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Courage

I learned a true meaning of courage. Author, speaker and Professor, Brene Brown, offers an alternative way to embrace life amidst the pervasive culture of fear and scarcity.

Little Hunger, Big Hunger

What we can learn about hope, education and perseverance, in our "entitled world," from the journey of an inspirational person

Education

We Need to Ban the Term ‘Bullying’!

What used to be normal childhood behaviors are now seen as pathological and dangerous. Have we gone too far with the label "bully?"

Education

Some Thoughts about the Sandy Hook Elementary School Tragedy

While we increase police patrols and lock more doors, let’s invest at least as much energy and resources in protecting and nurturing the minds, hearts and souls of our children.

Living

Gossip!

Why is it so difficult to refrain from gossiping? Gossip damages relationships, people and institutions. Can we do better?

Education

The "New" Literacy

In the 20th Century, literacy meant proficiency in reading, writing and arithmetic. The web demands a "new" literacy that challenges the priorities of schools.

Religion

Thoughts about Anger

Is anger ever productive? What are some of the consequences of anger?

Education

Learning or Schooling

“I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.” – Mark Twain However, our children deserve better - they deserve to learn at school!

Education

Behold the Power on our Tongues and in our Fingers !

Words can build us up or strike us down. In days gone by, the power resided on the tongue. Today, our fingers hold the power as well!

Should Books have a Future?

With the holiday season upon us, has the time come to just but e-books an acknowledge coming end of the printed book?