Social Emotional Learning
Is all stress bad?
What is your Covid Bonus?
Covid Bonus I bet if I asked you what challenges Covid has created in your life, you could list a dozen or so right away. We are wired to recognize and focus on the negative. Focusing on the negative was originally a survival tool, because it was important to anticipate the dangers in the world…
Read MoreThe comparison trap and kids
Kids and the comparison trap Is there a student in your life that is a people pleaser? Are they always looking for approval and recognition? Do they worry too much about fitting in? Do they complain that they have no friends? Do they have trouble taking initiative, even in situations where they have experience and…
Read More7 Steps to Creative Thinking in Kids
Kids and Creative Thinking In a world dominated by technology, creative thinking is at a premium. While we can find the answer to most any question just by googling it, one thing that computers can’t do is create new ideas, problem solve or design projects that are outside of the box. It takes the creative…
Read MoreKids and risk-taking
Kids and Risk Taking Babies and toddlers naturally take risks. Watch any toddler navigate through a room and every step is an invitation to connect with the ground. They wobble. They stumble. They totter, while the adults excitedly cheer them on. We instinctively know that they have to make mistakes and learn how to get…
Read MoreThe power of ‘not yet’ in changing behavior
“Not Yet” and Changing Behavior As I visit schools and provide training in DISC personality style to staff and parents, I’m often asked, “Can you change your basic personality style or is it just hard-wired in?” The exciting news in all areas of human development is that we can change and grow in many ways.…
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