Elena Aguilar - Emotional Resilience and Equity in Education

Self-described teacher, writer, coach, podcast host, mother, partner and daughter Elena Aguilar obviously wears many hats, including as a renowned author – but many of them also have something in common.

Particularly through Bright Morning Consulting, an organization focused on helping build more just and equitable organizations, and books like her recent work “Onward,” Aguilar has embarked on a mission to support the journeys of individuals looking to remove the obstacles to equity.

Those obstacles also greatly impact the world of education, where Aguilar said she believes that inequity leads directly to poorer outcomes, burned-out teachers and more. It’s not a lack of desire, but a lack of resources.

On this episode of Change Starts Here from FranklinCovey, thought leader and host Dustin Odham sat down with Aguilar to center on her thoughts and insights regarding education. “Onward” focuses on a simple concept, but one that takes significant work – cultivating emotional resilience in educators.

An educator has to be willing to tend to a true journey throughout the school year, from self-discovery in the summer months to building community to start a year, battling burnout in the winter months, and more. It’s a rhythm that, when mastered, can give educators more control over their own emotions.

If you or someone you know is struggling with feelings of burnout and uncertainty, visit Elena's Feel Better Program with Bright Morning.