Jayjay's Ride to School: Somatic Awareness for Kids

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Short Stories for Big Feelings Jayjay’s Ride to School delivers short stories that teach kids to notice, name, and regulate their emotions and feelings through somatic exercises. An easy and meaningful way for parents and children to share the morning commute. About Your Host: I’m a licensed acupuncturist and somatic healing practitioner who helps kids and grown-ups understand their feelings, calm their bodies, and feel safe inside themselves.

Episodes

  1. Jan 20

    Excitement

    In this episode, children listen to a lively, relatable story about Jada, a little girl whose excitement sometimes feels too big for her body. The story shows both positive and negative examples of excitement and teaches children how to notice their body and use simple tools to manage strong feelings. This episode helps to give children and caregivers time to explore, understand, and practice handling excitement in a safe and fun way.

    11 min

  2. Jan 20

    Divorce & Separation

    In this episode, children listen to a story about a little girl whose parents get divorced. Because this is a sensitive topic, the story takes extra time to move slowly and offer reassurance, helping children explore feelings of change, confusion, and adjustment. Designed for listening together, this episode supports meaningful conversations and reminds children that even when families change, they are still loved and not alone.

    12 min

  3. Jan 20

    Embarassment

    In this episode, children listen to a gentle, relatable story about a child who experiences an embarrassing moment at school. The episode supports conversations about feeling embarrassed and helps children learn that moments like these do not decide who they are or how they are seen.

    12 min

  4. Jan 14

    Happiness

    In this episode of Jayjay’s Ride to School, we share a story about a child experiencing a big, joyful feeling and discovering how sharing that happiness can make it even brighter. Along the way, your child will hear how noticing and paying attention to their own emotions can help them stay balanced and respond thoughtfully when feelings get strong. A fun way to practice understanding and regulating emotions during everyday moments.

    12 min

  5. Jan 14

    Trust

    In this episode of Jayjay’s Ride to School, we share a story about a child learning how to navigate trust with a friend. Through Arjun’s experience, your child will hear how noticing feelings, talking about them, and working together can help rebuild trust — all in a fun, engaging story perfect for listening on the ride to school.

    8 min

  6. Jan 14

    Labeling Our Feelings

    In this episode of Jayjay’s Ride to School, we explore how children can notice and name their feelings in the moment. Through a short story and gentle guidance, your child will learn how recognizing emotions helps them understand what’s happening inside and respond in a calmer, more confident way.

    11 min
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Short Stories for Big Feelings Jayjay’s Ride to School delivers short stories that teach kids to notice, name, and regulate their emotions and feelings through somatic exercises. An easy and meaningful way for parents and children to share the morning commute. About Your Host: I’m a licensed acupuncturist and somatic healing practitioner who helps kids and grown-ups understand their feelings, calm their bodies, and feel safe inside themselves.

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