Episode Title: Brokenness: A Midweek Pause for Peace with L.R. Knost
Episode Description: In this week's Midweek Pause for Peace, Laura Davis shares a quote from author and children's advocate L.R. Knost. Laura pairs the reflection with peaceful imagery in her signature style, offering listeners a moment to consider how brokenness, both personal and global, can hold its own kind of beauty. This episode invites listeners to meet fragility with intention rather than despair.
What Laura Covers in This Episode:
· Laura introduces author L.R. Knost and the quote at the center of this week's reflection
· Laura reflects on finding beauty in what feels fragile, both in the world and within ourselves
· Laura explores the idea that brokenness can be mended not by time alone, but through deliberate acts of love
· Laura offers listeners a grounded, imagery-paired pause for the heart and nervous system
About Host Laura Davis
Laura Davis is an acclaimed author and writing teacher with over 35 years of experience helping writers craft powerful, authentic stories. She is the author of seven books, including the award-winning memoir "The Burning Light of Two Stars," which won the BookLife Prize in 2021. Laura is also co-author of the groundbreaking book "The Courage to Heal."
Through her Midweek Pause for Peace podcast series, Laura pairs carefully selected poetry with peaceful imagery to support listeners' emotional wellness and nervous system regulation.
Each week, host Laura Davis pairs beautiful imagery with meaningful poetry, offering listeners a respite for both heart and nervous system. These midweek pauses provide essential moments of reflection, healing, and inspiration in our complex world.
Perfect for: Anyone seeking Laura Davis' signature blend of poetry and peace, those managing stress and anxiety, and listeners who appreciate thoughtful, heart-centered content.
About the Featured Author
L.R. Knost is an award-winning American author, children's rights advocate, and founder and director of Little Hearts/Gentle Parenting Resources, where she also serves as Editor-in-Chief of Holistic Parenting Magazine. Best known for her books on gentle parenting, including "Two Thousand Kisses a Day" and "The Gentle Parent," her writing and quotes have been cited internationally, including in an address to the South African Parliament on children's rights. She lives in Florida.
Learn more about L.R. Knost and her work at: http://www.littleheartsbooks.com
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