The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Reformed School Shooter, Jon Romano Part 1
“Not every story has a happy ending…but the discoveries of science, the teachings of the heart, and the revelations of the soul, all assure us that no human being is ever beyond redemption. The possibility of renewal exists so long as life exists.” Gabor Mate
Scarlett Lewis’ guest is reformed school shooter, Jon Romano, who discusses his state of mind when at sixteen years old, he walked into his East Greenbush, NY high school and opened fire. A teacher was shot and injured as staff tried to wrestle the gun away from him. Jon pled guilty and spent the next 17 years in several federal prisons, in the general population. He reveals how he faced depression and a sense of despair at the time of the shooting. Jon wants to raise awareness and resources to direct our attention to the prevention of school shootings by social emotional learning so students can identify their own emotions and communicate with others who are struggling. 
We can listen to Jon’s story and see him as a human being in pain. When we understand his thought process, unmet needs, and level of pain, we learn how and why school shootings happen. Instead of simply blaming, we can proactively prevent school shootings by offering assistance to kids like Jon who are struggling. Scarlett and Jon discuss positive action steps that we can take today. Listen to this powerful 3 part podcast.
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Meena Srinivasan: Voted 1 of 10 Powerful Women of Mindfulness
Scarlett interviews individuals she believes are standouts in their efforts to provide hope and healing for our children and world. Meena Srinivasan is one of these individuals. Voted 1 of 10 powerful women of mindfulness and 'a precious ambassador of mindfulness' by Thict Nhat Han, Meena's philosophy born of her spiritual background has made a powerful impact in education. Scarlett and Meena explore 'who we truly are' and the mind body connection. They discuss the importance of understanding 'interbeing' as a concept - we are never alone and always supported. The concept of tenderness cultivates genuine connection and awakens us to the vulnerability needed for a deep sense of belonging. Listen to incredibly powerful practices you can start today  that ground you in the presence and wonder of your life as it is now. Learn a practice called 'turning towards' that enables us to strength our relationships and make new ones.
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Linda Couch: Double Heart Transplant Recipient, a Kidney Transplant Recipient, Cancer Survivor and Single Mom of Blake
We can't always choose what happens to us, but we can take our personal power back in how we choose to respond”
Linda Couch is one of Scarlett Lewis’ best friends and has been an inspiration to her throughout her journey. Linda is a double heart transplant recipient, a kidney transplant recipient, cancer survivor and single mom of Blake. She is also a Go Red Woman for the American Heart Association. This is a story of someone who lives the Choose Love Formula every day as a way of seeing, feeling and being in the world and has inspired Scarlett in her own life and through the loss of Jesse. Linda and Scarlett met at work and have loved and supported each other ever since. Listen to an incredible story that will provide tremendous perspective as well as vicarious posttraumatic growth. 
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Dawn O’Brien, Choose Love Ambassador for the state of Hawaii
Scarlett’s dynamic and motivational guest is Dawn O’Brien, Choose Love Ambassador for the state of Hawaii. Dawn inspires and leads teachers throughout the state of Hawaii all year long providing "Teacher Refreshers" and music and fun filled events with local DJs that get everyone to their feet and agreeing that “LOVE WINS!” In Hawaii, Choose Love is called Choose Aloha and Dawn’s incredible service has led Choose Love to being the #1 SEL program in the state! Dawn’s energy is infectious as she spreads Jesse’s message of ‘Have a Lot of Fun’ to over 310 schools in Hawaii. Scarlett and Dawn discuss how the Choose Love curriculum works to support students, families and communities to thoughtfully respond by Choosing Love.
When Dawn O’Brien Chooses Aloha and spreads the message of choosing love, she encourages people to find their ‘superpower’ and use it for a greater good. Dawn has recently published her second book, ‘Aloha Always Wins.’ It is based on a bullying incident that Dawn witnessed when she was in 3rd grade. Her story encourages kids to be an upstander, not a bystander. This book starts the important conversation with kids about bullying and how to thoughtfully respond with love. Dawn’s books incorporate Hawaiian culture and language and are incredible ways for parents and educators to meet on the level of the kids. 
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Critical Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Part 2
Scarlett’s podcast guests are Laura Bousquet, her son, Sean Patrick, an advocate for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Julia Rivera, parent of a child with FASD. FASD is the number one cause of learning disabilities, attention issues, emotional dysregulation and adaptive functioning. According to the Center for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/fasd/), statistically, one in twenty students have FASD. It is important to raise awareness of FASD so that children can be correctly diagnosed and receive early intervention. They discuss FASD and the difficulty that Sean Patrick had in getting the correct diagnosis. 
Visit this website to learn about the FASD Respect Act and get this implemented in your state:  https://nofaspolicycenter.org/the-fasd-respect-act/. This bill will continue the work done in the 117th Congress by thousands of advocates and lawmakers to pass meaningful legislation that will positively impact the lives of people diagnosed with FASD or prenatal substance exposure.
Listen to this podcast today to educate yourself about this disorder. Please share this with your family and friends to spread awareness and to get our kids the help they need and deserve.
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Renowned Physician and Advocate for Chronic Illness Patients, Dr. Bernie Siegel
Scarlett Lewis and her mom, Maureen Lewis, interview world renowned physician and advocate for chronic illness patients, Dr. Bernie Siegel at his home in Woodbridge, CT. As a physician who has cared for and counseled innumerable people who’ve been threatened by an illness, Bernie embraces a philosophy of living and dying that stands at the forefront of the medical ethics and spiritual issues our society grapples with today. He continues to assist in the breaking of new ground in the field of healing and personally struggling to live the message of kindness and love.
Since retiring from general and pediatric surgical practice, Dr. Siegel has dedicated himself to humanizing the medical establishment’s approach to patients and empowering patients to induce their own healing. His many books include Peace, Love and Healing, 365 Prescriptions for the Soul, and Love, and Medicine and Miracles. Dr. Siegel is a sought after speaker on patient and caregiver issues and he is a fan of precognitive drawing or when kids draw about their death. Join Scarlett and her mom as Dr. Siegel shares his incredible wisdom and stories with all of us.
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Kristine Carlson on Moving Forward After Loss
Scarlett Lewis and ⁠Kristine Carlson⁠ discuss loss and the importance of moving forward, carrying our loved ones with us and returning to joy to experience life. Kristine is the co-author with her late husband, Dr. Richard Carlson of the New York Times bestselling Don't Sweat the Small Stuff books. She was featured as the subject of a biopic Lifetime movie based on her book, Heartbroken Open: A True Story of Coming Alive Again After Profound Loss.
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Dr. Roy Lubit board certified Child, Adolescent and Forensic Psychiatrist
Scarlett and her guest, Dr. Roy Lubit, board certified child, adolescent and forensic psychiatrist, discuss using the Choose Love program for educators to help put lessons into life for a child’s safety, health and well-being. They also talk about identifying a child that needs extra help beyond more attention at home and what support the school can provide for that child. This is especially important for children who have suffered childhood trauma and abuse. 
Many victims feel they are to blame and do not speak up to anyone until their adult years or never tell anyone but deal with the trauma themselves. Adults are a symbol of safety and it’s too frightening for a child to think that their source of safety is not protecting them so that shame, blame, guilt goes into adulthood unless it is addressed. Scarlett and Dr. Lubit discuss the importance of being present as parents and educators for our children. Dr. Roy Lubit says, “Improving someone’s social skills and reconnecting with people is as important as trauma focused therapy. The amount of emotional support from people and the depth of the support is important for their future well-being.”  
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Rick Rood, Choose Love New Mexico Ambassador
Scarlett Lewis’ guest is Rick Rood, Choose Love New Mexico Ambassador and Choose Love Professional Development instructor, also 5th grade educator, who has been a professional coach/educator for over 30 years. He is proficient in math/music/tech and education so Rick uses all aspects of his brain to help kids, and big kids expand and excel to be the best versions of themselves! During the podcast he gives his take on education today and how to face some of the issues. He talks about intention, the issue of blame and using triggers as a reminder for positive action. Rather than 'behavioral management' he uses the philosophy of 'guidance' to place the emphasis on love, rather than fear. When we try to control someone else we will be met with resistance but if we act as role models and guides it is much more effective. Choose Love is offering a brand new individualized transformational coaching class with Rick Rood. Sign up today for our inaugural journey into becoming the best versions of ourselves in the classroom and out! Visit our website for more information: https://chooselovemovement.org/choose-love-cares-workshops-coaching/
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/

The Choose Love Movement with Scarlett Lewis

Shine Hope with Kathryn Goetzke
Scarlett Lewis’ guest is Kathryn Goetzke, founder of the nonprofit Shine Hope Company. They discuss why hope is foundational for all of us. Katherine has dedicated her life to growing hope within individuals by letting everyone know that we all experience hopelessness and how to find our way back to hope. Hopelessness is the single most powerful predictor of violence as well as suicide. Katherine shares her personal story of losing her father to suicide that put her on a mission to teach everyone around the world the 'how' to hope, based on research that hope is a teachable skill.
Hope is predictive of retention, performance, productivity, and engagement, and is a protective factor against anxiety and depression. The first step is to take our power back by pausing and thoughtfully responding with love instead of reacting. We need to learn to control the 90 seconds between stimulus and response. The second step is to cultivate healthy habits including diet and exercise to help us during stressful events. The third step is action and goal setting. You are more likely to achieve something if you write it down and check in with someone on how you are achieving these goals.
Additionally, hope is a precursor to happiness and resilience, meaning we need to activate hope to feel happy and have resilience. Hopelessness is learned through adversity and is often a consequence of oppression and discrimination; hope is also learnable, but only if we teach it. Listen to this podcast to find out how to activate hope within yourself, your school and communities!  www.theshinehopecompany.com
Learn more About Scarlett here: https://chooselovemovement.org/