https://simplecast.com Art of Play An exploratory podcast about how humans relate to play through life. Interviews and observations of how play influences: relationships, business, marriage, entrepreneurs, family bonds, and self-care. en Fri, 16 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 06:00:10 +0000 https://art-of-play.simplecast.com Art of Play https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/bae9d95f-86f3-4379-b54f-202f20539851/fb9279f5-575b-4d89-bfbb-ce9f6871fa3a/3000x3000/podcast-logo1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://art-of-play.simplecast.com episodic An exploratory podcast about how humans relate to play through life. Interviews and observations of how play influences: relationships, business, marriage, entrepreneurs, family bonds, and self-care. Sarah Bauer no https://feeds.simplecast.com/KKePxjJC children, marriage, play, recreation, relationships Sarah Bauer sarah@theoliverfund.org 2e29ee07-2e97-48ec-9984-80cb95620eba (Ep68) Looking Back Informs Our Future Fri, 16 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep68-looking-back-informs-our-future-2FVnQWT4 (Ep68) Looking Back Informs Our Future Sarah Bauer 00:30:00 Quality of life measures are an evaluation of how we are doing in life. Sometimes they are health-related, sometimes relationships related, but today I am going to challenge you to look back at your personal history and give yourself an evaluation of how your life is turning out, and I bet, it's better than you think. Quality of life measures are an evaluation of how we are doing in life. Sometimes they are health-related, sometimes relationships related, but today I am going to challenge you to look back at your personal history and give yourself an evaluation of how your life is turning out, and I bet, it's better than you think. no full 68 a6775d64-ba6b-492c-abd3-8101cce4e14f (Ep67) The Principles of History Fri, 9 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep67-the-principles-of-history-CJF3EIlv (Ep67) The Principles of History Sarah Bauer 00:17:40 This month as we talk about History, think back to the history that makes you, you! Think back to all the rules and learning that went into you becoming a better person and a person who is looking for more in the way of learning, loving and being better. This month as we talk about History, think back to the history that makes you, you! Think back to all the rules and learning that went into you becoming a better person and a person who is looking for more in the way of learning, loving and being better. no full 67 23280a6b-d6bd-4827-8801-d5c69f75fab6 (Ep66) History Fri, 2 Jul 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep66-history-wWoq25wt (Ep66) History Sarah Bauer 00:26:54 The theme for July is History. Your own history, how we are bold with our history, and how we see others' perspectives. It should be a great month! Thanks for tuning in. The theme for July is History. Your own history, how we are bold with our history, and how we see others' perspectives. It should be a great month! Thanks for tuning in. bold history, create your own, creative, history no full 66 93e59b52-0fdf-4648-a9a8-e31d18dfaf5f (Ep65) Creative Fun: Kim Christensen Interview Fri, 25 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Kim Christensen, Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep65-creative-fun-kim-christensen-interview-iK_0kgoK (Ep65) Creative Fun: Kim Christensen Interview Kim Christensen, Sarah Bauer 00:40:30 Kim Christensen of Talk Wordy To Me is a business owner and writer who uses her creativity to her advantage everyday. As a co-owner of Promptly Journals Kim is used to not only creating but encouraging creativity and engagement from others as well. Kim Christensen of Talk Wordy To Me is a business owner and writer who uses her creativity to her advantage everyday. As a co-owner of Promptly Journals Kim is used to not only creating but encouraging creativity and engagement from others as well. creativity, promptly journals, fun, fun in june no full 65 dfc893f4-b4d5-4130-b21d-5bb194a5449b (Ep64) When You Wonder, You're Learning BOOK REVIEW This book is for Fred Roger's fans, but for everyone looking to add a little more wonder, hope and curiosity in your life (especially since that was Mr. Rogers specialty).  While this is geared toward parenting and raising the next generation, there are so many takeaways for the average adult to make their lives look and feel more enjoyable. 

My favorite chapters were: 

  1. When You Wonder, You're Learning
  2. It's You Who Have to Try It and It's You Who Have to Fall (Sometimes) 
  3. Such a Good Feeling

Link to the book on Amazon: 

https://www.amazon.com/When-You-Wonder-Youre-Learning/dp/0306874733/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B528J7636X6C&dchild=1&keywords=when+you+wonder%2C+you%27re+learning&qid=1623962258&sprefix=When+you+wonder%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-1

]]> Fri, 18 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep64-when-you-wonder-youre-learning-book-review-3To0z_cW This book is for Fred Roger's fans, but for everyone looking to add a little more wonder, hope and curiosity in your life (especially since that was Mr. Rogers specialty).  While this is geared toward parenting and raising the next generation, there are so many takeaways for the average adult to make their lives look and feel more enjoyable. 

My favorite chapters were: 

  1. When You Wonder, You're Learning
  2. It's You Who Have to Try It and It's You Who Have to Fall (Sometimes) 
  3. Such a Good Feeling

Link to the book on Amazon: 

https://www.amazon.com/When-You-Wonder-Youre-Learning/dp/0306874733/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B528J7636X6C&dchild=1&keywords=when+you+wonder%2C+you%27re+learning&qid=1623962258&sprefix=When+you+wonder%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-1

]]> (Ep64) When You Wonder, You're Learning BOOK REVIEW Sarah Bauer 00:26:27 BOOK REVIEW: When You Wonder, You're Learning by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski BOOK REVIEW: When You Wonder, You're Learning by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski wonder, when you wonder you're learning, learning, fred rogers no full 64 c0194888-6667-4121-bf2d-dd1becf7802c (Ep63) 35 Fun Things Turning 35 this week was great, I enjoyed my birthday, but in the spirit of sharing some summer fun, I came up with a list of simple ways you can make your summer truly feel like a break, even if you have to continue to show up to a desk everyday. 

]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep63-35-fun-things-9EuuvvxZ Turning 35 this week was great, I enjoyed my birthday, but in the spirit of sharing some summer fun, I came up with a list of simple ways you can make your summer truly feel like a break, even if you have to continue to show up to a desk everyday. 

]]> (Ep63) 35 Fun Things Sarah Bauer 00:27:43 This is my summer list of fun ideas to jumpstart more ways to have fun. Do you think you can have more fun this summer with one of these things? Try it out and let me know. This is my summer list of fun ideas to jumpstart more ways to have fun. Do you think you can have more fun this summer with one of these things? Try it out and let me know. play, creative summer, summer, reignite your summer no full 63 b618df64-5da0-44c6-ac7c-6783936190cf (Ep62) The June of Fun Fun is something we associate to everything from satisfaction to playfulness to leisure.  If I have this right, I think the majority of  people are not making enough fun in their life to find the satisfaction guarantee. This month we look at more ways to bring the fun back into your life.  

]]> Fri, 4 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep62-the-june-of-fun-aNSEClUr Fun is something we associate to everything from satisfaction to playfulness to leisure.  If I have this right, I think the majority of  people are not making enough fun in their life to find the satisfaction guarantee. This month we look at more ways to bring the fun back into your life.  

]]> (Ep62) The June of Fun Sarah Bauer 00:30:41 FUN!! The theme for this month is fun. How much fun are you having? I think it really should be phrased: how much fun are you making in your life? FUN!! The theme for this month is fun. How much fun are you having? I think it really should be phrased: how much fun are you making in your life? satisfaction, creative fun, workplace satisfaction, fun, obligation, construction of fun no full 62 b20cf347-dc73-40b4-b0c5-865331f9b9e9 (Ep61) Intuitive Summer Creativity Do what sounds fun,

Take breaks to refresh your mental state, 

Let your intuition pick the best things for your life, 

and Remember what you personally find intuitively fun.

]]> Thu, 27 May 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep61-intuitive-summer-creativity-0591B29t Do what sounds fun,

Take breaks to refresh your mental state, 

Let your intuition pick the best things for your life, 

and Remember what you personally find intuitively fun.

]]> (Ep61) Intuitive Summer Creativity Sarah Bauer 00:04:34 Henry Bauer relays my (Sarah Bauer's) thoughts on summer intuition. Henry Bauer relays my (Sarah Bauer's) thoughts on summer intuition. no full 61 34b11163-c8cf-49c1-b6b6-ccde2dfb8d07 (Ep60) Kera Thompson Intuitive Interview Check out Kera on social media  @Kera_thompson

Because she is amazing. 

]]> Fri, 21 May 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep60-kera-thompson-intuitive-interview-yq5ZWmFV Check out Kera on social media  @Kera_thompson

Because she is amazing. 

]]> (Ep60) Kera Thompson Intuitive Interview Sarah Bauer 00:37:02 Today's interview with Kera Thompson (Utah Jazz Entertainment Host, yoga teacher, wife, mother, wise soul sharing) was a true lesson in intuition. Her thought process and guide intuitively through life is inspiring and encouraging all in one. Today's interview with Kera Thompson (Utah Jazz Entertainment Host, yoga teacher, wife, mother, wise soul sharing) was a true lesson in intuition. Her thought process and guide intuitively through life is inspiring and encouraging all in one. no full 60 f96521e9-5b74-4c55-aa47-31558d153874 (Ep59) Blink While the information in this book is riveting and imagination-capturing, for the everyday person like me, where does it apply? 

Starting to pay attention to the ways I use my intuition, but also the ways that I learn about my intuition.  And how you and I both can be better at using it. 

 

]]> Fri, 14 May 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep59-blink-_avtXecb While the information in this book is riveting and imagination-capturing, for the everyday person like me, where does it apply? 

Starting to pay attention to the ways I use my intuition, but also the ways that I learn about my intuition.  And how you and I both can be better at using it. 

 

]]> (Ep59) Blink Sarah Bauer 00:23:38 Malcolm Gladwell's Book Blink: An exercise and an invitation for more intuition in your life. Malcolm Gladwell's Book Blink: An exercise and an invitation for more intuition in your life. no full 59 1d7c62c8-142d-4994-8187-003c8c5165e5 (Ep58) Intuition Intuition is  a  term that has everything from a spiritual tinge to a blatant guidance role in our lives.  Most notably, intuition is noted, studied, and used as clinical terminology to describe an inner knowing that has real life effects, and researcher backing. 

If you need more intuition in your life be sure to take a listen. 

]]> Fri, 7 May 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep58-intuition-zRuSn_rT Intuition is  a  term that has everything from a spiritual tinge to a blatant guidance role in our lives.  Most notably, intuition is noted, studied, and used as clinical terminology to describe an inner knowing that has real life effects, and researcher backing. 

If you need more intuition in your life be sure to take a listen. 

]]> (Ep58) Intuition Sarah Bauer 00:30:43 Intuition is tricky. More notably the definition of intuition is tricky. How do we use it, how do we like it to influence our lives, and especially, how do we get more in tune with it so we can use it more effectively. Intuition is tricky. More notably the definition of intuition is tricky. How do we use it, how do we like it to influence our lives, and especially, how do we get more in tune with it so we can use it more effectively. creativity, intuitive creativity, intuition, creating a home for intuition, expansion no full 58 ad855b20-3c97-4adb-ad2d-04b626375786 (Ep57) The Next Gen of Kindness Literally the future is in good, kind hands. I caught a break to interview a bunch of generous kids about kindness, and they gave such great answers I had to plop them here for all to hear. The future is not only bright, but kind. 

Here's some quick takeaways: 

  1. If you think someone is kind, tell them that is a quality you love in them. 
  2. Think of when you might have needed some kindness from someone else, then pay it forward for someone new. 
  3. Think of the net-good in the world, and add a sprinkle of kindness, and let it ride. 
  4. Choose one small thing that you can change to bring more kindness to light in the world. Focus on that and make it a habit. 
  5. Find your personal definition of kindness and let it guide  you for the better. 

Go out, play, and be kind. 

]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep57-the-next-gen-of-kindness-SoaDnPzn Literally the future is in good, kind hands. I caught a break to interview a bunch of generous kids about kindness, and they gave such great answers I had to plop them here for all to hear. The future is not only bright, but kind. 

Here's some quick takeaways: 

  1. If you think someone is kind, tell them that is a quality you love in them. 
  2. Think of when you might have needed some kindness from someone else, then pay it forward for someone new. 
  3. Think of the net-good in the world, and add a sprinkle of kindness, and let it ride. 
  4. Choose one small thing that you can change to bring more kindness to light in the world. Focus on that and make it a habit. 
  5. Find your personal definition of kindness and let it guide  you for the better. 

Go out, play, and be kind. 

]]> (Ep57) The Next Gen of Kindness Sarah Bauer 00:15:26 The Lightening Round Interviews of Kindness. The Lightening Round Interviews of Kindness. no full 57 32851629-d08f-418e-a6e4-bd3f916530e9 (Ep56) Just Be Kind Already Here is my list of small kindnesses to add to the world when and wherever you can: 

Make people feel seen

Offer help. Reach in a grocery store, put someone's cart away

Pick up some trash, it's everywhere. Keep your eyes open.

Smile at someone (I realize this one seems difficult because we are masked a lot in public and you cannot see people's mouths, but try while you are driving, or walking on the sidewalk, or at a public park)

If you can/cannot smile at people, be sure to also try to make eye contact. Especially while conversing. Your checker, cart return, delivery driver, fast food clerk, gym desk attendee, older neighbor, everyone can see you seeing them, and in a time when human interaction is just plain weird, make sure to SEE people.

Promote peace. at home, at work, at play

Listen to people. Be an active listener. Look it up, refresh your memory, and then practice listening

Give a genuine compliment

Make small talk with people. It's trite sometimes, but try and make that connection kind and genuine.

Help someone you love. Just a little or a little extra.

Encourage someone. kindly offer feedback in an encouraging way.

Let someone merge. For goodness sake try to be a generous driver.

Pay for someone else. Even if it's leaving your change for the next person

Volunteer your precious time.

Say "I love you" to people. I mean it. Say it.

Hold the door for someone.

Offer to help. just offer.

Withhold judgement. withhold speaking for someone else.

Send a kind email, card, or text.

Watch out for the lonely hearts of the world. People who look down and out, or are perpetually on their own. Make sure you recognize the people on their own who may need a lift.

]]> Fri, 23 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep56-just-be-kind-already-wihhri1k Here is my list of small kindnesses to add to the world when and wherever you can: 

Make people feel seen

Offer help. Reach in a grocery store, put someone's cart away

Pick up some trash, it's everywhere. Keep your eyes open.

Smile at someone (I realize this one seems difficult because we are masked a lot in public and you cannot see people's mouths, but try while you are driving, or walking on the sidewalk, or at a public park)

If you can/cannot smile at people, be sure to also try to make eye contact. Especially while conversing. Your checker, cart return, delivery driver, fast food clerk, gym desk attendee, older neighbor, everyone can see you seeing them, and in a time when human interaction is just plain weird, make sure to SEE people.

Promote peace. at home, at work, at play

Listen to people. Be an active listener. Look it up, refresh your memory, and then practice listening

Give a genuine compliment

Make small talk with people. It's trite sometimes, but try and make that connection kind and genuine.

Help someone you love. Just a little or a little extra.

Encourage someone. kindly offer feedback in an encouraging way.

Let someone merge. For goodness sake try to be a generous driver.

Pay for someone else. Even if it's leaving your change for the next person

Volunteer your precious time.

Say "I love you" to people. I mean it. Say it.

Hold the door for someone.

Offer to help. just offer.

Withhold judgement. withhold speaking for someone else.

Send a kind email, card, or text.

Watch out for the lonely hearts of the world. People who look down and out, or are perpetually on their own. Make sure you recognize the people on their own who may need a lift.

]]> (Ep56) Just Be Kind Already Sarah Bauer 00:14:37 In a world where you can choose to be anything, choose to be kind. Kindness has meant a lot to me in my formative years, but spending a month with a focus on kindness has lead me to believe there is more than enough kindness to go around, but people are stingy with their kindness. In a world where you can choose to be anything, choose to be kind. Kindness has meant a lot to me in my formative years, but spending a month with a focus on kindness has lead me to believe there is more than enough kindness to go around, but people are stingy with their kindness. no full 56 f55eb709-2f50-4b83-b5d7-8c1f5eb901af (Ep55) My Personal Kindness Guru: My Mom In this episode we talk about three things: 

Her definition of kindness (which is good)

Her history of learning to be kind (which is great) 

And the impact of kindness that my special needs younger sister Eliza Jane left for this world as an example. 

Listen in, and make the conscious choice to be a little kinder every single day. 

]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep55-my-personal-kindness-guru-my-mom-7yKiXgNi In this episode we talk about three things: 

Her definition of kindness (which is good)

Her history of learning to be kind (which is great) 

And the impact of kindness that my special needs younger sister Eliza Jane left for this world as an example. 

Listen in, and make the conscious choice to be a little kinder every single day. 

]]> (Ep55) My Personal Kindness Guru: My Mom Sarah Bauer 00:40:49 I will share her with you for this episode, but my Mother is one of the kindest and most thoughtful people on the planet. Her generosity and compassion are far and away some of the best resources of my childhood and have shaped me into who I am. I will share her with you for this episode, but my Mother is one of the kindest and most thoughtful people on the planet. Her generosity and compassion are far and away some of the best resources of my childhood and have shaped me into who I am. no full 55 0ff225b6-b2c2-4364-a742-0955d3d366b1 (Ep54) The Courage to be Disliked Adlerian Psychology is an intense and determined look at how we don't really need to take our past lives into account when forming our everyday life. While I have the benefit of taking this incrementally into my own life, I want to empower you to do the same. Some of the ideas and credits in this book are not meant to rule all, but add perspective. 

Boundaried kindness is what the world needs more of, and in fact, more self-compassion would help us all in bringing this about. 

 

Link to the book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Disliked-Phenomenon-Happiness/dp/1501197274/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FWLPNMIM59I7&dchild=1&keywords=the+courage+to+be+disliked&qid=1617923903&sprefix=The+courage+to+be+dislike%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1

]]> Fri, 9 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep54-the-courage-to-be-disliked-9yQnXVpb Adlerian Psychology is an intense and determined look at how we don't really need to take our past lives into account when forming our everyday life. While I have the benefit of taking this incrementally into my own life, I want to empower you to do the same. Some of the ideas and credits in this book are not meant to rule all, but add perspective. 

Boundaried kindness is what the world needs more of, and in fact, more self-compassion would help us all in bringing this about. 

 

Link to the book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Disliked-Phenomenon-Happiness/dp/1501197274/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FWLPNMIM59I7&dchild=1&keywords=the+courage+to+be+disliked&qid=1617923903&sprefix=The+courage+to+be+dislike%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1

]]> (Ep54) The Courage to be Disliked Sarah Bauer 00:32:16 The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga is a Japanese translation of an intriguing commentary on Adlerian Psycology. What does that have to do with kindness? Well, true kindness is discovering for yourself what you can love about life, even in the bad experiences, and even the dislikes of yourself. The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga is a Japanese translation of an intriguing commentary on Adlerian Psycology. What does that have to do with kindness? Well, true kindness is discovering for yourself what you can love about life, even in the bad experiences, and even the dislikes of yourself. no full 54 7f8584c4-ba89-4c43-a20d-6f1acfcedf6c (Ep53) April Challenge: Kindness Kindness is underrated, and underrepresented in our society, and yet it is one of the first things we experience and learn as human beings.  Today, let's change the way we think about how kindness contributes, and hope to bring a little more into our lives to make ourselves love to live a little lighter. 

]]> Fri, 2 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep53-april-challenge-kindness-BRUDtQN0 Kindness is underrated, and underrepresented in our society, and yet it is one of the first things we experience and learn as human beings.  Today, let's change the way we think about how kindness contributes, and hope to bring a little more into our lives to make ourselves love to live a little lighter. 

]]> (Ep53) April Challenge: Kindness Sarah Bauer 00:34:12 "Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough." -Franklin D. Roosevelt "Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough." -Franklin D. Roosevelt calm creativity, creative thinking, kindness no full 53 4c31a4cc-4f47-46a4-8913-4bf3338673dc (Ep52) Healing Potential Fri, 26 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep52-healing-potential-yNm_upVH (Ep52) Healing Potential Sarah Bauer 00:26:29 The ways that we can emotionally heal are also the potential for growth. If we chase down a few small opportunities to heal, we also openly create pathways for exponentially more opportunities for growth and creativity in our lives. The ways that we can emotionally heal are also the potential for growth. If we chase down a few small opportunities to heal, we also openly create pathways for exponentially more opportunities for growth and creativity in our lives. healing, emotional healing, growth and creativity, potential growth no full 52 6a631cf9-bae6-4826-a776-262d1ce5bdf2 (Ep51) Raw Potential Creativity with Autumn Kimball About Autumn: 

https://www.mothermag.com/autumn-kimball-mother-of-6-boys/

https://www.clarev.com/blogs/la-vie-cv/178201671-drawing-with-autumn-kimball-of-kimball-creative

 

]]> Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Autumn Kimball) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep51-raw-potential-creativity-with-autumn-kimball-oDkmHo0e About Autumn: 

https://www.mothermag.com/autumn-kimball-mother-of-6-boys/

https://www.clarev.com/blogs/la-vie-cv/178201671-drawing-with-autumn-kimball-of-kimball-creative

 

]]> (Ep51) Raw Potential Creativity with Autumn Kimball Sarah Bauer, Autumn Kimball 00:51:38 Autumn Kimball is a veteran of brands like Calvin Klein, Shabby Apple and more. Her experience as a creative director for multiple international companies has built her a reputation of originality. She also mothers 6 boys on the side, with a set of QUADRUPLETS as her oldest four. Autumn Kimball is a veteran of brands like Calvin Klein, Shabby Apple and more. Her experience as a creative director for multiple international companies has built her a reputation of originality. She also mothers 6 boys on the side, with a set of QUADRUPLETS as her oldest four. creativity, creative director, joy, expereince, raw creativity, joy in life, experience no full 51 6a6a14ae-48ed-4b7b-be98-cf76b93ff2fb (Ep50) Book Review: The Happiness Advantage Links to the book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Positive-Brain-Success/dp/0307591557/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37MVNJUN79DE9&dchild=1&keywords=the+happiness+advantage&qid=1614968878&sprefix=the+happiness+%2Caps%2C380&sr=8-1

]]> Fri, 12 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep50-book-review-the-happiness-advantage-NKhXyP4e Links to the book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Positive-Brain-Success/dp/0307591557/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37MVNJUN79DE9&dchild=1&keywords=the+happiness+advantage&qid=1614968878&sprefix=the+happiness+%2Caps%2C380&sr=8-1

]]> (Ep50) Book Review: The Happiness Advantage Sarah Bauer 00:28:28 Reviewing the Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor. This book unlocks potential for happiness, in every area. Many of the research studies cited also talk about one key factor being a part of an enjoyable life: PLAY, and enjoyment. Reviewing the Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor. This book unlocks potential for happiness, in every area. Many of the research studies cited also talk about one key factor being a part of an enjoyable life: PLAY, and enjoyment. potential happiness, happiness advantage, unlocking potential, shawn achor no full 50 0cdfa29c-14be-4ccb-b944-eb8e22471441 (Ep49) Potential Pep Talk Here are some references from what I quoted today: 

Dr. Patricia Murugami TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/patricia_murugami_four_steps_to_unlock_your_potential

More story of my younger sister Eliza Jane: 

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/deseretnews/obituary.aspx?n=eliza-jane-delamare&pid=190269171

 

]]> Fri, 5 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep49-potential-pep-talk-SlMqK_af Here are some references from what I quoted today: 

Dr. Patricia Murugami TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/patricia_murugami_four_steps_to_unlock_your_potential

More story of my younger sister Eliza Jane: 

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/deseretnews/obituary.aspx?n=eliza-jane-delamare&pid=190269171

 

]]> (Ep49) Potential Pep Talk Sarah Bauer 00:31:33 First Friday in March and our topic for the month is Potential. Potential is tricky because everyone has their own individual way of looking at it, but at the same time, we all have an individual potential to explore and exploit! First Friday in March and our topic for the month is Potential. Potential is tricky because everyone has their own individual way of looking at it, but at the same time, we all have an individual potential to explore and exploit! no full 49 445da048-492f-456e-83cc-3d2afa50402a (Ep48) Creative Expectations Today I have three of my own personal expectations that zap my creative energy and dissolve any resolve that I can create a new way of thinking. 

]]> Fri, 26 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep48-creative-expectations-iBRmNshQ Today I have three of my own personal expectations that zap my creative energy and dissolve any resolve that I can create a new way of thinking. 

]]> (Ep48) Creative Expectations Sarah Bauer 00:20:08 Creativity Killers are hiding in your expectations. If you let your expectations have too much control, you lose out on curiosity and creative thinking. Creativity Killers are hiding in your expectations. If you let your expectations have too much control, you lose out on curiosity and creative thinking. creativity, curiosity, expectations no full 48 3f92dd73-3e69-4c1c-9c7d-a136e85e096a (Ep47) Empowered Expectations with Jenna Rammell Find Jenna's podcast Dear Jenna Podcast (with Jenna Rammell). 

]]> Fri, 19 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Jenna Rammell) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep47-empowered-expectations-with-jenna-rammell-Lld2_cjW Find Jenna's podcast Dear Jenna Podcast (with Jenna Rammell). 

]]> (Ep47) Empowered Expectations with Jenna Rammell Sarah Bauer, Jenna Rammell 00:39:54 An interview with business owner Jenna Rammell. Jenna talks about the expectations placed on the roles we assume in life. Her perspective of being empathetic while actively on social media fosters the hope that the true connectivity of social media is here to stay, especially if we expect to connect with those people that matter to us. "You just need a few good people to love". An interview with business owner Jenna Rammell. Jenna talks about the expectations placed on the roles we assume in life. Her perspective of being empathetic while actively on social media fosters the hope that the true connectivity of social media is here to stay, especially if we expect to connect with those people that matter to us. "You just need a few good people to love". creative expectations, great expectations, expectations no full 47 8a465d57-0189-4bcb-9da6-bd88b5d3f7e0 (Ep46) Agreement of Expectations Where to Buy: 

Amazon: 

Thriftbooks.com

SecondSale

 

]]> Fri, 12 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep46-agreement-of-expectations-SF4YGam5 Where to Buy: 

Amazon: 

Thriftbooks.com

SecondSale

 

]]> (Ep46) Agreement of Expectations Sarah Bauer 00:32:42 Our first ever book review!! We talk about Don Miguel Ruiz book The Four Agreements. This is in relation to changing our expectations to work for us, and to work better for us! Our first ever book review!! We talk about Don Miguel Ruiz book The Four Agreements. This is in relation to changing our expectations to work for us, and to work better for us! great expectations, expectations, productivity no full 46 68eba351-ede3-4535-ae2d-86818a71cbd0 (Ep45) Expect a Challenge Fri, 5 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep45-expect-a-challenge-1WyDfUAN (Ep45) Expect a Challenge Sarah Bauer 00:27:41 Expectations can be challenging to deal with, but did you know you already have the streamlined capability to make expectations part of your recipe for success? Come find out a little bit more about how to tweak your expectations to be a huge productivity boost! Expectations can be challenging to deal with, but did you know you already have the streamlined capability to make expectations part of your recipe for success? Come find out a little bit more about how to tweak your expectations to be a huge productivity boost! expect the best., creative expectations, great expectations, expectations, challenge expectations no full 45 95f6136b-a740-481b-8552-04cbde2f9fe3 (Ep44) Facing That Fear Come listen to a few creative strategies about how YOU can face your fears (big and small) and come out on top! 

]]> Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep44-facing-that-fear-fmCtizAs Come listen to a few creative strategies about how YOU can face your fears (big and small) and come out on top! 

]]> (Ep44) Facing That Fear Sarah Bauer 00:23:32 Fear. Innate, intuitive, exasperating. Wanna know a secret about fear? We ALL have it, and we all have a hard time with it getting in our way. Fear. Innate, intuitive, exasperating. Wanna know a secret about fear? We ALL have it, and we all have a hard time with it getting in our way. overcoming obstacles, creativity, creative solutions, creativity and fear, fear no full 44 391bee67-97be-46f2-bea3-354e2bf86c29 (Ep43) The Curiosity Element Citations for this episode: Babbie, E. R. (2016). The Basics of Social Research. Quote about authority and tradition. 

]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep43-the-curiosity-element-DvInSF6t Citations for this episode: Babbie, E. R. (2016). The Basics of Social Research. Quote about authority and tradition. 

]]> (Ep43) The Curiosity Element Sarah Bauer 00:27:22 Our curiosity is a driving force in everyday life, even if you don't consciously use it all that much. I am telling you, if you exercise little things with curiosity and consistency you will exponentially increase your growth. Our curiosity is a driving force in everyday life, even if you don't consciously use it all that much. I am telling you, if you exercise little things with curiosity and consistency you will exponentially increase your growth. creativity, healing, productivity and growth, hope, curiosity, personability, creativity in business no full 43 354dc21f-3651-460f-9814-b33f9778a00c (Ep42) A Joyful January I asked the following questions, and you should answer them for yourself! 

  1. What brings you joy
  2. Do you have a hard time with enjoyment? Tell me why in one word. 
  3. If you could do something with one person, what would it be? 
  4. What brings you confidence? 
  5. What is your hope for the new year of 2021? 

Answer these questions and send me a voice memo: PODCAST@theoliverfund.org

]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep42-a-joyful-january-75cneame I asked the following questions, and you should answer them for yourself! 

  1. What brings you joy
  2. Do you have a hard time with enjoyment? Tell me why in one word. 
  3. If you could do something with one person, what would it be? 
  4. What brings you confidence? 
  5. What is your hope for the new year of 2021? 

Answer these questions and send me a voice memo: PODCAST@theoliverfund.org

]]> (Ep42) A Joyful January Sarah Bauer 00:20:54 Lightening-Round interviews are fun! The interviewees were from 8-80s and we have all walks of life, and it was enlightening and so fun! Maybe we will make this a series! I interviewed 12 people about their New Year outlook, and it was so fun! Lightening-Round interviews are fun! The interviewees were from 8-80s and we have all walks of life, and it was enlightening and so fun! Maybe we will make this a series! I interviewed 12 people about their New Year outlook, and it was so fun! play, creativity, enjoyment, contribution, joy, playful adults, personal development no full 42 ea6c868d-5d31-4db7-bf1d-8700339ace73 (Ep41) Homerun in 2021 Fri, 8 Jan 2021 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep41-homerun-in-2021-5HVmd4GJ (Ep41) Homerun in 2021 Sarah Bauer 00:19:07 Happy 2021!! Friends today is a quickie pep talk to kickoff your 2021! So excited to share some of the new research this year of making your life better with the little tweaks that make a simple life more enjoyable! Happy 2021!! Friends today is a quickie pep talk to kickoff your 2021! So excited to share some of the new research this year of making your life better with the little tweaks that make a simple life more enjoyable! curiosity, human development no full 41 f8a07c65-cbcf-4954-a375-52ebac8af99d (Ep40) A Charming Holiday Season Less than 50 days are in the year and it is time that we come to terms that this might just be the best gift of 2020-- time to reset and have time to solidify relationships, rediscover our joys, and have a chance to make the transition to 2021 a great one. Here's to a good holiday season regardless of stay at home advisories and mask mandates! 

]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2020 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep40-a-charming-holiday-season-Lt02ifvK Less than 50 days are in the year and it is time that we come to terms that this might just be the best gift of 2020-- time to reset and have time to solidify relationships, rediscover our joys, and have a chance to make the transition to 2021 a great one. Here's to a good holiday season regardless of stay at home advisories and mask mandates! 

]]> (Ep40) A Charming Holiday Season Sarah Bauer 00:28:01 Holidays are not even here and already it seems like they have been cancelled, or toned down to the point of boredom. 2020 is not over yet, and here are some tips to use this season to your advantage. Use your joys to drive your holiday season toward connection and true joy. Holidays are not even here and already it seems like they have been cancelled, or toned down to the point of boredom. 2020 is not over yet, and here are some tips to use this season to your advantage. Use your joys to drive your holiday season toward connection and true joy. no full 40 4633f3a3-456b-4622-95f0-d81da34a5851 (Ep39) Rework that Relationship In this episode I recap the goodies I learned from the interviews of the relationship series. Most of the connections we make in life (that we want to keep) take work. For the majority of us, that means hoping things stay congenial, and within our comfort zone. If we want the relationships to grow, we have to be willing to push it forward, and this episode we talk about 4 easy and simple things to make sure we are getting what we need and want out of our relationships. 

]]> Fri, 6 Nov 2020 07:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep39-rework-that-relationship-_FPRdoSQ In this episode I recap the goodies I learned from the interviews of the relationship series. Most of the connections we make in life (that we want to keep) take work. For the majority of us, that means hoping things stay congenial, and within our comfort zone. If we want the relationships to grow, we have to be willing to push it forward, and this episode we talk about 4 easy and simple things to make sure we are getting what we need and want out of our relationships. 

]]> (Ep39) Rework that Relationship Sarah Bauer 00:31:30 As a summary to our relationships series, I have compiled mu favorite EASY things to make any relationship better. As a summary to our relationships series, I have compiled mu favorite EASY things to make any relationship better. no full 39 3b1f30ce-124c-47ed-b830-dc08e68aefa6 (Ep38) Relationship Series: Matt Driggs, Relationship Hobbyist Simple approachable ways to make your relationships better. Matt's book has focused on romantic relationships, but the focus on relationship building has the same applications to all relationships. 

Here  are the links to what we discussed in this episode. 

Matt’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-50-Ways-Scientifically-Proven-Connect-ebook/dp/B0725NTQZW/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Matthew+Driggs+love&qid=1603999234&sr=8-1

Active Listening IMAGO Dialogue information: https://harvilleandhelen.com/initiatives/what-is-imago/

3 levels of conversation outline: https://authenticrelating.co/blog/2017/11/10/the-three-levels-of-conversation/

(Informational: Most superficial; Personal: Invitation to connect, Talking about the emotion; Relational: Connecting and communicating about the emotion)

]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep38-relationship-series-matt-driggs-relationship-hobbyist-So6zbLJt Simple approachable ways to make your relationships better. Matt's book has focused on romantic relationships, but the focus on relationship building has the same applications to all relationships. 

Here  are the links to what we discussed in this episode. 

Matt’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-50-Ways-Scientifically-Proven-Connect-ebook/dp/B0725NTQZW/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Matthew+Driggs+love&qid=1603999234&sr=8-1

Active Listening IMAGO Dialogue information: https://harvilleandhelen.com/initiatives/what-is-imago/

3 levels of conversation outline: https://authenticrelating.co/blog/2017/11/10/the-three-levels-of-conversation/

(Informational: Most superficial; Personal: Invitation to connect, Talking about the emotion; Relational: Connecting and communicating about the emotion)

]]> (Ep38) Relationship Series: Matt Driggs, Relationship Hobbyist Sarah Bauer 00:44:08 Matt Driggs is an attorney by trade, but a relationship hobbyist by choice. Matt took a deep dive into the relationship ties that bind. He shares them in his book Love 50 Ways, and takes the time to share them with us! Matt Driggs is an attorney by trade, but a relationship hobbyist by choice. Matt took a deep dive into the relationship ties that bind. He shares them in his book Love 50 Ways, and takes the time to share them with us! no full 38 0c2c1d94-c340-4804-b4f6-439c92da6bd8 (Ep37) Relationship Series: Kelly Jensen, Sisterhood Advocate Kelly gives us all sorts of nuggets about sisterhood, or whatever "hood" you may need to surround yourself with.  Kelly gives us reminders about boundaries, building up old friendships, holding space for family relationships, bookmarking relationships, and fostering new space for growth! 

You can find more of her goodness on Instagram: @kellyejensen

]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep37-relationship-series-kelly-jensen-sisterhood-advocate-iVCEPVm8 Kelly gives us all sorts of nuggets about sisterhood, or whatever "hood" you may need to surround yourself with.  Kelly gives us reminders about boundaries, building up old friendships, holding space for family relationships, bookmarking relationships, and fostering new space for growth! 

You can find more of her goodness on Instagram: @kellyejensen

]]> (Ep37) Relationship Series: Kelly Jensen, Sisterhood Advocate Sarah Bauer 01:03:56 Kelly Jensen is a wisdom warrior on many fronts. This girl knows where it's at. She is an instant love, and will make you feel encircled in her circle of loving encouragement. Kelly Jensen is a wisdom warrior on many fronts. This girl knows where it's at. She is an instant love, and will make you feel encircled in her circle of loving encouragement. no full 37 040ceac1-aa67-4c91-a57d-6ba432808569 (Ep36) Relationship Series: Kristin Andrus, Ambassador for Good Kristin is a master at showing up as herself, and she applies that to her marriage. Her ability to encourage, cheerlead, gather, and defend  are all a tribute to her working on many different aspects that bring her joy in life. Her love of gathering and feeding others has fostered a love of helping and lifting others. This has also shed a light on the relationship that Kristin shares with her husband Jeremy. They show the ability they have to support and care for each other in a tailor made way! Her tips and advice go a long way, and every relationship can benefit! 

Find more of her goodness: @kristinandrus on Instagram

]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Kristin Andrus) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep36-relationship-series-kristin-andrus-ambassador-for-good-3CL3OMnw Kristin is a master at showing up as herself, and she applies that to her marriage. Her ability to encourage, cheerlead, gather, and defend  are all a tribute to her working on many different aspects that bring her joy in life. Her love of gathering and feeding others has fostered a love of helping and lifting others. This has also shed a light on the relationship that Kristin shares with her husband Jeremy. They show the ability they have to support and care for each other in a tailor made way! Her tips and advice go a long way, and every relationship can benefit! 

Find more of her goodness: @kristinandrus on Instagram

]]> (Ep36) Relationship Series: Kristin Andrus, Ambassador for Good Sarah Bauer, Kristin Andrus 00:52:35 Kristin Andrus is a champion of service, of showing up, and of being yourself no matter what. I LOVED my conversation with her focused around marriage but this could easily be applied to all relationships for two close people. Kristin Andrus is a champion of service, of showing up, and of being yourself no matter what. I LOVED my conversation with her focused around marriage but this could easily be applied to all relationships for two close people. marriage, playful relationships, relationships, playful marriage no full 36 7e5b23f2-81ef-4d8f-b4a4-88b22a244228 (Ep35) Relationship Series: Dr. Finlayson-Fife, Sex Therapist Dr. Jennifer Finalyson-Fife is a sex therapist concerned with the thought that women (and men) can lose themselves in the expectations placed upon them in relationships rather than being true to their own innate desire to know themselves before they are known by someone else. 

While Dr. Finlayson-Fife is usually called up for a discourse on how to tap into your own desires to create an intimate relationship (generally with a partner), her wisdom and encouragement for women (and men) to figure out what makes them happy readily applies to the versions of ourselves that are "allowed" to do things, such as play. 

Dr. Finlayson-Fife has a wide variety of resources and educational guides on her website, including a vast library of podcast episodes she has done in the past, found here: https://www.finlayson-fife.com/podcasts

 

]]> Fri, 9 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep35-relationship-series-dr-finlayson-fife-sex-therapist-y7H4X7xz Dr. Jennifer Finalyson-Fife is a sex therapist concerned with the thought that women (and men) can lose themselves in the expectations placed upon them in relationships rather than being true to their own innate desire to know themselves before they are known by someone else. 

While Dr. Finlayson-Fife is usually called up for a discourse on how to tap into your own desires to create an intimate relationship (generally with a partner), her wisdom and encouragement for women (and men) to figure out what makes them happy readily applies to the versions of ourselves that are "allowed" to do things, such as play. 

Dr. Finlayson-Fife has a wide variety of resources and educational guides on her website, including a vast library of podcast episodes she has done in the past, found here: https://www.finlayson-fife.com/podcasts

 

]]> (Ep35) Relationship Series: Dr. Finlayson-Fife, Sex Therapist Sarah Bauer 00:35:53 Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is a therapist who specializes in helping women and men find a connection to their desire. Dr. Finlayson-Fife jumpstarts relationship building by encouraging the individuals to be true to their own desire and responsible for themselves are Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is a therapist who specializes in helping women and men find a connection to their desire. Dr. Finlayson-Fife jumpstarts relationship building by encouraging the individuals to be true to their own desire and responsible for themselves are no full 35 68bae0de-6d34-45d7-a57e-fd753f0598b8 (Ep34) Introducing the Relationship Series! Our guests in this series tell us all about their work, thoughts, and callings in bringing people together, even if it is just a partner or friends. We have a series of conversations about relationships, how they work, how unique they are, and how we can value ourselves in the process of making our relationships last. 

Stay tuned for some of the best in the relationship business! 

]]> Fri, 2 Oct 2020 06:00:00 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep34-introducing-the-relationship-series-7PondEzq Our guests in this series tell us all about their work, thoughts, and callings in bringing people together, even if it is just a partner or friends. We have a series of conversations about relationships, how they work, how unique they are, and how we can value ourselves in the process of making our relationships last. 

Stay tuned for some of the best in the relationship business! 

]]> (Ep34) Introducing the Relationship Series! Sarah Bauer 00:34:58 Relationships began for all of us before we consciously had to make an effort, or had to decide what our relationship goals were. This series is all about how we are hardwired for connection, but making stronger connections takes thought and work! Relationships began for all of us before we consciously had to make an effort, or had to decide what our relationship goals were. This series is all about how we are hardwired for connection, but making stronger connections takes thought and work! relationships, building relationships, creative relationships, balancing relationships no full 34 85af701c-2422-4880-9fb3-63aade0e6c1b (Ep33) RECAP Creative Series Here are the contributors 

@jennaevanswelch

@jkirkrichards

@tiffanyrosenhan @girlfromnowherebook

@farmhousevernacular

@missessies_est2003

]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2020 06:00:07 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep33-recap-creative-series-YY1ja012 Here are the contributors 

@jennaevanswelch

@jkirkrichards

@tiffanyrosenhan @girlfromnowherebook

@farmhousevernacular

@missessies_est2003

]]> (Ep33) RECAP Creative Series Sarah Bauer 00:18:14 To summarize our creative series, here is a quick 18 minute episode, and some quick tips at the end. Don't wait! Play today! To summarize our creative series, here is a quick 18 minute episode, and some quick tips at the end. Don't wait! Play today! no full 36 8a53780b-ccad-443b-aa05-a2c29c1854d5 (Ep32) Creative Series: Marcus Jones, Entrepreneur +BBQ Master Marcus is an owner of the small but mighty BBQ business, and Marcus created the  beauty behind the meats. I stumbled upon Miss Essie's BBQ sauce at our local Smith's here in Salt Lake and it is just the making of any great BBQ. Even if I can only make mediocre meat. 

Marcus has a true gift of tinkering and playing with flavors until they are just right, and his tinker abilities expand to also be a part of his business abilities. He is ready to tinker to get things right, and to expand his company! 

 

You can find Mr. Marcus online at: 

https://missessiesbbq.com/

And on Instagram: 

@missessies_est2003

]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2020 06:00:08 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Marcus Jones) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep32-creative-series-marcus-jones-entrepreneur-bbq-master-ka7wVQb7 Marcus is an owner of the small but mighty BBQ business, and Marcus created the  beauty behind the meats. I stumbled upon Miss Essie's BBQ sauce at our local Smith's here in Salt Lake and it is just the making of any great BBQ. Even if I can only make mediocre meat. 

Marcus has a true gift of tinkering and playing with flavors until they are just right, and his tinker abilities expand to also be a part of his business abilities. He is ready to tinker to get things right, and to expand his company! 

 

You can find Mr. Marcus online at: 

https://missessiesbbq.com/

And on Instagram: 

@missessies_est2003

]]> (Ep32) Creative Series: Marcus Jones, Entrepreneur +BBQ Master Sarah Bauer, Marcus Jones 00:56:22 Marcus Jones is well versed in the language of BBQ and sauces. His company Miss Essie's BBQ (named for his Grandmother Essie) takes on the challenges presented to small companies thinking big. Marcus Jones is well versed in the language of BBQ and sauces. His company Miss Essie's BBQ (named for his Grandmother Essie) takes on the challenges presented to small companies thinking big. play with food, creative foodies, playful, food, food for thought no full 32 d283c304-8f92-4012-922f-207f5ca81df8 (Ep31) Creative Series: Paige Sander Engineer/Remodeler I have the pleasure of introducing Paige Sander of the Instagram and Youtube Channel for Farmhouse Vernacular. She and her husband are double degreed engineers, and both grew up on farmland. When it came time to find a house they both wanted to settle on some land of their own in a house they could make their own. They found a 1905 farmhouse on 50 acres and it fit the bill with precision. They have taken the time and creativity to restore this home with an online audience and take us on entertaining diversions through remodeling bathrooms, and kitchens, and learning how to do things in the 21st century. Through all of these things Paige manages to keep a cheery entertainment about her, and it was on one of her soapbox’s about Play that I pounced on the opportunity to interview her and gain her perspective on why play is looked down on, but why it is ever more pressing than ever before.

Instagram: @farmhousevernacular

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkx82bdlBc68Ty4EfDeCn1Q

]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2020 06:00:23 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Paige Sander, Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep31-creative-series-paige-sander-engineer-remodeler-CH6DMg_s I have the pleasure of introducing Paige Sander of the Instagram and Youtube Channel for Farmhouse Vernacular. She and her husband are double degreed engineers, and both grew up on farmland. When it came time to find a house they both wanted to settle on some land of their own in a house they could make their own. They found a 1905 farmhouse on 50 acres and it fit the bill with precision. They have taken the time and creativity to restore this home with an online audience and take us on entertaining diversions through remodeling bathrooms, and kitchens, and learning how to do things in the 21st century. Through all of these things Paige manages to keep a cheery entertainment about her, and it was on one of her soapbox’s about Play that I pounced on the opportunity to interview her and gain her perspective on why play is looked down on, but why it is ever more pressing than ever before.

Instagram: @farmhousevernacular

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkx82bdlBc68Ty4EfDeCn1Q

]]> (Ep31) Creative Series: Paige Sander Engineer/Remodeler Paige Sander, Sarah Bauer 00:52:34 Today we have an engineer turned restoration/social media progressive Paige Sander of Farmhouse Vernacular. Paige is a creative thinking, highly educated individual with a big happy personality. Her perspective on creative thinking will lighten up everybody's day! Today we have an engineer turned restoration/social media progressive Paige Sander of Farmhouse Vernacular. Paige is a creative thinking, highly educated individual with a big happy personality. Her perspective on creative thinking will lighten up everybody's day! creative solutions, remodeling, playful solutions, adult creativity no full 31 0765ec96-a571-4569-98cc-1e69969834f4 (Ep30) Creative Series: Tiffany Rosenhan, Author Tiffany is a writer, who literally began writing as a hobby, and has grown her hobby into a novel!  Her book has been an Amazon Number one release for the summer and is making waves throughout the country! 

You can buy her book here: 

https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Nowhere-Tiffany-Rosenhan/dp/1547603038/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KZVJAOO1JVGM&dchild=1&keywords=girl+from+nowhere+book&qid=1599160290&sprefix=Girl+from%2Caps%2C201&sr=8-1

]]> Fri, 4 Sep 2020 06:00:04 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Tiffany Rosenhan, Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep30-creative-series-tiffany-rosenhan-author-TbJtKzAB Tiffany is a writer, who literally began writing as a hobby, and has grown her hobby into a novel!  Her book has been an Amazon Number one release for the summer and is making waves throughout the country! 

You can buy her book here: 

https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Nowhere-Tiffany-Rosenhan/dp/1547603038/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KZVJAOO1JVGM&dchild=1&keywords=girl+from+nowhere+book&qid=1599160290&sprefix=Girl+from%2Caps%2C201&sr=8-1

]]> (Ep30) Creative Series: Tiffany Rosenhan, Author Tiffany Rosenhan, Sarah Bauer 00:52:50 Tiffany Rosenhan is a newly published author and mother of four girls. She is a talented and widely read researcher for her imaginative fodder for her book--and hopefully soon more books! She debuted her first YA novel in July titled Girl From Nowhere and it is available NOW! Tiffany Rosenhan is a newly published author and mother of four girls. She is a talented and widely read researcher for her imaginative fodder for her book--and hopefully soon more books! She debuted her first YA novel in July titled Girl From Nowhere and it is available NOW! creativity, playful creatives, author, playful adults no full 30 51bd4711-f2bd-4b79-acb3-ac6e33bef0c9 (Ep29) Creative Series: J.Kirk Richards, Artist His work has highlighted for many the approachable aspect of learning scriptural stories through a human lens of being in the story. His view of art and how it is a pass down of creativity and the value of the human being to create is contagious. 

Find Kirk on Instagram 

@jkirkrichards and @joel.church 

Here is his art school:  @jkrstudioacademy

JKR Gallery handle:  @jkrgallery (check out their business card art show coming up!! 

 

]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2020 06:00:01 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep29-creative-series-jkirk-richards-artist-21PaqA43 His work has highlighted for many the approachable aspect of learning scriptural stories through a human lens of being in the story. His view of art and how it is a pass down of creativity and the value of the human being to create is contagious. 

Find Kirk on Instagram 

@jkirkrichards and @joel.church 

Here is his art school:  @jkrstudioacademy

JKR Gallery handle:  @jkrgallery (check out their business card art show coming up!! 

 

]]> (Ep29) Creative Series: J.Kirk Richards, Artist Sarah Bauer 01:02:49 In a continuation of our creative series, I interview a Wasatch Front famous artist J. Kirk Richards. Kirk is a painter and sculptor working on furthering the abilities of the art community, and bringing up the next generation of artists. In a continuation of our creative series, I interview a Wasatch Front famous artist J. Kirk Richards. Kirk is a painter and sculptor working on furthering the abilities of the art community, and bringing up the next generation of artists. no full 29 ddd15f1f-7166-41a2-886c-646ee346c5f6 (Ep28) Creative Series: Jenna Evans-Welch NYT Bestselling Author Jenna Evans-Welch is a New York Times best-selling author. She has a myriad of talents, but her innate sense of direction in creative endeavors makes her a natural storyteller. Tune in and find out why this woman is a champion of creativity. 

Jenna’s Books: 

Love and Gelato

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Gelato-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1481432559/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Gelato&qid=1597855399&sr=8-1
 

Love and Luck

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Luck-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1534401016/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Luck&qid=1597855430&sr=8-2
 

Love and Olives 

Released November 10

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Olives-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1534448837/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Olives&qid=1597855495&sr=8-1
 

Jenna on Social Media: 

@jennaevanswelch on Instagram


Jenna’s summer book recommendations: 

The Mothers by Brit Bennett

Beach Read by Emily Henry

Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven

28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand

Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner

]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2020 06:00:28 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Jenna Evans-Welch) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep28-creative-series-jenna-evans-welch-nyt-bestselling-author-0b8Goe2m Jenna Evans-Welch is a New York Times best-selling author. She has a myriad of talents, but her innate sense of direction in creative endeavors makes her a natural storyteller. Tune in and find out why this woman is a champion of creativity. 

Jenna’s Books: 

Love and Gelato

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Gelato-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1481432559/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Gelato&qid=1597855399&sr=8-1
 

Love and Luck

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Luck-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1534401016/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Luck&qid=1597855430&sr=8-2
 

Love and Olives 

Released November 10

https://www.amazon.com/Love-Olives-Jenna-Evans-Welch/dp/1534448837/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Olives&qid=1597855495&sr=8-1
 

Jenna on Social Media: 

@jennaevanswelch on Instagram


Jenna’s summer book recommendations: 

The Mothers by Brit Bennett

Beach Read by Emily Henry

Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven

28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand

Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner

]]> (Ep28) Creative Series: Jenna Evans-Welch NYT Bestselling Author Sarah Bauer, Jenna Evans-Welch 00:56:02 Creatives come in all packages. This Series is about showing how creatives live a life similar to everyone else in their struggles, but also allow themselves a different measure of creativity. From them we all can learn to manage our own creativity, and dig a little deeper everyday. Creatives come in all packages. This Series is about showing how creatives live a life similar to everyone else in their struggles, but also allow themselves a different measure of creativity. From them we all can learn to manage our own creativity, and dig a little deeper everyday. new york times, creativity, playful creativity, writing, authors no full 28 9e1d6738-1967-4004-b8b5-b3f5f1d781de (Ep27) Disappointment Many thanks to the sources below for the research, and guidance on this episode. 

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappointment

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decision_analysis

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decision-making

 

]]> Fri, 14 Aug 2020 06:00:17 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep27-disappointment-oma_nD5O Many thanks to the sources below for the research, and guidance on this episode. 

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappointment

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decision_analysis

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decision-making

 

]]> (Ep27) Disappointment Sarah Bauer 00:25:28 Disappointments in life are normal, but not so fun. This episode will show you how you can make that disappointment work for you! Disappointments in life are normal, but not so fun. This episode will show you how you can make that disappointment work for you! playful ineractions, play, disappointment, creativity, creative thinking, mental health, emotional intelligence, adult play no full 27 d42aa45b-4190-46c8-99db-4ecaa9aaed2b (Ep26) Culture Personal Culture of Play , referencing Professor Cheryl Greer-Jarman Article: https://www.childcareexchange.com/library/5012552.pdf

 

Great place to start defining personal cultural values:

 https://brenebrown.com/definitions/

file:///Users/sarahelena/Downloads/List-of-Behaviors-for-Operationalizing-Org-Values-2020.pdf

file:///Users/sarahelena/Downloads/Operationalizing-Your-Oganization-or-Teams-Values-2020.pdf

]]> Fri, 7 Aug 2020 06:00:06 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/26-culture-CVxuRFzp Personal Culture of Play , referencing Professor Cheryl Greer-Jarman Article: https://www.childcareexchange.com/library/5012552.pdf

 

Great place to start defining personal cultural values:

 https://brenebrown.com/definitions/

file:///Users/sarahelena/Downloads/List-of-Behaviors-for-Operationalizing-Org-Values-2020.pdf

file:///Users/sarahelena/Downloads/Operationalizing-Your-Oganization-or-Teams-Values-2020.pdf

]]> (Ep26) Culture Sarah Bauer 00:39:48 Culture What it is, why we have it, how we use it, and how to course correct our personal culture. Culture What it is, why we have it, how we use it, and how to course correct our personal culture. creativity, culture reform, culture, play culture, creative values, realizing ideals, personal culture, values, core values, resilient culture, value system no full 26 769e5393-e316-4c56-8e30-1d1a8263cd00 (Ep25) Rebounding I think we all know that there is rebounding in living. We have to develop certain things from childhood on. We have to learn that life has disappointments, we can’t be invited to every party, friends move away or move schools, sometimes we are treated unfairly by someone we know well, or we have to be able to deal and cope with general disappointments in life.

Here is a link to the book referenced in the podcast: 

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/authors/54848/rick-newman

]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2020 06:00:11 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep25-rebounding-helwt1Tr I think we all know that there is rebounding in living. We have to develop certain things from childhood on. We have to learn that life has disappointments, we can’t be invited to every party, friends move away or move schools, sometimes we are treated unfairly by someone we know well, or we have to be able to deal and cope with general disappointments in life.

Here is a link to the book referenced in the podcast: 

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/authors/54848/rick-newman

]]> (Ep25) Rebounding Sarah Bauer 00:20:38 Rebounding. Key component in basketball, relationships, and of course... play. Come find out why we need it, what we can do with it, and even how we learn it. Rebounding. Key component in basketball, relationships, and of course... play. Come find out why we need it, what we can do with it, and even how we learn it. rebound, innovation, creativity, playing well, playful life, disappointments, creativity and innovation, resilience no full 25 6b732f7f-323c-4b53-b106-59eea478a1f5 Extra Credit: Trafficking Here are the myriad of resources I listed in this episode: 


 

https://www.un.org/en/observances/end-human-trafficking-day

https://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=content.view&cpid=5593#rating

https://www.ecpat.org/what-we-do/

https://www.freedomspromise.org/

https://www.safehorizon.org/get-informed/human-trafficking-statistics-facts/#description/

https://www.dosomething.org/us/facts/11-facts-about-human-trafficking

https://www.friendsofwpcnepal.org/2019/05/01/best-way-prevent-human-trafficking-nepal/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9vqyjP316gIVDh6tBh0t3wKZEAAYAyAAEgJ-DvD_BwE


 

https://www.google.com/alerts#

]]> Fri, 31 Jul 2020 01:22:54 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/extra-credit-trafficking-KtaeXQhB Here are the myriad of resources I listed in this episode: 


 

https://www.un.org/en/observances/end-human-trafficking-day

https://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=content.view&cpid=5593#rating

https://www.ecpat.org/what-we-do/

https://www.freedomspromise.org/

https://www.safehorizon.org/get-informed/human-trafficking-statistics-facts/#description/

https://www.dosomething.org/us/facts/11-facts-about-human-trafficking

https://www.friendsofwpcnepal.org/2019/05/01/best-way-prevent-human-trafficking-nepal/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9vqyjP316gIVDh6tBh0t3wKZEAAYAyAAEgJ-DvD_BwE


 

https://www.google.com/alerts#

]]> Extra Credit: Trafficking Sarah Bauer 00:26:17 Today is the day marked by the UN as the World Day Against the Trafficking of Persons. Today is a hard conversation, but we need it. Today is the day marked by the UN as the World Day Against the Trafficking of Persons. Today is a hard conversation, but we need it. trafficking, building resilient comunity, human trafficking, help, children, playful interactions, health, childhood restoration, community, anti-porn, building comunities no full 0 44a4f241-a5ff-4ffd-b332-4523c586bd90 (Ep24) Mistakes Our mistakes can be categorized into four different types. The faster we learn what type of mistake we are making, the earlier it is we can rectify our mistakes and become better! 

References for this podcast include the following:

Mindset Article + Graphic: 

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/42874/why-understanding-these-four-types-of-mistakes-can-help-us-learn

Neil Gaiman Thoughts: 

https://www.dumbofeather.com/articles/the-value-of-making-mistakes/

]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 06:00:07 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep24-mistakes-Pl9eGXW3 Our mistakes can be categorized into four different types. The faster we learn what type of mistake we are making, the earlier it is we can rectify our mistakes and become better! 

References for this podcast include the following:

Mindset Article + Graphic: 

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/42874/why-understanding-these-four-types-of-mistakes-can-help-us-learn

Neil Gaiman Thoughts: 

https://www.dumbofeather.com/articles/the-value-of-making-mistakes/

]]> (Ep24) Mistakes Sarah Bauer 00:16:55 Mistakes are human. Mistakes are necessary. We have been conditioned to fear mistakes, but if we embrace them we open up a faster track to progression. Mistakes are human. Mistakes are necessary. We have been conditioned to fear mistakes, but if we embrace them we open up a faster track to progression. no full 24 c984208c-3092-4190-8fc2-67786b66f738 (Ep23) Goals I promised that I would put the following in the show notes so here you go: 

S specific

M measurable 

A attainable

R relevant

T time bound

These are the known goal setting recipes for success. Take a listen and don't forget to share! 

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2020 06:00:01 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep23-goals-h_7x83Y7 I promised that I would put the following in the show notes so here you go: 

S specific

M measurable 

A attainable

R relevant

T time bound

These are the known goal setting recipes for success. Take a listen and don't forget to share! 

]]> (Ep23) Goals Sarah Bauer 00:24:25 This week we talk about Goals. How we get them, how we set them, and how we move them along. This week we talk about Goals. How we get them, how we set them, and how we move them along. no full 23 1402e401-4530-46ca-bdd7-bf5a649841cc (Ep22) Rebellion of Play The systems in our body are hardwired for efficiency and maintaining of the status quo. Sometimes in order to change the way our minds process or see things we have to envision some new way to challenge our bodies that does not require us to challenge them in fear. Here are some of the resources I used in todays episode: 

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-your-brain-is-wired-reveals-the-real-you/

http://ecereport.ca/en/early-years-studies/early-years-study-3-2011/chapter-2-early-life-and-learning-behaviour-and-health/4-limbic-system-pathways/#:~:text=When%20cortisol%20levels%20are%20consistently,the%20limbic%20system%20are%20affected.&text=The%20fetus%20responds%20to%20the,slow%20to%20recover%20HPA%20pathway.

]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2020 06:00:12 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep22-rebellion-of-play-ta5cGoOA The systems in our body are hardwired for efficiency and maintaining of the status quo. Sometimes in order to change the way our minds process or see things we have to envision some new way to challenge our bodies that does not require us to challenge them in fear. Here are some of the resources I used in todays episode: 

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-your-brain-is-wired-reveals-the-real-you/

http://ecereport.ca/en/early-years-studies/early-years-study-3-2011/chapter-2-early-life-and-learning-behaviour-and-health/4-limbic-system-pathways/#:~:text=When%20cortisol%20levels%20are%20consistently,the%20limbic%20system%20are%20affected.&text=The%20fetus%20responds%20to%20the,slow%20to%20recover%20HPA%20pathway.

]]> (Ep22) Rebellion of Play Sarah Bauer 00:28:08 Rebelling against your body systems of the status quo! Come learn about why playing as an adult creates new learning pathways that are essential to creativity! Rebelling against your body systems of the status quo! Come learn about why playing as an adult creates new learning pathways that are essential to creativity! no full 22 b8cffe41-ceef-4ed3-ae03-cef33a5c7b1b (Ep21) 1 Billion Hours Just to put it in perspective the majority of the world now has access to a screen, and in this way we are seeing a decline in our ability to think and act with creativity. 

In this episode we talk about how sneaky little devices can siphon your creative juices and under the guise of relaxing or unwinding can sneak up and steal your time. Time that was meant to reset your brain and give you a reprieve. 

In this episode we take a look at how our play time has declined and screen time has increased. Society finds this acceptable, but at what cost? Jumpstart your creative thinking today with PLAY! 

Podcast referenced: 

https://www.nytimes.com/column/rabbit-hole

]]> Fri, 3 Jul 2020 06:00:25 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep21-1-billion-hours-Gw7CzK5R Just to put it in perspective the majority of the world now has access to a screen, and in this way we are seeing a decline in our ability to think and act with creativity. 

In this episode we talk about how sneaky little devices can siphon your creative juices and under the guise of relaxing or unwinding can sneak up and steal your time. Time that was meant to reset your brain and give you a reprieve. 

In this episode we take a look at how our play time has declined and screen time has increased. Society finds this acceptable, but at what cost? Jumpstart your creative thinking today with PLAY! 

Podcast referenced: 

https://www.nytimes.com/column/rabbit-hole

]]> (Ep21) 1 Billion Hours Sarah Bauer 00:26:02 How many hours does a screen fill your day? How many sneaky moments does that screen siphon from your life? How many hours does a screen fill your day? How many sneaky moments does that screen siphon from your life? creative thinking, increasing your creativity, youtube viewing hours, productivity, goals no full 21 d2f8ebd9-e51f-493d-8923-a63dcf542260 (Ep20) Safety in Play Remembering that fear is an excellent teacher is one way that we can look back as adults and see how we have shaped our perceptions of the world. Fear can be an excellent indicator of where we have emotional work to do, physical barriers to overcome and spiritual guides to be gained.  Not to mention that we have a politically charged world to tell us where to direct our fear.  This episode I hope puts all that in perspective. Fearing where we are going is not the answer. Finding why we fear, is how we know what we care about. 

 

]]> Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:19:02 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep20-safety-in-play-TRXFdKdh Remembering that fear is an excellent teacher is one way that we can look back as adults and see how we have shaped our perceptions of the world. Fear can be an excellent indicator of where we have emotional work to do, physical barriers to overcome and spiritual guides to be gained.  Not to mention that we have a politically charged world to tell us where to direct our fear.  This episode I hope puts all that in perspective. Fearing where we are going is not the answer. Finding why we fear, is how we know what we care about. 

 

]]> (Ep20) Safety in Play Sarah Bauer 00:23:33 Safely playing means you don't lean as much on fear as your teacher. Fear can show us a lot about the way we see and perceive the world. Safely playing means you don't lean as much on fear as your teacher. Fear can show us a lot about the way we see and perceive the world. fear fascination, play, creativity, safety, fear teacher, fear, fascination with fear, fascination, fear of failure, playing safely, hardwiring fear, safety in play, adult creativity no full 20 d36d7369-8d51-4fba-870f-c2b6bca406e1 (Ep19) GET OUTDOORS with Ashleigh Bassett Ashleigh is a long time adventurer, in fact she's the epitome of a life-time adventurer as she doesn't remember a time not being active and adventuring with her family. Learning along the way in the outdoors allows for a unique perspective on what kind of a person you have to show up when you're out in the great wide: YOURSELF. You can only be you, because any inconsistencies or incongruences can lead to unsafe situations and be detrimental for you. You have to be you, and as the outdoors shows us how to show up as ourselves we can also be taught to show up FOR ourselves. Take a listen from this stellar woman and get ready to play outside! 

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2020 06:00:11 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep19-get-outdoors-with-ashleigh-bassett-cw4vrDXa Ashleigh is a long time adventurer, in fact she's the epitome of a life-time adventurer as she doesn't remember a time not being active and adventuring with her family. Learning along the way in the outdoors allows for a unique perspective on what kind of a person you have to show up when you're out in the great wide: YOURSELF. You can only be you, because any inconsistencies or incongruences can lead to unsafe situations and be detrimental for you. You have to be you, and as the outdoors shows us how to show up as ourselves we can also be taught to show up FOR ourselves. Take a listen from this stellar woman and get ready to play outside! 

]]> (Ep19) GET OUTDOORS with Ashleigh Bassett Sarah Bauer 00:57:17 Ashleigh Bassett is a ski at home Mom who loves the outdoors. She also loves sharing the outdoors in a way that is not in your face or aggressively tree hugger. Her joy in being in the outdoors is contagious and inspiring. Ashleigh Bassett is a ski at home Mom who loves the outdoors. She also loves sharing the outdoors in a way that is not in your face or aggressively tree hugger. Her joy in being in the outdoors is contagious and inspiring. no full 19 28d1282e-cbcc-4da7-8ebf-b785e4874658 (Ep18) Emotional Range of Play “The debt we owe to the play of the imagination is incalculable.”

C.G. Jung

We all owe our childhood selves big time right now.  The majority of us I feel did the best learning with what we were presented with, and  I want to believe that the majority of people are doing the best we can. This episode is just pinpointing how I think we can be helping ourselves do better. We can imagine a place where everyone gets to feel the full force of being valued.  We, as adults, can help build a world that is better for everyone, and equitable for all. 

A few references from this episode: 

https://voiceofplay.org/benefits-of-play/#emotional 

Resource for play definitions. 

"Finding Fred" hosted by Mr. Carvall Wallace

https://www.fatherly.com/finding-fred-rogers-podcast/

]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2020 06:00:10 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep18-emotional-range-of-play-uQpGdneO “The debt we owe to the play of the imagination is incalculable.”

C.G. Jung

We all owe our childhood selves big time right now.  The majority of us I feel did the best learning with what we were presented with, and  I want to believe that the majority of people are doing the best we can. This episode is just pinpointing how I think we can be helping ourselves do better. We can imagine a place where everyone gets to feel the full force of being valued.  We, as adults, can help build a world that is better for everyone, and equitable for all. 

A few references from this episode: 

https://voiceofplay.org/benefits-of-play/#emotional 

Resource for play definitions. 

"Finding Fred" hosted by Mr. Carvall Wallace

https://www.fatherly.com/finding-fred-rogers-podcast/

]]> (Ep18) Emotional Range of Play Sarah Bauer 00:15:50 Emotions are running high right now, and they should be. We all are working on our own version of how to make this world a better place, and this is just a little snippet of how play can help right now. Emotions are running high right now, and they should be. We all are working on our own version of how to make this world a better place, and this is just a little snippet of how play can help right now. play, imagination, emotion, playful parents, dealing, playful adults, fred rogers no full 18 47a9cbcf-6ef8-4fe0-9d7e-db40f4c0af88 (Ep17) 34 Things for 34 Years My birthday is on Monday! In 34 years I have not learned all I want to. I am also not very good at learning on the fly, usually it takes me two tries. Here are 34 things I have learned and I am still practicing all the time. 

I will be posting the full list on the podcast episode Instagram page: @ArtofPlayPodcast

 

]]> Fri, 5 Jun 2020 06:00:14 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep17-34-things-for-34-years-n8LnkSyE My birthday is on Monday! In 34 years I have not learned all I want to. I am also not very good at learning on the fly, usually it takes me two tries. Here are 34 things I have learned and I am still practicing all the time. 

I will be posting the full list on the podcast episode Instagram page: @ArtofPlayPodcast

 

]]> (Ep17) 34 Things for 34 Years Sarah Bauer 00:07:14 IT'S MY BIRTHDAY ON MONDAY! IT'S MY BIRTHDAY ON MONDAY! birthday no full 17 9b237af0-1cf8-4aa9-aefb-6a5361dd7afe (Ep16) Interview with Lex Brinton and Ashlee Stone Ashlee Stone and Lex Brinton are two of the legendary Boise Walker family. These two come from a legacy of traveling extensively on a shoestring budget for the sake of making memories and forging family ties.  So much so, that Lex founded a company that encourages families to make the time to travel as often as possible: Walker Family Goods.  Take some time to listen, and feel free to chime in on social media afterward for a discussion on how you pepper your life with play. 

 

Instagram 

@walkerfamilygoods 

@lexbrinton 

@ajstone11

Walker Family Goods:

https://walkergoods.com/

Put It On My Tab Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/put-it-on-my-tab/id1513237283

]]> Fri, 29 May 2020 06:00:03 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Lex Brinton, Ashlee Stone) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep16-interview-with-lex-brinton-and-ashlee-stone-_K4fShMU Ashlee Stone and Lex Brinton are two of the legendary Boise Walker family. These two come from a legacy of traveling extensively on a shoestring budget for the sake of making memories and forging family ties.  So much so, that Lex founded a company that encourages families to make the time to travel as often as possible: Walker Family Goods.  Take some time to listen, and feel free to chime in on social media afterward for a discussion on how you pepper your life with play. 

 

Instagram 

@walkerfamilygoods 

@lexbrinton 

@ajstone11

Walker Family Goods:

https://walkergoods.com/

Put It On My Tab Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/put-it-on-my-tab/id1513237283

]]> (Ep16) Interview with Lex Brinton and Ashlee Stone Sarah Bauer, Lex Brinton, Ashlee Stone 01:07:00 A chat about how to make memories that last, and live a life you'll be proud of when you go. Most of this episode revolves around not waiting to play. Play when you can, sacrifice for the big play moments, take time to slow down and enjoy, and you won't regret it in the end. A chat about how to make memories that last, and live a life you'll be proud of when you go. Most of this episode revolves around not waiting to play. Play when you can, sacrifice for the big play moments, take time to slow down and enjoy, and you won't regret it in the end. play, creativity, family ties, play into work, travel, creative family time no full 16 207dbc56-3c2f-4f60-a983-281fea28f1e2 (Ep15) Play: The First Stress Buster We all know about stress, but we are going to dig a little deeper into the detriments of stress, plus some incentives to make play your stress buster of choice. 

Find something good in your life through play, and find ways to add more playfulness to your everyday and beat that stress at its own game. 

 

Resources of research for this episode  came from: 

http://www.scholarpedia.org/article/Consequences_of_Play_Deprivation

]]> Fri, 22 May 2020 06:00:33 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep15-play-the-first-stress-buster-qyTfXj2x We all know about stress, but we are going to dig a little deeper into the detriments of stress, plus some incentives to make play your stress buster of choice. 

Find something good in your life through play, and find ways to add more playfulness to your everyday and beat that stress at its own game. 

 

Resources of research for this episode  came from: 

http://www.scholarpedia.org/article/Consequences_of_Play_Deprivation

]]> (Ep15) Play: The First Stress Buster Sarah Bauer 00:19:03 Just a little bit of research based incentives for how your play may acutely matter, and how there should be little guilt for introducing more play into your life. Just a little bit of research based incentives for how your play may acutely matter, and how there should be little guilt for introducing more play into your life. play, creativity, stress busting, stress, playful incentives, playful adults no full 15 34eed5ca-585a-4179-866f-b26aa750e38f (Ep14) Generational Play with Caralee Johnson Caralee Johnson is our guest today. She is one of those people that set the precedence of play in her life early on and now can see the repercussions for three generations.  She has a history of shepherding children toward more play, both physical and imaginative, she worked as a librarian and would influence the children in her life toward creativity, expanding horizons and using their imaginations. She is still using play in most of the aspects of her adult life, and she is a prime example to  using the benefits of play to enrich your life. 

Find us online at TheOliverFund.org and on Instagram @TheOliverFund and @ArtofPlayPodcast

]]> Fri, 15 May 2020 06:00:05 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep14-generational-play-with-caralee-johnson-v6ALaLNU Caralee Johnson is our guest today. She is one of those people that set the precedence of play in her life early on and now can see the repercussions for three generations.  She has a history of shepherding children toward more play, both physical and imaginative, she worked as a librarian and would influence the children in her life toward creativity, expanding horizons and using their imaginations. She is still using play in most of the aspects of her adult life, and she is a prime example to  using the benefits of play to enrich your life. 

Find us online at TheOliverFund.org and on Instagram @TheOliverFund and @ArtofPlayPodcast

]]> (Ep14) Generational Play with Caralee Johnson Sarah Bauer 00:33:38 Caralee Johnson is a play advocate of generational importance. Her family looks to her to be as much a planner of the fun as a participant. She gives examples from her own life as well as some ideas that have helped her not to squash the play in her own life. Caralee Johnson is a play advocate of generational importance. Her family looks to her to be as much a planner of the fun as a participant. She gives examples from her own life as well as some ideas that have helped her not to squash the play in her own life. organic creativity, creativity, curiosity, creative family life no full 14 4f0d7f84-e83b-4b14-837c-dddde60b275e (Ep13) The Normal We Create Having the chance to start over is scary, but exciting. There's an exhilaration that comes with getting to rewrite what was once thought to be written in the stars.  Post-Corona worlds look like anything we want. There are things that made us happy that no longer find importance.  This is just a starting point, and it's a pleasure to get to share my list of things I am implementing and trying out with you today. 

]]> Fri, 8 May 2020 06:00:04 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep13-the-normal-we-create-J1_h5end Having the chance to start over is scary, but exciting. There's an exhilaration that comes with getting to rewrite what was once thought to be written in the stars.  Post-Corona worlds look like anything we want. There are things that made us happy that no longer find importance.  This is just a starting point, and it's a pleasure to get to share my list of things I am implementing and trying out with you today. 

]]> (Ep13) The Normal We Create Sarah Bauer 00:22:55 Creating a normal life for ourselves once we all get to "return" to life as we knew it. Hopefully it will look fresher with a cleaner implementation, and here's some tips to get started with that. Creating a normal life for ourselves once we all get to "return" to life as we knew it. Hopefully it will look fresher with a cleaner implementation, and here's some tips to get started with that. play, playfulness, creativity, time management, finding creativity, playful adults no full 13 73267c89-7f4c-4bbf-8bfa-b1a8f2bc1bfb (Ep12): Interview with Tawni Beardall Tawni Beardall is a family woman  and friend. She is the cohost of the podcast Becoming for Teens and she is one of the best teachers I know. She is always pushing herself to learn new things and grow in new ways and she is an amazing example of loving the process for the outcomes sake.

"It’s about being comfortable in your own skin and being able to push myself out of my comfort zone and accomplish something and it feels good.” 

“Learning things on Youtube—figuring things out for yourself. Tawni learned how to crochet, learned how to can peaches, and has turned to Youtube because she has tried it once and knows that she can make it work for herself again and again. 

Practice building the connections of “I CAN”. I can be more playful, I can figure that out, I can be a more fun mom, I can figure out how to pay off debt and still work toward a vacation, I can plant a garden, I can get that real estate license. WHatever you WANT to do, there is a way for you to learn how to DO it. 

Create your own cheering section for yourself, and make sure others feel that too. Cheer others on, and find joy in passing light and love. 

Tawni’s podcast is Becoming for Teens, and she started recording it because she wished someone would have told her these same things as a teenager. Her hopes that she can help lighten the load, or help with understanding heavy topics personifies how great Tawni is at seeing a need and filling it. I hope you’ll refer any teens you know that need a little light in their lives.

Podcast: Becoming for Teens 

https://becomingforteens.podbean.com/

]]> Fri, 1 May 2020 06:00:02 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep12-interview-with-tawni-beardall-ownkgHdM Tawni Beardall is a family woman  and friend. She is the cohost of the podcast Becoming for Teens and she is one of the best teachers I know. She is always pushing herself to learn new things and grow in new ways and she is an amazing example of loving the process for the outcomes sake.

"It’s about being comfortable in your own skin and being able to push myself out of my comfort zone and accomplish something and it feels good.” 

“Learning things on Youtube—figuring things out for yourself. Tawni learned how to crochet, learned how to can peaches, and has turned to Youtube because she has tried it once and knows that she can make it work for herself again and again. 

Practice building the connections of “I CAN”. I can be more playful, I can figure that out, I can be a more fun mom, I can figure out how to pay off debt and still work toward a vacation, I can plant a garden, I can get that real estate license. WHatever you WANT to do, there is a way for you to learn how to DO it. 

Create your own cheering section for yourself, and make sure others feel that too. Cheer others on, and find joy in passing light and love. 

Tawni’s podcast is Becoming for Teens, and she started recording it because she wished someone would have told her these same things as a teenager. Her hopes that she can help lighten the load, or help with understanding heavy topics personifies how great Tawni is at seeing a need and filling it. I hope you’ll refer any teens you know that need a little light in their lives.

Podcast: Becoming for Teens 

https://becomingforteens.podbean.com/

]]> (Ep12): Interview with Tawni Beardall Sarah Bauer 00:27:31 I have a dear friend coming on the podcast who is an amazing example of teaching in so many different ways. She pushes herself to be her best, and she knows she may be required to push through discomfort of being a first-timer, and the mistakes of being a beginner. She’s one of my favorites on planet Earth and I know you’ll love her like I do. I have a dear friend coming on the podcast who is an amazing example of teaching in so many different ways. She pushes herself to be her best, and she knows she may be required to push through discomfort of being a first-timer, and the mistakes of being a beginner. She’s one of my favorites on planet Earth and I know you’ll love her like I do. no full 12 f629bd34-d8f9-4bf3-876c-ba78c2764e91 (Ep11) Sneaky Hope Hope. Grounds for believing something good may happen. I am here today to try to prove to you why today is a the day we become a hopeful society.

Hope is a subjective thing, and normally can’t just be defined with finite terms because it means something to everyone in a different way. Hope is something that some people see as just a personality trait, and others feel hope is gained by experiences in life, and then there are still others who think you can just always choose to be hopeful. Come listen and see where I stand! 

 If you have someone who would love this episode, or someone who needs it, please use the links in the show notes to send them to hear us. We are on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Iheartradio podcasts, and Spotify. 
 

Hope Reference: https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/what-is-hope

]]> Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:00:04 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep11-sneaky-hope-rnGkxrnv Hope. Grounds for believing something good may happen. I am here today to try to prove to you why today is a the day we become a hopeful society.

Hope is a subjective thing, and normally can’t just be defined with finite terms because it means something to everyone in a different way. Hope is something that some people see as just a personality trait, and others feel hope is gained by experiences in life, and then there are still others who think you can just always choose to be hopeful. Come listen and see where I stand! 

 If you have someone who would love this episode, or someone who needs it, please use the links in the show notes to send them to hear us. We are on all major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Iheartradio podcasts, and Spotify. 
 

Hope Reference: https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/what-is-hope

]]> (Ep11) Sneaky Hope Sarah Bauer 00:16:58 Just a little pick-me-up in the hope department. Finding ways to add a little more hope into your everyday, all the days. Just a little pick-me-up in the hope department. Finding ways to add a little more hope into your everyday, all the days. happiness, play, pollyanna, hope, playful, bring back hope no full 11 38b928be-c8b6-4402-b8e3-182ba1b0bd29 (Ep10) Interview: Kelli and Cody Weight Kelli and Cody Weight are some of the most dear people in the world to my family. As we explained last Episode (9 if you’re wondering), Kelli and Cody took Jared and I under their wings and they taught us that value of a full life that has plenty of room for play, especially physical play. These two people have had full lives of accomplishments and are both talented athletes on multiple podiums. They share their love of just about everything with others, and they pass on their knowledge to people willing to put in the work, and they take great pride in the coaching they are able to share with others. They are some of the most generous, genuine people, and their example is a legacy in itself. I hope you find value in what they share today. 

These two were so much fun to have on an interview and after not seeing them in quite a while I was so happy to see them and chat once again. I wanted to pinpoint some quick takeaways from todays episodes: 

First: Positivity, patience, and consistency will take you far. These three core values Cody and Kelli mentioned multiple times, and I assure you they practice what they preach. 

Next, finding something you can get excited about and develop a love for is highly important. It may change over time, but finding that golden ticket will help you keep up your positive momentum and give you something everyday to look forward to. 

Third: Find your people. Find a cheering section. Surround yourself with people who cheer you on, and make a community. Find your people to celebrate with you, celebrate your abilities, and give you a helping hand where you need it. 

Finally, I know they did not share too much about this, but their overall message that I always take away is that life is meant to be joyfully lived. Make the joy for yourself, use the joy in your life, and share your joy with others and your life will be a rich one well-lived and worthwhile to the one living it: that’s you. 

Thank you for lending us your ears today. I hope you and yours are safe, healthy and I hope to add just a little more light and life to your life today. 

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2020 06:00:01 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Cody Weight, Kelli Weight) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep10-interview-kelli-and-cody-weight-_iBQD0H2 Kelli and Cody Weight are some of the most dear people in the world to my family. As we explained last Episode (9 if you’re wondering), Kelli and Cody took Jared and I under their wings and they taught us that value of a full life that has plenty of room for play, especially physical play. These two people have had full lives of accomplishments and are both talented athletes on multiple podiums. They share their love of just about everything with others, and they pass on their knowledge to people willing to put in the work, and they take great pride in the coaching they are able to share with others. They are some of the most generous, genuine people, and their example is a legacy in itself. I hope you find value in what they share today. 

These two were so much fun to have on an interview and after not seeing them in quite a while I was so happy to see them and chat once again. I wanted to pinpoint some quick takeaways from todays episodes: 

First: Positivity, patience, and consistency will take you far. These three core values Cody and Kelli mentioned multiple times, and I assure you they practice what they preach. 

Next, finding something you can get excited about and develop a love for is highly important. It may change over time, but finding that golden ticket will help you keep up your positive momentum and give you something everyday to look forward to. 

Third: Find your people. Find a cheering section. Surround yourself with people who cheer you on, and make a community. Find your people to celebrate with you, celebrate your abilities, and give you a helping hand where you need it. 

Finally, I know they did not share too much about this, but their overall message that I always take away is that life is meant to be joyfully lived. Make the joy for yourself, use the joy in your life, and share your joy with others and your life will be a rich one well-lived and worthwhile to the one living it: that’s you. 

Thank you for lending us your ears today. I hope you and yours are safe, healthy and I hope to add just a little more light and life to your life today. 

]]> (Ep10) Interview: Kelli and Cody Weight Sarah Bauer, Cody Weight, Kelli Weight 00:31:41 An interview with some of the most influential people in my life to date. These two have a contagious, genuine, love of life and their ability to help others see potential within themselves is a God-given talent that these two use everyday. An interview with some of the most influential people in my life to date. These two have a contagious, genuine, love of life and their ability to help others see potential within themselves is a God-given talent that these two use everyday. positivity, playful with purpose, balance, playful life, athletic ability no full 10 1b51e0a9-0f26-4b7f-9bee-4400843454cb (Ep9) Backstory to Boise 5 close family deaths in 3 years. When you're newlyweds, maybe that is not the best tag line for a joyful life setup. This episode is really to introduce the backstory of why our family lived in Boise, and why I have all these interviews coming from incredible people that all are from Boise. Boise was a turning point for our family, and really my personal life. This is the reason why.  

]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2020 06:00:02 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep9-backstory-to-boise-gMzyByTK 5 close family deaths in 3 years. When you're newlyweds, maybe that is not the best tag line for a joyful life setup. This episode is really to introduce the backstory of why our family lived in Boise, and why I have all these interviews coming from incredible people that all are from Boise. Boise was a turning point for our family, and really my personal life. This is the reason why.  

]]> (Ep9) Backstory to Boise Sarah Bauer 00:38:44 My husband (Jared ) and I recap why Play takes a spot in our family as a core value. We recap our journey into play that we are still working on today. My husband (Jared ) and I recap why Play takes a spot in our family as a core value. We recap our journey into play that we are still working on today. no full 9 2456fc1e-6205-4aea-bb40-2d44396901fa (Ep8) All the things I do not like This is a quick thought about how the world is going, maybe taking inventory with how you are coming out of this. Maybe just taking a minute or two to spend taking stock, assessing how we feel, and making time in our real lives for the things that have fulfilled us and steadied us through this worldwide event. 

]]> Fri, 3 Apr 2020 06:00:20 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep8-all-the-things-i-do-not-like-EI_8sggY This is a quick thought about how the world is going, maybe taking inventory with how you are coming out of this. Maybe just taking a minute or two to spend taking stock, assessing how we feel, and making time in our real lives for the things that have fulfilled us and steadied us through this worldwide event. 

]]> (Ep8) All the things I do not like Sarah Bauer 00:07:47 This is a quick 8 minute check in. Just a small touchstone of a reminder that we are all in this together. WE as humans, as communities, as countries are doing something unique and wholesome. This is a quick 8 minute check in. Just a small touchstone of a reminder that we are all in this together. WE as humans, as communities, as countries are doing something unique and wholesome. playing, play, playing as adults, playful interactions, life advice, helping ourselves no full 8 a83e8530-4175-4298-bc23-e9bf37708067 (Ep7) Interview with Kyle Kelson: Audacious Joy This interview was such a blast, and since it was a spur of the moment interview, I am so grateful that Kyle was able to spend some time on a mic for this interview. Kyle’s story is one that I think the majority of people over the age of 18 can relate to. Kyle has some bold advice for all of us to tap into our genuine selves and find a way to make joy in our lives consistently.  He showed up big for this episode and I want you to watch out for some of his more subtle advice, such as acting on joyful past experiences, being consistent, and genuine self-expression.
 

Kyle’s Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCON6DI3XGSgYPspz6IhXwQw

 

Kyle’s debut video with YouTuber Jazza: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbS4oxLPH_I

]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2020 06:00:20 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Kyle Kelson) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep7-interview-with-kyle-kelson-audacious-joy-fENQ5_Jf This interview was such a blast, and since it was a spur of the moment interview, I am so grateful that Kyle was able to spend some time on a mic for this interview. Kyle’s story is one that I think the majority of people over the age of 18 can relate to. Kyle has some bold advice for all of us to tap into our genuine selves and find a way to make joy in our lives consistently.  He showed up big for this episode and I want you to watch out for some of his more subtle advice, such as acting on joyful past experiences, being consistent, and genuine self-expression.
 

Kyle’s Youtube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCON6DI3XGSgYPspz6IhXwQw

 

Kyle’s debut video with YouTuber Jazza: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbS4oxLPH_I

]]> (Ep7) Interview with Kyle Kelson: Audacious Joy Sarah Bauer, Kyle Kelson 00:40:28 Kyle Kelson aka Thrilla Art (on YouTube) is a family man who in his off-hours turned a long-time passion into an exciting venture on the internet. Kyle tells his story of finding a job out of necessity that paid the bills yet was not in his top-ten of career picks. Later he revived a love of drawing and made it a passion project that has really paid off, and literally given him international acclaim. Kyle Kelson aka Thrilla Art (on YouTube) is a family man who in his off-hours turned a long-time passion into an exciting venture on the internet. Kyle tells his story of finding a job out of necessity that paid the bills yet was not in his top-ten of career picks. Later he revived a love of drawing and made it a passion project that has really paid off, and literally given him international acclaim. playfulness, creativity, audacity, art, self-expression, curiosity, authenticity, consistency no full 7 da3f40aa-96dd-4ced-a9f3-352cc1d5710e (Ep6) Secondary Departure from the Plan Just checking in with everyone to see how they are doing? What are you up to? How are you all surviving, and what are you surviving on? 

This episode is 3 quick tips on how to make the best and most of this unique time in history. Hope you enjoy, and please pass it along to anyone you think would benefit.  

 

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:00:05 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep6-secondary-departure-from-the-plan-Q0ZTnmoS Just checking in with everyone to see how they are doing? What are you up to? How are you all surviving, and what are you surviving on? 

This episode is 3 quick tips on how to make the best and most of this unique time in history. Hope you enjoy, and please pass it along to anyone you think would benefit.  

 

]]> (Ep6) Secondary Departure from the Plan Sarah Bauer 00:13:54 A second departure from regularly scheduled content, just because things are different right now in all of humanity, and they're supposed to be. Things should be different. This time is a gift. A second departure from regularly scheduled content, just because things are different right now in all of humanity, and they're supposed to be. Things should be different. This time is a gift. no full 6 682ee358-f74e-4992-95ae-482e2ea4a224 (Ep5) Corona-What-Now? Hey! Just here giving more tips on how to manage to help squeeze just a little more joy out of life hopefully catching you at a point when you feel like you can use it! 

This episode is split into two main chunks: 1) Reminders from the playground and 2) Suggestions to help instigate play as a resource to fuel more creativity than chaos. 

Here are some of the resources I mention in the episode: 

Article food for thought: 

https://medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-act-today-or-people-will-die-f4d3d9cd99ca

Youtube Videos: 

Kristin Andrus and her amazing cache of workouts:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQjPy3drF0G5AcTRpsLv-pA

Sculpt Society Cache: 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCYT_BvUB1Wy-lxqPHPjs11GTkE7YDueH

Body Weight Warrior Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0DZhN-8KFLYO6beSaYljg

Find us on social media

@TheOliverFund

@ArtOfPlayPodcast

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:00:18 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep5-corona-what-now-NY9zKv5a Hey! Just here giving more tips on how to manage to help squeeze just a little more joy out of life hopefully catching you at a point when you feel like you can use it! 

This episode is split into two main chunks: 1) Reminders from the playground and 2) Suggestions to help instigate play as a resource to fuel more creativity than chaos. 

Here are some of the resources I mention in the episode: 

Article food for thought: 

https://medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-act-today-or-people-will-die-f4d3d9cd99ca

Youtube Videos: 

Kristin Andrus and her amazing cache of workouts:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQjPy3drF0G5AcTRpsLv-pA

Sculpt Society Cache: 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCYT_BvUB1Wy-lxqPHPjs11GTkE7YDueH

Body Weight Warrior Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0DZhN-8KFLYO6beSaYljg

Find us on social media

@TheOliverFund

@ArtOfPlayPodcast

]]> (Ep5) Corona-What-Now? Sarah Bauer 00:19:07 As the world shifts to accommodate new health protocols we pivot our regularly scheduled episode to help bring some stress-relieving ideas, as well as some intuitive playful options for your life. A mini episode of sorts, and we hope you enjoy. As the world shifts to accommodate new health protocols we pivot our regularly scheduled episode to help bring some stress-relieving ideas, as well as some intuitive playful options for your life. A mini episode of sorts, and we hope you enjoy. no full 5 00409cdb-ed1c-448c-be5a-0057a8721bdf (Ep4) Interview with Megan Bryant: "Yes, and" Megan Bryant is a charismatic business improv trainer, comedian, and performer.  She has a large presence and her energy is contagious. Her ability to read the room, and influence positively is exceptional. I first met Megan in 2008 and ever since then I have been impressed with her goodness, her generosity, and her kindness. We speak in this interview about the necessity of tapping into play in your pursuits in life, including your profession; and especially if you can manage to access fulfilling play in your off hours, you can tap into more productive creativity even in the workplace. 

Megan is an engaging speaker, entertainer, podcaster and author. You can find more about her from the links below: 

Her Bio: 

https://meetmeganbryant.com/about/

Her Podcast Page: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-hardly-know-her/id1461493421

Her Book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Not-My-Plan-Sucking-Until-ebook/dp/B01H490P1S/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Not+my+plan+megan+bryant&qid=1583436110&sr=8-1

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2020 07:00:12 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Megan Bryant, Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep4-interview-with-megan-bryant-yes-and-CaRlB3Dh Megan Bryant is a charismatic business improv trainer, comedian, and performer.  She has a large presence and her energy is contagious. Her ability to read the room, and influence positively is exceptional. I first met Megan in 2008 and ever since then I have been impressed with her goodness, her generosity, and her kindness. We speak in this interview about the necessity of tapping into play in your pursuits in life, including your profession; and especially if you can manage to access fulfilling play in your off hours, you can tap into more productive creativity even in the workplace. 

Megan is an engaging speaker, entertainer, podcaster and author. You can find more about her from the links below: 

Her Bio: 

https://meetmeganbryant.com/about/

Her Podcast Page: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-hardly-know-her/id1461493421

Her Book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Not-My-Plan-Sucking-Until-ebook/dp/B01H490P1S/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Not+my+plan+megan+bryant&qid=1583436110&sr=8-1

]]> (Ep4) Interview with Megan Bryant: "Yes, and" Megan Bryant, Sarah Bauer 00:29:26 An interview with Megan Bryant: a vibrant multi-faceted talent in improv training and presenting. Her knowledge and experience in the business world have application in many aspects of everyday life that all begin with "Yes, and". An interview with Megan Bryant: a vibrant multi-faceted talent in improv training and presenting. Her knowledge and experience in the business world have application in many aspects of everyday life that all begin with "Yes, and". creativity, business improv, business, improv no full 4 61baef1d-4fba-4aac-9bc3-07124659e895 (Ep3) Interview with Chris Grant Please find us online at:

TheOliverFund.org 

and on social media 

@TheOliverFund and @ArtOfPlayPodcast

]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2020 07:00:11 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer, Chris Grant) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep3-interview-with-chris-grant-l9fAArZS Please find us online at:

TheOliverFund.org 

and on social media 

@TheOliverFund and @ArtOfPlayPodcast

]]> (Ep3) Interview with Chris Grant Sarah Bauer, Chris Grant 00:37:03 Chris Grant is an all around athlete who has cultivated his natural talents into life-long learning experiences. His playful nature, and work ethic combined make a motivational interview with how it's the small everyday things that really make life enjoyable. Please find us online at: TheOliverFund.org on social media @TheOliverFund and @ArtOfPlayPodcast Chris Grant is an all around athlete who has cultivated his natural talents into life-long learning experiences. His playful nature, and work ethic combined make a motivational interview with how it's the small everyday things that really make life enjoyable. Please find us online at: TheOliverFund.org on social media @TheOliverFund and @ArtOfPlayPodcast motivation, curiosity, no regrets, family culture no full 3 31745f35-2228-4b55-8030-49f94ebd8a03 (Ep2) Modeling Play
  • We all want connection, maybe we never had solid connection, or maybe we just want to build the kind of life that is open to more connection, but we all have the hardwiring for true connection. 
  • We are all individuals. We want to express our unique creativity, we want to be our authentic selves, and no one can do that but us! 
  • We are all watching each other. We choose to show our core values to each other by the way we behave, and hopefully we begin to attract what we model. 
    • ]]>     Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:31:24 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep2-modeling-play-NqtnKzsO
  • We all want connection, maybe we never had solid connection, or maybe we just want to build the kind of life that is open to more connection, but we all have the hardwiring for true connection. 
  • We are all individuals. We want to express our unique creativity, we want to be our authentic selves, and no one can do that but us! 
  • We are all watching each other. We choose to show our core values to each other by the way we behave, and hopefully we begin to attract what we model. 
    • ]]>     (Ep2) Modeling Play Sarah Bauer 00:24:42 Our childhoods can map out for us our path toward more creativity, either by giving us what we want or showing us how to be what we want. Our childhoods can map out for us our path toward more creativity, either by giving us what we want or showing us how to be what we want. play, parenting, creativity, hardwiring, children, trying new things, connection no full 2     8b7f4135-993f-4c62-887a-770591863a76 (Ep1) Play: A How To     Just a little summary of what you can expect out of this episode: 
     

        First I will give you a definition of play, What it is, and how we use it.

        Second, I will tell you why I think play is so important. 

        Third, Are some basic ways to relate to play, find play again, and utilize play for our overall enrichment. 

        Finally, I’ll tell you why I am her, and how I got here.

    Play is where we all began. We happen to be hardwired to play like big play machines. Play may be seemingly purposeless but it’s where we develop our Resilience, Persistence, Creativity, and Concentration, just to name a few.

    I named this podcast The Art of Play because like a master craftsman, I feel like as adults, play needs to become our art, as we have mastered the skill development, we move on to the distilled but ideal version. 

    If you create joy, you can more easily share or spread joy. My mission is to help people share more joy from their own lives with others. Giving hope, helping create, and fostering community. 

    ]]>     Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:44:39 +0000 sarah@theoliverfund.org (Sarah Bauer) https://art-of-play.simplecast.com/episodes/ep1-play-a-how-to-PWhHfpT5     Just a little summary of what you can expect out of this episode: 
     

        First I will give you a definition of play, What it is, and how we use it.

        Second, I will tell you why I think play is so important. 

        Third, Are some basic ways to relate to play, find play again, and utilize play for our overall enrichment. 

        Finally, I’ll tell you why I am her, and how I got here.

    Play is where we all began. We happen to be hardwired to play like big play machines. Play may be seemingly purposeless but it’s where we develop our Resilience, Persistence, Creativity, and Concentration, just to name a few.

    I named this podcast The Art of Play because like a master craftsman, I feel like as adults, play needs to become our art, as we have mastered the skill development, we move on to the distilled but ideal version. 

    If you create joy, you can more easily share or spread joy. My mission is to help people share more joy from their own lives with others. Giving hope, helping create, and fostering community. 

    ]]>     (Ep1) Play: A How To Sarah Bauer 00:15:26 Introducing the Art of Play Podcast. Defining play, determining its importance, and reconnecting with play. Introducing our host: Sarah Bauer and her mission at The Oliver Fund. Introducing the Art of Play Podcast. Defining play, determining its importance, and reconnecting with play. Introducing our host: Sarah Bauer and her mission at The Oliver Fund. play, creativity, contribution no full 1