Fostering Compassion

In this episode focused on Poverty Awareness Month, Tibby discusses insights from Matthew Desmond's book "Poverty by America," highlighting the cyclical challenges people who live in poverty face. The episode emphasizes the need for a shift in societal perspectives, challenging the misconception that poor individuals aren't paying their fair share. Tibby delves into the causes of poverty, such as housing shortag...

In this engaging episode, Tibby takes you on a journey to discover the perfect volunteer opportunity that aligns with your values and interests. From sharing personal experiences with CASA to providing practical tips on choosing a cause that resonates, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of the impact of volunteer work. Learn how to draw inspiration from current events, align your efforts with personal values, and even explore ...

In this episode,  Tibby discusses her personal experience and thoughts on the foster care system. She highlights the shortage of foster homes, unsuitable living conditions in some foster homes, and the issue of children sleeping in government offices and hotels. She also addresses the failure of the foster care system, inadequate treatment and mental health care for foster youth, and the challenges they face. She explores the reaso...

Host Tibby Starks interviews guest Sarah Buffie, MSW, LSW of Soul Bird Consulting to discuss her five core convictions that have completely changed how she approaches relationships. These convictions include the understanding that trauma is stored in the body, regulation is a practice, perceived and real threat feel the same in the body, trauma symptoms are survival strategies, and healing happens in relationship.

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December 10th marks the 75th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights. In this episode, host Tibby Starks interviews DEI, policy expert, and Master of Human Rights Dalveer Hargobind Kaur about her life and work. Together, they challenge us to leverage kindness, compassion and hope to make a difference for others in our communities. 

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Welcome to the first episode of Fostering Compassion! If you're looking for a podcast that bridges the gap between “sending thoughts and prayers” to actually providing support that people need, you've found the right one! 

In this episode, host Tibby Starks shares what sparked her interest in Compassionate Advocacy, what the mission of this podcast is, and a few tips on how to strengthen your compassion skills so that you ...

Hey ya'll, welcome back to Fostering Compassion! Did you know Homeless Youth Awareness Month is just wrapping up? In this episode, host Tibby Starks shines a light on this issue while dispelling a few myths about homelessness. She also sits down with JT Szabo, the Associate Director of Development & Communication of Daybreak Dayton, to talk about what the organization does now and what it aims to do in the future to aid th...

Fostering Compassion is a radically compassionate show that inspires a community of listeners to practice daily compassion. We challenge ourselves to grow awareness in an effort to make a positive impact on our communities and create a more humane world. Join host Tibby Starks to discuss how outside forces impact people and communities, explore the bigger picture, and find practical ways to take action.

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