Today has felt heavy, not because of one specific thing, but because everything seems to be converging at once. I’ve been trying to finish the last of my purging before the school year begins. My thoughts keep circling around what this new year will look like—my students, my teaching, my business, and the nonprofit that … Continue reading The Last Bit Is the Hardest

We’re halfway through July, and for teachers—whether we admit it or not—the next school year is already pressing on our minds. I’ve entered that space myself. My thoughts are shifting toward what’s next - not just in lessons and standards- but in mindset. This year, I’m approaching the classroom not only as a teacher, but … Continue reading Coaching for the Battle: Preparing to Teach, Prepare to Transform

We hear the word self-centered and almost immediately, it comes with a sting of negativity. To be called self-centered is to be called selfish, egotistical, or self-absorbed. But this morning, I’ve been wrestling with the idea that maybe being self-centered—when understood differently—is actually a necessary act of self-love. I’ve been reflecting on my own life … Continue reading When Being Self-Centered is the Best Thing You Can Do

The world feels heavy lately. Headlines are relentless. Hearts are weary. Faith, for many, is flickering. Yet, I still believe that strength is not only possible—it’s promised. When I reflect on the life and legacy of my mother, I am reminded that strength doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it whispers. Sometimes it sits in stillness. Sometimes … Continue reading Strength for Times Like These