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Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: Building Resilience in Teaching and Leadership

Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: Building Resilience in Teaching and Leadership

Update: 2025-01-06
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In this week’s Motivation Monday, we explore how to turn challenges into opportunities and build resilience in your personal and professional life.

In This Episode:

The Psychology of Resilience: Insights from Dr. Martin Seligman’s work on learned optimism and growth mindset.

Real-World Examples: Stories of resilience from South Bronx Prep, Starbucks, and J.K. Rowling.

News Highlight: A Kansas school district’s inspiring recovery after tornado damage.

Actionable Strategies: Practical tips to reframe challenges, build support systems, and practice self-compassion.


References Cited in This Episode:

Seligman, M. E. P. (1990). Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life. Random House.

Education Week. (2025). Rebuilding after disaster: A Kansas school district’s journey. Education Innovation Feature.


Call to Action:

Watch this podcast on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and other platforms. Please like, share, and comment below your thoughts on today’s episode—I’d love to hear from you!

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Thank you for listening or watching Teach-Lead-Innovate! Let’s grow through challenges together.

#TeachLeadInnovate #MotivationMonday #BuildingResilience #EducationLeadership #StayInspired

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Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: Building Resilience in Teaching and Leadership

Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: Building Resilience in Teaching and Leadership