Healing Through Education: Marianna Sousa's Vision for a Culturally Connected World
Description
In This Episode, We Chat About:
Personal growth through creativity and addressing trauma through healing arts
Practicing social emotional skills and teaching teens to respect themselves and each other.
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Show Notes:
Today’s guest, Marianna Susa, is making major waves in the realm of culturally responsive pedagogy! Get ready for powerful ways to foster self awareness and restorative practices from this trailblazer in educational initiatives, healing arts and trauma informed care! From discovering her gifts through performance art to using her voice to empower communities, she is such an incredible example of the power of creativity for healing.
03:00 Why is creativity such a large focus of your work?
05:30 Lessons through artistic expression, pain, and healing.
14:45 How can we learn problem solving and social wellness skills?
24:45 How is social media teaching youth to treat each other?
27:00 What backlash did you experience after speaking to the harms of what TikTok is teaching teens?
35:00 How can parents help teach their children to respect themselves and others?
37:00 The importance of showing positive examples in guidance for young people.
43:15 Healing and self-awareness for parents and leaders.
51:00 Bridging gaps and spreading positivity.