Ms. Paula Hagen (formerly known as Ms. Mark), a retired high school English teacher, and Dr. Velez's former teacher, comes on the show to discuss the path which lead her to become an educator. Ms. Mark, (as her former students would call her) shares details about her life growing up as a gifted child and teen and shares how it would later influence her passion for teaching gifted teens in the predominantly Spanish-speaking community of Hialeah, Florida. Ms. Mark also discusses how she was relentless in the pursuit of helping students dream big and reach their academic potential.    Ms. Mark is more than an educator, she is a beacon of light who planted daily seeds of hope and inspiration into the hearts of her students. It only takes one adult to believe in you, and Ms. Mark was that person to many. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of former students blooming thanks to her influence.  -With love and appreciation, Erika ** please excuse the audio quality and minor glitches, we didn’t have the best internet connection and made the best of it! :) The content on The Mindful Corner Podcast should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You are encouraged to consult your doctor concerning your specific health condition and because each person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving an honest rating and review. Want to share your story or know someone who does? Email us at [email protected] Business inquiries: [email protected] Make sure to follow The Mindful Corner's Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/themindfulcorner/