Twinkle, Twinkle, little star, When you wish upon a star......Blow out the candles and make a wish. All of my childhood seems to be full of dreams, wishes, and hopes. I am sure you share this with me. We watched and read about many happy endings. The book by Beth Thomas, Powered by Happy, provides … Continue reading Wishes, Do you have them?
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Because I am Happy
Pharrell Williams's song Happy is great! Tap your foot, clap your hands, smile, and sing along. However, are people happy? Did we forget what it is that makes us happy? How do you define happiness? The dictionary simply defines it as “the state of being happy.” Happiness is that feeling that comes over you when … Continue reading Because I am Happy
Decisions-How do they look?
When we make decisions, do you think about how they impact your health? Depending on your position and the level of decisions you make, it is not just the impact on yourself at risk. Leaders have to lead. Decisions have to be made. What are the ways, strategies, and thoughts in decision-making? It is easy … Continue reading Decisions-How do they look?
Seeds Grow, and we harvest
Each year I can look from my window and see the tractors pull into the fields. They cultivate and prepare, plant the seeds and add fertilizer to help the crops grow. I watch as the corn and beans grow. They reach tall into the sky. Soon it is time for the buses to make their … Continue reading Seeds Grow, and we harvest
Motivation-Validation
Monday's can be a day measured differently for many. It is based on the life experiences of the weekend, the feelings they have for where they are, expectations, mindsets, and the culture. Life journeys are different for each of us. Many things are not visible and are hard to detect. It takes effort to work … Continue reading Motivation-Validation
Positively Energizing Leadership
Positively Energizing Leadership is a new book out by Kim Cameron. He provides readers with a guided walk through the components of virtuous actions, relationships that create high performance, and the heliotropic effect. This book captures my interest with intriguing arguments, thoughts, and points. I am a positive leader but never classify myself as one. … Continue reading Positively Energizing Leadership
Stepping stones and stumbling blocks
“Hi Brenda, glad you could be here today for this interview. You have been in your previous district for a long time. I see it is your hometown. Why move? Are you going to use this as just a stepping stone in your career?” Great question. I would ask the same question in your position. … Continue reading Stepping stones and stumbling blocks
Unfamiliar territory? Consult the compass
When traveling in unfamiliar territory, explorers frequently consult their compasses to ensure they have not lost their way or are not headed in a direction away from their destination. The value of a compass is that it defines one direction—north. All other directions can be determined and selected or rejected based on this knowledge. Explores … Continue reading Unfamiliar territory? Consult the compass
Can we make kids do almost anything?
Kids are heading back to school. Teachers are waiting for them with lessons to learn. I don't think, or maybe teachers, do know all the power they have. Teachers can make kids do almost anything. I know, students don't do their homework, they act up in class, and the list goes on. But let's think … Continue reading Can we make kids do almost anything?
Obligations, we all have them
Nobody needs to tell you about having obligations; we learn this as a child. We have responsibilities to ourselves, family, community, country, and let's not leave God out. But when it comes to meeting these obligations, what takes priority? “In all the work you are doing, work the best you can. Work as if you … Continue reading Obligations, we all have them