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As the New Year will soon be upon us conversations about resolutions, goal lists, mantra selections, and mission statements, one unique approach stands out—the practice of choosing a guiding word for the year. My sister Jackie and I, along with a handful of friends, have found success in the power of a single word to set our intentions. Different ways of embracing focus for a new year resonate with different people. What matters most is discovering the formula that speaks to you. Since 2014, I've embraced the tradition of selecting a word to set the tone for my year. It aligns a variety of goals under a specific focus. While the experience of keeping the word the focus throughout the year has not always been the reality, success lies in growth, adapting to new ideas, and the willingness to change direction as needed. It is not possible to know what October will look like in January, so saving space for the unknown is important. January is not just the start of a new year but the be

        A Formula for Building Stronger Foundations  The journey to shatter the ceiling is truly admirable. However, there's another perspective or formula that we should consider– raising the floor. It's not always about reaching higher. Sometimes it's about adding your best to what you have. A solid floor means a strong foundation, and the idea of lifting the floor applies everywhere – making commitments, dreaming up possibilities,smoothing out conflicts, leading with your heart, setting athletic goals, and spreading high energy.             Raise the Floor by Making A Commitment Author and educator, Tisha Richmond shares on a recent podcast with the The Dave Burgess Show , that she was not okay with the way things were going in her classroom, so she made the commitment to re-engage with the profession by seeking out new professional development resources and opportunities. Tisha explains that she had the desire to gamify parts of her day and Make Learning Magical ,

Procrastination: It Continues to be a Problem Procrastination, the habit that sneaks into our lives regardless of our understanding of its consequences. In the midst of daily schedules, filled with to-do lists and responsibilities, our brains often seek rest in the form of procrastination – be it scrolling through social media, watching Netflix, or engaging in seemingly productive tasks.  As parents and educators, we frequently find our time slipping away.  What if There Was a Better Way?  We might not be able to permanently solve the problem, but we might be able to reclaim some of our time.  What if there was a way to try and win the next day, or zone in the day and attack procrastination, taking back what is ours? Mel Robbins' insightful podcast, " Boost Your Success in 2024 " offers a fresh perspective on tackling procrastination by explaining 5 zones during the day. Embracing the five zones with intentionality can unleash our unlimited potential and make handling pr

Tiny Things:  Big Impact It is often the tiny things stacked together, which turn into success. Inspired by Lauren Kaurfman's insightful blog post,  Raindrops: Amplifying Ripples of Impact I decided to consider the transformative potential of small actions. It's fascinating how the smallest gestures, like  individual raindrops, can collectively create a downpour of positive change. The beauty of tackling life's challenges lies in breaking them down into manageable fragments. As I strive to conquer my final fitness goal for the year – a 105-mile week – the enormity of the task feels manageable when viewed as 15 miles a day. Much like a raindrop, each mile on its own might seem insignificant, but the cumulative effect is magical and becomes the finish line for a goal.  This perspective resonates with Meghan Lawson's teachings in her latest book, Legacy of Learning as well as her latest blog post titled, The Way Through Is To Do . Megan reminds educators that it is impor