S4K Talks - Stand4kind

In this in-depth exchange, Utah's First Lady Abby Cox, Candy Olandt, and Maggon Osmond discuss the essence and urgency of education. Abby Cox, a pillar for educators and a special education background holder, gives riveting insights into the discernment needed at various institutional levels, building meaningful relationships, and the mastery of effective communication. The conversation focuses on the significance of educators' links with the key policymakers in their communities and how their voices and influence can create waves of change. Abby further delves into the benefits of educators forming connections with legislators, resulting in a more seamless educational policy process. Discussion progresses to the topic of 'Disagree Better,' an initiative aimed at promoting healthier dialogues, particularly within the educational sector. The philosophy stresses the importance of engaging in difficult conversations, understanding differing views, and acknowledging disagreements as opportunities for growth. The phrase, "tell me more about why you think that," symbolizes a tool for navigating these tricky exchanges. Further into the conversation, the significance of emotional intelligence in fostering strong relationships in the education arena is emphasized. The potency of the 'Disagree Better' campaign is shown along with the transformation that occurs in classrooms where amicable discourse takes place. The focus shifts to the vital role of educators in fostering future leaders who possess not just academic proficiency, but also important life skills such as critical thinking. The discussion concludes by acknowledging the worldwide network of teachers and their extraordinary mission of shaping the future generations. Join the lively conversation and get a glimpse of educational transformation in action.

Be yourself bring value, love you for you. We are so happy to have Duncan on the Stand4kind team.

Join us for a podcast with Derrick Furlow Jr. where we discuss life transitions of high school and college students and how to stay mentally fit.

We are excited to have Chad Hymas on our podcast. Talk about resiliency, kindness and self-care. #stand4kind #stand4kindtalks #ChadHymus #mentalhealth

Dr Form-Tapp goes over ways to get help and resources

How to protect your child from online predators and cyberbullying with Kidas. #stand4kind @getkidas #cyberbullying #online

S4K Talks with Jesse LeBeau. You will find out what motivates Jesse and how he did not let negative talk stop his dreams. Check out the video on you tube @stand4kind #stand4kind #motivation #s4ktalks

Catching up with Sarah on kindness, mental health and self-care. Thanks @sarahlightman

We are excited to talk to @saralightman on mental health, self-care and kindness. #stand4kind #mentalhealth #kindness

Join us with Presley Aronson to discuss anti-bullying. Presley is an entrepreneur, country artist, actor, and philanthropist. His drive to help children mainly comes in the form of story telling based on his life. Presley was bullied with resilience he is helping students. @presleyaronsonofficial @stand4kind

In part two of this two part series with actor/musician/social media star Isaak Presley, hosts Ethan and Grace discuss with Isaak the importance of being true to yourself in how you express yourself and that one of the biggest keys in working through depression, anxiety and suicidal ideations is communication.

Enduring the pressures of life's many situations can shape us into diamonds. In this episode, Ethan and Grace talk with actor/musician/social media star Isaak Presley about the pressures he has faced in the entertainment industry and how to overcome pressures, as well as learning from the mistakes he has made as a result of those pressures.

"Every time that you call out, you're a little less alone." You will be found. The Tony Award winning Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen, along with it's powerful soundtrack has touched many people. Now, the Broadway musical comes to the silver screen. In this episode, teen hosts Ethan and Skyler, sit down with Nik Dodani, who plays Jared Kalwani in the film, and discuss his role in the film, the effects of social media and talking about suicide openly.

In part two of this two part series with social media influencer, international speaker, and best-selling author Rich Bluni, hosts Ethan and Everet talk with Rich about letting go of the things they are holding onto that are not healthy and finding the positive in a negative world.

The handshake was believed to have originated as a gesture of peace or symbolizing sincerity when making an oath or promise. So, what are you offering peace to, or a promise with? What are you holding onto? In this episode, teen hosts Ethan and Everet talk with social media influencer, international speaker, and best-selling author Rich Bluni about the things teens may be holding onto that may be weighing them down, or holding them back.

"You think by now, we would've learned...compassion," is a line from country/pop artist and actor Jet Jurgensmeyer's new song, "Compassion." In this episode, Cole and Tate discuss with Jet the inspiration behind his new song, "Compassion" and how the need for compassion in todays world is greater than ever.

It's okay not to be okay. Seeking help is a sign of strength. In this inaugural episode of the Teens4Wellness podcast, our teen hosts Everet and Grace, talk with actor/singer Adrian Escalona about the bullying and negativity he experienced and the healing he received after seeking help through treatment.

In part two of this two part series with actor Reid Miller, our teen hosts Ethan and Everet continue to discuss with Reid his remarkable portrayal of Jadin Bell in the film "Joe Bell," and the importance of having empathy and forgiveness to those undergoing redemptive changes in their lives

Fifteen year old Jadin Bell was intensely bullied for being gay and tragically took his own life, passing away on February 3, 2013. His father Joe Bell planned to walk across the country in honor of his son and to raise awareness against bullying. On July 23, 2021, the dramatization of this story is unfolded in the new film, "Joe Bell." In this episode, Ethan and Everet sit down with the incredibly talented actor Reid Miller to discuss his remarkable portrayal of Jadin Bell in the film and the effects of bullying in his life.

In part two of this two part series with life coach and author Drew Young, our teen hosts Ethan and Cole discuss with Drew the influential benefits and experience of striving for goal, even if the goal is not met. Drew also shares his advice to teens who are being bullied and feeling lonely and depressed.