Empowering Praise

by | Jul 26, 2012 | Inspiration

Have you ever stopped to think about how your childhood affects you?  Childhood is the ground level in this life.  It is our foundation.  We simply cannot say, ‘What happens in childhood stays in childhood,’ because the truth of the matter is, it doesn’t stay...

Let Go of the How and Focus on the Why

by | Jul 11, 2012 | Inspiration

I was recently asked, “Why do you do what you do?” First, let me tell you a little about me… I am an elementary teacher who focuses on building the self esteem of children and therefore touching their hearts, long before I even attempt to teach their...

Creating Calm to Prevent a Storm

by | May 6, 2012 | Ignite the Light

I try hard not to watch too much TV, because let’s face it, we can get drawn in easily and end up spending countless hours on the couch.  However, last night, I felt like I just needed a break from reality. As I was scrolling through the trusty ‘ol guide,...

Mind Full…or Mindful?

by | Apr 16, 2012 | Ignite the Light

It’s a GREAT question, isn’t it?  Lately, I have realized that my mind is totally full and I am absolutely NOT mindful when my mind is full… How often do you catch yourself stuck in your own thoughts?  How many lists do you make in your head a day...

The Hats That We Wear

by | Mar 12, 2012 | Ignite the Light

Wake up in the morning… put the Mommy hat on (my personal favorite), interchange with the Wifey hat, as needed.  Drive to work… put the Teacher hat on.  Throughout the day, put the Nurse, Therapist, Clinician, Friend, Pseudo- Mom, Advocate & Healer hat...