Raising the Nation: Building a Better Future Through Child-Centred Policies with Paul Lindley
In this episode of the Treasure Time podcast, Sophia had the pleasure of speaking with Paul Lindley, founder of Ella's Kitchen and author of the new book "Raising the Nation: How to Build a Better Future for Our Children (and Everyone Else)". Our discussion covered key insights and ideas from different chapters and aspects of childhood featured in Paul's research for the book. We talked about the importance of the early years and attachment, digital literacy, giving children a voice, healthcare, and of course, the power of play. Paul shared how we can empower parents, strengthen communities, and create government policies that actually support child wellbeing rather than overlook them. A central theme was the need to put relationships at the heart of what we do - our relationship with self, the parent-child relationship, our relationship with the environment and community. These relationships are the foundation for human potential and thriving societies. The book and our discussion aimed to reframe success measures for communities and unlock that potential through child-centered policies. You can find out more about "Raising the Nation" and read supplemental essays on the website raisingthenation.co.uk. The book is available both online and in bookstores. If you enjoyed this episode and you're a parent interested in nurturing your child's wellbeing through play, I encourage you to check out my digital course Treasure Time at treasuretime.co.uk. You'll get instructional videos and engaging play dates to build a stronger relationship with your child. Use the code PODCAST for an extra 10% off. I hope you found a lot of value in my discussion with Paul. If you enjoyed the podcast episode, I would greatly appreciate you leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and sharing it with any parents who may be interested in learning about the power of play. Your reviews help us reach more listeners. Thank you for listening!