January is beginning and I want to share something that has motivated me over the years. It’s Jon Gordon’s 20 Tips for a Positive New Year. I first came across this list some years ago. It made such an impression on me that I printed it out and hung it by my desk. Every January … More Tips for a Positive New Year
In 1998, a group called the World Kindness Movement started what we now know as World Kindness Day. Every year on November 13, people all over the world take time to focus on being kind. Kindness is one of those things that doesn’t cost a thing but can change everything. When we do something kind, … More World Kindness Day – November 13
I came across a photo I saved to my camera roll five years ago. It was a picture of a whiteboard titled 7 Rules of Life. I’m not sure who originally wrote it, but the message hit me back then, and honestly, it still does. With everything that comes at us during this time of … More 7 Rules of Life
How many times throughout the day do you find yourself saying, “I have to”? If you’re like me, it happens more than you realize. It’s a habit, right? But stop and think about those two little words: “have to”. They make it sound like we’re being forced to do something, like it’s a chore or … More “Have to” vs. “Get to”
I must confess, I absolutely love Christmas. I’m sure many of you share this sentiment. Christmas is a time of year that holds a special place in our hearts, a time when we come together with family, friends, and, of course, our students to celebrate the magic of the season. It’s a time filled with … More Tis the Season
Last week, I shared a Ted Talk by Shawn Achor about how happiness is a choice. This got me thinking about our work here at ICES. As we continue to build a positive environment for our students, it’s important to remember that happiness starts with us. Shawn, a psychologist and best-selling author, has studied the … More Happiness Exercises
This past week, I revisited a video I came across a few years ago that has always stuck with me. In this Ted Talk, Shawn Achor, a researcher, national best-selling author, and speaker, shares how happiness is the secret to better work. It’s a 12-minute watch, and I encourage you all to find some time … More Happiness is a Choice
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