Welcome to the second season of the Parenting Ed-Ventures Podcast!

Today, Lara sits down with two extraordinary guests who have helped millions of children and families navigate emotions like grief, separation, and anxiety through the power of storytelling and creativity.

Patrice Karst is the bestselling author of The Invisible String, a beloved children’s book that has comforted families worldwide by reminding them that love connects us all, no matter the distance. Inspired by her own experience as a single mother, Patrice’s simple yet profound message has become a timeless tool for coping with loss, separation anxiety, and big emotions.

Joining Patrice is Dr. Dana Wyss, a licensed marriage and family therapist, board-certified art therapist, and co-author of The Invisible String Workbook. With over 20 years of experience working with children and families, Dana specializes in using creative expression—art, writing, and movement—to help kids process their feelings and build emotional resilience.

In today’s episode, Patrice shares the heartfelt inspiration behind The Invisible String and the incredible impact the book has had on readers across generations. Dana dives into the therapeutic power of creativity and explains how the workbook’s activities help children develop self-esteem, express emotions, and strengthen connections with loved ones.

If you’ve ever struggled to find the right words to comfort a child experiencing loss, separation, or anxiety, this episode will give you valuable insights and practical tools to foster emotional well-being in your family.

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Find more of Patrice's work:

https://patricekarst.com/

Find more of Dana's work:

https://danawyssphd.com/about.html

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Follow Dana Wyss on Instagram:

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Intro Music: Good Times by Patrick Patrikios

Sting Music: Purple Planet Music - Timelapse