In this episode Beth talks with her parents, Ron and Elaine Cougler, and her brother, Kevin Cougler, about being lifelong learners and how that has presented itself in their family. Listen for ideas to take into your own life and relationships – with family, friends, or colleagues – about how to be and support each other as lifelong learners.

The Cougler Family also explore:

Learning when we’re ready to learn and seeking out learning
Supporting and being supported by people in our life
The effort it takes to be lifelong learners
Taking risks and learning from failure

Engage with Ron, Elaine, and Kevin Cougler

Kevin Cougler, Founder, STEM Camp
Elaine Cougler, Author & Speaker – ElaineCougler.com
Ron Cougler, STEM Camp Foundation

Other Links from the Episode

Ron Calhoun (family friend of the Couglers) was the National Special Events Chair for Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope. Elaine wrote his biography in her book, The Man Behind the Marathons.
Elaine Cougler’s four historical fiction novels, the Loyalist books
Beth’s book, Design to Engage: How to Create and Facilitate a Great Learning Experience For Any Group
The “God particle” Kevin refers to is the Higgs boson particle

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Being Lifelong Learners with The Cougler Family - EP 8