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 […]
5 Habits to Kick Out for Personal Growth: A Guide to Overcoming Self-Doubt and Procrastination
Now that we are a few months into the new year, it’s the perfect time to check in on yourself and take inventory of your goals and habits. Are you still working towards your new year resolutions, or have you lost your enthusiasm? No worries, it happens to the best of us. However, it’s important […]
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 […]