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.…
The feeling of tears rushing down your face is among the worst sensations we experience, but it sets up some of the greatest moments of our lives. When the tears…
I can fail to accomplish a goal 100 times, but I won’t hesitate to take the 101st swing. I will continue to follow the pattern of watching my efforts fall…