TL;DR: Make yourself a priority. Find ONE THING you can do for yourself every day. The new year has started. And if you are anything like me, you’ve made a resolution and are excited and focused on it! All too often though, we lose sight of those resolutions—our goals—and let the busyness of our lives get in the way. Sound … Read More
Embrace Stress. Live a Longer & Happier Life!
TL;DR: Fighting our stress can oftentimes create more stress. Embrace your stress and use it to help you grow. Recently, I had what I think was a panic attack. I was visiting my new chiropractor for the first time. I was running late and overdressed for the weather. By the time I got into the office, I felt like I … Read More
Show 107: The Science of Motivating Students
Don Berg brought a new perspective to the podcast and we are so grateful for his time and this episode. We broke the script with educator guests and talked with a psychologist. We dive deep into student motivation and how we can best foster that learning environment for students. The harsh reality is, we cannot motivate a person. We need … Read More
Embrace Differences in Teaching Styles
TL;DR: Different teaching styles work for both teachers and students. Spiraling concepts helps students build knowledge. Take time for students to build relationships. Check in with parents for additional feedback. Embracing Differences in Teaching Styles I recently got the opportunity to reflect as a mentor in a guest panel at the Mentoree Podcast through Voice Ed Canada. Authentic questions were … Read More
Overcoming The “Fixed-Mindset Fog”
TL;DR: What do you do to keep a clear head? When fixed mindset triggers take over your world, how do you clear the fog? What systems have been put in place to bring you back to YOU? The Fog and Fixed Mindset Triggers I don’t know about you but lately I have felt like life would swallow me whole. There … Read More