitably fall short.
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This week we discuss the controversy “Bring Back Manly Men”.
Like all of our conversations, we come from a place of love and always try to connect current events to Kindness and Courage💛
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In this episode, we discuss Disney Plus's new movie Clouds, based on the true story of Zach Sobiech, a young musician that continues to inspire many through his music and message.
If you are looking for some inspiration or motivation, grab a loved one, a fuzzy blanket, and the tissue box and watch Clouds, you'll be glad you did! :)
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Burnout is real, it sucks but it can be prevented!
Remember that sometimes the most productive thing you can do is rest.
Also, we talk about a fun, new project that we're starting this week on our Instagram!
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This week we continue to have the conversation about Face Equality and representation in film and television!
We discuss a recent controversial movie, "The Witches" that perpetuates harmful stereotypes about people with physical differences.
Please share this with your friends and help us raise awareness for Face Equality and for the accurate representation of all people!
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This week we talk..... POLITICS!
It feels like everyone in the world is talking about politics but we thought we would offer you a perspective that you may have never heard before.
Remember to vote before or on November 3rd!
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You only live once!
Forgive the cliche, but it's the truth!
Life is precious and fragile.
Your life has a meaning and a purpose, regardless if you know what that purpose is!
Have the courage to live your best life.
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This week we dive into the complicated topic of happiness!
We debunk some common myths and explain how we perceive happiness.
Have the courage to be happy today, friends!
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This week we got real. We got vulnerable. We got honest. We talked about the hard truth about positivity.
Your emotions are valid. We love you!
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This week, it was hard not to see all the changes surrounding us!
This is why we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to talk about Change, and how we deal with the changes that the world throws at us!
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Remember to be Courageously Kind!
In this week's episode, we talked about the importance of practicing gratitude. Gratitude is a helpful tool we can use to create happier, and healthier lives!
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As always, we love you! Remember to love yourself, and be courageously kind!
In this episode, we chat about productivity and how it correlates with self-worth or the feeling of being enough.
Remember today, you are enough, regardless of what you get accomplished.
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Hello and welcome to Courageously Kind!
This episode is very near and dear to our hearts as it talks about a topic called Face Equality.
The concept is simple; treat people with dignity and respect, regardless of their appearance. For more information/resources on Face Equality, you can head to Face Equality International's website.
We hope you enjoy and maybe learn something new during this episode!
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Be kind to others and to yourself! We love you <3
This week we talk about mindfulness.
How do we let go of our past?
How do we stay grounded in the present?
How do we stop worrying about the future?
This week we try to remind you to be forgiving to yourself, and have the courage to be fully present in the here and now.
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Be kind to yourself!
In this week's episode, we talk about kindness and how to share kindness with those around us to make the world a more loving place!!
Kindness is somewhat complex, and our goal for this podcast is to explore these complexities to hopefully become better people and to inspire others to do the same!
Thanks for listening, remember to be kind!
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Welcome to Courageously Kind! In our very first episode we introduce ourselves and explain a little bit about why we felt called to make this podcast and what we hope you can gain from it. We are truly so excited to be working on this project of ours and we are so so thankful that you took some time out of your day to listen to what we have to say! If you have any questions, comments or concerns you can email us at courageouslykindpodcast@gmail.com or message us on Instagram @courageouslykindpocast . We'd love to hear from you!
Remember to be kind to yourself, be kind to others and be kind to our planet!