Hand To Sky Podcast

May I Pop-Up? | Experiment 010

In this episode of Hand to Sky, we’re catching up on all the exciting things happening lately 🎙️💎 Sky talks about finally finishing state testing, getting ready for field day, and what she hopes it’ll look like. We also reflect on hard work, showing up, and what it feels like to finish strong after a long school year. Along the way, we have some real conversations about growth & of course, Sky ends the episode by telling everyone about her upcoming pop-up shop this weekend and throughout the summer! This episode is full of laughs, reflection, and good energy as we step into summer. 💎 Gentle conversations. Real-life moments. 🎧 Tap in and catch this gem.

End of the Road… But Not the Journey | Experiment 09

In this episode of Hand to Sky, Sky and D-Y catch up on life lately — on her last cheer competition of the season and what moving forward could look like. They keep things fun and interactive while playing a “Finish the Sentence” game, giving Sky space to share her thoughts and personality. As the conversation flows, they also talk about how she feels about having a little more free time in between seasons. D-Y opens up about the decision not to allow social media at her age — and why protecting Sky’s space, confidence, and childhood matters. This episode is a mix of laughter, reflection, and real-life conversations — letting the moment lead and giving Sky the space to simply be herself. 💎 Gentle conversations. Real-life moments. 🎧 Tap in and catch this gem. #HandToSkyPodcast 📧 handtoskypod@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/handtoskypod?igsh=cjNyc3prYzNoYzc1&utm_source=qr https://www.facebook.com/share/17CVyGSFWG/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@handtoskypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-95gUhji91Ml

In My Feelings | Experiment 08

In this episode of Hand to Sky, Sky and I catch up on life lately — from how spring break went to the little moments that made it special. We keep things light and fun while playing a game of “This or That”, letting Sky share her thoughts, preferences, and a bit of her personality along the way. As the conversation flows, we also talk about cheer season coming to an end and what it looks like to think about what’s next. This episode is a mix of laughter, reflection, and real-time conversations — just going with the moment and letting Sky lead. 💎 Gentle conversations. Real-life moments. 🎧 Tap in and catch this gem.

Friends or NAHHHHH…

In this episode of Hand to Sky, we talk about what a real friend looks like and how to recognize the difference between friendships that feel good and ones that don’t. We left in something we were gonna remove for a moment of transparency 💕 We play a fun game called “Friend or Nahhh?!”, where Sky helps break down different friendship situations and decides whether they sound like something a real friend would do. From kindness to inclusion, we talk about the small things that make a big difference in friendships and how kids can learn to choose relationships that are supportive and kind. As always, Sky leads the way with honest thoughts, big feelings, and a reminder that learning about friendship is part of growing up. 💎 Gentle conversations. Real-life lessons. 🎧 Tap in and catch this gem.

Big Weeks & Busy Brains | Experiment 06

In this episode of Hand to Sky, we catch up after a couple of busy weeks. Sky shares about her time with her best friend, adjusting to busy schedules and busy brains, and what helps calm her mind. We talk about full calendars, big feelings, and still settling into our new place. She also tells us about representing Alice Coachman in her school’s Black History Month wax museum and what she learned from the experience. 💎We briefly touch on a recent death in our family and why I choose to protect Sky’s heart by limiting funeral attendance. ⚠️Listener note: 02:15–03:10 includes a short mention of grief and funeral decisions.⚠️ This episode is layered — joyful, thoughtful, and reflective — just like real life. 💎 Gentle conversations. Real-life moments. 🎧 Tap in and catch this gem. For families navigating grief with children, don’t be afraid to try grief therapy/counseling. Organizations like the National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) and Rainbows for All Children offer helpful, age-appropriate guidance. We also encourage culturally mindful conversations around loss, such as resources from Eluna’s discussion on grief in Black communities, which center healing within community and tradition.