Episode 64

Different Perspectives

When Arnie has a lot of fun at his friend’s birthday party, he has a hard time understanding why his cousin Sheila had a terrible time. Sami explains how we can view things from another’s perspective. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Viewing things from another’s perspective
• Demonstrating empathy and compassion
• Showing concern for the feelings of others

May 9, 2022, 7:00:00 AM

Episode 61

Planting Seeds of Positivity

Arnie has set some goals for himself but is having a difficult time staying positive about them. Sami explains how the thoughts we plant are the ones that are going to grow. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Having a growth mindset
• Growing one’s confidence and sense of purpose
• Showing the courage to take initiative

April 18, 2022, 7:00:00 AM

Episode 63

Writing Your Own Story

Professor Circuit is feeling down about his latest invention and tells Sami he doesn’t think he’s good enough to complete it. Sami shows him how we are the authors of our own story. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Establishing one’s own identity
• Linking feelings and thoughts
• Experiencing self-efficacy/confidence
• Growing one’s confidence and sense of purpose

May 2, 2022, 7:00:00 AM

Episode 60

Creative Expression

Arnie and Sami are transported to a digital world, where Arnie shows Sami the game he built, and explains how he uses his power of expression and creativity to bring happiness to himself and others. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Understanding one’s own emotions
• Establishing one’s own identity
• Linking feelings and thoughts
• Developing interests

April 4, 2022, 7:00:00 AM

Episode 62

Finding Your Trusted Adults

A letter comes in from a viewer asking how they can identify an adult they can trust to talk to. Sami gives some tips for how to build a Circle of Trust with people you can rely on. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Identifying solutions for personal and social problems
• Learning to make a reasoned judgment after analyzing information
• Understanding one’s own emotions

April 25, 2022, 7:00:00 AM

Episode 59

Great Power, Great Responsibility

A letter comes in from a 4th grade class about hurtful words, and Sami explains how our voices give us great power, but with that power comes great responsibility. Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

SEL Components

• Viewing things from another’s perspective
• Demonstrating empathy and compassion
• Modeling kindness
• Developing positive relationships

March 28, 2022, 7:00:00 AM