Speaking Voice-Listening Ear “When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” ~ Ernest Hemingway One of the best ways to build a positive image of your school, district, business, and organization or a negative one is how you communicate. Websites provide others the opportunity to evaluate you. If this page is outdated, not easy to … Continue reading Voice vs. Ear and Brain vs. Heart
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Be the Solution Daily Quote 7-9-22
Capturing moments When we turn ordinary daily tasks into opportunities to take in the beauty around us, we can capture moments to reflect on long after they are done. The days have been hot! So getting out early to water flowers is a big task! Stretching the garden hose out and around the house is … Continue reading Be the Solution Daily Quote 7-9-22
Slip-Ups, Stumbling Blocks, Stepping Stones Part II
Maya Angelou is one of my favorite individuals. She passed away too soon for me. I love her writing; the words she shares and her voice whispers over my heart with tenderness. I am sharing this story today not because of a political stance or to ask for comments regarding decisions made. I came across … Continue reading Slip-Ups, Stumbling Blocks, Stepping Stones Part II
Gather together
Do not neglect to gather. Hebrews 10:25 During the pandemic, we were asked to shelter in place to protect ourselves and others during the time Covid-19 was hitting our communities. We developed different ways to work, educate and communicate using technology. However, we missed the face-to-face social interaction and human contact we all need. We … Continue reading Gather together
Friday fills eyes with hope
My mother always taught me to look for beauty in the eyes of others. When you look at the eyes of others, it is a window into their heart, soul, and hope. As a child growing up, I was picked on a great deal. I was a pale small-framed little girl; I was picked on … Continue reading Friday fills eyes with hope
Thank you Dad!
I look out our back window and I can see all of the pine trees we planted as we first moved to this home. We planted all of the trees 30 years ago. It is amazing to see how much growth they have had and all of the memories shared in this little corner of … Continue reading Thank you Dad!
Emotional- The Four Essential Skills
This Friday I bring to you Four Essential Skills of High-Performing Teams from the book Team Emotional Intelligence 2.0 written by Dr. Jean Greaves and Evan Watkins. I believe this book will help every organization. Who does not have emotions, feelings, moods, and behaviors? When you mix all of these together in working teams, the … Continue reading Emotional- The Four Essential Skills