KindSight 101

Unlocking Your Potential (with Tony Robbins)

Ready to meet the most incredible version of you? Imagine crafting an avatar - your ultimate mentor, imbued with qualities you admire and aspire to. Tony Robbins taught me the roadmap to unleash that potential, and I guide you through envisioning and embodying your ideal self. It’s more than inspiration; it’s a transformation. Let’s dive in and unlock the powerhouse within. #TonyRobbinsInspiration #UnlockPotential #BeYourBestSelf #MentorGoals #TransformationJourney

Finding Your Inner Circle (with Brene Brown)

Ever feel like some folks just don’t get your spark? Well, you’re not alone. Brene Brown's concept of keeping the flame alive by picking those who pick us is so important. Let's precious souls who fan your flames, not douse them. This episode is about ditching the naysayers and cherishing those who cheer us on. Brene’s insights? Pure gold. Let’s learn to treasure those true-blue friends and make our inner circle a fortress of love and support. #SoulTribe #BreneBrownWisdom #TrueFriends #Heart...

Leaner, Stronger, Happier (With Candice McMurran)

Welcome to another heartwarming and inspiring episode of Kindsight 101, the podcast where kindness meets insight. I'm your host, Morgane Michael, and today we're diving deep into a topic that resonates with so many of us out there: the intersection of motherhood, fitness, and education. In today's episode, we're not just discussing how to juggle being a mom and a teacher, but also how to stay fit amidst the chaos of everyday life. We're uncovering the pivotal secret behind fat loss success ...

Portfolio Power: Crafting Your Career (with David Nebinski)

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with David Nebinski, a renowned advocate for crafting a Portfolio Career, to delve into the art and strategy behind building a diverse and resilient career path. David shares his insights on how individuals can harness their skills, passions, and experiences to create a career that doesn't just pay the bills but also fulfills their personal and professional aspirations. From identifying your core strengths to navigating the challenges of multiple inc...

Vision-boarding: Connect to Your Dreams (With Amy Perkins)

Step into the visionary world of Amy Perkins in this amazing conversation about Vision-Boarding.  In this captivating episode, Amy guides you through the transformative process of vision boarding, a powerful tool for bringing your deepest aspirations to life. Learn how to curate a collection of images and words that mirror your soul's desires, turning a simple board into a roadmap for your future. Amy shares her expert tips and heartwarming success stories, demonstrating how vision boards ca...

Muscles and Mindset: How Movement Beats Burnout (With Annie Hollis)

In today's episode, we delve deep into the heart of what true fitness means, far beyond the sweat and weights. It's an honor to have with us the phenomenal trainer and owner of the renowned bootcamp program, Annie Hollis. Annie's approach to fitness transcends the typical boundaries of just physical training. With an ethos rooted in empowering women, Annie seamlessly blends physical training with invaluable life coaching. She emphasizes the importance of consistency, motivation, purpose, an...

Finding Your Blind Spots (With Hedrich Nichols)

Embark on a journey towards fostering equitable educational environments in this enlightening episode featuring Hedreich Nichols, acclaimed author of "Finding Your Blind Spots." In a world where the facets of discrimination often linger invisibly, impairing the harmonious fabric of our classrooms and school communities, Hedreich gracefully navigates us through a path of acknowledgment, learning, and transformation. In her amiable yet forthright style, Hedreich brings to light discriminatory...

The 8 Play Personalities (With Machen Champion)

Exploring the Power of Play with Insight from Machen Champion: Vitality for All Ages and the Essence of Play Personalities In this evocative episode, we delve into a fundamental yet often underexplored facet of our lives: the seminal role of play, inspired by insights from renowned expert Machen Champion. Be it the exuberant world of children or the ostensibly composed realms of adulthood, play carves out a niche of rejuvenation, learning, and connectivity. Significance of Play Across Life...

Managing Big Emotions (With Frank Pew)

In this evocative episode with parenting expert Frank Pew, we embark on a journey exploring the multifaceted world of parenting challenges, particularly in managing big emotions and navigating the complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Frank opens up about his experiences and expertise in managing the emotional whirlwinds that parents and children often encounter. He shares invaluable insights and practical DBT strategies, casting li...

Seeking Significance (With Seth Godin)

In this episode featuring Seth Godin, acclaimed author and thought leader, the focus illuminates the profound concept of "significance" in leadership, illustrating how monumental impacts can stem from modest acts. Seth navigates through his well-known themes, commencing with the vital role of being an indispensable "Linchpin" by merging authenticity and utility, then transitioning into the transformative power of small, deliberate actions. He underscores the essence of being remarkably notic...

Tough as a Mother (With Ashley McLoughlin)

Conquering Overwhelm and Balancing Motherhood and Business with Ashley McLoughlin Today, on the KindSight 101 Podcast, we have a very special guest joining us. We're thrilled to welcome Ashley McLoughlin, a supermom of four, who is also ranked in the top 1% of her online business. Ashley is not only a successful entrepreneur but also an incredible mother, and today we dive into how she manages to balance her family and business, while still finding time for herself. If you're feeling overw...

Teach Better (With Rae Hugart)

In this episode, we discuss school success, ambitious goals, how to be a better teacher, how to build a culture of belonging. You'll come away with a ton of approaches, tips, and tricks for bettering your pedagogy. Don't miss out on this important episode!   Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois, creator of the Teach Further Model, Instructional Assistant Professor at Illinois State University, and the Director of Training & Development for the Teach Better Team.   Rae ...

How to live a fearless life (With Dr. Rebecca Heiss)

In this episode with Dr. Rebecca Heiss, we discuss how to approach imposter syndrome, beat stress and burnout, how to dig into manifesting the life you want and simply tricks to live life without fear. She is an author, speaker, and stress neurobiologist. Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a force.   REBECCA’S MISSION HELP OTHERS TO BECOME FEARLESS. The scariest thing to me is living a life full of fear. That’s not living. That’s relying on fear-based instinct to make choices for us. I’ve dedicated my...

Improving School Mental Health (With Charle Peck)

Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. With over 20 years of education and mental health leadership experience, she has the unique lens of both a certified teacher and a licensed clinical therapist specializing in trauma.    Charle holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work. Her role as a high school teacher coupled with her work with children and families in crisis gives her incredible insigh...

Redefining Student Accountability (With Tom Schimmer)

In this thought-provoking episode, Tom Schimmer and Morgane Michael dive headfirst into the realm of student accountability and explore how we can redefine it to foster success. Join us as we challenge traditional notions of responsibility and offer fresh insights into empowering students to take ownership of their academic journey. Through engaging discussions with leading experts, we uncover practical strategies, innovative approaches, and inspiring stories that will transform the way we v...

Bold Steps, Courageous Leadership (Dr. Susan Murray)

As a leader, advisor, professor, mentor and coach Dr. Susan Murray helps individuals and organizations develop their core leadership capabilities and tools for success.  She helps leaders hone their skills and craft their leadership style to lead their team more effectively so as to conceptualize a vision, set a clear direction, and define priorities and actions for results.  She works closely with teams to understand each other’s strengths, communicate effectively and create a path forward....

Teaching the Unwritten Song (With Jessica Leger)

Jessica Leger is an educator and a singer-songwriter in the band, Cast. She's also a mother and an incredible human. In this episode, we discuss creativity and humanity within the context of education and the practice of putting. your work into the world. Cast is a duo featuring rhythm and voice as the focal points of their compositions and performances. They just released their second album, Identities, this month.  

Recalibrate Schools With Jimmy Casas

In this episode, we discuss the current climate of schools post-covid across North America and the need to recalibrate our energies, efforts, and expectations to meet our students and educators where they are at. Many of us feel weary, but there are so many ways to get fired up about education. Listen to some of Jimmy's excellent advice about education, culture-building and fostering our morale in school to boost student efficacy!   Jimmy served twenty-two years as a school leader. He is a...

Beyond Self Care with Gail Markin, Lisa Baylis, and Morgane Michael

In this special episode, I feature a podcast episode hosted by new author, Gail Markin, about her book Beyond Self Care! She interviews Lisa Baylis (author of Self Compassion for Educators) about her chapter on taking care of ourselves, what it truly means to offer ourselves self-compassion, and how to take time to be truly present.   

Let It Out (with Joan Bessie)

Here's to the new spine tingler of a new song, "Let It Out" by Joan Bessie. On this episode, we feature the talented musician Joan Bessie, who is set to release her sophomore album "Girls I've Lost" in April 2023 (Available for presale April 7th, out on April 21st). Born as Jessica Beach, Joan Bessie's musical journey started in Toronto, where she grew up listening to different genres of music. She began her professional career in Calgary, where she won the 'Unsigned Vibe' contest and rele...

Twisted Fitness Academy (With John Miller)

When it comes to fitness and achievement, nothing is more important than a good coach who is rooting for you! John Miller is just that. His unique approach and gym mirrors some of the best in North America. His goal is to help students and adults achieve excellent results through hard work, perseverance, and by putting them in the right situations that will propel them into success. Follow John Miller and his journey by searching Twisted Fitness Academy.   #fitness #fitnessgoals #fit 

Excellent Advice for Living (With Kevin Kelly)

"Excellent Advice for Living" is a book by Kevin Kelly that provides practical and philosophical guidance for living a fulfilling life. The book is a collection of essays, each exploring a different aspect of what it means to live a good life. Some of the key pieces of advice in the book include: Embrace uncertainty: Kelly encourages readers to embrace uncertainty and to recognize that life is inherently unpredictable. By doing so, we can learn to be more adaptable and resilient in the fac...

The Bright Side of AI (With Kevin Kelly)

Introducing our latest episode of the podcast, featuring a thought-provoking conversation with none other than Kevin Kelly - the acclaimed futurist and co-founder of Wired magazine. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of AI and explore its potential to transform every aspect of our lives. From the rise of intelligent machines to the ethical implications of AI, Kevin Kelly shares his insights on the most pressing issues facing our society today. He discusses how AI is alread...

Go Get It! (With Chip Baker)

Chip Baker is an inspiration, author, speaker, podcaster, and educator. He speaks truth around resilience, imagining the impossible, how to WIN big every day, and how to become the best version of yourself through easy to understand step-by-step approaches. You don't want to miss this one! Listen as he spits truth about the following HUGE topics: -We are the sum total of our environment, experiences, relationships, and subsequent actions. -Traits of people with impact: action, effort, per...

How to Teach Captains and Poets (With Jan Frolic)

Captains & Poets is a groundbreaking Kindergarten – Grade 12 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program that students will take with them their entire lives. Our research-based program has been built by a passionate team of educators, parents, SEL and equity consultants to help young people reach their full potential. The premise of the program is that there is a unique Captain and Poet in each of us that, in partnership, enable us to be our best selves. When kids learn about their inner Capta...

Live Your Best Life #LYBL (With Dr. Tina Boogren)

Tina H. Boogren, PhD, is a fierce advocate for educators, particularly for their well-being. She is the author of numerous books centered around her passion areas of quality instruction, coaching, mentoring, and wellness and is codirector of Solution Tree’s Wellness Solutions for Educators™ with Dr. Timothy D. Kanold. She also hosts the weekly podcast Self-Care for Educators with Dr. Tina H. Boogren. She lives in Denver, Colorado. https://www.solutiontree.com/ca/tina-h-boogren.html A Guide ...

Key Habits for Educator Wellness (With Tim Kanold)

In this episode, we discuss how to navigate and develop habits around the four dimensions of educator wellness, including physical, mental, emotional, and social. What a great way to start the year off!   Timothy D. Kanold, PhD, an award-winning educator and author, is former superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, a Model PLC at Work® district in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

Feeling Seen (With Dr. Jody Carrington)

Dr. Jody is a psychologist, best-selling author, and public speaker with an affinity for helping teams and organizations overcome their most complex, human-centred problems. Her glowing energy and incomparable ability to connect with audiences result in compelling keynotes and life-changing workshops. The message is simple: we are wired to do the hard things, but we are so much braver together. Jody speaks passionately (and humourously) about resilience, burnout, mental health, leadership,...

The Power of Smart Brevity (With Tim Kanold)

In Part One of our conversation, Dr. Tim Kanold and I discuss the power of smart brevity, the concept that brevity in communication is confidence and that length communicates fear and avoidance. He discusses some of the essential elements for communicating effectively and efficiently using Smart Brevity—the concept borne by Jim Vandehei.   Dr. Timothy D. Kanold is a mathematics educator and author of textbooks. He was the president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCS...

New Year, New You? (With Sara Gross)

Today's episode discusses new fitness goals within the context of society's pressures and ageism. We explore wellness in the social media era with Sara Gross. Sara Gross is the founder and CEO of Feisty Media. Sara Gross believes that through storytelling, education and community building we can shift the dial to a more inclusive culture for female athletes and active women and girls. After defending her PhD in Women’s History in 2008, Sara competed as a professional Triathlete for thirteen ...

Beyond Self-Care (With Gail Markin)

Gail Markin is a counsellor, teacher, author and speaker who is committed to promoting well-being in the education workplace. Gail began her career as a social worker, a family counsellor and a parent educator. After becoming a teacher, Gail worked as a school counsellor in many different schools before moving to a district role supporting health and well-being for students and staff. She now works as an educational consultant helping educational leaders to embed and support well-being in t...

How to Beat Burnout: Bonus Seminar for Paraprofessionals!

Want to beat burnout? I can share this seminar that helps you do just that in six, simple to implement strategies that you can put into practice starting today! If you're an educator, paraprofessional, or someone who works in a high-stress environment, this is worth the listen!

TGIM: Common Creativity Road Blocks

It turns out, writer's block isn't really a thing. It's just fear. 

TGIM: Zoom, Audio, and Pjs...

Sometimes, there can be immense pressure to show up real time, with your hair done and your face ready. I challenge the whole concept and urge us to step back into the 1980's to embrace [gasp] the audio call. Do you know what? There are some significant health benefits to doing so, believe it or not!

TGIM: When Do I Quit?

When it's time to say, "bye-bye" to your goals without feeling guilty or like you've failed!

TGIM: Three Questions You MUST Ask Yourself!

The three simple questions to amplify, simplify, and better your life!

Manage Your Energy (With Jill Payne)

Jill Payne is a former national level rugby player, a dedicated yogi and a proud single mama living and practicing Energy Management each and every day. Jill has lived in many places from the beaches in Costa Rica, to the concrete jungle of New York City and is currently residing on Vancouver Island.10 years of life and academic research and an MA in workplace wellness allowed her the insights and skills to develop this singularly transformational practice: Be A Dime Energy Management. On th...

TGIM: How to Balance Your Financial Life

I've just read the book, Balance, by Andrew Hallam and it asks this very important question to help you get real about your finances! #balance #fromburntouttofiredup

Teachers These Days (With Dr.Jody Carrington)

Dr. Jody Carrington is a child psychologist, author, and all-around amazing human fixing to change this world for the better, one educator, one child, one first responder at-a-time! She's a force and if you don't know her yet, you'll be wanting to get your hands on all things "Jody Carrington" by the time you're done! We talk teacher-ing in the age of Corona, parenting when we feel less-than-perfect, and discuss some of the ways to keep going in spite of how challenging things might seem ri...

Our Most Human Expression (With Barbara Gruener)

Barbara Gruener is an author, school counsellor, and educator who has been in education for over 30 years. She has just written a book called Mr. Quigley’s Keys which has won several awards and is highly acclaimed throughout the education community for it’s beautiful approach to inclusion and kindness. In our conversation, we discuss the power of serendipity, creativity, and our ability as human beings to be resilient. 

Fierce Self-Compassion (With Dr. Kristin Neff)

Dr. Kristin Neff is an author, a professor at the university of texas at Austin, and is one of the foremost experts in self-compassion in the world. She and I talked about the self-compassion inventory, the difference between self-indulgence and self-compassion, the fact that self-compassion can be fierce, radical act, rooted in healthy boundary setting. I learned a lot about the importance of being tender with ourselves, especially as we head into another year of this pandemic as a society....

We Can Do Hard Things (With Laurie McIntosh)

Laurie McIntosh is an amazing change-making educator in Alberta who goes by @mrsmacskinders on the socials. She has made waves on the podcast with her previous appearances, discussing her unique and magical approaches to creating a sense of community and kindness within the classroom. She has just written a book with Dr. Jody Carrington called Teachers These Days, which focuses on the importance of teacher wellness as a conduit for student wellness and thriving. Laurie and I sit down to talk...

How to Thrive (With Dr. Michele Borba)

Dr. Michele Borba is a psychologist, educator, and the author of several books geared at promoting thriving and well-being in children. She blew my socks off during our interview with the number of the strategies she offered, her charismatic way, and her overall sense of optimism when it comes to setting our students up for resilient success. Check out her books Unselfie and Thrivers, anywhere you get your books. Shes a gem and I hope you feel as inspired by her as I did!

How to Refocus: Achieve Your Dreams

Although it might seem scary at first, don’t let fear stop you from living life differently that you’re used to. Sometimes, shaking things up can be the best gift to yourself. At the very least, you’ll learn something. 

How To Reconnect with Others

Be attentive to how you feel spending time with people. Energy exchange is real. Be deliberate about inviting more positive people into your life and deleting those who drain you of your light. Surround yourself with the dreamers, feelers, and those who get you. You have only one life to live. Don’t look back. Keep moving forward. 

Good Things Take Time! Developing Tenacity

How to Reflect: Embracing Your Emotions

It’s tough to feel things slipping. Being positive doesn’t mean you deny yourself authentic feelings of anger, frustration, exhaustion, and apathy. Being positive isn’t about faking your way through the day. When things are tough, positivity is about wrapping your fingers around the hope that things will be easier and better, despite what they look like right now. Not forever, but for now. 

How to Reframe: Developing Resiliency

Life cannot be lived in one dimension. We have to accept (and even embrace) the beautiful paradox that presents itself in every circumstance:  For there to be joy, there must be room for pain.  For there to be happiness, there must be space for sorrow.  Life is a series of peaks and valleys… good, bad or ugly. Accepting our reality helps us to grow forward. 

How to Cultivate Fierce Self-Compassion

Fierce self-compassion is about saying yes to you and no to others. It’s the bravest, most generous thing you can do because through your actions, you’ll lead others to create healthy boundaries for themselves. Say yes to you!

How to Reignite Your Passion for Life!

Life has a funny way of working out in the end. If you’re in a place of struggle or pain right now, recognize that it’s not the end. You’re in the messy middle and it won’t always feel like this.