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Goodbye to Kids at College, Hello to Yourself

by phyllis, October 12, 2011

If your kids are settled into college by now, it’s time to catch your breath. How about luxuriating in a bubble bath or something equally unfamiliar? Don’t you deserve it after years of caring for your family in flux? And here are a few ideas to think about as you begin this new chapter: Discover your passion. What do you really value and care about? What do you imagine is your life purpose now? Take advantage of the extra time and follow your dream of returning to school or changing … Continue reading →

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Talking to Your Kids About Anthony Weiner’s Lies

by rosemary, June 13, 2011

The recent media frenzy about the behavior of Representative Anthony Weiner highlights the dangers of two activities – sexting and lying – and provides a clear teachable moment to use with our teens. We would hope to have good role models for the actions we want to encourage but given the dramatic effects of the inappropriate messages and photos Weiner sent and the devastating results of his untruthful words, we can talk to our kids about the serious consequences of making bad decisions. Weiner is under fire by his own … Continue reading →

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Wooden, Wimbledon, and World Cup

by rosemary, June 25, 2010

Wondering what these three W’s – Wooden, Wimbledon, World Cup Soccer – have in common? All three of them can serve as impressive role models for success, especially this week. John Wooden was known for his inspiration and motivation on and off the basketball court. His style was gracious, even as he focused on creating Competitive Greatness in his players and in the rest of us, through his Pyramid of Success. Some of his favorite sayings come to mind this week, reviewing two sporting events that represent more than just … Continue reading →

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John Wooden and the Perfect Baseball Game

by rosemary, June 23, 2010

John Wooden was so well known for his leadership role as a basketball coach and player that not everyone knew he had also lettered in varsity baseball his freshman year in college. He later coached baseball and his love of the game continued throughout his life. With his keen sense of moral principles, Coach Wooden would have been proud of the behavior recently exhibited by the Detroit Tiger’s pitcher Armando Galarraga and the umpire, Jim Joyce, who prevented Galarraga from being credited with a perfect game. When umpire Joyce incorrectly … Continue reading →