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Like You is written and produced by Noah Glenn. The show’s artwork was illustrated by Mia Saine. Our social media feeds are managed by Noah and Lindsey Glenn.

This episode features additional music by IMAKEMADBEATS, featuring the Terence Clark Quartet.

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Hi everybody! Noah here. Since I launched Like You in January, we’ve shared dozens of weekly episodes. So I decided to spend a few weeks going back to revisit some favorites. Maybe you’ve heard these before, or maybe they will be new to you.

Brand new weekly episodes of the podcast will resume starting September 29th. Until then, if you’re itching for new Like You content, consider joining us on Patreon, for some behind the scenes content and a new mini project I’m working on. You can sign pat patreon.com/likeyoupodcast.

For now, settle in, get comfy, and enjoy this encore episode starting… now.Lilly: Hi my name is Lilly. I’m 6 years old. I’m from Minnesota. This is what I like about your podcast: I like that it calms me down and you do great stuff to calm me down.

Noah: Hello! My name is Noah, and this is Like You, a mindfulness podcast for kids. Welcome! I’m very glad you’re listening. I want to say thank you to Lilly for the message that opened our show! Thanks Lilly. It was wonderful to hear your voice. If any other kids would like to send a message, ask a grownup to record a voice memo and email it to us at likeyoupod@gmail.com. Grownups, you can also help me keep making new episodes by becoming a supporter at patreon.com/likeyoupodcast. Our show is listener supported, and starting at less than a dollar per episode, you can become a patron and get early access to episodes, downloads of songs for the podcast, and other perks and surprises. Visit us on Patreon to learn more. 

Today we’re going to talk about worry. Then we will blow some bubbles and pop them. Right now, find a place to listen where you feel comfortable and safe and get ready to listen. Remember when I ask you questions, or tell you to repeat something, you can speak out loud, or just think it quietly in your head.

Have you ever blown bubbles before? You know the kind of bubbles where you blow on the wand and clear shiny bubbles float in the breeze all around you? We’re going to imagine doing that on today’s podcast. So let’s start by getting our breath warmed up. Take a deep breath in 123, and blow out 123. When you’re blowing bubbles, you have to blow very gently. If you blow too hard the bubbles will pop before they even have a chance to float. So let’s practice blowing gently and softly. Deep breath in 123. Now gently, blow out. Good. Let’s try it again. Deep breath in 123, and blow gently. I think you’ve got the hang of it! We’re nearly ready to start blowing bubbles now, but first we’re going to count to 3 and say “I like me.” Here we go. 1, 2, 3 “I like me!”

Ok, now let’s pretend to blow a practice bubble. Close your eyes. Imagine you are holding a bubble wand. It is long and thin, with a circle at the end. Raise the circle up in front of your mouth. Now make a circle with your lips and gently blow. Now imagine you are watching the bubble you just blew as it floats gently down and lands on a flower.  We’ll blow a few more bubbles in just a moment, but first I want to talk about worry. You can open your eyes if you want. Or keep them closed if you like to listen that way.

Do you ever feel worried? Do you know what that means? A worry is when you think about something bad that might happen. It might make you feel scared. You might even feel like your stomach is tied in knots. Everybody feels worried sometimes. Grownups, kids, friends and neighbors.

We often worry about what might happen, but a worry does not mean that thing will actually happen. A worry is just a thought in your mind. It is a story you are telling to yourself. And you can change that story.

When you feel worried about something, it helps to tell someone about your worry. Sometimes just saying a worry out loud makes it feel less scary. If you want you can tell me something you worry about. What do you worry about?

Thank you for sharing that worry with me. We all worry about things sometimes. After this podcast is over you can talk to a grownup who you love and trust about your worry. You can also practice sending your worries away.

Right now, we’re going to imagine that our worries are bubbles that we can pop. So first we’re going to blow some more bubbles.

Close your eyes again. Imagine you are standing in a big field of grass. The sun feels warm on your back, there is a gentle breeze blowing,  and you can see wildflowers swaying with the wind. Now raise your bubble wand up in front of your mouth. Make a circle with your lips and gently blow. Now imagine you are watching the bubble float in the air in front of you. We’re going to pretend that the bubble is a worry. So point one finger, reach your hand out, and pop the bubble. And now it is gone. It’s fun to pop a bubble.

Now we’re going to blow lots of bubbles. Raise your bubble want and blow a long breath. Imagine that lots and lots of bubbles are floating all around you. Each bubble is a worry. Now reach out and start popping bubbles. Pop! Pop! Pop! Now while you listen to this song, I want you to keep blowing bubbles and popping your worries away.

It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright to worry
Everybody feels this way sometimes
You have the power to change your own story
Tell someone you love what’s on your mind
Take a deep breath, let it all out
Blow it away on a breeze
Take a deep breath, let it all out
Until you are feeling at ease

Next time you feel worried, imagine you are blowing bubbles and popping them. You can also tell a grownup how you are feeling.

Right now, let’s say some affirmations. Remember, affirmations are short sentences that help you feel good about yourself. you can say these out loud or in your own head. Repeat after me:

I like me *

I am an amazing person.

The world needs someone like me.

It’s ok to make mistakes. *

I have courage and confidence *

Now smile, and take a few slow, deep breathes as we wind down our time together.

I can’t wait to spend some time together again soon! On the next podcast, we’re going to play a simple game called Three Things. It’s an easy game you can play in your own head any time. Until next time, I like you, I’m proud of you, and I’m glad we are friends. Have a happy and peaceful day.

Like You is written and produced by me, Noah Glenn. I also composed and performed the Like You theme music. The podcast artwork was illustrated by Mia Saine. This episode features additional music by IMAKEMADBEATS, featuring the Terence Clark Quartet. We love hearing from all of our friends who listen to the show. If you want to write us a note, draw us a picture, or send us your voice to include in the show, have a grown-up email us at likeyoupod@gmail.com. To all the grown-ups listening, I want to tell you about a great way to support the podcast by becoming a patron at patreon.com/likeyoupodcast. When you join our Patreon community, you’ll get early access to every episode, bonus content like downloads of original songs, occasional peeks behind the scenes, and additional benefits, depending on what level of support you choose. Our podcast is listener supported so our patrons truly help make this show happen. It starts at as little as 3 dollars a month, which is less than a dollar per episode. If you’re unable to offer your financial support, you can still show us some love by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts, and by telling your friends about the show. Learn more about us on our website, likeyoupodcast.com and be sure to follow us on instagram, Facebook, and twitter @likeyoupod. Thanks for listening!