"Becoming" At 31, I stand at a crossroads, the map smudged, the signs unclear. I teach, I try, I give what I canâ in classrooms, in conversations, in quiet moments of hope. I chase dreams between Zoom calls and hypnotherapy sessions, wondering what legacy lingers after the lights go out. There was once a fireâ promise, potential, drive. Is it still there? Buried, maybe. But not gone. I go to the gym, fight battles no one sees: a slice of pizza, a whisper of doubt. But I show upâ and that counts for something. I may not know what the future looks like, but I know this: Iâm still becoming. And maybe, just maybe, thatâs enough for now
Passive vs Active Learning: A Personal Take Over time, Iâve realized that not all learning is the same. Some of it just sinks in without us even noticing, while other times, weâre fully engaged, putting in the effort. Both have their place, but they work in very different ways. Honestly, understanding the difference between passive and active learning has totally changed how I think about personal growth and teaching. Letâs Talk About Passive Learning Passive learning is what happens when weâre just taking things in â like listening to a podcast, watching a teacher speak, or even hearing conversations in the background. If weâre in a relaxed state, our minds tend to soak up information more easily. And itâs not just facts â we absorb beliefs, behaviours, and even emotions. Especially when weâre younger, we pick up a lot from the people around us â parents, teachers, friends. This kind of learning happens quietly, often without us realising it. Itâs why certain phrases, habits,...