The habit of self-discipline is a fascinating thing. It predicts academic performance more than IQ. It changes our self-confidence. It literally shapes the way our brains develop. Back in 1960, psychologist Walter Mischel conducted the now-famous marshmallow experiment series with preschoolers to see if they would choose the marshmallow immediately or wait 15 minutes to receive [read more] …
athletics
Career or Hobby?
Every day I work with amazing kids! They have often reached near-expert status in an extracurricular activity such as music, debate, dance, or athletics. They have invested years in their chosen field and parents have often spent a great deal of time and money to help them reach those heights. Sometimes families choose to homeschool [read more] …
Scholarships for Homeschooled Athletes
Scholarships for Homeschooled Athletes The decision to homeschool places families outside traditional support networks. As such, they are often left wondering how to help their kids re-enter the traditional realm once their homeschool days are finished. It’s hard for a parent to function in the many roles needed to help kids maximize all their opportunities. [read more] …
Going Deeper
I recently had a fascinating conversation with an extremely successful engineer. When queried, he explained to me how he acquired such a stunning skill set. As a young professional, he always volunteered for the tough jobs, the new experiences, while many of his co-workers settled into the routine (and rut) of the same thing every [read more] …