Musings on living, loving, and leading in today's world.
I had the privilege of working with an amazing kindergarten teacher, Mr. Elmer, who taught his students to transition by being “ready for next.” Being “ready for next” meant that you were ready to hear the next instruction, that you … Continue reading “Ready for next.” →
Here is a post from my original blog at turnaroundschool.blogspot.com. It’s interesting to me how much of the learning from that time still applies to the learning we are doing in education today. I have been talking about this very thing, the change process and how people react and respond to change, for much of this schoolyear.
This past summer, I started listening to podcasts. Well, to be specific, I have been listening to Brene Brown’s podcast, Unlocking Us. If you know me, you know that Brene Brown is my bff – she just doesn’t know it … Continue reading “When too much is not enough.” →
This week, I published my first book. (you can buy it here!) I say my first book, because I plan to publish again. I want to write books for adults and books for children. I want to write about things … Continue reading “Writing to learn.” →
Last week, my work team and I facilitated virtual circles about courage, finding your voice, and social injustice. These circles offer a safe space for sharing, for listening, and for strengthening our community, and they have been a very powerful … Continue reading “How are you using your privilege?” →
Leadership is one of my passions. But, what we are seeing from so many people who are in positions of leadership is not leadership at all. There are positive leaders – who influence others in a positive way – and … Continue reading “Leadership during crisis.” →
At some point, we have all said something like, “Oh, well she thinks she’s better than everyone else.” It’s hard to admit that at some point, each of us has probably felt “better than” someone else. I know that when … Continue reading “The myth of better than.” →
What defines resilience? How do we recognize it in ourselves?
Tonight, I went to a retirement party for a wonderfully authentic human. I have been fortunate to know her and work with her for more than ten years, and she continues to inspire me with her ability to speak life … Continue reading “Celebrating the leadership in others.” →
I have been writing a book about leadership and balance for almost a year. The working title is Dear Leader: Reflections on Living, Loving, and Leading in this Crazy World. Leadership is one of those things that you can practice and practice and still feel like you are not really … Continue reading “It’s time to saddle up.” →