insights
From decades’ worth of mentoring experience & education research.
Q: Why are we continually adding to this collection of short 2 minute reads?
A: To give you a better understanding of what is needed for your child to reach their learning potential.
The Observer is our Mirror
The Opportunity
Feedback is rarely a personal attack, but an observation that is meant to support reflection and growth.
The Art of Listening
The Opportunity
When mastered, trusted connections are made and developmental conversations can flow.
Turn “Resolutions” into “Revolutions”
The Issue
Resolutions will fail unless you follow these steps…
Taking a break is a must-have habit.
The Opportunity
Taking a break, even just for a couple of minutes, can reduce stress and reset our neural pathways.
Being comfortable isn’t always what we need.
The Issue
Comfort has immense gravitational pull.
2nd Pillar of Intrinsic Motivation
Perceived control
Control, regarding our situation, is the 2nd crucial pillar that underpins motivation. Grasping control of any situation increases motivation to perform.
3rd Pillar of Intrinsic Motivation
Perceived Value
Value, that we derive from the completion of a specific action, is the 3rd crucial pillar that underpins motivation. We must strive to find value in everything we do.