The idea of writing two five-page papers for separate courses in the same week began to erode my confidence. As I traveled the icy path from the Maxwell School in…
The comments about how my needs were too much for the system to handle still echo in my ear. I can hear the conversations that handcuffed my family. As we…
When I rolled backward down the three-foot, foldable ramp that projects from the rear of my white Dodge caravan, I felt a familiar pressure. A pressure I'd been experiencing for…
It's important for us to realize we can learn important lessons from others’ experiences and expertise -- and that doing so is a strength of character. Because if we assume…
Imagine you find out a friend received the opportunity you both have always wanted. After the initial disappointment, would the bitterness linger or would you celebrate with them? It would…
Our attitudes play a major role in determining the direction of our lives. I won’t say they’re the absolute deciding factor — but I will say bringing enthusiasm to the…
Every February, we go out and purchase heart-shaped chocolates and bake heart-shaped cookies to represent our love for certain people. But all that matters about those chocolates and candies is…
This article is also available on The Positivity Project's website. When a conflict arises, we tend to do one of two things – we either come together and bond as…
I’m somebody who values living in the moment and working with what you have presently. Yet, I have learned to mix that in with preparing for the future, which has…
Some would say our hearts keep us alive, but I will always argue that they keep us living. Using our hearts to think doesn’t leave us asking “what if” questions.…