In today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I want to focus on character. I came across a quote the other day that I have seen many times, in different variations, that said Our character is defined by what we do when we think no one is looking. Take a moment today to step back from the business of your day to day and whisper to someone who deserves to know they shine ..read more

In Today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I want to focus on something many of us may have sitting on our desks every day and probably take for granted... our teacher's mug. Regardless of what we use our mugs for, I think they paint a beautiful picture of what teaching is all about. Let's talk about it ..read more

Today's thought is this: What are you Thankful In? Yes you heard me right, I am not wondering what you are thankful for, I am more curious about what you are thankful in. You might be wondering what I am talking about, but I think by the end of this episode you will be challenged to reflect a bit during this season of thanks. Let's talk about it ..read more

In Today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I focus on puzzle pieces. We can become overwhelmed or frustrated in what we do when we think we have to be every piece our students need to complete their entire puzzle. I want to encourage you to embrace the puzzle piece that you are, instead of becoming overwhelmed by attempting to be every piece in the puzzle ..read more

In today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I want to focus on alignment. When tough times try to derail you, or when you may feel like you are pushed beyond your breaking point, remember to focus on your alignment. It is our alignment that keeps us grounded ..read more

In Today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I want to focus on simple concept. Our destiny vs our legacy. Where destiny is essentially focusing on what we will become, Legacy concentrates on what we will leave behind. Let's talk about it ..read more

In Today's Thought for Teachers I want to focus on a very simple idea... The power of a single seat. Make it a goal to always leave a seat at the table for students, colleagues, and friends you may not even realize need it in the moment ..read more

In today's Two Minute Timeout for Teachers I want to focus on a quote from Bruce Lee to help encourage you to find your purpose and live it out each day ..read more

Today's Episode is a Thought for Teachers episode, and in it I have a single thought for you to ponder that will hopefully give you something to reflect on as you go about your day. Today's thought is this: Are You living in a Magic Castle? There is a specific Magic Castle in Los Angeles that has made me reflect on how I view certain aspects of my teaching and my life and I hope it will do the same for you today. Let's talk about it ..read more

In this Two Minute Timeout for Teachers we will focus on a few lessons we can learn from my sisters dog Bentley. Some of the simple qualities that he has grown to possess can really help us reflect on our interactions with those around us on a daily basis ..read more