In this joyful episode of Live Happy Now, host Paula Felps sits down with bestselling author, musician, and kids’ mindfulness expert Kira Willey to explore how parents can transform everyday chaos into meaningful moments of connection. Drawing from her new book The Joyful Child, Kira shares simple, playful practices that help families navigate transitions, reduce stress, and build stronger bonds — without adding more to the to‑do list.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to turn stressful daily transitions into joyful, cooperative moments.
- Why children struggle with structure — and how movement, music, and imagination help them thrive.
- Simple one‑minute practices that calm your child’s nervous system (and yours).
Visit Kira’s website.
Discover her book, The Joyful Child.
Watch Kira’s TED Talk.
Download free printable worksheets from The Joyful Child.
Follow along with the transcript.
Follow Kira on social media at @kirawilley
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