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Hurt People Hurt People

Mar 8, 2018

While teaching junior high I observed one of my students physically strike another boy who was developmentally delayed. An educational assistant responded with haste, and rapidly approached both boys with heightened emotions. She proceeded to yell at the boy who had...

Bell Let’s Talk and Listen

Jan 24, 2018

The annual Bell Let’s Talk Day takes place on Jan. 31, 2018. While talking is great, I believe that we must also teach society how to respond to people struggling with mental health issues. Before the age of 25 professionals had already peppered me with...

The Rewards of Hard Work vs Winning the Lottery

Jan 9, 2018

We live in a society where we are always ready for the reward, but we are rarely ready for the work. Think about your first job. Remember when you received that first cheque, and you had the freedom to spend it as you saw fit? Envision a teenager who balanced school...

The Greatest Battle of Your Life

Dec 26, 2017

“What are these scars from?” she asked. “They’re battle wounds.” I replied. She looked at me for a long time. “Who were you battling?” “Myself.” I do not believe that the greatest battle in your lifetime will ever be with another person. In the same way, it will not...

Taking Time for What You Value

Dec 26, 2017

A father returned home from a long day at work, and was greeted by his 7-year-old daughter at the door. She looked up at him with her big brown eyes and asked, “Can I have $5 please daddy?” The father was annoyed by the fact that he had just gotten home,...

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