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Something New

Take a class on something you know nothing about. I took a class at a local college on the art and literature of Islam — which I took because, truly, I had close to zero knowledge of the subject. The … Continue reading

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Abandonment

Abbott was in a full sprint, running so fast the neighborhood dogs were howling at his heels, and you could hear his laughter rise above them. A woman watched from her yard. She couldn’t remember the last time she ran … Continue reading

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Reflections on Learning

“In university they don’t tell you that the greater part of the law is learning to tolerate fools.” – Doris Lessing The greatest sign of success for a teacher… is to be able to say, ‘The children are now working as … Continue reading

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Reflections on Learning

That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you’ve understood all your life, but in a new way. —  Doris Lessing It has always seemed strange to me that in our endless discussions about education so little stress is laid … Continue reading

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Stretch Yourself

You may be the go-to person on the job now, wowing higher ups and clients with your expertise. It may feel odd standing center stage instead of behind the scenes, but savor the moment. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in … Continue reading

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