Happy Friday, beautiful people! I have something special for you to support your wellness this weekend. I created a reflection guide to accompany my conversation with Dr. Jamita Horton, Pressing the Reset Button. Together, the episode and guide invite you to sit with a simple question: Who am I underneath all the noise? The work. The roles we carry. The news. The scrolling. The people who need us. All the things competing for our attention. Find a little time this weekend, press play, and...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Greetings, beautiful people! We hope this week has started off well for you and your families. We are reaching out to let you know that this is the last week to sign up for Podcast and Pause: An Unbook Club for Black Educators. Our first session last week was amazing and we are excited to continue the conversation over the next six sessions. If you are interested in joining, sign up today. After you register, someone will reach out to catch you up on what you missed in our first session....
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Tired of overcommitting, overthinking, and overgiving? Podcast and Pause isn’t another thing to add to your to-do list. It’s a space to step back and reclaim your time. Instead of reading books, we’ll reflect on curated podcast episodes—and gather every other week for honest, healing conversation. ✅ Just 30 seats available✅ Starts August 14✅ $140 for 7 sessions + access to our private community 🎧 [Join the circle now] – because your rest can’t wait. Have Questions? We're Going Live! Register...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
For the Kids, Not the System with Akil Parker For the Kids, Not the System... Jul 9 · The Exit Interview: A Po... 103:58 What does it cost to teach with integrity in a system that demands your silence? In this powerful episode of The Exit Interview, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Akil Parkera former finance major turned math educator, tutor, and founder of All This Mathto explore his 20-year journey through classrooms, charter schools, and community spaces. Akil shares honest reflections on...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Happy Friday, beautiful people! The wait is over! Connect, reflect, and recharge with a supportive community. We invite you to join our space to gather, reflect, and just be well. The Podcast & Pause: Unbook Club for Black Educators, is a welcoming community designed to nourish your mind and spirit. Click HERE to Register! Please share this email with at least 3 Black educators, including Education Assistants, Paraprofessionals, Admin, Campus Monitors, Social Workers, Psychologists!
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Happy Friday, beautiful people! The wait is over! Connect, reflect, and recharge with a supportive community. We invite you to join our space to gather, reflect, and just be well. The Podcast & Pause: Unbook Club for Black Educators, is a welcoming community designed to nourish your mind and spirit. Click HERE to Register! Please share this email with at least 3 Black educators, including Education Assistants, Paraprofessionals, Admin, Campus Monitors, Social Workers, Psychologists!
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Greetings, beautiful people! For the first time, The Exit Interview invites our community to join me, Dr. Asia Lyons, alongside co-facilitator Stacey Taylor Brandon, in a special event. Join our mailing list and share this email with Black educators!
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Healing From Racial Fatigue with Jason Shankle Published on August 13, 2024 In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' host Dr. Asia Lyons talks with therapist and researcher Jason Shankle about the importance of creating sacred spaces and emotional boundaries, particularly for Black educators facing racial battle fatigue. Jason shares his journey in education and psychology, and offers practical strategies for coping with racial battle fatigue. The conversation delves into the significance of...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read
(Re)defining Me with Langston Jacobs Published on August 27, 2024 In this episode of The Exit Interview, Dr. Asia hosts Langston Jacobs, a Black male educator who shares his journey and the challenges he faced as a dean of culture in a charter school. Langston discusses his strategies for creating a supportive school environment, the impact of his role on his own mental and physical health, and the significant effects on his family. He reveals how he redefined his approach to leadership and...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read