There’s a saying that says, “Life is not measured by the breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away.” What are those moments? Do you have a few in mind already? When you have moments that stand out, they often align with elements that mean a lot to us. Documenting these moments can help you see your past in a different light.
In this episode, I will walk you through an exercise that will help you take stock of your life---what moments are defining moments that stand out, what accomplishments have you achieved, and we will discuss how this translates into a practice that helps you see how the components of your life can propel you forward with change.
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There’s a saying that says, “Life is not measured by the breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away.” What are those moments? Do you have a few in mind already? When you have moments that stand out, they often align with elements that mean a lot to us. Documenting these moments can help you see your past in a different light.
In this episode, I will walk you through an exercise that will help you take stock of your life---what moments are defining moments that stand out, what accomplishments have you achieved, and we will discuss how this translates into a practice that helps you see how the components of your life can propel you forward with change.
Have an idea or learned something new? Share with me at laura@teachingfrombeyondthedesk.com
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“Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” ~Coco Chanel. Being yourself, your authentic self seems like a simple concept. Just be you---but It’s not that easy. When looking at who you are there are many layers of your identity as a person. In fact, there is a branch of humanistic psychology--which studies the whole person and the uniqueness of each individual.
In this episode, we explore the foundation of humanistic psychology. We will learn about theories that are rooted in the understanding of self-actualization and the congruence of self-image and the ideal self. And discuss how letting go of expectations of your ideal self can help you understand who you really are as a person.
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What will be your legacy? Most of our time as humans that are busy, we are focused on what we can accomplish. What can we get done? Do you have a trophy case full of awards, a resume jam-packed full of experience and accomplishments? When was the last time you asked yourself, is this what I really want?
In this episode, we will talk about the question, “What do I want?”. We explore the mindset needed to focus on our own hopes, dreams, and desires, and examine the many reasons why we may be averse to focusing on our own wants and needs.
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We are all a mosaic of our experiences. Every life experience. Every hardship & every success. Every single interaction with another person. They all make up and are a part of your living mosaic. Every person is a mosaic of the people around them.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of looking back & recognizing your influences and how understanding your mosaic helps you better understand your behaviors, your responses, your identity at its core.
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In this episode, you'll meet Laura Hoyer. You'll hear about her journey and how Laura went from being a trained teacher that had a difficult realization that anyone committed to a career would struggle with--wanting to change careers. Learn how Laura took this difficult learning, sat in the midst of teaching and learning all she could about ideal careers and the application process, and how to use her skills as a learner and educator to tap into her 'why'.
Connect with Laura Hoyer:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-hoyer/
The Right Fit Career Coach: https://www.therightfitcareercoach.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightfitcareercoach/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therightfitcareercoaching
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We are all teachers. We are all learners. There are little moments where we learn, every single day. Whether it is a new skill, learning to be kinder to ourselves, or learning that there are things we haven’t learned yet. As humans, we learn every single day.
In this episode, we talk about life-long learning. What does it mean to be a life-long learner? I share ways others have used their learning to find inspiration & keep the commitment to yourself to be a life-long learner--every day.
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What are your top three goals in life? Not in your profession, but in life. Having goals is essential to feeling fulfilled, being able to recognize success. You meet your goals when your skills, who you are as a person, and your passions are aligned--but only if you take action.
In this episode, we talk about how to take your goals from a dream to a reality, how to keep going when things don’t go the way you wanted or how to be okay with abandoning a goal and setting a different one.
Further Learnings:
Meeting New People on LunchClub
Tips on Goal Setting
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Passion. We all have it. The thing that keeps you going when you’re confronted with a challenge, what makes stress & struggle worth it. Any good leader knows that passion is the key to success. There’s a reason why passion is discussed so often. A reason why its the central theme to so many songs, movies, art pieces, and is a central theme across so many cultures.
But what happens when it’s not there?
Or when it fizzles or the passion that once brought light in your eyes isn’t there?
In this episode we talk about finding your passion, learning how to ignite your passion, and how to know when you really have stumbled across something that is your true passion.
Further Learning:
8-Simple Steps to Ignite Your Passion
3-Ways to Ignite Your Passions
6 Signs You've Found Passion
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Have you ever been asked the dreaded question, “Tell me about you?”
Whether it be when you’re meeting someone new for the first time, during a job interview, at a networking event, or a professional development event or conference.
In this episode, we will unpack that dreaded question---who are you? We will share the research behind Teacher Identity Theory, discuss strategies to help you reflect on who you are and how to strengthen your sense of self--beyond the identity of your profession. You are so much more than your job.
Further Learning:
Teacher Identities Under Stress: The Emotions of Separation and Renewal
Understanding Teacher Shortages: A State-by-State Analysis of the Factors Influencing Teacher Supply, Demand & Equity
Developing a Teacher Identity
Exploring the Complexity of Teacher Professional Identity
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Welcome to my monthly podcast designed to share, reflect & grow together on the journey of being your authentic self. Whether you're a seasoned educator, passionate about learning, or looking to take the journey of growing together, we can all learn from each other. Each episode speaks to the journey of finding yourself and reflecting on how being authentically you can make you a better educator, a better friend, and a better human being. Teachers are so much more than the traditional teacher identity. Follow along and join the journey as we keep Teaching [and learning] from Beyond the Desk.
In this introduction episode, you'll meet your host, Laura DeMars & learn how finding your own identity, inside & outside of the classroom, can help you on your journey of living the life that you want & being your true, authentic self. Laura is a seasoned STEM educator, & an advocate for life-long learning. Through self-discovery, Laura has learned many things about self-care, advocating for yourself & the importance of growth & celebration! This is just the beginning.
