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Growing Kindness™: Stories of kindness, generosity and community that inspire hope

Deanna Kitchen
Kindness
Flowers
Community Support
Growing Kindness Movement
Flower Farming
Community
Gardening
Community Engagement
Personal Growth
Health
Christmas Gifts
Community Service
Dyslexia
Cut Flower Gardening
Flower Gardening
Homeschooling
Acts Of Kindness
Postpartum Depression
Isolation
Parenting

In a world that often feels divided, the Growing Kindness™ Podcast is a place to find hope, connection, and encouragement through stories of generosity, giving, and acts of kindness - often told through the language of flowers. Hosted by Deanna Kitchen, founder of Growing Kindness™ Movement, each episode highlights inspiring guests whose simple acts - whether planting a seed, gifting a bouquet, or... more

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Artwork for Growing Kindness™: Stories of kindness, generosity and community that inspire hope

Latest Episodes

What if the greatest gift in your hardest season is becoming a giver again?

In this episode, I sit down with Robbie Bennett to share her powerful story of grief, healing, and finding purpose after loss. After walking through the illness and passing ... more

What if growing kindness could start with just a few flowers in your backyard?

In this episode, I sit down with longtime Growing Kindness ambassador Amy Sonnek from Stillwater, Minnesota. Amy shares her beautiful acts of kindness story about how a s... more

Letting go to grow is never easy, but sometimes it’s the very thing that allows something beautiful to become what it was always meant to be.

In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing about the next chapter of growing kindness and a significant l... more

In today’s episode, I sit down with Shannon Morris to share a powerful story of grief, love, and a legacy of kindness that continues to ripple outward.

After the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Fallon, Shannon Morris chose to carry her daughters ... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Hill
A dedicated flower farmer who integrates giving into her business model.
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Episode: Building Dreams and Community Through Flowers: Kim Hill's Story
Kelsey Tolsma
Ambassador with the Growing Kindness Project and mother to three daughters
Episode: Growing Kind Kids: How Kelsey Tolsma's Family is Planting Seeds of Kindness
Amy Morrison
Flower farmer, FFA teacher, and kindness advocate
Episode: When Teaching Becomes Transformation: Amy Morrison’s Work With Flowers, Students, and Community Kindness
Maggie Hartman
A 20-year-old flower business owner dedicated to kindness through giving.
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Episode: The Power of Saying Yes: Maggie Hartman and the Flowers That Give Back
Alicia Plante
A passionate gardener and advocate for kindness through sharing flowers
Episode: The Courage to Keep Growing: Alicia Plante and the Gift of a Life in Bloom

Host

Deanna Kitchen
Founder of Growing Kindness Movement and host, focused on sharing stories of generosity, community, and flowers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Happy Tears-every time!

    Every episode gives me a lump in my throat and happy tears. Deanna is the perfect person to cultivate this community of ordinary people sharing their acts of kindness.

    After listening, I’m always inspired to do what I can for those around me- even if it’s just smiling and saying hi, opening a door, putting away a stranger’s shopping cart, or being a little more kind to my own family.

    Thank you, Deanna, and everyone else who is a part of this community and willing to share your stories. ❤️ ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miss Katie Jean
    United States4 months ago
  • Listen and you will leave changed

    Just blown away. I’m in the middle of Deanna and Maggie, not only in episodes here, but in life. With an example led through the vision, vulnerability, genuine empathy, compassion, and drive she has created a path for others to follow down. And with Maggie leading the next generation I find inspiration, hope, and the clarity that we are making a difference, and the world is a constantly evolving better place when we teach our children these lessons, skills, and values. I hope I’m raising my daug... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs Plante
    United States5 months ago
  • An uplifting listen 💫

    I’ve been honored to work with Deanna as an Ambassador in the Growing Kindness Project since 2022. Hearing the heartfelt stories from other “growers & givers” has inspired me all over again. Listening along will remind you that SO much good still exists in the world, despite what we face in the daily news cycle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    serenegreenflowers
    United States5 months ago
  • Kindness matters!

    These are the kinds of podcasts we need! Positivity and kindness and flowers?! Sign me up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheFlowerRemedy
    United States5 months ago
  • No preaching here, just living in kindness in real time.

    I have been connected with the Growing Kindness project for several years as a grower and ambassador and have heard a few but not all the stories that will be shared here. I have been overjoyed at the generous and compassionate walk GK embodies while boldly walking the life of sacrificing self for the benefit of mankind. A beautiful tribute to the goodness we all have inside of us and can offer in the darkest and most difficult times of life, Growing Kindness stories in the podcast will bring to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gmmfit
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Authentic, heartfelt conversations that feel hopeful and actionable.
A refreshing counterpoint to negative news, with a focus on community impact.
Listeners feel part of a growing, supportive community.
Warm, uplifting storytelling that proves kindness can spark real change.
Hosts and guests model generosity in practical, relatable ways.

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When Teaching Becomes Transformation: Amy Morrison’s Work With Flowers, Students, and Community Kindness
Q: Has there been any really standout stories that stay with you?
Amy shares the story of a student who connected deeply with the act of giving back, realizing she could use her talents instead of financial means to help others.
How Small Acts of Kindness Can Change a Life: Ganjana’s Journey
Q: What would you tell someone who feels too small to make a difference?
I felt too small... through this hard thing that we didn't have an apartment to live anymore, I did not know that landing on a farm would just be whatever.
Building Dreams and Community Through Flowers: Kim Hill's Story
Q: What practical tips can you give to someone looking to gift flowers in their community?
Start simple by just filling buckets of flowers for others to arrange, and partner with local organizations for delivery.
Building Dreams and Community Through Flowers: Kim Hill's Story
Q: Can you tell us more about how your business and giving work together?
I combine my livelihood with generous giving, delivering extra flowers to community organizations and hospitals.
The Power of Saying Yes: Maggie Hartman and the Flowers That Give Back
Q: What do you think is the biggest thing that you have learned through this experience, and how has it shaped who you are today?
The biggest lesson I've learned is to say yes to opportunities, and follow the nudges I feel to help others.

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The show centers on everyday acts of generosity, often tied to flowers, that build connection and community. Episodes feature flower farmers, educators, entrepreneurs, and resilience stories, all framed around practical ways listeners can give back, foster kindness, and create beauty in their own lives. A notable strength is translating kindness into actionable ideas—bridging personal growth with community impact—across diverse, heartwarming guests and real-world examples.

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2. Kelsey Tolsma
3. Amy Morrison
4. Maggie Hartman
5. Alicia Plante

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