I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. —...
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...
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?...
Be Who You Decide to Be
Have you ever felt under-acknowledged or questioned your abilities? Perhaps you've noticed shortcomings in yourself that make you feel less than perfect. Such emotions are not only prevalent but...
The best students actually love it when they fail
The best students know that they learn the most from failing. They don't try to fail, and they don't love failure. But they love the learning opportunity that comes from failure. Don't get me ...
How to Overcome 10 Common Barriers to College Success
Over 35 million Americans have some college and no degree. That's an alarming statistic when you consider the time, money, and debt invested by them with little to show for it. You might be one of...
The 5 “highs” that can change your life. How to get your best career fit.
College comes with a price: uncomfortably high student loans. Before taking the loan, confirm that your degree measures up. The best career best fits your dreams. Consider the 5 "highs" that make...
Wasting your time studying? How to and How not to Study.
Many posts and articles in the last few years have broken my heart. They give counter-productive techniques to studying that not only waste your time, but set you up for frustration and...