Moments of ImpartED Joy

Welcome to the little space of ImpartED Joy where the mission is simply to grow positivity within the field of education.
Joy is a discipline. It takes cultivation + a positive mindset to grow and thrive.

A part of the Teach Better Podcast Network.

Start your day with a few moments of JOY to initiate, instill, + infuse it forward to others.

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July 18, 2024

hard challenges + radical self-trust

i believe that life to the fullest does not happen without hard suffering combined with radical trust. they don't cancel each other out. they share the same space.being vulnerable is scary.letting others see who you are i...

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Jan. 21, 2024

paint the world with passion: the intersection of education + art.

Whether you're a seasoned educator, a student feeling the academic grind, or simply someone longing for a new outlet, I urge you: pick up a brush, grab some clay, sing in the shower. Let your creative spark flicker, even if ...

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Nov. 8, 2023

freedom from inertia's grip

While exciting times are coming with new paths I’m seeking, it still has a few drawbacks that make me a bit uncomfortable. When I think about it, I get frustrated that I can’t move past it. And why? Here are a few reasons to ...

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July 21, 2023

three students + a teacher

such a fitting episode to quietly celebrate 50 episodes. an emotional journey this week as i was reunited with three former students who each hold a special, SPECIAL place in my heart. just another moment to share that YOU ma...

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June 11, 2023

the deep cleansing breath of joy - feat. Darrin Peppard

Today’s episode shifts to my Moments of Imparted Joy Podcast Guests Series A little space where someone besides myself shares answers to a few questions simply about… JOY . My wonderful guest today is one of my best friends, ...

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June 11, 2023

creative mindset, covered bridges, + cornering fear

the threads of our friendships + relationships mean more than we think they do. leaning into the needs of others + cultivating joy should never be taken for granted. think about the things we bring to the table. our strengths...

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April 2, 2023

digital habits + disturbing dreams

Social media has become a prevalent part of our lives, and for many of us, it's hard to imagine a day without scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter. But have you ever considered how social media might be affecting y...

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March 20, 2023

a mindset shift + an attitude adjustment

a story to share - getting past the overwhelm + anxiety to see a fresh perspective. moving beyond fear + expectations to a space of generous grace + positivity.

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Feb. 13, 2023

the broken inspiration of a mosaic

Mosaic patterns. An art form. They are all around us. We may recognize them. We may unconsciously neglect them. But they are there, waiting to be discovered. For me, patterns are expressions of comfort + contentment. It’s lik...

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Dec. 31, 2022

delivering joy with authenticity - feat. Craig Shapiro

this episode highlights another one of my favorite humans who leads by example. my dear friend, Craig Shapiro. Craig is a Health and Physical Education Teacher/Coach/Trainer and positivity provider going on 33+ years from Sou...

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Dec. 2, 2022

doesn't get much better than this

spent the past week in a city that i had never visited before. cincinnati, OH. half of the time for work, but then three days of exploring by myself. i am NOT one who normally is all about being alone + seeking adventure. but...

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Oct. 22, 2022

intentional appreciation through joyful leadership - joshua stamper

To meet someone who has inspired you to cultivate, grow, and thrive is nothing short of amazing. So when I had the opportunity to join up with other passionate educators + leaders in OH for TeachBetter22 Conference, I may hav...

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Sept. 21, 2022

open the lid + apply the paint

knowledge is great.knowledge is something we all need.but we can't just leave it there without applying it in some form.love, joy, peace, patience...all great things we KNOW about.but why are we slow to apply them?let's ...

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Aug. 28, 2022

uplift with atomic interactions - livia chan

Moments of Imparted Joy is celebrating the 40th episode. In addition, this 40th episode happens to fall on a very special day - believing that nothing is coincidental, today is exactly 40 days since the moment that Livia Chan...

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Aug. 21, 2022

oh, i'm a quitter, alright

I’m a quitter. And I’m really ok with that label. In May, I walked out of my classroom for the last time, said goodbye to my friends, and left the profession of teaching after 20+ years. It was an emotional choice, but there ...

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July 27, 2022

my trash to martin's treasure

discounting the gifts + talents we have been given harms our self-confidence and value. shift your mindset towards the positive. take it from me, i learned quite the lesson after finding myself wanting to discard a creative p...

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June 17, 2022

recovering + redefining the rules

I was raised from a young age that it was best to stay within the firm boundaries of the rules that were laid out for me. And I pretty much complied. I did not want to risk losing the respect or love of my family, so I set up...

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May 9, 2022

uncertain moments of trust

do you know what i learned today? that we make an idol out of CERTAINTY. in addition, we chase after control, clarity, protection, + safety in all areas. we long for EXACT answers + for every detail of our lives to line up pe...

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April 9, 2022