I can not let the rest of my life pass knowing that there are these amazing individuals out there who are able to make huge contributions to our planet and yet they are being overlooked. Now is [...]
We have a collective idea about what “brilliant” means. Some see Brilliance as a certain type of intelligence. We see Brilliance as all of the possible intelligences. We see Brilliance as a [...]
Sometimes, when we are in the midst of a process, we don’t know where we are going to end up. And it turns out it is that very process that matters most and, ultimately, that gets us there. As [...]
What kept me going, besides the incredible team of creative branding and marketing people who are dedicated pioneers and thought changers like me, has been the continually serendipitous [...]
15 years ago, I went out on my own and developed a way of working with Unique Learners. The key was being present with the families, young people, teachers and mental health care professionals I [...]
This past year of birthing Be Brilliant U was full of in depth research and a very deep writing process. I found myself, for the first time, putting into words what it is that I do, who it is [...]
Here is a taste of some of the unconventional schooling and training that opened my eyes to the possibilities of teaching and allowed me to teach the way I do. Psychology – I loved Child [...]
In my mid 20’s, I was advised by a career counselor to explore a graduate school certification in Special Education. This next step would complement my other two degrees nicely. I already had a [...]
Well, I could tell you that I loved to play school when I was a little girl (which I did) and loved to play the part of the teacher (which I did) and that is what led me to this particular moment [...]
So here is to the Unique Learner – I am in awe of you! I love the authentic way you see life and how and when you are present in being yourself. The creative way that you take in the world: [...]