EPISODE · Sep 7, 2020 · 1H 16M
The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis
from Connection Matters Podcast · host Live Wild, Connection Matters Podcast, Scarlett Lewis, The Choose Love Movement, Leona Johnson
Things we talk about in this episodeThe Sandy Hook Tragedy and Scarletts experience of losing her son.Forgiveness is a choice then a processThe Choose Love MovementWhy do we need a Social and Emotional Learning programme in SchoolsPTSD and Post Traumatic GrowthThe courageous Rwandan Genocide orphans who reached out to the brother of Jesse Lewis to give him the strength to move forwardsHealing from TraumaCorona Virus Pandemic and the social and emotional consequences for societyThe FREE choose love programme.Links mentioned in this episodewww.patreon.com/connectionmatterspodcasthttps://chooselovemovement.org/Our website is www.livewild.org.uk/connectionmatterspodcastConnect with us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/livewilduk/My personal instagram is https://www.instagram.com/leona.connection.matters/The music for this podcast is -Hermosa Dia by Ray Johnson https://soundcloud.com/visionrayBiographyScarlett Lewis founded the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement after her son was murdered in the Sandy Hook tragedy in December 2012. After his death, Scarlett became part of the solution to the issues in today’s society. Through Choose Love, Scarlett became an advocate for social and emotional learning (SEL) and character development that teaches children how to manage their emotions, feel connected, and have healthy relationships. Choose Love offers a no cost, comprehensive SEL programthat empowers educators and teaches children how to handle adversity, have courageous conversations, and respond with love. The program has been downloaded in all 50 states and 100 countries, serving nearly 2 million children.To help children and adults deal with the stress and challenges of the Coronavirus, Choose Love created a variety of new, free resources; and specifically, to support students and educators as they navigate the new normal of hybrid learning, Choose Love created Choosing Love in Our Brave New World, a back-to-school reintegration unit for Pre school through to the HighSchool and beyond. Thank You for Listening!I am so grateful to you for tuning into this episode of Connection Matters Podcast. This is my passion and where I share my hope for a better world. If you enjoyed what you heard, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing the podcast on your preferred platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread the message of connection, healing and growth!Stay Connected:Join the Community: Be part of our growing community by signing up for my newsletter here. You'll receive updates on new episodes, resources, and exclusive offers!Read the Blog for all the actionable tips, journal prompts and a deeper read of my thoughts and perspectives on connected self-leadership.Follow Me: Stay inspired and connected on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn , PintrestConnect with Me: Have thoughts or questions about the episode? I'd love to hear from you! Reach out at [email protected]. I always respond.Find out more about working with me here. Upcoming Events:Don't miss out on upcoming workshops, courses, or events! Stay informed by visiting the website here for more details for details.
What this episode covers
In this episode I speak with Scarlett Lewis about her personal experience of losing her son in the Sandy Hook tragedy in America and how it provided her with her life's mission to create a nonprofit organization to help children (and adults) become resilient, empowered, and develop meaningful relationships. Scarlett describes why she created The Choose Love Movement and how it will benefit all.
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