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Say Hello! Take the "Hello Pledge"
Posted by Dalai Lama Center on 2012-09-24 09:29

Can’t remember the last time a stranger said hello to you? You’re not alone. But The Hello Pledge aims to change that. more

“The Institute at Havergal” Builds Passionate Young Innovators
Posted by Courtney Lawrence on 2012-09-17 10:18

I remember the days when I was in high school and the meaning of “volunteerism” and “community service” started to take shape for me. more

10 Steps to Savoring the Good Things in Life
Posted by Martin Phillips-Hing on 2012-09-11 10:01

Stacey Kennelly – July 23, 2012Greater Good more

How Chess and Magazines Can Open Hearts
Posted by Courtney Lawrence on 2012-09-10 12:28

Do you remember when you were 10?I invite you to think back to your life at that tender age – how was your relationship with your family? What were your hobbies? Who were your friends? And what were your most pressing concerns?Now, I can almost guarantee that your experience back then is nothing like what a 10 year old is experiencing today. more

Mindful Job Hunting
Posted by Jason Motz on 2012-09-05 13:29

For those readers who are unemployed, you know all too well how difficult a prolonged job search can be. Finding the right career, or the decent paying job or even just a part-time gig to earn a few dollars more in savings can be a job in and of itself. more

The Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Study
Posted by Martin Phillips-Hing on 2012-08-29 09:45

The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study is one of the largest investigations ever conducted to assess associations between childhood exposure to trauma, abuse and neglect more

Are Olympic Competitors Geniuses?
Posted by Martin Phillips-Hing on 2012-08-27 14:52

PBS Video – Idea ChannelAugust 9, 2012 more

Strengthening Families through Mindfulness

Posted by Courtney Lawrence on 2012-08-27 09:06

For many of us, the thought of bringing awareness to our thoughts and feelings for more than a couple of minutes may seem challenging. Committing to a true mindfulness practice on a regular basis seems even more daunting. However, at one point in our lives, we were all naturals. more

Mindfulness in Education Conference (Part One)
Posted by Andrea Poile on 2012-08-23 13:16

If you’re just joining us, check out my previous posts here and here to bring yourselves up to speed.   more

Back to Basics with Kids Now Canada
Posted by Courtney Lawrence on 2012-08-21 08:56

“Our philosophy is simple,” says Janet King, President and Founder of Kids Now Canada, “You have to let a child know that someone believes in them.” more