We all know that it feels good to be kind, and my guest today talks about the ways in which our bodies have been wired for generosity. She explains the surprising neuroscience which proves, once again, that contribution is nature’s most effective antidepressant. It literally makes you happy! This is a must-watch mini episode for … Continue reading E 5: The Surprising Neuroscience of Kindness (With Dr. Shimi Kang)
E 6: Is it Bullying or is it Normal Conflict? How to Spot it, What to Do About it, and What to Say to Save the Day (with Dr. Shimi Kang)
In this mini episode, you’ll learn the important nuanced distinction between normal relational conflict, mean behavior, and legitimate bullying and how to address each one within the classroom. If you want to support your students to become resilient, independent, and empowered, this is the episode for you! This is an episode every educator and parent … Continue reading E 6: Is it Bullying or is it Normal Conflict? How to Spot it, What to Do About it, and What to Say to Save the Day (with Dr. Shimi Kang)
E 4: Three Simple Ways to Beat the #1 Health Epidemic- Becoming Happier as an Educator, Parent, or Student (with Dr. Shimi Kang)
In this episode, you'll meet a remarkable woman who will share simple actionable tips to help your students and colleagues combat the #1 health epidemic of the 21st century, stress. You’ll learn the surprising way our bodies react when we’re in crisis and a proven three-step approach to teach your students resiliency in the face … Continue reading E 4: Three Simple Ways to Beat the #1 Health Epidemic- Becoming Happier as an Educator, Parent, or Student (with Dr. Shimi Kang)
Back to School: Tips for Success (Part Two)
In this special episode you’ll learn and hear: a unique way to connect authentically with families during your first week in the classroom a great way for students to get to know each other and the staff within your school an awesome hands-on activity to start your first day off right and a list of … Continue reading Back to School: Tips for Success (Part Two)
E 2:What Nuclear Weapons Negotiations Taught this Nobel Peace Prize Nominee about Bullying in Schools (with Dr. Scilla Elworthy)
Have you ever wondered what fear, nuclear war, Richard Branson and iced cream have in common? Today our very special guest, a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee provides the prescription for a bully-free school yard by employing an unlikely and successful strategy used during global peace negotiations. She shares her business plan for peace and … Continue reading E 2:What Nuclear Weapons Negotiations Taught this Nobel Peace Prize Nominee about Bullying in Schools (with Dr. Scilla Elworthy)
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?
Finding Your Way to Happy Through Flow
We are afraid The thing is, most of us are afraid. Afraid to put ourselves ‘out there.’ Afraid to make the invite. Afraid to fail. Afraid to succeed. Afraid not to be liked. Afraid to love. Afraid to say, ‘yes.’ Afraid to say, ‘no.’ Afraid to show our hearts. Afraid to see ourselves in others. … Continue reading Finding Your Way to Happy Through Flow
So, I Threw A Spatula…
Just last week, in a fit of quiet rage and a heightened sense of perceived injustice, I hurled a spatula across my kitchen. I cannot convey to you, by the way, how hard that sentence was to admit, write and publish. Anger’s not cute Anger is not cute. Rage…even less so. It’s not an emotion … Continue reading So, I Threw A Spatula…
A Visit with Santa and a Generous Invitation
It was 9:16 am, Frank Sinatra’s Christmas album was playing in the background, and both of my children, smiling faces illuminated by the late November morning sun, were bundled and strapped in the back of our vehicle as we cruised down the highway on our way to beat the crowds and meet Santa. My husband … Continue reading A Visit with Santa and a Generous Invitation
How Empathy Leads the Way for the Transformation from Victimization to Resiliency
Just this morning, I had a realization that stopped me in my tracks. It was one of those “Aha” Oprah-moments that sent a jolt of electric energy from the top of my head to the tips of my toes. It’s a very simple concept, but it’s caused a dramatic paradigm shift in the way I … Continue reading How Empathy Leads the Way for the Transformation from Victimization to Resiliency
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