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Mentorship in Schools
For development of success in the new technology age, some of our workshops include things such as: theory, practice and role playing, and developing strategies for successful leadership for personal and public success.
Group Workshops
For exploring the role of mindfulness in schools and to learn how to introduce mindfulness skills to children and young people, we offer: mindfulness for educators, development teaching, creating visions, peacekeepers and student leadership.
Website Resources
Learn to be mindful and teach mindfully by creating an umbrella of opportunities for a safe and caring (mindful) school with resources and professional development. We offer many TEACHABLES to help mindfulness become important.
We Provide ...
Through the years of teaching, consulting and leadership, I have discovered many BEST PRACTICES for successful learning. Best practices such as solution focused thinking, mindfulness, developmental teaching, student leadership and role playing. As well as training and coaching opportunities which include: personal (one-on-one) mentorship, small group mentorship and large group training. LEADERSHIP TRAINING is for people who want to empower others in their personal lives, business and education. While MINDFULNESS involves acceptance ... meaning that we pay attention to our thoughts and feelings without judging them. Without believing, for instance, that there is a “right” or “wrong” way to think or feel in any given moment.
... for oneself, educators, parents, students and YES, even business owners.
... for people who want to empower others in their personal lives, business and education.
... WDWP (What - Do - Work - Plan).
... for people who want to be stronger and more confident in controlling one's life.
Meet Our Team ...!
RUTH HARGRAVE
ALAN HARGRAVE
CRYSTAL KORDALCHUK
Latest and Greatest Blog Posts ...
Reflection Is Rewarding
I make it my practice daily to “Reflect” about my day, my blessings, my experiences and my wealth, not only financially but especially my body, heart and soul. J.C.Maxwell says, “Reflection turns experience into insight.” Each experience we have, be it positive or negative, can be turned into a lesson. I try to have a Read more about Reflection Is Rewarding[…]
Is Fear Negative or Positive?
The Oxford dictionary states that “Fear” is panic or distress caused by exposure to danger, expectation of pain, etc. So, our mind is hardwired to protect us from danger. When we fear, our reptilian brain takes over and does all in its power to protect us from the danger it perceives may happen to us. Read more about Is Fear Negative or Positive?[…]
Is It Okay To Be Sensitive?
The word of the day on A Minute With Maxwell is “Sensitive.” He says that there are two kinds of “Sensitivity.” There is a negative type of “Sensitivity” which is about thinking and worrying about what others think and say about you. However, there’s a positive kind of “Sensitivity” that is about you caring for Read more about Is It Okay To Be Sensitive?[…]
Is Vulnerability Okay?
The dictionary definition of “Vulnerability” is the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. I grew up believing one should avoid vulnerability at all costs for fear of our life. Upon chatting with John Dumholt this morning, he said that we as a human Read more about Is Vulnerability Okay?[…]
It’s Your Choice
Today, the word that seems to pop up everywhere I look, is “Choice.” Over the years, I have enjoyed teaching Choice Theory, created by William Glasser. I have purchased numerous books on Choice Theory and Reality Therapy, as well as many books by Glasser’s network of followers. Glasser writes that we do have choices and Read more about It’s Your Choice[…]
What is Peace?
According to the dictionary, “Peace” means quiet, tranquility. It has been my goal to help make this world a little more peaceful daily. Maxwell, J.C. Says that “Peace” is the sense that we have inwardly that we have done our best outwardly. It is the feeling of tranquility that I have given my best on Read more about What is Peace?[…]
True Leadership
On LinkedIn, Simon Sinek shared an article about true leadership displayed by Nick Foles during a loss because of a mistake his WR Alston Jeffery made. Sinek wrote, “There’s a difference between losing and failing. Losing reflects the score. Failing reflects our attitude. With a single action, Eagles Quarterback, Nick Foles just showed us what Read more about True Leadership[…]
Check Your Beliefs And Habits
John Asaraf says, “Whatever you believe is truth for us but it is not THE TRUTH.” You learn what to believe from others in your life. If a belief is a neuropattern right in the brain, it will be positive. We may have powerful beliefs that help us, but others that may not empower us. Read more about Check Your Beliefs And Habits[…]
Ask Others “WHY”
We humans are all social beings. And, in order to connect and relate to each other, we need to ask each other questions about each other. When you ask a person, WHY? It means we are interested in getting to know them better, to learn about them, what makes them happy, why they are doing Read more about Ask Others “WHY”[…]
Know Your WHY
Simon Sinek is an amazing inspirational leader on LinkedIn. In an article he wrote on knowing our WHY, he stated the following: “Most of us live our lives by accident. Fulfillment comes when we live our lives on purpose; know your WHY provides a filter through which you can make decisions every day, to act Read more about Know Your WHY[…]