1KHO 60: We Have Forgotten How to Have an Ordinary Time | Pam Lobley, Why Can't We Just Play | The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, S3 E33

I laughed and snorted and cried and reflected through the entirely of Pam Lobley's book, Why Can't We Just Play - What I did When I Realized My Kids Were Too Busy This podcast episode has it all. We walk through all the familiar feelings of motherhood and parenting - lonliness, hollowness, fear, pressure, competitiveness, guilt, nervousness but above all love.  Pam reminds us, in a comical way that I've rarlely seen in parenting books, that we don't get these years back. Eras end.  So how can we step off the engine train of activities? How can we follow a clear vision for our family? How can we lower expecations in a good way and remind ourselves that the overwhelm and exhaustion we feel is very normal? I recommend Pam's book beyond reservation.  Through August 1st, 2022 you can get a copy through Pam's editor for 40% off with the code "PLAY." Check it out here: https://www.familius.com/book/why-cant-we-just-play-2/ And follow Pam on Instagram for news about an online book she'll be running in the future. https://www.instagram.com/pamlobley/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Childhood is finite at just shy of 9.5 million minutes. We only get one shot at it. One of the biggest decisions we make is how we will use that time. Research has confirmed time and time again that what children are naturally and unabashedly drawn to, unrestricted outside play, contributes extensively to every area of childhood development. The importance here cannot be understated. Every year we aim to match nature time with the average amount of American kid screen time (which is currently 1200 hours per year). Have a goal. Track your time outside. Take back childhood. Inspire others.