Episode Overview
In this episode, Vanessa explores How to Train Your Dragon through a powerful lens: not just as a fantasy adventure, but as a roadmap for reclaiming agency, curiosity, and purpose in career transitions. The conversation covers how Hiccup from a collection of children’s books to a live-action movie, themes of belongings, the Huge different between ‘couldn’t’ and ‘wouldn’t’, and finally some career transition tips that are fireproof – even on the inside!
See for Yourself
Animated How to Train Your Dragon (2010) is streaming now on:
- Max (max.com)
- Rent or buy via Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Microsoft Store
💡 Vanessa tip: I encourage checking out the live-action remake in the theaters. It’s an excellent live-action update.
Links
- Read up on Cressida Cowell’s original book series at Wikipedia
- Watch Cressida talk about her newest books
- Music by John Powell – soundtracks on Spotify/Apple Music
- DIY Career Courses Coming Soon – email Vanessa directly for early access to DECIDE, CLARITY, and BUILD at a special reduced rate for the first few enrollees
🗝️ Key Takeaways for Teachers in Transition
- Belong while true to yourself — your unique perspective is your superpower.
- Choice = Power — shifting from “couldn’t” to “wouldn’t” restores control and motivation.
- Lead with empathy — the kindest solutions often bring the strongest outcomes.
- Music moves us—don’t underestimate the power of emotional connection, even in career work.
Connect with Vanessa
Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com
Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099
Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here
Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social
Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more!
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The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout
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