Raising and Rising
Raising and Rising
Podcast Description
Welcome to Raising and Rising, the podcast where parents, educators, and women leaders elevate themselves and the children they nurture. Hosted by Sheryl from Self Directed Life, each episode offers heartfelt conversations, expert insights, and coaching tips to help you raise resilient, curious, and empowered children while growing into your fullest potential. Whether you're seeking joyful learning, conscious parenting, or confident leadership, Raising and Rising provides the tools and inspiration you need to thrive.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of conscious parenting, educational wellbeing, and personal development. Notable episode topics include the stresses facing educators, the need for mental health support in children, and holistic education approaches, such as the importance of mindful learning environments and strategies for co-regulation between parents and children.
Welcome to Raising and Rising, the podcast where parents, educators, and women leaders elevate themselves and the children they nurture. Hosted by Sheryl from Self Directed Life, each episode offers heartfelt conversations, expert insights, and coaching tips to help you raise resilient, curious, and empowered children while growing into your fullest potential. Whether you’re seeking joyful learning, conscious parenting, or confident leadership, Raising and Rising provides the tools and inspiration you need to thrive.
In this Educating from Within episode, Sheryl interviews Dawn Fung, founder of LittleU — a micro school and consultancy designed to support neurodivergent children, homeschooling families, and those recovering from school-related trauma. Dawn shares how her team creates emotionally safe, personalized learning environments, and why portfolios, choice, and slowing down are essential for real growth.
Key Topics Covered:
What is education equity?
How school systems can cause trauma
The importance of portfolios vs. exams
Guilds, family-led learning, and apprenticeship models
How to know if your child needs trauma-informed education
Why choice, safety, and connection matter
00:35 Introduction and Purpose of the Interview
00:59 Overview of LittleU's Mission and Programs
02:12 Challenges and Goals of LittleU
02:41 Understanding Education Equity
05:22 The Role of Portfolios in Education
06:53 Historical Context and Guilds
09:41 Family as a Learning Unit
15:13 Trauma-Informed Education
18:36 Identifying and Addressing Trauma in Children
23:42 LittleU's Approach to Success and Future Plans
27:09 Sustainability and Growth of LittleU
Connect with Dawn Fung & LittleU:www.littleu.org
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