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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIn Dedicated to the Cup: Nine Ways to Reinvent a Life<\/a>, Bonnie Milletto explores the power of reinvention and personal transformation drawing on the journey of self-discovery and growth. Milletto offers practical advice and inspirational stories to help readers unlock their full potential and pursue their dreams. Whether you’re looking to make a career change, start a new project, or simply live more intentionally, “Dedicated to the Cup” provides a roadmap for embracing change and creating a fulfilling life on your own terms. With its engaging storytelling and practical wisdom, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and guidance on their journey of personal growth and transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This academic year I’ve been leading a community read in the Career Development Center on Identity-conscious Supervision in Student Affairs: Building Relationships and Transforming Systems<\/em><\/a> (Valley Library Print<\/a>, Ebook<\/a>). We\u2019re 2\/3 of the way through the book and have been engaging in rich and vulnerable conversations. The authors encourage readers to understand their own dominant and marginalized identities before bringing identity conversations to supervisees, while paying special attention to power dynamics and conflict. Our office did note that the authors have not yet mentioned consent\u2014always be sure to ask your supervisee before proceeding with a conversation on identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ralph Ellison\u2019s book, Invisible Man<\/a> (Valley Library Print<\/a>), has and will always be a reminder of how I move throughout my personal and professional life. In the beginning of his novel, he says \u201cI am an invisible man. No, I am not a spook like those who haunted Edgar Allen Poe; nor am I one of your Hollywood-movie ectoplasms. I am a man of substance, of flesh and bone, fiber and liquids\u2014and I might even be said to possess a mind. I am invisible, understand, simply because people refuse to see me.\u201d Later in his book on page 577, he says \u201cLife is to be lived, not controlled; and humanity is won by continuing to play in face of certain defeat.\u201d Each of us represents something bigger than ourselves. We should all take the time to understand and see people beyond their exterior or preconceived notions. Ellison\u2019s quote of certain defeat reminds me of what Dr. Maya Angelou once said, \u201cYou may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n I\u2019ve been inspired by Cal Newport\u2019s Deep Work<\/a> and Deep Questions<\/a>. Deep work is being able to focus on cognitively intense projects. Most people (including me!) need to (re)train their brains for this type of work as a result of constant digital distractions. Practicing deep work allows people to produce better results and experience higher levels of fulfillment. I\u2019ve been working on time blocking to practice greater concentration and deep work. Committing to space outside of the frantic blur of email and DMs. has been rewarding and I\u2019ve noticed how many colleagues are also hungry for this, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Felicia Rose Chavez\u2019s book The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom<\/em><\/a>(Valley Library Print<\/a>)comprises elements of a memoir and pedagogical guide that critique the traditional writing workshop model. Chavez\u2019s experiential narrative weaves intentionality and wit to recount her struggles as a workshop participant where control over the process, outcomes, resources, and students reflected white dominance through silence. In response, she created the anti-racist writing workshop model that \u201cimparts a pedagogy of deep listening\u201d (17). This model seeks to foster a sense of community and give Writers of Color a space to exercise their voice. Inspired by her work, I explore how to adapt this model to online learning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Back by popular demand! We asked colleagues, \u201cWhat have you read that has informed your work or resonated for you, and why? This can be reading in any form (e.g., books, articles, videos, podcasts, audiobooks, etc.).\u201d Perhaps you\u2019ll find your first summer read or potential book club option in what OSU colleagues have shared here. … <\/p>\nBrenna Gomez, Director of Career Integration, Career Development Center<\/h1>\n\n\n
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