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Who motivates you?

On By Dr. Andrea DinardoIn Motivation, Psychology, Psychology Class, purpose, Student Motivation, Student Success, Teaching25 Comments

Students, past and present, motivate me!

“The future of the world is in my classroom today.”

One of my first year BScN nursing students (Mona on the right) asked if I would sign the psychology textbook that I co-wrote and take a photo with her after class this week.

She said that an encouraging note and a picture with her professor would give her the motivation she needed to stay focused, work hard, and study throughout the semester.

Of course I said yes! It was a full circle moment. For my students are my motivation. And everything I do is with their success in mind.

Also pictured above are Sarah Ryrie (on the left) and Justin Fox (in the middle) – two St. Clair College alumni and former student representative council presidents who continue to inspire me today!

Related Post: Staying motivated in the midst of a challenge.

Your Turn: Who motivates you?

Teaching Psychology with Enthusiasm

On By Dr. Andrea DinardoIn Empowerment, Flow, Motivation, Personal Growth, Psychology Class, purpose, Self Actualization, Student Engagement, Student Success, Teaching, Thriving30 Comments

I love teaching about psychology as much as I love writing about psychology. And that’s a lot!

Psychology is my passion 

Students First Is My Philosophy

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Which is why I take every opportunity I have to support and encourage student success and development.

  1. Whether it be as a reference for college scholarships.
  2. Helping stressed out students thrive in the classroom.
  3. Writing psychology textbooks for students across Canada.
  4. Developing a blog geared to student resilience and empowerment.

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Your Turn:

  1. What are you most excited about in life right now?
  2. How do you make your passion and purpose a daily priority?

Positive psychology is my passion

On By Dr. Andrea DinardoIn Inspiration, Psychology Class, purpose, Student Engagement, Student Motivation, Student Success, Teaching Effectiveness, Training and Development14 Comments

 Positive Psychology is My Passion

I love everything about positive psychology. The research, the content, the discoveries, the real-life stories, and most importantly, the promise of a better life.

The opportunity to write psychology textbooks for McGraw-Hill Ryerson and share my enthusiasm for psychology is a childhood dream come true!

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What’s Your Passion?

What Moves You? Motivates You? Inspires You?

How do you share your passion with the world?