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

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?

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.

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.

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!

Jump in the Conversation: [1:11] - We need wisdom and inspiration in education [1:34] - Our micro-school is a great place to learn [2:25] - With reflection, you’ll find sources that are moving you forward [4:40] - 10% Happier app - re-engage in meditation [7:24] - What can you control? [7:35] - Find your Circle of influence [11:05] - Hope is a life raft when ocean of life is overwhelming [11:20] - 3 things to make us happy [12:10] Takeaways from the EdActive Collective gathering  [14:00] The hopeful push for access to kindergarten [15:04] - Asking leaders to highlight things that give them hope  Links & Resources Covey Circle of Influence - video clip Episode 86: Breaking Down Barriers to Change Laws in Education with Emily Ann Gullickson Policy innovators in education  Email Maureen Maureen’s TEDx: Changing My Mind to Change Our Schools The Education Evolution Facebook: Follow Education Evolution Twitter: Follow Education Evolution LinkedIn: Follow Education Evolution EdActive Collective Maureen’s book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids Micro-school feature on Good Morning America The Micro-School Coalition Facebook: The Micro-School Coalition LEADPrep