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Redefine School: not a tool of the state, but a movement that arises from those who create. Whose mode of exchange isn’t monetary wealth, but Relationship and Wisdom as an end in itself.
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Obsession & Process: How Philosophy Helps Me Deal with OCD
This essay chronicles my experience with OCD through a philosophical lens, and examines how “Process Philosophy” may offer a means of thinking one’s way out of overthinking.
Reflections on Educational Content Creation
Educate with the baggage of the institutional framework, or with the baggage of the algorithm? The stuffy mansion, or the Wild West? How to choose; how to escape from the double-bind?
Listening with the heart: how the wisdom of plants helps us remember our connection to the divine - Amanda Nicole | S3E8
Amanda Nicole is a liriodendress, a human embodiment of the tulip poplar tree. We discuss her journey of reconnecting with nature, listening to the wisdom of plants, and exploring alternative ways of knowing in her pursuit of heart-centred living.
Unlocking the power of purposeful play - Trudi Boatwright | S3E7
Trudi Boatwright is an experiential designer, facilitator, and creative who specialises in play. We discuss how purposeful play fosters connection, innovation, and psychological safety in life and the workplace.
“One breath at a time”: daring life, mindfulness, and non-self - Lalith Gunaratne | S3E6
Lalith Gunaratne is a parent, entrepreneur, and educator on mindful leadership. We discuss Lalith’s mindfulness journey, his experience starting a solar energy business, and how his approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion training is informed by mindfulness and personal integrity.
Coming home to your shoes-off self
The wind and waves bring me back to my “shoes-off” self—unburdened by social armour. In the Grokkist Network, I hope we create this same freedom: a place to let go, breathe, and simply be.
“You don’t need a lab coat”: transforming chemistry education through imagination and play - Colleen Kelley | S3E5
Dr Colleen Kelley is a chemist and the creator and founder of Kids’ Chemical Solutions, a comic-book based chemistry curriculum that aims to transform chemistry education through imagination and play. We discuss Colleen's mission to make chemistry more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
The Art of Ambivalence: Finding Strength in Contradiction
How embracing ambivalence can lead to strength in contradiction and growth as a grokkist.
