3 Pieces of Advice for the Graduating Senior

3 Pieces of Advice for the Graduating Senior

“The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades”. This song, by Timbuk3, and popular during the 80’s, always comes to mind when I think of graduations. That, and the Dr. Seuss book, “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.” Funny, these are two very different mediums expressing a very...
ADVICE FROM A SENIOR TO A FRESHMAN

ADVICE FROM A SENIOR TO A FRESHMAN

Parents, close your eyes and go back in time……….. Go back to your first day of high school.  Go back to your first day in college.  Go back to that feeling of apprehension, of nerves, of the unknown about what you were about to face.  If you are like me, a chill might...
Why Writing is Critical for Success

Why Writing is Critical for Success

“But why do I need to learn this?” If you are a parent, teacher, or tutor you probably have heard the question above.  Students of any age have probably uttered these words as they struggled to learn a new concept, study for a test, or prepare for a class project. ...
Mindfulness Tip #5 – Healthy Eating

Mindfulness Tip #5 – Healthy Eating

“Mom, I’m hungry. What’s for dinner? I want some chicken nuggets and fries. Oh, can we get a milkshake for dessert too?” When you suggest a salad or some lean meat and vegetables instead, a chorus of whines and objections erupt from the backseat. Despite your...
Mindfulness Tip #4 – Awareness

Mindfulness Tip #4 – Awareness

Have you ever heard of a ‘lightbulb’ moment? I am sure you have! It’s one of those moments we experience where a thought or feeling randomly pops into our heads that answers or solves an ongoing dilemma in our lives. It’s a sudden, intuitive feeling that appears to...