Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor

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This week's Mojo Monday is a thought-provoking exploration of self-esteem and how we can start living our best lives, even when we don't feel confident or worthy. Join Carly as she shares her insights and experiences, and discover a new way of thinking about self-esteem and living a life that reflects our true worth.
Carly is a counsellor and coach who specialises in building psychological hardiness — the ability to navigate challenge, stay engaged, and take meaningful action under pressure. Her work integrates modern psychology with Eastern and Stoic approaches, helping people build resilience, live with purpose, and respond to life’s challenges with greater clarity, courage and steadiness.

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In today’s episode I chat with Kevin Cripe, focusing on the transformative power of education and the challenges within the system. Kevin, a passionate educator with 27 years of experience, shares insights from his career, including the creation of a chess program for underprivileged children and his experiences with changing educational dynamics. The discussion delves into the impact of increased testing, shifts in parenting, and the importance of valuing effort over results. Kevin also highlights the role of chess in developing cognitive skills and self-efficacy among students. Discover how fostering challenge orientation and effort can close achievement gaps and shape resilient, confident individuals.
Key Takeaways
The evolution of teaching over 27 years: increased testing, reduced instructional days, and shifting parenting styles
The importance of structure, rules, and the role of teachers as leaders, not friends
The detrimental effects of over-assessment and the value of valuing effort over results
Respect for teachers and societal respect deficits: how classroom tone influences student behavior
Strategies to engage and motivate disadvantaged students, including challenging them with complex problems
The science behind challenging students for better learning outcomes: cognitive architecture and transfer paradox
The power of belief and high expectations: stories of students achieving beyond stereotypes
The impact of self-efficacy and challenge orientation on student resilience and success
Timestamps:
03:06 The Impact of Testing on Education
06:06 Respect and Authority in the Classroom
09:03 Valuing Effort Over Results
12:10 The Power of High Expectations
15:00 Teaching Chess to Disadvantaged Students
18:01 Cognitive Development Through Chess
21:00 Transformative Moments in Education
26:15 Empowering Children Through Challenges
29:49 Understanding the Achievement Gap
32:58 The Importance of Challenging Education
36:31 Writing for Change: Kevin's Books
41:21 Personal Insights on Race and Education
44:12 The Impact of Political Divisiveness on Education

Resources & Links:
Kevin Cripe Motivational Speaker
Kevin’s Books
Connect with Kevin Cripe:
Website
Twitter
LinkedIn

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In this week’s Mojo Monday, Carly explores the Stoic exercise known as The View from Above, a powerful practice for creating perspective when we feel caught in stress, worry or emotional overwhelm.
Carly is a counsellor and coach who specialises in building psychological hardiness — the ability to navigate challenge, stay engaged, and take action under pressure. Her work integrates modern psychology with Eastern and Stoic approaches focusing on helping people live meaningful lives without needing to control their thoughts or emotions.
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