Listen "SJP22 | Emily Simpson"
Episode Synopsis
In this podcast episode, host Ashley has an insightful conversation with Emily, a high school teacher known for her authenticity and creativity. Emily shares her unexpected path to teaching, her passion for learning, and her adventurous spirit. The discussion explores her unique personality traits, the significance of living authentically, and her experiences with personal boundaries and fear. Key themes include the balance between introversion and extroversion, the importance of community and hobbies, and following one's gut instinct. Emily offers personal anecdotes on growth, mutual support, and understanding in relationships, as well as reflecting on the influence of her grandparents, her views on consciousness and spirituality, and the role of music and literature in her development.
00:29 Emily's Journey into Teaching
01:08 Describing Emily in Three Adjectives
01:41 The Power of Curiosity
02:13 Gut Instincts and Intuition
05:27 Navigating Hard Decisions
06:55 Fun Questions: The Four M's
09:54 Emily's Love for Music
12:10 Emily's Fur Babies
14:43 Influences and Childhood
21:34 College Life and Moving to DC
24:13 Gap Year in Philadelphia
36:14 Life After Temple University
37:21 Adventures in Ecuador
40:20 Love for the Caribbean and Latin America
40:56 Upcoming Travel Plans
41:33 Favorite Travel Memory
43:30 Journey into Education
45:59 Grandparents' Influence
47:54 Reflections on Death and Grief
50:24 Spirituality and Consciousness
01:00:49 Building Community and Relationships
01:04:25 Personal Growth and Overcoming Fear
01:16:01 Living a Good Life
00:29 Emily's Journey into Teaching
01:08 Describing Emily in Three Adjectives
01:41 The Power of Curiosity
02:13 Gut Instincts and Intuition
05:27 Navigating Hard Decisions
06:55 Fun Questions: The Four M's
09:54 Emily's Love for Music
12:10 Emily's Fur Babies
14:43 Influences and Childhood
21:34 College Life and Moving to DC
24:13 Gap Year in Philadelphia
36:14 Life After Temple University
37:21 Adventures in Ecuador
40:20 Love for the Caribbean and Latin America
40:56 Upcoming Travel Plans
41:33 Favorite Travel Memory
43:30 Journey into Education
45:59 Grandparents' Influence
47:54 Reflections on Death and Grief
50:24 Spirituality and Consciousness
01:00:49 Building Community and Relationships
01:04:25 Personal Growth and Overcoming Fear
01:16:01 Living a Good Life
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