Get all the links we talked about here: https://kidscookrealfood.com/tapping-into-creativity/I interview a LOT of different people in a myriad of professions, but Ive never come close to having a woodworker on the show before!What would we talk about - how to build things? That wont go well on a podcast in someones ear I thought.Do not worry my friends, because Anika and I are both moms, so we dig into woodworking as an analogy for parenting and life skills, and I know youll be inspired to make time for a creative pursuit after this!We talk about:* How Anika went from being an engineer and scientist to breaking boundaries as a female woodworker on YouTube* Why the best way to get started with woodworking isjust to get started :)* How her engineering background helped Anika be a better woodworker and the MYTH of right-brained/left-brained work* The incredibly valuable life skills kids (and adults) learn while building projects - problem-solving and patience are biggies but wait until you hear the most important skill!* The two tools youll need to buy to get started - a very low barrier to entry!!* All about confidence, failure, and great parenting* Why Anika sees failure as an opportunity* The importance of carving out time for creative hobbies as parents (and modeling all sorts of skills for our kids)Lets grab a power drill and get building!Visit the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse and see how we teach children confidence in the kitchen: https://kidscookrealfood.comFind all the Kids Cook Real Food Healthy Parenting Connector videos at https://youtu.be/GVRq0m-Ehe4
