How often do you purposely spend time working toward a goal you set ? If you’re thinking “Right now, I’m working toward getting my kids to school (dressed appropriately) and then getting myself to work (on time) and then showing up to that program tonight (without excess traffic, homework or
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Last week, did you ask yourself this question: “What’s one NEW rule I’m going to use right now to create positive change in my every day?” Perhaps you feel questions like this are a luxury that will have to wait until you can answer more pressing ones: questions like, “What’s
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Here’s a “Hard Thing Worth Doing” (#HTWD): Giving thanks for people or circumstances for which you feel anything but thankful. Are circumstances tempting you to feel bitter or hopeless, rather than grateful? It’s still your choice. Are difficult people creating anxiety and stress you want to run from? Be sure you run
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There are many who are named William and are known for making their mark on our world. But the three Williams pictured here shared far more than just a name: William Wallace, William Shakespeare, and William Gates III. Do you know their stories? Most of us would agree that innovating
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What do Mandela, MLK Jr. and Moses have in common? A bend toward non-conformity? A safe “yes.” A relentless drive to see a major wrong in society put right? Most definitely. What about uncommon courage to steward their dream of a “promised land” over decades of time . . .
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This week, I had the privilege of spending time with an exceptional group of K-12 educators. As we discussed their varied challenges in today’s classroom, it renewed my appreciation for the complexity and the weight of what teachers take on every day. It’s amazing! It takes courage to come alongside
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Here’s a “Hard Thing Worth Doing” (#HTWD): Give the most difficult people you know the benefit of the doubt and assume they want to be great, just like you. Even people who seem to consistently be at odds with everyone in their entire world still want to reach their greatest
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