Happier Childhoods
Happier Childhoods is a podcast for adults shaping childhood through movement, play, and connection.
Hosted by Carrie Speed of PlayMotion Kids, this show offers honest conversations and practical ideas for parents, teachers, childcare directors, social workers, caregivers, enrichment instructors, and child-focused professionals who want to support kids in meaningful, doable ways.
Each episode explores childhood wellbeing, child development, behavior, emotional regulation, resilience, sensory needs, trauma-informed care, play-based learning, mindfulness, movement, and the everyday science of connection.
You’ll hear conversations about what it really takes to help children feel safe, supported, and connected while also supporting the adults who care for them.
Carrie is a social worker and the founder of PlayMotion Kids, a movement, music, and mindfulness enrichment program for children. She also certifies and licenses instructors who want to bring movement, mindfulness, and whole-child learning to children in their own communities.
Because when adults are supported, equipped, and encouraged, happier childhoods become possible.
If you care about creating healthier, happier childhoods, you belong here.
www.playmotionkids.com
www.playmotionkids.com/businessowners
Happier Childhoods
02-Season 1 | PERMA Power: Building Resilience with Positive Psychology
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[Season 1] This episode is from our original season, where we explored broader themes around burnout, purpose, and meaningful work.
In this episode of Wait, Am I Saving the World?, we look into the PERMA framework from positive psychology—a practical, research-backed approach to finding balance and well-being in the face of stress. Join Carrie as she breaks down the five pillars of PERMA: Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment.
You’ll learn actionable strategies to reconnect with your “why,” celebrate small wins, and create moments of joy even on the toughest days. Because saving the world shouldn’t mean losing your sanity.
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Want to bring movement, music, and mindfulness to parents and children in your community? Learn more at www.playmotionkids.com/businessowners
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