Category: Well-Being
-
The Power of Community: My Unexpected Journey from Cruise Ship to Bestseller
In the spring of 2022, I was at a crossroads. I had just semi-retired from my role as a school principal and was looking for a way to celebrate. My good friend here in my community of Lake Havasu City, AZ said she had a friend in northern California who was looking for a cabin… Read more
-
A Teacher’s Journey: Finding Joy Again
Have you ever felt like your passion for teaching was fading? Have you ever wondered if there was a school out there where you could truly thrive? Well, let me introduce you to a teacher who found just that! This teacher’s journey resonates deeply with educators and administrators alike, especially those who, like the school’s… Read more
-
A Hair-Raising Picture Day
Today is Picture Day at Telesis Preparatory Academy, the school I founded 33 years ago and started from scratch in 1991. Then the words Picture Day had special meaning and today brings back all kinds of memories. Like this one that follows. It was Picture Day, and my kindergartners were so excited and came to… Read more
-
The Canary’s Song: A Tale of Truth and Falsehood
Have you ever heard something so often that you began to believe it without question? It’s a common human tendency to accept information at face value, especially when it’s repeated frequently. However, as the old saying goes, “Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil.” It’s crucial to approach information with a critical eye… Read more
-
Are you a thermometer or a thermostat?
Stop being a mere observer of your life. Discover how to set ambitious goals and achieve them through determination and action. Read more
-
Be More Dandelion
Those little yellow flowers keep teaching me about the power of persistence. No matter how many times I try to remove them from my garden and my driveway , the dandelions just keep popping back up through the cracks and crevices with their bright blooms. At first, their refusal to be uprooted annoyed me. But… Read more
-
Gratitude, A Powerful Magnet for Positivity
“Start each day with hope and gratitude as your guiding compass. Manifest energy and embrace positivity, letting your aspirations unfold. With diligence and intention, shape each day to fulfill your dreams. Let this content inspire you to infuse hope and gratitude into every moment Read more
-
Be a Fountain, Not a Drain: Parenting Wisdom for a Positive 2024
Be a Fountain, Not a Drain! Reflect on your influence as a role model. As you usher in the New Year, consider the impact you have on your children. Opt to be a source of positivity and solutions. Your actions resonate louder than words. Make 2024 the best year, with you as their #1 role… Read more