I recently came across a speech from Chief Justice of the United Supreme Court, John Roberts who is currently presiding over the presidential impeachment trial. While the passionate and honest address was directly to his son's Grade 9 graduating class at an exceptionally exclusive private school for boys in Grades 6-9, it might be one … Continue reading Unconventional Advice: Remember the Pain(ful)
Category: Empathy
Die Wise: Wisdom for Living/Dying
I just began reading Stephen Jenkinson's amazing book , Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul. And as most profound, deeply informed, highly reflective writing as apt to do it has significantly shifted my thinking about my relationships, my mortality, and what really matters in my life. With chapter titles like "The Ordeal Of … Continue reading Die Wise: Wisdom for Living/Dying
They?…I Think: The Beauty of Empathy
They? He? She? With the latest round of learning reports (aka report cards) completed and another year in the books, a colleague and I reflected on our reporting of learning to our students this year. A common thing that came flashing back was the use of pronouns in our reports. We started using "They" as … Continue reading They?…I Think: The Beauty of Empathy
Empathy Curriculum: MIA
Empathy is the starting point for creating a community and taking action. It's the impetus for creating change. ~Max Carver As an educator for two decades, I can honestly say that I have put a great deal of pressure on myself (and probably colleagues) to support all of my learners to develop self-compassion and empathy … Continue reading Empathy Curriculum: MIA
