Mind Declutter with Athea Davis

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about teaching our kids to lead.  Yes! This episode is all about guiding our kids to take ownership of their lives and it’s based on 3 core principals.  Hans Appel , educator, speaker, and writer, joins me on the podcast today to talk about his 3 core principals to build positive culture in your home or classroom, and how to empower k...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about valuing our self, and others. It’s a deep topic, but I have a great guest on the show today to help us adventure through it.  Micki Fine is on the show today. She’s a psychotherapist, mindfulness meditation teacher, TEDx presenter, and author of the new children’s book, May All People and Pigs Be Happy .   We talk about Micki’s...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about some really hard things! I’m taking on the topic of prejudice, discrimination, and racism.  Several weeks ago, I attended an amazing virtual conference on anti-racism called Be About It Live organized by @callmeshivy and @getyourteachon .  There I learned about Dr. Grant’s work on Mindful Discomfort and I’m excited to share it w...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing 5 easy ways to get out of your negative brain fog and back into your joy factor!  These are mindfulness practices that I personally practice and teach, and right now, during this very challenging season collectively, and individually, and I am going back to them to help me through some tough moments. I hope you find value from them! ...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about relatable mindfulness practices to help us survive the chaos of modern day life.  My special guests, Craig and Devon Hase, just released an amazing book, How To Not Be a Hot Mess: A Survival Guide for modern Life . Be sure to check it out!  We talk about their personal journey into mindfulness and meditation; how these practices...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about art, anxiety, and joy.   My special guest, Tori Press , is an artist, meditator, therapy enthusiast, and, in her words a “highly anxious human being”.   Her art is incredibly fun and whimsical, with soul-infused storytelling that has a mindful edge (my words… wink wink).  I hope find a little extra inspiration sparkle in your da...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about how we can become, and teach our youth to become, a more free, loving, and empowered human species through the meditation practice of loving-kindness.  My special guest, Preston Cox , is the author of the children’s book, A Big Little Something . We dive into his spiritual journey, why love-kindness matters, and how he came to w...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, while still inthe midst the coronavirus pandemic and a national racial justice uprising in the U.S., I’m sharing a mindful framework on being anti-racist and how to release white privilege from the body.    I’m also sharing work from Kenneth Jones and Tema Okun, Characteristics of White Privilege .  I've included links to the workbooks, book...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about mindfulness and equity in education.   When we think about mindfulness, we often think about images of calm and relaxation, but one of my many passions is the power of mindfulness to open up some of the darker spaces in our mind and heart, to breathe life into them, and to have healing conversations that inspire positive action...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about burnout!  Despite loving what we do in life, burnout impacts all of us – inside and outside the home.  My special guest is an educator and teacher wellness enthusiast, who also has her own personal wellness brand, The AfroEducator, Alexis Shepard.  We talk about Alexis's teaching journey, what it was like for her to experie...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about something we all deeply desire, but keep spinning our wheels because we try to grasp something that can’t be grasped – peace of mind!  My special guest is the award-winning author, podcaster, and spiritual teacher, Rabbi Rami . We talk about the 12 steps as a spiritual practice, the one step Rabbi Rami is practicing a lot right...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about yoga philosophy, spirituality, and mental and emotional wellness.  My special guest, is yoga teacher and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Gioconda Parker .    We talk about “tapas”, a term used in yoga philosophy that means “to burn or create”, and how we can apply that yogic concept to seek transformation in our own challenge...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about emotional intelligence.   My special guest, Dr. Marc Brackett, is the author of Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive . He’s also the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence .   We talk about how challenges can be the fuel to discovering ou...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about how to help our kids cultivate peace, love, and empathy through mindful literacy.  My special guest, Susan Verde, is a New York Times bestselling author of the I Am book series , including I Am Human, I Am Yoga, I am Love, and I Am One. She’s also authored numerous other children’s books that capture and celebrate the unique exp...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about how to pivot your school or business, teaching, and/or parenting in times of uncertainty without losing the power of joy in the process.  My special guest, Brad Chandler , is the VP of Business Strategy and Development at The Hollis Co.  We also talk about strategy, development, branding, and culture.  If you are searching for w...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, while in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, I’m sharing how disruptive forces can actually create the opportunity for good and healthy change in our life.   I also talk about grief, loss, and the power of sharing our story to heal individually and collectively.  Grab your fave cup of café mojo and join me as I share a little piece of my own p...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about emotional hygiene in life, the classroom, and how we can take care of ourselves emotionally during the COVID-19 pandemic.  My special guests, Erin and Dave Tashian , are educators and hosts of the podcast, The Mindful Educators Podcast.  If you are struggle with identifying and managing your emotions, like many of us do, especia...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about future-ready communication skills.   My special guest, Lisa Johnson , is an Apple Distinguished Educator and PBS Digital Innovator. She’s also the author of two books: Creatively Productive: Essential Skills for Tackling Time Wasters, Clearing Clutter, and Succeeding in School – and Life! and Cultivating Communication in the Cla...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing how to have good, healthy relationships – both personally and professionally.  And, it doesn’t require a specific routine or plan. Put simply, it’s all about taking care of yourself emotionally to create incredible relationships in your life. I offer seven (7) key takeaways for you to practice in your life.  My takeaways are practical...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing nine (9) practical intervention strategies to help you stop the painful, recurring patterns of abuse (emotional, mental, physical, etc.) in your family.  Before you dive in, if you have any questions, thoughts, or comments: connect with me on social media @atheadavis!    And, don’t forget to subscribe so you can stay tuned into all th...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about how to connect with teachers, parents, and leaders educating mindfully.  My special guest, Tracy Heilers, of the Coalition of Schools Educating Mindfully is sharing all her insights into her organization and how they are connecting like-minded individuals across the U.S. to bring mindfulness and yoga practices to classrooms and...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about all the things going on in education today. My special guest, Todd Nesloney of Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association, author, podcaster, and educator, will fill your cup up with all the right insightful and inspirational magic.  Whether you are a parent, educator, or leader you are sure to find many inspiration...

Happy Day, Friend!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about what to do when you are overwhelmed. You will love these practical tips to help you go from stressed to refreshed.  Before you dive in, if you have any questions, thoughts, or comments: connect with me on social media @atheadavis ! And, don’t forget to subscribe to my podcast so you can stay tuned in to all the mindful living lo...

Happy Day, Friend! Before you dive in, if you have any questions, thoughts, or comments: connect with me on social media @atheadavis !  Kids need tools to self-regulate their thoughts and emotions so they can experience more focused attention and equanimity in their emotional state at school, home, and in the world. Learn how yoga and mindfulness can help them build this vital social and emotional...

Happy Day, Friend!  Before you dive in, if you have any questions, thoughts, or comments: connect with me on social media @atheadavis!  On this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about how to create the life you’ve always wanted – personal leadership.   You are the leader of your own life, so get busy creating what you truly desire and you will have all the joy your heart can handle. I'm sha...