3 SEL Leadership Thoughts
By encouraging students to analyze their actions and thoughts, we not only foster self-awareness but also empower them to take charge of their learning path. It's in this quiet contemplation that the seeds of personal growth are sown, nurturing learners who are deeply connected to their inner selves.
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Our reflections are the compass guiding our decisions. By deliberately pausing to reflect at the end of the calendar year, we turn experiences into valuable lessons, ensuring that each step we take is aligned with our vision and values. This intentional reflection is not just about looking back but also paving a forward path, a ritual that helps us apply our learnings to foster a more vibrant and dynamic educational environment for the new year.
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Reflection is the starting line for every goal set in education. When educators and students engage in thoughtful reflection, they chart a course for success, identifying not just destinations but also the milestones along the way. This process of goal setting, fueled by reflective thinking, transforms aspirations into tangible objectives, making the journey of learning both purposeful and measurable.
2 Quotes from SEL Leaders
“It's your interpretation that produces an emotion; improve your interpretations and you may feel better. Setting an intention gives you an opportunity to declare how you want to be in a situation—and, ultimately, that's all you have true control over.” – Elena Aguilar
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“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” – Aristotle
1 Question to Reflect On
How will you carve out time for intentional reflection as you prepare for the new year?
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Until next month,
Nick Woolf
Author of SEL in 5
Founder of Inside SEL
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