Mindfulness Blog

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Compare Yourself to Yourself

Gifford Thomas states very wisely that we are foolish when we compare ourselves to others. When we measure ourselves against the standards of others’ works, or accomplishments, it is an excercise in futility and meaningless, demeaning and personally tragic because it places our true potential at the mercy of others, giving them the right to Read more about Compare Yourself to Yourself[…]

Resourceful Leaders

As most of you know, I am a strong proponent for asking questions. Questions empower others to learn and grow. Mike Keading, on LinkedIn, posted the following about resourcefulness. Resourceful leaders ask questions like the following: Is there another way to get the desired results? Are the desired results the best results? Who else has Read more about Resourceful Leaders[…]

Success Without Integrity Is Failure!

Oleg Vishnepolsky posted the following on LinkedIn about success and integrity. 1. Treat everyone fairly and with respect, whether they can do something to help you or not. 2. Whether anyone is looking or not, or whether you are under a tremendous pressure still do what is right – you choose your actions based on Read more about Success Without Integrity Is Failure![…]

Why Schools Should Prioritize Relationships

Dr. Robin Kay posted this article on LinkedIn about the importance of relationships. He stated that “Strong relationships can prime a person to learn. And for those who have adverse childhood experiences, strong relationships can mitigate the negative effects of trauma.” According to Katrina Schwartz, the brain changes in response to relationships and experiences, continuing Read more about Why Schools Should Prioritize Relationships[…]

Start With A Simple Question

According to Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Coaching Habit, says being curious involves asking questions – and they don’t have to be complicated ones. Start with, “And what else?” Yes, its hardly the probing, introspective coaching question you expect. But it works really well. It is based on the understanding that the first answer Read more about Start With A Simple Question[…]