I'm easily distracted by other people's negative thoughts and opinions. The following quote reminded me to stop doing this. “I will not let anyone walk through my mind with their dirty feet.”  Mahatma Gandi Do you let this happen to you? I'm interested in any thoughts or comments that you have. If you find my content useful, I would appreciate it if you would share it with others! Feel free to use the share buttons below, or to add your comments to this post. I do respond to comments! Join my community, and get my free e-book and monthly newsletters, 17 Powerful Tips To Help You Thrive As A Highly Sensitive Person. I have an archive of my previous newsletters. Some topics include: Are you a magnet for…

Excuses often act as barriers to progress. We all have goals and aspirations, but it's easy to let excuses hold us back. The path to success requires a commitment to eliminating excuses and embracing action to achieve tangible results. Excuses can take many forms, from procrastination and self-doubt to blaming external circumstances. It's crucial to recognize and acknowledge when you're making excuses. This is the first step in overcoming them. They are like roadblocks on your journey to success. They hinder progress, erode motivation, and keep you from reaching your full potential. Understanding the negative impact of excuses is essential for driving change. Excuses often form a self-perpetuating cycle. When you make an excuse, you avoid taking action. This leads to missed opportunities and unfulfilled…

Finding moments of relaxation and creative expression can be a powerful antidote to the demands of daily life. Engaging in relaxing creativity not only offers a break from routine but also nurtures your mental and emotional well-being. It's an opportunity to tap into your inner artist and discover the joy of creating without pressure or expectation. Relaxing creativity, often referred to as "art for the sake of art," carries numerous benefits for your overall well-being. It can significantly reduce stress levels. Activities like drawing, painting, or crafting have a calming effect on the mind, providing a much-needed respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Engaging in creative pursuits fosters mindfulness and presence. Creative endeavors often require focus and concentration, leading to a state…

Hancock High School in Missouri says that the students will be judged by their work habits and engagement as well as academics in a cycle of feedback, reflection and revision. The burden of proof is on the students to show that they have mastered the required skills and concepts to graduate. Each day, they perform  a self-accessment about what they know and what they still need to learn. The goal is continuous  learning, or a growth mindset to empower students to succeed. The new learning philosophy is more common in New England helping two schools transition from letter grade systems. The reasoning behind this is that it reduces the stigma of "bad" grades and allows students and parents to better understand where they are in…