Remember Tom Hank’s character in the movie Big, who wished that he was bigger? When we are young, we naturally want to grow bigger and stronger. We see the world as an exciting place that we want to explore. We…
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What to do after being slimed
Have you been slimed lately? Recently, watching the news often leaves me feeling that way. Whether it has to do with politics, terrorist attacks in other countries, or shootings in ours, it seems like there has been nothing but bad…
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Insight Out by Tina Seelig (Book Review)
The book “Insight Out” by Tina Seelig describes a framework for getting ideas out of your head and into the world called the Invention Cycle. https://medium.com/@tseelig/inventure-cycle-e89579b328da#.u09ptpfm6 Imagination: Engage & Envision to identify passions Be curious: explore and engage in experiences that may lead…
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How to Increase Flow
You’re running at a good pace, listening to music with a good beat, taking deep breaths, feeling the strength and energy in your body, and it feels good. Sure, it hasn’t been easy getting to this point, but you’re here…
Make Today Count!
“Time = Life. Therefore, waste your time and waste your life. Or master your time and master your life.” -Alan Laekin Time is life, and if we aren’t spending it well, we aren’t living the way we want to. You…
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A Keep It Super Simple Book Discussion
If you love discussing movies and films based on books, consider joining Screen and Page for fantastic fiction with movie adaptations, and GreatReads for faboulous non-fiction books and TED talks. Learn more at Screen and Page. Keep It Super Simple…
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Fun Online Phonics Games to Practice Reading Skills
This post has been moved to Fun Online Phonics Games at http://www.phonicspow.com. Please join us there! Learn how to unlock the power of teaching reading with phonics with many resources there.
Cultivating Relationships
The social aspect of our lives is undeniably important for our well-being and happiness. People who have strong connections with others report higher levels of happiness. Relationships can also be challenging at times, and can be a source of unhappiness…
Smart Skills Trading Cards: Relationships
GREAT Skills are a) in demand in the workplace b) rarely taught, and c) very helpful in all areas of life! The GREAT Skills Trading Cards provide key information from experts for learning these skills. The links below lead to…
Tip the Scales to Master Motivation: Visual Strategies to Overcome Procrastination
Anyone who has attempted to follow through on a resolution knows just how hard it is to stay focused and maintain motivation. Whether we want to create a habit or work toward another type of goal, we need all the help…
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