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My first AI art project using Google Colab. You can see the prompt for this art piece. I let it run for 2200 iterations
My first AI art project using Google Colab. You can see the prompt for this art piece. I let it run for 2200 iterations







![215: Born to Jump: Tara Martin on Courage, Story, and Self-Care in Education
What does it mean to keep leaping into the unknown, even when fear and self-doubt try to hold you back? Educator, author, and publisher Tara Martin has built her career on answering that question. From her breakthrough childrenâs book Cannonball In to her powerful framework in Be REAL, Tara reminds us that teaching and living with authenticity requires courage, vulnerability, and a willingness to keep jumping.
In This Episode, Youâll Hear About:
Taraâs journey from classroom teacher to instructional coach, district leader, and now Director of Publishing at Dave Burgess Consulting.
Why mentors who see potential in us can change the entire trajectory of our lives.
The Be REAL framework (Relatable, Expose vulnerability, Approachable, Learning through life) and why it matters in every relationship.
Lessons from Cannonball In about fear, confidence, and tuning out the âdabblersâ who sit on the sidelines.
How Tara sustains her energy and creativity through systems: journaling, fitness routines, accountability groups, and her âups and downsâ T-chart.
The importance of self-care and giving yourself permission to put your needs on the calendar first.
The healing power of story and why fitting in is the opposite of true belonging.
Why Listen:
If youâve ever felt torn between giving everything to your work and finding space for yourself, Taraâs perspective offers both inspiration and practical strategies. This conversation is about teaching, yes â but itâs also about building a life where you can thrive.
Resources & Links:
Connect with Tara: Website | Twitter/X
Taraâs books: Be REAL: Educate from the Heart | Cannonball In
Join the Conversation:
Whatâs the âjumpâ you need to take in your own classroom or life?Â
Share your reflections in the comments or tag me and Tara on social media.
Listen & Subscribe:
[Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify] | [YouTube] | [Simplecast]
Access the Show
All platforms & past episodes:Â https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/
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