Stephanie Malia Krauss returns to the Getting Smart Podcast for a conversation with Tom Vander Ark about her new book, How We Thrive: Caring for Kids and Ourselves in a Changing World. Together they explore why so many adults and young people feel overwhelmed and depleted—and what it looks like to "rehumanize" school and home by protecting the essentials that help humans thrive. The discussion walks through body, mind, heart, and spirit essentials—from food, sleep, movement, and nervous system regulation to play, wonder, flow, connection, belonging, and contribution—offering practical, research-backed insights for educators, leaders, and parents navigating modern life.

Outline

(00:00) Introduction
(02:02) The Journey Through Three Books
(11:30) Body Essentials: Food, Sleep & Movement
(21:38) Mind Essentials: Play, Wonder & Flow
(29:32) Heart Essentials: Connection, Love & Belonging
(35:18) Spirit Essentials: Celebration & Contribution

Links

How Do We Thrive and Rehumanize School for Kids and Adults? | Stephanie Malia Krauss