When I was in high school in the ’90s, college was considered the only path to success. My parents, who both attended community college—Dad a postal worker and Mom a secretary turned preschool aide—believed a four-year degree would guarantee my brother and me better lives. They worked tirelessly, even running a lawn business on the … Read more
Being thankful is more important than many people think. Studies show that thankfulness (or gratitude) is the primary variable in increasing life satisfaction. It is far more important than wealth (at least over around 40k income) or any other variable. It’s nice to pause and take time to be thankful for the important things. This … Read more
An attitude of gratitude. This is not only a great rhyme but a great way to live. You should always be grateful for the things you have. Thankful for everything – big and small – that fill your life and make it special. With the hustle and bustle of modern-day life, too many people get … Read more
Turning your dreams into reality takes a special kind of determination. Setbacks can block the path that leads to your dreams and it’s easy to get discouraged. But don’t give up just yet. One of life’s great joys is to pursue your passions. By doing so, you are applying yourself to things that you truly … Read more
Being a teacher is a fulfilling and rewarding profession. One thing I learned from my time in the classroom is that you can never plan too much as a teacher. Setting realistic goals for yourself and your students is the best way to get everyone on the same page and have a basis to measure … Read more
Winter is quickly approaching, and your options for getting outdoors might be limited because of the dark, dreary weather. Having a hobby will benefit you as it will allow you to have an outlet for your stress and bring a little more joy into your life this winter. Spending time doing something that you enjoy … Read more
Patience is a virtue. It is the ability to wait for an outcome without becoming annoyed, upset, or angry. Patience is one of the key personal characteristic that can put you in direct control of yourself. This is beneficial because there is no more powerful aid to success than self-possession. When you’re patient, you offer … Read more
Feeling overwhelmed lately? Are your thoughts on a loop? Is your brain telling you that you have dozens of tasks that need your attention? Perhaps a tiny voice in your head is yelling that you’ve forgotten to do a bunch of important stuff? If any of these feelings seem true to you you need to … Read more
Have you ever fallen asleep in class? There’s no need to be ashamed about dozing off in class. It is actually a natural phenomenon. Studies have shown that people can only stay completely focused on something for a maximum of 10 minutes. Unfortunately, most classes last longer (often waaaay longer) than 10 minutes. In addition, … Read more
Setting goals, whether you’re currently in a leadership position or not, is important. If you lead a team, they are imperative. I think you’ll agree with me when I say that setting leadership goals is a great way to set yourself up for success. Leadership skills and goals can serve you well in advancing your … Read more