Happiness depends upon ourselves. (Aristotle). There’s a myth out there that you have to feel motivated in order to grow. That somehow, people who are making progress—who seem disciplined, productive, or successful—are riding some invisible wave of...
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.(Winston Churchill). We’ve all been there. Your teen misses a deadline, flunks a quiz they said they were ready for, or forgets an important commitment. In that instant,...
Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still. (Chinese Proverb). In recent weeks, I’ve shared thoughts on the power of self-reflection and the importance of goal-setting for both parents and teens. These two practices are essential...
Only three percent of adults have written goals, and everyone else works for them. (Brian Tracy). A New Year’s resolution often feels like throwing sand into the ocean—it slips away almost immediately. By the end of January, most resolutions have...
Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action. (Peter Drucker). I am often asked, “Why do we need to reflect?†It’s a good question, and a fair one, especially from parents who are knee-deep...
A question I frequently get is, “Did you take the summer off?†And while I understand the curiosity—summer does have a way of suggesting rest and relaxation—the truth is, “no, not even close.†This summer, I leaned into the very heart of what I...
