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[…]

The Art of Meaningful & Mindful Conversation

I am constantly trying to perfect the meaning of “Coaching.” One of my NeuroGym Facebook friends wrote the following definition on Sunday, July 22, 2018 and I want to share it with you. Please let me know what you think of this or if you have another definition, please share. “Successful coaching is nothing but Read more about The Art of Meaningful & Mindful Conversation[…]

Growth Mindset – Carol Dweck

Carol Dweck’s research on ‘Growth Mindset vs Fixed Minset’ is compelling and absolutely a must for us to learn! This research empowers learners, employees, educators, parents and anyone who is interested in success! Check the following video interview from YouTube where Dweck explains the difference between the two mindsets. https://youtu.be/wh0OS4MrN3E

Creating Classroom Principles

We all know that students of all ages have principles, ways they want to be remembered. I’ve worked with students of all types and ages as a Guidance Counsellor. Every student wanted to do well as a student and friend and classmate. We also know that adults generally are very quick to tell students what Read more about Creating Classroom Principles[…]

Roadblocks to Celebrating Differences

Although there are many, three of the largest roadblocks to synergy are ignorance, cliques, and prejudice. Here they are … Ignorance – means you’re clueless. You don’t know what other people believe, how they feel, or what they’ve been through. A lot of people don’t understand disabilities, visible or invisible challenges. These people don’t seek Read more about Roadblocks to Celebrating Differences[…]

Difference Between Fitting In and Belonging

Here are some definitions by eighth graders when asked the difference of fitting in and belonging, from Brené Brown’s book, Daring Greatly. Belonging is being somewhere where you want to be, and they want you. Fitting in is being somewhere where you want to be, but they don’t care one way or the other. Belonging Read more about Difference Between Fitting In and Belonging[…]