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This episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast features a heartfelt interview with the founder of the nonprofit None Will Fail and its founder, Chantell Gillette, as she works to support urban youth in their quest to create their own narratives through identity development. In this episode, we delve into the critical role of social-emotional learning, personal growth, and managing emotions for these young minds.
The episode kicks off with Chantell's passionate mission to empower urban youth, setting the tone for the discussion. She reflects on the profound impact teachers can have when they show genuine care and concern in the classroom. Their experiences highlight the significance of engagement and motivation for students.
The podcast then delves into the importance of social-emotional learning within the Philadelphia nonprofit. With an emphasis on teaching self-love, communication, and relationship-building through hands-on activities and games, we gain insight into the transformative potential of these programs.
The episode shifts focus toward personal growth and self-awareness, as Chantell shares their own childhood experiences of feeling misunderstood and overlooked. Despite receiving decent grades, their struggle with information retention is a testament to the idea that every child is unique and learns in their own way. The speaker's journey of self-discovery, supported by their mother's unwavering belief in them, underscores the importance of acknowledging and nurturing individual talents and potential in young people.
Chantell also recalls her own experience with sports as a means of staying engaged and motivated. Emotions and confrontations in childhood are explored, highlighting the speaker's journey toward mindfulness and self-control. The speaker shares experiences of confrontation with authority figures and the lessons learned from those encounters, emphasizing the importance of understanding the reasons behind actions and requests.
Parents can explore the None Will Fail program further through social media and the website, providing opportunities for their kids to participate in after-school programs or youth organizations. The episode offers valuable insights into the importance of personal development, emotional growth, and supportive communities in nurturing the potential of urban youth.
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This episode of the Falling for Learning Podcast features a heartfelt interview with the founder of the nonprofit None Will Fail and its founder, Chantell Gillette, as she works to support urban youth in their quest to create their own narratives through identity development. In this episode, we delve into the critical role of social-emotional learning, personal growth, and managing emotions for these young minds.
The episode kicks off with Chantell's passionate mission to empower urban youth, setting the tone for the discussion. She reflects on the profound impact teachers can have when they show genuine care and concern in the classroom. Their experiences highlight the significance of engagement and motivation for students.
The podcast then delves into the importance of social-emotional learning within the Philadelphia nonprofit. With an emphasis on teaching self-love, communication, and relationship-building through hands-on activities and games, we gain insight into the transformative potential of these programs.
The episode shifts focus toward personal growth and self-awareness, as Chantell shares their own childhood experiences of feeling misunderstood and overlooked. Despite receiving decent grades, their struggle with information retention is a testament to the idea that every child is unique and learns in their own way. The speaker's journey of self-discovery, supported by their mother's unwavering belief in them, underscores the importance of acknowledging and nurturing individual talents and potential in young people.
Chantell also recalls her own experience with sports as a means of staying engaged and motivated. Emotions and confrontations in childhood are explored, highlighting the speaker's journey toward mindfulness and self-control. The speaker shares experiences of confrontation with authority figures and the lessons learned from those encounters, emphasizing the importance of understanding the reasons behind actions and requests.
Parents can explore the None Will Fail program further through social media and the website, providing opportunities for their kids to participate in after-school programs or youth organizations. The episode offers valuable insights into the importance of personal development, emotional growth, and supportive communities in nurturing the potential of urban youth.
Support the show
We drop new episodes every Saturday at 5 p.m. Pacific Time.
Follow us:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fallingforlearning/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fallingforlearning/
https://linktr.ee/falling4learning