Getting Messy: A Guide to Taking Risks and Opening the Imagination for Teachers, Trainers, Coaches and Mentors

Teaching at its best is a messy process. Messy means we're human, we make mistakes, and often when we're trying something for the first time, we have no idea how it's going to turn out. But it's only when we step out of the mold and allow a little disarray that learning and growth begin to happen. Getting Messy is a helpful friend and guide for those times when you feel nervous about stepping into something new and unknown. You will: Find your voice and own your inner brilliance Lead a group with beginner's mind Uncover inspiration when you most need it Recognize and utilize the creative wisdom in the room Turn the messy business of being human into the stuff that makes you grow Shakti Gawain exclaimed, "I love this book!" and Jennifer Louden said Getting Messy was one of her favorite books on teaching. Teachers of all kinds have said Getting Messy is brilliant and inspiring. If you teach, train, coach, mentor, or work in any way with other humans, Getting Messy is a profound and in-depth resource.