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Suzie Kerr Wright spent years questioning experiences that didn't fit neatly into the world around her. That is, until she learned to trust her intuition and discovered why our greatest fears sometimes point us toward our deepest purpose.
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Why are so many passionate teachers leaving the classroom? Former science teacher Trey Cokeroft shares the realities of teacher burnout, low pay, and the lasting impact educators have on students long after graduation.
The first five years of life influence far more than childhood. Preschool teacher Renee Cox explains how early childhood development, emotional regulation, kindness, and trauma can shape who we become as adults.
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