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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Welcome to our Community Spotlight, where we shine a light on inspiring stories of individuals making a meaningful impact through strength-based practices. Whether you're an educator, parent, or mental health professional, these articles offer a wealth of insights and real-world examples of how focusing on strengths can transform lives.
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Living and Leading with What’s Already Within: A Strength-Based Path to Liberation
As the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Natural Inclination LLC, I support leaders in reclaiming their strengths through my signature 3D Power Tools Framework: Discovery, Discernment, and Determination. This model, grounded in the wisdom of historically marginalized communities, helps individuals unearth the stories that shaped them, align with their values, and lead with courage.
Amber Sessoms
Apr 162 min read
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Strength and Advocacy: A School Psychologist’s Journey as a Parent of an Autistic Child
A school psychologist and parent of an autistic child, Ryan Hogan shares his journey of strength, advocacy, and empathy in both roles.
Ryan Hogan
Oct 9, 20245 min read
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5 Steps to Becoming a Strength-Based Parent: Insights from a Neuropsychologist
Discover 5 practical steps for fostering strength-based parenting, blending professional insights and personal experiences.
Cassie Green
May 7, 20243 min read
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Voices of Aut2ask: Unveiling the Strengths and Challenges of the Autistic Community
Learn how one autistic educator is advocating for change within the autism community
Beth Duttera
Apr 15, 20246 min read
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I Wish They Could See What I See: Advocating for My Exceptional Champion
“Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they...
Melissa Laster
Mar 3, 20243 min read
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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, One Strength at a Time
As a school psychology intern, and still to this day as a relatively early career school psychologist, I often experience imposter...
Shawna Bush
Feb 5, 20243 min read
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Embracing My Strengths: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment
"What will happen when we think about what is right with people rather than fixating on what is wrong with them?" – Dr. Donald O. Clifton...
Kelsie Reed
Jan 1, 20244 min read
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Speaking Words of Life: The Power of Strength-Based Parenting
In my psychotherapy and coaching practice, I regularly utilize strength-based practices with clients. I help them harness their strengths...
Ronda Thorington
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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Stepping Into My Strength-Based Era: Building Bridges to Belonging
To belong not only means to be physically present, but to have presence in a community where one is understood, accepted, supported,...
Lucia Serio
Nov 5, 20233 min read
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Ways to be Strength-Based When Working with Gifted & Talented Students
It might seem like working with Gifted & Talents students would be strength-based by default based on the label alone. In my experience...
Lauren Parker
Oct 1, 20233 min read
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