This first episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features hosts Michelle Moulton and Rachel Onello, who introduce themselves and set the stage for the conversations to come. They explain the meaning behind the “Surface” theme, using the metaphor of water’s surface tension to describe how nurse educators experience moments of calm, disruption, and reorganization. The hosts share their vision for creating a space that explores the challenges, vulnerabilities, and growth that occur in the trenches of nursing education. They preview future topics such as burnout, resilience, difficult teaching moments, and the affective domain of learning. The episode emphasizes the importance of mentorship and professional development in navigating these challenges.

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