Terry Small posted a picture of a prescription for changing our perspective. It’s exactly what we need during this pandemic. Changing our perspective can affect our attitude, thoughts, compassion, gratitude and much more. As I’ve written before, when harsh realities arrive at the doorstep, and they will, look at them as learning opportunities. It’s been Read more about Change Your Perspective[…]

I love this list of ways to start saving the earth sent to me by Gavin McCormack. 1. No paper at all is to be thrown away. Every piece must be reused! 2. All lights must be turned off when possible. 3. No plastic wrapped things must be brought to school, no matter what. 4. Read more about 20 Ways Our Children Can Start Saving the Earth Today[…]

Gavin McCormack sent me an email about the importance of modeling self-care to our children. I agree with the following points he makes. Let your children see you rest, read a book, stroke a cat, take an afternoon nap, sip tea, write a journal, listen to music or daydream the afternoon away. I think this Read more about The Importance of Modeling Self-care to our Children[…]

I read a quote today by Sharon Domine that inspires me and is actually part of my daily mantra. “Be the type of person that no matter where you go or where you are, you always add value to the lives of those around you.” Every morning and evening, I say a mantra of gratitude Read more about Add Value to Others[…]

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[…]

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.

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[…]