Showing Up Beyond Good Intentions: Teaching Presence in an Awkward World with Jen Marr

Podcast: Classroom Narratives: Healing in Education · Joseph Weisler

Opublikowano: 2026-10-14

📝 Episode Synopsis After tragedy, many people want to help—but few know how. In this episode of Classroom Narratives, Dr. Joey Weisler speaks with Jen Marr, founder of Showing Up LLC, whose work supporting the Sandy Hook community and responding to the Boston Marathon tragedy reshaped her understanding of empathy, leadership, and human connection. Together, they explore why showing up isn't simply a personality trait—it's a skill. From navigating uncomfortable conversations to recognizing the "awkward zone," Jen shares how educators, school leaders, and everyday people can move beyond fear, avoidance, and fixing to crea...