Kindness Is… Podcast: Kindness is Building Bridges Through Stories with Nadine Fonseca
"Kindness is work…. Sometimes that looks like advocacy, sometimes that looks like just opening a door. It can be simple, it can be complex, but it's always work, it takes effort.
The more work that I put into this type of kindness, the more I'm determined to keep going. It just builds that momentum."
In this episode of the Kindness Is Podcast, your host Kaitlin sits down for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with her friend Nadine Fonseca. Get ready to be uplifted and motivated as they discuss all things kindness, advocacy, and the power of storytelling.
Nadine Fonseca, the founder of Mightykind, an educational multimedia company, joins Kaitlin to share her incredible journey. As a neurodivergent biracial Latina and a proud member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Nadine has dedicated her life to building a brighter, kinder, and more inclusive future for young readers. They dive into Nadine's mission, the importance of representation, and the role of kindness in her work.
Nadine explains how Mightykind evolved, how they brought together voices from around the world, and how the magazine's content continues to inspire meaningful conversations. Nadine also shares her debut children's picture book, "Only a Trenza Away." She delves into the inspiration behind the book and the significance of cultural traditions in shaping our identities.
Nadine's insights and experiences shed light on how to approach and honor cultural diversity with authenticity and sensitivity. Ultimately, the episode leaves listeners with a profound understanding of how kindness is not just a passive sentiment, but a deliberate and active commitment to positive change.
Nadine's dedication to advocacy, representation, and storytelling serves as a powerful reminder that small acts of kindness and intentional efforts can create a lasting impact on our world.Tune in to this enriching episode to discover the transformative power of kindness and how it can shape our lives, communities, and the future we envision.
