The last two Wellness Wednesday messages focused on ineffective listening and ways to listen effectively. In case you missed it, we tend to listen ineffectively when we’re not aware and not intentional about how we listen. In those moments, it’s common for...
Last week’s Wellness Wednesday message focused on Listening and spotlighted four rather ineffective levels in which we often listen. My Life is On My Mind – focusing on our own lives rather than focusing on the person we’re speaking to. Judgmental – Having...
There are absolutely no places, stages of life, or occupations that don’t require listening. If you’re a parent, an educator, or a coach, there are few places that require more listening than being present with children and young adults. Regardless of your role, days...
This Wellness Wednesday is for everyone. It may seem to be directed at parents/guardians, but it’s relevant for all. I’d like to focus on the power of catching looks. As a dad of four, I have spent the last 21 years watching my kids play sports, perform in band...
In our quest to identify what makes incredible things possible, we have focused on commitment and love…remembering to be good to each other. A third essential condition for making what’s possible possible is differences. Sameness gets us just so far; valuing...
