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Shifting Perspectives

Yolande Robinson and Latasha Strachan

81 episodes

2 days ago

In this Solo Snippets edition of Shifting Perspectives, Yolande dives into an important topic during Dyslexia Awareness Month. She sheds light on what dyslexia is, the common signs, and how parents and teachers can support children who may be struggling with reading, writing, and spelling. Yolande shares practical strategies for both parents and educators, focusing on how to foster a supportive environment for students with dyslexia. From encouraging a growth mindset to implementing multisens...

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In this Solo Snippets edition of Shifting Perspectives, Yolande dives into an important topic during Dyslexia Awareness Month. She sheds light on what dyslexia is, the common signs, and how parents and teachers can support children who may be struggling with reading, writing, and spelling. Yolande shares practical strategies for both parents and educators, focusing on how to foster a supportive environment for students with dyslexia. From encouraging a growth mindset to implementing multisens...

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Shifting Perspectives

Episode 83: Dyslexia Awareness Month

In this Solo Snippets edition of Shifting Perspectives, Yolande dives into an important topic during Dyslexia Awareness Month. She sheds light on what dyslexia is, the common signs, and how parents and teachers can support children who may be struggling with reading, writing, and spelling. Yolande shares practical strategies for both parents and educators, focusing on how to foster a supportive environment for students with dyslexia. From encouraging a growth mindset to implementing multisens...

1 year ago

12 minutes

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Episode 82: Embracing Happiness and Perspective (Host L.T. Bourne)

For this week's episode we have a special treat. Yolande was recently featured on "Pushing Your P's" podcast, with Leo Lightbourne, aka L.T. Bourne. "Pushing Your P's" podcast explores the elements of happiness and fulfilment inspired by his latest book, "haPPy: The P's to Push to a Happier Life." In this episode Yolande and Leo discuss partnerships in personal and professional growth, the importance of perceptions in shaping our experiences, embracing happiness through meaningful connection...

1 year ago

31 minutes

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Episode 80: The Mental Load of Motherhood

May was mental health awareness month and this episode is all about the mental well-being of moms. Yolande and Latasha share some of their personal experiences and insights as they reflect on the mental load associated with their childrearing years. New moms will relate and older moms will remember, but moms everywhere will be able to hang on to a takeaway from the five pointers capping off this episode. From creating space, to building community, to delegating the work, this episode is...

1 year ago

43 minutes

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Episode 79: Diagnosis and Beyond (with Natasha Gray)

Have you wondered whether your child or loved one is struggling with a learning difference or disability? Natasha Gray joins Yolande for a conversation about the importance of psychoeducational testing. Natasha addresses some of the myths and concerns that parents and caregivers often have, and sheds light on the multiple advantages of having assessments done. Listeners will learn about how dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia present, and also how getting a diagnosis can be the starti...

1 year ago

32 minutes

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Episode 78: Managing Microaggressions

Latasha and Yolande take a look at the impact that microaggressions have on us, in the workplace, and even in our schools. If you don't know think you know anything about microaggressions, or even what it means, you'd be surprised by what you learn in this episode, because all of us have been on the receiving (or perhaps the giving) end of microaggressions. Learn what they are, how they show up in everyday life, and how all of us can be more aware as we manage them. Shifting Perspectiv...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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Episode 77: Autism Acceptance (with Melisha Williams)

It's Autism Awareness Month, and on this episode of Shifting Perspectives, we are taking a stroll back through time with Melisha Williams, the mother of a brilliant and autistic teenage son. Melisha opens up on her journey - the questions, the fears, and the faith. What emerges is a heartfelt story of hope and overcoming, which is what we wish for every family impacted by autism. Melisha is now, not just an advocate for her son, but a voice for parents who are walking in similar ...

1 year ago

47 minutes

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Episode 76: Inspire Inclusion

March isn't over yet! Yolande and Latasha end this month with an episode dedicated to inclusion, the theme of this years' International Women’s Day. While looking at inclusion, this episode of Shifting Perspectives also explores ideas around diversity, equality and women elevating other women through sponsorship. Creating an inclusive environment is the end goal. Together we can grow more conscious and intentional about the progress women have made, while actively cultivating safe and i...

1 year ago

32 minutes

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Episode 75: From Delay to Done

We all go through it - times when we just can't get tasks finished despite the fact that "nothing" is in our way. Well, nothing except procrastination. Adults, children and teens alike, all battle the inertia brought on by procrastination. Yolande and Latasha touch on topics such as instant gratification and perfectionism along the way to cracking the nut that is procrastination. This episode and it's takeaway tips will help listeners identify what's really in the way, and move from delay to ...

1 year ago

37 minutes

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Episode 74: The Buy In (with Sara Bookspan)

Starting the year right is not just for us as parents, it's also a plus for our children. Sara Bookspan is our guest this week and she walks us through her work as a behavior analyst. This episode will show parents how to use the goal setting models and techniques with children so that they can reap present and long term behavioral benefits. Her insights will help listeners to think creatively about developing skills and abilities in their children. Guest's Bio: Sara is a Board Certified B...

1 year ago

35 minutes

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Episode 73: Finding Your Balance

This week we have a special episode to add to the mix! At the end of January, Yolande had the pleasure of sitting down with Maya Saunders, the host of Let’s Move TCI Health Talks, to chat about finding balance. Balance is a topic that comes up often on Shifting Perspectives, and so we decided to share the audio of this interview here. The mission of Let’s Move TCI is to increase Turks and Caicos Islands residents’ engagement in sport and physical activity and to promote holistic healthy liv...

1 year ago

12 minutes

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Episode 72: The Art of Embracing Change

The winds of change blow strongly at the start of a new year. Yolande and Latasha delve into ways that we can embrace the inevitable - change, and arrive at new and exciting places in 2024. Even if the changes you're facing are not desirable or welcomed, the practices shared here will still help you. Everyone can cultivate a new art, the art of embracing change. Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges listeners to fuel themselves with diversity in the ...

1 year ago

33 minutes

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Episode 71: Start with Your Vision

It's a brand new year! Where do we begin? How about with a vision to get you where you want to go? Beginning with self-exploration, Yolande and Latasha work through a 5-step approach to creating vision for the future. Vision will help you navigate the hard times, the slow times, and the times when you want to give up. Pick up the tools you need in this episode; it's time to look ahead! Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges listeners to fuel th...

1 year ago

34 minutes

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Episode 70: Reflections on Gratitude and Cultivating Thankfulness

This is the seventieth episode of Shifting Perspective, and it's the end of the year! This episode is all about looking back and looking ahead with the right perspective. Every situation looks different once gratitude is in the mix. Gratitude can positively shape the way we approach goals, challenges, work and even leisure. From journaling to meditation, Latasha and Yolande share how they hold space for this simple yet powerful practice. Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yola...

1 year ago

32 minutes

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Episode 69: Nurturing Self-Compassion and Self-Care During the Holiday Season

Whatever your practice is during the holidays, self-care and self-compassion should be a part of it. As the holidays come to a peak, it may feel like the worst possible time to attend to one's self, but this episode will help you to "do it your way" with lots of flexible ideas that will adapt to just about any lifestyle and schedule. From connecting with the right people, to saying 'no' to the wrong things, it's all a part of taking the best possible care of you this holiday, Shif...

1 year ago

21 minutes

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Episode 68: Thriving Through the Holiday Season

The holidays and here and so is the holiday stress! This episode is all about pushing past survival mode and into joyously thriving through the holiday season. A little preparation goes a long way, and there a many ways to get ready and stay on top of the demands and expectations that come with this time of year. From watching your spending, to knowing when to retreat - you can have a great holiday and fully thrive. Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha ...

1 year ago

30 minutes

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Episode 67: Slowing Down to Speed Up - Practical Applications of Bloom's Taxonomy

Getting your child (or yourself) on the path to better critical thinking skills is simpler than you might think. In this episode Latasha and Yolande deconstruct Bloom's Taxonomy to show how it works, and how all of us can apply it in practical ways, starting today. Whether conquering a school projects or managing workplace dilemmas, being able to creatively tackle problems is the way to stand up and stand out. Bloom's will get you there in six steps! To view the pyramid as well as thi...

1 year ago

40 minutes

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Episode 66: Staying Curious During Career Growth

Are you in the career you always dreamed of? In this episode, Yolande and Latasha look back on how their own careers have evolved, while comparing and contrasting two approaches to career development, a ladder approach and a scaffold approach. They look at how the personal changes we experience as we grow and develop, closely impact our career development. Find out the six steps we all can apply, at any stage in life, to either launch or reimagine our careers. Shifting Perspective...

1 year ago

46 minutes

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Episode 65: Unlocking Childhood Language

We all know that children need adults to help them acquire language, but how exactly do we do it? This episode explores the 3T's, and other practical strategies that parents and caregivers of children can actively use to stimulate language development. Yolande breaks down the long term effects of delayed language development, and Latasha tackles the concerns that come with being a busy parent with young children. The proven methods encouraged in this episode will help all parents make a posit...

1 year ago

56 minutes

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Episode 64: Shifts in Seasons

It's a new season! Latasha Strachan joins Yolande Robinson for the first time as the new co-host of the podcast. This episode is all about the transition in to new beginnings and how to honor your new season, as well as the ones that have past. Find out what happened to Yolande and Latasha during the dormant season of the podcast, and how the pandemic opened up new chapters for them both. They'll share five powerful tips to help you navigate your changing seasons, just like ...

1 year ago

48 minutes

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Episode 63: Defining Your Success

For this week's episode, we take a look back at episode 55. Latasha Strachan steps into the 'interviewer' role and Interviews Yolande Robinson. This episode is especially geared towards parents, educators, and anyone looking to shift the success narrative. We discuss the importance of intentionally defining what success looks like in this period. We explore the importance of choosing attainable benchmarks for ourselves, our children or our students, and our families, and preparing our e...

1 year ago

58 minutes