Category: Getting Started
How to use movement to calm down and be kinder
You know the old saying that things are a “blessing and a curse?” Well, I believe that this is ALWAYS true. I often stop and remind myself: The extent to which something is a blessing, it ... Read More
3 books that changed the way I think about change
About once a month I do a workshop about change at the Brooklyn Brainery. One of the most common questions I get at the end of every workshop is “How can I learn more about this?” I s... Read More
My missing morning routine
All over the internet you can find people touting how their morning rituals are helping them to be more productive and feel saner. I agree! A morning routine can set you up for success and really lay ... Read More
The true story of how I went from really bad to pretty good
We work in education, an industry obsessed with “outcomes.” There are outcomes for students (Are you College and Career Ready?) and outcomes for teachers (Are you Highly Effective?). And then, j... Read More
The path to success is paved by mistakes, failure, and fun
Here’s a truth that we’ve somehow completely lost as a society: if you knew how to do something already it wouldn’t be a risk. It wouldn’t be new. It wouldn’t be innova... Read More
You must be kind to yourself
Last week I published an article on Quartz about the three mindsets that can help you follow through on your goals. From what I can tell from trolling the social media universe, the article did pret... Read More
Learn your way into something new
I am NOT “Sporty.” I’ve never watched sports. I’ve never played sports. And until 3 years ago, I really never exercised. I just don’t have a competitive spirit.... Read More
The Power of Beginning
Last Spring I got an idea. I had been working on a book about using the methods of improvement science, design thinking and action research to help people power their personal improvement. I worry ... Read More