IEP Coaching & Advocacy

02/27/2026

You survived so many battles you don't talk about.

That version of you deserves more credit than criticism. 💚

02/27/2026

It's not our place to try and talk someone out of their feelings. There's no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to feel. Meet them where they are, not where you imagine they should be, and just support them as they work through what they are feeling. If you're professing to be there for someone, it needs to actually be about them.

Just my two cents as I work through some hurtful drama. What are your thoughts?

🩵 Leila

02/27/2026

02/27/2026

Here's to every survivor of emotional neglect who made it their ongoing task in life to be the "easiest"— the easiest employee, friend, relationship partner, customer, patient.

Yeah, I see you.

02/27/2026

Truth

02/27/2026

This is how culture changes.

A teammate joked.
Kids laughed.
And the coach said:

“His date might be a boy. His date might be a girl. It doesn’t matter.”

That moment told every kid in the room:
You belong.
You’re safe.
You don’t have to hide.

Culture doesn’t only change in courtrooms.
It changes in locker rooms.
In classrooms.
In everyday conversations.

One person speaking up.

Never underestimate the power of one person speaking up.

If we all do that we can change the world.

02/26/2026

What steps are most important for helping students succeed after high school? Share your thoughts in the comments or tag someone who might find this valuable!

02/26/2026

02/26/2026

Key Principles of CBT
Awareness: Recognizing negative thought patterns.
Challenge: Questioning the validity of these thoughts.
Change: Replacing harmful thoughts with beneficial ones.

Key Principles of ACT
Cognitive Defusion: Learning to observe your thoughts without being entangled by them.
Mindfulness: Being present in the moment without judgment.
Evaluation: Analyzing personal values and taking action based on what matters most.

In essence, while CBT equips you with tools to challenge and change destructive thinking habits, cognitive behavioral therapy fosters an environment where bad vibes don’t stand a chance.

ACT walks alongside you, encouraging acceptance so those same troubling thoughts lose their power over time. So whether you’re team ACT or lean more towards cognitive behavioral behavior, both approaches have their merits.

02/26/2026

Do any of these motivation strategies work for you?

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02/26/2026

Small words can leave long shadows. Choose the ones that light the way.💔

02/26/2026

What do you need?