2P88: Radical Wellness . . . Nurturing Happiness in Education with Kim Strobel

2024-08-14

In this enlightening episode of the 2Principles Podcast, hosts Jason and Kevin welcome back Kim Strobel, the renowned Happiness Coach, for a deep dive into nurturing joy and wellbeing in education. Kim shares invaluable insights on the importance of acknowledging struggles and avoiding toxic positivity in school leadership. The conversation explores strategies for managing perfectionism and negative self-talk, including the intriguing concept of naming your inner critic. Kim discusses her impactful book "Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy" and its resonance with educators. The power of vulnerability in leadership is emphasized, with Kim and the hosts sharing personal experiences. Practical tips for "radical wellness" are offered, including setting digital boundaries and utilizing phone settings to limit screen time. Kim also recounts her fascinating experience speaking to the FBI about happiness, highlighting its relevance even in high-stress professions. The episode concludes with a tease of future discussions on addressing toxicity in school environments. Listeners are encouraged to explore Kim's book and the accompanying downloadable study guide at strobeleducation.com. For those inspired by Kim's message, she is available for speaking engagements at schools and educational organizations.

If you are interested in purchasing "Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy", please visit this LINK.

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