What’s the difference between a meteoroid, meteor, and meteorite? Find out in our latest relaxation story where we match each to a yoga pose and breathing exercise. Feed your brain while you relax! Space information from today’s episode can be found at these sites: Meteors & Meteorites: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/asteroids-comets-and-meteors/meteors-and-meteorites/in-depth/ Asteroid or Meteor: What's the Difference?: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/asteroid-or-meteor/en/ What is an Asteroid Be...
Mar 18, 2019•16 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Today we learn about the importance of folding laundry! ;) We also talk about why it’s important to get a good night’s sleep! Here’s Commander Chris Hadfield explaining how astronauts sleep on the International Space Station where there’s no gravity! https://youtu.be/UyFYgeE32f0 An TIME article on REM sleep and the importance of dreaming: http://time.com/4970767/rem-sleep-dreams-health/ We also got some information here: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Understandi...
Mar 04, 2019•19 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Today we are going to use just one thing…our imaginations! No movement involved. So it’s perfect if you’re on a road trip (drivers, you can listen to it once you reach your destination!), getting ready for bed, or…anywhere you want to relax and find your calm! We’re going to get relaxed by paying attention to the 3 B’s: Brain, Body, Breath. Sit back, get ready to relax with this mini mindfulness relaxation story! This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new fea...
Feb 18, 2019•10 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Today’s episode is dedicated to Peace Out listeners Kayden (6) and Ethan (3)! Kayden and Ethan love superheroes and today we are going to be talking about something that superheroes do…I wonder if you can figure out what it is…? This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, happy, or calm space is, please send in a recording of them, picture, or message to peaceout@bedtime.fm or on ...
Feb 04, 2019•15 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Sometimes we may feel like we’re in a black hole, where light, happiness, and hope have disappeared. We talk about some ways to calm, cheer, and comfort ourselves, and also encourage anyone who experiences BIG feelings of sadness that are too heavy to carry on their own to reach out to a trust grown up If you don't feel like you can talk to someone you know, you can use one of these free services:Canada, call Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 for support 24/7 or text CONNECT to 686868.UK, call C...
Jan 21, 2019•15 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, happy, or calm space is, please send in a recording of them, picture, or message to peaceout@bedtime.fm or on our Facebook page @bedtimefm or Twitter @peaceoutpodcast . We’d love to hear what makes them feel this way and why and we’ll share it on a future episode or on our social media! Constellations: Frequently Asked Questions http://w...
Jan 07, 2019•16 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This is our last episode before our winter break! We’ll be back in early January. The Northern Lights are a magical light show in the sky brought to us by Mother Nature! But what are they exactly, and why do they appear? Today we are going to explore the science and the stories behind the Aurora Borealis while we breathe and stretch. This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, hap...
Dec 17, 2018•14 min•Season 3Ep. 6
"This is what we really hoped and imagined in our mind's eye," - NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory Rob Manning. NASA’s Mars Insight lander reached Mars last week but work on this started a long time ago when humans imagined themselves reaching another planet. This relaxation story has three breathing exercises and we talk about how it’s important to try new things and to get up and try again when things don’t work out. This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a ne...
Dec 03, 2018•15 min•Season 3Ep. 5
We’re heading to Neptune today! Today we are focused on standing strong and standing up for ourselves, all while learning a little about the planet Neptune! There are three different relaxation exercises in this story that you can do at home or in the classroom. This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, happy, or calm space is, please send in a recording of them, picture, or mes...
Nov 05, 2018•14 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Check out Chanel’s yoga teacher training fundraiser and get a special Peace Out story with personalized greeting! https://www.gofundme.com/peace-out-yoga-teacher-training/ This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, happy, or calm space is, please send in a recording of them, picture, or message to peaceout@bedtime.fm or on our Facebook page @bedtimefm or Twitter @peaceoutpodcast ...
Oct 22, 2018•14 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Check out Chanel’s yoga teacher training fundraiser and get a special Peace Out story with personalized greeting! https://www.gofundme.com/peace-out-yoga-teacher-training/ We’re off to Pluto! Once one of the nine planets of our Solar System, Pluto is now considered a dwarf planet…and still an interesting one that we’ll explore with some breathing and gentle movement exercises. One of our exercises is a fun one that involves spinning, so make sure you have cleared the floor area and have enough s...
Oct 08, 2018•14 min•Season 3Ep. 2
And just like that, we’re back. Thank you for your patience as we take a little break to rest and get ready for this new season of Peace Out! This season we’re heading out to space, and with that, we are introducing a new feature: SafeSPACE. If your child would like to share where/who/what their safe, happy, or calm space is, please send in a recording of them, picture, or message to peaceout@bedtime.fm or on our Facebook page @ bedtimefm or Twitter @peaceoutpodcast. We’d love to hear what makes...
Sep 24, 2018•16 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Peace Out season 3 is almost ready. As a huge thank you to all of you, we made our new intro with the help of a few listeners. We didnt have SPACE 🚀 to fit everyone in but we hope you like it. I hope you're as excited as I am. Love you to the MOON 🌖 and back. Peace out and Peace within. Chanel 💜 Why not listen to more of Peace Out from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to hello@bedtime.fm , or follow us on Facebook or Twitter...
Sep 21, 2018•17 sec
Peace Out is going on summer break! I’m taking the summer off to spend time with my daughters and also start a new job…at a university research lab that studies the social and emotional development of children! Pretty perfect, right? On behalf of the Bedtime FM team—that’s Rob, Jess, Amy, Kellie, and me— I want to thank you for listening, leaving us reviews on iTunes, and sending us messages and photos of you listening to Peace Out. If you haven’t had a chance, please leave us a review on iTunes...
Jun 25, 2018•15 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Peace Out podcast is going on summer break soon! After today’s episode we have one more until we’re back in September 2018. Subscribe to Peace out on Apple Podcasts or where you listen to podcasts so you don’t miss us when we get back! Special thanks to our friends Andrew and Polly of EarSnacks for their contribution to today’s episode. EarSnacks is an amazing and unique podcast full of music, science, art and culture in a fun-filled podcast for the whole family! Check them out on iTunes or at e...
Jun 11, 2018•12 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Kaala and Chuff have finally reached the top of the mountain! They’re about to find the treasure! But there are some surprises along the way…and more surprises to come as we wind down Season 2 of Peace Out! The second half of today’s episode does not have much movement so be prepared to get really comfortable while you listen during that part of our relaxation story! Enjoy! So many questions…but guess what, Kaala and Chuff’s adventure is not done yet! We have two more episdoes of Season 2 left, ...
May 28, 2018•17 min•Season 2Ep. 17
What can you do when someone is annoying or bothering you? Today we talk about three things you can do if this happens. 1. Tell them to stop. 2. Ignore them or walk away if you can. 3. Ask a grown-up that you trust for help. Why not listen to more of Peace Out from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to hello@bedtime.fm , or follow us on Facebook or Twitter...
May 14, 2018•11 min•Season 2Ep. 16
It’s hopeless! I’m never gonna get it! We’re never going to get there! I can’t do this! Does that sound familiar? Feeling like something is impossible to do is frustrating and upsetting for us, and even more so for children who are still developing the tools to deal with these feelings of hopelessness. Today we talk about those feelings and what we can do to work on them. If you’d like to share what goals you’re working on with us, please email us at peaceout@bedtime.fm or find us on Twitter @pe...
Apr 27, 2018•14 min•Season 2Ep. 15
At the highest altitude, For centuries lay a multitude Of treasures beyond all imagination That will one day save the our humble nation. Riches that will only be unburied By one who is pure of heart and deed Who will pass through fire, water, air, and earth And defeat monsters to prove their worth. The fortune you seek to win Is unlocked by power from within. In this episode, we talk about helping others. Our main characters are Kaala, a red panda, and Chuff, a snow leopard. Red pandas are an en...
Apr 09, 2018•11 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Zzzzz…Kaala and Chuff are very sleepy after a long swim and journey to meet another group of red pandas. As they rest and dream, we’ll do the same with some new breathing and gentle movement exercises. We end this relaxation story with a little lullaby, so this is a good one to listen to before bedtime! Resources The evening is coming, the sun sinks to rest,The crows are all flying straight home to their nest.“Caw” says the crow as she flies over head,“It's time little people were going to bed” ...
Mar 26, 2018•9 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Today we talk about being happy! 😄 Kaala the red panda and Chuff the snow leopard have met someone special…find out who in this relaxation story as we talk about the feeling of happiness! If our stories make YOU happy, we’d be very grateful if you’d consider making a donation to Bedtime FM . Go to bedtime.fm/support for more details or to donate. Our entire team is made up of parent volunteers so any donation you make will help keep the lights – and the mics— on! Questions What makes you happy?...
Mar 12, 2018•10 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Feeling sad doesn’t feel good…but did you know that sadness can help us sometimes? We explore the feeling of sadness in this relaxation story with Kaala the red panda and Chuff the snow leopard. Check out the sources we used for more information on feeling sad and how to help your children cope with that. Questions: When was the last time you felt sad? What made you feel sad? Why?What helps you feel better when you’re feeling sad? Can you name at least three things you can do? Can you think of a...
Feb 12, 2018•10 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Jealousy is a hard emotion to deal with or even admit to being. It brings out negative feelings that make us feel bad about ourselves. Kaala is feeling jealous of Chuff in today’s story and has to deal with those feelings. Find out what she does and how you can get over the feeling of jealousy too. Check out the links below for more resources on jealousy including sibling jealousy. A relaxation story for children ages 5–13 years old. Questions Do you have a brother or sister? Have you ever felt ...
Jan 29, 2018•10 min•Season 2Ep. 10
What are you afraid of? Everyone is afraid of something, so what can we do to face our fears? Kaala has to face her fear of the dark today. Check out peaceoutpodcast.com for more questions and links to helpful resources after your listen! Questions 1. (Naming the fear) What is something that you are secretly (or not-so-secretly) afraid of? 2. (Understanding the fear by breaking it down into smaller pieces) Think of at least two reasons why you find that scary. What are some things you can do to ...
Jan 15, 2018•12 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This is our first episode written especially for grown-ups! You’re busy but it’s so important to take some time for yourself to rest and recharge so that you can go back and give your best to your family, work, and all the other things that are happening. Written so that it can be listened on the go (in the car, on the bus), before you go to sleep, or anytime in between! Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting us @PeaceOutPodcast, messaging us on Facebook @BedtimeFM , or emailing ...
Jan 01, 2018•7 min•Season 2Ep. 8
We take a short break from the main Peace Out story to bring you a mini mindfulness story. In this mini episode, we are pirates ☠️ out on the open sea and it's about to rain. ⛈ This mindfulness story is suitable for children ages 5-12 years old. Peace out, and peace within. "Odyssey" and "Light Awash" Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Why not listen to more of Peace Out from Bedtime FM Drop us an email to hello@bedtime.f...
Dec 19, 2017•6 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Thanks for joining us. Last time, Kaala the red panda, who is out in the mountains, looking for an ancient treasure, met a new friend—a vegetarian snow leopard named Chuff! Today we’ll hear more about Chuff and also talk about H.A.L.T. I wonder what that stands for? Questions When is a good time for you to “press pause” for just a minute to do the Calm Down Countdown or just be quiet and still? Give it a try today and then repeat it tomorrow and the next day.Do you remember what H.A.L.T. stands ...
Dec 04, 2017•14 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Kaala’s making her way up the mountains, in search of an ancient hidden treasure. But something’s happened—someone’s been following her! Today we talk about shyness and introverts. If you’ve been enjoying Peace Out, please consider making a donation to keep our podcast ad-free! Go to bedtime.fm/support for more details. Thank you! Questions When do you feel shy (meeting new people, first day of school, at a party, etc.)?Think of something that someone has done to make you feel less shy.Who’s you...
Nov 20, 2017•16 min•Season 2Ep. 5
After working through her indecision, Kaala the red panda has decided to go out to look for the ancient hidden treasure in the Himalayan Mountains! She’ll be the first red panda to venture off that far and will have to figure out how she’s going to find the energy and the courage to do it. This week Kaala is making plans to go, but is starting to worry and feel anxious about the huge journey ahead. When was the last time you felt worried about something? Everyone worries and feels anxious someti...
Nov 06, 2017•14 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Decisions, decisions! Why is it so difficult to make a choice sometimes? In this relaxation story we explore the feeling of indecision and talk about ways to make the decision-making process easier for kids as we do gentle breathing and movement exercises. A relaxation story for children ages 5 – 12 Questions: What is a big decision that you had to make recently? How did you come to that decision? If you’re having trouble making a decision, can you think of at least one grown up that you trust t...
Oct 23, 2017•18 min•Season 2Ep. 3
