When I was growing up I was lead to believe that I was bad. This negative view of myself then led to more rule breaking and even more criticism. I truly tried to behave, but no matter how hard I tried I would eventually behave inappropriately and get in trouble. One day my grandfather’s response…
DetailsWhy do we continue to view individuals with learning challenges as damaged, broken, or less than? Why are we blind to the wealth of knowledge and unique abilities they possess, not in spite of, but because of the unique wiring of their mind? Almost every week I meet someone who is still shackled with…
DetailsRandy Pausch, in his last lecture, said, “…Brick walls are there for a reason: they are there to prove how badly we want something…” “…A wall is not necessarily created to stop you, but rather to stop the people who don’t want something as much as you do.” Growing up with multiple learning disabilities, I…
DetailsToday I would like to share a lovely poem, Children Learn What They Live, which was written by Dr. Dorothy Law Nolte. I was touched by its clarity and simplicity. I hope you enjoy it as well. Children Learn What They Live By Dorothy Law Nolte, Ph.D. If children live with criticism, they learn…
DetailsIt is not the cards we are dealt that decide our happiness, it is how we respond to what life brings. At every turn of the road we have an opportunity to view ourselves as a victim, or choose to be the hero in our own life. This is not something imaginary. As the Molecules…
DetailsIf, when you woke up tomorrow, you were completely free of all financial and emotional debts, what would you do? What would you want to do? Pay attention to your heart’s response and your head’s response. Are they the same or are they different? If they are different, then ask yourself, which response really comes from…
DetailsThis wonderful video is a superb reminder of what many of our leading scientists and spiritual leaders have been telling us for decades and even centuries–our thoughts and emotions affect our biology! When we are living a life that makes us happy, we feel better and quite often our health is greatly improved. On the…
DetailsWe all have moments where we feel genuinely happy, and empowered, but how do you respond when the Universe throws you a curve ball? Do you get angry? Frustrated? Blame someone? Become a victim? Make excuses? Or do you have the capacity to stay centered with your heart open, and consciously embrace the “learning opportunity”…
DetailsWe all want our children to have a happy, healthy, and successful life; however, I think it is obvious that more testing and more pressure is not the answer. What could be a solution in this fast paced ever-changing world we now live in? In our complex world, it is easy to get caught up…
DetailsAccording to the American Psychological Association, chronic stress is linked to the six leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents, cirrhosis of the liver, and suicide. And more than 75 percent of all physician office visits are for stress-related ailments and complaints. Chronic stress can also reduce your clarity, productivity, and ability…
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