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There is a lot going on in the world right now. Everything seems politically unstable which makes life, safety and comfort feel a lot more fragile. In the midst of all that, like all of us, I have my own 'a lot' adding to the collective 'a lot' we are all experiencing. I have spent the last six weeks in daily pain and numbness in my right arm, shoulder, and neck due to a nerve compression in my neck. At this point, I am used to the pain (which is disconcerting in itself), but

Do you have any of those friends who are always up for anything, no matter how crazy or out there your idea is? It turns out I do! Quite a few of them actually. Something I learned when I decided to start this podcast. Richard Gorvett is at the top of that list. I am an INTJ. I live 90% of my life in my own head (AKA an overthinker), so although a lot of my ideas are WELL thought through when I action them, they seem quite impulsive to those who do not know me. But, you know

Can you believe it? If I were not the one who pushed the publish button, I would be answering that question with a "heck no!" But I did it. I just published my first podcast. The words running through my head right now are a whole bunch of caveats. "It's only 10 minutes." "It's not an interview, it's just an introduction." It is amazing how that little word 'JUST' can take you out. I am an entrepreneur and innovator at heart, which is lucky because I am a professor of Social

It's a legitimate question for sure. The reality, when I am in the classroom with students, or having an inspiring conversation with friends, I wish others could BE there. I wish others could learn from all the amazing people in my life. I wish that others could learn from how my students grapple with concepts and challenge themselves. I wish others could learn from my graduates' experiences as they go out and find their place in the world. A podcast makes that possible. More

Do you even have to ask that question after looking at this photo? Who would not want to spent a month of the summer on the other side of the world having the experience of a lifetime with 25 incredible young people and call it WORK. Students at the top of Lion's Head looking at the view I have the best job in the world, and I wish more people realized how amazing it is to be a teacher, because the world needs more teachers. There are challenges, yes, but every job has its ch

One of the core pillars of RESPONSEABLE, to share OUR story so others can be inspired and grow from OUR experience. This story will begin with my story, but over time, I hope it will be our story...