Author: Dr. Karen Arnstein

Dr. Karen Arnstein

Dr. Arnstein is a core faculty member at Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education. She received her doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction for the Gifted from the University of Denver. Her research examined the developmental transitions of twice-exceptional students. Karen is a speaker and author dedicated to supporting twice-exceptional learners. She is the co-founder and Director of Technology at Sierra Gifted Educational Services, a non-profit dedicated to helping gifted and twice-exceptional families. Her involvement with SENG began when her son was five, and she is now discovering new challenges in parenting a gifted teenager. She currently serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors and is Co-Chair of the Research Committee for SENG.

Adult Giftedness

Pine Trees Never Doubt the Authenticity of Their Piney-ness

A professor reflects on a year of feeling disconnected despite career successes, finding renewed purpose through the gifted education community. After an epiphany she prioritizes meaningful work over obligations, embraces authenticity, and values community support as essential for gifted learners and professionals alike.

Dr. Karen Arnstein October 13, 2022