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I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to remind myself of this simple truth: Just because it doesn’t matter to me doesn’t mean it isn’t important to someone else. It’s easy to get caught up in our own routines, preferences, and ways of thinking. We all do it. We assume that if something…

Let’s be real—May hits different in education. The energy is wild, the to-do lists are endless, and you’re somehow expected to wrap up a school year, plan celebrations, finalize grades, and still smile through it all. If you feel like you’re running a marathon in flip flops…you’re not alone. Here are 3 simple ways to…

I’m going to be real with you for a minute. I’ve been working on something for over a year that terrifies me. Wakes me up in the middle of the night with “what ifs”. Has me overthinking and rethinking. You see, when you pour your heart and soul into something—when you spend over a year…

There’s a song I haven’t been able to stop listening to lately—Misunderstood by Cory Asbury. It’s one of those songs that grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go. The lyrics echo something I think so many of us feel but rarely say out loud: that we’re broken, hurting, unsure of how we fit…

As educators, we all know how easy it is to fall into the trap of doing things because “that’s the way it’s always been done.” We get comfortable with routine, we follow traditions, and sometimes, we forget to ask ourselves why we’re doing things the way we are. But here’s the truth: just because something…

There’s a lot in life we can plan for—our schedules, our meals, our outfits, even our vacations. But every single one of us knows that no matter how detailed the itinerary, life has a funny way of tossing in a curveball. Recently, I had a work trip that tested every ounce of my patience and…

I used to downplay my birthday. I’d brush off any mention of it, wave away the idea of a party, and insist that it was just another day. I told myself I didn’t need the attention, that birthdays weren’t a big deal. But deep down, my resistance wasn’t about humility—it was about history. My past…

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…

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…

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…

Some days, the weight of everything just feels like too much. The to-do list never ends, the expectations keep piling up, and you find yourself running on empty. You’re exhausted—physically, mentally, emotionally. You start wondering if you even have it in you to keep going. I get it. I’ve been there. Heck most days I’m…