#resiliencechat Archive
Co-moderated by Dr. Robert Martinez and Sara Truebridge, #resiliencechat focuses on promoting resilience amongst educators and students.
Monday May 23, 2016
10:00 PM EDT
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Welcome to ! Who is joining us tonight?
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Wondering who is being resilient tonight? I need a recharge. Waving from Chicago's NW side.
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Bonjour! Good to have you here!
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Waving right back at 'cha!
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Just walking in the door! Hi there folks! Rob from Northern California is in the house!
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Hey there Deb, and Jenny!
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Who else may be out there in land tonight?
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I have not been putting out my usual invites. It seems to make a difference. I will try to get back on that!
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Hello & Tracy from MA popping in for a bit. Late here on the East Coast
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Hi, Rob. Not sure if I will be resilient tonight, but tends to energize me.
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Hi Sara...hope all is well.
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Hi Tracy! Great to have you here as always!
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Hi Debra! All's well in San francisco. How's life where you are?
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Doing well thanks. Ready for going from the 50s to 90s here outside Philadelphia.
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Always start with a little tidbit. Here we go...
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You follow your passion. I'm gonna take a nap.
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Tidbit: "Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow."
~ Anthony J. D'Angelo
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A bit too fast for me. Time for shorts and lemonade. How's the weather near you?
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Kinda quiet in so I'll step in. Jeremy, parent & more from Connecticut.
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That's the spirit, Jeremy!!!
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re: tidbit: My philosophy is grow or die.
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Q1: What does the word "passion" mean to you?
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Yes, wondering where everyone is tonight? There's no Warriors game... ;)
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A1: passion - a fire burning inside you about a topic that needs to be expressed.
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A1 In this case it's a certain energy. Deeper than enthusiasm. Beyond that. Intense determination. Resilience.
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A1: Passion means lighting a fire in the heart & mind. It's the difference bet. success & lack of interest.
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A1 Loving what you do and wanting to share it with others.
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Such good definitions of passion coming across on .
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Tracy here from Saskatchewan, Canada
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It is Victoria Day weekend in Canada. We are holidaying it today.
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https://t.co/F2Zio7yZNi
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Tidbit: "Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow."
~ Anthony J. D'Angelo
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A1 More to the point, resilience transferred to others. So they feel what you feel. One big resounding, "YES!"
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Welcome, Tracy! So great to have you here in
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A1 And if you believe it, others will believe it, too. And want to act accordingly.
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Love this definition for incorporating the sharing. Wondering whether that's always part of passion. https://t.co/cRPv1hIKrW
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A1 Loving what you do and wanting to share it with others.
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Happy Holidays to my friends in Canada!
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Q2: How can you tell when a student is being passionate about something vs. just being interested in something?
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A1 2me Your should be that thing you do that is from your core, and creates a positive impact on the world!
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A1: Passion is the feeling you get from doing what you love - passion for your work/hobbies/family https://t.co/zeDLkqfI5L
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Q1: What does the word "passion" mean to you?
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I like the concept of it coming from or touching one's core.
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In my mind, yes. I love learning & teaching & hope that I can share that love w/ my students.It's why I teach!
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Q2: https://t.co/4hEAp6od5Z
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Q2: How can you tell when a student is being passionate about something vs. just being interested in something?
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A2: Some call it being hyperfocused but I call it going broad & deep into the subject/their interest. It's inspiring...
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I agree. It is different than perseverating too.
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A2: the fire in their eyesThe way they light up.The tone of voice. The desire to learn everything. The intensity of thought.
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Passion also goes along with the concept of "flow."
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A2: they have a growth mindset when it comes to their learning https://t.co/8Czj4h5yhc
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Q2: How can you tell when a student is being passionate about something vs. just being interested in something?
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Q3: How does one cultivate passion? What can we do to help cultivate or promote passion?
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A2 This is when the sharing comes in. When Ss want to share w/ you & others what they are doing or learning. That's passion!
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A2 Could it be that they are moved internally, and then they want to demonstrate their passion externally. Engage others!
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...and I love their excitement in sharing. It's often not only what they do but HOW they do it!
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Great response Jenny https://t.co/ceyewcSlEn
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A2: the fire in their eyesThe way they light up.The tone of voice. The desire to learn everything. The intensity of thought.
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Q3 https://t.co/CikEJ1wRDq
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Q3: How does one cultivate passion? What can we do to help cultivate or promote passion?
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A3: help students develop a growth mindset - love learning, be resilient, to challenge themselves https://t.co/BmzWrBfJla
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Q3: How does one cultivate passion? What can we do to help cultivate or promote passion?
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A3:find out what is important to the S. See what sets them a flame.Embrace & encourage them to pursue what is dear to them.
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A3: Allow students to go with their interests as much as possible. Encourage them to apply it broadly. Give them space...
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Sorry, was pulled away...
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A2: When Ss are excited to show their work and discuss ideas, even when no one is paying attention. That's passion!!
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There are opportunities like Genius Hour that Ts are implementing to tap into Ss passions.
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A3 Enthusiasm begets enthusiasm. More enthusiasm, the more passion is generated.
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A3) comes from within, but anyone can boost it in others by encouraging them to follow it. https://t.co/I8ps9SFwgg
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Q3: How does one cultivate passion? What can we do to help cultivate or promote passion?
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A3 Means constantly encouraging and nurturing a person's gifts and/or ideas.
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A3: I've seen many a disinterested child turn the corner with real common core lessons: , ,
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You know what they say...Better late... ;)
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yeah, been having internet issues lately
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And, when the enthusiasm, is infused with Content that matters and is relevant to kids , Look out! https://t.co/J7KfCkGgvp
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A3 Enthusiasm begets enthusiasm. More enthusiasm, the more passion is generated.
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And the arts...music, theatre and creative writing as well.
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It's also interesting b/c what is a passion to one Ss may be a total bore to another.
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Be their difference. Make a difference. See the difference. Every time you help a child.
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Not just kids. Education and learning is for children of all ages.
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The word 'obsessed' is often thrown around in SPED when describing Ss. Would passionate be better? https://t.co/Ub9nIwgQCs
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I often find that it's through the arts that Ss understand the feelings associated w/passion
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nope. Just "passion"-ate about kids and seeing them do better.
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Love the reframing. I think though that there is a difference b/t perseverate and passion.
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Perseverating can be debilitating.
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They continue to question & wonder about the topic. Their learning/interest is ongoing - lifelong https://t.co/9OXX6frx2x
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Q2: How can you tell when a student is being passionate about something vs. just being interested in something?
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Nice!! I love the concept of "wonder." Thanks, Janelle for joining in
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passionate is a more +ve spin than the -ve version obsessed.passion is their desire to share what they know.
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Q4: What is the connection between passion and resilience?
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A4. Passion can sustain resilience, and vice versa. Though it's not the only thing
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Hi from Oakland. I'm late.
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a4 When you are passionate about something, you are more likely to persevere. Just like Dory: just keep swimming!
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When you're passionate about smthg, even if others don't agree, you are resilient in standing your ground to your belief.
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A4: Some may try to poo-poo their passion yet the resilient student (or person) stays with it. Much respect for it...
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Q4: where you're passionate about something you have the resilience to stick with it https://t.co/WzwFCzcZP0
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Q4: What is the connection between passion and resilience?
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Hi there!!!! I've been thinking about you! Glad to have you join up on
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Oh, great comparison Tracy...
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Altho, if it's sustained solely through passion, eventually that flame will wither and die, so more factors
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A4: 2me I think there is a +ve connection! If passion, then commitment, hence, latent ability 4 resilience is triggered!
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A4 Being resilient is what helps a person pursue a passion. Push past fears and doubts.
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Next question is a bit different...
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Q5: Some say, "Passion is overrated." Why do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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Means I need a whole lot more resilience. Talking to husband about this earlier. In so many words.
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A5. Passion can be overrated when it overrides reasoning/takes it too far
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Q5 5/23/16 https://t.co/doxBo8UxDk
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Q5: Some say, "Passion is overrated." Why do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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A5: Not really, but depends. Anyone can become a zealot and that's too far, yet passion keeps life worth living.
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A5: I also know Ps who get stressed b/c of the emphasis on "passion" & they don't know what their child's passion is yet.
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A5 - I say to so many new and veteran teachers "! If it's great if not find it! It is that important
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A5: passion gives you the energy to persevere, the enthusiasm to explore and question https://t.co/2CjT21eDwK
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Q5: Some say, "Passion is overrated." Why do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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Also, really, passion can tire u out, trying to do too much too quickly, sometimes that's why ppl say its overrated
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A5: passion is never overrated. Passion fuels the soul to continue the path you have chosen to see things through.
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It's important to be honest with others and to support them in finding their passion. Honesty takes courage
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A5 Disagree; Passion is the thing that keeps me resilient. Keeps me caring, even if I've been around the same barn12 times
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Absolutely, which is why parents need to let things emerge as they will. And they will...
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A5 Not overrated but I think it sometimes puts a lot of pressure on kids. And I think sometimes parents push.
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Yes, I've seen this happen. I have also seen parents force "THEIR" passions on their kids.
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True! Sustainability important - good to have motivation via passion, better to have https://t.co/M0T2d2FrxZ
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Altho, if it's sustained solely through passion, eventually that flame will wither and die, so more factors
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SO GOOD TO SEE YOU, Christine!!
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Yes! Curiosity builds w/ passion for learning...it is a spark. https://t.co/2mP3LcwDjE
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They continue to question & wonder about the topic. Their learning/interest is ongoing - lifelong https://t.co/9OXX6frx2x
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Q2: How can you tell when a student is being passionate about something vs. just being interested in something?
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Time to get personal here on ...
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Parents are under the microscope and under pressure which sadly transfers to their kids...
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Q6: What are you passionate about?
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A5 I disagree.Have lost count how many times I've been told how lucky I am because I have job I love & I'm passionate about.
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A5 My mom signed me up 4 ballet & then didn't let me continue. Yrs later found out she hated it as kid & thought I did, too.
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See the difference, celebrate the gains. Successes will always stay in a kid's back pocket. https://t.co/NP1dFmOAE5
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Be their difference. Make a difference. See the difference. Every time you help a child.
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interesting being a parent now... I've become more conscious about how that happens.
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Yes...my teaching was different once I became a parent...
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Passion drives personal learning so in an ED context I believe it is essential in fostering & promoting lifelong learning
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Yes, it does. Very unfortunate.
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A6: My son, helping parents help their children succeed, supporting at-risk & homeless students, and giving back.
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A6: Watermelonworks is my passion.Teaching Ss how to read, write, speak &spell french in a method that makes sense to them.
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Learning French is my unrealized passion that I hope to realize one day!!!
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A6 I'm kinda an open book and bringing this message to students, educators, school systems-
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A5) If you die with your passion a secret, it will die with you. Paint that painting. It'll live on. https://t.co/juNe9iHE12
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Q5: Some say, "Passion is overrated." Why do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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That concerned me about my nieces and nephew. Seemed like they were always doing something after school.
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...and a great read of a book it is!!!
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A6: my family, my dogs, my job, supporting my students and staff, teaching, learning new things https://t.co/jE9OQ1E6V9
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Q6: What are you passionate about?
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A6 So many things...changing the world; teaching methods; the people I love; travel; fighting racism; Oakland.......
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A6 Family, friends, job, students learning new things, cooking.
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Touche!! I'm right there with you!
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I haven't figured out what I'M going to be when I grow up. So we're giving our 11yo some time.
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Hehehehehe. I say the same thing and my son is 22!!
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A good plan. Our kids will show us in their time and when they do, it's wonderful.
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Yes, there is something to be said about "patience" and "passion" going together.
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A6. Passionate about superheroes. And guiding children to be their best, sojust, education...
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Mine is around the same age. His passions are clear and have been for years but not all are.
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Yes. Some are actually "birthed" that way knowing their path and sticking to it!
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Q7: How do you share your passion with others?
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Feeling less resilient as the hour gets later, passionate about sleep! Bailing out a bit early, thanks for the chat!
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You're right and it can be amazing for a parent to see...
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Well, they're probably energetic enough, y'know kids. XD
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Thanks for showing up on It is always great to see you!
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A6 Gardening. Social justice. Democracy. Nurturing my self and others.
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to child leads and recognizing the scaffolding to support growth/skills in interest area https://t.co/NdMsfYD3Yw
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A good plan. Our kids will show us in their time and when they do, it's wonderful.
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I especially love the part about nurturing yourself!!
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Well, they're grown now, but just thinking about it wore me out.
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A7: By "wearing it" -- writing, speaking, advocacy, volunteering. Helping parents & employees. Plenty of ways.
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A6. Also acting weird/silly. Trying to show Ss that it's ok to be silly. Like when I danced to Disney while in their clasrom
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I guess this should be A7. LOL
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A7 (jumping in): by acting on it.
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I live my passion every day - in my words and in my actions https://t.co/ioH2Lttb5q
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Q7: How do you share your passion with others?
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Personally- passionate about my family/health. Professionally-family advocacy, & social justice issues in schools
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Love it! Being silly and maintaining a sense of humor is a must!!
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Hey Keith! Thanks for jumping in !! Always good to see you!
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One S told me I'm embrrassing myself, and I'm like, "I dont care." *continues to dance to Hakuna Matata
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Any videos you'd like to share??? ;)
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...and for our last question on
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Q8: What will you do tomorrow as a result of today?
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I wish. No one recorded me lol #
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yes and by not caring what others including students say when it's in you and wants to be expressed.
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Of course, it's also to show productive silliness. I took care to sing in appropriate volume lvl in room
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If you learn to love life, or are desperate to make it better, passion will come. https://t.co/avnJHsOQ8O
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Yes, there is something to be said about "patience" and "passion" going together.
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A8: Keep on keeping on...
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Agreed. As long as I'm embarrassing myself, not hurting/distracting any1, its ok to be silly
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* embarrassing only myself
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I share resources, perspectives & experiences with students, co-workers, families & my PLN in hopes they share with me to :)
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A8: Tomorrow I will embrace and ignite the passion in others
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A8 Get out and garden, but I was going to do that, anyway.
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A8: with the busy testing over with and end of year upon us, recentering, making time for, and acting on that passion
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As always, I so enjoy our time on . Spread the word and invite others to join the conversation.
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A8) TOMORROW tomorrow? ;) Ok, there are passions lingering underneath. I'll bust a move. https://t.co/3aHFyn6TTf
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Q8: What will you do tomorrow as a result of today?
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Bring my passion for learning/for my students to work with me, make tomorrow a the best it can be https://t.co/JPIgdqMsS1
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Q8: What will you do tomorrow as a result of today?
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A8. Maybe not tomorrow,BUT if Im givn time, I wanna explain my reasoning behind my Disney dancing, see what they noticed
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That would be interesting. I'd like to hear how that turns out.
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G'night all! Was pulled away for the last couple of questions! rocks!!! https://t.co/mLvwL4dATI
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As always, I so enjoy our time on . Spread the word and invite others to join the conversation.
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jumped in just in time for the perfect answer.
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Once again, thank you Sara and Rob. Always interesting and engaging. Safe holiday weekend to all.
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Love this . Thanks to and each week! 💖🍉 always fuels me for the week.
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Ask the students to each share one of their passions in our sharing circle tmrw morning
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I tend to tell them that I try to make everything a teachable moment,but funny = may not have crossed minds
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..and thank YOU for being a steady contributor to It is great having you here!!
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My pleasure Sara. Take care...
