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We’ve made it! At first, I never imagined us getting past 10 podcast episodes, let alone 50! But here we are. In this special episode, I am joined by Denise “Circle Mamma” Holliday to reminisce the past 50 episodes of the Relationship Centered Learning Podcast, share what’s next for the National Educators for Restorative Practices, and talk about her personal insights about being a genuine person and building connections with students and her fellow educators.Denise has made significant contributions to us, restorative practitioners, and drops a ton of valuable inputs as we move forward in our pursuit for restorative practices in schools, as well as relationship-centered learning. She credits her mother for who she is, who once told her, “There’s absolutely nothing you cannot attain if you don’t want it.”[00:01 – 07:52] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Denise HollidayWe take turns asking five GTKY questionsLearn more GTKY questions!Link below[07:53 – 22:56] What’s Next for the NEDRP? Join the virtual Educator Circle calls! Link belowDenise tells us whyWe break down the Certified Specialist in Restorative Practices training What’s next for the National Educators for Restorative Practices? [22:57 – 37:02] Ordinary vs. ExtraordinaryListen to our memorable moments from our first 50 episodesTaking out the trashOrdinary vs. extraordinaryBuilding communitiesDon’t miss this story about the guy with the cowboy hat [37:03 – 52:26] Facing Her Fears Denise talks about her fear of co-writing a bookHow she realized she “made it”She recalls how we became connected[55:27 – 01:10:04] Redefining Empathy What you should understand about DeniseWhat listening is all aboutHow is it related with Empathy?A healthy communication looks like thisHere are a few tips to build connections in the homes [01:10:05 – 01:12:39] Closing SegmentConnect with Denise. Links below Final words Tweetable Quotes:“I think I was trying to be extraordinary when really it’s that ordinary in me that is genuine, that people can really connect more with.” – Denise Holliday“I want everyone to know that they’re awesome.” – Denise HollidayResource mentioned:John Whalen Joe Beckman | Reclaiming Human Connection 047: Gloria Nzoya | Healthy Sexual Habits The Youth Should KnowMaureen Palaoro | Building Community in the ClassroomBook: Classroom CirclesEmail Denise at [email protected] or connect with her on Facebook. Check out the National Educators for Restorative Practices and learn how we help teachers build relationships, one educator at a time. JOIN our virtual conference on 13-14 July 2021 and February 2022. More details to follow. Visit www.Rclfirst.com to join the Educator Circle Calls that happen three times a week! Join our Facebook Group for more stories and communication about our work. Want a FREE download of 25 GTKY questions? Visit www.rclfirst.com and sign up for our newsletter!