Being engaged means: -Involved in activities with others -To be interested in others -Committed to others Questions then, for all of us are “How can we engage?”  and “Why does engagement even matter?” The answers are simple on the surface but make a significant and lasting impact on the people with whom we engage. Consider the impact the following experiences have

To validate means to prove or confirm something or someone is correct or truthful. Though we may come from different places with different upbringings, varying views, and diverse perspectives, one thing we all have in common is, we’re all human beings. So, when someone validates our skills, talents, or what they value in us, we’re lifted up.   With

Being inclusive is to be welcoming and inviting to everyone, regardless of any differences we may see in others on the surface. Being inclusive means, we accept others for who they are, as opposed to who we think they should or could be.   Acceptance is so powerful, as we continue to grow personally and professionally. Acceptance creates a

It’s simple, but also profound value in treating others with the same levels of respect and kindness – being nice to people – as we would want them to treat us with in return.   When everyone lives by the golden rule, we create such a great atmosphere around us, whether we’re at school, at work, on

Throughout the rest of this month, we’ll send you some thoughts, conversation starters, and activities you can do with your children, students, your teams, or even your families at home around four ways we can all GIVE Compassion to others. What does the word compassion mean to you? I’m sure you have someone in your life, an