• EP 0011: Adult Learnings from Teaching Children w/ Ruthaba

  • May 28 2024
  • Length: 55 mins
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EP 0011: Adult Learnings from Teaching Children w/ Ruthaba

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  • https://youtu.be/MUEzJjKkR8QRuthaba, a teacher and expectant mother, joins Bailey to discuss her experiences growing up in New York City as the daughter of immigrants, her journey to becoming a teacher, and the challenges she faced in the education system. They also touch on Ruthaba's pregnancy and the initial scare of a potential genetic abnormality in her baby. The conversation highlights the importance of community, the misconceptions about teaching, and the impact teachers have on shaping young lives. In this conversation, Ruthaba shares her experience teaching at a forest school and the lessons she has learned from children. She highlights how children are quick to make friends, forgive easily, and embrace creativity. Ruthaba also discusses the importance of giving children choices and allowing them to explore and learn through messiness. She reflects on the boundaries that adults often impose on themselves and encourages curiosity and fearlessness in learning. The conversation ends with a reminder to stay curious and embrace the childlike qualities of asking questions and being excited about learning. UPDATE: Ruthaba has had her healthy baby boy since filming this! TakeawaysGrowing up in a diverse city like New York provides a unique and enriching childhood experience, exposing individuals to different cultures and fostering empathy.Teaching is a challenging and underappreciated profession that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives of children.The misconception that teaching is like babysitting undermines the importance and impact of educators in the lives of their students.Teachers often form a strong bond with their students and can have a lasting influence on their personal and professional development.Moving to a new country, like Canada, can present its own set of challenges and adjustments, but it also offers opportunities for growth and new experiences. Children are quick to make friends and forgive easily, teaching us the importance of connection and forgiveness.Encouraging creativity in children fosters their exploration and self-expression.Giving children choices and allowing them to explore and learn through messiness promotes their independence and growth.Adults can learn from children's curiosity and fearlessness in asking questions and embracing new experiences.Staying curious and excited about learning is essential for personal growth and discovery.Subscribe to the Podcast:Website: https://baileyparnell.com/podcast Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4dqEGn90ei8LooRHtVEolJ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-think-this-through-with-bailey-parnell/id1724843317 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3nm0KYRgNFPYVEhmWkDEdwsNvqw07E1C Follow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BaileyParnell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bailey.parnell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baileyparnell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BaileyTParnell Website: https://baileyparnell.com
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