I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. —...
The ABCs of Effective Teaching for Student Learning & Persistence
When Dr. Tom works on his course TBP101 (the big picture, 101), he spends most...
Writer’s block? Unlock your inner author with free-writing
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How to use your emotional neural states to succeed in graduate school
Graduate students, do you undermine your success with negative self-talk? Does the prospect of talking with your advisor give you chills? How do you continue to make...
The Top Ten Neuromyths that Interfere with Teaching & Learning
At parents’ night, some years ago, my daughter’s middle school math teacher told my wife and me, “Your daughter just doesn’t have a talent for math.” That...
Life’s Too Short to Hate Your Job – How to Find a Career You’ll Love
According to a Gallup poll from 2017, 85% of people worldwide hate their job. Even in the US where we have more economic freedom, 70% of people hate their jobs. ...
Coaching Guide – How to Give Feedback That Works
Can you imagine what it would be like to improve everything you do that you care about? You'd become amazing. It sounds too good to be true, but with the right mindset...
How to silence your worst critic even if it’s *gasp* yourself
Maybe you’ve been there. Nobody else sees it. But you do.
You know the quality of the work you just turned in to...
How your child can develop 22 of the most important life qualities
Each year, many children enroll in martial arts programs. They progress through belts, learn their styles, and get in better physical shape. Is that all there is to it?...
Become Who You Mean to Be with Self-Growth
Have you ever felt under-appreciated? Or doubted your ability? Maybe you just find things in yourself lacking or substandard. These feelings are not at all uncommon, and yet they hold us back from...