It may be hard to sometimes take a risk because of the possible negative outcomes. While taking a risk can have negative effects, it is also important to look at the positive effects and how we can overcome the negative side. If we take the pro

Finding a Balance Between Reading and Experience

Mar 10th, 2021 7m 25s

Reading from books gives us a lot of in depth background knowledge about a variety of topics. Without them we would not know what we are interested in and what career path we may want to follow. However, they have their own limitations. We can

The Importance of Kindness

Feb 23rd, 2021 6m 47s

We meet many people everyday, and we know some very well and others we do not know at all. However, it is important to be kind to the people we talk to. Being kind helps with creating stronger friendships, gaining confidence and relieving stres

The Value in Being a Good Listener

Feb 9th, 2021 8m 5s

It is very important to share our own opinions and ideas because we all have our own unique thoughts to bring to the table. However, at the same time it is very important to listen to what others have to say. Through this we are able to gain ne

The Impact of Diversity

Feb 3rd, 2021 7m 13s

Everyone has different experiences and events that shape who they are and what they believe in. As a result, everyone has different perspectives and views on the world. Diversity is very important because it helps move society forward by consta

How Confidence Positively Affects us in Many Areas

Jan 19th, 2021 6m 48s

Everyday we have to make decisions. Sometimes they are simple while other times they could be complicated and difficult. However, we have to be confident about the decisions we take so that we do not regret them. Confidence helps us in our deci

What Comes out of Discussions

Jan 13th, 2021 6m 20s

We all have topics that we are passionate about and have a lot of knowledge about. We might end up meeting someone who is passionate about the same topic but has the opposite stance. It is important that we do not let a discussion quickly escal

How Optimism can Positively Affect our Life

Jan 6th, 2021 7m 31s

We all likely have activities that allow us to live in the present and enjoy what we are doing in the moment. These activities give us optimism and hope about what is to come. Optimism allows us to make sure we keep the positive people and thin

Why We Should See the Good in Others

Dec 16th, 2020 7m 9s

We meet new people every day, and we may know some of them really well and others we may barely know. However, we should see the good in others regardless of how well we know them. This creates a much more positive atmosphere and mindset. We ge

Why We Should Not Limit Ourselves

Dec 9th, 2020 6m 56s

We are all interested in a variety of areas wether it is in science, math, arts, music, sports or anything else. Based on our interests, we set certain goals for ourselves. Some goals may be very big and seem out of reach. However, we cannot li

The Effects of Technology

Dec 2nd, 2020 6m 44s

Technology plays a daily role in our life and has changed the world forever. Life would be much different today without technology. It has both pros and cons. It can provide us with a lot of information quickly and efficiently. However, it can

The Impact of Integrity

Nov 25th, 2020 6m 2s

We all likely have certain positive character traits that we look for in a person like kindness and respect. I believe one of the most important traits is integrity. Integrity ensures that we surround ourselves with positive and uplifting peopl

Why Taking Initiative Applies to Our Goals and Dreams

Nov 18th, 2020 7m 10s

We often have some kind of goal or dream that we want to achieve in the future. However, sometimes it can seem like a lot of work and effort to get to where we want to be. We have to be willing to take the initiative and that first step towards

Why do we Ask Questions?

Nov 11th, 2020 7m 28s

We ask questions almost every single day, and they are a part of our daily lives. We often do not realize their effect and impact on us because of how often they occur. They can help us clear up any confusion or conflict that is going on. They

The Doors Creativity Unlocks

Nov 4th, 2020 7m 18s

In school, there is usually a set curriculum that we have to follow, and we get tested on this information. School provided us with a lot of important and essential knowledge, but outside of school we have to show our creative side and a side o

The Connection Between Ambition and Commitment

Oct 27th, 2020 6m 54s

We all likely have some idea of what we want to do in the future. This comes from some kind of motivation and interest that we have, and these originate from ambition. Ambition constantly leads to us finding new things even about ourselves. Com

Standing Up For What You Believe In

Oct 21st, 2020 7m 54s

Everyone has their own mindset and perception of the world. As a result, we should stand up for what we believe in. This is very important because it causes new ideas to be brought to the table and brings awareness to certain issues. It is also

The Pros and Cons of Change

Oct 13th, 2020 9m

Change is a very powerful force, and it can have both negative and positive effects. The positive effects like pushing us out of comfort zone can change our life and future forever. They can help us find a path and direction that carries us thr

The Significance of Being a Learner

Oct 6th, 2020 8m 47s

When we are in school, we have teachers giving us lessons everyday when we go to class. It allows us to be exposed to different fields and topics that we may be interested in. However, after college or any higher level education, we will no lon

Important Ideas When Making Decisions

Sep 28th, 2020 7m 22s

We make decisions everyday regardless of how big or small they are. Everyone has their own approach and steps that they take when making decisions. Furthermore, each circumstance when making a decision is different. However, I believe there are

Why it is Important to Face Challenges

Sep 22nd, 2020 7m 3s

We all try to avoid making mistakes in our day-to-day lives because it makes life simpler and smoother. However, if life was perfect, we would never know what to do when we encounter a challenge. It is important to sometimes face challenges bec

The Keys to Effective Communication

Sep 15th, 2020 8m 3s

Communication plays a huge role in our day to day lives. We have to be able to effectively communicate with others to get our message and point across. There are certain things that we can do to make sure we are communicating well and that what

The Benefits of Being Organized

Sep 7th, 2020 6m 50s

There is so many things we do from the moment we wake up to the moment we fall asleep. This can sometimes cause us to be stressed and be concerned if we finished the important tasks. If we organize our work, we can avoid this stress and experie

The Power of Taking Risks

Aug 31st, 2020 7m 13s

Peer Pressure and Standing Up for Ourselves

Aug 24th, 2020 9m 50s

We live in a time when peer pressure is very prominent. It plays a role in many things that we do even if we are not thinking about. Peer pressure can have positive effects on us, but in many instances it can be negative. It is important we do