Dream Big Podcast for Kids

Arianna Huffington, Bill Gates, Walt Disney, Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison & Steve Jobs -- these are some of the most recognizable names and most successful people in the world. Do you know what they all have in common? They all had many many failures in life but they kept going. This week, Sophia and Olga talk about this very important subject, going in depth on what failure really means and, more importantly, why we should always decide to learn from failures. In this episode, Sophia tells the story of how she learned the hard way that failure is the first step to successful creation. Sophia and Olga also talk about how to be kind to yourself in the face of failure, learn from your mistakes and also, share your experience so others will learn from it too. We challenge all you Big Dreamers to think of a time when you experienced failure. What did you learn from it? Did you use that experience to become better? Let us know! Record a video about it and ask your parents to post it on Instagram or Facebook. Tag us @dreambigpodcast. We're sure you'll be inspired by this episode. Enjoy!

Queen Elizabeth II once said, "It has always been easy to hate and destroy. To build and to cherish is much more difficult." We couldn't agree more! This week, we're paying tribute to one of the most iconic women of our times, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the II. On September 8th 2022, the United Kingdom lost its Head of State, and today Sophia and Olga talk about interesting facts about her and the important lessons that we can all learn from her life. They also talk about what legacy means and how we can follow her footsteps and create a meaningful life for ourselves, lead by example and leave a lasting legacy. Big Dreamers, our big challenge for you is to find a way to give back today and each day for the rest of the week. Share your story with us and email us at [email protected]. Enjoy this episode!

This week, Sophia and Olga talk about the eight primary built-in emotions that we all feel, and how Sophia experienced and dealt with them all when she travelled for four days to Siberia a few weeks ago. While preparing for this episode, Sophia and Olga came across a very informative book entitled Exploring Emotions by Paul Christelis. This book is the perfect way to teach the young big dreamers about dealing with different emotions, what "inner weathers" are, and the importance of acknowledging our emotions. The book is so insightful that Sophia and Olga are doing something that's never been done before in this podcast: read a book. You can listen to the book on YouTube by heading over to this link and purchase Paul's book on Amazon here. Our challenge for you this week will be based on Paul's book. We would like you to check your personal weather report, be mindful of your emotions and make it a habit to share them with your family every night. Discuss it. We would love to hear your experience so please email us at [email protected]. Enjoy the episode!

Sophia recently went to Siberia to visit her grandparents, who she has not seen in a long time. Needless to say, it was a fun and exciting experience to catch up with them, and amid this adventure, Sophia had the opportunity to join a trail race. As it was something she had never done before, Sophia was very hesitant and nervous; she was scared that she will fall and get hurt. She just wanted to quit before even starting. In this episode, Sophia shares the 3 important lessons she learned about herself when she finally got the courage to face her fear and join the trail race. She even won third place in the race, and was very happy that she conquered her fear. Our challenge to you big dreamers is to play a running game called the Bag Game with your friends and family. It's so much fun, and it will motivate you to get moving. Listen to this week's episode to learn more. Enjoy!

As we wrap up our 3-month adventure in Hawaii, we want to share with you the 3 most important principles of a happy life that we learned and will forever treasure in our hearts from the Hawaiians -- Shaka, Ohana and Aloha. In this episode, Olga and Sophia talk about what each of these principle mean, and how they can help you live a happier life. Our challenge for you this week is to apply all these principles in your daily life, especially when you're feeling down or sad. We guarantee that these would lift up your mood and make you happy! Share to us your story, and email us at [email protected]. We'd absolutely love to hear from you. Enjoy the episode!

This week, we once again honor one of the most inspiring people we've had the pleasure of interviewing in the podcast, Sean Stephenson. Sean is a therapist, self-help author and motivational speaker. He was born with a rare bone disorder called Osteogenesis Imperfecta that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile. Despite all the medical challenges he has faces over his life, Sean made the decision to lead an extraordinary life and has inspired millions worldwide, including Sir Richard Branson, President Clinton, Tony Robbins and the Dalai Lama. Enjoy listening to this inspiring episode!

This week, we once again honor one of the most inspiring people we've had the pleasure of interviewing in the podcast, Sean Stephenson. Sean is a therapist, self-help author and motivational speaker. He was born with a rare bone disorder called Osteogenesis Imperfecta that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile. Despite all the medical challenges he has faces over his life, Sean made the decision to lead an extraordinary life and has inspired millions worldwide, including Sir Richard Branson, President Clinton, Tony Robbins and the Dalai Lama. Enjoy listening to this inspiring episode!

A few weeks ago, our family visited Pearl Harbor on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. We learned so many things about this historic location, so much so that it will be the focus in this episode. Sophia and Olga share their thoughts on one of the most tragic days in the history of our country, and the amazing female heroes from that day including Ann Danyo Willgrube and Marguerite H. Gambo. This week, our challenge for you Big Dreamers is to learn more about our heroes. Who is your favorite? How can you help honor their legacies? You can also show appreciation to our troops by checking out Operation Gratitude. You can send them letters or care packages. Even at times at peace, there are American soldiers stationed all over the world, away from their families and keeping us safe. We're sure it will mean a lot to them. Enjoy!

Today, we are rebroadcasting one of the most important episodes we've ever published. We are sharing Eva's interview with the amazing, Mel Robbins. She is a regular CNN contributor and author of the best-selling phenomenon 5-Second Rule. Mel is one of the most sought out speakers in the world right now and when you listen to the interview you'll understand why. She has so much energy and so much wisdom. And the 5-Second Rule that Mel shares in our interview will be the difference between you making your Big Dreams a reality or not. Enjoy!

Today, Sophia and Olga talk about one of the most important life skills that we all need to develop: making and keeping great friends. In this episode, the mother-daughter bestfriends discuss the difference between making friends and creating friendships, and how friendship takes time and effort. They also talk about the important qualities you have to look out for in choosing the people you surround yourself with. This is such an important lesson to teach our kids at a young age, and a good reminder for the adult Big Dreamers listening as well. Enjoy!

Since we have been talking about making assumptions and avoiding negativity in the podcast recently, we have decided to share with you again Eva's interview with Gabby Bernstein, a #1 New York Times Bestselling author (many times over), and one of the world's leading authorities on happiness. We have been long time admirers of Gabby's work, and have actually created an entire solo episode about her famous "comeback rate" concept. And now, the Big Dreamers will get the gift of hearing directly from Gabby again about why the "comeback rate" is so important and so many other practical tips on how to be and stay happy. Enjoy!

Today's episode is inspired by Tony Robbins' famous quote, "You Are Not a Creature of Circumstance, You're the Creator of Your Life!" It encourages us all to choose what we create, and essentially, the trajectory of our lives. This week, Sophia continues to tell the story of her experience climbing the Diamond Head. In this second part, she'll share the amazing surprise that was waiting for her when she finally reached the top of the crater. She also shares important lessons that her mom, Olga, learned from the legend Tony Robbins, and how it helped her when they started heading down the mountain. We're excited to see how you choose to use what you learn from this episode. Enjoy!

Have you ever heard of the phrase, Ask questions; don't make assumptions? In this episode, Sophia tells the story of her experience going to the Diamond Head on the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu and how her experience made her realize that assumptions can be helpful, but also can be proven unproductive— even damaging. This week, our challenge for you big dreamers is that if you hear someone make assumptions about a situation, ask them to rethink their thoughts. Who knows, Maybe they don't even know the whole story. Try to help them and you'll see that life is so much better without (making quick) assumptions. Enjoy the episode!

This week's episode is inspired by the famous quote from Jack Welch, "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others." In this episode, Sophia tells the story of how she led her family through the Dole Plantation's giant Pineapple Garden Maze, the world's largest maze. She shares the strategies and the things she learned from being an effective leader. Sophia and Olga also talk about why leadership is one of the most important skills you can learn, and how you can practice leadership every single day. Join us on our journey, and follow us on Instagram at @dreambigpodcast

Have you ever heard of the saying that Your Worst Enemy Could Be Your Best Friend? This is the central question for today's podcast and something that has confused and bothered Sophia for a while. I'm sure most of our Big Dreamers can relate to that too! In this episode, Sophia will share the story of riding the biggest rollercoaster she has ever seen in her life: the fear she felt leading up to the ride and the four strategies she used to overcome her worries, all of which ultimately allowed her to find joy in the supposedly scary rollercoaster ride! This episode will also see a new challenge for all of us Big Dreamers, inspired by one of our favorite quotes, which many attribute to former first lady and well-loved humanitarian Eleanor Roosevelt: "Do one thing everyday that scares you." We know how "everyday" seems like a huge task, so let's start small! Try a new thing for at least for three days, something you are unsure of and scares you. Let us know about your experience by emailing us at [email protected]. Also, join Sophia in her journey, and follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/dreambigpodcast Enjoy the episode!

How many rejections are you willing to take before giving up on your dream? In today's episode, Sophia and Olga talk about the visionary who created the happiest and the most magical place in the world, Walt Disney. He is proof that even if you get more NOs than YES, about 300 to be precise, if you have the vision, will and determination, you will make your dream a reality. Sophia also shares the most memorable moment from her recent Disneyland trip, and the 3 important lessons we can all learn from Walt Disney. We challenge all you big dreamers listening to try something you are afraid of or know nothing about— expect rejections, cook up new strategies and try again. Repeat as many times as needed! Take notice of how people's reactions differ when you try different methods to get your desired result. One such strategy is to imagine yourself in the other person's shoes: what can you say or do that will get the result you want but also be of benefit to others? Let us know! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/309

How many rejections are you willing to take before giving up on your dream? In today's episode, Sophia and Olga talk about the visionary who created the happiest and the most magical place in the world, Walt Disney. He is proof that even if you get more NOs than YES, about 300 to be precise, if you have the vision, will and determination, you will make your dream a reality. Sophia also shares the most memorable moment from her recent Disneyland trip, and the 3 important lessons we can all learn from Walt Disney. We challenge all you big dreamers listening to try something you are afraid of or know nothing about— expect rejections, cook up new strategies and try again. Repeat as many times as needed! Take notice of how people's reactions differ when you try different methods to get your desired result. One such strategy is to imagine yourself in the other person's shoes: what can you say or do that will get the result you want but also be of benefit to others? Let us know! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/309

We are on vacation this month, so decided to rebroadcast some of our favorite interviews from the past. Fortunately with over 300 original episodes, there are many amazing interviews to choose from. This week we are sharing with you Eva's interview with Simon Sinek, best-selling author of "Start With Why" -- which we consider a must-read and offer our highest recommendation. Simon believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Described as "a visionary thinker with a rare intellect," Simon teaches leaders and organizations how to inspire people. With a bold goal to help build a world in which the vast majority of people go home every day feeling fulfilled by their work, Simon is leading a movement to inspire people to do the things that inspire them. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/308

Kechi Okwuchi is a singer and motivational speaker. She was one of the two survivors in the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash on December 10, 2005 that claimed 107 lives, 60 of which were her schoolmates. Kechi spent the next seven months in the hospital with a majority of that time in intensive care and has endured more than 100 surgeries. She credits her faith, family, friends, and singing for keeping her going. She eventually moved to America in 2007 for reconstructive surgery and later enrolled in the University of St. Thomas where she graduated summa cum laude in 2015. We first learned about Kechi's story when she auditioned on America's Got Talent in 2017 as a singer, and finished the competition as a finalist. She later participated in America's Got Talent: The Champions in 2019, where Simon Cowell gave her the golden buzzer, sending her straight to the final. We fell in love with Kechi's talent and story, and were thrilled when she agreed to be a guest on the podcast. It's one of our favorite interviews ever, so we decided to rebroadcast it since it's been over 3 years since it was first published. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/307

This weekend, we went to an art, yoga and music festival called Lightning It A Bottle (LIB) at Buena Vista Lake, just outside of Bakersfield, California. It was our first time camping at a festival like this with tens of thousands of people, and needless to say, our family saw people wearing outfits and expressing themselves in ways that you don't typically see at your local CVS. Sophia loves to give compliments and so as we were walking through the festival, she would constantly be stopping people and telling them how much she liked their hat, sunglasses, or dress.. We saw firsthand the power of compliments as she brought such huge smiles to everyone she complimented, and even had a few people gift her the things she complimented them on (as you'll hear in the episode). You'll love hearing Sophia and Olga describe our experience at the LIB festival and Sophia issues a challenge to all Big Dreamers that you won't want to miss!

During a recent visit to grandparents house, Sophia pointed out a quote that adorns a piece of artwork in their bedroom. It says: "​​Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain." At a family dinner one night, we started talking about the meaning of this beautiful quote and looked for stories from our own life that were consistent with its meaning. Olga and Sophia recalled the perfect sequence of events from our recent time in Hawaii. We thought why not share the story and discuss the meaning of this quote with all you Big Dreamers, which is exactly what you'll enjoy listening to in Episode 305 of the Dream Big Podcast. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/305

This coming weekend, Eva will be celebrating her bat mitzvah.This is an important day in the Jewish tradition as it symbolizes Eva coming of age -- i.e when a child becomes an adult. At the ceremony, Sophia will be giving a speech on the 10 ways that Eva inspires her. We thought it would be nice to have Sophia share what she'll be telling our family at the ceremony with our extended family here at the Dream Big Podcast! Congrats to Eva on this wonderful milestone. We are so proud of you! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/304

We met a sad, lonely goat in Hawaii. It was tied to a small leash all day long. Even its bleat (the sound goats make) sounded sad. You'll hear the full story when you tune into this week's episode. Rather than just let the goat be sad, Sophia, Eva and Olga sprung into action and found the goat a new home. And now the goat is happy. Not only did we help the goat, but the goat helped us by teaching us 3 important life lessons that Sophia and Olga share in this episode. For our show notes, visit 🎁 https://dreambigpodcast.com/303 So, subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this aewsome adventure together! 🎧🥳 And if you rate and review the show, it would be the biggest gift to us! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #insparing #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #animallover #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #podcaster #podcastshow #animalandkids #friendship #holidaygifts #holidays #holidayswithkids

We spent the month in April in Hawaii. Practically every day we were in the water and watched in amazement the surfers catching and riding waves. We knew the trip would not be complete without surf lessons! So we found an amazing instructor not too far from where we were staying and thankfully he agreed to also train Sophia, who is a good swimmer but only six years old right now! In this episode, Sophia and Olga share our family's experience surfing for the very first time, as well as important life lessons that we learned. Without spoiling the episode, we are happy to share that Sophia did stand up and rode many waves on her very first outing. And Olga and Sophia both loved surfing so much that they just had another lesson this week. So perhaps you will be hearing more stories in the future about Sophia catching waves. In the meantime, enjoy this fun and enlightening episode about Sophia's first surf lesson! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/302

Today's episode is a huge one, and we are very excited about it! As you all know, Eva started Dream Big when she was just seven years old back in 2016. Eva's little sister Sophia was born in 2015, and literally grew up listening to Eva podcasting and dreaming big that one day she would be a podcaster too. That day has arrived! Sophia will be turning seven in June, so this is right about the same age as when Eva started podcasting. You already know and love Sophia from our Silly Sophia segment! Well today, you are going to learn a lot more about Sophia and get reacquainted with the woman that brought both of them into this world, Eva and Sophia's amazing mom Olga Karpman. Enjoy this episode where Olga and Sophia share fun facts about each other, and share their exciting vision for the future of Dream Big. If you miss Eva already, don't worry! She'll still be involved with the podcast and will be making appearances too. Enjoy this episode! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/301

Wow! We are at 300 episodes of the Dream Big Podcast. Thank you all for being part of this incredible journey. Eva launched the podcast when she was 7 years old and we are excited to start introducing Eva's sister Sophia (who will be turning 7 in June) to all you Big Dreamers. Yes, Sophia has been making us all laugh with Silly Sophia jokes for many years now, but she plans to get even more involved in coming episodes so stay tuned! Sophia is a bundle of energy and joy (and as you already know, hilarious) -- and I'm sure you will all love her participation in Dream Big. In this episode, Eva also shares a story from an incredible hike we did this past week that you won't want to miss. Thank you again for celebrating 300 episodes of Dream Big with us! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/300

One of Eva's core beliefs is that every human has a unique gift to share with the world. Yet, there is one reality that we all undeniably have in common. For each and every one of us, there are 24 hours in a day. The people who realize their potential and make their dreams come true understand that those hours are precious, and refuse to squander the majority of their free time on distractions. Eva shares how she has been spending her free time recently (hint: it's not been binge watching shows on Netflix) and challenges all Big Dreamers to be mindful of how they are spending their time. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/299

We've spent the majority of our time in the past few months in Big Bear Lake, a mountain village a few hours outside of Los Angeles. The beauty is in nature -- the snow capped mountains, the majestic trees, and of course the stunning lake. The town itself is charming, but as you can imagine there are no tall buildings and just a small selection of restaurants and shops in the charming village. That's probably why it came as a complete shock to our system when we decided to visit Las Vegas this past weekend. Turns out, it is only a 3 hour drive from Big Bear Lake. So we decided to go on an adventure. Eva and Sophia were simply amazed that in this barren desert, Big Dreamers had built a pyramid, New York, Paris, Venice, and of course if you've been to Vegas you know the list goes on and on. In this episode, Eva shares some highlights from the trip, and how it inspired her more than ever to Dream Big. I must say it was surreal to take our kids to see one of the great illusionists of our time, David Copperfield, who Olga and I remember from our own childhood. Enjoy the episode! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/298

We spent a ton of time skiing this winter. We always had wanted to give our girls the gift of learning how to ski before their adult years. We had taken them for snow days here and there in prior years, but this season we decided to go all out. We bought season passes, purchased equipment, and made sure to make the most of the investment! I'm estimating our kids got at least 25 days on the slopes in February and March! Both Eva and Sophia learned so much from the experience, and Eva thought it would be helpful to share some of the life lessons that kids (and adults) learn from skiing! And of course, there is always a connection to dreaming big and how learning to ski can help you move towards your dreams. Enjoy! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/297

Eva shares an important lesson about what we can learn from a glass of water, and it's not about how drinking lots of water is healthy (which it is!). Instead, it is an inspirational story about the weight of water. If you hold a glass of water for a few minutes, you probably won't notice the weight. But what if you held that glass of water with your arm outstretched for 10 minutes, or 10 hours. That glass would start to feel very, very heavy. At some point, you wouldn't be able to hold it any longer and it would fall to the ground. This is a wonderful metaphor to explain what it is like holding on to stress and worries. There is a difference between being stressed for 10 seconds versus 10 minutes versus 10 hours, right? Eva shares why it is so important to not let your stresses weigh you down with a little help from this wonderful story about the weight of water. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/296

Today, Eva shares a uniquely human trait, which also has the potential to be an incredible gift (if we choose to make it a gift). And that is the ability to choose, to decide, how we interpret the events and circumstances in our lives. Of course, with choice comes the ability to make both good and bad decisions. So today, Eva recounts a recent story from her own life about not making the right decision and compares that to inspirational stories of prior guests on the Dream Big Podcast. With this perspective, Eva reminds us all how we can embrace this uniquely human characteristic to make empowering (rather than destructive) decisions in our own lives. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/295

We absolutely love it when we discover that scientific studies back up something that we intuitively knew to be true. In the case of this episode, Eva talks about the "High Five." Everyone loves receiving a High Five -- but just how powerful is it… Well in this episode, Eva shares a study that she heard the great Mel Robbins talking about in a recent interview. The study demonstrated that the High Five is far more powerful than verbal praise. Eva shares the details of the study, explains why High Fives can have such an extraordinary impact, and challenges all Big Dreamers to give High Fives more often! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/294

This episode is likely to be one of the most controversial Eva has ever published, at least among the younger big dreamers who would love nothing more than to spend hours of time each day watching TV, perusing TikTok or playing video games. But this is the DREAM BIG podcast, and the truth is that too many people are destroying their big dreams by spending all their "free" time every day on anything but working towards their big dreams. Studies show that the average American spends more than 6 hours every day watching TV and on social media. That's 6 hours per day that could be spent making progress on your dreams. In this episode, Eva shares her 3-part strategy for reclaiming many of those hours, and how you can ensure that this newfound time will be spent on working towards your big dreams. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/293

We all have problems. Every human on earth can find something to complain about. Some stress. Some aggravation. Something that is going wrong in their life. Yet while we can look for what's wrong, we can also look for what's right! And that is Eva's message in this episode. Even better, Eva shares how we as a family train our brain every evening at dinner to look for what's going right in our lives. It's amazing how 5-10 minutes of gratitude practiced every day can change the way you view the world. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/292

At a family dinner a few weeks ago, the word NO became a subject of discussion and we were surprised to learn that our kids thought of NO as a "bad word." I guess that shouldn't be a huge surprise because kids are taught from a young age not to say no to their parents or their teachers. And of course the word YES often has a positive connotation since we are encouraging our kids to say yes to their dreams, to pushing outside of their comfort zone, to taking on new challenges, etc. We explained to Eva and Sophia that sometimes NO is the best answer you can give. Whether it is saying NO so you can prioritize your dreams (since there are only so many hours in a day) or saying NO to harmful choices like drugs or crimes. Eva wanted to make sure all big dreamers also grasped this idea that NO is often the right answer, so we recorded this episode which we hope you all enjoy! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/291

Love is not an easy emotion to describe. It's a feeling that you experience when you are giving or receiving love -- but certainly not easy to explain to a kid or even an adult. Unconditional love is an even more challenging concept -- this idea that you can love someone without conditions, even if that person is misbehaving or treating you unfairly. That's why Eva decided when she came across an example of unconditional love in her own life, that she would tell the story. Because there's no better way to explain a concept than with a story that perfectly illustrates it! We hope you enjoy Eva's example of unconditional love and challenge all you Big Dreamers to show unconditional love in the way Eva describes the next time an opportunity presents itself. For our show notes, visit https://dreambigpodcast.com/290 If you like our show please subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this awsome adventure together! 🎧🥳 https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes And if you rate and review the show, it would be the biggest gift to us! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #insparing #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #podcaster #gratitude #gratitudeforkids #positivemindset #topkidspodcasts #1kidspodcast #morningroutine #morningroutineideas #wakeupkids #kidspodcast #whatislove #love #kidslove

Today's episode is rare in that Eva is telling the Big Dreamers something that they should NOT do! This is something that many parents (us included) have been guilty of far too often. But it is a really bad habit, and one that becomes harder to break as the years go by. Specifically, Eva discusses the habit of waking up and immediately opening your phone to either check email or to otherwise consume other people's content (we are leaving out motivational content for purposes of this episode). Eva explains why giving away the precious first 30 minutes of your day to someone else's priorities is a terrible way to kick off your morning, and shares what she does when she first gets out of bed. We hope that this episode serves as an important reminder to young and older Big Dreamers to prioritize the first moments you are awake as a time to claim the day as your own -- which simply cannot be done by looking at your inbox or watching dance challenges on TikTOk! Have you ever met someone who has far less than you in terms of material wealth but is way, way happier? These people are living proof that you don't need money to buy happiness. In fact, as Eva explains in today's episode, you don't need any reason to be happy. You can just decide to be happy. Eva shares two examples of people who have far "less" than our family -- yet are making the decision to be happy. These people have inspired us to proactively work in 2022 on making the decision to be happy more often, and we know that they will inspire you as well! For our show notes, visit https://dreambigpodcast.com/289 If you like our show please subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this awsome adventure together! 🎧🥳 https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes And if you rate and review the show, it would be the biggest gift to us! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #insparing #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #animallover #kidsempowerment #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #podcaster #gratitude #gratitudeforkids #positivemindset #topkidspodcasts #1kidspodcast #morningroutine #morningroutineideas #wakeupkids #kidspodcast

Have you ever met someone who has far less than you in terms of material wealth but is way, way happier? These people are living proof that you don't need money to buy happiness. In fact, as Eva explains in today's episode, you don't need any reason to be happy. You can just decide to be happy. Eva shares two examples of people who have far "less" than our family -- yet are making the decision to be happy. These people have inspired us to proactively work in 2022 on making the decision to be happy more often, and we know that they will inspire you as well! For our show notes, visit https://dreambigpodcast.com/288 If you like our show please subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this awsome adventure together! 🎧🥳 https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes And if you rate and review the show, it would be the biggest gift to us! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #insparing #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #animallover #kidsempowerment #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #podcaster #gratitude #gratitudeforkids #positivemindset #topkidspodcasts #1kidspodcast

🥰Gratitude is a recurring topic of discussion on the Dream Big Podcast. Over the years, Eva has shared a ton of ideas on how to practice gratitude, from visualization exercises to gratitude diaries to our family's daily practice of expressing gratitude at the dinner table. Today however, Eva wanted to share her favorite idea for expressing gratitude, courtesy of Tony and Sage Robbins who recently shared how they create an annual slideshow of all their favorite memories from the year. Not only do they have so much fun selecting the photos and adding their favorite music, but it becomes a slideshow that they can then rewatch whenever they need a good ol' dose of gratitude. What a great idea, and Eva shares why she is so excited about creating a 2021 highlight reel slideshow for our family, as well as her favorite apps for creating slideshows with minimal effort (other than going through Olga's thousands of photos to pick out her favorite ones!). For our show notes, visit https://dreambigpodcast.com/287 If you like our show please subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this pawsome adventure together! 🎧🥳 https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes And if you rate and review the show, it would be the biggest gift to us! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #insparing #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #animallover #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #podcaster #gratitude #gratitudeforkids #positivemindset #topkidspodcasts #1kidspodcast

You Gotta Be HUNGRY! http://dreambigpodcast.com/286 This is perhaps personal development legend Les Brown's most celebrated quote. When we first shared the quote with Eva, who was then probably 7 years old, she was a little confused. My parents are telling me that I have to be hungry? But when we shared a clip of Les explaining that the phrase does not refer to a hunger for food -- but rather a hunger to achieve your big dreams -- Eva understood the symbolism of the word hunger. Here, Eva shares what Les means by his catchphrase "You Gotta Be Hungry", how she applies that sentiment to her own life, and why all Big Dreamers need to be hungry to make their dreams come true. For our show notes, visit http://dreambigpodcast.com/286 Subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this deliciouse adventure together! 🎧🥳 Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Love it! We want more - I was looking for an educational show for myself and our family and found you guys! Will be listening every week now and looking forward to more interviews ❤️"please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more Big Dreamers — just like you — move toward the life they desire for their family. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #kidspodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #dreambigpodcast #habits #kidshabits #howtochangehabits #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripstory #storypodcast #storiesforkids #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personalgrowth #enterpreneur #moneymatters #moneymatter #podcaster #podcastshow #howtopodcast #happykids #top10kidspodcast #bestkidspodcast #newyearsresolution #newyears #goalssetting

Big Dreamers, young and old, often get overwhelmed with goal setting, especially at the start of the New Year. http://dreambigpodcast.com/285 Too many of us just create one long list of all the goals we want to accomplish. A lengthy single-level list can lead to anxiety, which is the last thing you want when you are setting your goals. So in today's episode, Eva shares how she categorizes her goals into 3 main buckets: (1) Skills; (2) Health; and (3) Relationships. When you organize your goals in these 3 high-level categories, suddenly the goals seem much more manageable (and therefore more attainable). Eva shares some examples of goals in each of these categories that she has set for 2022, and challenges all Big Dreamers to create a handful of goals in each of these categories as well. Let's make 2022 our best year yet! For our show notes, visit http://dreambigpodcast.com/285 Subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this deliciouse adventure together! 🎧🥳 Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Love it! We want more - I was looking for an educational show for myself and our family and found you guys! Will be listening every week now and looking forward to more interviews ❤️"please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more Big Dreamers — just like you — move toward the life they desire for their family. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #kidspodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #dreambigpodcast #habits #kidshabits #howtochangehabits #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripstory #storypodcast #storiesforkids #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personalgrowth #enterpreneur #moneymatters #moneymatter #podcaster #podcastshow #howtopodcast #happykids #top10kidspodcast #bestkidspodcast #newyearsresolution #newyears #goalssetting

As Big Dreamers, we are so focused on the future. What are we going to do next? http://dreambigpodcast.com/284 What are our goals for the new year? And how are we going to accomplish them? As a result, many of us don't spend nearly enough time reflecting on the past year, and celebrating what we have accomplished. In this episode, Eva shares the importance of capturing the wins from the past year on paper and feeling gratitude for all the amazing things that happened to you. This exercise will help energize you for the year ahead! A special thank you to Big Dreamer Chloe Chan for writing to Eva with a great question that inspired this episode. We hope that Chloe and all Big Dreamers have a great close to 2021 (which you will if you listen to Eva's advice in this episode!) and an exciting year of growth and progress ahead in 2022. Finally, be sure to check out the resources section of our show notes, which contain links to 4 past episodes where Eva shares ideas about New Year resolutions. For our show notes, visit http://dreambigpodcast.com/284 Subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this deliciouse adventure together! 🎧🥳 Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Love it! We want more - I was looking for an educational show for myself and our family and found you guys! Will be listening every week now and looking forward to more interviews ❤️"please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more Big Dreamers — just like you — move toward the life they desire for their family. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #kidspodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #dreambigpodcast #habits #kidshabits #howtochangehabits #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripstory #storypodcast #storiesforkids #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personalgrowth #enterpreneur #moneymatters #moneymatter #podcaster #podcastshow #howtopodcast #happykids #top10kidspodcast #bestkidspodcast #newyearsresolution #newyears

🎁🤔👨‍👩‍👧‍👦❤️ Looking for the perfect holiday gift? 🎄🎁💝 Get creative and design an unforgettable experience that will bring joy and create lasting memories for years to come! 💭🎉 In this episode of the Dream Big Podcast, Eva Karpman shares how she came up with incredible gift ideas for her family using this fun thought experiment. A great way to teach kids about the joy of giving without breaking the bank! 💰💸 Tune in to this special holiday edition and learn how to create the perfect gift that will be cherished forever. 🎉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For more information and show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/283 All episodes: https://dreambigpodcast.com/episodes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now! #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #womenempowerment #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #bestgift #bestgiftforkids #holidaygifts #topkidspodcast #podcast #podcastofyoutube #kidspodcast

Tis The Season To Be…. KIND. And guess what, when you are kind, you will also be JOLLY. In this episode, Eva shares a sweet story of a random act of kindness that her sister Sophia recently performed. It is important to note that Sophia's action required no real effort on her part. She didn't have to pay for it. All she did was be thoughtful in a situation where she didn't have to be, and that made all the difference. Listen to the episode to learn more about this little, sweet act of kindness that Sophia performed, and why small actions can make such a big impact in your relationships. Eva also challenges all Big Dreamers to perform a random act of kindness this Holiday season. Be kind, spread love, and Happy Holidays! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/282 All episodes: https://dreambigpodcast.com/episodes Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now! #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #whoisforkids #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripsongs #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #womenempowerment #1kidspodcast #bestkidspodcast #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #bestgift #bestgiftforkids #holidaygifts #topkidspodcast #podcast #podcastofyoutube #kidspodcast #holidayswithkids #kidsholidays

We talk a lot about Big Dreams in our family. But we talk even more about happiness. Why? http://dreambigpodcast.com/281 Because we want our kids to know that achievement alone will not guarantee you happiness. Look at all the ultra rich people in this world who are very unhappy. With the holiday season here, there are many who believe that the holiday season will bring you happiness. You'll hear the greeting Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays, but we all know that there are plenty who will not be happy and merry this holiday season. In this episode, Eva shares why Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwaza, or whatever holiday you celebrate, will not make you happy. Instead, as Eva explains, it is YOU who makes you happy. This is a powerful and timely reminder that kids (and adults) need to hear, and Eva shares some practical tips on how to be happy this holiday season. For our show notes, visit http://dreambigpodcast.com/281 Subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this deliciouse adventure together! 🎧🥳 Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Love it! We want more - I was looking for an educational show for myself and our family and found you guys! Will be listening every week now and looking forward to more interviews ❤️"please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more Big Dreamers — just like you — move toward the life they desire for their family. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #kidspodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #dreambigpodcast #habits #kidshabits #howtochangehabits #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripstory #storypodcast #storiesforkids #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personalgrowth #enterpreneur #moneymatters #moneymatter #podcaster #podcastshow #howtopodcast #happykids #top10kidspodcast #bestkidspodcast

Today, Eva discusses the power of small habits. http://dreambigpodcast.com/280 Given that Eva's podcast is titled Dream Big, it should not be a surprise that Eva talks mostly about BIG dreams, BIG goals, and BIG action. But it is important to remember that small habits each and every day can lead to very big results over a period of time. Eva shares some great examples in this episode. For instance, did you know that if you read just 20 pages per day, you could read 30 books in 2022 (assuming average book size was 243 pages). I don't know about you… but 30 books in one year sounds super ambitious to me! But 20 pages per day seems very doable. And that is just one of many great examples you'll hear when you tune in to the 280th episode of the Dream Big Podcast. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/280 Subscribe to the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes, and let's embark on this deliciouse adventure together! 🎧🥳 Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Love it! We want more - I was looking for an educational show for myself and our family and found you guys! Will be listening every week now and looking forward to more interviews ❤️"please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more Big Dreamers — just like you — move toward the life they desire for their family. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Join us on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #kidspodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidslearn #dreambigpodcast #habits #kidshabits #howtochangehabits #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #roadtripstory #storypodcast #storiesforkids #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #audio #audiokidsstories #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #kidspersonaldevelopment #personalgrowth #enterpreneur #moneymatters #moneymatter #podcaster #podcastshow #howtopodcast

We noticed recently that there have been way too many comparisons being made within our family. Sophia, our six year old, is constantly comparing (and complaining about) what her older sister Eva is allowed to do. Why can Eva stay up later? Why can Eva have sleepovers? By comparison, Eva gets frustrated that we are not nearly as strict with Sophia and require more contributions from her in the house. For instance, Sophia sets the table for dinner (which takes only a few minutes), and Eva cleans all the dishes and the kitchen after dinner (which can take 30 minutes or more). So the focus of this week's episode is why is it never a good idea to compare yourself to others, especially to your siblings? Is this a recurring source of tension in your home, like it has been in ours! Then be sure to listen to this episode as a family and see how much the energy will improve in your home when you stop comparing yourself to others! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/279

Eva often gets asked how she is able to get so much done -- from being a full-time student to hosting the Dream BIg Podcast, not to mention all the extracurricular activities she's involved in. And now, Eva is about to launch a second podcast which she will be producing entirely on her own. So how does Eva find the time to do well in school while still pursuing her Big Dreams. Today, Eva shares her #1 Productivity secret: N.E.T. time. Have you heard of this acronym before? We first heard it from the great Tony Robbins, and have used N.E.T. to capture 1-3 hours per day of time that would otherwise not be utilized towards pursuing our Big Dreams. To learn what the N.E.T acronym stands for, how Eva applies the concept in her own life, and how all Big Dreamers can do the same, be sure to listen to this fascinating episode! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/278

This past weekend, we enjoyed an extended weekend getaway in Miami, Florida. It is November and that means it is getting cold in most of the northern hemisphere. But in Miami, the sun was out, the ocean was warm, and everyone was so friendly. We also had the opportunity to catch up with lots of friends and family who live in Miami and the surrounding areas. Eva had a particularly strong connection with our friends Gregory and Iryna, who welcomed us into their home for a wonderful afternoon. Of course, everyone we visited was super nice to Eva but there was something special about her interaction with Gregory and Iryna that stood out. As we drove away from their house and waved goodbye, Eva said "Wow! I really like them and hope we can visit again sometime soon." What made the interaction so memorable, and what can all Big Dreamers learn from the way Gregory and Iryna welcomed Eva into their home? Listen to this powerful episode to find out! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/277

Exciting news alert: Eva is going to be launching a new podcast soon! First off, let us reassure you that the Dream Big Podcast is not going anywhere. This will be a 2nd podcast that Eva is launching to focus on a passion that she discovered the past year, specifically farming and sustainability. What is different about this new podcast is that Eva will be producing it on her own. This means identifying guests, inviting them, preparing for interviews, writing show notes and publishing episodes. Which leads us to the following quote: "Destiny is no matter of chance. It is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved. -- William Jennings Bryan." We're very proud that Eva is making this decision to create this new podcast. It's been our greatest honor as her parents to help her produce Dream Big these past 5 years (and we'll continue to do so). And now we'll be there to support her and offer guidance while she takes control of her own destiny and works toward the launch of the new podcast. So stay tuned for big announcements on the new podcast's name, first guest, and other exciting tidbits. And again, Dream Big is here to stay! For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/276