Happy World Bicycle Day! Tomorrow, we celebrate the seventh annual World Bicycle Day. In April of 2018, the United Nations General Assembly declared the third day of June as a day to recognize “...the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation.” World Bicycle Day is a day to celebrate something we often take for g

Motivational speaker Paul J. Meyer once said, “Communication—the human connection—is the key to personal and career success.” Much of life, achievement and human relationships is based almost entirely on connecting and communicating efficiently with those around you. Whether you’re in the business world or the nonprofit realm, communication is a critical component of moving things forward and accomplishing your goals.  However, more often than not, the complex art of teaching

In today’s modern world, connecting with other people is easy. Whether it’s through texting, social media or the latest dating app, we have no shortage of ways to connect with others in our daily lives. However, despite these avenues of connection, people feel lonelier than ever. One recent study shared by CBS News, conducted by the Harris Poll, concluded approximately two-thirds (72%) of Americans experience loneliness. And for many, this isn’t a once-in-awhile occurrence; o

If you’re a human being, then you have something positive you can contribute to the world. Chances are you have a talent worth sharing. As Arianna Huffington says, “Giving can be as simple as giving joy to others—sharing our talents and skills to help them tap into their own ability to experience wonder.” Whether it’s an uncanny ability to teach, shooting the perfect three-pointer shot in basketball or even a sincere knack at organizing your planner, your gifts and talents ar

Spring Break has come and gone, which means the end of the school year is quickly approaching… and summer is just around the corner. If you’re a student or have a student in your life, you know how difficult it is to keep the faith and stay motivated as these last few weeks draw to a close. Motivation is a tricky thing, and with summer almost here, it’s easy to give up on school entirely. However, fear not! We have the best motivational tips and tricks to keep you motivated f

It looks green and icky. You lean in closely and give it a sniff, only to recoil in disgust at the smell. Immediately, you feel your stomach lurch in a gagging motion. If this sensation is familiar to you at all, then you may just be a picky eater. Whether you’re an adult who has dealt with picky eating your whole life, or you have a child going through their pickiest phase, you know the struggle of trying to find food that won’t make your gag reflex jump. Luckily, there are

Happy Earth Day! Since 1970, Earth Day has existed as a global event recognized by more than 192 countries who are committed to caring for the future of our planet. Tomorrow, April 22nd is dedicated to our beautiful Earth: celebrating it, enjoying it and of course, considering ways to protect it.  It’s no secret that the environment matters. However, if you’re just one person, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by how much there is to do. How can one individual make a difference i

Compassion, empathy and service to others—these are only a few of the values volunteering on a regular basis can teach us. Volunteering shows us our own privilege and how we can use it to help those less fortunate than we are. For many people, volunteering isn’t a part of our lives until a school course requires it for credit, encouraging us to go “be a part of the community.”  These are great outlets and programs, but what if we started instilling these volunteering values a

Happy April, and National Poetry Month! National Poetry Month is the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of poetry fans demonstrating poetry’s important place in our culture. According to Poets.org , the goals of National Poetry Month include highlighting the extraordinary legacies of American poets, encouraging the reading of poetry and increasing the attention and support of poetry in education. Poetry is a cultural art form that combines the be

So, you have a passion for helping others. You’ve heard about struggles locally, nationally and even internationally, and you want to make a difference. You want to get involved with a cause, but there’s just one small problem… you’re not sure which cause to get involved in. After all, there are so many wonderful organizations, charities and programs out there, all working towards making the world a better place. You would love to help all of them, but you don’t have a ton of

If you’ve ever been involved in a volunteer program, you know how uplifting and fulfilling the act of helping others can be. There’s no other feeling in the world quite like seeing their smiling faces and knowing that you helped make a difference in somebody’s life. You know that serving the community supports those around you, but did you know it can help you as well? Turns out, helping others can actually help you live longer. You heard that right: the key to a long and fru

Happy springtime! March 20th marks the official first day of spring. Are you ready to celebrate? The time has come to put away those winter coats and start breaking out the shorts and sandals as we embrace the cool, sunshine spring weather.