At the core of the educational philosophy put forth in this book is the notion that we do nothing in isolation: not teaching, not learning, and not writing a book. This work, therefore, would not be possible without many others, including the following:

My students, who have taught me far more than I have taught them. Above all else, the ideas and practices presented here have emerged from my relationship with them.

The many friends and colleagues who have offered their love, support, and ideas throughout the pandemic and throughout the creation of this book: Theresa McKennie, Ken Wilson, Aisha Baaith Jeffries, Autumn Hernandez, Sara Silvio, Patrick Flynn, Missy Lahren, Matt Switzer, Sam King, Karie Crisp Vazquez, Bryan Pannill, Bill Jordan, Todd Hoskins, and Mollie Dowling.

My mentor, Sue Duncan, who first made me into a teacher.

My teacher, Matthew Fox, who has been a consistent friend and co‐conspirator since our days in Oakland with YELLAWE.

The Wisdom Projects staff and board, whose support and friendship over the years has provided the fertile soil for the growth of everything in this book.

My agent, Tim Brandhorst, who has not only helped bring the book to publication but has also been a valued adviser from the very inception of this project.

The Jossey‐Bass editorial staff.

Cleis Abeni (tree turtle), co‐director of Wisdom Projects, Inc., who has been not only a colleague, but also a friend, providing me with invaluable wisdom and consistent support.

Arianne Richards, my wife, best friend, co‐teacher and ‐parent, who has believed in me and my work from the very beginning, before Wisdom Projects and before I'd ever published anything.