Sara Westbrook sent me a great article about how to help young people thrive through challenges. Westbrook writes about 3 mindsets that will help young people build resilience and confidence even through challenging times. 1. Look for opportunities. Reminding our students/children to look for opportunities for growth when challenges occur they are better able to Read more about 3 Mindsets to Help Young People Thrive Through Challenges[…]
Jyoti Gupta posted the following suggestions about slowing down to truly experience living to the fullest. “Just slow down. Slow down your speech. Slow down your breathing. Slow down your walking. Slow down your eating. And let this slower, steadier peace perfume your mind. Just slow down…” This is an especially important message to all Read more about Just Slow Down[…]
Lolly Daskal posted an inspiring article about the process of taking control of who you want to become. Daskal says that growth may be inescapable, but it’s something you can direct. She states 4 ways we can take better control of our growth: 1. Stop labeling yourself. Who you were may be a part of Read more about How to Take More Control of your Growth[…]
Terry Small posted the following top 10 benefits of reading and I totally agree. 1. Mental stimulation. 2. Stress reduction. 3. Knowledge. 4. Vocabulary expansion. 5. Memory improvement. 6. Stronger analytical thinking skills. 7. Improved focus and concentration. 8. Better writing skills. 9. Tranquility. 10. Free entertainment.
I am inspired by Kelly Merbler’s post on the power of one. She states,”As a speaker it is always exciting to speak to a large crowd. The one thing I always focus on with every keynote I give, however, is to not get caught up in how many people are in the room.” Merbler states, Read more about The Power of One[…]
Neuroscientist Amishi Jha explains how the pandemic is hijacking our brain’s attention. In an article in November, 2020, Jha states that Volatility, Uncertainty,Complexity and Ambiguity describe the type of high-demand scenarios that can rapidly degrade one of our most powerful and influential brain systems: our attention. Jha’s research states the following challenges: 1. Your attention Read more about 10 Ways Your Brain Reacts to Uncertain Time[…]
The LinkedIn family posted the following important things to remember during our pandemic and any tough times we endure, which I personally try to remember: 1. Everything can – and will – change. 2. You’ve overcome challenges before. 3. It’s a learning experience. 4. Not getting what you want can be a blessing. 5. Allow Read more about 8 Things to Remember When Going Through Tough Times[…]
Boss Leader – Drives employees. – Coaches them – Depends on authority. – On goodwill. – Inspires fear. – Generates enthusiasm. – Says “I”. – Says, “We”. – Places Blame for breakdowns. – Fixes breakdowns. – Knows how it’s done. – Shows how it’s done. – Uses people. – Develops people. – Takes credit. – Read more about Difference Between Boss Vs Leader[…]
Every day should be a day of gratitude. Since today is the American Thanksgiving, Ive read a lot of gratitude comments on social media. However, I challenge you to be grateful every day of the year. I make it my practice to do a gratitude mantra twice a day every day. I learned about this Read more about Daily Gratitude[…]
Gavin McCormack posted an article about how important for educators to be a part of each student’s village. He says that each child’s success in his learning environment has to do with the strength of their village. As educators, we can only support and control the educational environment. So, it is all the more important Read more about It Takes a Village to Raise a Child[…]