We must encourage our students to persist in the face of difficulties. We can respond to someone’s mistake by saying, “Oh, that’s my favourite mistake.” Thomas Edison failed over and over again in trying to invent the light bulb. Edison said, “I didn’t fail 1000 times. The light bulb was an invention with a 1000 Read more about 5 Reflective Questions to Encourage a Growth Mindset[…]
“When someone does a good job, tell them. When someone makes a mistake, forgive them. When someone tells you their problems, listen. Being kind barely costs a thing. You’ll hardly remember you did it, but the other person may never forget it.” J. Clear
Terry Small posted the following on Twitter: 10. You’re willing to play any role that helps the team. 9. You would rather score less and win then score a lot and lose. 8. When your team scores, the first people you congratulate are your teammates. 7. You love practice as much as you love games. Read more about Top 10 Signs You’re a Great Teammate[…]
ChetnaMindfulness posted the following about the importance of pressing pause each day: “Today I’ll press pause … Today I’ll eat breakfast outside … I’ll pick up the book I keep meaning to read … Today I’ll set down my worries for a while … I’ll double the amount of eye contact I share with family Read more about Today I’ll Press Pause[…]
Gavin McCormack sent me an article about the true definition of school. He says that “The world’s curriculums are too crowded, the expectations too high and the profession has been brought to its knees by the understanding of education from those in charge.” I totally agree with that. Educators need to inspire, to ignite the Read more about The True Definition of School[…]
Today I read a brief post by Leadership First and he said, “How you treat people says a lot about you, and your leadership be judged by how you inspire, influence, and motivate your people.” He told a story of how a leader was angrily reprimanding a staff member in front of customers and employees. Read more about How You Treat People Says a Lot About You[…]
I have often posted quotes and articles about the importance of teamwork and successful leadership. Some of my true heroes when it comes to leadership and success are Simon Sinek, John Maxwell, Thomas Gifford and Terry Small. Thomas Gifford states, “A true leader is one who is humble enough to admit mistakes.” Not only admitting Read more about Teamwork is Crucial For a Successful Business[…]
Years ago, I gave my Father a small placard that read “Laughter is cheap medicine.” During mu Dad’s early onset with Alzheimer’s, he laughed at almost anything. And, his laughter was contagious. Today Terry Small posted a lovely quote about how laughter literally heals our brains. I have always believed that to be true. When Read more about Laughter Heals Us[…]
Terry Small posted an inspiring article on the importance of empathy. He stated that an empathetic act of kindness helps not only the person receiving the empathy but also helps the empathetic people. He said that studies have found that the person who shows empathy will heal any disease physically. I have found this to Read more about The Power of Empathy[…]
Today I had the pleasure of meeting my granddaughter at a mall and buying her birthday presents. The most important thing for me is to meet with my grandchildren and keep bonding with them. This tradition of going shopping with each of our grandchildren has been a beautiful experience for me and them. Today I Read more about The Value of Family[…]