Mar 31, 2020 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings, Self-discovery
There is so much fear, and perhaps rightfully so, about COVID-19. And, what if… If we subscribe to the philosophy that life is always working out for us, that there is an intelligence far greater than humans at work… That all is interconnected. What if… the virus is...
Sep 27, 2019 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings, Purposeful Engagement, Self-discovery
“If you want something, then you need to earn it.” is the money message embedded in my brain since I was old enough to want something for myself. I sold soft pretzels most every weekend at a suburban shopping center when I was 11, and I launched a party business,...
Jun 1, 2019 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings, Purpose and Passion, Purposeful Engagement, Self-discovery
A “why statement” clearly expresses your unique contribution and impact. The impact reflects the difference you want to make in the world, and the contribution is the primary action that you take to be a difference maker. I have been on a journey to create my own why...
Jun 1, 2019 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings
Sasha Hochman graduated as valedictorian from Central High School on May 31. She gave this speech at commencement and will attend Barnard College in the fall. “Good morning. I would like to take a moment to thank President McKenna, and the assistant principals,...
Aug 24, 2018 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings
I went dancing this morning at 7 a.m. At a club. Downtown. For the past several months, I have heard about a group called Daybreakers. This group encourages people to get up at the break of dawn once a month to begin the day with energy and intention. Come one, come...
Aug 14, 2018 | Essential Learning Center, Life Musings
What is living a good life ? Today I heard Dave Gilboa, one of the co-founders of Warby Parker, answer this question with resounding clarity. “Leaving the world better than it was before you came. Positively impacting a large group of people while having fun along the...
