Mindset on Resilience

In Episode 38 of Mindset on Resilience, we sit down with Vernon Wright—speaker, author, and educator—who shares his unexpected journey from the corporate world to the field of education. Initially unsure if he belonged in education, Vernon soon realized that his path was leading him exactly where he was meant to be. After transitioning from the classroom to facilitating professional development, Vernon found his voice and his passion for making authentic connections and impacting lives. Vernon emphasizes the importance of recognizing the power of our individual stories and how they can inspire others. He believes that every person has a voice, and someone out there is waiting to hear it. Tune in to hear Vernon's journey of self-discovery, connection, and the transformative impact of sharing your story with the world. Connect with Daniel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Vernon: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theWrightLeader.com LinkedIn: Vernon Wright Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vernon TheWrightLeader Wright⁠ Instagram: @TheWrightLeader⁠ X: @TheWrightLeader

In this episode of the Mindset on Resilience, we sit down with Antoine McClain to discuss the ups and downs of his transition from a highly recruited athlete to playing in the NFL and eventually finding his purpose beyond the game. Antoine shares how his vision and discipline not only helped him excel at Clemson under Dabo Swinney and win a Super Bowl with the 2012 Baltimore Ravens, but also guided him through the uncertainty that comes with leaving the NFL. With the “Not For Long” reality of professional football, Antoine relied on his ability to see beyond the present and embrace new opportunities. Now, as Clemson’s Director of Player Engagement, he mentors athletes, helping them navigate their own journeys and transitions. Connect with Daniel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Antoine: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Antoine McClain⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Antoine McClain⁠

In Episode 36 of Mindset on Resilience, we’re joined by Sofia Gonzalez, an educator and U.S. Department of Education School Ambassador from the Chicagoland area. Sofia began her teaching career in 2009 at a second-chance charter school in inner-city Chicago, where education meant much more than academics—it was, for some students, the difference between life and death. Her experiences in this challenging environment revealed the incredible resilience and resourcefulness of her students. Sofia introduced peace circles in her classroom, giving students a safe space to see, listen to, and understand each other, fostering a sense of community. However, after losing several students to gun violence and witnessing the school-to-prison pipeline firsthand, Sofia began experiencing compassion fatigue. This ignited her passion for advocating for the psychological safety of K-12 educators working in high-stakes environments. As a U.S. Department of Education School Ambassador, Sofia is dedicated to addressing the invisible tax on teachers of color, creating equity in education, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. Tune in to hear how Sofia is changing the narrative for both students and educators, highlighting the importance of trauma-informed teaching and educator well-being. Connect with Daniel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sofia: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.SofiaSpeaks.com LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sofia Gonzalez Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@__SofiaSpeaks⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠@_SofiaSpeaks

In Episode 35 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by Dr. Max Weinberg, owner and consultant of Belonging LLC, author, and former principal. Now a leadership coach for principals across Chicago, Dr. Weinberg's journey into education was deeply rooted in his experiences as a young person. Witnessing classmates and community members being singled out based on their appearance ignited his passion to become an educator focused on equity. As an adoptive father to two children of a different race than his, Dr. Weinberg shares his personal experiences of how the world would perceive and interpret them. This personal journey, along with the heartbreaking loss of his sister, instilled in him a drive to advocate for equity, justice, and empathy in both healthcare and education. Dr. Weinberg discusses the seven core issues adoptees face in the classroom and how educators can support adopted and looked-after children. Through extensive research, he emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating these children’s diverse identities. He believes belonging goes beyond inclusion, requiring the creation of environments where everyone feels truly seen, heard, and valued. Tune in to hear Dr. Weinberg's share about fostering true belonging and supporting children through empathy, and equity in education. Connect with Daniel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Weinberg: Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.Belonging.education LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Max Weinberg Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Belonging Education Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@BelongingEducation⁠ X: ⁠⁠@BelongingEdu

In Episode 34 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by Logan Taylor, also known as Mr. Y.B. Normal?—a speaker, author, education consultant, and most importantly, a dedicated father to three amazing children. Growing up without his parents and raised by his resilient grandmother, Logan learned early on that in order to be the great father he aspired to be, he first had to become a great person. Despite experiencing deep trauma, including suicidal thoughts and attempts by the age of 18, Logan found the strength to overcome through therapy, which has taught him how to navigate life and use his voice to heal. Now, Logan speaks with educators and students about the importance of mental health and how cultivating strong relationships can transform the climate and culture of our schools. His powerful mantra, Y.B. Normal? When you can be extraordinary, is a reminder to transcend life’s challenges and embrace the potential to rise above. Tune in to hear how Logan's journey through hardship, resilience, and healing shaped his mission to inspire others to never let anyone turn their sky into a ceiling. Connect with Daniel: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Logan: Website: ⁠⁠www.YBNormal.org⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Logan Taylor⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Y.B.Normal?⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@Y.B.Normal2016⁠ X: ⁠@YBNormal2016⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠Y.B.Normal?⁠

In Episode 33 of Mindset on Resilience, Edward DeShazer, the Executive Director of Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy, shares his journey from a troubled student to a transformational leader. As a student, he struggled with the traditional school system, finding himself suspended over 30 times and expelled three times. Labelled as a "special ed" student, he faced numerous behavior challenges, until one educator, Mrs. Davis, refused to let those labels define him. She saw beyond his behavior and constantly reminded him that there was greatness within him, inspiring a new mindset that changed the course of his life. Now, 8 years into his leadership at GHTCA, Edward and his team have drastically reduced the school's suspension rates and transformed it from one of Wisconsin’s lowest-ranked schools to a four-star institution. His secret? Building authentic relationships with both students and staff, understanding that everyone is doing their best—some days just look different than others. He emphasizes the importance of finding what motivates people and meeting them where they are.  Tune in to hear Edward's story of resilience, leadership, and transformation. Discover how his experiences shaped his belief in the potential of every student and learn how building connections lead to lasting change. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Edward DeShazer: Website: www.EdwardDeShazer.org LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Edward DeShazer Facebook: Edward DeShazer Instagram: ⁠@EdwardDeShazer X: @EdwardDeShazer

In this episode of Mindset on Resilience, we’re joined by three exceptional educators who collectively have almost 50 years of experience and continue to make an impact in the world of education. Rasaan Rohan has spent 20 years in education and is a proud Howard graduate. With multiple nominations for Teacher of the Year and recognition as Professional of the Year, Rasaan is a firm advocate for male mentorship and leadership development in middle and high schools. His dedication to nurturing young leaders has empowered countless students to discover their potential. Cierra Thomas, an Army veteran turned educator, is in her sixth year of teaching. Her powerful social media presence has inspired educators and students alike. Cierra is passionate about adapting to the needs of each student and creating an innovative and collaborative educational environment. Her drive to empower others fuels her to continue making a meaningful difference in every classroom she enters. Zina Matthews-Holmes has spent nearly 20 years in the classroom, earning Teacher of the Year twice. As a mother of two, including one child with special needs, Zina was motivated to return to school to become an educator and advocate not just for her child but all children. Her adversities have shaped her into a confident, tenacious teacher who believes in the importance of advocating for children and empowering them to overcome challenges.Together, these three educators share their journeys, their passion for student success, and their commitment to resilience—both for themselves and the students they serve. Their stories highlight the importance of mentorship, innovation, and advocacy in education and will leave you inspired to make a difference in your community. Connect with Cierra: Instagram: ⁠⁠@MissThomasKnows⁠ Youtube: @MissThomasknows TikTok: ⁠@MissThomasKnows ⁠X: ⁠@MissThomasKnows⁠ Connect with Zina: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@MadameZsKritiquing⁠ X: ⁠@MadameZsKids⁠

In Episode 031 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by educator, speaker, and coach E. Josiah Kenty, a former college football player who now plays for championships every day off the field. He opens up about life after football and the journey to rediscover his "why" once the game was over. With a deep passion for helping others see and reach their potential, Josiah reflects on the instrumental role his father played in his resilience, guiding him through life when the football pads could no longer provide protection. Now, as a middle school teacher, he leads both in the classroom and the community, making a lasting impact on students who others often overlook. Josiah speaks to the importance of male educators and believes that teaching goes beyond test scores—it’s about building relationships. His drive to expose students to more than just academics and his heartfelt commitment to caring for the “frequent flyers” in his school demonstrate his dedication to making a difference. Tune in to hear how Josiah has embraced his calling as an educator and continues to inspire his students, athletes, and colleagues to reach their highest potential. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with E Josiah Kenty: LinkedIn: ⁠E Josiah Kenty Facebook: E Josiah Kenty Instagram: @E_Josiah_ | @MrLitDotCom Tiktok: @EJosiahK

In Episode 30 of Mindset on Resilience, we sit down with Dr. Atkins, Principal of Westlawn Middle School, a state and national school of character. Dr. Atkins' passion to become an educator was sparked at a young age and never changed. After nine years in the classroom, she felt called to make a broader impact, leading her to become an assistant principal. Her desire to shape the lives of students during their formative middle school years has been a great driving force. Dr. Atkins later took on the role of principal during the height of the pandemic, facing unprecedented challenges, including managing a school where she only saw half of her student body during the first year. Recognizing the need for a cultural shift, Dr. Atkins, her staff, and students led Westlawn Middle School on a journey to becoming a school of character, focusing on instilling values and lessons that extend beyond the classroom. By 2022, Westlawn Middle School had experienced great transformation, changing the narrative from the challenges they once faced. Dr. Atkins is a firm believer in being a transformational and servant leader, ensuring that every student feels loved and supported. Tune in to hear how Dr. Atkins is inspiring a generation of students to rise above challenges and embrace the greatness inside of them. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Atkins: LinkedIn: Darlene F. Atkins, Ed. D. Twitter: @DrDarlene08

In Episode 029 of Mindset on Resilience, Jackie Hudgins, Director of Accountability and former school counselor shares about her own adverse childhood experiences and how they shaped her passion for advocating not only for the students she serves but also for the adults in the room. She emphasizes that scars are part of your story, and forgiveness is a crucial element in the healing process. Jackie believes that social-emotional learning (SEL) is just as vital for adults as it is for children, and how self-care plays an important role. She recounts the lesson she had to learn herself: if you're running on empty, how can you effectively help others? Jackie also discusses the power of reframing your perspective to overcome obstacles and move forward. Her message is clear—put the mask on yourself first, because your well-being is just as important. Tune in to hear how Jackie Hudgins shares her journey of resilience, but most importantly how we can take care of the adults in our schools so they can take care of our children. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Jackie Hudgins: Website: ⁠https://lessonsfromthelawn.com/blog-2/⁠ Facebook: ⁠Jackie Nahrstedt Hudgins

In Episode 028 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Will Moreland, shares his transformative journey from the streets of Compton, CA, to becoming an international speaker, author, and success coach. Raised by his grandmother, who instilled in him values of faith, character, and integrity, Will faced a different kind of education outside his home—one that almost led him to jail. However, an unexpected opportunity to join the military became a turning point in his life. During his 8-year service in the army, he discovered his gift for public speaking, thanks to a professor who saw potential in him. This experience, coupled with exposure to successful role models, shifted his mindset and set him on a new path. He now runs Moreland Training and Associates, where he helps individuals with leadership and personal development, guiding them to discover their true potential and genius beyond mere titles. Will's message emphasizes the power of vision, encouraging others to see beyond their current circumstances. He believes that when God gives you a vision, it's unique to you, and taking action will inspire others to follow. This episode is a testament to the importance of having a clear vision, as it provides hope and direction even in the darkest times. Tune in to hear Dr. Will Moreland's inspiring journey and learn how to move from comfort to extraordinary. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Will: Website: www.drwillspeaks.com LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Dr. Will Moreland Instagram: ⁠@DrWillSpeaks Twitter: @DrWillSpeaks Facebook: Dr. Will Speaks

In Episode 027 of Mindset on Resilience, we’re joined by Bennie Williams, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Multicultural Student Center at Canisius University. He shares his education journey, starting in his hometown of Buffalo at his alma mater, Canisius University, a place known for cultivating leaders. Bennie originally aspired to be a lawyer, but fell in love with education and later pursued a career in higher education. At just 23, Bennie became a director at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, a role that challenged him to grow both personally and professionally. Surrounded by more experienced colleagues, he sometimes questioned his place but sought out mentors who helped him recognize his potential and contributions. He believes that being invited into a space means you belong there and encourages others to seize such opportunities for growth and development. Eventually, Bennie returned to Buffalo, fulfilling his dream of working at his beloved alma mater Canisius University. Now, as a leader he reflects on the honor of building upon the legacy of those who came before him who advocated for marginalized groups. His dedication and impact have earned him the recognition of College Administrator of the Year. Tune in to hear Bennie Williams' journey of resilience, leadership, and the importance of representation in higher education. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Bennie Williams: LinkedIn: ⁠Bennie Williams Twitter: @MrCanisius Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Bennie Williams

In Episode 026 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by William Winfield, Speaker and Education Consultant, who shares his powerful story of overcoming adversity. Raised by a single mother and eventually placed in foster care for a short stint, William faced immense challenges at a young age. His early experiences impacted his ability to engage in school, leading to academic struggles that were misunderstood by his teachers. Despite being placed in special education by fifth grade. William’s mother continued to advocate for him, believing in his potential and fighting for the resources he needed. A turning point came when he lost a football scholarship due to his academic performance. This setback motivated him to seek out mentors who embodied fatherly guidance and support, helping him to turn his life around. Today, William is dedicated to serving others, providing them with a positive example and reinforcing the belief that life holds possibilities beyond past experiences. He aims to leave a lasting impact, not as a whisper, but as an echo of resilience and strength. Tune in to hear William Winfield's journey on overcoming adversity, the power of mentorship, and the importance of understanding students' stories beyond academics. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with William Winfield: Website: williamwinfield.org Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@willisblessed Facebook: ⁠⁠William Winfield YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠William Winfield

In Episode 025 of Mindset on Resilience, we sit down with Ty Blocker, Director of Student Services, who brings 25 years of experience in education to the table. Ty shares the importance of helping and supporting students with overcoming barriers beyond the classroom. Reflecting on his own high school experience, he talks about the counselor who believed in him and how this encouragement led him to pursue a college degree which opened up opportunities he never would’ve thought of. Ty talks about overcoming adverse childhood experiences with the help of his faith, which played a crucial role in his success. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with people who hold you accountable and broaden your perspective. Sometimes, it takes others to show us the potential we don't see in ourselves, pushing us toward our goals. Tune in to hear Ty Blocker's share insight on resilience, leadership, and the power of mentorship. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 024 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by Sheree Hardrick, Director of Federal Programs and Founder of G.I.R.L.S Supporting G.I.R.L.S. She shares her inspiring journey from being raised by her loving grandmother, who instilled in her the values of hard work and dedication. Without her mother consistently in her life, Sheree became what she didn’t have by becoming a positive role model for teenage girls in her community. As a former principal, she saw the need for young girls to have someone to look up to and decided to create a program that provides guidance, exposure, and support. Her work exemplifies what it means to be an educator both inside and outside the classroom. Tune in to hear how Sheree Hardrick’s commitment to mentoring and supporting young “Girls In Real Life Situations” is making a significant impact. Learn how her journey can inspire others to step up and be role models in their own communities. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sheree Hardrick: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠GIRLS Supporting GIRLS⁠⁠⁠  Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@girlssinggirls

In Episode 023 of Mindset on Resilience, we are joined by Jerrod Smith, founder of The Fight Club coaching program. He shares his story of overcoming early trauma that stemmed from his parents’ separation, and the troubling path which led to being incarcerated for five years. Jerrod opens up about the importance of confronting and unpacking your trauma, emphasizing the significance of fighting from a place of victory. He is a strong believer that "it's okay to be okay.” Encouraging individuals to live fully without being victims of their circumstances and finding purpose in their pain by not hiding their scars. Tune in to hear how Jerrod Smith, a counselor, and trauma-informed specialist who helps others fight for their lives through resilience, purpose, and the transformative power of confronting and overcoming trauma. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Jerrod Smith: Website: ⁠jerrodsmithspeaks.org⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@welcometothefightclub⁠ Facebook: ⁠Jerrod Smith⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to the Fight Club⁠ Tiktok: @welcometothefightclub 

In Episode 022 of Mindset on Resilience, Jared Scott opens up about dealing with trauma at a young age, having lost two friends to suicide and experiencing his parents' separation. For a long time, he avoided sharing his true feelings, believing vulnerability to be a weakness, and instead turned to music to spread hope. Jared discusses the dangers of suppressing emotions, which can lead to depression and other serious health issues. He emphasizes the importance of embarking on your own journey of self-forgiveness, as detaching from negative emotions is crucial for becoming your best self. Jared shares on creating new patterns and habits to transform how you think, act, and feel. Tune in to hear Jared Scott, international speaker and co-founder of Speakhub share how forgiveness can lead to personal growth and resilience. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠⁠ Twitter:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠⁠ Connect with Jared Scott: Website: jaredscottspeaks.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@JaredScottLive YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@JaredScottLive LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jared Scott

In Episode 021 of Mindset on Resilience, Jeremiah Brown shares his journey from seeking external validation in the NFL spotlight to discovering his true identity and purpose. Through a personal journey of self-discovery, Jeremiah shares how he navigated the transition from athlete to empowering others to develop their own identity, emphasizing that football was what he did, not who he is. Tune in as Jeremiah, a former NFL athlete, speaker and author of "L.E.A.D Like a Champion," discusses his mission to empower students, athletes, and corporate leaders through his L.E.A.D. philosophy—Leaders Embracing All Dreams. Discover how he found inner strength, embraced self-worth, and now inspires others to redefine success beyond applause. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr.⁠ Twitter:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr⁠ Connect with Jeremiah Brown: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠JeremiahBrown.org⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@1JeremiahBrown Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@1JeremiahBrown LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Jeremiah Brown

In Episode 020 of Mindset on Resilience, we talk to Carlos Malave about the restorative power of relationships. Carlos shares his journey of navigating his relationship with his father, who was a product of the school-to-prison pipeline. Drawing parallels between the masks we wear and his culture of dancing, Carlos highlights how we often dance around issues rather than confront them directly. He emphasizes the importance of facing and processing traumatic experiences in life towards restoration. Tune in as Carlos, a speaker and curriculum specialist provides invaluable insights into navigating difficult relationships and finding restoration. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Truelove Jr.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: Daniel Truelove Jr. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DanielTrueloveJr. Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@datruelovejr Connect with Carlos J. Malave: Website: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@cjmotivation Facebook: ⁠⁠Carlos J. Malave LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Carlos J. Malave

In Episode 019 of Mindset on Resilience, Mr. David Bobo shares the importance of resilience and how to bounce back from adversity. He discusses the significance of showing up and remaining relentless, no matter what challenges life presents. Emphasizing the value of taking small steps along the journey, he reminds us that "smooth seas never made a good sailor." Drawing from his own experiences as a first-generation college student, Mr. Bobo highlights the need to keep coming back with everything you've got, even when beaten down. If he could give one gift to all students, it would be the ability to fight through adversity and build resilience. Tune in to hear the Director of Communications and Marketing at Jefferson State Community College discuss Building Resilient Students. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@danieltruelovejr Twitter: @datruelovejr Connect with Mr. David Bobo: LinkedIn: David Bobo X: ⁠⁠@david_bobo

In Episode 018 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Joshua P. Smith, a faith-based licensed professional counselor, joins us to discuss the vital topic of men's mental health. Dr. Smith emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for men to address their mental well-being and encourages men to speak out rather than remain in the silence that feels safe. He highlights the need for men's voices to be heard and not weaponized. Tune in to learn how Dr. Smith is helping men prioritize their mental health and break free from the constraints of silence. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Joshua Smith: Connect with Dr. Joshua P. Smith: Instagram: ⁠⁠@thejoshuasmith⁠ Website: ⁠⁠Website⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Dr. Joshua P. Smith⁠ X: ⁠⁠@ProphetJSmith⁠

In Episode 017 of Mindset on Resilience, Allison Moore shares a refreshing perspective for navigating the different chapters of our story. Our lives are a working draft. We’ll always have work to do and more chapters to live out. The Executive Director of the Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation and Co-Founder of ThriveWay, shares her path to impacting the lives of thousands of students and adults through programs such as Peer Helpers. Tune in to hear more about Jennifer Claire Moore’s story and how to Manage the Flames Before They Become Fires. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with JCMF or ThriveWay: Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation IG: @jennifermoorefoundation Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation FB: The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation ThriveWay Instagram: @thriveway_peerhelpersplus ThriveWay Facebook: ThriveWay  ThriveWay X: @thrive_way

In Episode 016 of Mindset on Resilience, Nate Evans Jr. reveals the epiphany that sparked his healing journey. After experiencing many traumatic events, he found an escape from it all on the basketball court, but later discovered it was a bandaid covering a much larger wound. Instead of dealing with the issue, he chose to run from the pain which led to him losing multiple basketball scholarships. One day he had this aha moment, recognizing that everywhere you go, there you are. Switching locations didn’t fix any of his problems, it was time to heal those open wounds. Tune in to hear the International Emotional Wellness speaker share why Vulnerability is a Superpower.  Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Nate Evans Jr.: Get To Worthy Summit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-to-worthy-summit-tickets-815796718947 Website: https://www.nateevansjr.com/ YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/yF1rwEGWjEc⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/nateevansjr Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/nateevansjr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nevansjr.1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nateevansjr?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

In Episode 015 of Mindset on Resilience, Caleb Wesco delivers a masterclass in utilizing words to shape how we see the world. As we travel through peaks and valleys in life, he gives us all a reminder that we’ve survived 100% of our worst days. Tune in to hear the highly sought-after Mindset Expert and creator of the Let’s Get Motivated Experience, serve a full course of motivation needed as we walk through our valley moments. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Caleb Wesco: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-wesco-5034a014a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@calebwesco Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/calebwesco?s=11

In Episode 014 of Mindset on Resilience, Lytrice Washington-Murray discusses the power of leading by example; emphasizing the importance of modeling behavior and core values. Always striving for her good to be better and her better to become best, she recognizes the pursuit of self-improvement is a journey that never ends. Tune in to hear the proud principal of Sumter Central High School share valuable lessons about leadership, and how personal growth requires us to never leave the classroom. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Mrs. Lytrice Washington-Murray: Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LytriceMurray

In Episode 013 of Mindset on Resilience, David Quarker Jr. shares his perspectives on navigating life's journey, finding hope amidst challenges, and fostering resilience. He offers valuable insight into identifying and addressing the needs of students and fostering a supportive environment for their well-being and growth while reminding educators of the power they hold to be beacons of light and hope. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 012 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Stephen Hammock joined us to share his passion for maximizing every opportunity and creating a school culture of collective impact. Listen in as Dr. Hammock shares the importance of not wasting experiences, fostering a school culture of 'we over me', and making a continuous and meaningful impact in the lives of students and the communities we're part of. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Stephen Hammock: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenrhammock?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/hammockedu?s=11

In Episode 011 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. David Scott speaks about being a leader with vision. Hear how he became a visionary leader as a principal and now Director of Curriculum & Instruction, always empowering others to embrace their "why". Tune in for a conversation filled with wisdom, inspiration, and advice for aspiring leaders. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-truelove-jr-b4573a25?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. David Scott: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-scott-61510649?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/da.ve.sc.ott?igsh=MTRseXRocTZuM2JuZg== Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/dscott725?s=11

In Episode 010 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Lillie Lewis shares her insights on getting in the trenches with the schools she serves as the Coordinator of Curriculum & Instruction. Ensuring every student is successful, empowering individuals to rise above their circumstances and embrace their greatest possibilities. Tune in to hear how her passion and purpose make a difference in the lives of her students. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Lillie Lewis: Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/mossamber?s=11⁠⁠

In Episode 9 of Mindset on Resilience, Amber Moss reminds us that there’s no such thing as a missed opportunity. Our resilience journey begins with how we respond to hearing “No” when we expect to hear “Yes”. No is temporary; it doesn’t define your worth, and there’s something better for you on the other side. Tune in to this episode to hear the NBCT educator, and two-time Grammy music educator semifinalist prepare us for what’s next in life. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Mrs. Amber Moss: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.ambermossofficial.com/⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://x.com/mossamber?s=11⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ambermossofficial/

In Episode 8 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Lucretia Prince reveals the missing pieces she added to be recognized twice as a Model School, and a School of Character. This visionary educator shifted the environment of an elementary and middle school in two years or less. Tune in to hear the dynamic speaker, author, and proud principal solve the climate and culture puzzle. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Lucretia Prince: Website: https://www.drlucretiaprince.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087408151954 I Dream Big Academy: https://www.idreambigacademy.com/about-5 Missing Pieces Book: https://www.amazon.com/Missing-Pieces-Climate-Culture-Relationships/dp/B0BXN5XPGY

In Episode 7 of Mindset on Resilience, Charles Williams speaks on the counter narrative needed to change the way we talk and think about education. Some of the current narratives don’t accurately portray the positive impact of their staff, students, and communities. Tune in to this episode to hear a transparent conversation about Changing The Narrative. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Mr. Charles Williams: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cwconsultingservice.com/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUmY7pzvEaJfXDVXgSq_YXA Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/cwconsultingservice/ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/_cwconsulting

In Episode 6 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Jessica Constant gives us the inside scoop on the life, sacrifices, and expectations needed to be a Turnaround Principal. As a child, she promised to be a turnaround agent if she could find success in life. As a teacher, that promise was fulfilled as she transformed the academic and behavioral patterns of an all-boys classroom. Defying the odds in the classroom, prepared her for the challenging opportunity of changing the climate and culture of a failing school. Tune in to have your hope restored that educators make a difference, and change is indeed possible. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 5 of Mindset on Resilience, Dr. Greg Moore reveals the “Secret Sauce” to his Tiger Code recipe. A recipe so good, he was named 2024 Secondary Principal of the Year in Alabama. Tune in to hear the award-winning principal discuss his process of changing the climate and culture of his school to become Tiger Code Champs. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Gregory Moore Jr.: Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/servemoore52?s=11 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregorymoore52?igsh=b3N2a2M0ZnYwbWhm

In Episode 4 of Mindset on Resilience, Mr. Tony Reddick showcases the heart of a servant leader. The former Superintendent of Gadsden City schools, served as a mentor and taught ACT preparatory classes while in that role. Even though he’s retired, he’s still serving “his kids” and their families. Tune in to hear how educators can embrace a “these are my kids too” mindset to reach students. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠ Connect with Mr. Reddick: Website: ⁠⁠⁠http://reddickart.com/ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/tonyreddickx?s=11 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reddickart

In Episode 3 of Mindset on Resilience, Katie Kinder paints a vivid picture of the challenges educators experience with her Untold Teaching Truths. As an educator in the 3rd most violent neighborhood in Oklahoma City, thriving is a matter of collaboration, vulnerability, and relating to students before educating them. As a speaker, author, and educator, she shares these Teaching Truths so others can become resilient educators. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: ⁠https://www.danieltruelove.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/datruelovejr⁠ Connect with Katie Kinder:  Website: https://katie-kinder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/katiekinder1⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untoldteachingtruths/ Untold Teaching Truths Book: https://katie-kinder.com/books/

In Episode 2 of Mindset on Resilience, Joseph Eatmon Sr. takes us on his life journey full of transitions. A former McDonald’s All-American who was under-recruited, and at one point decided to give up on basketball. A pickup game began a wave of transitions that led him to become a collegiate head coach. He’s now the Dean of a college after a successful coaching career. Tune in to hear more about how you can embrace transitions in life. Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: https://www.danieltruelove.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/datruelovejr Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: https://www.danieltruelove.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/datruelovejr

In Episode 1 of Mindset on Resilience, Adam Welcome delivers a Masterclass on getting out of your own way. As an international speaker, author, podcaster, and former principal, he reveals key principles that are pivotal to perseverance in education and life. Tune in to hear more on how you can stop overanalyzing and move forward.  Connect with Daniel Truelove Jr.: Website: https://www.danieltruelove.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danieltruelovejr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsetonresiliencepodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/datruelovejr Connect with Adam Welcome:  Website: https://www.mradamwelcome.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/mradamwelcome The School District Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-school-district-hosted-by-adam-welcome/id1543504849