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Thinking About Gratitude

November 20, 2020November 19, 2020 by Phil Harrison

In spite of the continuing global pandemic and all of its disruptions to life, many are still approaching the Thanksgiving holiday with a spirit of gratitude. That is a good thing! Gratitude has many benefits overall according to Robert Emmons, one of the world’s greatest researchers in the area of gratitude. In his article … Continue reading Thinking About Gratitude

Characteristics of Caring

February 14, 2020February 12, 2020 by Phil Harrison

Not long ago I was with a colleague and reflected on why I became an educator. Like so many people, my response began with, “When I was in school, there was a teacher . . . “ In my case, it was at least four teachers (a band director, two English teachers, and a Theater … Continue reading Characteristics of Caring