An Anchor Moment with Ann McNeil | Paradigm Shifts and Servant Leadership

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Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking episode of "An Anchor Moment" as we sit down with Ann McNeil, a retired teacher turned advocate for paradigm shifts and servant leadership. In this captivating video, Ann shares her personal journey, accompanied by heartwarming family pictures, and delves into the transformative power of changing perspectives.
Ann, a devoted wife and proud mother of three, takes us through her life story, from growing up in Snohomish, Washington, to meeting her husband Blaine at Washington State University. As empty nesters, they embarked on a new chapter in Arizona, where they enjoy activities like golf, Pickleball, and leisurely walks with their beloved dog, Hudson.
With 29 years of teaching experience, including a period as a leadership teacher, Ann reveals a pivotal moment that shaped her perspective on education and life. Through a powerful exercise involving numbers on the screen, she challenges viewers to perceive the sequence differently, drawing attention to the concept of paradigm shifts. Witness the surprise and realization as Ann demonstrates how a change in perception can transform our understanding.
Drawing from her own experiences, Ann recounts a significant paradigm shift she encountered when transitioning from teaching elementary school to a middle school leadership class. Discover the profound impact that one student's struggle with belonging had on Ann's teaching approach, leading her to redefine the importance of fostering meaningful relationships and empathy in the classroom.
Deeply inspired by servant leadership, Ann immersed herself in books, podcasts, and conferences, particularly resonating with John Maxwell's definition of leadership as influence developed through meaningful relationships. She reveals the key distinction between personality and character, emphasizing the choice to walk in the path of character through essential qualities such as patience, kindness, honesty, respect, selflessness, forgiveness, humility, and commitment.
Delving into the concept of love, Ann reflects on the different ways we often use the term, highlighting the confusion that arises when we equate it with mere feelings. Through her engaging storytelling, she encourages viewers to embrace agape love, a love that transcends emotions and becomes a deliberate choice. Learn how embracing agape love can have a profound impact on our interactions with others and inspire personal growth.
Prepare to be moved as Ann shares a heartfelt story of a challenging student in her PE class, illustrating the transformative power of consistent actions of love, even when faced with difficulty. Witness how unwavering patience, kindness, and respect changed the trajectory of this young individual's life, proving the extraordinary influence of servant leadership.
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