Truth is Treason in the Empire of Lies

On October 27, 1942, the Nazis executed the youngest person they ever formally sentenced to death.  His name was Helmuth Hübener.  His crime was telling the truth.  In 1941, Helmuth began writing leaflets criticizing Hitler’s regime and sharing news he heard on forbidden Allied radio broadcasts. He and a few close friends knew full well […]

The Power of Words: Persuasion vs. Coercion

Words can be incredibly powerful, capable of changing lives and influencing people’s beliefs and behaviors. The way we use words can have either a positive or negative impact on those we are communicating with. Whether in everyday conversations or on social media, the way we choose our words and express ourselves can leave a lasting […]

Teaching Compassion to Children: How to Raise Empathetic and Kind Kids

What is compassion, and why does it matter? When we think about compassion, a lot of us might immediately think of words like empathy and kindness. And while those are definitely important parts of compassion, it goes a little bit further than that. Compassion is all about being empathetic and kind, sure, but it’s also […]

Conquering Life’s Storms: A Guide to Thriving in Trying Times

Sometimes life can really get you down. Maybe it’s a child’s learning challenges, teenage struggles with fitting in or bullying, or your own personal challenges such as caring for elderly parents or financial setbacks. It’s important to remember that you are not alone in these challenges. Many others have gone through similar struggles and have […]