BECOMING YOUR BEST SELF. ONE EPISODE AT A TIME.
These videos are a free educational video resource for schools that provide students with real perspectives from real people that will help them achieve greater success in the outside world.
Designed for the classroom, Jostens Renaissance members have access to a downloadable critical thinking discussion guide that fosters student-led discussions for each student character and wellness video.
The Jostens Renaissance Character and Wellness videos include the following series:
The Better Than Good video series features interviews of Keith Hawkins – an inspirational speaker who grew up in a struggling family from a tough part of Los Angeles. These videos focus on the greatness bottled up inside us and the opportunities that life offers.
All In video series host Gian Paul Gonzalez shares lessons he’s learned from his personal journey working with his students as a ninth-grade world history teacher, professional athletes and inmates serving sentences in correctional facilities.
Hosted by Mike Smith, an entrepreneur and inspirational speaker, The Harbor™ by Jostens® facilitates the teaching of character development in classrooms by showcasing tangible life lessons through various adult and student experiences.
Courageous Conversations are designed for student, educator and parent audiences, featuring adults and students who have shown real strength – sharing personal stories related to grit, handling failure, wellbeing, mental health and overcoming obstacles.
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Mindset
In this episode, Keith will provide tips for creating a mindset for the day so that you set yourself up to feel motivated, organized and calm.
SELF-REFLECTION
Spending time reflecting can be scary, but it’s critical to gaining insights about ourselves and others. Mike shares how reflecting on his setbacks and successes has made him a better boss, coworker, and leader.
HOW TO START
Some students know what they want to do and where they want to go, but they just don’t know how to start. In this episode of…
PURPOSE
It’s easy to fall into the trap of equating busyness to being on your way to success. Without focus in our daily routines, it’s easy for…
LEAVING A LEGACY
Mike poses the question, “What legacy do you want to leave behind?”
GREATER PURPOSE WITH AZIE TESFAI
Azie Tesfai achieved her dream of becoming an actress, but still felt unfulfilled. It was only when she learned about the needs of a school in her family’s home country that she realized her greater purpose.