EPISODE · Aug 17, 2025 · 41 MIN
Ep: 7-"Getting Along in High School: Respecting Differences in Interests, Cultures and Beliefs"
from Mrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parents · host Shawnda Hamilton - Educator, Teacher, Coach, Confidant
I am so excited about this episode! For episode 7, I had the privilege to interview a former colleague and friend who is inspiring audiences all over with his encouraging words. Dr. Pascal Losambe has founded the Synergy Consulting Company with his wife, Crystal, while also partnering with her on their book, Breaking the Barriers to Belonging. Join us as he talks about his challenges moving from South Africa to America as a teen and how he worked through those. He will discuss how building respect and connection is present even if cultures and faith are different. With the correct mindset and knowing your own identity the strategies provided on this episode will help you navigate school, and life, when conflict or differences arise. Join me in listening to an important episode as we begin this new school year!________________________________________________________________________________RESOURCES mentioned:Fisher, Jefferson. The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More. Tarcher Publishers, NY, 2025.Fredrickson, Barbara. Positivity: Top-Notch Research Reveals the 3-1 Ratio that Will Change Your Life. Three Rivers Press. CA, 2009.Losambe, Dr. Pascal and Crystal. Breaking the Barriers to Belonging. Kharis Publishing. IL, 2023.McAdams, Dan is a professor at Northwestern University. He is an author and speaker; you may also find him on YouTube speaking about "human personality" and different levels of connection.Check out these FREEBIES... College Essay Final Review Checklist HERE College Essay Thought List HERE Balance Reflection Worksheet HERE
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I am so excited about this episode! For episode 7, I had the privilege to interview a former colleague and friend who is inspiring audiences all over with his encouraging words. Dr. Pascal Losambe has founded the Synergy Consulting Company with his wife, Crystal, while also partnering with her on their book, Breaking the Barriers to Belonging. Join us as he talks about his challenges moving from South Africa to America as a teen and how he worked through those. He will discuss how building re...
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