Of course, we are driven by self-interest, it's necessary to survive. But we need wise self-interest that is generous and co-operative, taking others' interests into account. Co-operation comes from friendship, friendship comes from trust, and trust comes from kind-heartedness

Hi! I’m an illustrator and bird nerd who has finished writing my first #childrensbook and now I’m working on the illustrations

If we look at the buildings we live and work in, the roads we travel, the clothes we wear, or the food we eat, we must acknowledge that all are provided by others. None would exist for us to enjoy and make use of were it not for the kindness of so many people unknown to us.

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Happy Indigenous Peoples Day🧡🧡

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The only way to effectively deal with negative emotions, the only way to really reduce them, is through the mind, through the application of counteractive mental states that oppose the negative emotions affecting us. That’s the only real, long-term way to reduce them.

Just because a student does not raise their hand, does not mean that they are not thinking deeply about the content. We need to broaden what we mean by engagement in our classrooms/schools. This will invite/value more students in the learning process.

Satisfaction is characterized by inner peace. It arises from generosity, honesty and what I call ethical conduct, a way of behaving that respects others’ right to be happy.

All educators should normalize these statements: ✨“I don’t have the capacity to add that to my plate right now.” ✨ “Weekends are for family.” ✨ “I only respond to emails during office hours.” Know your job description & be firm with your boundaries. Protect your mental health.

Our granddaughter Reagan Hoggard is listed as critical condition. Please pray for her and all of our family. Our faith is strong, our flesh is tired.

Still in fathomable. 21 Innocent lives lost to gunfire in that Texas school shooting. 19 of them children. Our children!!

It takes a monster to kill children. But to watch monsters kill children again and again and do nothing isn’t just insanity—it’s inhumanity.

i hope you didn’t feel any pain. i hope you know how loved you are. i’m so sorry i forgot to say good morning today. I love you always and forever baby sister.

@GrindleyMiss Congratulations. You might find my blog useful for getting children writing. Many tried and tested ideas, all free to use & May save you some planning time. New pages flagged up via twitter.

This time two weeks ago I lost my beautiful 7 year old to Covid 19. I’m never going to be the same again.

#TeacherAppreciationWeek didn’t end yesterday. We are called to celebrate and honor teachers daily for their impact is timeless.

I believe that human nature is fundamentally gentle and compassionate, but it is not enough that this is our underlying nature; we must also develop an appreciation and awareness of that fact, which can have a very real impact on how we conduct our daily lives.

So sad to hear of the passing of Naomi Judd . I had the pleasure of working with her on Touched by An Angel . Praying for her family that they will be comforted in their loss . Rest In Peace Dear Naomi 🙏🏼🕊 #NaomiJudd @Wynonna @AshleyJudd