Dr. Kathy has grieved with many adults whose gifts and interests weren’t fully appreciated when they were children. As a result, self-rejection can occur and they still don’t know who they could be. Listen with an open mind and remember, it’s never too late to discover more about yourself. If you find these videos helpful please "Like" and "Share" them on your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Paralysis of Analysis? No More
May 22, 2013 by · 2 Comments
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — I often say that too much of a good thing is not a good thing. You may be surprised, but this philosophy is even relevant to how we use our smarts. I think easily with questions because I’m very logic smart. Analyzing and comparing come naturally to me. I want things to make sense. To me. When people or things disappoint or confuse me, I think a lot about the situation. I can get stuck. Frustrated. Even angry if solutions don’t come to mind. I’m sure you’ve heard of the “paralysis of analysis.” That used to describe me. Past tense. Have you wrestled with … [Read more...]
Kathyism #27- “Raise the Children You Were Given”
May 16, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Today Dr. Kathy exhorts parents to, "Raise the children you were given, not the children you wish you had." Check out today's video which emphasizes the importance of parents empowering the discovery of who their child truly is as a gift from God. If you find these videos helpful please "Like" and "Share" them on your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Engaging Multiple Smarts to Reveal New Insights
May 15, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Although it’s helpful to teach and learn about our eight intelligences in isolation, in practice they don’t work alone. For instance, because word smart involves listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing, it’s very rare that we’re not using it. Those of you who are very picture smart probably always have pictures in your mind. They just naturally appear to help you. Our smarts aren’t always automatically engaged. If we choose to use them anyway, even when we don’t need to, we’ll have richer experiences. (Students will have deeper understanding and a longer memory for what … [Read more...]
Kathyism #26 – 5 Core Needs: “Christian Answers”
May 9, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
In today's video Dr. Kathy shares about her personal A+ answers to the questions surrounding our 5 Core Needs of Security, Identity, Belonging, Purpose, and Competence. If you find these videos helpful please "Like" and "Share" them on your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
It’s Never Too Late for Intelligences to Grow
May 8, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — Her questions were heartfelt. She really wanted answers. She needed answers. “I am not interested in music or art. I’m not smart in these ways. What about my preschool sons? Do I need to make sure they’re smart in these ways? How can I do that since I’m not?” Whether this mom needs to or not is an individual decision. If the smarts were word and logic, I’d say absolutely because of their importance in school. I think for most people, whether their children need the other smarts depends on the parents’ experiences, strengths, and goals for their children. Because my parents were both … [Read more...]
Do You Extend Hope to Others?
May 6, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Do you extend hope to others? If you have some, I hope you do. We shouldn’t keep it to ourselves. Does it have to be a big deal? A time consuming conversation? The giving away of something you value? No. Might it be? Yes, and it would be worth it. Can it be a smile shared as you walk past a coworkers? Yes. a genuine question, asking someone how she is, and showing with body language, eye contact, and facial expression, that you do want and care about a real answer? Yes. an anonymous gift of money to someone who needs it? Yes. asking someone for practical help so a need you have is met, but more importantly … [Read more...]
Kathyism #25 – 5 Core Needs – “Competence: Part 2″
May 2, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Comparing ourselves to others can be very discouraging, but competence isn't based on other's competencies, it is based on yours. It's great to have role models, but we have to understand who we as individuals are becoming. When children ask the question, "What Do I Do Well?" we want to help them have an answer based in their positive character qualities, healthy self-confidence, and a well-reasoned decision making process. Dr. Kathy explores this topic even further in today's video. So check it out and if you find these videos helpful, please "Like" and "Share" them with your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Creating and Keeping Traditions Alive for Generations
May 1, 2013 by · 1 Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — In the last years of my mom’s life, she enjoyed living at a senior apartment complex. She formed fabulous friendships there. My sister-in-law and I are still in touch with a few of the special women even though my mom has been gone almost four years already. The Red Hat group went out for lunch or dinner once a month. The wine-and-cheese monthly gathering was always a highlight. Residents competed to bring the most popular appetizer. My mom was a great cook, so she enjoyed creating special treats and tasting others. She faithfully attended the monthly birthday parties to honor new and old … [Read more...]
Live long. Die old.
April 29, 2013 by · 1 Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — I’m not sure when it started, but it’s continued. At some point in almost every program with middle school and high school students, I have them repeat it after me. “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” Suicide is way too common – it’s the third leading cause of death for 11-19 year-olds. There are no words strong enough to express my grief every time I think about this. Today’s young people are overwhelmed by the amount of information available to them. Be a solid source of truth for … [Read more...]
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