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Why Failing is Good for You

My mother taught elementary school for 35 years and I would often run into former students of hers. The first time we met, one in particular told me how my mom had failed him in Grade 5 and he had to repeat the year. For an 10 year old boy, being apart from his friendsContinue reading “Why Failing is Good for You”

Covid Fatigue? Reconnect with Nature

To say we’ve faced some challenges over the last year would be an understatement. There isn’t a person on this planet who hasn’t been impacted in some way. We’ve seen our freedoms and movements curtailed, our social networks shrink to tiny bubbles, and contact with family and friends limited to disjointed zoom calls (Joan, weContinue reading “Covid Fatigue? Reconnect with Nature”

Perception Vs. Reality

How to Challenge Your Perception to Create a Better Experience Take a look at the photo on the left. What do you see? You’ve probably heard the expression “perception is reality”. Every moment of every day we receive and interpret information about the world around us. As we grow and encounter new experiences, we formContinue reading “Perception Vs. Reality”

Beware the Ides of March

Beware the Ides of March . . . (Or How to Deal with Jealousy on the Way to Success) You may be familiar with the story of Julius Caesar, the Roman consul and general made famous by Shakespeare. Benevolent and well-loved, he’s murdered by his jealous friends and compatriots who fear his power and theContinue reading “Beware the Ides of March”

Learning to Love Yourself

The greatest relationship you’ll have in your life is the one with the person in the mirror. Understanding that you are worthy of love is the first step to loving yourself. For those raised with kindness, encouragement, and support in a stable family environment, knowing you are deserving is second-nature. For others who may haveContinue reading “Learning to Love Yourself”