Rediscovering Wonder with Brad Montague

When we learn how to approach the world with the curiosity and wonder of a child, our lives start to change. In this episode, Brad Montague joins Harris III to talk about the lessons he’s learned from years of working with children. Brad is a New York Times Bestselling author, creative consultant, and director of Kid President, and he has so many powerful insights to share about rediscovering the wonder and wisdom of a child!

Episode Recap:

• This week we’re sitting down for a conversation with Brad Montague (1:57)
• What’s your earliest memory of experiencing awe and wonder? (7:07)
• So many of us have become uncomfortable with mystery (10:06)
• How do we get more comfortable with things outside of our control? (15:34)
• Kids often know secrets about the universe that we can learn from (22:37)
• Kids understand and long for community (28:04)
• What are the things that wound our wonder? (33:03)
• What does it mean to “be who we needed when we were younger?” (39:24)
• Where to learn more from Brad’s work (42:05)
• Join us next week to learn about integrating these insights into our lives (45:47)

Links and Resources:

Harris III’s Website

Brad Montague’s website

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