Mālama ʻĀina – Caring for Our Land and Home
Piko Moments: A Podcast for the Family
Release Date: 03/14/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of Piko Moments, we explore the Hawaiian value of Mālama ʻĀina—caring for and respecting the land. More than just environmental stewardship, mālama ʻāina teaches us about gratitude, responsibility, and the deep connection between nature and family.
Join us as we uncover how small acts—like tending a plant, cleaning a shared space, or simply being mindful of the world around us—can bring more harmony into our homes. Through storytelling and reflection, we’ll discover how embracing this value can nurture not just the land, but also the relationships that matter most.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The meaning of mālama ʻāina and why it’s essential in Hawaiian culture
- How taking care of the land also nurtures your home and family relationships
- Simple, everyday ways to practice mālama ʻāina as a family
- A thoughtful conversation prompt to deepen family discussions
- A Piko Practice—an actionable takeaway to bring this value into your daily life
Take a deep breath, listen in, and let’s reconnect with the land—and with each other.
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