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Focus and Simplicity

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The Essentialism of Play

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We are stuck in work mode!  We consider productivity, maximizing, organization, Marie Kondo-ing, and achievement all the time.  The questions swirl like, "What's in it for me?" or "What is

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February 4, 2019

Holding the Paradox

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Friends, as we approach the long darkness of the year, here in the Northern hemisphere, it is good to consider the season.  There is a paradox of what is spiritual

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December 10, 2018

Beauty in the Palette of the Heart

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Our human hearts hold an array of emotions and feelings mixed together throughout our daily walk, a palette of swirls and blending colours in one continuous experience.  What helps our

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May 28, 2018

The Trajectory of Education – From Compliance to Responsive Practice

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What happened on October 22, 2001 to change the trajectory of humanity? To change the trajectory of education? This question emerged for me in a workshop on "Flourishing in Schools"

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September 23, 2017

Learn Forward Schools Finish Well

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Finishing well always sets me up for success in the future. Finishing well as a learning community is intentional and thoughtful. Individually, we can all consider the , but what

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June 4, 2017

When You Have to ‘Push Through’

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What does it mean to 'push through'? What does it mean to 'dig deep'? When should I set a boundary and ensure I have time and space for recovery? These

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May 28, 2017

5 Ideas for Finishing the School Year Well

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The cycle of the school year includes a typical and final push to the finish line. As educators and parents, we are looking towards the final weeks or days of learning,

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May 21, 2017

The Problem with Self-Help Books

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The problem with self-help books is that they don't teach you about the mulligan! When we are designing for thriving, we must have this grace. Someday I hope to be a

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April 14, 2017

Unplugged is the New Luxury

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As a mom and a school leader, I am always flirting with that dreaded feeling of "I'm so worn out!" This week, I wrote "Sustain Energy" as one of my

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April 8, 2017

Play for Literacy Learning (Part 2)

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This week included an amazing conversation with a friend about her son's literacy learning; we're all trying to figure it out. As parents and teachers we are so passionate about

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March 12, 2017

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