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You've got the Touch. You've got the Power! Who else is excited for tomorrow? (Edit for clarification: This is a celebration of the series, not the movie!) My wife and I are super excited about it. Maybe it's my GenX-ness but my wife and I bonded over movies and cartoons and this was one of them. Neither of us got to see it in the theater, however, so getting the chance to see a big-screen presentation of the OG series is a big deal. Makes me very excited for the movie re-release in 2026 (assuming that happens). Fun fact - it was a movie quote (from the movie Hudson Hawk) that caused me to notice and eventually fall in love with my wife. I am so blessed that her and I can share these kinds of things and geek out together. It was going to see the live-action Transformers movie on opening day that was a bonding experience for us... But we also give each other space to be our own people. For example, she spends hours gaming online with friends... and I don't enjoy that. Does that mean I demand that she not want to do that and spend time with me instead? Heavens no! I want her to *want* to spend time with me - so I give space for both our shared interests and those that belong to just us. That is so key for relationships. So, whether it is as a couple or 'your thing' - who else is going to see the 40th anniversary event? https://lnkd.in/eND-CXEJ

MORE THAN YOU KNOW" BY MATT-Q https://lnkd.in/gbfjQ6sN In a world dominated by appearances and surface-level interactions, Matt-Q's "More Than You Know" is a reminder that what truly matters often lies beneath the surface. We live in an age where packaging and external perceptions define what is valued and desirable. We make assumptions about people, fitting them into our own molds of how the world should be, but the truth is, no amount of control or accomplishments can ever tame the impulses of the human heart or the moral choices that arise from within. To truly understand someone—to know what they stand for and believe in—requires time, patience, and effort. It’s about more than social media likes, photos, or curated videos; it’s about seeing people in their rawest form, especially in the spaces where they are most authentic—around family and in situations where masks can no longer hide who they really are. This song reflects the importance of looking beyond the superficial and recognizing the deep, quiet love and care that others may hold for us—love that is often overlooked because we’re too distracted by the wrong things or searching for validation in the wrong places. "More Than You Know" is a powerful reminder to slow down, take time to truly see those who love and care for us, and appreciate the depth of their feelings, even when we may not fully understand them. Join us as we reflect on this beautiful song and the importance of recognizing genuine love and connection in a world of facades. 💖🎶 🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more thought-provoking music insights. 🔔 #MattQ #MoreThanYouKnow #LoveBeyondAppearances #GenuineConnection #DeeperUnderstanding #MusicWithMeaning #ReflectiveMusic

What can Miley Cyrus at #GrammyAwards teach us about speaking? 🎤 You watch a performer like Miley and you can see how much FUN she's having - completely in her element on stage, engaging with the audience, cracking jokes, doing cheeky asides. When someone loves what they do on stage, it really shines through. It reminds how much of stagecraft is bring your WHOLE SELF to the stage. You quirks and all. Some highlights: "Why are you acting like you don't know this song?" ➡️ Brings the audience into it and gives THEM permission to have fun too. It's a small act of partnering with the audience that has a BIG impact, because she's saying 'you and I are one here' and letting them into her world and her fun. ➡️ Partnering with your audience is so important. Someone having a mic can instantly make people freeze up - she's saying she's no better or more worthy than them. During her speech, "I got stuck in traffic and thought I was going to miss this moment" ➡️ She's not trying to be polished or celebrity-like. She's on a level with the crowd, which instantly warms them to her. Spending most of her speech adoring Mariah Carey (we love a humble queen) and being a fan-girl makes her seem charming and authentic. Takeaway: Often, we forget that performing is about play. Miley reminds me the most important thing is to have fun on stage, it doesn't need to be PERFECT, it just needs to be YOU. TEAM MILEY! Need a fun, dynamic emcee for your next event in New York or London? Want someone to coach you in public speaking? Let's chat: angelica@abouttimemagazine.co.uk #publicspeaking #publicspeakingtips #grammys #Grammys2024 #emcee #MC #eventhost

Hey, Rise Up Fam! From this week's short clip from our panel, Linda speaks on how she chose her specialty in tech art. Hear more about how she tailored her skill set by heading over to our YouTube channel for the full video!

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I've been thinking about....the paradigm shift to #authentic learning experiences. Now, hear me out. I call out the #paradigmshift because providing authentic learning experiences for our young people is SO much more than mimicking real-world experiences. It's about building #relationships among the adults in a #school, #district, and #community that result in enlightened collaboration that INCLUDES how we can work together to create actual experiences for young people that impact the world around them. Left alone, teachers, at best, can create versions of real-life experiences. And, in some cases, teachers are pulling together what's needed to create these opportunities for our young people but..honestly...they shouldn't be left alone to shoulder the effort. If we empower teachers by providing the structures, processes, and incentives needed for deep collaboration across a community....well, just imagine what they can do? One simple example is shared here by Jayden Balbuena Valles - a new colleague I met via collaboration here on #linkedin. Jayden is a part of a film maker team in Santa Ana Unified School District who, as a result of the intentional collaboration of a lot of adults AND the determination of young people, is creating real-world products for real-world clients. Imagine the impact on #motivation when young people come to school to learn in this way. Imagine the impact on #chronicabsenteesism when THESE are the types of experiences awaiting our young people. Imagine how much more possible this type of design can be when every single one of us sees ourselves as a part of making it happen (aka this is NOT a "teachers should...." type of shift). Feeling brave? Share an idea below about how YOU (yeah, not "they" or "them") can become involved in making authentic learning happen in your community schools. There. I said it. #itatakesallofus #communitymatters Dawn S. Reese, CFRE Tim Hanner Jerry Almendarez Dr. Lorraine Mora Perez Eric Timmons Cory Strasser Andy Johnsen, Ed.D. Joseph Clevenger Ed Manansala Ed.D. Frank Miranda, Ed.D. Laurie Dent, Ph.D. Erin Jones Trevor Greene, Ed.D. Gloria Ciriza, Ed.D. Todd Lile Babatunde Ilori

Regarding last night's #PresidentialDebate2024, I believe this is an ideal moment to share one of my favourite videos - #LaurieAnderson's 2010 "Another Day in America." Anderson, a pioneer in experimenting with technology, used a vocoder to make her spoken or sung words sound as if they are also being sung by an instrument, creating an eerie 'voice of authority'. The closing question in the clip, "How do we begin again?" resonates with prescience and foreboding, suggesting that the American Dream is swiftly fading for many. It's truly worth a listen. Anderson's #creative work, often described as #avantgarde, represents cerebral rock at its finest. A human kaleidoscope of thought-provoking ideas and concepts. The world desperately needs more artists like Anderson. My favourite quote from her is: Art is about paying attention. And we need to pay extra special attention to events in the months and years ahead. #art #music #usa #concepts #creativity #prescience

Here's the first clue to today's "What's It?" Wednesday--you can see the 2nd clue in this MyStar link: https://lnkd.in/gUKhSWp7 #WhatsitWednesday

POV: When you let the brushes do the talking and paint for your one true love. Here's a fun and artsy compilation of our day's highlights. 👩🏻🎨 #LoveAndGratitude #MothersDay #ArtItWithCD