This is what we know about the time of day and brain power. First, our thinking power varies throughout the day. We are quicker, slower, more creative and less creative in some parts of the day than others. … Continue reading →
Over the summer, I enrolled in a Dissertation Coaching class which is part of my ICF coaching certification process. I am writing a blog series on issues that I faced as a doctoral student and the wonderful things I am … Continue reading →
The Imposter Syndrome – Part One. Over the summer, I enrolled in a Dissertation Coaching class which is part of my ICF coaching certification process. I am writing a blog series on issues that I faced as a doctoral … Continue reading →
Recently, I spoke at a wonderful Saturday-morning-gathering of parents and educators. I spoke on the Learning Brain Networks. In this three-part blog post series, I share with you, my blog readers, my notes for that presentation. A 31-year-old … Continue reading →
Every semester completed is one step closer to graduation. In May we cross one semester’s finish line. But only those that run the race get to cross that finish line. The race starts on week one of the semester, when we map out … Continue reading →
The Finish Line. On May 13, I stood at the finish line of a journey begun seven years ago in 2010. By the simple decree of the alphabet, I led the group of seven doctorates receiving their degrees that morning. … Continue reading →
Marydee Sklar wrote the course “Seeing My Time.” I met Marydee Sklar at an LDA conference on the West Coast and fell in love with her. She is spunky, down to earth and energetic. Later, I took her training course … Continue reading →
It’s the half way through the college semester and you have things you must do. Here’s your to-do list: Make a list of each of your classes and find out your current grade for each class. Write this down so … Continue reading →
My clients often ask me how to handle a difficult situation. As a coach, I work with college students with learning disabilities or ADHD. My coaching clients include adults with ADHD or simply an adult who wants to make a … Continue reading →
Give yourself a break. Failing any exam feels terrible. Step back and create some space between you and your failure. Don’t go talk to your professor if you are angry. Don’t do anything right away, calm down first. Take a … Continue reading →