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Birthday Reflections: Learning When to Match Energy Instead of Burning Yourself Out
Have you ever found yourself putting more energy into someone else’s growth than they’re putting in themselves? 🍎😮💨 As an English professor, I come into my classroom with all the bells and whistles, ready to deliver engage-first workshops. But when students are disengaged or scrolling on their phones, it’s a tough reality check. I’ve had… →
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Whether in kindergarten or college, everyone wants to feel safe, respected, and seen. ❤️✨
In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, I share why I make it a personal priority to remember my students’ names, hobbies, and individual stories. Building that personal rapport goes beyond teaching—it shows students that someone genuinely cares enough to notice them. 📚🍎 Did you ever have an educator or mentor who made… →
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🚨 “You can’t teach like AI doesn’t exist.” 🚨
If you’re still assigning the same final papers and traditional projects from 20 years ago, it’s time for a wake-up call. 😮 In this episode, Susan breaks down why the education system must evolve in the age of AI. Ignoring it won’t make it go away—in fact, sticking to outdated methods risks making traditional degrees… →
