“You have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” —Jane Goodall, English primatologist and anthropologist Jane Goodall is an English primatologist and anthropologist, considered to be the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. Her 50-something years work in … Continue reading
“A wonderful gift may not be wrapped as you expect.” —Johnathan Lockwood Huie, author of Simply an Inspired Life When I was in elementary school, we were required by our teachers to cover our textbooks to protect them from damage … Continue reading
“A question is a magnet… it draws information to you.” —Author Unknown Children love the game of Hide and Seek. They are always curious about their surroundings. If you have been around kids lately, you have most likely been the … Continue reading
“Life is amazing, and the teacher had best prepare himself to be a medium for that amazement.” —Edward Blishen, 20th Century British author Have you heard of Sam Horn? If not, look her up, and strongly consider reading her newsletter … Continue reading
“You can’t grow yourself unless you know yourself.” —John Maxwell, American Author on Leadership Last year was my Big “60.” I read Daniel Pink’s new book, WHEN: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing recently. Pink points to certain dates, times, … Continue reading
“Timing is everything. It is as important to know when as to know how.” —Arnold Glasow, 20th Century American Humor Writer Many people, including myself, are information junkies. We have varying levels of addiction to resources such as “How To” … Continue reading
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” —Mahatma Gandhi, 20th Century Indian Activist Throughout my professional life, I have learned from personal growth and development thought leaders that, “Thoughts Become Things.” … Continue reading
“To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting.” —Edmund Burke, 18th Century Irish Statesman Think back to your biology or life science classes in high school. How much do you recall about the central nervous system, the cardiovascular … Continue reading
“Reading gives us some place to go when we have to stay where we are.” —Mason Cooley, Late American Aphorist My mother, Rose, was the most avid reader I’ve ever known. As a boy, I would frequently go with her … Continue reading
“Be discerning about your learning.” —Jenny Blake, author of Pivot: The only Move that Matters A while ago I attended a Detroit Tigers game at Comerica Park where, happily, the Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 7-to-4, sweeping the series. … Continue reading