95. Leaning on Wisdom and Hope in Today’s Climate

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With schools struggling to stay open between COVID and teachers leaving the profession in droves we definitely need some wisdom and inspiration in the field of education right now. Who out there is moving learning forward? And what is giving us hope?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If we’re going to make it through this challenging time in history, actively searching for and reflecting on lessons and hope is going to be crucial. Otherwise, we’ll find ourselves right back where we were before the pandemic. And while we’re not in a good place now, we certainly weren’t in a good place pre-COVID.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This week on the podcast, I’m sharing some recent sources of wisdom and hope I’ve found in the connections and conversations I’m having. It’s the little nuggets that hit deeply and that can make a big impact over time.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen in to some of the ways you, too, can flip the script and step back from feeling discouraged at the state of the schools right now and sit into more hope. It’s needed!</span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jump in the Conversation:</span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[1:11] - We need wisdom and inspiration in education</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[1:34] - Our micro-school is a great place to learn</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[2:25] - With reflection, you’ll find sources that are moving you forward</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[4:40] - 10% Happier app - re-engage in meditation</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[7:24] - What can you control?</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">[7:35] - Find your Circle of influe