Episode 225

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17th Oct 2024

Creating Meant for More Classrooms with Angie Freese

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Angie Freese, author of  Meant for More: Real Talk about Classrooms Built on Dignity, Authenticity, and Connection. Angie’s passion for transforming education is undeniable, and her book offers a powerful roadmap for addressing educational inequity while fostering meaningful, relevant learning experiences. We dive into what inspired her to write Meant for More, explore the brave steps educators can take to create lasting change, and discuss how those outside the education system can support teachers while challenging faulty narratives. Angie also shares what "dignity" truly means in the context of her work. Whether you're an educator, leader, or someone invested in the future of education, this conversation is filled with actionable insights and hope. You can also join Angie’s virtual book study on skillsforce.com. Connect with her on  LinkedIn or follow her on Instagram. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about creating classrooms where every student thrives!  

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About the Podcast

Life = Choices; Choices = Life
Making better choices for a better life
Life = Choices; Choices = Life is about learning to replace external control psychology with radical responsibility and appreciation so you can make better choices to create the life you want to have. Kim Olver is a leading expert in Choice Theory™ psychology and will share what she has gleaned from the legendary work of Dr. William Glasser, as well as sharing her unique perspective based on over 30 years of study and research.

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Kim Olver

Kim Olver's mission is to help people make better choices for a better life. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor, a nationally certified counselor and a board certified coach. She is a world renowned expert in Choice Theory™ , a highly sought after international speaker and an award-winning author. Her books include: Leveraging Diversity at Work with Sylvester Baugh (2006), Secrets of Happy Couples (2010), Choosing Me Now (2019) and A Choice Theory Guide to Relationships (2019). Kim is currently working on the forthcoming books, The Definitive Guide to Coaching and Radical Responsibility and Appreciation. Kim is the author of The Relationship Center blog; creator of Empowerment Parenting, a 25-hour parenting curriculum for court-mandated parents; and owner of Academy of Choice, a BCC (Board Certified Coach) Coaching Program. Kim worked five years as a counselor for schizophrenics in a community-based residential program, 17 years holding various positions with a specialized foster care agency, was Executive Director of Glasser Institute for Choice Theory for nine years and the Executive Director for William Glasser International for eight; and began her own company, Coaching for Excellence, in 2005. She is a model of what she teaches about taking responsibility for the things she can influence and control and finding appreciation for those things she can't. Kim believes radical responsibility and appreciation are the keys to a happy, peaceful, satisfying life.