K-12 Education’s Post

One of the things us humans crave, is the knowledge that somehow, we’re making a positive difference. Whether it’s in the lives of the children we’re raising, the partner we’re loving, the students we’re supporting or the staff we’re leading. There is one thing that determines whether you end up making that difference for both of your benefits, or just for yours. And that is all down to whether you’re instructing, or inspiring. We very rarely change or shift our mood by being told what to do. Most of the time, instructing is for our benefit. 100% of the time inspiring is for everyone’s. How do you inspire instead of simply instruct? It’s all about intelligence. Emotional intelligence. Your level of self-awareness is the place to start. You can probably relate to feeling bad, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck, feeling powerless, feeling anxious, feeling unimportant, invisible, discarded, disrespected, controlled, bullied, exhausted, stressed or feeling flat. But NOT one of those is actually articulating how you’re really feeling. Yet each one comes with an “I feel” in front of it. No wonder we’re all bloody terrified of feelings and do a sphincter clench every time someone starts a sentice with “I feel…”. None of those are an emotion. Each one of those IS a diagnosis. When you learn how to articulate your real emotions, without diving into the shark infested waters of vulnerability (a term used by one of my clients last week), you begin to take back your clarity, your energy, your focus and your ability to inspire others to do the same. I am currently teaching a group of teachers these skills and the impact has not only been positive, it has also made everything easier. They have shared that engagement, attendance and cohesion is up - and that’s not just in the students, but also in the staff. You see, you are the key. When you can translate your own emotions, they stop shouting, which means you stop self-sabotaging, self-soothing and stop trying to fix everyone else in an effort to fix yourself. You’re not broken. Once you tap into your true inner (and infinite) value, an amazing thing will happen. You’ll stop trying your prove that you have it. And then you will naturally, easily and effortlessly do the same for everyone you encounter - without even realising it. Think back to that school teacher, sports coach or relative you had that you hated. What did they teach you? Think back to that school teacher, sports coach or relative that you really liked. What did they teach you? And here’s the big question: Which one do you think genuinely liked themselves more? Emotional intelligence. The more we have, the easier life, leading, learning, listening and even liking ourselves and others is. www.RebootYourLife.com.au Book a free Strategy Consult and I’ll help you get an judgement-free idea of where yours (or your team’s) is at.

If we want to become long-term thinkers and accomplish our goals, we need to take the right actions—but finding motivation can sometimes be challenging. Dorie Clark, an educator at Columbia University, shares three strategies to “trick yourself” into doing what you need to do. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eHsPRStE #Procrastination #ToDo #StressManagement #Educators #HigherEducation

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 Happiness is not just found in big accomplishments—it's in the small, consistent habits we practice every day. Here are a few strategies that help me stay positive and energized as a teacher: 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞: Each day, I take a moment to reflect on what I’m thankful for. Whether it’s a positive interaction with students or achieving a small goal, gratitude helps me stay grounded. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: As educators, we often have busy schedules, but taking even a short walk between classes refreshes both my body and mind. 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬: Teaching comes with many challenges, but breaking down bigger tasks into smaller, more achievable steps helps me stay motivated and avoid overwhelm. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬: I value connecting with my students and fellow teachers—it creates a support system that lifts me up on even the busiest of days. 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: At the end of each week, I spend time reflecting on what went well and where I can improve. It keeps me focused on personal growth. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫!

THIS IS NOT A REFLECTION OF YOUR SON/DAUGHTER'S POTENTIAL If your son/daughter is getting average grades, quit believing that that is a reflection of their potential. Because it's not! The idea that if a student is performing at average, that that is a reflection is their potential, intellect and ability is absurd. It's not only absurd, but it is ridiculous! Yet, the vast majority of people accept it as true, believe it and think that nothing can be done. I say it is absurd and ridiculous because ,if you ask any scientist or psychologist who has seriously studied the HUMAN MIND and HUMAN POTENTIAL, they will be quick to tell that that is not true. First, they will tell you that the HUMAN POTENTIAL IS INFINITE, and that applies to all human beings breathing--regardless of age, gender, race, origin or anything else that might be presented is an excuse. Now, this is a basic truth and there is no question about it or exceptional. Second, they'll tell you that if you UNDERSTAND THE WORKING OF HUMAN MIND, and show any student HOW TO APPLY MENTAL and UNIVERSAL LAWS, they can get any grade they want--regardless of their past performance. (Unfortunately that is not taught in school, yet it's key to exceptional performance not just in school, but in any area of life!) Third, they will probably tell you that it is going to be easier getting "STRAIGHT As"--with understanding and application of Mental Laws--than it has been getting "D", "C" or "B" grades. See, if a student is NOT GETTING TOP GRADES, IT IS NOT BECAUSE THEY CAN'T, it's because THEY DO NOT KNOW HOW TO DO IT. If shown how, THEY CAN GET ANY GRADE THEY WANT! So, contrary to most people's perception, the student's under-performance is problem of AWARENESS (Not Knowing How), rather than ability (they have INFINITE POTENTIAL). This is why we couple our 30-Day Academic Performance Coaching Program with 1-ON-1 COACHING and show the students how to permanently become "STRAIGHT A" student and never go back again to under-performance. Remember, there is no greater gift you can give your son/daughter than the gift of education. Even more, showing them how to get any grade they want so they have the opportunity to join their choice of university and pursue their dream course. Or the gift of helping them to graduate with First-class Honors or with a "Distinction" if they are in university/college, which would open doors for them in the job market. By graduating top-class, you increases the chances of your son/daughter to get amazing opportunities inn the job market. Reach out to us via DM--this DECEMBER HOLIDAY--and LET'S WORK WITH YOUR SON/DAUGHTER and SHOW THEM HOW TO GO FROM WHERE THEY ARE, TO THE GRADE THEY WANT! Listen to the FREE 7-MINUTE COACHING SESSION below from "UNLOCK THE GENIUS WITHIN" ...our 30-Day Coaching Program that Show Students How to Go from Average to Top Grades! Then get to us and we'd be glad to help you!

A Little Better Every Day – Teaching Children The Power of Continual Progress As a parent, I’ve come to understand how easy it is to spot where my daughters might be going wrong and how they could strive for perfection. However, aiming for perfection, where there’s no room for improvement, can be detrimental. Real progress isn’t immediate; it takes time. What matters most is instilling the value of continual improvement over perfection. As my daughters and I both evolve, I’ve realized the key principles to demonstrate and instill this life skill are: 1. It’s okay to feel afraid when embarking on something new. The fear of failure shouldn’t hinder us from trying new challenges, be it a sport, hobby, social interaction, or academic pursuit. 2. Prompt decision-making is crucial. Indecisiveness is a choice in itself. Making quick, thoughtful decisions based on personal resonance is more effective than overanalyzing and seeking multiple opinions. 3. Embrace the “fake it till you make it” mentality. Overcoming self-doubts and fears by embodying the persona of who you aspire to be can be transformative. For instance, practicing public speaking in front of a mirror or recording oneself can boost confidence. 4. Adopt a performance-driven mindset by consistently taking small actions towards self-improvement. Whether in sports or academics, daily drills and practice enhance muscle memory and long-term learning. 5. Focus on what’s essential by identifying what you don’t want to become. Listing undesirable traits like laziness or dependency helps clarify goals and steer focus towards positive aspirations. Our daily actions, decisions, and words not only impact our own growth but also influence those who look up to us for guidance. Though consistency may be challenging, keep trying. Remember, children learn more from observation than mere advice.

At the end of my professional development sessions, I have stopped asking participants to write down something that excited them or one thing they will add to their existing practice that is easy. People are going to naturally do that. Instead I have started asking partipants at the end of each session, what did I say that made you uncomfortable? What did I say that brought up unpleasant feelings where you didn’t agree with me? Was there anything that shocked you or is polar opposite of what you currently do? The faces in the crowd are priceless. I am asking for them to think of how we disagreed and not how we agree. It is always silent and almost tense. And then I tell them, here is why we need to find and sit in the parts of the session that were uncomfortable, that is where the greatest opportunity for impactful growth lies if you approach it with curiosity. We only grow when we are uncomfortable. I am trying to change teaching styles, discipline practices, core beliefs of behavior and punishment. I don’t want you to agree with me 100% because then I have changed nothing. I am what I call a “cupcake presenter.” Educators are hungry for help and when a speaker gives them everything they want and everyone feels good but no real information. They are still hungry, they feel good for a few hour or even a day but when you ask them what did they learn there is nothing. It’s like being hungry and eating a cupcake, it tastes amazing but you are still hungry. Let me say life needs to have cupcakes sparingly but not when we are starving. After saying all this, we plan how to use curiosity and fear to embrace what made you feel uncomfortable. How do you leave your comfort zone, step into the fear zone, shake hands with fear, and step forward. How do you take those brave baby steps to real change because the children need you to be brave now. They need you to walk in courage and do what a small percent of people who attend PD do. They need you to actually change your internal system of practice. We cannot keep living in insanity doing what we have always done, and expecting a different outcome. This way to end a PD session has been much more impactful for change. As humans we naturally walk away from discomfort, how do we start to walk to it? We ask this of our students each day, are we brave enough to do the same?

Don't be scared off of surrounding yourself with people who expect a lot of you. Today I watched a phenomenal faculty member teach in a very direct, sometimes no-nonsense way that included asking a lot of questions, calling on individual students, walking all around the room, and setting expectations upfront about not using phones or other distractions. It also included a lot of fun, a lot of passion, a lot of storytelling, and a lot of joking. And at the end of the lecture he showed how student-centric he is by hanging around to have individual conversations with many students about where they're from and what they're interested in. He expects a lot, and some don't do well with him. If you're not interested in working hard, actually learning something, and being challenged, you probably don't want this professor. You're gonna go on Rate My Professor, check the score and comments, and compare with other teachers, and when you see that some say he's too tough, you'll steer clear. That's your prerogative. I can't totally fault you for using your resources. And to be clear, it's true that different styles are better for different people. You might know you don't operate well in a higher-intensity environment, and that's perfectly alright. Just make sure you're being honest with yourself about why you're choosing an easier path. If it's truly best for you at this time, awesome. But if you realize you're just trying to take it easy, check yourself. If you're interested in getting the most out of your (probably expensive) education and learning all you can... Avoiding people like this will NOT do you any favors. Same goes in your career. Find people to work for (and with) who push you to become something more than you are now. People who believe you can do and be more and better than you are right now. People who will hold you accountable to develop and do great work. It'll be scary and stressful sometimes. But don't seek out chill people just to have an easier road. Find some folks to surround yourself with that balance high expectations with high care. #careerdevelopment #challenge #expectations #youcandohardthings

A ‘request mindset’ can transform your teamwork, says author and mindset speaker Eugene Seah. “The habit of making requests and offering help, creates a more collaborative and creative team culture… Some have the misconception that it makes everyone more busy, but actually… it’s the direct opposite.” Have you ever struggled with requesting help from others? How did you overcome that challenge? Share in the comments or write a post from your profile using this link. https://lnkd.in/eKWTeb85 #IOTD #mindset #workplace

Be who you needed to be when you were younger. 7 unconventional steps that actually work: 1) Write a letter to your younger self. Tell them what you've learned: ◦ What to focus on ◦ What to avoid ◦ What to prepare for ◦ What to enjoy ◦ What to appreciate Give your younger self the advice you wished you had received. 2) Revisit your childhood interests. What did you love doing as a kid? What games did you play? What books did you read? What activities did you enjoy? Explore those interests again. Rekindle that joy. 3) Find a mentor. What knowledge do you wish you had when you were younger? Find someone who has that knowledge and ask for their guidance. They can help you get better faster and avoid common pitfalls. 4) Teach what you've learned. Sharing your knowledge with others helps you solidify it. Use your experience to help someone else. By teaching, you'll also find new perspectives and learn more. 5) Practice forgiveness. What mistakes did you make when you were younger? Forgive yourself. The guilt and shame will only hold you back. Accept it, learn from it, let it go. 6) Take calculated risks. What opportunities did you miss when you were younger? Don't fear taking risks. Just make sure they're calculated. The cost of inaction is often greater than the cost of action. 7) Start where you are. You can't change the past, but you can change the present. Take small steps towards your goals, and over time you will get there. Remember, it's never too late to be who you needed to be when you were younger.

Why does personal development seem extremely easy for some people but nearly impossible for others? If you are feeling like improvement is practically impossible for you, this post is for you! This begs the question: 🤨Is there only one way to teach and learn? As a parent, you quickly figured out Mother Nature has a sense of humor when it comes to your kids-- What worked for teaching a skill to one child almost never worked for the rest. It forced you to find different ways to translate ideas to action for your kids. The same is true for you as a parent. 😮 You learn differently than another person. Your ability to grow personally is also tied to finding the framework that works best for you. 💡 Figuring out what that framework is easier than you think. Four Personal Development frameworks are listed in the graphic below by Creator Igor Buinevici, including: ⏩The Johari Window, DISC Model, Active Listening Model, and Emotional Intelligence Framework. ⏩Look over these models to see which one appeals to you the most. Give it a try and see how quickly you start to notice progress. 👏 With tools that work better for you, you can create better results! If you want to learn more about navigating your Empty nest journey while staying connected with and supportive of your adult kids-  💡Tune in daily at 7 AM Arizona time, for more golden nuggets and actionable advice.   #emptynestsyndrome #parentingtips #midlifecrisis #personaldevelopment