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Welcome to the Generation Youth Podcast, a beacon of understanding and inspiration in the evolving landscape of youth culture. Hosted by James McLamb, the founder of Generation Youth and a renowned expert in youth leadership development, this podcast brings together leading voices in the field of youth culture, influence, and education. From in-depth discussions with authors, educators, and trendsetters to insightful analyses of current events affecting our youth, the Generation Youth: Podcast serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in shaping tomorrow’s leaders. Tune in to explore fresh perspectives, innovative strategies, and the powerful stories of young individuals making a difference. Together, we are building a future filled with promise and potential.
Ep. #139: Can Teachers Truly Save the Next Generation? With Justin Pickens
The Generation Youth Podcast with James McLamb
41 minutes
2 months ago
Ep. #139: Can Teachers Truly Save the Next Generation? With Justin Pickens
✨ What if the hardest seasons of life revealed your true calling? In this moving episode of The Generation Youth Podcast, host James McLamb 🎧 chats with Justin Pickens 🌱, who turned his story of adversity into a message of hope 💡. From battling the effects of a high ACE score 📊 to rediscovering his passion for education 📚, Justin shares powerful lessons on overcoming burnout 🔥, embracing purpose ✨, and creating lasting impact 🌍. Together, they share honest reflections and practical advice that will encourage teachers, parents, and anyone who feels stretched thin to find strength 💪 and meaning in their work.Justin Pickens is a teacher 📚, coach 🏀, storyteller 🎤, and encourager ✨ with a gift for turning hardship into hope. Having grown through adversity 🌪️ and come back stronger 💪, he now pours into educators and leaders with wisdom born from experience. His mission: to help others rediscover the joy of teaching 🎓, the strength of calling, and the quiet power to change lives, one student at a time 🌍.
Connect with Justin Pickens:
🌐Website: https://justinpickens.com/
📧Email: justin@justinpickens.com
💼LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-pickens/
📞Call: 913-238-7668
Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:55) Who is Justin Pickens?
(3:20) Overcoming adversity and ACE score
(5:48) Leaving teaching and lessons learned
(14:29) Teacher burnout Vs. Human burnout
(19:30) Permission to be “above average”
(28:54) Prayer, breathing, and perspective
(32:22) Ripple effects of teaching
(40:46) Outro
The Generation Youth Podcast with James McLamb
Welcome to the Generation Youth Podcast, a beacon of understanding and inspiration in the evolving landscape of youth culture. Hosted by James McLamb, the founder of Generation Youth and a renowned expert in youth leadership development, this podcast brings together leading voices in the field of youth culture, influence, and education. From in-depth discussions with authors, educators, and trendsetters to insightful analyses of current events affecting our youth, the Generation Youth: Podcast serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in shaping tomorrow’s leaders. Tune in to explore fresh perspectives, innovative strategies, and the powerful stories of young individuals making a difference. Together, we are building a future filled with promise and potential.
