Well, that's what I have always done. They learn through discussion. I don't lecture and I never give them answers. Having been on stage since her tender years, Wood has cultivated her own presence - and urges students in her class to find their own voices. I have them look at who they are and what they have done.
Most people have no clue how to talk about themselves in a supportive way.
Most of us are taught to be 'ever so humble'. To that end, she has gotten involved in the Community College Association where she works on behalf of part-timers and is active on the State Council of Education. I discovered I am an activist. It's important to rail against inequities.