Leading with Heart and Intention with Livia Chan
In this episode, we go international to chat with the insightful and uplifting Livia Chan, a third-grade head teacher from British Columbia, Canada. Livia shares her wealth of experience on how to lead with love, learn with joy, and build strong, positive school communities.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
Atomic Interactions: Livia introduces her powerful concept of "Atomic Interactions," the small, intentional moments that form the foundation of strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
Building Classroom Culture: Discover the non-negotiable daily practices Livia uses to cultivate a thriving classroom environment, including "Heart Time" and daily Community Circles.
The Power of Gratitude: Learn how intentionally practicing gratitude can increase happiness and improve the learning environment for everyone.
"Learning Involves Patience and Time": Livia shares an indigenous First Peoples principle of learning and explains how this mindset shift can foster grace, understanding, and support for struggling students.
Cultivating Joy: After 27 years in education, Livia offers profound advice for new teachers on how to sustain their passion and avoid burnout by intentionally cultivating joy each day.
The Journey of a Writer: Hear the inspiring story of how Livia started her blog during the pandemic, which led to a collaboration with renowned educator George Couros.
About Livia Chan:
Livia Chan is a passionate writer, speaker, and head teacher with many years of experience. Through her blog and leadership roles, she shares stories that inspire connection, gratitude, and growth. Her mission is to better ourselves, each other, and the world.
Connect with Livia:
Social Media: Find her on X and LinkedIn as @LiviaChanL.
Website: livchan.com
Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, this conversation is packed with heartfelt wisdom and practical strategies to bring more intention, joy, and connection into your educational practice.
