What You and Leonardo da Vinci Have in Common
I have always thought of creativity as something you are either born with or not. Without disclosing too much, I didn’t win any awards in art class. But research tells a different story. A...
Parents, Save Your Breath
What’s the best way to motivate a student who lacks motivation?
I frequently encounter parents who ask me this question. Full disclosure, it’s a question I would like an answer for myself. Getting my children...
Why Reading Is So Good For You
People increasingly tell me they have a hard time starting a book, let alone finishing one. Reading a book takes time and concentration-two rarities of daily experience.
There are so many competing demands on attention....
You Aren’t The Only One With Duck Syndrome
A duck appears to glide calmly across the water, while beneath the surface it’s an entirely different picture: The duck is frantically paddling its little legs to stay afloat and keep up. Watching everyone...
How to Tackle Your Daily To-Do List
Take advantage of research suggesting that willpower is greatest in the morning and do the things that require self-discipline, like going to the gym or doing your taxes, early in the day. Along these...
Is Curiosity The Key To A Fulfilling Life?
We are born curious. From birth, babies want to explore their surroundings. The entire industry of baby proofing grows out of an inborn need to touch, see, taste and experience the world around them....