Rehumaning andThriving in a Digitized World: Stephanie Malia Krauss

Rehumaning andThriving in a Digitized World: Stephanie Malia Krauss

Author: Marcylle Combs July 22, 2026 Duration: 36:53

Stephanie Malia Krauss shares her journey from a GED recipient to a thought leader in human development. She discusses the concept of rehumaning our lives amidst modern challenges, emphasizing the importance of collective care, sleep, community, and lifelong learning for thriving in a digitized world. For more than two decades, Stephanie has worked with schools, youth programs, foundations, and government partnerships, helping communities rethink how we care for young people and ourselves. She began her career as a teacher and coach, went on to found a school for youth furthest from opportunity, and later led national efforts in education and youth development.

Working with leaders from the classroom to Congress, Stephanie advises states, school districts, and national nonprofits on holistic strategies that prepare and care for kids. Her work blends research with lived experience, always asking what it takes for young people to thrive over the long haul.

Her newest book, HowWe Thrive: Caring for Kids and Ourselves in a Changing World, introduces the concept of rehumaning: the practice of protecting and prioritizing what makes us most human in an increasingly demanding world. She is also the author of Whole Child, Whole Life and Making It, and her work has been featured on PBS NewsHour, NPR, U.S. News& World Report, Scary Mommy, and more.

Get In Touch:

https://www.rehumaning.com/


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemaliakrauss/

Substack:https://substack.com/@stephaniemaliakrauss
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemaliakrauss/


Hosted by Marcylle Combs, 50% with Marcylle Combs is built on the belief that women's voices and leadership are essential to every conversation. This podcast moves beyond surface-level interviews to explore the full spectrum of a leader's life. In each episode, Marcylle sits down with a woman who is actively shaping her field and community, delving into the real texture of her journey. You'll hear about the pivotal moments that defined her path, the obstacles that reshaped her direction, and the hard-won insights gathered along the way. These are not just success stories; they are honest accounts of professional and personal evolution, offering tangible advice for anyone looking to lead. By focusing on this depth, the podcast creates a platform where the diverse and inspiring narratives of women from various backgrounds, industries, and sectors take center stage. Tuning into this podcast means gaining access to a repository of experience, a source of solidarity, and a clearer understanding of what it means to build a meaningful career and life. It’s where ambition meets reflection, and where listening feels like joining a candid, necessary dialogue about progress and purpose.
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