By Jeff Ikler
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In 2021, Sylvia, her son Ian, and Jennifer Gilbert joined founder Becca Klein in establishing Reeling in Serenity. Reeling in Serenity hosts free fly-fishing retreats for men and women in active recovery from substance abuse. On January 1st, 2024, Sylvia accepted the position of Executive Director for Reeling in Serenity. Reeling in Serenity has been featured in Angler Magazine and Fly Fisherman Magazine, and the organization has hosted retreats in Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Montana, and Colorado.
Sylvia has been a registered nurse for over 20 years. She also serves as a group facilitator for the Georgia Nursing Association’s Peer Assistance Program, supporting nurses in substance abuse recovery programs.
SummarySylvia Huron, co-founder and Executive Director of “Reeling in Serenity,” discusses how fly fishing can aid addiction recovery. The organization offers free retreats for individuals in recovery, providing a safe space to learn fly fishing and connect with nature and others in recovery. Sylvia emphasizes the therapeutic aspects of fly fishing, including its ability to promote mindfulness and peace. The retreats combine basic fly fishing instruction with opportunities for participants to share their recovery stories. Sylvia highlights the importance of overcoming shame and guilt in recovery and how fly fishing can help individuals reconnect with themselves and others, especially family members.
Reeling in Serenity also organizes follow-up activities like online meetings and fishing outings to maintain community support. The conversation touches on the organization's plans for future growth.
Three TakeawaysFly fishing provides therapeutic benefits in addiction recovery, including promoting mindfulness, peace, and reconnection with nature and oneself.
The structure and impact of Reeling in Serenity's retreats, which combine fly fishing instruction with opportunities to share recovery stories and build community.
The broader effects of addiction on families and the importance of creating safe, judgment-free spaces for individuals in recovery to heal and grow.
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Website: reelinginserenity.org
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
Key takeaways:
Stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to personal growth and increased self-confidence, regardless of age.
Responsible tourism and cultural sensitivity are crucial when visiting remote areas, including asking permission before taking photos and being mindful of one's impact.
Small acts of volunteerism and fundraising can make a significant difference in improving education and living conditions in underprivileged communities.
The conversation also touches on the changes in Nepal due to tourism, the importance of respecting local cultures, and Patty's continued involvement in supporting education initiatives in the region. The episode concludes with a discussion of the value of pursuing new experiences and staying active as one ages.
Social MediaPersonal website: https://pattishaleslefkos.com
Nepal One Day in Nepal Society: https://pattishaleslefkos.com/nepal-one-day-at-a-time-society/
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
Having been named ‘the da Vinci of Visionary Leadership’ by many leading authorities of our time, Oleg is considered #1 in the world in the field of vision and visionary leadership.
He is the author of The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership, The Vision Code, Leaderology, and other books.
My co-host, Rich Gassen, works as a print shop supervisor at UW-Madison, where he focuses on empowerment, creativity, and process improvements with staff. He also chairs the Campus Supervisors Network (CSN), a community of practice at the UW supporting supervisors in their roles by offering training and networking events, a weekly newsletter, and a website. Rich is an avid reader, sharer, and practitioner of leadership.
SummaryOleg Konovalov, an expert in vision leadership, shares his insights on cultivating curiosity and leadership. He distinguishes between two types of curiosity: "curiosity to know" and "curiosity to explore." The latter is more valuable, as it allows leaders to go beyond surface-level information and develop practical solutions to complex problems. Oleg emphasizes the importance of vision, which he sees as a space in the future defined by the value we create for people, rather than just lofty goals or wishes. He stresses that true leaders must be able to read "weak signals" and explore their own limits to better serve their people. Oleg also discusses the role of peace, connectedness, and love in effective leadership, arguing that leaders must be at peace with themselves and their people to unlock their full potential. Overall, Oleg's perspective highlights the need for leaders to move beyond ego-driven strategies and cultivate a heart-centered, exploratory approach to guiding their organizations into the future.
Three Major Ideas:
The need to distinguish between "curiosity to know" and "curiosity to explore"
The importance of vision as a space in the future defined by value creation, not just goals
The role of peace, connectedness, and love in effective leadership
Oleg uses an extended analogy between fishing and leadership throughout the conversation. Here are the key elements of the fishing analogy that Oleg draws:
Reading Weak Signals: Oleg compares effective leadership to fishing, where leaders need to be skilled at reading "weak signals" - the subtle cues and indicators that aren't immediately obvious, similar to how a skilled fisherman can detect the presence of fish in the water even when they can't be directly seen.
Adaptability and Handling Changing Conditions: Just as a fisherman must constantly adapt their techniques and lures based on changing weather, water conditions, and fish behavior, Oleg says effective leaders must be able to nimbly adapt to fast-changing realities and challenges.
The Journey, Not the Destination: Oleg likens leadership to a journey or "path" rather than reaching a final "finish line" or destination. Like fishing is an ongoing activity without a clear endpoint, Oleg emphasizes that leadership is a continuous process of growth, exploration and adapting to new circumstances.
Revealing Greatness: Oleg states that the role of a leader is to "reveal the greatness" in their people, similar to how a skilled fisherman can bring out the full potential of the fish they are trying to catch.
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-oleg-konovalov/
About Jeff
Jeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
Gail Harris explains her role as helping women authors share their personal narratives, emphasizing their vulnerability and the healing aspects of the process. Gail believes that storytelling has the power to foster connection, shared humanity, and personal growth.
Her ghostwriting approach involves in-depth interviews, identifying unique story elements, and collaborative manuscript development. Gail recounts a project where she interviewed multiple individuals to capture a comprehensive narrative, highlighting the importance of diverse perspectives.
The conversation also touches on the impact of uncovering personal and family histories, as exemplified by Jeff's experience of learning new details about his mother's past. Throughout the discussion, Gail underscores the transformative potential of sharing personal stories for both authors and readers, promoting self-love and deeper understanding.
Three critical lessons:
Staying present in the moment can help reduce worry and maintain composure.
Sharing personal stories can be a powerful tool for healing and fostering connections.
Considering multiple perspectives enriches storytelling and provides valuable context.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-harris-269a219/
https://goldenghostwriting.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lyOp5KOyvo
About Jeff
Jeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
Three takeaways:
The 8th Air Force faced extreme dangers and suffered heavy losses in their bombing campaign.
Long-range fighter escorts were crucial in gaining air superiority.
Preserving and sharing WWII veterans' stories is vital for educating future generations.
Amazon - http://bit.ly/ShotDownBook
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SteveSnyderShotDown/videos
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-snyder-61570625/
ReferencedDocumentary of Howard Snyder and the “Susan Ruth”
The “Toby Mug” from the movie, “Twelve O’Clock High”
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
This is part 2 of an episode I aired with Dr. Peter Liljedahl last week. Peter created the program “Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics” that Lorenzo uses.
Our conversation here delves into the challenges and rewards of transforming math education. Lorenzo shares his journey from traditional teaching methods to a more student-centered approach. He emphasizes the importance of building buy-in among colleagues and sparking student curiosity to foster a love of math.
The conversation highlights the power of project-based learning and real-world connections in making math relevant and engaging for students. Lorenzo's implementation of the Thinking Classrooms model showcases how collaborative problem-solving can transform the classroom dynamic. The episode also addresses the need to rethink assessment to better measure student understanding and growth.
The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of math education, emphasizing the potential to create more equitable and engaging learning experiences for all students.
Social Media Social Media: X (twitter) - @getoffyourath
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
The podcast episode explores Professor Liljedahl’s journey in understanding how teaching practices affect student learning in math classrooms. He shares his observations of a teacher struggling to implement problem-solving, leading to student frustration and disengagement. This prompted him to research the psychology of mathematics education and develop the "thinking mathematics classroom" approach, emphasizing practices such as using vertical whiteboards, random grouping of no more than three students, and note-making.
The discussion delves into the benefits of these methods, such as increased student engagement, collaboration, and the ability for teachers to provide timely support. Dr. Liljedahl also addresses the challenges of balancing direct instruction and messy learning, as well as the origins and difficulties of the algebra curriculum.
The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of education, emphasizing the importance of teachers and the need for more training in neuroscience and child psychology.
Bonus tracksI’ve also included two bonus tracts with Peter and Danelle on my website blog post for this episode. One speaks specifically about student note-making, another of Peter’s practices. The second tract speaks to Algebra's challenge to student success.
Social Media Website- https://www.buildingthinkingclassrooms.com/
Twitter- @pgliljedahl
Instagram - @buildingthinikingclassrooms
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BTCthinks
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
With author Jennifer Breheny Wallace’s book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—and What We Can Do About It as the backdrop, the podcast episode explores the toxic achievement culture in US education and its detrimental effects on today's youth. Dr. Ken Wallace and Danelle Almarez discuss how the pressure to excel academically and in extracurricular activities and gain admission to prestigious colleges is causing stress, anxiety, and mental health issues among students. They critique the narrow definition of success that prioritizes test scores and college admissions over personal growth and career readiness.
The conversation covers the misalignment between traditional schooling and real-world needs, the rising student debt crisis, and the importance of career-focused education.
Both guests advocate for redefining success, helping students find their passions, and giving them agency in their learning. They emphasize the value of experiential learning, internships, and understanding the economic implications of educational choices.
The episode concludes by stressing the need for schools to foster a sense of belonging and “mattering,“ focusing on helping students understand who they are and on long-term student outcomes rather than short-term achievements.
Social MediaDr. Ken Wallace
Twitter: @KenWallace207
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-wallace-35a50b50/
Danelle Almaraz
http://linkedin.com/in/danelle-almaraz
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013505683057&mibextid=LQQJ4d
https://www.instagram.com/dalmaraz007?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
In this podcast episode, Angela shares insights on branding and authenticity. She discusses her career journey from aspiring doctor to branding expert, emphasizing her curiosity about people's authentic selves and the masks they wear.
Angela defines branding as uncovering a company's core values, vision, and unique positioning - the "DNA" that should drive all messaging and actions. She explains her process of working with clients through collaborative workshops to integrate this brand DNA into all aspects of their business. Angela stresses the importance of authenticity in branding, refusing to work with clients seeking only superficial solutions.
We also explore the concept of “priming,” which is how organizations can psychologically engage prospective customers to ensure the best brand experience.
The episode also touches on Angela’s partnership with Dana Sardano, highlighting how their friendship and authentic perspectives contribute to their various business ventures.
Three Takeaways1. Authentic branding is rooted in a company’s or a solopreneur’s core values, vision, and unique positioning.
2. Effective branding requires integrating the brand's DNA into all aspects of the business.
3. Organizations and solopreneurs can use a variety of methods to set the customer up psychologically to optimally experience the brand.
Social MediaConnect and collaborate with Angela DiMarco – https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamariedimarco/
Co-Host of "Going Commando with Angela & Dana" – youtube.com/@goingcommandowithangelaanddana
Co-Founder of Uniquely Phenom Collaboration / UPC Creative Services: Explore how Angela can assist in infusing some magic into your venture – https://upccreativeservices.com/
Co-Founder/Chief Creative Officer of Phenom Publishing, and Author of "Uniquely U. Update #52: The Birth of a Bright-Eyed Entrepreneur" – https://phenom-publishing.com/angela-dimarco
About JeffJeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
This podcast episode explores the art of memoir writing with my guest, Cindy House. Our conversation delved into the memoir’s rising popularity and its essential elements. Cindy emphasizes curiosity as the foundation of writing, discussing how memoir differs from autobiography by focusing on specific life aspects rather than a comprehensive account of one’s life. The conversation covers the structure of memoirs, including the importance of a central dramatic question and thematic framework. Cindy shares insights on overcoming writer's resistance and self-doubt, offering practical strategies for perseverance. The episode also tackles the complex nature of truth in memoir writing, highlighting the significance of personal perspective over historical accuracy.
Three Key Takeaways:
Curiosity drives the writing process and is essential for personal and creative growth.
Memoir writing focuses on specific life aspects and requires a central dramatic question and thematic framework.
Truth in a memoir is often subjective, relying on personal experience and memory rather than historical accuracy.
About Jeff
Jeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
The podcast currently has 352 episodes available.
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