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Retreat BuilderRetreat BuilderHow to Reclaim the Goddess Within After Losing YourselfMarie Crystal Kueny is a Transformation Alchemist, international best-selling author, creatrix of intuitive healing circles and destination retreats, and holds a Master’s degree in educational psychology. She founded Goddess of Light Retreats to offer premium experiences that heal and elevate women’s lives, aligning them with their dreams and higher consciousness. By blending spiritual practices with modern science, Marie empowers women to connect deeply with their Goddess energy. She has been featured in SheKnows Magazine, Mindful Kawa, HappyMe.Yoga, At The Style Table, VeryWell Family, Shine Your Soul Light podcast, and SingleCare Wellness. Connect with Marie: https://www.retr...2024-11-021h 00The Glow Code: Style Your LifeThe Glow Code: Style Your LifeHow to Reclaim Your Purpose and Pursue Your Dreams with Marie KuenyUnlock the secrets to self-discovery and empowerment with Marie Kueny, founder of Goddess of Light Retreats, in our latest episode. Marie opens up about overcoming a challenging upbringing marked by adult responsibilities and conservative values that often silenced women's voices. Drawing from her mother's courageous transformation, Marie underscores the importance of support and self-belief in creating new beginnings. She passionately discusses her shift from a school counselor to empowering women, especially matriarchs, to reclaim their power and pursue their dreams, leveraging visualization techniques to ease transitions and reduce fear.In our conversation, we also delve...2024-06-261h 13Sustainable ParentingSustainable Parenting51. 5 Self-Care Essentials - Doable for Even the Busiest MamasAre you struggling to balance everything on your to-do list while also taking care of your kids? You are not alone. Lots of parents find it hard to take care of themselves, when it seems like EVERYONE else's needs come first.In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Marie Kueny, founder of Goddess of Light Retreats and School Counselor - to talk about five self-care tips that even the busiest moms can try. Tune in to learn some simple ways to focus on yourself without feeling guilty. BY THE...2024-03-2721 minThe Intentional PodcastThe Intentional PodcastToday's Intention: Self Care Through Retreats with Marie KuenyYou've heard us use the phrase fill your cup in order to pour out to others! In today's episode you will hear how Marie uses the power of retreats to not just fill her cup but hosts a variety of retreats for women to fill theirs as well through Goddess of Light Retreats. Listen in as Marie shares: What activities and practices are done at the retreats What she does to prepare for hosting the retreats Her use of the 80-20 rule And don't miss the special gift at the end! Resources: ...2024-01-2424 minShine Your Soul LightShine Your Soul LightMarie Kueny & Mary GoodenMarie Kueny, is an empowerment coach, international best-selling author, curator of intuitive healing circles, and holds a Master's degree in Educational Psychology. With a mission to bring more love and healing into the world, Marie founded Goddess of Light Retreats, offering premium experiences to soulfully heal and elevate women's lives to align with their dreams and higher consciousness. She also guides healers and entrepreneurs through the process of creating their own Radiant Retreats and travels.   Her experience in holistic mind-body-soul healing, includes training and facilitation in meditation, Dance Alchemy, Healing Touch, reiki, yoga, EFT/tapping, i...2024-01-1345 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 48: The Great Resignation with Lisa MooreThe Great Resignation is sweeping industries nationwide, and the field of education has seen the devastating impacts first-hand.  Teachers are leaving the classroom every day to seek other opportunities. Why is this happening and what can be done to support educators to continue in our schools?Join Lisa Moore, CEO of Success Tangent Consulting and Brainz magazine Executive Contributor, to learn more about improving teacher retention and what staff can do to advocate for their needs.Connect with Lisa at www.successtangent.com to schedule a FREE 30-minute coaching session with the code NEWYEARNEWYOU2022-04-0131 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 47: Social Emotional Learning with Slumberkins, Featuring Kelly Oriard and Callie ChristiansenThere is one company who is making waves in bringing together social emotional learning in children's homes and schools in a fun and unique way. Join me as I sit down with Callie Christensen and Kelly Oriard, the creators and CEOs of Slumberkins, who are dedicated to helping families raise caring, confident, and resilient children through affirmations, stories and cuddly creature characters.This episode is for teachers and parents alike who desire an innovative way to bond with their children and inspire imagination, establish healthy thoughts, and soothe anxiety and worry. As a...2022-02-2534 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 46: Standing Up to Bullying with Bullseye The Clown"We aren't meant to blend in. We are meant to stand out." - BullseyeBullseye The Clown may seem like an unlikely bullying expert, but with over 25 years experience navigating around and developing innovative tactics to dealing with bullies, he is a one of a kind force to be reckoned with. Bullseye The Clown received his Bachelor of Arts in Comprehensive Theater and Communications from Ashland University. Throughout his career as an actor and stand-up comedian, he employed psychodrama techniques and the secrets of body language to not only read what the bully is truly t...2022-02-1134 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 45: Building Self-Esteem with Dr. Simone AliciaAs an experienced classroom teacher & former fashion model, Dr. Simone is blazing a trail as a results-driven self-esteem coach. Often coined "The Tony Robbins of Kids," Dr. Simone founded The Self Esteem Doctor Academy to ensure all children, regardless of location or socio-economic status, have access to proven self-esteem building tools that they can understand and apply in their day-to-day lives from childhood to adulthood.To explore Dr. Simone Alicia's publications and resources, check out the links below!www.theselfesteemdoctor.comwww.theselfesteemdoctoracademy.comThe Easy Self-Esteem Builder CourseView...2022-02-0439 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 44: Enjoy Your Money More with Joseph OkalyWant to feel more empowered with your income and investments?In today's episode, Joseph Okaly, certified financial planner, speaks directly to teachers and answers some of the money questions that I have heard circulating around the teacher's lounge.How do I budget my income without getting stressed out?Should I be saving more for retirement or for a new home?Is real estate a good option for me right now?How do we teach children about smart money decisions and planning for their future? Joseph breaks it all down and s...2021-11-2736 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 43: Emotional Regulation with Andrea HansonDo you wonder what can be done to support your students with emotional regulation? There are so many ways to support our students' emotional regulation needs through a trauma-informed lens and I discovered an amazing expert who knows exactly what kids need and how to support educators in meeting these needs of emotional regulation. Andrea Hanson M.Ed specializes in identifying and resolving complex, compound, and generational trauma. Understanding that trauma is a neurobiological response to environment, Andrea is passionate about helping key players in group environments create trauma informed environments while acknowledging and healing their o...2021-11-2048 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 42: Welcome to Season 3!We did it!I am thrilled to bring you a brand new season of The Compassionate Educators Show, full of the inspiration as well as practical ideas for in and outside of the classroom that you have come to love!So... sit back, pop in those earbuds, and enjoy the journey with us.Let's change lives together.Join The Compassionate Educators Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/compassionateeducationresources/  for more resources.EMAIL: support@compassionateeducators.com Support the show2021-11-2006 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 41: Creating Safety and Inclusion for LGBTQ+ Students & Staff with Lee Wind"History should be like chocolate." - Lee WindIn this episode, Lee Wind brings his love for history and his mission to empower LGBTQ+ youth and community to the forefront in this powerful episode of The Compassionate Educators Show.  To serve our students means to create inclusive and safe environments for all youth as well as for adults. Whether you are here because you identify as queer, an ally, or an educator wanting to make a difference, our conversation will be insightful and full of fun facts from Lee's newest book, "No Way, They Were Gay?"2021-06-2937 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 40: Racial Trauma and the School as a Microcosm with Thea Hunter-SpiekermannIt's time we've had a conversation on The Compassionate Educators Show about Racial Trauma and how it impacts our students.Join Thea Hunter-Spiekermann and I as we shed light on the difference between racism and discrimination, the multifaceted impact that racial trauma has on every aspect of life, how to challenge our own implicit biases, and ways to support our students within our classrooms and school systems.Enjoy the Show.Thea specializes in eclectic array of psychotherapies including trauma therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, addictions counseling, and wellness coaching.  She thoroughly assesses each p...2021-06-2242 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 39: The Intersection of Inclusive Education and Immigration with Tahmina WatsonImmigration is a hot topic issue in today's political climate, making it more critical than ever to be aware of how the current key immigration issues can impact our students and their families. In today's episode I speak with Tahmina Watson, a passionate immigration lawyer who gives us very specific ways to support our students and families and create safer and more inclusive environments. As Compassionate Educators, we have incredible opportunities to make a difference in the lives of our students and their families. Please help share this powerful message with teachers and administrators everywhere. One voice CAN make...2021-06-1041 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 38: How Service Dogs Provide Unparalleled Support for Coping with PTSD, Social Anxiety and Trauma, with Brenda LauerIf I ask you to think about what veterans and children have in common, you may initially draw a blank.  Looking deeper under the surface, we discover that both veterans and many children are at a high risk for anxiety, sleep disorders, hyper-arousal  and other branches of mental illness often stemming from PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder), whether diagnosed or presenting symptoms sans a diagnosis. On today's episode, Brenda Lauer, veteran, counselor and founder of the Truman Foundation, shares amazing stories about how her service dog Truman has changed her life by decreasing her anxiety, and the be...2021-05-2137 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 37: Empowering Women and Girls to Create a Life of Intention and Vision with Tessa ThompsonCan creating a life of intention, setting boundaries, and living your authentic vision not only bring more joy to your life, but also empower your students? Join Tessa Thompson and I as we explore what life looks like when we working towards our goals inspires others around us. Tessa and I also discuss simple yet effective ways to increase student engagement and holding space for our students to create their own goals and visions.Enjoy the show!*****Tessa Thompson is a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force (Served in...2021-05-0830 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 36: Leveraging Leadership & Growth Mindset with Ava SharmaHow do we help students take responsibility in doing the "hard things"? Growth mindset has been a buzz word in education and in parenting for years now, but what does it look like in practical application to learning environments and even at home?Join me as I sit down with Ava Sharma, communication and mindset coach, as we explore the facets of leadership and growth mindset to support students in reaching their full potential.Enjoy the show!*****Ava Sharma a communication and mindset coach, specializing in motivating and influencing...2021-04-0124 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 35: Creative Assessment with Batsheva FrankelDoes the idea of "going gradeless" give you butterflies? Batsheva Frankel, the host of the popular "Overthrowing Education" podcast, longtime educator, speaker and author, and I explore how creative and gradeless assessments are actually the most efficient (and fun!) way to assess students' learning and knowledge. In a world where everyone has the demands and burdens of "shoulds/should nots", we dive into real-time ideas for building creative assessments into your classroom as well as Batsheva's personal experience of how to approach parents and administrators when utilizing grade-less assessments. The response may just surprise you... I...2021-02-1238 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 34: Understanding the Micro-Traumas of Teen Girls with Nicole McDonaldJoin Nicole McDonald, veteran school social worker, educator and parenting coach, and I as we explore the realities facing teen (and pre-teen) girls that can lead to school difficulties, anxiety, depression, declines in academic achievement and self-harming behaviors as well as disconnect from family and friends. Learn what teachers, school staff and parents can do to support our students so that they can learn in a safe environment and feel supported in the challenges they face.While our conversation does not include explicit language, it is intended for mature audiences... PG13 if you will.  We e...2021-01-0236 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 33: Mindfulness in School, Online and at Home with Andrew Jordan NanceHow can we improve our children's ability to focus, develop empathy, and increase self-understanding & emotional intelligence... without spending a dime? Join Andrew Jordan Nance, the founder of Mindful Arts San Francisco and author of four Mindfulness books, including the popular Puppy Mind, and I as we take a conversational journey to uncover the richness a mindfulness practice can bring for yourself and your students. Andrew give simple yet powerful tips for teaching children how to reconnect with their inner voice, explains why there are no "bad" emotions, and what we might be missing in our own lives t...2020-11-2741 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 32: Lesson Impossible on Letting Go of the Perfectionist Mindset with Aviva LevinIn this episode, I bring you a conversation between Aviva Levin, host of Lesson Impossible, where the tables are turned as Aviva interviews me as the guest on the hot-seat! In this powerful episode we discuss letting go of the perfectionist mindset, the Helper's Risk Trifecta, how to improve your own mental wellness, and having an identity outside of the role of teacher (or parent!)Enjoy the show!Let's change lives together.Connect with Aviva here:Website: www.lessonimpossible.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/avivalevinInstagram:  ht...2020-11-2530 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 31: Welcome to Season 2 (Behind-the-Scenes)Welcome to Season 2 of The Compassionate Educators Show! I am thrilled to share new conversations with you as we weave in ways to increase resiliency, reduce the impacts of trauma, discover new ways to be mindful and empower ourselves and our students and children so that we can bring more light and joy into the world. In this episode I take you behind-the-scenes of where I've been the last few months and share with you where we are going on this journey of The Compassionate Educators Show. Welcome back friends!Support the show2020-11-2512 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowSummer Enrichment 3: How Gardening Can Nurture At-Risk Students with Dr. Julie LetoThere are ways we can teach students emotional regulation, growth mindset, and empathy while helping them to connect with themselves, and the environment. Join Dr. Julie Leto and I as we have a dynamic conversation about using gardening to help students learn lessons that will be invaluable in school and throughout their life. As Dr. Julie points out, all students are "at-risk", so whether you work with elementary age children, middle or high school students, this episode on connecting gardening to the classroom is likely to inspire you in seeing growth through an entirely new lens. Dr, J...2020-08-0829 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowSummer Enrichment 2: Using Creativity to Unmask Potential with Dr. De Vida GillWe continue our summer enrichment series with Dr. De Vida Gill who shares wonderful insights on how to unmask your students creativity as well as your own. Our conversation can help you to engage students in a new way and gain powerful tips for how to use forms of expression during "character-building" days. Dr. De Vida Gill has over 25 years of personal, professional, and program development experience and training working with nonprofits, for profits, school, community, and government entities. As an Author, Speaker, Educator, Transformational Life Coach/Strategist, and Founder/CEO of Mahogany Vida Unlimited, LLC she h...2020-08-0228 minLesson: Impossible - An Exploration of Educational InnovationLesson: Impossible - An Exploration of Educational InnovationPART II: Agent Aviva Levin (Reflections on Season Two)Your lesson, should you choose to accept it, is to reflect on all the wisdom shared in Lesson: Impossible’s second season. The special agent assigned to help you with this task is your host, and mission coordinator, Aviva Levin.   A transcript for this episode can be found here.   As many school years come to an end, so does Lesson: Impossible’s second season. I will be taking a break in July, and will be back in August with some episodes I’m really excited about, such as home-schooling partnerships, gradeless assessme...2020-07-0112 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowSummer Enrichment 1: Improv to Increase Engagement, Retention and Fun with Aviva LevinOur first summer enrichment episode is full of fun and improv... in more ways than one! Learn how to engage and motivate your students, regardless of academic or language abilities, in an incredibly fun way! Take notes as Aviva shares invaluable tips on bringing impov into your classroom (yes, this can be done virtually as well, connect with her personally to discover how to make it work for your students!)Aviva Levin is passionate about incorporating improv into all subject matters, but she could happily spend hours discussing every aspects of education, which she does on her...2020-06-2928 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowSummer Episode 1: Bonus! Intro to the Summer Enrichment SeriesSummer is here which means it's time for The Compassionate Educators Show 1st Summer Enrichment Series! The next 2 months will be filled with bonus guest sessions to explore creative pursuits and fun ideas to bring into your classroom... or personal life! Enjoy the show!Let's change lives together.Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/compassionateeducationresources/  for more resources.EMAIL support@compassionateeducators.com or VISIT https://www.compassionateeducators.com/ to learn more about working directly with Marie and services she provides to educators and schools....2020-06-2008 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 30: Supporting Gifted Students and Recognizing Individuality with Sarah BuieHave you ever wondered what students in the gifted & talented programs are really thinking about their experiences? Today's guest offers a unique perspective that can enrich and deepen your perspective of the gifted programs in the United States. Sarah Buie is a junior at Wichita State University studying psychology and public health.  She has had a unique educational experience by attending both private and public school, homeschooling, living on a college campus as a high school student, and participating in her public school's gifted and talented program.  We discuss:Sarah's unique perspective on the edu...2020-06-1330 minLesson: Impossible - An Exploration of Educational InnovationLesson: Impossible - An Exploration of Educational InnovationAgent Marie Kueny (Teacher Mental Wellness)Your lesson, should you choose to accept it, is to be compassionate to yourself as you develop strategies for mental wellness. The special agent assigned to help you with this task is counselor, coach and podcaster Marie Kueny of Kenosha, Wisconsin.   A transcript is available for this episode   In this episode we discuss letting go of the perfectionist mindset, how we can Teach and Go Home, the Helper’s Risk Trifecta, the counselor’s role in supporting teachers, how to set up your teaching career for mental wellness, and having an identi...2020-06-0730 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 29: Holding Space for Students to Reflect and Process Events That Can Feel OverwhelmingIn light of recent events, specifically events that relate to the global outcries of racial injustice, the Black Lives Matter movement, acknowledgement of white privilege, and more exposure to witnessing violence founded in racism, I have chosen to create an episode to help educators hold space for their students to reflect on and process their own experiences. This is not meant to be a therapy session in the classroom, but there are ways which we can create therapeutic and safe environments within the boundaries and context of school.I do urge you to listen to and absorb...2020-06-0513 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 28: Teachers, You Don't Have To Go It AloneMany first year teachers get the added value of mentorship, then poof, you're supposed to go it alone with the exception of occasional professional development or team collaboration which may or may not be helpful. Discover how veteran teacher Elaine Griggs found the support she needs to continue her journey of being a life-changing teacher without self-sacrifice.Let's change lives together.Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/compassionateeducationresources/  for more resources.EMAIL support@compassionateeducators.com or VISIT https://www.compassionateeducators.com/ to learn more about w...2020-05-2218 minOverthrowing EducationOverthrowing EducationMarie Kueny: Dealing with Challenges, Healing the GriefTwo special guests join me in this inspiring episode - Marie Kueny of the Compassionate Educators podcast, and grief coach, Kaley Zeitouni.  They are here to help us deal with everything that is going on, and all the things that no longer are.  So If you are a parent, teacher or student feeling burnt-out, depressed or overwhelmed or if you are grieving over what we lost from the past and what won’t be happening now in the future, this episode is for you.2020-05-171h 08Overthrowing EducationOverthrowing EducationMarie Kueny: Dealing with Challenges, Healing the GriefTwo special guests join me in this inspiring episode - Marie Kueny of the Compassionate Educators podcast, and grief coach, Kaley Zeitouni.  They are here to help us deal with everything that is going on, and all the things that no longer are.  So If you are a parent, teacher or student feeling burnt-out, depressed or overwhelmed or if you are grieving over what we lost from the past and what won’t be happening now in the future, this episode is for you.2020-05-171h 08The Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 27: What Do the Students Want?To empower students is quite simple. Help them to be seen and heard. Show them that they matter.Everyone is discussing the impact of this year's school closures while politicians and school leadership make plans for the changes that will occur when schools reopen. Educators are demanding that their voices be heard in these decisions and parents are wanting more choices in how to proceed. There is one group though who is impacted the most by these decision, yet their opinions are rarely sought after.What do the students want?2020-05-1615 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 26: Are You a Cookie Cutter Teacher?Have you ever received a boxed curriculum that seemed so promising, but at the end of the day, it just doesn't cut it? That's because you dear educator are not a one-size-fits-all, cookie-cutter teacher!If you have materials sitting around collecting dust, or have ever felt that you have so much more to offer your students than a prepackaged curriculum possibly can, this episode is for you!Thank you teachers for being incredibly committed to serving our children in every way you can. Happy Teachers' Appreciation Week!Let's change lives together.2020-05-0220 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 25: The Mindful Moments Morning RoutineDo you desire more energy, flow, joy and productivity throughout your day? By intentionally starting your morning with specific actions, you can truly rise and shine, and have clarity throughout the day.While this podcast is designed for teachers and educators, this Mindful Moments Morning Routine is beneficial for everyone, including students, who desire more calm, peace and positivity in their dayLet's change lives together.Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/compassionateeducationresources/  for more resources.Register here for the FREE Emotional Fitness Workshop beginning o...2020-04-2530 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 24: What should schools prioritize when we reopen?For the first time in our lives, we can take time to reflect on what we truly want traditional education to look like and then make changes to make it happen.I invite you to explore with me, what would happen if students and staff well-being are prioritized? What if physical, emotional and mental health were at the forefront of every school's action plans? What if students natural tendency for curiosity, exploration and engagement were reignited because their basic needs and happiness mattered? What if school violence, anxiety and depression decreased because we showed them that they...2020-04-1825 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 23: Decoding Student Emotions with Dan HillHave you ever wished you knew what your students were thinking? Ever wonder how to engage your students in a more meaningful way so that your lessons really made an impact? Want to know a secret to student motivation?In today's episode, Decoding Student Emotions with Dan Hill, we investigate how teachers and educators can better read their students emotions and nonverbal cues in order to make lessons more relevant. We explore how to make a deeper emotional connection which will increase the likelihood of your students retaining information and getting the most out of your time and...2020-04-1136 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 22: For the Love of Learning (Distance Learning Edition)How do you use this current state of distance learning due to the pandemic as an opportunity for student connection? How can you help students share a genuine love of learning? Consider moving from teacher-focused to student-led learning while teaching your virtual classrooms.__________________________________________________Want to discover ways to help students go from breakdowns to breakthroughs? Register for the FREE Emotional Regulation Workshop beginning March 30, 2020 HERE: https://www.compassionateeducators.com/workshopLet's change lives together.Join our Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/compassionateeducationresources/  for more resources.V...2020-04-0411 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 21: Vocal Health 101 for Teachers with Brienne HennessyThis week, we are taking you down an unexpected path to ensure your primary asset, your voice, is in optimal health for both online teaching and in the classroom!Join Brienne and I as we to to discover...What is vocal health? You are a vocal athlete. What does that mean? Why are you at risk for a voice impairment and what does that mean for your careerTips to conserve your voiceBrienne Hennessy, M.A.,CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed Speech-Voice Pathologist and Vocal Empowerment Coach, practicing for the last 13 years in the sp...2020-03-2830 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 20: The Reality of Grief During Unexpected School ClosuresJoin Professional School Counselor, Beth Pelc, and I as we discuss the impacts school closures have on educators. There is a real sense of grief and loss, especially with shutdowns occurring with little notice. Students and school staff alike are grieving the loss of rites of passage, graduations, school concerts and what has been normal routine for so long.Beth and I discuss the stages of grief as how it relates to this specific time of sudden school closures, a "new" normal and how we can process these feelings.Disclaimer: If you are feeling depressed...2020-03-2126 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 19: Using Coronavirus as a Life SkillIt's important as Compassionate Educators to lean into the most fundamental aspects of compassion. Therefore, we are going to talk about Coronavirus today but in a way that you can use this experience as a life skill when working with students, or even with your own children. In this episode I discuss how to speak to students about health in a proactive and empowering manner. Since recording this episode, there are more and more schools temporarily closing the doors to their physical buildings, but this information is relevant during virtual connections, upon returning to school, and even...2020-03-1422 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 18: Culturally Connected STEM Integration with Dr. Tiffany PowellCulturally connected instruction intentionally acknowledges the cultural realities of students and creates meaningful linkages between cultural perspectives and instructional practices, according to this week's renowned guest, Dr. Tiffany Powell. While our conversation speaks to STEM integration, this episode is relevant to every educator who desires to create a culturally connected classroom. Dr. Tiff explains that the first step is "an inherent belief that all kids can be successful." Check out these amazing Black American mathematicians and share their contributions with your students:Dr. Shirley JacksonDr. Martha Euphemia Lofton-HaynesDr. Evelyn Boyd-Granville2020-03-0726 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 17: How to Teach and Go Home with Danielle FeltonDo you ever wonder how some teachers are able to finish the school day and then go home without hours after afterschool work? This ability usually takes years to perfect, but with Danielle Felton's PPOP method, you can put her time-tested strategies into place immediately so you can "Teach and Go Home"! (Scroll down for a FREE copy of her book!)Ms. Danielle E. Felton, author of Teach and Go Home, is a passionate and faith-driven educator. Stemming from a line of educators, Danielle has been immersed in the field of education in education since childhood. It...2020-02-2924 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 16: Conference Environments and Expectations Applied to the ClassroomWhat can we learn about classroom environment needs and student needs by examining our own experiences in a conference setting? This week I had the opportunity to present at my state's school counseling conference which took me on a discovery of reflection. How can we structure our classrooms in a way that is truly bringing out the best for our students? What can we learn by observing our own behaviors?Bonus: Discover what I did when I was pregnant, even though we typically tell the kids not to, but I don't regret it! (Do you think this...2020-02-2223 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 15: Social Emotional Learning (SEL) & The Brain with Kristin HoviousJoin Marie Kueny, Founder of Compassionate Educators and Kristin Hovious, Owner of SEL Chicago and Certified Trainer at Positive Discipline Association for a deep discussion to bring more social emotional learning (SEL) into your classroom.We explore:THE BRAIN BOOK, a children's rhyming book to help students learn more about the functions of their brain and how it impacts their BEHAVIORS.Creating intentional mutually respectful RELATIONSHIPS to improve behavior and increase SELF-CAREWhy CO-REGULATION is importantEstablishing SAFETY in the classroomAn alternative to punishmentThis episode is a GAME-CHANGER!!Enjoy the show.___________________________________________2020-02-1534 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 14: A Sneak Peak Behind the School Counselor's DoorWe are wrapping up National School Counseling Week (NSCW) 2020. Today's episode is a great listen for not only for school counselors, but also for any educator who is curious about what school counselors do.Discover:What the recommended school counselor to student ratio is per ASCA (and which state has the most dismal number)A brief overview of what a school counselor does behind-the-scenesWhat school counselors wish that classroom teachers knew about their roleWhy you may want to advocate for more school counselors in your schoolEnjoy the show.___________________________________________Let's change...2020-02-0627 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 13: Peaceful Conflict Resolution for the ClassroomJoin Marie Kueny as she focuses on social emotional learning (SEL), one of her most beloved topics, during the month of February. Today's episode gives you an outline of how you can lay the foundation for peaceful conflict resolutions in the classroom. Marie then digs deeper into proven strategies for mediating conflicts when they arise. Peaceful Conflict ResolutionAs created by Robert E. ValettRespect the right to disagree.Express your real concerns.Share common goals and interests.Open yourself to different points of view.Listen carefully to...2020-02-0128 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 12: Setting Boundaries to Improve Life-Work BalanceWant more time and energy? Better health and more fulfilling relationships? Today we dive into one of the most effective ways to achieve our most significant desires - setting boundaries.Teachers are in work mode nearly 24/7. The steps needed to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue reach beyond self-care (although that is important as well!). Let's take a look at how we can set boundaries in order to allow more time and energy for ourselves, as well as improving our health and relationships.Enjoy the show.___________________________________________Let's change lives together! 2020-01-2519 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 11: Secondary Trauma, Part 3 of the Helper's Risk TrifectaIn this third and final installment of The Helper's Risk Trifecta series, we examine secondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma.Discover what may be putting you at greater risk for secondary trauma and how to protect yourself from experiencing secondary trauma in the classroom as well as the signs and symptoms.Burnout, compassion fatigue, and secondary trauma all have similarities, but it's important to recognize the slight nuances of each so you can address the root cause of problems you may be experiencing due to The Helper's Risk Trifecta. Awareness is always the first...2020-01-1821 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 10: Compassion Fatigue, Part 2 of the Helper's Risk TrifectaIn part 2 of "The Helper's Risk Trifecta" series, we explore compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue is similar to burnout, but the root causes are different. In order to alleviate a problem, we have to understand the cause, so join in to discover how compassion fatigue may be impacting you or your colleagues. Additionally, I share a behind-the-scenes clip with Barbara Gruener as she shares insights on her perspective of Compassion Fatigue and her personal journey through it.As always, I give simple yet effective strategies to help.Enjoy the show.___________________________________________2020-01-1122 minThe Compassionate Educators ShowThe Compassionate Educators ShowEpisode 9: Teacher Burnout, Are you at Risk? Part 1 of the Helper's Risk TrifectaBurnout is at an all-time high, with nearly half of teachers leaving the profession in the first 5 years and over 90% feeling high levels of stress.This episode will be the first in a three-part series addressing what I coined the risk trifecta: burnout, compassion fatigue and secondary trauma.I will share enlightening stats on teacher stress and how to address and prevent burnout.If you want to learn more, join me in the Compassionate Educators Facebook group were I will host a live training every Sunday this month on the risk trifecta. 2020-01-0419 min