What's the Story? – The Young Filmmakers' Social Action Team | Mariana Considine | Friends Activity https://whatsthestoryvt.com/members/mconsidine/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Mariana Considine's friends. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:27:26 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en 30 hourly 2 4eb6d8f8adbd3f2bf73e3124422db9ca Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=5559 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 17:46:46 -0400 I’m finally completing my reflection! It’s late but better that than never. Your girl is hyped to explore her own learning across four life long skills and effectively conclude a year of odd and bumpy […]

]]> d397392a0df84a3bd0c981263b19c49d Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=5471 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 02:35:19 -0400  

 

Self Direction

I’ve craved self direction for my entire life. It’s one of the reasons why I’ve always had a hard time with traditional education. It was great to have that freedom in this e […]

]]> b232f74ee702337ca10551c4221ff896 Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=5186 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 18:16:58 -0500 I’m writing this post a little over a week after the retreat because I really struggled throughout it and ultimately ended up leaving before lunch on Sunday. I was having periodical attacks of intense emotion and […]

]]> d57611a53bb4c99a78566d4cfd2061f0 Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=5048 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 18:57:31 -0500  

 

The past hours have been really sobering for me to experience. The last retreat felt like a whirlwind of ideas and half-formed plans. This one already feels more concrete, because the deadlines are n […]

]]> 0baaa53c6fb032fc127ceb9801a36ba3 Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=5003 Thu, 16 Nov 2017 02:18:53 -0500  

For the “Identify and Pursue Questions” target, I’d put myself at Got It. I didn’t convince my course mates to choose my topic, but that wasn’t neccessarily the goal. A part of it is still being pursued, and […]

]]> a58bd4eb7ba918a1eacf37ee4c09a8d0 Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4994 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 23:20:25 -0500 In the development of my group’s project there has been a complex exploration of the questions we need to identify and answer to give our work depth and purpose. Hence, I have had to evolve my thinking t […]

]]> 5e4d5926de01bb773e740334b46b2a80 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #5: Actions vs. Words http://whatsthestoryvt.com/5-actions-vs-words/#comment-8385 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:26:08 -0400 I agree, Mariana, which is why I decided to talk about it a little bit in this post. What our society values is a big part of how we treat individuals, for better or worse. Maybe that thought could help you a […]

]]> ed249636d7c0e281a459dc8eb97de01c Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #4: Mind Map: Big On Questions http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4-mind-map-big-on-questions/#comment-8384 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:21:14 -0400 Hi Mariana,

This is an interesting think to think about as I don’t have as many connections with other physically disabled peers as I would like. I’m going to try my hardest to use first-hand stories from other […]

]]> 83a26d765366c89b343764a9c2d15faa Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #4: Mind Map: Big On Questions http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4-mind-map-big-on-questions/#comment-8383 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:18:12 -0400 Yeah, Emily, specifics have always been difficult for me. I used the subgroups to try and help me with this, normally I’m a bit all over the place when it comes to organization of my thoughts. Unfortunately, I […]

]]> 6d4d012ab94acdee792f8e2df93a7714 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #3: I Have A Choice http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-i-have-a-choice/#comment-8382 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:11:24 -0400 Wow! Thanks for the compliment, Emily! I really do appreciate it.

From reading this comment a few weeks ago (apologies for the belated reply), I have really started to incorporate the schools perspective into […]

]]> ace9f8772cb9cca1eea5a6941ebbd921 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #3: I Have A Choice http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-i-have-a-choice/#comment-8381 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:07:49 -0400 Thanks for the encouraging words, Mariana! I’m glad this post made sense to you and wasn’t necessarily a nonsensical place to put my thoughts.

-Lindsey

]]> c6f1b352daa227c673855d85cada6ad7 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #2: Two Interviews About Oppourtunity http://whatsthestoryvt.com/2-two-interviews-about-oppourtunity/#comment-8380 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:05:28 -0400 Hi Mariana,

My topic has become much clearer to me than it was when I made this post, but I still very much appreciate the feedback regardless. Thinking about advocacy on this issue and how to make sure it […]

]]> 800801fbe6cdbb52211034285c0cd115 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #2: Two Interviews About Oppourtunity http://whatsthestoryvt.com/2-two-interviews-about-oppourtunity/#comment-8379 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 21:01:59 -0400 Hey Eva,

Haha I appreciate it. I’m so happy you’re really figuring it out this year as you navigate your own gap year. Thanks for the kind words. 🙂

-Lindsey

]]> f38d0fc6ee109de7efb8b94d50ebdee4 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #1: I Love Movies http://whatsthestoryvt.com/1-i-love-movies/#comment-8378 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:58:50 -0400 Hi Mariana,

I’m glad we have this in common. I agree. I enjoying figuring out what makes people tick, as well as dissecting larger concepts like this one.

-Lindsey

]]> 40a0722f7ae3cc4a3065445bc4f3c4b9 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #1: I Love Movies http://whatsthestoryvt.com/1-i-love-movies/#comment-8377 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:56:51 -0400 Hi Nate,

I neglected to mention I’m also a big fan of his work in the 2000 movie High Fidelity. I guess he has to be in the same movie has Joan Cusack.

Most Likely to Succeed is a stellar movie and book. I […]

]]> c9ee44ac6d337284de429025c9f2bb41 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #5 Inspiring Change by being Inspired By Change http://whatsthestoryvt.com/5-inspiring-change-by-being-inspired-by-change/#comment-8376 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:48:51 -0400 Hi Mariana,

Somewhat unfortunately, it seems that research on art therapy in schools or just art therapy in general is sparse. However, you could use this to your advantage. You can use your personal experience […]

]]> 6e6898ca704eeb610d9e0a604b6f57b5 Lindsey Drew and Mariana Considine are now friends https://whatsthestoryvt.com/activity/p/1682/ Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:47:46 -0400 0 cd7d19a98ee86b99941d9e516c9a189c Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #3 - Combining and Refining Ideas http://whatsthestoryvt.com/5-combining-and-refining-ideas/#comment-8375 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:37:41 -0400 Hi Mariana,

Art therapy in schools in such an interesting approach to the disciplinary aspect of schools you were talking about in your previous post. I haven’t heard much about this topic, it seems like you’ll […]

]]> 349be568784f008d14009c4f822a7a8f Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #2 Interviews and Beginning Ideas (Discipline in Schools) http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-interviews-and-beginning-ideas-discipline-in-schools/#comment-8374 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:34:01 -0400 Hi Mariana,

Restorative justice, especially in schools, is somewhat of a hot topic right now. The way we look at discipline systems in academic settings has changed mostly for the better over time. Excited to […]

]]> 0340f871f48b42b839ee3db56558f381 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, Mind Map http://whatsthestoryvt.com/mind-map/#comment-8373 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:23:00 -0400 Hi Kiara,

Reaching out to organizations like Black Lives Matter VT will definitely aid you on your quest with this topic. Great map!

-Lindsey

]]> d1119d9f07633e4a75e63586cd49d921 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, What path to take - Post 3 http://whatsthestoryvt.com/what-path-to-take-post-3/#comment-8372 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:19:43 -0400 Hi Kiara,

I agree with Mariana here, I think finding/making connections would make your topic more vivid for people. Personal stories always tend to reach an audience better than facts and figures can.

-Lindsey

]]> 4bb3bcbecb74821e1af480dfe05840f2 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #2 - Confederate Flag or DACA Recipients http://whatsthestoryvt.com/blog-2-confederate-flag-or-daca-recipients/#comment-8371 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 20:12:10 -0400 Edit: Apologies, I wasn’t logged in before. Here’s my edited version:

Hi Kiara,

These topics are such important issues to cover, especially with the current political climate. I’m excited to see where you […]

]]> 1e231ced27f8ffc6d4900222ca1e58dd Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #5: Actions vs. Words http://whatsthestoryvt.com/5-actions-vs-words/#comment-8292 Wed, 18 Oct 2017 18:36:37 -0400 Hi Emily!

This is a great thing to think about moving forward. “Show, don’t tell” is something that will play a key part in the making of this documentary as it becomes clearer. Thanks so much!
-Lindsey

]]> 30618d4691089f318cc5a6e004264cf4 Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4580 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 23:39:30 -0400  

The first quote I chose from Simon Sinek was the one he kept repeating, “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it.” In the context of the Ted Talk, “buy” means to purchase, since many (though not […]

]]> 2903085fc3053e78ca98b08d57b81e92 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #4 Mind Map! http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4-mind-map-2/#comment-8095 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 18:43:24 -0400 Hi Mariana!

Your topic is, in my humble opinion, definitely something that needs to be explored. I think another word to think about is “Where?” Similar to what Jiya was saying about places to reach out to, I […]

]]> b89594a93fec1a1879b19e9fa0839478 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #4: Mind Map: Big On Questions http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4-mind-map-big-on-questions/#comment-8088 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 18:21:27 -0400 Hey, Susan!

Thank you so much for the inspiring comment. Don’t worry, you’re not too late in the game. It’s never too late to ask big questions. Thanks so much for the resource, I’ll be sure to use it!

]]> b38dceec3683d275d5ce911b1e0f7ebc Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #3 What's The Story? http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-whats-the-story/#comment-8077 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:38:32 -0400 Thank you; I’ll make sure to try to keep up the things you find effective!

]]> 81d6e57ba599dd3c4a89f3a430406ea8 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #3 What's The Story? http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-whats-the-story/#comment-8076 Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:34:54 -0400 I obviously don’t know your sexuality but if you’re straight please don’t use the word “queer”. It’s a fantastic umbrella term for the LGBTQ+ community but, unfortunately, it’s a slur so right now my community is […]

]]> 7a4757b718a4bc2b82bfa639f90ef1ec Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4459 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 21:35:41 -0400

]]> 97a2076c0ede1245fa794c5a431f85f3 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #3 Talk About It http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-talk-about-it/#comment-8050 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:13:45 -0400 I’ve had some personal experiences with emotional and mental instability and have really struggled to be open about them with the people who are supposed to help me. A big part of my own difficulties is that my […]

]]> 5b48710bcfc2e3908dace0775d2abd03 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #3 Digging Into Food Justice http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-digging-into-food-justice/#comment-8049 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:07:37 -0400 I really like the way you’re exploring your topic so far! I agree that when you’re looking at something so complex, comprised of such numerous elements and experiences, you need a term that allows for flexible […]

]]> edaf7162d4b374a13c7ed12f31de622d Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #2 Shifting Ideas http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4013-2/#comment-8048 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 17:58:22 -0400 I also am curious about how discrimination against queer students is regional. I’m lucky to have queer friends in schools across central and upper Vermont so I’m thinking one of my steps will be exploring through […]

]]> f80c0f49c89b214b17d9c44668dba397 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #2 Shifting Ideas http://whatsthestoryvt.com/4013-2/#comment-8047 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 17:55:14 -0400 The research I did for my third post informed me of the fact that incorporating queer inclusive curriculum has a quantifiable positive impact on discrimination against queer students by their peers. I therefore […]

]]> 039d36ac7bab1d7f55a169f8983bf540 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #3 What's The Story? http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-whats-the-story/#comment-8046 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 17:49:29 -0400 Thank you for the resources; I had actually considered looking at the youth risk behavior survey but I had struggled to locate it because I couldn’t recall its name so that link will be very useful to me! I should […]

]]> 3f748b05fd2763eb442aa3ce69c3abf8 Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4443 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 17:43:59 -0400 0bbf5dffc2a54dfdafc9d85004e6f3f2 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #3 - Expanding Thoughts http://whatsthestoryvt.com/3-expanding-thoughts/#comment-7985 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 18:07:05 -0400 Hey, James, this is a great post!

I would encourage you to think of the broad impact questions, like “how does this impact the world?” and “what does this say about society?” hopefully these will help you dig a […]

]]> 6cdcbdba9a157a48190d1d7708b60186 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #2 What are People Assuming? http://whatsthestoryvt.com/2-what-are-people-assuming/#comment-7929 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 01:01:31 -0400 I like that you spoke with people in different age groups and of different genders on your issue since depression really is impacted so much by the social stigmas that come with differences in societal […]

]]> f126e619744bf073d336aaa3e738676b Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #2 Conversations on an Airplane http://whatsthestoryvt.com/2-conversations-on-an-airplane/#comment-7928 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:55:24 -0400 I think your questions are really interesting in the context of the debate over capitalism vs. socialism. I personally believe it is impossible for the United States to provide adequate support to food insecure […]

]]> b8c7567732d88b4f3e9f9eb37f1a0320 Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4283 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:20:12 -0400 It’s hard to pin down a specific conflict in the issue of overall school climate for the LGBTQ+ community because in large part the problem is created by microaggressions, tiny comments and actions that added […]

]]> 685da8ce575069db85e8d8865d3935e2 Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4268 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 21:53:06 -0400  

I’m indecisive. I’m still stuck between two topics. I’m leaning more towards one of them, though, so maybe this will help me figure it out.

The first topic is high schoolers with with physical […]

]]> 132137cbfa2c08ed606b81380806bc21 Lindsey Drew commented on the post, #2: Two Interviews About Oppourtunity http://whatsthestoryvt.com/2-two-interviews-about-oppourtunity/#comment-7850 Thu, 28 Sep 2017 01:52:26 -0400 Hi Emily!

Thanks for the comment. I really appreciate your feedback on understanding the topic. Having a clear focus will definitely help me along the way. You’re very well-spoken. This is my first year in WTS […]

]]> eb2ae9dacef55c93329c1bb271b82450 Lindsey Drew changed their profile picture https://whatsthestoryvt.com/activity/p/1299/ Wed, 27 Sep 2017 00:07:00 -0400 0 450dc6a3089cd76e4a8fcf5ea3b3b15b Lindsey Drew wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4099 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 23:43:04 -0400 I’m still indecisive about the topic I want to research for my documentary. I decided to ask two teachers at my school, CVU, about where they’d want to change things. I posed the same question to them both. W […]

]]> e0d9005526128d0cd2b0a68dfe821339 Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #1 Katherine Actually Writes http://whatsthestoryvt.com/1-katherine-posts/#comment-7717 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 14:41:28 -0400 I noticed that we have super similar experiences with perfectionism. Circumstances have forced me to take steps in the “doing” direction that have undone a lot of the more restrictive elements of my per […]

]]> d5befefb7c50b7544537e496384ea5df Phaedra Miller commented on the post, #1 What I'm Hoping to Learn http://whatsthestoryvt.com/1-what-im-hoping-to-learn/#comment-7714 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 14:35:08 -0400 I noticed that your focus is really comprehensive; I think it’s super cool that you’re considering all the different ways you can bring your work outside of your head and into the world around you! I’m reall […]

]]> 6543501754e07ee9288f66a8ead6a028 Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=4013 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 14:06:43 -0400 I began this week with a lasting commitment to my original project idea of researching and improving mental health and trauma awareness in schools. I conducted my first interview around this theme, unaware that […]

]]> 6455b5e6f71be2e1f60777bc2083f85f Phaedra Miller's profile was updated https://whatsthestoryvt.com/activity/p/1155/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 17:01:39 -0400 0 5114f7a08f99ca8f0d532e5c2a35221c Phaedra Miller and Mariana Considine are now friends https://whatsthestoryvt.com/activity/p/1150/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 16:45:06 -0400 0 6718dc6c70d552fcc0a44404c317f62c Phaedra Miller wrote a new post http://whatsthestoryvt.com/?p=3738 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:07:32 -0400 I am the one who believes in my own ability to control the situation around me, not only for the benefit of myself, but those who surround me.

I am here because I want to advocate for valuable and sustainable […]

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