Why Visible Learning for Literacy?

Since my goal is to reach out and connect, mentor and lead others to be Mindful Leaders, I’m already a great fan of the book, Visible Learning for Literacy. The authors, Fisher, Frey and Hattie think visible learning for literacy is important for the following reasons: 1. Literacy is among the major antidotes for poverty. Read more about Why Visible Learning for Literacy?[…]

Fulfilling My Dreams Fulfills My Spirit

Today, during my 14th day of meditation, Oprah and Deepak wrote the following, “As our consciousness wakes up to its true nature, our mind and emotions begin to reveal their latest spiritual qualities as well: love, compassion, inspiration, wisdom and peace.” Their mantra today was, “I radiate spiritual and material abundance.” My ah-ha was that Read more about Fulfilling My Dreams Fulfills My Spirit[…]

We Are All Deserving of Happiness And Wealth

In today’s meditation with Oprah and Deepak, I was reminded of how most of us were trained when we were growing up. I grew up on a farm and I was frequently told I should work harder, be more helpful, be kind to others even if they are unkind to me, and if I lived Read more about We Are All Deserving of Happiness And Wealth[…]

What is Perfectionism And Where Does It Come From?

As an educator, mom and guidance Counsellor, I’ve always strived to help others realize that mistakes are for learning. I have taught this for years when I was teaching Restitution to hundreds of adults and students. However, perfectionism and fear of failure are very well and alive in our society. I am loving reading Brene’ Read more about What is Perfectionism And Where Does It Come From?[…]

The Matrix Of Awareness – Focus

Today I realized that I have always known how to focus when I was doing anything that involved creative thinking, reading, dreaming of what could be and living my life on purpose. Even as a young child, I was able to dream of there being more peace in this world. Thus, I became an educator, Read more about The Matrix Of Awareness – Focus[…]

You Make a Difference

You are making a difference all the time. My Facebook Positive Affirmations Network friend, Andreas reminded us of that fact today in his post. I love how he reminded us that even a warm “Hello” goes a long way to make a difference to that person. I met a gentleman on my street last week Read more about You Make a Difference[…]

Believe, Let Go, Release

Today in my 21 Day Meditation challenge with Oprah and Deepak, I had the epiphany that I must believe, let go and release my inner desires and let the universe take charge. I have created my Dream Board with pictures and words and I repeat the dreams many times a day when they occur to Read more about Believe, Let Go, Release[…]

Humor is Extremely Important for Good Health

What is humor? According to the Miriam-Webster dictionary, humor is the faculty of discovering, expression, or appreciating the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous; the ability to be funny or amused by things that are funny. I have often read about how important it is for us to have laughter in our life. While I was a Read more about Humor is Extremely Important for Good Health[…]