Dr. Barbara Fredrickson eloquently defines awe as an encounter where one is "overwhelmed by greatness." In the picturesque landscapes of Normandy, France, I discovered firsthand the transformative power of awe.
In 2007, I embarked on a poignant...
I've been actively practicing deep listening for the past several years to better understand another's perspective. I say "deep listening" because when the topic is related to a core value or a previous "hurt," my initial response is to feel an...
I’ve worn glasses since the third grade. I have sat in an optometrist’s chair 37 times and been asked, “Which lens provides the best view: 1 or 2? 2 or 3?” I am amazed at how much clearer things can become, even after...
Last week, a district administrator shared a question a teacher asked: "So, how do I integrate SEL? Should I just hug the kids when they are upset? Should I high five them as they walk into the room?"
Over the last fourteen years working as a...
