3-2-1 TUESDAYS WITH MS NIV

Issue #224, 22nd October 2024

“What specific benefit will I gain by changing this habit?”

“What small, manageable step can I take today to start this change?”

“How can I set up my environment to support this new habit?”

Whether you are a student, parent or an educator, this festival season, ask yourself these three questions to work on a better version of yourself before the end of this year.

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Three images of the week

Two Thoughts of the Week

“Your beliefs become your thoughts,
Your thoughts become your words,
Your words become your actions,
Your actions become your habits,
Your habits become your values,
Your values become your destiny.”
― Gandhi

“A nail is driven out by another nail; habit is overcome by habit.”
― Erasmus

One Video of the Week

Have you ever wondered how long would it take you to change a habit or create a habit? There is a myth and a truth about the researched reality of changing or acquiring a habit.

Nwal Hadaki is a fourth-year medical student who is passionate about public speaking and spreading life coach advice to people of all ages.

Reading with Ms. Meenu: Tip of the week

Ten Compelling Reasons to Read Aloud:

As we already know, reading Aloud is JOY. But on the side, we always have to consider student learning targets. It is important to have authentic interactions about concepts and ideas that bubble up in our minds. Kids always wonder about things. Reading aloud should be the time when kids should feel free to question anything. We should support reading aloud as a key instructional strategy. Always keep these cognitive reasons to Read Aloud:

·         Expands vocabulary

·         Celebrates the written and illustrated word

·         Fosters a strong sense of community

·         Promotes reading

·         Builds a foundation for future learning

·         Supports budding writers

·         Showcases a proficient reader’s strategy use

·         Sparks collaborative conversations

·         Encourages perspective taking and empathy

·         Opens windows to other worlds 

Keep Reading!

Meenu Gera

Consulting home and school librarian and reading guide.

Career assessment, guidance and placement strategies:

Sakshi, a student completing her double major in Biochemistry at Jain University, Bangalore, aspired to become a skin specialist. To achieve this goal, she needed to enroll in a master’s program. However, before taking that step, she sought clarity on whether her career choice aligned with her personality. We advised her to take a career assessment. The test revealed her core competencies, and the listed career options aligned well with her goal. Gaining this confidence, she proceeded to apply to one of the best universities in Mumbai for her master’s program.

Fermata offers a simple, 30-minute, login-based career assessment that maps career choices to an individual’s personality, helping them build a purpose-driven career path under the guidance of seasoned experts at Fermata.

Case study provided by: Team Fermata, www.fermataco.com

Dear reader,
I work with the school leadership team as an advisor, collaborate with teachers as a pedagogical trainer, assist parents as a parenting counselor, and engage one-on-one with students as a personal guide and mentor. This weekly newsletter shares what I read, learn, and experience.

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