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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 ...
The Smile Score
Live healthier. Feel happier. S – Sleep Enough – Did I rest today? M – Move my Body – Did I exercise today? I – Inhale, Exhale – Did I meditate today? L – Love & Connect – Did I connect with someone today? E – Eat to Nourish – Did I choose healthy food Read more about The Smile Score[…]
Five Things To Do Today
1. Attack the day with positive, contagious enthusiasm. 2. Stay positive. 3. Be thankful. 4. Learn, improve and grow. 5. Bring out the best in others. By Jon Gordon, posted by Regan Savage, LinkedIn
What Three ThingsMake you a better leader?
Can we disagree and still be kind? And, as leaders wouldn’t it be more effective? Kindness may sound like a weakness in our survival of the fittest world. Many studies have focussed on the relationship between kindness and happiness. 21 studies proved that being kind to others makes us happier and more successful as leaders. Read more about What Three ThingsMake you a better leader?[…]
Trying New Things
When is the last time you have tried new things? J.C. Maxwell says it is very important to try new things daily. Go for virgin territories! How often do you try new difficulties and go out on a limb? If you go out on a limb daily, you may fail but you also may succeed! Read more about Trying New Things[…]
Thinking Differently
Successful people think differently than others. “Wise thinking leads to right living.” Ecclesiastes 10:2. Attitude is the paintbrush of the mind; we determine the picture. A fulfilled life does the following: 1. Celebrates the Universe/God, or a spiritual being 2. Meditates & Practices Mindfulness . 3. Gives God/Spiritual credit 4. Experiences Spirituality Fill your mind Read more about Thinking Differently[…]
What Is Discovery?
J. C. Maxwell says “Discovery” is learning, finding out what you do not know. We must make each day a day for Discovery, learning and finding out what we do not know yet about the beautiful people and the world we live in! I make it my business to learn, discover, and grow smarter each Read more about What Is Discovery?[…]
Making Grace A Way of Life
‘All that we have & all that we don’t have is a Grace.’ (MacKenzie) We let gratitude and grace become our way of being and living in the world. In the past, feelings of grace may have been rare and fleeting moments. To make grace permanent we must make gratitude a habit, so it becomes Read more about Making Grace A Way of Life[…]
Are You A Ladder Builder or A Ladder Climber?
Many educators and manag are Ladder Climbers! A few years ago, I chose to be a ladder builder. It is very lonely at the top if you’re a Ladder climber! Success creates a gap between yourself and others. My family and friends know me well. I am not a self made person. I will add Read more about Are You A Ladder Builder or A Ladder Climber?[…]
Confidence & Courage
Confidence is the uplifting of feelings you have before you truly understand the situation. Great Leaders are confident in their people. A confident leader has confidence in their people. We think of charisma as a personality. Yes, you can. Not fearing to be wrong. You don’t know what you can do until you try. Confidence Read more about Confidence & Courage[…]
Make Today a Day of Discovery
What is “Discovery?” According to J.C. Maxwell, it is learning, finding out what you don’t know. I try to learn something new every day! Today, in my meditation with Deepak and Oprah, the challenge was to be aware of the Ah-hah moments each day. Oprah shared about her wonder at the ascent of an airplane, Read more about Make Today a Day of Discovery[…]