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Host explores the topic of leadership and learning with guest Dr. Nathan Lang. This episode captures the moments that defined and shaped Nathan’s aspirations in life and as a compassionate educator. Nathan’s 5 most popular tweets: 1. Many teachers spend their time searching for activities. The best teachers spend their time creating experiences. 2. Students would rather learn from a teacher who always treats them with respect than one who is always right. 3. Best practices lose their effectiveness when we use them as an excuse to keep doing what we've always been doing. 4. We don't need more hours in school, we need to do school differently with those hours. 5. If you're willing to teach in ways that others won't, you will have engagement that others don't. References to things mentioned by Guest or Host Join Nathan and his team for interactive Twitter Chats #leadupchat Saturdays at 6:30 am PST Preview tweets at #DivergEd Take Away Thought “When it’s important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor.” -Elon Musk Call To Action Explore Space for Thought Lounges in Your Classroom- visit http://www.calmversation.com Nathan's Social Media Twitter @Nalang1 Producer Ryan Jobson

An exploration into the calmversation approach to learning Listen as students share “what interrupts their learning” footage from inside classroom 27:28 Explore the Wishes and Wisdoms Program in Your School- obtain access for free https://calmversation.thinkific.com/courses/wishes-and-wisdoms Takeaway thought “Success is if a student feels valued in the class with their teacher that year.” calmversation.org

A recap of moments from season one - Atlantis. Get to know our host MissyJena as she interviews guests on the topics of leadership, learning and inspiration. We encourage you to help our show through the iTunes rate, review, and subscribe button! Learn more about calmversations now: www.calmversation.org/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

Gillian Judson is a Twitter celebrity who goes by the username @perfinker. She is a real life human filled with tons of energy and enthusiasm for all things in imagination. Gillian enjoys teaching, researching, writing in the Faculty of Education at Simon Fraser University. She is also co-directing the ImaginED education research group. As an educational consultant she explores a range of topics including imagination and ecological teaching practices, educational program design and educational change. Sharing things with you: 2:42 - To Envision the Impossible 7:10 - Teachers are Affecting Our Kids Choices 14:45 - 3 Major Misconceptions 20:30 - Words are the Limit 35:03 - Alleviating the Suffering The Takeaway Thought: "It is dangerous to think about our students as “thinkers” - human beings never just “think”. We are emotional beings who perceive, feel, and think simultaneously. Our students - all learners, are “perfinkers” (David Krech). What does teaching look like when we acknowledge that our students are perfinkers?" Gillian Judson "If you say something to an individual and you think that they grasp your meaning, you are a full. Because any number of words I have used in a sentence could've led you to envision something slightly different. Words - we can't get beyond them, we are entitled to them but they limit us." Find out more about Gillian Judson: Website: http://ierg.ca/gillianjudson/ Blog: http://www.educationthatinspires.ca/ Columns: http://www.bamradionetwork.com/teaching-teens-tweens/blogger/listings/gillianjud http://www.creativitypost.com/authors/profile/200/GJudson Connect with Gillian on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImaginationandEducation/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianjudson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/perfinker Google+: https://plus.google.com/collection/MAuuEB Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gillianjudson/ We encourage you to help our show through the iTunes rate, review, and subscribe button! Learn more about calmversations now: calmversation.org/

A deeper understanding of the role emotions play in learning environments both inside and outside the classroom. Sharing things with you: 3:48 - Cool Kid, Superficial Kid 5:57 - Having Different Definitions 12:10 - Don't Give up on Children 20:40 - Learning vs. Anxiety 29:00 - Having no Secrets Google hires - Do Grades Matter? http://money.cnn.com/2015/04/09/technology/google-people-laszlo-bock/ The Takeaway Thought: "We are all humans and deserve to be respected as such. Children more so than anyone, many do not have the same advantages. We need to remember that they still need to be nurtured, every one of them." Mr. G "Anxiety is a big issue in learning. I talked with kids about math anxiety and they just get anxious and I've seen it in adults - they get anxious with math. It just gets in the way. What I have learned is to just go away, rethink it, calm down and soon you're good. But there is, along with that, your insecurities and then anxiety springs." We encourage you to help our show through the iTunes rate, review, and subscribe button! Learn more about calmversations now: calmversation.org/

Julie thought that she wasn’t suited for memorizing, reciting facts and the typical ways she was tested in elementary and high school. What she realized in university taking art history and design history class was that she just needed the right subject to study. Sharing things with you: 2:04 - The Bright Yellow Sweater and Joyful Swagger 9:30 - Love for Dance 19:15 - An Ideal School 27:15 - Resisting Change 37:25 - When thoughts and feelings merge The Takeaway Thought: "Things do not change; we change." From Walden Pond by Henry David Thoreau "I love working with people who are also creative and who are creative enough to understand when they need to let go. It has to be someone I can click with. " Find out more about Julie Miller here: Instagram, Twitter: @creative_shift www.creativeshiftstudio.com

Dr. Beverley Steinhoff had started her own healthcare center 18 years ago and today she leads an amazing team of professionals who are dedicated to helping people achieve better health and more happiness through natural methods. She will teach you how to choose your own path and the wisdom which will guide your next actions. Sharing things with you: 2:45 - Small Moments of Greatness 7:47 - Ahead of Schedule 12:24 - Big Decisions 20:04 - Follow Your Passion 36:40 - What do You Want to Achieve by the end of Your Life? The Takeaway Thought: "Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens." Jimi Hendrix "Your gut is extremely important and the sooner you listen to that in your life, the better off you will be. Your gut is there and telling you things for a reason. It's a confluence of everything you've been though, told, what you've been impressed by." Find out more about Dr. Beverley: http://vancouverbackpain.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-beverley-steinhoff-0a603a13/ https://www.facebook.com/Vancouver.Back.Pain https://plus.google.com/+Vancouverbackpain Learn more about our calmversation wishes and wisdoms here: http://calmversation.org/

Chris Hindle has an extensive range of experience in one of the world's most senior organizations that supports youth. He is devoted to helping youth develop the skills they need in order to become the next generation of community and business leaders. In 2005. helped launching the Business Laureates of BC Hall of Fame, an initiative that honors British Columbia's business leaders who have made outstanding contributions to the province and Canada. With over 10 years of experience in marketing, communication, resource development and project management, Chris is an invaluable member of the Intersections Media Opportunities for Youth Society. Sharing things with you: 2:40 - Engaging and Empowering the Youth 9:00 - Expressing Personality through Creativity 13:21 - A Fresh Start 18:01 - What was Holding You Back? 21:05 - Don't Pressure the Youth The Takeaway Thought: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead "What I love about Intersections and other education programs is that they don't have testing or these unrealistic goals; that you're not good enough if you don't do it a certain way, or if you don't get that grade. It's about the experience and you want young people to enjoy learning. But we can't tell them how to learn, we need to adapt to the way that they learn." Connect with Chris for more info here chindle@intersectionsmedia.com and learn about their unique way of motivating and inspiring young people.

Johann Ma is a life long learner, reflector and community contributor. In this episode of calmversation Johann shares his experiences in school, working in various organizations and the insights he has collected from learning. Johann's stories will inspire you to truly reflect on your previous experiences and gain a whole lot of insights from different and new perspectives. Sharing things with you: 1:42 - Going out of the Turtle Shell 4:05 - Cycle of Bullying 6:38 - Free At Last The Takeaway Thought: "Free at last. Free at Last." Martin Luther King "Stay in school and play hard. Practice more." Share your perspective with MissyJena on Instagram here: instagram.com/missyjena Join the community by submitting a thought, quote or image via #calmversation

Don is the founder and CEO of StartEDUp, author of the book Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation. He is an international speaker, presenter and innovation coordinator. This family man who loves being a dad, who is devoted to researching bold approaches in creating change for students. As he shares his insights and observations in education, he will inspire you to turn your world upside down and work on creating an impact in the lives of others, especially students. Sharing things with you: 3:29 - The "Dumb" One 4:50 - Who do You Think You are? 11:05 - Open Source Learning 14:17 - What can You Do with What You Know? 24:55 - Mastering, Autonomy and Purpose The Takeaway Thought: "I don’t care if you teach for 20 years, just don’t teach the same year 20 times." Chuck Wettrick "Simply having information for the sake of obtaining information is dead. You can do anything on a demand now, you can learn anything on a demand now - YouTube is a hell of a tool. People don't care what you know, what can you do with what you know is the new mantra." Find more about Don: https://twitter.com/DonWettrick http://www.startedupinnovation.com https://www.amazon.ca/Pure-Genius-Building-Culture-Innovation/dp/0988217627 Dan Pink’s Ted Talk “The Puzzle of Motivation” http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pink_on_motivation Explore the benefits of a space for thought lounge in your classroom or workspace today: http://calmversation.com/lounges/calmcentric-circles/

''We are the sum of our choices.'' - quoting Craig Mah, who is currently an administrator with over 25 years of experience working in schools. He is a big fan of Star Trek and Star Wars and loves creating professional learning communities - whether online or through professional opportunities. You'll instantly notice how open, responsive and caring he is in making room for change. This is where you will learn how to ''BOLDLY GO'', and achieve everything you have in mind. Sharing things with you: 3:00 - Renewed Focus 10:00 - We are the Sum of Our Choices 14:52 - The tone is Everything 20:30 - A Desire to Work with Kids 21:56 - This Makes Me Smile The Takeaway Thought: "To Boldly Go.'' Craig Mah ''When you are teaching children or you have your own kids, you structure your questions and activities and when the kids are ready and you see them just go, that they just take off - that makes me smile, that's the magic in our profession.'' Find out more about Craig: https://craigmah.wordpress.com https://twitter.com/CraigMah Join Craig and the rest of the #BCEdChat co-moderators for a lively discussion every Sunday at 7pm PST.

Christina Wong is a calmversationist devoted to meaningful conversations and sharing ideas. Being a senior advisor to TEDxSFU she is helping the community in searching for new ways of educating children how to develop empathy and discover their true potential. Christina is sharing her most compelling moments that had empowered her and made her pursue her passion, inspiring you to motivate children and everybody else to express themselves and actively participate in creating their own path. Sharing things with you: 1:20 - Experience with TEDxSFU 10:10 - The Turtleneck on the Ground 14:55 - The Intellectual Bonfire 17:26 - We are All in the Same Team 30:00 - Tips & Tricks for TEDx style audition The Takeaway Thought: "Be curious, not judgemental.'' Christina Wong ''The child won't remember what you told them, it will remember how you've made them feel.'' Sugata Mitra Ted Prize Winner Self Organized Learning Environments https://www.ted.com/talks/sugata_mitra_build_a_school_in_the_cloud Why we should shred our diplomas | Dr. Charles Bingham https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWoLiYQZmZQ Learn more about the street store initiative http://www.metronews.ca/news/vancouver/2014/12/18/pop-up-store-brings-holiday-joy-to-homeless-in-vancouver.html Christina is the cofounder of a start up called Atria, an online social platform that empowers people to create meaningful change. They are currently accepting new members to join the team and help out with various projects. https://www.facebook.com/AtriaTechCoop/ http://www.atria.coop

In this very first episode of calmversation, you will have the chance to dive into the world of memories, powerful realizations and understandings that are still shaping the life of podcast host, Missy Jena and Co-Host Laura McClenahan. Compelling stories of our hosts, starting from childhood experiences to today's breakthroughs will bring you right back to your defining moments, passions and make you closer than ever with your true self, the one that you want to show to the whole world. Sharing things with you: 2:44 - Shy kid, Funny habits 10:40 - Speaking Up 17:30 - Becoming Who You were Meant to Be 25:00 - The Future Belongs to the Children 37:11 - Seeing the Value in Reverse Leadership The Takeaway Thought: “You must do the things you think you cannot do.” Eleanor Roosevelt ''The world is changing and the jobs that are in place today, may not be in place tomorrow. The world is changing because of the kids in your class who are dreaming about the future, they are designing the future as they sit there in your classroom. If you are not open to their ideas you are putting a barrier in their path.'' Laura has been writing blog posts for our very own calmversation.org blog http://calmversation.org/recent-posts/ Follow Laura here: https://twitter.com/16laura16laura https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mcclenahan-50412a104/ Read the story of how calmversation began: https://medium.com/@calmversation/what-hurts-more-than-stepping-on-a-lego-piece-b161c7fb3aac#.im0cm9atj