n the first episode of Season 3, Leslie Pagel introduces the theme of living uniquely to our own drum beat. The episode features Krista Sexton, founder of Acton Academy of Morgantown in Indiana, who shares her inspirational journey of developing an alternative educational path for her daughter and community. After a career at Starbucks, Krista took a sabbatical, delved into entrepreneurship, and questioned the traditional education system. Guided by faith and persistent determination, she established a learner-driven micro-school emphasizing creativity, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Throughout the discussion, Krista highlights the importance of tuning into one's inner voice, navigating challenges, and living purposefully despite societal norms and criticisms.
00:00 Welcome to Season Three
00:36 Introducing Krista Sexton and Acton Academy of Morgantown
01:59 Krista's Journey to Founding Acton Academy
03:55 The Impact of COVID and Personal Growth
06:20 Discovering Acton Academy
07:44 Starting the School: Challenges and Confirmations
11:40 The Vision and Philosophy of Acton Academy
19:50 Opening the Doors: First Days and Lessons Learned
24:47 Perseverance and Passion: Overcoming Obstacles
26:33 Discovering Purpose and Passion
27:42 Beliefs and Divine Guidance
29:08 Monetizing Passions and Entrepreneurship
30:36 Balancing Passion with Practicality
32:07 Challenges and Resilience
36:51 Faith and Finding a New Space
44:08 Intuition and Intellectual Balance
46:50 Advice for Following Your Calling
49:13 Embracing Play and Creativity
50:58 Final Reflections and Gratitude
For more information on the Acton Academy of Morgantown, visit: https://actonacademyofmorgantown.org/
Purpose Project is a research study on the topic of life's purpose. You can follow along in the making of Purpose Project:
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