This week we’re shining light on unhealthy behaviors and also discussing health goals for 2012. As a leader we need to both discourage negative, unhealthy behaviors and encourage positive, healthy behaviors in those who look to us for guidance. Of the many unhealthy behaviors, which do you see as being the biggest problems or the most [...]

This week we are talking about health and physical activity. As we are all here weall know that physical activity is important for optimal health — both physical and mental. When you think about the young people in your life — in our community — or even in our country, how do you see their [...]

This week we are talking about nutrition and health. Nutrition is one of those areas that can suffer when we get busy…or stressed…or depressed…or sometimes even when we get happy! We know from experience that what people say is true; you put garbage in, you get garbage out (GIGO). As leaders, how can we stress the [...]

This week, we’re talking about the definition of health and how to stay healthy through various means (i.e. good night’s sleep, good hygiene, stress management). Hww do you define your own “good health?” How do you know when you are at your healthiest? What signs tell you that you need to slow down and take [...]

This week we’re looking back on our year and discussing areas of success, areas that need improvement and areas of growth of character. When you look at those you helped to lead or inspire this year — either here or in your life outside of here, what is an example of profound growth of character [...]

This week, we’re talking about acceptance of other people’s cultures, holidays, foods, and the way people do things. How have you exposed yourself to other cultures? How has it impacted you? If you felt that someone you were helping seemed extremely closed-minded and did not tend to accept others who were different from them, how [...]

This week we’re talking about acceptance of others and their differences. Again, differences are often viewed as negative shortcomings. Did you grow up in an area where certain people were treated differently because of being “different?” Differences can be related to race, gender, special needs, and more. We have all likely heard the expression “Don’t [...]

This week, we’re talking about acceptance of ourselves. Hopefully, as you look back on this year, you can highlight many areas of improvement, achievement and positive risk-taking for which you are proud. For those we teach, we want them, too, to be able to highlight these accomplishments. It’s important to also look at the areas [...]

This week we’re talking about gratitude and generosity. These character terms often go hand in hand. One the one hand, we show thanks for other people’s generosity (and we are generous with our gratitude!) On the other hand, we are thankful for our own ability to give to others. As Dr. Robyn Silverman has said: [...]