The Next Step’s Post

😉 So I did a thing… It feels like a lifetime ago, but two months ago, I was flown out to New York to appear on the TV show "Wake Up with Marci," a talk show with heart ❤️ 📺 This show is broadcast to 2.8 million viewers across New York, Long Island, and New Jersey 👀 Once the show streamed live, it was shared across numerous channels, including YouTube. (Link below) I was on a cruise when it aired, so this is my first catch-up 🙃 The interview reflects on my journey from challenging beginnings to empowering others. Marci called it a testament to resilience and transformation 💥 We explored breaking the cycles of adversity and guiding individuals toward authentic success and self-mastery. Life is a constant journey, and I continually push myself out of my comfort zone to grow and reflect—just like traveling to New York on my own 😬 My passion and work as a coach and mentor are rooted in the belief that our traumas do not define us. Instead, healing from trauma propels us forward because there is nothing more powerful than a shared lived experience. No textbook can offer the care, compassion, and empathy that comes from shared experiences, which is the core of my work with young people. A human approach in leadership is key 🔑 Caring for others, listening to their thoughts and ideas, and sharing the reasons behind your decisions—makes all the difference. People will follow you because they want to, not because they have to. This was evident in my recent mentoring programme at an alternative provision school. #hugesuccess Offering students the space to expand their zone of genius and navigate paths they might not have considered is incredibly rewarding. There is so much joy in watching others succeed and standing side by side on their journey. Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/eRVSaCCs #tv #interview #newyork #whatanexperience #breakingthecycle #childhoodtrauma #adversity #growth #schools #alternativeprovision #mentor #mentoringprogramme I am More Academy Marci Hopkins 💭 Do you have a cohort of students that would benefit from a mentoring programme? I’d love to share with you our results 🤩

We're all connected, but do we truly understand our impact on each other? From shared slang to deeply personal connections, our lives are shaped by the people around us. This short film explores the intricate tapestry of human interaction, revealing how our experiences, both beautiful and challenging, define who we become. I made a shortfilm to talk about this. ✨ Share, like, and subscribe to help others discover the profound influence of relationships on our identities and the power of human connection. https://lnkd.in/d9Vu9iTB

Our Co-Founder, Matt Yanofsky, is making waves in the New York Post! We’re proud to see his insights featured in an article diving into the Menendez brothers’ story—and how the power of narrative and cultural relevance could turn their release into a brand deal phenomenon. At The Moment Lab, we believe every story has the potential to spark conversation, shift perspectives, and leave an impact. Matt’s take? It’s all about understanding the moment and amplifying it in ways that matter. Curious? Check out the article below. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g4GEZbX6

🌟 Why I Do What I Do 🌟 As a gay, Mexican-American/Latino, neurodiverse nomad who finds peace living close to nature, I feel the weight of the world more than ever. With the recent shifts in leadership and policies targeting trans and nonbinary individuals, rolling back environmental protections like the Paris Climate Accord, and making life harder for immigrants and so many underrepresented communities, it's clear we all have work to do. I’ve made it my life’s mission to channel my energy, skills, and heart into creating positive change. Whether it’s amplifying underrepresented voices through my work at The GenderCool Project, collaborating with global thought leaders on inclusive design and AI, or building communities where everyone can belong, I believe that our time on this planet should be used to leave it better than we found it. Every piece of work I do—whether it’s telling stories of courage and resilience, fostering critical conversations, or advocating for systemic change—is driven by a simple truth: this matters. In times like these, it can feel overwhelming, but it’s also when collaboration and community matter the most. If you’re passionate about driving meaningful change, supporting youth, or making the world more inclusive and equitable, let’s connect. 🌍 Together, we can do more. Visit connectwithvincent.com to reach out and explore how we can collaborate. Let’s build a world where everyone can thrive—because that’s the future worth fighting for. 💪🏽🌈

My ambition to promote animistic ways of thinking to the everyday objects from nature, originally came from a feeling of deep kinship with stone, rock and mountains as a vessel for holding space for grief, change and loss. I believe that recognizing the dreaming and inherent value of the objects in nature is the ultimate way of resolving some of the many environmental crises we currently face. While my specific goals have not yet been refined, I find joy in dabbling with ancient techniques used in healing, storytelling and art. https://lnkd.in/dYYDTg5v

Delighted to be asked to join TRP's board, (and also Building Resources of San Francisco, which they now own). This origin story should serve as inspiration to any entrepreneur in the green building, design and construction industry. If you have an idea for how to make the world a better (cleaner) place, go for it because it's never too late to make a difference. This also reminds me of my favorite Margaret Mead quote: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Go Ted and Go TRP! 💚 #Reuse #sustainablebuilding #deconstruction

This week's #reflexivepractice question has me thinking long and deeply about how the system views ownership, including intellectual property. How traditional knowledges, if acknowledged and used, usually then isn't shared with respecting traditional ethics and practices. They often are not shared with consideration of cultural norms. That is if traditional knowledge is acknowledged and respected.

Why LORE? Stories are the foundation of who we are—as individuals, communities, and civilizations. At its core, LORE explores the invisible threads that weave culture and commerce together. It delves into how myths—whether ancient or emerging—drive consumer behavior and the very identity of brands, organizations, and industries. Learn more about the journal in the comments ⬇️

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I'm always looking for different kinds of stories, told from different perspectives, that shed light on who we are as individuals and as a species. Here's a wonderfully told story in less than 10 minutes. The idea of uncovering, acknowledging, learning from, and coming to terms with, our mistakes and past performance (that often involves giving a voice to those who've been excluded) is something that should apply at all scales of human interaction, from building design and operations to the atrocities we inflict on one another. It's a necessary component for equitably improving the human condition and addressing the many challenges we face. Archaeology and anthropology are useful disciplines to bring to bear as part of such efforts. I'm not sure I've heard the term quiet activism before, but I like it. I think it describes some aspects of my own professional career (at least I hope it does). #quietactivism #storytelling #archaeology #trailoftears #anthropology