For my first Skype experience, I couldn’t have asked for a better companion than Carrie Contey. Carrie hosted an online conference focused on the theme of “Parenting Now.” While our interview centered on my book Little Big Minds: Sharing Philosophy with Kids, perennial topics from other books emerged as well. I invite you to listen or view our conversation. Being mindful of the swirl of busyness and stopping it…learning to concentrate and listen so that good conversation can happen…talking about key ideas that will serve children (and adults) well as building blocks for good living...expressing appreciation for life’s abundant simple pleasures...growing in gratitude…valuing the give-and-take of genuine communication—just a sampling of our lively, spontaneous dialogue.

I also invite your thoughts to continue the conversation. Enjoy a conversation "Now," fully present, without distraction or time constraint or destination. I recall mine with Carrie so well, adding to it mentally, pondering her questions. Now!