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Takeaways
Linear goal-setting can trap us in burnout and a deficit mindset.
Learning and growth are nonlinear—curiosity and experimentation create deeper impact.
Traditional definitions of success often limit creativity and autonomy.
Tiny experiments help reclaim control, joy, and discovery in our personal and professional lives.
The education system can benefit from embracing experimentation over rigid outcomes.
Community and conversation are powerful tools for mental health and learning.
Neuroscience helps explain why curiosity and self-compassion are crucial for sustainable progress.
Instead of obsessing over perfection, we can focus on consistent iteration and playful learning.
Self-defined success leads to healthier productivity and long-term well-being.
Educators and knowledge workers alike need safe, brave spaces to question norms and try new paths.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome + Introduction of Anne-Laure
03:10 Linear Thinking vs. Nonlinear Exploration
06:15 Anne-Laure's Shift from Corporate Life to Purpose-Driven Curiosity
10:50 The Origins of Tiny Experiments
14:20 Power of Community and Learning in Public
2o:45 Neuroscience of Learning and Curiosity with Plus, Minus, Next
26:00 The Beauty of New Learning With Published Book
30:30 How to Start a Tiny Experiment Today
Educators as Explorers, Not Just Executors
Resources
Tiny Experiments: A Book by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
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