We all want to improve our lives, but don't know how to make real change 11 years after visualizing "hitting my 3 year old son as hard as possible with my fist in his face, perhaps killing him) I can sum up my change in the following equation: Self-awareness + values prioritization + helpful thinking = behaviors aligned with our values = fulfilled life (peace) What do you think? What questions do you have about each part of the equation? What's missing?

OK, I had a Mr. Bean moment last, last Wednesday. I went to a funeral, got there really early and unbeknownst to me there was another funeral 30 mins before. So, I joined in, went to the second row and introduced myself and my relation to the deceased. I got a distainful look as I was shaking hands. Then I saw the female name on the video screen. Clearly not the person I had come to pay respects to. I carefully removed myself and on the way out said to the usher (clearly trying to contain a smile) "next one for me". What funny story were you a part of recently?

Who are you surrounded by? What type of goals to they have? Are their goals supported by values? Let's share what we are doing so others can perhaps see something they haven't seen yet. What types of goals are they, and what values support those goals?

It is quite easy to focus on all the things we need to improve, but sometimes it is good to focus on what we have done well. What has been one rewarding moment you have had either as a parent or educator? What did you learn from this?

It's Thursday. Things are winding down. What are your wins and challenges for the week?