Moments with Monika

Inspired by Brené Brown's book Daring Greatly and her "The Wholehearted Parenting Manifesto", I discuss the importance of defining family values and beliefs, from the perspective of what matters to you, and how this can improve your own life while role modeling for those around you. www.BreneBrown.com Intro & Outro Music is "Transformations II" created by David Hilowitz

Introducing my #LessonsFromChildren campaign, discussing the value of always asking "why" and "why not", in addition to choices, values and truths that we uphold in adulthood. Intro & Outro Music is "Transformations II" created by David Hilowitz

Unpacking the professional identity of a content creator and my job description with Arash Toussi. You can find more of his work at www.ArashToussi.com, and his podcasts "Toussi Talks" and "The Inner Voice". Intro & Outro Music is "Transformations II" created by David Hilowitz

Reflections on why I have chosen to do a podcast which includes many discussions of early childhood and family support. This outlines the top 4 reasons why these discussions are meaningful and important for everyone to expand conversations, understandings, and thought.

A discussion on seeing beyond first impressions (including interviewing candidates) and the dangers of placing value-based judgments on people, rather than actions.

Discussing the difference between for-profit and not-for-profit child care and what that means for our children, with guest Angela.

Discussing the impacts of the child welfare system and where we can use improvements.

Reflections on the importance of relationships in guiding and supporting children's behaviour.