Grown-ish

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org  In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about her college experiences and being “Grownish”. She dives deep into how her experiences in college shaped her into the professional she is today. Kristen identified one of her biggest strengths early on her college career, which was knowing her self worth and being self-motivated. Listen along as she provides listeners with inspiration to become the best version of themselves in college and watch how hard work and determination pays off. Here’s what you can expect:00:45: Quick Emotional/ Mental Health Check-In02:49: Introduction of Topic04:44: Kristen Gives Insight on Her College Experience10:59: Kristen Explains How Hard Work Pays Off13:47: Practicing Social and Emotional Learning14:19: The Importance of Studies of Self Management 17:56: Kristen Challenges College StudentsThe current education system is dominated by political narratives that devalue the very people that our schools are supposed to serve. Students, teachers, administrators, and staff are left underpaid and under-supported while scapegoated for the systemic problems facing these institutions.  Register for Black SEL's free webinar replay to learn about The Importance of Black SEL/ The Black Student Experience. Sign up here -----> https://bit.ly/blackstudentexperienceRate, subscribe, and share with a friend! To learn more about Kristen Hopkins, Dangers of the Mind, and the powerful work they're doing in urban communities, visit: www.blacksel.org.  Keep up with Kristen on the go:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendhopkins/