Toxic Positivity

Toxic Positivity

We’ve all heard it. Maybe we’ve even said it ourselves: “Just think positive!” or “Look on the bright side!” While these words often come from a good place, they can sometimes do more harm than good. That’s because they fall into the trap of toxic positivity—the idea that we should only focus on the positive…

managing stress

Managing Stress

Stress. It’s one of those things we all deal with, whether we’re at work, at home, or somewhere in between. As educators, parents, and leaders, the weight we carry can feel overwhelming at times. But here’s the truth: managing stress isn’t about avoiding challenges; it’s about building practices that help us navigate them. Here are…

When Helping Isn’t Helping: Knowing When to Step Back

When Helping Isn’t Helping: Knowing When to Step Back

One of the hardest things about being a leader, a friend, or even just a decent human being is watching someone struggle when they don’t want help. It’s in our nature to want to step in, fix the problem, and offer solutions. One thing I’ve often found myself struggling with though, is what do you do…

Who You Are Now

Who You Are…Now

Our lives are a constant journey of growth and change. Who you are today is not who you were five minutes ago, five days ago, or even five years ago—and that’s a beautiful thing. Each moment offers us an opportunity to learn, grow, and redefine ourselves. Think about it: five minutes ago, you were carrying…

Growth Takes Time

Growth Takes Time

We live in a world that loves instant gratification. We want success now. We want change now. We want to see results immediately. And if/when it doesn’t, we get upset. Right this moment, you can find countless Instagram Reels or TikTok videos of random people freaking out when something doesn’t happen exactly when they want…

allow yourself to feel

Allow Yourself to Feel

Life isn’t always sunshine and high-fives. There are moments, days, or even seasons where the weight of hard emotions—fear, sadness, anger—can feel like too much to carry. And it’s in these times that we often want to run, to dodge the discomfort, or to numb ourselves with distraction. But what if, instead, we chose to face those hard emotions head-on?

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