Procrastination Can Be Caused by Depression

For weeks I have been discussing the connection to procrastination and victim thinking. Now, have I changed my mind? No, I have not. Procrastination is a critical component of the Procrastination + Blame = Victim Thinking process, but it can also be caused by depression. Procrastination is a very common [...]

By |2024-12-11T12:50:26-06:00December 11th, 2024|Life Skills, Soft Skills|

Teaching Emotional Intelligence for Career Readiness

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving job market, technical skills alone are no longer enough to ensure career success. Employers increasingly prioritize "soft skills"—like communication, adaptability, and teamwork—that make an employee effective in any workplace. At the heart of these essential skills lies emotional intelligence (EQ), a critical yet often overlooked [...]

By |2024-12-09T12:04:51-06:00December 9th, 2024|Soft Skills, Workplace Readiness|

Celebrating Special Education Day

December 2nd marks an incredibly important day—Special Education Day! Since 1975, December 2nd has been recognized in the United States as a day to honor the signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This landmark legislation opened doors for students with special needs, granting them access to [...]

By |2024-12-01T20:45:39-06:00December 1st, 2024|Education|

Feeling Hopeless, Scared and Afraid?

Ever since Covid, there seems to be a common theme with some people. They say that they feel hopeless, scared about the future and don't see any reason to try to do better. This expressed feeling of hopelessness is an indication of a victim mentality. Victim mentality is a learned [...]

By |2024-11-18T08:04:30-06:00November 18th, 2024|Life Skills, Soft Skills|

5 Ways to Practice Gratitude This Month

November is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and practice gratitude. While many of us think of gratitude as something to save for the holidays, it’s actually a powerful practice with benefits that extend well beyond a single season. Regular gratitude practice can boost happiness, reduce stress, and [...]

By |2024-11-07T14:06:27-06:00November 7th, 2024|Life Skills, Soft Skills|
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