PomCast: The Peace of Mind Podcast

PomCast is a podcast for children and their families. Peace Teacher Linda Ryden answers questions sent in by kids and their grown ups about challenges they're facing in their lives and in the world. Answers will focus on ways to incorporate mindfulness skills, an understanding of brain science, and conflict resolution skills all based on the renowned Peace of Mind Curriculum. Send in your questions for the Peace Teacher in an email or a voice memo to info@teachpeaceofmind.org You can watch videos of the mindfulness practices that we share here on PoMCast on our youtube channel: PoMTv-kids https://www.youtube.com/@PoMTV-kids

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24 April 2025

Mastering the Art of Apologizing: The MOFL Method

In this episode of PoMcast, host Linda Ryden introduces kids to the concept of a sincere apology using the MOFL method. MOFL stands for Mean it, Own it, Fix it, and Let it go, a handy acronym to guide apologies effectively. The podcast offers practical examples and engages young listeners in distinguishing between insincere 'awful' apologies and meaningful 'MOFL' apologies. Through fun and engaging storytelling, kids learn the importance of taking responsibility, trying to make amends, and allowing time for forgiveness, equipping them with skills to navigate conflicts peacefully and build a more understanding world.

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27 January 2025

Dealing with Disappointment: Lessons from Peace Class

In this episode of PoMcast, Linda Ryden, the peace teacher shares a conversation she had with her former students on dealing with disappointment. They discuss practices learned from the Peace of Mind curriculum, such as feeling happy for others even amidst personal disappointments.

PoMCast is made possible by the generosity of our funders including: the Trust for the Mediation process, a charitable foundation encouraging meditation, mindfulness and contemplative prayer. Thank you!!

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02 January 2025

The THiNK Test: Learning to Speak Mindfully

In this episode of Pomcast, the Peace of Mind Podcast, Linda Ryden discusses the Think Test concept from the Peace of Mind curriculum. She interviews a diverse group of students ranging from ages six to fourteen, introducing how the test helps them be more mindful of their words, preventing conflicts and promoting kindness.

PoMCast is made possible by the generosity of our funders including: the Trust for the Mediation process, a charitable foundation encouraging meditation, mindfulness and contemplative prayer.

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18 November 2024

How Kids Use Mindfulness to Navigate Life

In this episode of the Peace of Mind podcast, Linda Ryden engages with a group of children about the uses and benefits of mindfulness in their daily lives. Listening to children talk candidly about their experiences, the podcast highlights how mindfulness can be beneficial in managing personal issues and strengthening empathy.

PoMCast is made possible by the generosity of our funders including: the Trust for the Mediation process, a charitable foundation encouraging meditation, mindfulness and contemplative prayer.

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11 October 2024

Mindful Mentors: A Conversation with some Peaceful Kids

In this episode of PoMcast, host Linda Ryden connects with former students, exploring mindfulness and emotional management. The conversation reveals the diverse challenges faced by young students, such as academic pressure and global concerns. The students share their coping strategies, including breathing exercises and visualization, to navigate their stress. As mindful mentors, these students are not only learning to handle their own emotions but are also teaching younger peers these valuable skills. Through their experiences, they demonstrate how mindfulness can empower individuals and create a positive impact within their community.

PoMCast is made possible by the generosity of our funders including: the Trust for the Mediation process, a charitable foundation encouraging meditation, mindfulness and contemplative prayer.

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15 July 2024

The Worry Channel

In today's episode we are learning about something called Metacognition. This big word just means thinking about thinking. We're going to do some mindfulness practices that will help us to notice what our mind is doing, where are thoughts are going, and see if we can start to have a little more control over what is happening up there. Then we'll listen to a story called Quinn and the Worry Channel about a little boy who has a hard time falling asleep because of his worrying thoughts.

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