As I’ve mentioned in earlier posts, my son attends a school for children with learning challenges. Most of these kids are, let’s just say…not exactly “jocks.” So when they announced they’d be hosting a competitive running race, I didn’t expect a long line of volunteers. But in typical Franklin Academy fashion, they encouraged both the […]

We’ve been sold a half-truth. For years, the self-help industry has told us that the key to happiness lies in slowing down, unplugging, and relaxing. And while rest is essential, we’re getting it all wrong if we believe relaxation alone leads to a fulfilling life. WHAT? Rest doesn’t cure burnout? The latest research in psychology […]

You’re holding it down from both ends… carrying the expectations of leadership above while meeting the ever-evolving needs of younger teams below. Some days, it feels like you’re that slightly burnt marshmallow in a s’more: squeezed from the top and bottom, trying not to fall out the sides. A few weeks ago during a leadership […]

If you’ve ever tried to start a new habit—or break an old one—you know it’s not as simple as just deciding to do it. There’s real science behind how habits form, why some stick, and what actually helps us create lasting change. In this article from Atlassian’s WORK LIFE, I was interviewed by reporter Mike […]

(As prepared for The Association of School Business Officials’ publication, The Reporter) In today’s world of non-stop communication, information overload, and negative news coming at us from every angle, most are feeling incredibly overwhelmed, even on those “off” days. We are living in what experts call an “urgency culture.” With so many things competing for […]