Find Your Spark

The SPARK Initiative
  • 4.8 (17)
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Find Your Spark Podcast

“FIND YOUR SPARK” is a podcast that shares real-life stories of realizing the potential and impact of your SPARK, in the middle of a busy life. Your hosts Brooke Wheeldon-Reece, President of The SPARK Initiative – a non-profit organization – and Ashley Hunt, Director of Program Development, dive deep into conversations about life, family, running a business, the youth they work with, and the impact their work has daily. The episodes are funny, digestible, honest, and profoundly helpful. As working moms and entrepreneurs, Brooke and Ashley navigate the sticky realities of daily life, all while working to make this world a better place.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    203: How our Creativity can Shine

    In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Jena shares a simple yet transformative insight about creativity that has led her to uncover her creative potential. Creativity is often an attribute that many people feel they lack; however, what if creativity is so much simpler than some artistic ability?Listen as Jena explains how everyone has the potential to be creative. Then revel in the understanding that nourishing your creative thoughts is what allows them to come to life.

    11 min

  2. SEP 10

    202: Every Exchange is an Opportunity to Change the World

    In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Stephanie shares a simple yet profound insight she had while on a walk yesterday. She was pondering how she could support more parents deal with stress, given the Surgeon General’s advisory that found that 48% of parents report that most days their stress is completely overwhelming. While in a state of relaxed curiosity about this, she had an interaction with a stranger that gave her the answer. Tune in to hear the story and perhaps start to see more opportunities in your own life to change the world.

    10 min

  3. SEP 3

    201: Oh but Darling, What if you Fly?

    ​​​​​In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Makayla references a famous quote by Erin Hanson that reads, "What if I fall? Oh but darling, what if you fly?" In this self-reflective episode, Makayla details personal narratives that illustrate the ways in which this quote has helped her state of mind. Listen as Makayla details a more optimistic approach to life, and the unhelpfulness of pessimistic thought.

    17 min

  4. AUG 27

    200: Celebrating 200 Episodes!

    During this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, the entire SPARK team sits in to celebrate 200 episodes.  Veering off our typical style of podcast, Makayla hosts an interview-style session with the Spark team. Throughout the episode, team members reflect on the changes they've observed since their beginning at SPARK, key takeaways from our teachings, and what they hope to see SPARK become over the next 200 episodes.Listen to this hopeful and reflective episode of the Find Your Spark Podcast to learn just how far we've come, and that we aren't stopping anytime soon.

    35 min

  5. AUG 20

    199: Breaking the Mold - Embracing Your True Self Beyond Societal Expectations

    In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Chad speaks about the importance of embracing your true self and breaking free from societal expectations. He delves into how often we feel pressured to conform to the standards and norms set by others, losing sight of who we truly are in the process. Through candid conversations and personal reflections, Chad encourages listeners to discover his unique strengths, passions, and values, and to live authentically in a world that often pushes for conformity. Tune in to be inspired to reclaim your individuality and ignite the SPARK that makes you, *you*.

    12 min

  6. AUG 13

    198: What If It All Works Out?

    In this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Brooke and Ashley discussthe relationship between the unknown and the faith that it all works out. This topic has been a recurring one both at the office and in Brooke's day-to-day life.Listen as the two discuss the possibilities that open up by simply relying on your SPARK to calm your anxiety and reinforce the belief that it truly all works out.At SPARK, we're committed to a faith over fear mentality, and even when things get tough, we come back to "what if it all works out?"For tickets to the National Wellbeing & Resilience Conference, visit https://www.wellbeingandresiliencealliance.com/

    24 min

  7. AUG 6

    197: "Mom, You are Gonna get Cooked!"

    In this episode, Stephanie tells the story of a recent conversation she had with her 10-year old son. After excitedly sharing that she’d be teaching SPARK to 8th graders at the local middle school in DC, he emphatically proclaimed she was “going to get cooked.” Tune in to hear her thoughts on this ominous prediction.

    10 min

  8. JUL 30

    196: Supporting Public Education

    During this episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast, Makayla is joined by a very special guest - her mom.Makayla and Jocelyn had the privilege of teaching together during Makayla's time in the classroom.Listen as they reflect on that special time in both of their lives.The pair also speak to the role of educators, how teaching has changed, and the importance of programs like SPARK in every classroom.This episode of the Find Your SPARK Podcast premieres on National Support Public Education Day. To every educator, you deserve all the support in the world.

    21 min
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About

“FIND YOUR SPARK” is a podcast that shares real-life stories of realizing the potential and impact of your SPARK, in the middle of a busy life. Your hosts Brooke Wheeldon-Reece, President of The SPARK Initiative – a non-profit organization – and Ashley Hunt, Director of Program Development, dive deep into conversations about life, family, running a business, the youth they work with, and the impact their work has daily. The episodes are funny, digestible, honest, and profoundly helpful. As working moms and entrepreneurs, Brooke and Ashley navigate the sticky realities of daily life, all while working to make this world a better place.

Information

  • Creator
    The SPARK Initiative
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    201
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Find Your Spark
  • Show Website
    Find Your Spark

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