What do business and generosity have in common? How does someone grappling with their own mortality bounce forward stronger than ever, with a newfound understanding of what matters in life? How do we teach what truly matters to our own children through our honest modelling? In this very special episode, you’ll meet Ruban Rebalkin, a … Continue reading E 61 – Tumbling into Success through Kindness and Faith (with Ruban Rebalkin)
Three Steps to Resilience
The Three Keys to Resilience I’ve often wondered what the difference is between those who are able to bounce forward from adversity versus those who get bogged down by their challenges. I recently stumbled upon the work of Martin Seligman, the “grandfather” of positive psychology. He states that there are three keys to resilience (that … Continue reading Three Steps to Resilience
E 59 – Trauma, Meat Trays, and Bottom Hands Only
If you want to make a big impact on those around you, to truly make positive change in your school, workplace, and community, check out this game-changing episode with the one and only, Dr. Jody Carrington! In this episode, we talk about trauma, ways to connect with the kids in our lives, and some of … Continue reading E 59 – Trauma, Meat Trays, and Bottom Hands Only
Power of Moments
What makes for a powerful, memorable moment, in school or otherwise? Naturally, we all seek to be memorable. Nobody dreams of living an unremarkable life. We all want to be special to somebody. Some of us seek accolades from the masses, while others seek to be important to just a select few. That's part of … Continue reading Power of Moments
#24: The Trauma-Informed School Making Waves Across the World (with Mathew Portell)
Have you ever wondered how to authentically hold space for students who have experienced adverse trauma, uphold a successful results-based academic program, and maintain your sanity? Well, you are in for a treat. My guest has been featured on a number of viral educational videos for the incredible work his school is doing to … Continue reading #24: The Trauma-Informed School Making Waves Across the World (with Mathew Portell)
In Honour of Pink Shirt Day!
Tomorrow is Pink Shirt Day! You may or may not be aware of the origin story related to #pinkshirtday but it's an important one in Canada.
Storytelling is Leadership: 6 Sentences to Help your Story
Storytelling is Leadership: 6 Sentences to Help your Story #lead #leadership #story #edchat #business #smallactbigimpact #lead #kindsight101
Head, Heart, Hands
Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness: Head, Heart, and Hands In order to feel proud of our communities, I believe we need to wrap our arms around those who struggle within them. Caring for people starts with a willingness to see, hear, and understand one another with an open heart. We have to begin with empathy, compassion, … Continue reading Head, Heart, Hands
Ep # 20 Hang Loos-Surviving a Public Lifestyle (with Casey-Jo Loos)
Have you ever wondered what an educator and a popular radio dj have in common? In this energizing episode, my guest and I explore how to survive a public lifestyle while living with anxiety and depression. We delve into the experience of battling with perfectionism, the pressure of conformity, vulnerability, and overcoming the desire to … Continue reading Ep # 20 Hang Loos-Surviving a Public Lifestyle (with Casey-Jo Loos)
E 19: Twenty Actionable Ways to Integrate Kindness into your Curriculum Starting Monday (with Sheila Sjolseth)
Sheila Sjolseth brings to life acts of kindness and service projects that families and kids can do. In her daily adventures of serving with her young boys, she has witnessed the awesome things that happen when kids serve others. She started serving daily with her boys in 2012, when they were 3 and 5 years … Continue reading E 19: Twenty Actionable Ways to Integrate Kindness into your Curriculum Starting Monday (with Sheila Sjolseth)
Morgane Michael 