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Petitations (pet-centered meditations), interviews and stories for kids. Interviews with artists, authors, musicians, editors, illustrators teachers, and mindfullnes/meditation and yoga practitioners. It's not just for kids any more. Find the website at www.mindfulhappykids.com for links to the podcast and YouTube videos, pdf's of Dr. Paige's children's books on gratitude, compassion, mindfulness and yoga and examples of Petitations set to music.
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Breaking Barriers: Sonido Reyes on Queer, Latinx, and Mental Health Representation in YA in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Jun 10, 2026 |
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Dr. Rajani LaRocca: Indian American Author Across the Children's Lifespan in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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May 26, 2026 |
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Chris Baron on Passover Anthology "On All Other Nights" and Wildfire Verse Novel "Spark"
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Apr 11, 2026 |
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Dan Gemeinhart on "The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise," "Coyote Lost and Found," and "Busted" with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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Author Johnny Marciano in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige and Mike Rosenstein
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Mar 08, 2026 |
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Nora Lester Morad: Writing as a Tool for Change for the Palestinians
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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"The Petitation Companion: Introduction"
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Jan 23, 2026 |
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Julio Anta and Jacoby Salcedo: Creators of Latinx Graphic Novels
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Dec 11, 2025 |
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Hannah Moushabeck: A Palestinian, Queer, Fat Activist, Children's Author, and Publisher of Primarily Palestinian Books
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Happy Day of Thanks! The Gratitude Petitation
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Dan Gutman: Over 200 Children's Books Published All Ages
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Nov 16, 2025 |
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Jenan Matari: Palestinian American Author and Advocate in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Oct 19, 2025 |
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Spooky Dolls in Latinx Folklore: Middle Grade Author Cassandra Ramos-Gomez
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Oct 16, 2025 |
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From within Gaza: Interview with a Young Palestinian Journalist--Taqwa Ahmed Al-Wawi
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Championing Diversity and Inclusion in Kids' Literature with Dana Alison Levy in Conversation with Elisabeth Paige
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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Bobbie's Debut with the Petting Petitation
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Exploring Non-Violent Fantasy with AnneMarie Mazotti Gouveia in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Aug 31, 2025 |
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Writing Strong Middle Grade Girls: Barbara Dee on Feminism and Fiction
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Exploring Middle Grade Magic with Author Sonja Thomas in Conversation with Elisabeth Paige
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Exploring the Depths of Parenting and Creativity with Sasha Saidman in Conversation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Jul 11, 2025 |
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Exploring Children's Literature Diversity with Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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Conversation Between Huda Fahmy, Author of Muslim Graphic Novels and Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Jun 02, 2025 |
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"Mental Health Month Kickoff: Christine Webb on Bipolar Disorder and Writing"
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May 18, 2025 |
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The Power of Art and the Dutch Resistance : A Conversation with Maria Van Lieshout and Elisabeth Paige
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Illustrator and Author Deb JJ Lee: Interview with Elisabeth Paige
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Crafting Hope and Acceptance in Sonora Reyes' Novels in Conversation with Elisabeth Paige
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Mar 01, 2025 |
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The Power of Representation: Hena Khan's Voice in Children's Literature
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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While we're in the NBA mood--Byron Graves writes about high school basketball on the Ojibwe reservation
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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Unveiling the Worlds of TJ Klune: Magic, Identity, and Advocacy
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Nov 03, 2024 |
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Behind the Strips and Pages: Brian Anderson's Creative Process
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Oct 25, 2024 |
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The World of Dan Gutman: Stories that Entertain and Educate Kids
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Oct 12, 2024 |
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Pedro Martin: Celebrate Hispanic Awareness Month with this author of "Mexikid"
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Sep 28, 2024 |
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Marissa Moss: Empowering Young Minds Through Storytelling and Illustration
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Aug 20, 2024 |
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From Russia with Love: Annemarie O'Brien on Borzois and Writing
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Jul 08, 2024 |
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Navigating Writing and Publishing with Book Coach Julie Artz in Conversation with Elisabeth Paige
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Jun 14, 2024 |
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Nicole Chen: Picture Book and Middle Grade Taiwanese Author
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May 31, 2024 |
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NYT Best-Selling Graphic Novelist and Syndicated Cartoonist Maria Scrivan
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May 24, 2024 |
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Steven Salerno-Picture Book Illustrator and Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Apr 28, 2024 |
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Conversation with Rebecca Balcarcel--Award winning children's author
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Jerry Craft--#1 NYT Best Selling Author and Elisabeth Paige
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Mar 23, 2024 |
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Conversation with award-winning middle grade novelist and picture book author Rajani LaRocca
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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Interview with Audrey Clark: Yoga and mindfulness practitioner for children and adults
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Feb 17, 2024 |
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Dan Gemeinhart and Dr. Elisabeth Paige in Conversation
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Jan 19, 2024 |
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Chris Baron and Elisabeth Paige
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Dec 17, 2023 |
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Conversation with Young Adult Author: Kate McKinney
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Nov 11, 2023 |
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Conversation Between Elisabeth Paige and Maria Castellucci Moore: Children's Author
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Oct 16, 2023 |
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The Simple Petting Petitation
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Oct 01, 2023 |
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Interview with Lisa Fipps--Children's Book Author
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Sep 19, 2023 |
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Conversation with Kristin Hartness: Canines for Disabled Kids
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Jun 30, 2023 |
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Conversation with Robi Castaneda: Pianist and Violist
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Jun 20, 2023 |
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Conversation with Jessica Lanan: Illustrator and Author of Children's Books
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May 03, 2023 |
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The Gratitude Petitation
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Nov 17, 2022 |
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The Pet Scan Petitation™©
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Oct 17, 2022 |
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Conversation with Colleen Paeff: Author of "The Great Stink"
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Sep 29, 2022 |
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Conversation about Health with Steve Berg
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Sep 16, 2022 |
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The Petting Petitation with Dr. Elisabeth Paige
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Sep 10, 2022 |
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Interview with Jennifer Gennari: Children's Book Author
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Aug 17, 2022 |
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Interview JJ Austrian: Author
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Jul 31, 2022 |
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Interview with Georgia Heard: Poet and Teacher
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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Interview with Janet Wong: Lawyer Turned Children's Poet and Much More
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Jun 27, 2022 |
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Interview with Emma Dryden: Editor, Publishing Coach and Consultant Having Edited and Published Over 1000 Children's Books
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Jun 11, 2022 |
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Interview with Rana DiOrio: A Powerhouse
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May 26, 2022 |
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Interview with Robert Castillo: Storyboard Artist and Creator
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May 13, 2022 |
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Interview with Carolyn Marsden: Author of Multi-cultural Historical Fiction for Children
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Apr 24, 2022 |
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Interview with Eve Decker: Buddhist/Mindfulness Teacher of Adults and Children and Musician
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Apr 14, 2022 |
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Interview with Banni Bunting: Children's Author and Mindfulness in the Schools Developer
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Mar 16, 2022 |
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Interview with April Halprin Wayland: Children's Poet, Teacher, Political Activist and Animal Lover
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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Interview with Donna Sager Cowan
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Feb 22, 2022 |
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Interview with Gael Belden
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Feb 16, 2022 |
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Interview with Maleeha Siddiqui: Author of Barakah Beats
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Jan 19, 2022 |
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Interview with Susan Vollmer: French horn player and instructor
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? by Dr. Seuss
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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The Gratitude Petitation
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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Norman the Cat Learns to Look on the Bright Side
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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Pippi Learns to Be Kind to Herself and Others
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Oct 31, 2021 |
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The Petitation Companion Chapter Four: Equanimity or Balance
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Sep 04, 2021 |
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Carly the Cello Finds Her Forever Family
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Jul 17, 2021 |
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Interview with Hannah Kile: Song writer, singer and music teacher
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Mar 28, 2021 |
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The Walking Petitation from the Petitation Companion by Elisabeth Paige and Joanne Leslie
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Mar 06, 2021 |
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Interview with Lisa Kring, social worker, meditation teacher and compassion teacher
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Feb 06, 2021 |
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Interview with Corey Strange: Drummer and Visual Artist
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Dec 23, 2020 |
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Enjoy Hometown for the Holidays, a virtual night of music--Dec 12 7pm pst
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Dec 05, 2020 |
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The Gratitude Petitatation
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Nov 26, 2020 |
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Interview with Laya Sy
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Nov 21, 2020 |
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Norman the Cat Learns to Look on the Bright Side
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Nov 11, 2020 |
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Go Out and Vote and Natalie Hagwood on Cello
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Oct 31, 2020 |
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The Petitation Companion: The Wisdom Petitation
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Oct 23, 2020 |
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Interview with Serene Sy, Jacob and Danny's Mom
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Oct 01, 2020 |
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Interview with Jacob Sy: 16 year-old violinist, cellist, pianist and guitar player
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Sep 07, 2020 |
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Interview with 7-Year Old Danny--Cellist, Violinist, Pianist, and Guitar Player
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Aug 15, 2020 |
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Interview with Cellist Susan Lamb Cook
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Jul 21, 2020 |
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Interview with Giulia
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Jul 04, 2020 |
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Dr. Elisabeth Paige reads Pippi Learns to be Kind to Herself and Others
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Jun 28, 2020 |
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Interview with Sophie Kirby: Creator of a Video Series on Self-Compassion for Kids in Berlin
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Jun 14, 2020 |
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The Pet Scan: Short Form
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Jun 06, 2020 |
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The Petitation Companion: Introduction
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May 23, 2020 |
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The Happy Petitation: Otherwise Known as the Gratitude Petitation
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May 14, 2020 |
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Pippi the Puppy Learns About Mindfulness
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May 09, 2020 |
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Introduction and Basic Breathing Petitation (Pet-Centered Meditation)
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Apr 14, 2020 |