Jenn Wilkins Colvin

In my classroom where the magic happens! What do I do? Connect. Learn. Engage. Create. Listen. Share. Serve. Inspire!

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@rickbleemel and my geographers @TheColonyHS traveled virtually today to visit with a class in Canada & a teacher in Columbia. We learned a lot, had fun, and my students say they want to do this again. Thank you Mr. Bleemel for making this possible.

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@rickbleemel @TheColonyHS Thanks @rickbleemel for helping us get ready for our Western Hemisphere video conference next week during your virtual visit and lesson on Friday. So excited about my geographers going global @TheColonyHS thanks to your help.

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

Challenge: I'm going to try to think more about the optimist's slant on good events. (Page 17). #LISDchat

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@Maribel_Cantu3 There are other people like you and keep being that light! It allows others to have a chance to see that other view and it models hard optimism for them.

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

Q6: Biggest takeaway is how we think and how we address our own negative thoughts is completely in our power even when life is not. I know this but sometimes I just need to revisit it! #LISDchat

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@kingczhistory Indeed that does make things better!

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Q5: To quiet any inner pessimistic thoughts, I try to think of all the possible positive responses that would better address the situation and I actually say them out loud or write them down. #LISDchat

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Q4: I liked the idea of looking at bad events in our lives as temporary moments in a normally good life. The transient nature of bad events will pass and the good will outlast the bad. #LISDchat

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@KeriseRidinger I need to do more of this myself. Thanks for reminding me of this.

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@drissel_laurie So true and I ask myself what good can I find in this situation that on the surface might look a little scary. #LISDchat

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Q3: I had to learn how to manage my outlook. When I begin to worry or feel a little bit pessimistic I remind myself that every time I get worried, what I worry about doesn't happen. Then I can laugh because that worry is set free. #LISDchat

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@mrjefflahey That is one the best ways I've heard that idea framed. Having the chance for free refills is truly a glass overfilling with optimism. #LISDchat

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Q2: I like to design with optimism by trying to find a positive slant to things. I try to assume others approach things with an optimistic stance too even when it might look or feel very different than I might think or act. There are many ways to design with optimism. #LISDchat

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@Obenhausa @LisdLearns I agree with you. We tend to put our focus where our words center. Feeding the positive makes optimistic thinking become our new normal because we starve out the negative thoughts we might focus on instead.

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A1: Our team decided to read this after our convocation speaker talked about it. I like the idea that positivity and optimism can be developed. #LISDchat

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

@Kyle_D_Wilson @LisdLearns That is such a great way to build happiness in scale. Very creative.

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

I'm Jenn Wilkins Colvin and my day has been awesome! No pics or gifs though. #LISDchat

[Jenn Wilkins Colvin @jenn_colvin]

A7: This book has made me look more intentionally at the opportunities that present themselves. It also encourages me to actively look for missing moments that I can add to transform what I do each day. #LISDchat

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A6: So many things stood out to me but this quote is what I want to consider more deeply: " When you understand the ultimate contribution you're making, it allows you to transcend the task list." #LISDchat

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Q5: What matters most to me - that my family is safe and happy, that I build joy into what I do each day, that I have opportunties to serve others, and that I learn. #LISDchat