Category Archives: Living

A cycle of change.

(Written March 31, 2016.) We experience change in cycles, especially in nature. The changing of the seasons – winter, spring, summer, fall – is a cycle of change. We usually enjoy and embrace the change of seasons and come to express this change in different ways. In springtime, for instance, we purge our clutter andContinue reading “A cycle of change.”

An addiction to multitasking.

(Written March 31, 2016) Here is a mere glimpse of “The multitasking mind”… In some moments (more often than not, these days), I find myself constantly urging to multitask. Mid-bite of red lentils – I should be reading something – doesn’t everyone eat and work at the same time?… About to take a drink of waterContinue reading “An addiction to multitasking.”

Fearlessness is a choice.

“No one can make you feel inferior without your own consent” – Elanor Roosevelt I’ve decided I’m no longer afraid. This choice is completely empowering and transformative. In letting go of the fear I have harbored so close to my heart I am now, once again, a powerful being. In this moment, I celebrate the beautyContinue reading “Fearlessness is a choice.”

Breathe.

We all breathe, but we may not be keenly aware of how we breathe. Through my practice of yoga at Perennial Yoga and Meditation I’ve learned that the exhale carries an immense power. The power of breathing out can be one of letting go. Breathe out and let go of what doesn’t serve you. (Thank you,Continue reading “Breathe.”

Progress blossoms in inspired settings.

I have accumulated a wall of positive expressions, quotes, and other superlatives that I keep just above the screens of my computer. These words may matter most in keeping me going, day after day. Especially as I sit down at my computer to engage in the process of writing. I am thankful to have soContinue reading “Progress blossoms in inspired settings.”

A Marathon, Not a Sprint

I’ve never trained for a marathon that I’ve ran in as a race, per se, but I’ve been advised to adopt this metaphor as a means to characterize the experience of a successful scholar in mathematics education. I am engaged in a myriad of research, professional development, writing, and networking activities, all of which haveContinue reading “A Marathon, Not a Sprint”

Telling stories.

I was recently inspired to tell stories. In a talk by Dr. Susan May Basalla, she told of the stories she has learned from others seeking positions outside of academia. In her talk she spoke of being inspired by things that motivate us, that we are passionate about, taking our own paths that are certainlyContinue reading “Telling stories.”

A light switch.

Someone once said they are not aiming for happiness in life, but rather, engagement in life. It now makes me wonder if this is my quest as well. Recently it seems as though I’ve been reaching for happiness but falling short. Never quite getting it right. From this refreshed perspective, maybe I’m not falling shortContinue reading “A light switch.”

Chin up.

From a diplomatic advisor, a fresh perspective on the tumultuous calamity that I call my life, is to keep your chin up. Practical advice, that may be hard to swallow, but true to “practical,” “achievable,” in many ways it is quite simple. While I grit my teeth so hard to cause major tension headaches and jaw strain, IContinue reading “Chin up.”