Cold-Pressed Conversations™

Are you surviving your schedule—or sustaining your soul?  

In this refreshing episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations™, we sit down with Michelle Singh, National Board-Certified Teacher, best-selling author, and founder of Restful Teacher. With over 20 years in education and global reach, Michelle unpacks why rest isn't a reward for exhaustion—it's the foundation of emotional wellness, resilience, and true joy.  

If you’re an educator, leader, or woman who gives endlessly but rarely pauses, this episode is your call to reset.  

🎙️ In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  How Michelle’s burnout led to an international self-care movement for educators Why emotional wellness starts with naming your feelings The 7 types of rest (and how to find your personal rest prescription) What educators often overlook when recovering from burnout How Michelle’s Cultivate space is redefining reflection and restoration  

⏱️ Timestamps: 

00:00:15 – Meet Michelle Singh: Educator, founder, and Restful Teacher leader 

00:04:13 – The story behind The Restful Teacher and how it became a global movement 

00:06:07 – Discovering rest types: emotional, sensory, and the joy of doing nothing 

00:10:19 – Why educators need intentional rest before and after the work 

00:13:21 – Rest at conferences? Yes. Here’s how Michelle makes space even in airports 

00:21:30 – Inside Cultivate: A safe space for breathing, becoming, and being seen 

00:25:23 – Final takeaway: “You won’t feel real joy until you reconnect with yourself”  

💡 This Episode Is For You If You: 

✔️ Are tired of burnout cycles and want sustainable wellness 

✔️ Lead or teach but feel like you're losing touch with your own needs 

✔️ Want permission—and strategies—to pause, reflect, and breathe 

✔️ Are seeking a new rhythm that honors your whole self  

Connect with Michelle Singh:

🌍 Community Invitation and Resources: https://connectwithmichelle.com

🫱🏿‍🫲🏻 Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lctelearning

📺 Subscribe to Michelle's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lctelearning

📚 Browse Michelle’s Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/michellesingh

📝 Explore Michelle's Thought Leadership: https://michelle-singh.mykajabi.com/thoughtleadership

🌐 Learn More About Michelle’s Work: https://lctelearning.com

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📐 What if math isn’t just about numbers, but about reclaiming confidence, culture, and community?

In this energizing episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations, Dr. Jewel White-Williams sits down with educator and entrepreneur Akil Parker for a fresh perspective on what math really means—and how it can empower us all. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or someone who's ever felt distant from math, this conversation will challenge what you think you know and invite you to see math in a whole new light.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

✅ How can integrating Black history into math instruction help students develop both cultural awareness and analytical thinking skills?

✅ What role can parents play in reshaping their children's relationship with math, especially when overcoming their own academic trauma?

✅ Why is it important to view mathematics as a tool for problem-solving and critical thinking rather than just formulas and memorization?

✅ How does Parker’s histomatics approach challenge traditional math education, and what possibilities does it open for interdisciplinary learning? 

🧭 Timestamps  

00:00:00 Welcome & Akil Parker's Introduction  

00:01:30 Teaching Journey & Discovering a Love for Math  

00:05:30 Histomatics: Black History + Math Integration  

00:09:30 Supporting Parents & Breaking Math Trauma  

00:14:30 Reframing Math Through Home & Daily Practice  

00:19:00 Akil's Wellness, Freedom & Entrepreneurial Teaching  

00:23:00 Final Reflections: Math as a Problem Solving Tool 👨🏿‍🏫

Whether you're a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode explores how math, history, and everyday life intersect to empower communities and reframe what it means to be “a math person.”

Connect with Akil Parker:

https://www.allthismath.com/

https://www.youtube.com/c/allthismath

💎 How to connect with Dr. Jewel: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjwhitewilliams/

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What if the breakthrough you need is buried beneath your deepest pain? 

In this episode, we sit down with Tina Wilson—also known as Stars Tina—a trauma coach, holistic fitness professional, and radiant force of resilience. After the heartbreaking loss of her 21-year-old son in 2016, Tina could have given up. Instead, she rose. Her journey through grief, healing, and transformation is one you won’t forget—and one that may just change how you see your own story.  

Timestamps & Highlights 

00:00 – Meet Tina Wilson: Energy Coach & Trauma Healer 

01:06 – What Is “Trauma Transformative Energy”? 

03:22 – Tragedy Strikes: Losing Her Son in 2016 

05:23 – Core Values: Faith, Energy, Resilience & Loyalty 

08:01 – Tina’s Motivational Charge for Women 1

1:00 – The HALT Method: Simple Self-Check for Women 

13:42 – Her Books, Website & 75-Day Reset Challenge 

16:30 – Final Word for the Woman Who Feels Stuck 

19:25 – Closing & How to Connect with Tina  

🧘‍♀️ Key Themes:  

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What part of Tina’s story spoke to your heart? Have you ever turned pain into purpose? Drop a message below—we read every one.

👇  📲 Connect with Tina: https://www.iamstarztina.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/Iamstarztina/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aboutstarztina/  

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🛠️ What if the real key to school improvement isn't another new initiative, but rebuilding trust from the inside out?

In this compelling episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations, Dr. Jewel White-Williams sits down with Dr. Toby A. Travis, award-winning author of TrustED: The Bridge to School Improvement and a globally recognized expert in educational leadership. Together, they dive deep into the true foundations of lasting school transformation, highlighting why 70% of improvement efforts fail, how trust affects everything from student behavior to staff retention, and what it actually takes to lead a thriving school culture.

Whether you're a school leader, educator, or community stakeholder, this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership, wellness, and what it means to build a school where trust is more than a buzzword. It’s the foundation.

Don’t miss this one. 🌟 What You’ll Learn:

✅ How does Dr. Travis's Trusted Leadership Framework help educational leaders assess and build trust within their schools to improve long-term outcomes?

✅ What does Dr. Travis identify as the connection between environmental wellness, implementation success, and the 70% failure rate of school improvement initiatives?

✅ Why does Dr. Travis caution against using the term “family” in school environments, and how does redefining community relationships impact trust and accountability?

✅ What actionable advice does Dr. Travis give for creating a culture of trust, and how can in-person problem-solving transform toxic school environments?

🏫 Whether you're a school leader, educator, or advocate for better learning environments, this episode unpacks how trust—not trends—is the cornerstone of meaningful and sustainable school improvement.

Dr. Toby Travis:

Social Media Links: www.linkedin.com/in/drtobytravis

www.globalschoolconsultants.org

BOOK: www.trustedbook.info

💎 How to connect with Dr. Jewel: Wellness

Website: https://jwhitewilliams.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjwhitewilliams/

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#TrustedLeadership #SchoolImprovement #OrganizationalWellness #TrustInEducation #ColdPressedConversations

🧭 Timestamps

00:00:00 Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Travis

00:02:30 What is Trusted Leadership & Why It Matters

00:07:30 70% Failure Rate of Initiatives & Role of Trust

00:12:00 Building Trust Through Assessment, Action & Values

00:17:00 Challenges of New Leadership, the 'Family' Fallacy & Community Culture

00:22:30 Trusted Leadership & School Turnaround Outcomes

00:26:30 Final Gem: Don't Resolve Conflict Electronically

What if your wellness was the leadership strategy you’ve been missing?  

In this moving episode, Craig Aarons Martin joins Dr. Jewel for a rich conversation about leading from a place of clarity, care, and courage. They talk real life—how to lead when you're tired, how to show up when you’re called, and why your wellness isn't optional. It's essential.  If you’ve ever felt stretched thin but deeply committed to your calling, this one is for you.

Expect practical insight, personal truth, and gentle reminders that you don’t have to choose between purpose and peace—you can lead whole. 

 🧭 Timestamps & Topics 

00:45 – Finding your rhythm as a purpose-driven leader 

03:10 – The role of community in sustaining your wellness 

06:22 – Craig’s journey through service, storytelling, and leadership 

09:15 – Wellness habits that protect your peace 

12:05 – Speaking up with compassion in hard spaces  

🎯 This is for you if you’re…  

*A heart-centered leader navigating big emotions and big decisions 

*A faith-rooted educator, advocate, or mentor 

*Ready to shift from survival mode into sustainable leadership 

*Curious about the link between wholeness and influence 

Connect with Craig Aarons Martin:  

CCM Education Group: https://ccmeducationgroup.co/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcmartin 

Black Boy Summit: https://blackboyjoysummit.com/  

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Are you running on autopilot while pouring into everyone but yourself?

In this soul-stirring episode, Wilnette Carter shares how she made the shift from burnout to balance—and what it really takes to live with clarity, financial peace, and emotional wellness.

Whether you're an educator, high-achieving woman, or simply ready to choose you, this conversation will speak directly to your spirit.

🔑 In This Episode:
00:00 – Why Self-Investment Is Non-Negotiable
04:10 – Breaking Free from Hustle Culture
09:32 – Budgeting Without Guilt: The “Capable Rich” Approach
14:45 – Emotional Baggage Educators Often Carry
19:57 – Tools for Creating a More Aligned Life

👉 Watch now—and give yourself permission to grow.
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In this inspiring episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations, we welcome Diana Williams, a nationally recognized special education consultant and coach. With over a decade of impact, Diana shares what it really takes to support students with disabilities—and how educators can shift their mindset, language, and leadership to foster more inclusive, effective classrooms. 

 ✨ If you’re an educator looking to bridge the gap between theory and practice, this episode is packed with real talk and real tools.  

🔑 In this episode, we unpack:  

✔️ How to understand disabilities beyond the diagnosis 

✔️ Actionable strategies for the classroom 

✔️ Boundaries that serve both students and teachers 

✔️ How to choose your battles with intention 

✔️ Leading with trust and presence  

⏰ Timestamps: 

00:00 – Welcome & Diana’s journey into special education 

04:12 – Understanding the impact of disabilities in real classrooms 

09:28 – Translating theory into practical strategies 

15:35 – Why boundaries and mindset matter more than you think 

22:50 – Leadership that builds trust and transforms culture

 🔗 Connect with Diana Williams: Learn more about her work, services, and resources at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianarwilliams6/ 

https://www.dianawilliamsllc.com  

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What happens when you walk away from corporate comfort to follow your calling in education?  

In this inspiring episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations™, I speak with featured guest, Rodrick Johnson, as we explore the bold and deeply personal journey of leaving behind a high-paying job to embrace a purpose-driven life in the classroom.

🌱 This isn’t just a career pivot—it’s a transformation rooted in wellness, self-discovery, and intentional living.  Whether you're considering a professional shift or just craving more alignment between your work and your values, this story will challenge, encourage, and uplift you.  

🧠 What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

✔️ The power of energy transfer and how your presence impacts others 

✔️ Why passion over profit leads to long-term fulfillment 

✔️ How wellness practices can transform how you lead and live 

✔️ The real talk behind challenges of transitioning careers 

✔️ The role of mentorship and self-care in sustaining your purpose  

Timestamps:  00:00 – The Energized Educator Enters the Room 

04:00 – From Corporate to Calling 

08:00 – Wellness, Wholeness & Walking It Out 

12:00 – From Trauma to Transformation 

17:00 – A Message to Educators: Be Unforgettable  

🔥 Key Keywords for Reach: corporate to education, career transition story, leave corporate job, follow your purpose, educator wellness, teaching and mental health, mentorship in education, self-care for educators, passion over profit  

💬 Let’s Talk: Have you ever considered leaving a job that didn’t align with your values? Drop your story or question in the comments—we read and reply to every one.   

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In this eye-opening episode of Cold-Pressed Conversations™, we sit down with educator and consultant Kylie Elizabeth to unpack what truly shapes successful learning environments—and it’s not just curriculum.  

From the hallways of public schools to the heart of charter communities, Kylie reveals how school culture, teacher wellness, and parental involvement work together to form the foundation of thriving students—and burnout-free educators.  

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 

✔️ How school culture impacts student motivation and equity 

✔️ The emotional toll of teaching—and how to prioritize educator wellness 

✔️ Why engaged parents are powerful partners in academic success 

✔️ The biggest mistakes schools make when it comes to hiring and leadership 

✔️ How to create sustainable environments where both students and teachers can grow  

💬 This episode is for you if you’re:  

A school leader or principal facing staff retention challenges 

A parent curious about how to better support your child’s education 

A teacher feeling overwhelmed by shifting school expectations 

A policymaker looking to build community-centered educational policies  

🔗 Timestamps: 

00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro 

03:10 – Why School Culture Matters More Than Ever 

08:42 – Public vs. Charter School Dynamics 

14:05 – The Link Between Teacher Wellness & Student Outcomes 

19:37 – The Emotional Intelligence Gap in Education 

24:18 – How Parents Can Collaborate with Educators 

30:00 – Final Thoughts + Advice for Schools Moving Forward  

👇🏾 Join the Conversation! What resonated with you most in this episode? Comment below—we’d love to hear how your school or community is tackling these issues.  

Contact Information for Kyle Elizabeth: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thevirtuosoeducator/ 

linktr.ee/thevirtuosoeducator

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Are we just learning, or are we transforming?   

🌱 In this powerful episode, we explore Embracing Transformative Learning through the lens of The Project—a groundbreaking approach that blends spiritual growth, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility into one unforgettable journey. 

👉 If you’re an educator, learner, or lifelong thinker searching for deeper meaning in education, this episode is for you.  

🧠 What you'll learn:  

🎧 Timestamps 

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 

02:15 – Why We Need a New Learning Model 

06:45 – Spiritual vs. Intellectual Growth (and why you need both) 

12:30 – The Power of Experiential Learning 

19:10 – How to Build Safe Learning Spaces 

25:00 – Final Reflections & Takeaways  

Contact Info for Dr. Zakia Yasmin Gates:  

LinkedIn:  

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