Podcasts by KindSight 101

#38: When your Students are Homeless...(With Jody Yurkowsky Pace) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.659126

More often than we'd like to think, our students experience homelessness or are at-risk for homelessness. But educators and the general public aren't powerless to help! Jody Yurkowsky Pace is the ...

Seth Godin: What is School For? (With Seth Godin) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.655672

Have you ever found yourself stumped by the question, "Why are we doing this, for?" or have you ever been graced with the inevitable "Is this on the test?" query?
In this very special episode, ...

#42 Developing Authentic Growth Mindset (with Dr. Rebecca Alber) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.654457

We talk a lot about the concept of growth mindset in schools, but how do you develop it? In this episode, you'll learn actionable ways to foster growth mindset in yourself and in your students.

#44: Homeless in Our Cities: Victoria's Mayor Weighs-In (With Mayor Lisa Helps) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.652762

In this episode, you'll hear about the global crisis of homelessness from a Mayor's perspective. Mayor Lisa Helps is the current Mayor of Victoria, Canada and she weighs in about the hidden issues ...

#46 How to Overcome Empathic Burnout (With Dr. Rebecca Alber) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.590218

Whether you call it compassion fatigue, compassion burnout, or empathic distress, being on the front lines with those experiencing distress or trauma is taxing, emotionally. Often nurses, teachers,...

#49 Why Our Current Education Model Isn't Working (With Stefanie Faye Frank) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.587779

In part one of my interview with Stefanie Faye Frank, we discuss how the factory model of education and our behaviorist stimulus-response approach to teaching is holding our students back from bein...

#52: How to Create an Environment of Inclusion (With Dr. Rebecca Alber) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.577099

Ever wonder how the physical classroom environment can promote inclusion? In this episode you'll learn to make your students feel comfortable and build their trust through the way you adapt your cl...

Want to be Featured on KindSight 101? from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.575657

I need your help! Share some of your favourite ideas for spreading kindness for the lead up to #pinkshirtday with my listeners and be featured on the KindSight 101.

#54 Developing an Innovator's Mindset (with George Couros) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.573481

In this episode, we talk about the power of encouraging our learners and educators to be problem finders and solvers, what it takes to develop an innovator’s mindset, and the distinction betwe...

#57: How to Organize a School Kindness Expo (Part II with Tamara Letter) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.569364

This is the kindness activity I have always been looking for. It offers the perfect mix of kindness, student agency, and inquiry. I am ALL in. What is it, you ask? The Kindness Expo...a chance for ...

5 Ways to Build an Inclusive School Culture (with Dr. Julie Causton) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.561942

Have you ever wondered how to set your school up for success? How to create the kind of school climate that encourages everyone to be at their best?
In this episode, Dr. Julie Causton and I pul...

#64: The Keys to Resiliency (With Dr. McAdam) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.560912

How do we become resilient? Why is it that people who have endured generations of hardship, famine, and war (in places like Kenya, Nairobi, and Rwanda) are more psychologically resilient than many ...

#66: Choose to Rise (With Janelle Morrison) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.557729

We all have those moments, real life crashes that provide us with an opportunity to choose fear or choose to rise above the adversity and find a way to move forward. What does it take to be a real ...

#68: Self-Care through Visual Storytelling (With Deborah LeFrank) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.555846

With the recent popularity of sketchnoting in schools, I wanted to have her on the show to talk about the different ways that we can use visuals to tell a compelling story about ourselves and our s...

How to Give an Apology from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.550301

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

Just 5 Acts Of Kindness from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.545815

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

How to Promote Altrusim from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.489596

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#75: Teach Like a Pirate (With Dave Burgess) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.488721

Have you ever wanted to know the secret to truly achieving success? How to create rapport in less than one minute?
What about rethinking your personal brand-everyone has one (you can either be...

# 77: The 5 Second Key to Courage (With Amy Perkins) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.484842

Have you ever dreamed of a doing extraordinary things with your life but haven’t known where to start? Amy Perkins, an educator and teacher coach turned entrepreneur and influencer, walked away fro...

# 79 The Secret to Health and Happiness (With Gail Markin) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.480959

Have you ever wondered what the number one predictor for high-achieving teams was? What about optimizing the brain’s most basic neurochemicals to live a happier life? Did you know that there are th...

#82: The More We Get Together (With Raffi Cavoukian) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.477348

We discuss how the concept of child-honouring came to Raffi in a dream, how his earliest memories as a child in Egypt then as an immigrant to Canada framed his passion for inclusion and diversity, ...

#83: The Power of Visuals (Part I with Kristin Wiens) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.476475

Have you ever wondered which small shifts in your classroom practice could make the most impact? In Part One of my interview with Inclusion Coach, Kristin Wiens, we discuss the transformative and c...

#87: Creative on Purpose (With Scott Perry) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.472515

Scott Perry is the ceo of Creative on Purpose, which helps people like you see and step into possibility in endeavors that make a difference. I met him as a coach on Seth Godin’s Akimbo workshops a...

A Leadership Blueprint for Uncertain Times (With Nadia Lopez) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.468942

#90: The Dope Educator (With David Jay) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.463757

David Jay aka The Dope Educator is a fifth grade educator-rockstar from Memphis Tennessee. The 32 year old started gaining the attention of the masses including Access Hollywood, good morning Ameri...

Black Lives Matter in Schools (with Baruti Kafele) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.459443

School Leadership Expert
One of the most sought-after school leadership experts and education presenters in America, Principal Kafele is impacting America’s schools! He has delivered over two ...

Unity through Art (With Raphael Divi) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.455715

Raphael (Didier) Vincent from Port-Au Prince Haiti, grew up as the middle child in a family of five brothers. The family left Haiti when he was at the age of 10, arriving in Victoria in the spring ...

My Interview with Seth Godin: Getting Schooled from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.453028

One of my proud moments when I interviewed the one-and-only Seth Godin. Although I interviewed him before Covid-19 hit, so much of his wisdom can inform the choices we make and the approaches we ta...

Resilience in a Nutshell (With Dr. McAdam) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.452292

What does it mean to be resilient? How can some of our experiences give us anchors to survive and bounce forward in the face of adversity? Join me as I speak to Dr. Jacqueline McAdam about the topi...

Bringing Inquiry to Life (Part Two with Adrienne Gear) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.446149

The question we ask ourselves is – how can we make this happen? What exactly is “effective literacy instruction”?
Reading Power and Writing Power are meta-cognitive approaches to reading and wr...

Whole-Hearted Parenting (With Dr. Allison Rees) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.442046

Cultivating Growth Mindset (With Dr. Alber) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.438678

The Problem with Growth Mindset (With Stefanie Faye Frank) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.435448

Passion and Purpose with Laurie McIntosh from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.434090

Laurie is a mama to 3, wife of 1 and kindergarten teacher to many. She currently teaches a full day, full time kindergarten program for Holy Spirit School Division in Lethbridge, Alberta. Laurie is...

Passion for Kindness (With Tamara Letter) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.395166

Making Magical Connections (With Brian Miller) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.391722

The Key to Courage (With Amy Perkins) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.388195

Say Something (With Peter H. Reynolds) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.384610

The One Gift You Can Give Yourself (With Morgane Michael) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.383700

How to Build Lasting Connections (With David Knapp-Fisher) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.380152

Gratitude Reflection (with Morgane Michael) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.376508

How Our 6 Universal Needs CONTROL us! (With Morgane Michael) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.372125

Did you know that there are only 6 universal needs that essential control our actions, thoughts, feelings, and desires? We can meet these needs positively or negatively. All we need to do is unlock...

The Practice of Creativity (With Seth Godin) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.370139

Seth Godin has written over 20 bestselling books, has been named a marketing guru on a global scale, writes a daily blog that has over 7 million readers, hosts the Akimbo podcast, runs workshops in...

How to Reveal Your True Expression from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.369242

There is no shortage of knowledge. We live in an age of knowledge abundance.
What’s important is our ability to curate the knowledge in such a way that it enables our forward momentum.
Wh...

How to Cultivate Fierce Self-Compassion from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.368419

Fierce self-compassion is about saying yes to you and no to others. It’s the bravest, most generous thing you can do because through your actions, you’ll lead others to create healthy boundaries fo...

Living Life with Intention from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.367595

Every day is an invitation to live life with intention. The narrative we craft around our experiences influence our overall perception of that experience. We can choose to lament the past or we can...

Good Things Take Time! Developing Tenacity from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.366539

How to Create Boundaries from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.365731

Boundaries are the signposts that inform people how you wish to be treated. You don’t owe people more than you’re willing to give. Ever. Love yourself enough to establish your boundaries and stand ...

We Are All Creative! from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.364877

Creativity is our truest human expression. Everyone has the capacity for it. We are all creative. The more we play, the more we can access our own creativity. Playfulness is an essential part of fe...

Be YOU! from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.363994

You are magnetic when you are being the truest version of you. Be more of that. Be less of what the world tells you to be. Trust, believe, internalize that who you are is enough.

How to Reignite Your Passion for Life! from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.363159

Life has a funny way of working out in the end. If you’re in a place of struggle or pain right now, recognize that it’s not the end. You’re in the messy middle and it won’t always feel like this.

How to Reflect: Embracing Your Emotions from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.362064

It’s tough to feel things slipping. Being positive doesn’t mean you deny yourself authentic feelings of anger, frustration, exhaustion, and apathy. Being positive isn’t about faking your way throug...

How to Reframe: Developing Resiliency from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.361231

Life cannot be lived in one dimension. We have to accept (and even embrace) the beautiful paradox that presents itself in every circumstance:
For there to be joy, there must be room for pain. ...

How to Refocus: Achieve Your Dreams from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.360326

Although it might seem scary at first, don’t let fear stop you from living life differently that you’re used to. Sometimes, shaking things up can be the best gift to yourself. At the very least, yo...

How To Reconnect with Others from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.359467

Be attentive to how you feel spending time with people. Energy exchange is real. Be deliberate about inviting more positive people into your life and deleting those who drain you of your light. Sur...

Our Most Human Expression (With Barbara Gruener) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.355668

Barbara Gruener is an author, school counsellor, and educator who has been in education for over 30 years. She has just written a book called Mr. Quigley’s Keys which has won several awards and is ...

Teachers These Days (With Dr.Jody Carrington) from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.354540

Dr. Jody Carrington is a child psychologist, author, and all-around amazing human fixing to change this world for the better, one educator, one child, one first responder at-a-time! She's a force a...

TGIM: How to Balance Your Financial Life from 2022-02-22T15:18:58.353665

I've just read the book, Balance, by Andrew Hallam and it asks this very important question to help you get real about your finances!
#balance
#fromburntouttofiredup

TGIM: Three Questions You MUST Ask Yourself! from 2022-02-21T08:00

Here are three questions that will amplify, simplify, and better your life.

Manage Your Energy (With Jill Payne) from 2022-02-14T08:00

Jill Payne is a former national level rugby player, a dedicated yogi and a proud single mama living and practicing Energy Management each and every day. Jill has lived in many places from the beach...

Fierce Self-Compassion (With Dr. Kristin Neff) from 2021-09-25T07:00

Dr. Kristin Neff is an author, a professor at the university of texas at Austin, and is one of the foremost experts in self-compassion in the world. She and I talked about the self-compassion inven...

We Can Do Hard Things (With Laurie McIntosh) from 2021-09-18T07:00

Laurie McIntosh is an amazing change-making educator in Alberta who goes by @mrsmacskinders on the socials. She has made waves on the podcast with her previous appearances, discussing her unique an...

How to Thrive (With Dr. Michele Borba) from 2021-09-11T07:00

Dr. Michele Borba is a psychologist, educator, and the author of several books geared at promoting thriving and well-being in children. She blew my socks off during our interview with the number of...

The BEST ever Journal Prompt (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-08-14T07:00

This is hands-down the best journal prompt you'll ever have to gain clarity and give you a sense of purpose when you're feeling a little lost.
Enjoy part five of my summer self-care series. Listen

How Failure Cultivates Wisdom (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-07-31T07:00

Often, we forget to see failure as a gift, a feather in our cap. Listen to a little taste of how I transformed one of my most heartbreaking failures, into a blessing!
Enjoy part three of my sum...

Write Your Joylist! (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-07-24T07:00

It's easy to get stuck in the hard times. Instead, cultivate your own sense of joy, with a joylist!
Enjoy part two of my summer self-care series.
Don't forget to follow my social media on ...

When Fog is All You See Ahead (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-07-17T07:00

Sometimes, it's hard to get comfortable with uncertainty. But... here are a few ways that you can recalibrate, when your future seems foggy.
Enjoy part one of my summer self-care series.
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Self-Compassion Meditation (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-07-10T07:00

Longterm Happiness Depends on This (With Gail Markin) from 2021-06-26T07:00

How to Be Happy Everyday (With Jacqueline Way) from 2021-06-19T07:00

How to Overcome Shame (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-06-12T07:00

When You Crash, How to Rise (With Janelle Morrison) from 2021-05-29T07:00

Reflections on Gratitude and Generous Assumptions (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-05-22T07:00

Your Brain and Kindness (with Dr.Shimi Kang) from 2021-05-15T07:00

Child Honouring (With Raffi) from 2021-04-24T07:00

The Power of Visuals (With Kristin Weins) from 2021-04-17T07:00

Leading with Excellence (With Jimmy Casas) from 2021-04-10T07:00

Teach Like a Pirate (With Dave Burgess) from 2021-03-27T07:00

Confidence Creation (With Heather Monahan) from 2021-03-20T07:00

Supporting Our Vulnerable Learners (With Dr. Ross Greene) from 2021-03-13T08:00

Three Secrets to Gaining Trust (With Darryl Stickel) from 2021-02-27T08:00

Life Vest Inside (With Orly Wahba) from 2021-02-20T08:00

Powerful Inclusion in Schools (With Julie Causton) from 2021-02-13T08:00

What to Do With a Problem? (With Morgane Michael) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

A special, Mother's Day Episode dedicated to resilience, moving forward and what can we do to overcome a problem?

#70: Kindness Ninjas (With Allie Apels) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kindness has the power to change even the toughest class! Allie Apels is a mother of two, a wife, kindergarten teacher, and Sensei to her KINDergarten Kindness Ninjas based out of Airdrie Alberta...

#63: Inspiring a BE KIND Culture (With Roman Nowak) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ever wonder what the key to engagement for your students can be? How can connection be the key to achievement for our students? How do we tear down the incorrect beliefs we have that other teachers...

#61: Tumbling into Success through Kindness and Faith (with Ruban Rebalkin) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

What do business and generosity have in common? How does someone grappling with their own mortality bounce forward stronger than ever, with a newfound understanding of what matters in life? How do ...

#59: Trauma, Meat-Trays, and Bottom-Hands Only (Part II with Dr. Jody Carrington) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

If you want to make a big impact on those around you, to truly make positive change in your school, workplace, and community, check out this game-changing episode with the one and only, Dr. Jody Ca...

#43 Five Reasons Kindness is Hard and How to Make it Easy (with Houston Kraft) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kindness should be easy, right? Wrong! Acting in genuine kindness is one of the hardest things we can do. It turns our there are five reasons that prevent us from being kind. Once we understand wh...

#24: The Trauma-Informed School Making Waves Across the World (with Mathew Portell) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Have you ever wondered how to authentically hold space for students who have experienced adverse trauma, uphold a successful results-based academic program, and maintain your sanity? Well, you are ...

#4: 3 Simple Ways to Beat the #1 Health Epidemic- Becoming Happier as an Educator, Parent, or Student (with Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I’m going to introduce you to a remarkable woman who will share simple actionable tips to help your students and colleagues combat the #1 health epidemic of the 21st century, stres...

Trauma These Days (With Dr. Jody Carrington) from 2021-01-30T08:00

Kids These Days (With Jody Carrington) from 2021-01-23T08:00

Leading Outside of the Box (With George Couros) from 2021-01-16T08:00

Neurobiology and the problem with "Fitting In" (Stefanie Faye Frank) from 2020-12-26T08:00

Overcoming Empathic Distress (With Dr. Alber) from 2020-12-19T08:00

Lesson Ideas for Kindness (Dr. Alber) from 2020-12-12T08:00

Confessions of a Former Child Prodigy (With Tricia Park) from 2020-11-28T08:00

Discussing Suicide with Youth (With Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2020-11-21T08:00

Developing Inquiry in Primary (With Rebecca Bathurst-Hunt) from 2020-11-14T08:00

Foundations of Trauma-Informed Schools (With Matthew Portell) from 2020-10-31T07:00

Teaching Kindness: 20 Ideas (With Sheila Sjolseth) from 2020-10-17T07:00

Make Kindness Normal (With Barbara Gruener) from 2020-10-10T07:00

SHARING MY STORY - About Barbara
Growing up on my family's dairy farm in Wayside, Wisconsin, I learned what it meant to work hard and make a living off the land. My parents always welcomed peop...

How to Bring Inquiry to Life with Adrienne Gear (Part One) from 2020-09-26T07:00:26

The question we ask ourselves is – how can we make this happen? What exactly is “effective literacy instruction”?
Reading Power and Writing Power are meta-cognitive approaches to reading and wr...

Self-Reg (With Dr. Stuart Shanker) from 2020-09-19T07:00:18

Dr. Stuart Shanker
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
We are in the midst of a scientific paradigm-revolution in our understanding of the effects of excessive stress on behaviour, social-em...

How to Live a Happier Life (With Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2020-09-12T12:00:02

Dr. Kang is passionate about providing science-based tools that optimize the power of the human brain. She is the founder of Dolphin Kids: Future-Ready Leaders, CEO of Spark Mindset App, and host o...

Why "Nice" is not "Kind" (With Simon Sinek's, Stephen Shedletsky) from 2020-08-29T12:00:09

Listen as I speak with Stephen Shedletsky, one of the primary speakers from Simon Sinek's Start With Why company. He talks about motivation, starting with why, and clarifies the difference between ...

I See You: Making Kindness the Norm (With Houston Kraft) from 2020-08-22T12:00:20

What does it mean to be kind? How do we show up for one another in authentic ways? Why is kindness so challenging? Join me as I speak with Houston Kraft about kindness and how to bring it to the fo...

Gender Inclusivity 101 (With Kingsley Strudwick) from 2020-08-15T12:00:08

Listen in as I interview Gender Inclusion Specialist, Kingsley Strudwick about the ways that we can create more inclusive workspaces and learning places.

Summer Self-Care Bucket List (With Morgane Michael) from 2020-07-18T12:00:06

It's simple but not always easy to practice self-care. I've outlined some of the easy ways that you can create your own self-care bucket list. I've even included my own list. You'll probably be sur...

How to Anchor a Positive Memory (with Morgane Michael) from 2020-07-11T22:32:15

In this episode, I take you though the four ways we make memories and how trauma can impact your ability to make, keep, and retrieve memories. Also, I talk about the practice of building a robust p...

How to Support Our Scholars and Teams (With Nadia Lopez) from 2020-06-27T12:00:01

Why you should listen
Dr. Nadia Lopez is pioneering a path of inspired leadership. The founding principal of Mott Hall Bridges Academy, a New York City Public School, Lopez became a viral sensa...

Heart Medicine (With Monique Gray-Smith) from 2020-06-20T12:00:04

Monique believes that Love is Medicine.
Monique Gray Smith is a proud mom of twins, an award-winning, best-selling author and sought after consultant. Monique’s first published novel, Tilly: A ...

If Nobody Told You "I love you..." (With Linda Cliatt-Wayman) from 2020-06-13T14:58:02

Linda Cliatt-Wayman is a renowned education leader with an unwavering belief in the potential of all children. She uses her decades of experience to move educational leaders from knowledge to pract...

Kids and Teachers Deserve It (With Adam Welcome) from 2020-05-30T12:00:05

Adam has been a teacher, Principal, Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students and enjoys pushing the envelope to always do what's best for kids! Adam is passionate about technology...

Paradox: How to Hold Conflicting Thoughts (with Morgane Michael) from 2020-05-23T12:00:03

A letter to my children...that I actually read to myself, once in a while to remind myself of what's up.
Also...how to hold two paradoxical thoughts simultaneously...and how it's more common t...

The Science of Co-Regulation and 21 Covid-Friendly Ways to be Kind (with Morgane Michael ) from 2020-05-16T12:00:04

In this host-on-mic (that's me) episode, I explore some of the science of trauma, co-regulation, and how our brain launches us into fight, flight or freeze.

I also explore my recently rel...

Step into the Life YOU Want to Be Living (4 C's to Self-Care with Morgane Michael) from 2020-04-25T12:00:04

Live the life you want to be living by stepping into the 4 Cs: Chill and Recharge, Connect, Compass, and Create.
I take you through the step-by-step exercises and journalling prompts that will...

Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs (With Morgane Michael) from 2020-04-18T12:00:09

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

Not Today Corrrrrrrona! (With Dr. Jody Carrington) from 2020-04-12T12:00:12

Dr. Jody Carrington (child psychologist and author of Kids These Days) talks to me about the Corona Virus pandemic and what we can do to get a grip during this uncertain rollercoaster ride.
Listen

Healthy Heartfelt Habits for the Covid Crisis (With Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2020-04-11T12:00:04

Child psychologist, Dr. Shimi Kang (author of The Tech Solution and The Dolphin Parent) explains how to navigate this uncertain times during the Covid-19 pandemic. We cover a lot of ground and here...

Distance Learning Through Inquiry (with Trevor Mackenzie) from 2020-04-10T13:34:54

In this unprecedented time of distance learning due to Covid-19, Trevor Mackenzie takes us through how to plan for your students remotely. He shares:
-the most important things to keep in mind...

#89: Creating Calm in the Covid-19 Chaos: How to Teach, Parent and WFH (With Stefanie Szewczyk) from 2020-03-28T12:00:03

# 88: Girl in the Garage- How to Overcome Trauma (With Sharon Hughes) from 2020-03-21T12:00:11

Sharon and I discuss how to overcome perfectionism, how to set realistic goals, how to overcome the tough stuff in your life, and how to support those going through difficult challenges.
Plus...

Small Act Big Impact (Morgane Michael Interview on TNT ESQ Podcast) from 2020-03-14T12:00:18

Tables are turned when I get interviewed by Teresa Quinlan and Rhys Thomas on the TNT ESQ Leadership Podcast.

Here, I talk about:
-The origin of the Small Act Big Impact Kindness chal...

#86: Parenting GPS (With Dr. Rick Capaldi) from 2020-02-29T13:00:01

In this episode, Dr. Rick Capaldi and I explore some of the main concepts in his new book, 21st Century Parenting: A Guide to Raising Emotionally Resilient Children in an Unstable World. We talk ab...

# 85: Love is Medicine (With Monique Gray Smith) from 2020-02-22T13:00:32

Monique Gray Smith is a mixed heritage woman of Cree, Lakota and Scottish ancestry and a proud Mom of fifteen year old twins. She is an award-winning, best-selling author and sought after consult...

#84: The Gratitude Jar and Child-Honouring (Part II with Kristin Wiens) from 2020-02-15T13:00:04

This is part two of my interview with Kristin Wiens.

Today, we focus on her work with activist and musician, Raffi, talking about the 9 principles of child-honouring, exploring her collab...

# 81: Self-Compassion Break with Lisa Baylis from 2020-01-25T13:00:05

Are you feeling stressed?
Have you beat up on yourself lately?
Take a self-compassion break with my friend, Lisa Baylis. I guarantee you'll be feeling restored and rejuvenated after this.

#80: Truly Human Leadership (With Robert Chapman) from 2020-01-18T13:00:16

In our conversation, we discuss the one tweak we can all make to transform our educational learning spaces and businesses, the responsibilities every leader has in an organization, how to rethink a...

3 Secrets to Bouncing Forward from 2020-01-11T13:00:13

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

Brené Brown: Shame, Guilt, Humiliation, and Embarrassment from 2019-12-28T13:00:05

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

# 78: The Unity Mandala Project (With Raphael Divi) from 2019-12-21T13:00:23

Raphael Vincent a Haitian-born artist and activist based out of Victoria, British Columbia, who celebrates the concept of strength through unity in order to bring a sense of belonging and identity ...

When You Mess Up... from 2019-12-14T13:00:03

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

Loving Kindness Meditation from 2019-11-30T13:00:13

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

# 76: Culturize Your School (With Jimmy Casas) from 2019-11-23T13:00:03

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a the kind of educational leader that nurtures excellence while building a powerful sense of community?

I’ve got another gem for you today…the ...

7 Steps to Listening So People Feel Heard from 2019-11-16T13:00:16

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#74: Creating Confidence (With Heather Monahan) from 2019-10-26T12:00:07

Have you ever wondered what it takes to overcome a pivotal career crisis like getting fired? Well, my accomplished guest takes us through the 4 steps to creating confidence in the face of catastrop...

Set Goals You'll Smash! from 2019-10-19T12:00:01

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#73: How to Magically Connect with Anyone (With Brian Miller) from 2019-10-12T12:00:28

It turns out being a magician is pretty similar to being a teacher. In this episode, Brian Miller and I explore tactical ways to create connection with people in such a way that we can serve the wo...

#72: Solving Challenging Behaviours (With Dr. Ross Greene) from 2019-09-28T12:00:15

If you are an educator, school administrator, parent, camp counsellor, or employer, chances are you've had experience with challenging behaviours.

So often, we focus on crisis-management a...

Awe Walk: Developing Awareness from 2019-09-21T12:00:13

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#71: The 3 Steps to Self-Compassion (With Lisa Baylis) from 2019-09-14T12:00:12

We talk about self-care non-stop these days, but certainly, it has to be more than bubble baths and pedicures. In this episode, Lisa and I explore the three research-based components to self-care, ...

Heart-Centred Reflection from 2019-08-24T12:00:10

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#69: Everything is Figure-Outable (With Dan Buchner) from 2019-08-17T12:00:07

I wanted to have Dan Buchner onto KindSight 101 to talk about the ways that innovation, leadership and learning interconnect within this global world and the ways that edcuators can foster environm...

Gratitude Meditation from 2019-08-10T12:00:17

Practice some of the KindSight 101 strategies, meditations, and tactics to help you be more self-compassionate, more altruistic and generous in your assumptions about others, and to truly step into...

#67: How to be a Connection Ninja (With David Knapp-Fisher) from 2019-07-20T12:00

How do you make authentic connections with people? How can we teach kids to do the same? What are some of the keys that will enable students to be successful in the uncertain future world they face?

#65: How to Build Trust in Hostile Environments (With Dr. Darryl Stickel) from 2019-06-22T12:00

We know that trust is the number one leadership quality...but how do you build trust? Whether you are a leader, a teacher, a parent or someone who works with people on a regular basis, you’ll come...

Kindness Boomerang (With Orly Wahba) from 2019-06-15T12:00:11

In this episode, Orly Wahba talk about the surprising power of kindness in helping you live the life you really want to be living. We explore the difference between healthy and unhealthy giving, th...

#62: How to Build Award Winning School Culture (With Hans Appel) from 2019-05-11T12:00

How do you build a culture at school that truly reflects values rooted in belonging, kindness, and celebrating the innovative capabilities and individualism of each student?
In this episode, w...

#60: Supporting Students through Learning Challenges (With Delphine Rule) from 2019-04-13T13:00

Have you ever wondered what to do when a child in your class has a learning disability? How does one adequately ensure that the child maintains a strong sense of self, in spite of the fact that he ...

#58: How to Build a Gender-Inclusive Culture (With Kingsley Strudwick) from 2019-03-23T13:00

Deep down, most educational organizations care for their employees and students, and they want to keep up with new human rights policies and best practice, but when it comes to gender diversity in ...

Pink Shirt Day Bonus Episode from 2019-02-23T13:00

In honour of Pink Shirt Day, which takes place February 27th 2019, I thought I’d gather a few terrific ideas that anyone could use to celebrate kindness in schools and communities for this special ...

#56: A Passion for Kindness (Part I with Tamara Letter) from 2019-02-16T14:00

As you know by now, kindness is my jam. I am always on the hunt for fabulous ideas and innovative strategies for infusing meaningful kindness into my practice as a teacher, for the 21-Day Kindness ...

#55: Kids These Days... (Part I with Dr. Jody Carrington) from 2019-02-13T13:00

If you want to make a big impact on those around you, to truly make positive change in your school, workplace, and community, check out this game-changing episode with the one and only, Dr. Jody Ca...

#53: Kindness Superheros and DNA with (Laurie McIntosh) from 2019-01-19T13:00

Laurie McIntosh is an incredible kindergarten educator based out of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada who dedicates herself to teaching her students to be kind through kindness cape superhero missions. A...

#51: How to Develop Beginner's Mind (With Stefanie Faye Frank) from 2018-12-29T15:17

In Part three of my interview with Stefanie Faye Frank, we talk about the importance of developing beginners mind as teachers as a way to teach growth mindset from the context of our own authentic ...

#50: The Dark Side of Growth Mindset (With Stefanie Faye Frank) from 2018-12-15T13:00

In part two of my interview with Stefanie Faye Frank, we explore the dark side of growth mindset and why it’s important to go beyond the superficial teaching of adaptability. We discuss some of the...

#48: Starting with Why-Simon Sinek (With Stephen Shedletzky) from 2018-11-24T14:00

In this episode, you'll hear how Simon Sinek's brainchild Start with Why empowers teachers and educational leaders to see, hear, and seek to understand their students in order to create cultures of...

#47: Everyone Has A Story: The Existence Project from 2018-11-17T14:00

In this episode, I explore the concept of homelessness, toxic masculinity, and a revolutionary way of bridging the gap between those living in privilege and marginalized individuals with Marko, the...

Peter H. Reynolds: How to Nurture the Happy Dreamers in Your Class from 2018-10-27T12:00

Have you ever wondered how to empower the dreamers in your life to be the fullest expressions of themselves? To take audacious leaps? To connect with their passion in a meaningful way to serve the ...

#45 A Lesson Plan for Kindness (with Dr. Alber) from 2018-10-20T12:00

We all want to teach our students to be kind, but sometimes doing so explicitly can be harder than it looks. In this episode, you'll hear 3 tangible, actionable, and easy ways to teach kindness wit...

# 41 Back to School Tips for Success: Part Two from 2018-08-25T12:00

In this episode you’ll hear a unique way to connect authentically with families during your first week in the classroom, a great way for students to get to know each other and the staff within your...

#40 Back to School Tips for Success: Part One from 2018-08-24T12:00

Whether you're a well-seasoned teacher or fresh in the field, it's always great to gain insight into tried, tested, and true tips for success in the classroom. In this episode, you'll come away wit...

#39: Confessions of a Former Child Prodigy (With Tricia Park) from 2018-08-14T14:00

In this episode, we talk with world-class Julliard-trained violinist Tricia Park about her experiences as a child prodigy. We discuss how learning to play the violin and perform for world-class aud...

#37: I Lost My Daughter to Fentanyl (with Fernand Magnin) from 2018-07-28T15:00

Fernand Magnin of Victoria, Canada lost his daughter to a fentanyl overdose in May 2016. Bria Magnin Forster struggled with addiction for more than 10 years, but her death came shortly after she ...

#36: Locelle, the App Designed to Connect People: Fostering Innovation and Creativity in Education (with Humaira Ahmed) from 2018-07-16T22:44

Locelle, a women-only social networking platform founded by Humaira Ahmed, aims to help women find like-minded friends way easier. Beta testing begins in June, with a public launch planned for this...

#35: But, I’m Not Indigenous: How to Explore Indigenous Ways of Learning, Authentically (with Adrienne Gear) from 2018-07-16T22:39

With the advent of more ethically-conscious curricula that challenge the outdated colonialist outlook on history, educators are more responsible than ever for carefully and accurately talking about...

#34: The Dolphin Way: How Teaching Resiliency, Mindfulness, Kindness, and Innovation Prepares our Students for the Future (with Elyse Cochrane) from 2018-07-16T22:35

I love being able to host this podcast because of the wonderful people I get to speak to. Today, I am here with Elyse Cochrane who will be talking about the actionable ways that educators can foste...

Meaningful Change Happens Drip-by-Drip: The Unlikely Connection Between Goats and Child Soldiers from 2018-07-16T22:31

How does one make meaningful change? A lot of people believe in grand openings and grandiose efforts. I'd argue that the drip by drip approach is just as meaningful, if not more so.

#33: Is your School Kind? The Important, Research-Backed Metric Every School Should Employ (with Dr. John-Tyler Binfet) from 2018-07-16T22:30

Have you ever wondered how kind your school is? Well, today’s guest invented the research-backed metric that every school should employ to measure the kindness of their culture. In our conversation...

#32: Who Says You Can’t do Inquiry in Kindergarten? Developing an Inquiry Mindset (with Rebecca Bathurst-Hunt) from 2018-07-16T22:27

Who says you can’t teach inquiry in kindergarten?
This episode will have you checking your assumptions at the door. Many teachers not only believe that using inquiry-based, student centered-le...

#31: Building Rapport with Parents and Creating Judgement-Free Zones, Without Compromising Your Integrity (with Shauna Stewart Douglas) from 2018-07-16T22:21

If you’ve ever wondered how you can easily earn the respect and trust of parents in an authentic way that doesn’t compromise your integrity, my guest has some incredible insight to share with you t...

#30: What This Uber-Successful YouTube Entrepreneur Wants All Teachers to Know About their Students (with Evan Carmichael) from 2018-07-16T22:18

Have you ever pondered how to inspire your creative and entrepreneurial-minded students to take action and achieve their potential? My very special guest, an uber successful entrepreneur has a spec...

#29: Want to Raise a Happy Kid? What our Students Truly Need to Succeed in this World (with Dr. Allison Rees) from 2018-07-16T22:14

Have you ever wanted to learn the key to raising successful, independent, and happy children? The key is not shooting for obedience!

During this fascinating conversation, we explore how t...

#28: How a Shoebox Brings Meaningful Reconciliation between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Communities in Canada (with I Love First Peoples-Josee) from 2018-07-16T22:09

Have you ever wanted to take a more active role in Canadian reconciliation efforts within your classroom, but felt like you weren’t sure how to do so? In this episode, you’ll learn about the I Love...

#27: Support a Classroom to Build a Future: How Donor's Choose is Harnessing the Power of Kindness (with CEO Charles Best) from 2018-07-16T22:04

Today’s incredible guest talks about the inspiring journey he took to overcome the financial and structural constraints within his low-income, underserved school in the Bronx. His story of passion,...

#26: What you Can Say to Help Someone Living with Cancer (Hint #1: Say Something...Don’t Avoid the Topic) (with Genevieve Stonebridge) from 2018-07-16T21:57

Cancer is a far-reaching, often-devastating illness that touches everyone either directly or indirectly. Oftentimes, navigating grief and loss can be complicated and confusing, especially for child...

#25: How Sleeping on the Streets Taught These Students an Unforgettable Lesson About Homelessness (with Alan Barwin) from 2018-07-16T21:54

In this episode, you’ll hear how sleeping on the streets taught these grade 8 students an unforgettable lesson about homelessness. I interview a passionate middle school teacher to learn how he was...

The Magic Ratio We Should All Be Employing to Amplify our Relationships from 2018-07-16T21:52

Every wonder how to offset the negative effects of feedback in such a way that you save the integrity of the relationship? In this episode, you'll learn about the life-changing nature of the 5:1 ra...

#23: How the Loss of Her 2-Year-Old Child Helped this Mom to See Kindness in the World: How to Support Those in Grief (Ben’s Bells with Jeannette Maré) from 2018-07-16T21:46

Have you ever been face-to-face with someone who has experienced unimaginable heartbreak and been at a loss for words?
My guest’s personal insight into grief as a result of the sudden unexpect...

#22: What Love Can Teach You About Learning: How to Get to Know Your Colleagues and Students Better (with Mandy Len Catron) from 2018-07-16T21:40

Whether you want to create rapport with a new staff member, employee or student, this is a must listen episode for you! Get ready for deep dive into the topic of love, vulnerability, consent in the...

#21: Instagram, Poetry, and Anxiety: What Teachers can Learn from Diving Head-First into Vulnerability (with Brittin Oakman) from 2018-07-16T21:33

You’re going to love my guest today. Through her vulnerable poetry, she had made meaningful connections to tens of thousands of loyal followers on Instagram. You might be thinking; how does this re...

#20: How to Survive a Public Lifestyle While Living with Anxiety and Depression (with Casey-Jo Loos) from 2018-07-16T21:25

Have you ever wondered what an educator and a popular radio DJ have in common? In this energizing episode, my guest and I explore how to survive a public lifestyle while living with anxiety and dep...

#19: 20+ Actionable Ways to Integrate Kindness into your Curriculum Starting Monday (with Sheila Sjolseth) from 2018-07-16T21:17

If you’ve always wanted to explore creative ways of approaching kindness and service-based projects with your class, then you are in for an extraordinary treat. In this conversation, you’ll learn m...

The Letter Every Teacher Should Be Writing in June from 2018-07-16T21:14

Ever have that feeling of overwhelm in September...the one where you feel like you'll never get to where you need to be with your students? Here's the perfect solution that'll have you feeling conf...

#18: Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide: Easy Ways for Teachers to Navigate these Hard Topics (with Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2018-07-16T21:13

Every parent and educator experiences visceral fear at the thought of needing to support a child in crisis. Most of us feel a sense of powerlessness, but this psychiatrist explains the importance o...

#17: Can You Teach Kindness and Empathy? : Actionable, Proven Tips You Can Implement in Your Class Starting Today (with Barbara Gruener) from 2018-07-16T20:55

Some people believe that empathy is intrinsic, something you’re either born with or you’re not. Well, my guest today believes that all children have the capacity to be kind, compassionate contribut...

#16: So, You Want to Start your Own School? (with Tom Hudock) from 2018-07-16T20:25

You are in for a real treat! I am here with Tom Hudock, a successful entrepreneur, a non-profit founder, a father, and business advisor. He is the co-founder of Rethink thinking, a non-profit makin...

#15: Bomb-Diffusal, A North Pole Exploration, and One War Hero's Courageous Heart: Learning How To Teach Kids with Trauma and PTSD (with Bruno Guevremont) from 2018-07-16T20:22

Ever wonder what an ex-bomb-disposal and paratrooper could teach you about being a better educator? You’re in for a real treat! I’d like to wager that after this conversation, you’ll see your stude...

#14: How to Be Happy Everyday: It'll Change the World (with Jacqueline Way) from 2018-07-16T20:16

When you ask people what they want most in life, money, fame and notoriety are not at the top of their lists: happiness is. Have you ever wanted to learn a way to teach your students to be happier?...

#13: How to Build Resilience in Our Students: Actionable Ways to Help Students Develop Grit, Growth Mindset, and Confidence in the Face of Adversity (with Dr. Jillian Roberts) from 2018-07-16T20:07

Have you ever found yourself puzzling over fostering resilience in our students but felt at a loss about how to get there? Well, you’re in for a treat. My remarkable guest describes through animate...

#12: How to Avoid Educator Burnout: Nourishing Teacher Well-Being Through Mindful Practice (with Lisa Baylis) from 2018-07-16T19:51

There’s a way for you to avoid educator burnout and my incredibly talented friend and guest has the perfect recipe for nourishing your soul. Get inspired to fill your cup first so that you have mor...

#11: How to Keep Kids in School and Ignite their Passion for Learning: Fostering an Inquiry Mindset in Your Students (with Trevor MacKenzie) from 2018-07-16T15:14

You know one of my favorite parts of recording this podcast is that I get to speak to a ton of incredible people who are doing what they are meant to do! And today, I’m going to introduce you to so...

#10: Hmmm? Huh? Aha! Tangible, Proven Ways to Develop Powerful Understanding of the Self, Others, and the World Part Two (with Adrienne Gear) from 2018-07-16T15:09

In this episode, you’ll learn so many strategies, tools and lesson ideas for teaching integrated and meaningful learning that it’ll have you sprinting into your classroom with a recharged sense of ...

#9: Hmmm? Huh? Aha! Tangible, Proven Ways to Develop Powerful Understanding of the Self, Others, and the World Part One (with Adrienne Gear) from 2018-07-16T15:01

We all want students to develop a sense of agency over their learning, but many of us simply want an easy-to-follow, laid out roadmap to do so. Back again with her wisdom, wit, and wealth of creati...

Camping...in a Nutshell from 2018-07-16T14:53

In this episode, I distill the unique benefits of camping with kids for the soul and spirit, despite the obvious challenges.

#8: Defying the Status Quo: The Unique School that *Actually* Teaches for the Future (with Founder Jeff Hopkins) from 2018-07-16T14:52

Have you ever wanted to start your own school? This discussion will have you wanting to rethink the way you approach education in your own classroom. My guest explores the importance of creating a ...

#7: The 5 Steps for Teaching Self-Regulation and Reducing Flight, Fight, Freeze Responses in the Classroom (with Dr. Stuart Shanker) from 2018-07-16T14:20

With terms like self-regulation being thrown around like confetti in education these days, the true meaning of such important approaches can become watered-down and lose effectiveness. In this inte...

#6: Is it Bullying or is it Normal Conflict? How to Spot it, What to Do About it, and What to Say to Save the Day (with Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2018-07-16T14:12

This is a mini episode every educator and parent should view and share at the beginning of the school year. In this mini episode, you’ll learn the important nuanced distinction between normal rela...

#5:The Surprising Neuroscience of Happiness and Kindness: How Paying-it-Forward Makes you Happy (with Dr. Shimi Kang) from 2018-07-16T14:01

We all know that it feels good to be kind, and my guest today talks about the ways in which our bodies have been wired for generosity. She explains the surprising neuroscience which proves, once ag...

Paintbrushes, Lizard-Brain, and My Faux Pas from 2018-07-15T14:02

In this episode, we're going to talk about shaming experiences at school and how they can have lasting effects on the way we show up in life.

#3: How to Breathe Life into Your School and Boost Achievement (with Principal Kafele) from 2018-07-15T06:57

In this episode, you’ll learn how to breathe life into your school every day and how to boost achievement in your school through easy, actionable strategies. Principal Kafele’s message comes alive ...

#2: What Nuclear Weapons Negotiations Taught this Nobel Peace Prize Nominee about Bullying in Schools (with Dr. Scilla Elworthy) from 2018-07-15T06:34

Have you ever wondered what fear, nuclear war, Richard Branson and iced cream have in common?

Today our very special guest, a three-time nobel peace prize nominee provides the prescriptio...

Welcome to KindSight 101 -Together, Let's Make a Big Impact...One Small Act at a Time (Trailer with Morgane Michael) from 2018-07-15T04:52

Welcome to KindSight 101, the Podcast where you’ll hear from world renowned educational leaders about the mobilizing power of kindness. I believe that we all have an innate need
to be seen, he...

When You Lose Your Work... from 2018-07-14T20:15

Sometimes, all it takes is a single, fateful moment to undo hours, days, weeks, months, or even years of work, to delete precious and irreplaceable memories, or for achingly important items to g...

When You Lose Your Work... from 2018-07-14T20:15

Sometimes, all it takes is a single, fateful moment to undo hours, days, weeks, months, or even years of work, to delete precious and irreplaceable memories, or for achingly important items to g...

When You Lose Your Work... from 2018-07-14T20:15

In this episode, we'll discuss how to become resilient in the face of frustrating, commonplace losses...