We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. (Aristotle). Let’s be honest—building habits doesn’t sound nearly as exciting as chasing big goals. Goals are flashy. They have clear endpoints. They give us something to post about....
Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. (Neale Donald Walsch). Life is hard for two reasons: you’re either staying in your comfort zone or moving out of it. That statement alone stirs something in most of us. Maybe it feels like truth, maybe it feels like...
Reflection turns struggles into strength. (Desiree Panlilio). Self-improvement isn’t something we hand to our teens—it’s something we invite them into. One of the most powerful tools in that invitation is reflection. As our teens grow, they’re not just physically...
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 inspiration....
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...
