My friend Bonnie reached out to me last week to see if I could help her figure out how to decorate her new classroom. She is switching roles from teaching middle school social studies to the middle school guidance counselor. Bonnie was nervous about the room having no windows and feeling claustrophobic. We met at school last week to take a look. Here’s what the space looks like right now: Yikes. Quite the challenge. Let’s start with the positive. The walls have just… Read more »
At the end of each week, I share the podcast episode I listened to that stood out among all the others. Here is this week’s selection for your listening pleasure! The best podcast I heard this week was “Frame of Reference” on NPR’s Invisibilia podcast. Invisibilia is about “the invisible forces that control human behavior – ideas, beliefs, assumptions and emotions.” It has the high quality content you would expect from NPR. This week’s Invisibilia’s episode on “Frame of Reference” is… Read more »
Today I want to introduce you to 3 blogger homes (and their owners) that I love. Blogs are a constant source of education and inspiration for me. They also serve as a source of community for like-minded souls. Maybe you know these three already, but if you don’t, you will be in for a treat. Let’s get started! House Seven Isn’t this home so serene? Filled with whites, natural woods and linens, Anissa has created a light-filled, airy space for her family…. Read more »
Ask anyone with kids in school, and they will have a lot to say about summer vacation. Summertime is such a relief from the pressures of getting up early, packing lunches and doing homework. Most parents and kids alike are happy to take a breather from all that. On the other hand, there seems to be a lot of real or made-up pressure to have a “fun” summer. Having the kids home for 2 1/2 months can be stressful if the goal is to… Read more »
I recently finished reading “Smarter Faster Better” by Charles Duhigg. Duhigg is also the author of “The Power of Habit” which I reviewed HERE. “Power of Habit” rocked my world in my awareness of how habits run our lives. Even though it was not on my 2016 reading list, as soon as I saw the cover for “Smarter Faster Better“, I was intrigued. To top it off, Charles Duhigg was the special guest on The James Altucher Show podcast recently, which… Read more »
