Betty Peck
and her magic mirror
A FILM BY ANNE VEH & RAJESH KRISHNAN // MUSIC BY TODD BOSTON
SYNOPSIS
Imagine a magic mirror that you look into to discover how truly wonderful you are. That is the kind of mirror that Betty Peck, a kindergarten teacher with more than 50 years experience, had in all of her classrooms. Whenever one of her students felt worried or unsure, Betty would gently guide the student to look into the magic mirror and say, "How could you forget how wonderful you are?!" In this short film, this wise woman, now well into her 90's, encourages us to have just such a magic mirror in every kindergarten, every household and every garden.
In that way we can all say, "Thank you for all the magic moments that make it possible for me to stand here and feel how truly wonderful I AM."
Learn more about Betty Peck and the magical way of living that she inspires.
Read more about Betty and her daughter Anna and how they have helped children to celebrate life.
// Music Credit: Todd Boston
BACKSTORY
Filmmaker Anne Veh is a kindergarten student of Betty's 1967 class. On one of Anne's regular visits with her teacher, Betty entrusted her with the task of helping share the Magic Mirror with the world. This short film was made in the spirit of supporting Betty's vision that every home, classroom and garden have a Magic Mirror of its own.
A Kindergarten Student Keeps Her Promise // DailyGood article of how the film came into being
CREATE YOUR OWN MAGIC MIRROR!
Thank you for all the magic moments that make it possible for me to stand here and feel how truly wonderful I AM
Where can you place a magic mirror to help yourself & others to see the wonder in each of you?
There are many possibilities to create your own unique Magic Mirror and we invite you to play. Repurpose an heirloom, antique, or new full length mirror or whatever form inspires you. Enjoy adorning your Magic Mirror with Betty’s inspiring words—in stencil, hand painting, calligraphy and more…
Send us a picture of your creation!
Please send us a picture of your creation and it’s new home — in the garden, in your home, or in a classroom (indoors and out). With your permission, we will post your picture and your story on our website. Email Us →
Betty would love to hear your stories!
Please write a note of gratitude and share your Magic Mirror experiences with Betty through the form at the end of this page.
RESOURCES
Betty Peck: Living a Life of Gratitude
Bringing the Gift of Yourself // Global Awakin Call With Betty Peck & Anna Rainville
Anna Rainville: Mentoring the Creative Spirit
A Kindergarten Student Keeps Her Promise // DailyGood article of how the film came into being
Cooking with Grandmothers // Betty Peck’s Kindergarten Bread
KarmaTube // Share your thoughts, make a pledge
SHARE YOUR REFLECTIONS
What inspired you about the film? What surprised you? What is your pledge? How are you inspired to pay this forward? Please fill out the form below.