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How To Not Die in the Wilderness
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Episode Description:
In this episode of Sendy Mom, I sit down with the incredible Rikki Riggs—a seeker, wanderer, and passionate advocate for truth, nature, and human potential. Rikki has lived a life filled with exploration, risk-taking, and deep connection, and she shares her wisdom on how we can foster those same qualities in ourselves and our children.
We dive into the importance of imaginative play in childhood development, the power of wilderness therapy, and why stepping outside our comfort zones is key to personal growth. Rikki also shares insights on parenting with intention, encouraging children’s unique talents, and embracing novelty and adventure as a path to happiness and freedom including when to take your children’s education into your own hands with homeschooling.
Whether you're looking for inspiration to change your path, strengthen your connection to nature, or cultivate independence and critical thinking in your kids, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace life’s unknowns.
Join us for this heartfelt and thought-provoking discussion—you won’t want to miss it!
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Meet my Guest:
Rikki Riggs is a wanderer. She is a deep seeker of truth and shares her passion for the earth and for people. She lives life to the fullest and touches everyone around her in profound ways. I am grateful to have her for a friend. She has done many things in her life that you will hear about today. Through all of her wanderings, she maintains a strong desire to lift others and inspire them to be greater. As a mother of 4 girls, she has taught them to be strong women who contribute to the world in unique and startling ways. She has a light that you will not be able to resist.
What you’ll Hear:
♛ Takeaways
♛ Imaginative play is crucial for children's development.
♛ Encouraging risk-taking can lead to personal growth.
♛ Wilderness therapy programs can provide transformative experiences.
♛ Nature fosters a deep connection to oneself and spirituality.
♛ Parenting should focus on enabling children's unique talents.
♛ Novelty in life contributes to happiness and freedom.
♛ Family expectations can create pressure on individual choices.
♛ Exploration and adventure are essential for a fulfilling life.
♛ Critical thinking skills are vital for children's independence.
♛ It's never too late to change one's path in life.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
03:06 Imaginative Play and Parenting
05:02 Growing Up and Family Dynamics
06:41 Pursuing Passions and Overcoming Fear
09:29 Anasazi: A Wilderness Therapy Program
12:03 The Impact of Wilderness Therapy
14:07 The Importance of Change and Growth
16:43 Rebellion and Independence
19:09 Breaking Family Expectations
20:26 Generational Perspectives on Parenting
25:14 The Adventure of Exploration
29:43 Curiosity and Connection in Parenting
32:43 Connection to Nature
33:35 Education Outside the Classroom
40:24 The Power of This Moment
41:14 Unschooling Goals and Lessons
44:27 Rapid Fire Questions
47:04 Survival and Spiritual Guidance
49:30 What to Do When You're Lost in the Wilderness for Survival
58:03 Finding Vortex's in the Wilderness
01:03:46 Finding Her Way Out of the Wilderness
Mentioned in the Show:
Fostering Growth, Creativity, and Courage
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
Radical Acceptance with Miriam
Natural Healing Roots: Lessons from a Sendy Mom
100 Ways to Build Self-Esteem & Teach Values by Diana Loomans (c) 2004 New World Library
If I had my life to live over
Sendy Spotlight:
Elizabeth Cady Stanton (1815-1902)
https://elizabethcadystanton.org/mrs-stanton/life-times/
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