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E 9: Hmmm? Huh? Aha! Tangible, Proven Ways to Develop Powerful Understanding of the Self, Others, and the World Part One (with Adrienne Gear)

We all want students to develop a sense of agency over their learning, but many of us simply want an easy-to-follow, laid out roadmap to do so. Back again with her wisdom, wit, and wealth of creativity, Adrienne Gear teaches us about her 3-step Inquiry-Based Powerful Understanding Model and how we can enable students from … Continue reading E 9: Hmmm? Huh? Aha! Tangible, Proven Ways to Develop Powerful Understanding of the Self, Others, and the World Part One (with Adrienne Gear)

MM Analysis and Self-Reflection, goal setting, Growth Mindset, school, Social Emotional Learning, Uncategorized

What is School For?

What is school for? In our current world filled with uncertainty, ubiquitous inundation of technology, and perceived political turmoil, many of us are feeling more and more disconnected from the very thing that has been scientifically proven to determine our overall sense of happiness: our connection to one another. Anxiety, loneliness, depression, and suicide rates … Continue reading What is School For?

MM Analysis and Self-Reflection, goal setting, Growth Mindset, Life Design, parenting, school, Social Emotional Learning, Stories of Kindness

The 80/20 Principle As it Relates to Your Happiness

The 80/20 Principle as it Relates to Your Happiness Ok, so I just recently came across something that has useful and transformative applications to just about every single facet of anybody’s life. In fact, it’s such a simple, effective concept that it blows my mind that I hadn’t encountered it until this year, so I … Continue reading The 80/20 Principle As it Relates to Your Happiness

MM Analysis and Self-Reflection, goal setting, Life Design, Social Emotional Learning, Uncategorized

Tim Ferriss’ Fear-Setting Strategy: How to Make a Decision when Fear is Holding you Back

Have you ever found yourself faced with a decision that feels not only overwhelming, but crippling? We all have defining moments in our lives that force us to reconsider the status quo. Sometimes, what stops us from making the right (but HARD) decisions is the fear that we’ll fall flat on our faces and, ultimately, … Continue reading Tim Ferriss’ Fear-Setting Strategy: How to Make a Decision when Fear is Holding you Back

MM Analysis and Self-Reflection, goal setting, Growth Mindset, Life Design, Uncategorized

On saying “NO”

No. I have always hated saying it to people, especially those who might judge the essence of who I am inaccurately, as a result. Ultimately, it’s always run counter to my character to disappoint. But this past weekend, I did just that. I said “no” to someone. I said “no” to giving more than I … Continue reading On saying “NO”