Ep 202: Fostering Optimism to Cultivate a Positive Mindset in Students and Teachers

Jan 15, 2024 · 19m 23s
Ep 202: Fostering Optimism to Cultivate a Positive Mindset in Students and Teachers
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This week, Ryan sits with Jenna Edwards, the award-winning producer, actor, and author of Aggressive Optimism, a new novel about the coming-of-age story that explores themes of mental health and...

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This week, Ryan sits with Jenna Edwards, the award-winning producer, actor, and author of Aggressive Optimism, a new novel about the coming-of-age story that explores themes of mental health and perseverance. On this episode, Jenna talks about “aggressive optimism” and what schools can do to instill a mindset of optimism in its students and teachers. Jenna also talks about distinguishing aggressive optimism and toxic positivity in the K-12 sector. Tune in!

You can find out more about her work by visiting www.jennaedwards.com

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) Producer: Ross Ulysse
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