When in Doubt… Let Them Play! The Power of Self-Directed Play
When in Doubt… Let Them Play! The Power of Self-Directed Play Written By: Jim Grout Almost every day this summer on a small island in Maine, I ride my bicycle
September 10, 2026
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Building a Better World Through Intentional Connection
Building a Better World Through Intentional Connection Written By: Jim Grout In my book, When In Doubt… Give Them Your Heart I define connection as the essential starting point for
September 3, 2026
The Power of Our Work in a Vulnerable Time
The Power of Our Work in a Vulnerable Time Thoughtfully Written By: Ryan McCormick Our work is about the young people in front of us. Right now. And that matters,
February 20, 2026
Expert Insights: Talking Tough Conversations with Lisa Hunt
Expert Insights: Talking Tough Conversations with Lisa Hunt Let’s be honest—most of us would rather do just about anything other than have a tough conversation. (Clean the fridge? Sure. Reply
August 29, 2025
Introducing: Navigating Challenging Dialogue® — A New Workshop to Help You Lead Hard Conversations with Confidence
Introducing: Navigating Challenging Dialogue® — A New Workshop to Help You Lead Hard Conversations with Confidence We’ve all been there—those moments when a conversation takes a sharp left turn. Emotions
August 11, 2025
Developing an Emotional Vocabulary
Developing an Emotional Vocabulary A Resource to Help Navigate Your Emotions More Facilitation Resources Let’s Talk About Emotions It’s powerful stuff, the connection between emotions and learning. The sheer number
June 28, 2024
3 Easy Icebreakers for Groups
3 Easy Icebreakers for Groups 3 Easy Icebreakers for Groups Self-Spotting Leans, Jump In Jump Out & Find and Flee More Facilitation Resources Warm Up With Icebreakers for Groups Standing
March 12, 2024
Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: An Innovative Resource for Students and Adults
Emotions By High 5® Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: An Innovative Resource for Students and Adults Introducing Emotions by High 5 How are you feeling today? It’s a typical question in the
November 7, 2023
Put on the Brakes in Class with Brain Breaks
Put on the Brakes in Class with Brain Breaks Put on the Brakes in Class with Brain Breaks What do humans and sea slugs have in common? The fact is
August 15, 2023
How to Inspire Creative Thinking at Work – Play More!
How to Inspire Creative Thinking at Work – Play More! How to Inspire Creative Thinking at Work – Play More! There’s a lot of information describing organizations that have succeeded
June 20, 2023
3 Authentic Icebreaker Activities
3 Authentic Icebreaker Activities Building Community with Ubuntu Cards — I am because you are. Cards as Conversation Starters Card tricks have always been a good icebreaker for any group.
April 25, 2023
Why Time Is So Important in Learning
Why Time Is So Important in Learning Text box Edge of Leadership Summer Stories Like Frodo in The Fellowship of the Ring, we are all confronted with decisions that will
February 17, 2023