The Little Harmonies Podcast
The Early Childhood Music & Development podcast, where we explore how music can support the learning, growth and wellbeing of children aged 0-5. Discover practical tips, expert insights and inspiring stories to help children thrive through the power of music.
The Little Harmonies Podcast
Ep 7: The Secret to Building Fearlessness in Children | Part 2 - Practical Tools for Lifelong Confidence
What if everything you’ve been told about fear is just… a story?
In part two of this episode on building fearlessness in children, we take a closer look at how the narratives we hold as adults can influence the courage and confidence of the little ones we care for. If you missed part one, don’t worry—you can catch up here.
This week, we explore how rewriting your own limiting stories can inspire a fearless mindset in children. Whether it’s modelling resilience, embracing failure or fostering a growth mindset through music, this episode is full of practical wisdom for parents and educators alike.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
🌈 The surprising power of rewriting limiting stories as adults
🎵 Why music is a perfect playground for trial, error and triumph
💪 Simple strategies to model courage and nurture fearlessness in kids
Plus, watch the incredible video of babies interacting fearlessly with snakes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgsZQW7oIZM
Fearlessness is more than a trait—it’s a skill we can nurture. Let’s rediscover it in ourselves and inspire it in the children we love. 🎧 Tune in now!
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Further reading:
Music and Brain Plasticity - https://www.jneurosci.org/content/31/45/16344
Neuroplasticity in Early Musical Training -https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.689456/full
The Benefits of Early Musical Engagement -https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00869/full