Episode OverviewIn this week’s adventure, Laura opens the door to a big question: “If someone doesn’t believe in heaven, God, or religious rules, what helps them decide to be a good person?” Join us as we wander through our imaginary library of beliefs, pull down the Humanism shelf, and discover how kindness, curiosity, courage, and fairness can come straight from withinmno creed required. We’ll play Compass Quest, meet inspiring thinkers from Carl Sagan, Jane Goodall, and Hypatia; cozy up for the Stone Soup story; and fill our Belief Backpacks with new treasures of empathy, reason, and responsibility.Why You Should ListenSee values in action: Learn how humanists use empathy, truth-seeking, and responsibility as their moral compass.Interactive fun for kids & families: Play along with the movement game and guided imagination.Build your own inner guide: Our Compass Quest helps children practice making ethical choices whether they believe in a god or not.Engaging storytelling: Hear the timeless Stone Soup folk tale that shows how a little kindness brings communities together.Behind the ScenesLaura’s own journey as a humanist made this episode a joy to write. She knew the stories, values, and people inside out. But it was also her toughest script yet to keep every segment completely non-biased and open to listeners of all backgrounds. Resources & LinksBelief Backpack printablePack in your own values with our free worksheet:https://faithfullyexplore.com/shop/my-belief-backpack-coloring-page/Stone Soup For All Decodable Coloring BookBring the story to life with coloring pages designed for early readers:https://faithfullyexplore.com/shop/stone-soup-for-all-decodable-book/Coloring Contest Download either printable, color your favorite page, and send us a photo by June 30, 2025 to enter our Coloring Challenge! You could win a $5 Amazon gift card plus a special shout-out on the show.Recommended ReadingIt Started with a Big Bang: The Origin of Earth, You and Everything ElseBy Floor Bal, illus. by Sebastiaan Van DoninckA dazzling journey through 13.8 billion years. Perfect for sparking wonder about science and our place in the universe.Elle the HumanistBy Elle Harris & Douglas HarrisA warm introduction to humanism through the eyes of a nine-year-old author, complete with thought-provoking questions and a foreword by Daniel Dennett.What If Everybody Did That?By Ellen Javernick, illus. by Colleen M. MaddenA playful look at how small, thoughtless actions can ripple into big consequences and how everyday choices shape our world.The Three QuestionsBy Jon J. Muth, based on Leo TolstoyBeautiful watercolors and gentle text show that the best wisdom lives in moments of kindness and presence.You Are StardustBy Elin Kelsey, illus. by Soyeon KimA poetic celebration of how we’re all made of star stuff, weaving simple science with warm reflections on our connection to nature.The Little Book of Humanism: Universal Lessons on Love, Hope, and HappinessBy John CornwellBite-sized lessons on living with reason, empathy, and creativity; no creed...

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