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Tag: Healthy Relationships
A Crash Course in Aikido: Living a Healthy, Memorable Life with Martial Arts
Most of us don’t start thinking about health and longevity until an unexpected death occurs. Fortunately, we don’t have to … More
The Color of Fear: Friends (Diversity Series, Part II)
When friends come over for dinner, does everyone look like you? In an exploration of what it means to make … More
Gratitude: A New Year’s Resolution
This year I’ve not made any New Year’s resolutions, something that in the past had often marked the metaphorical turning … More
Allies for a New Generation of Conscience
This semester I’ve been taking the time to listen to my students’ stories, the ones they never tell. I’ve been … More
Believing in People: Practical Practice in Supporting Each Other
I’d like to think that as a teacher, it’s my job to believe in people, especially when they … More
Four Great Reasons to Get a Game Night Going
While I make time to play with children as often as possible, I also love to play games … More
Children and Board Games Go Together
These days, video games are all the rage with young people. They’re everywhere and really fun. They’re exciting because they … More
Learning to Age with Grace and Dignity
Now that I’m older and more aware of the cycles of life, I see how critical it is to … More
There’s Still Time for Broccoli!
Hello, all you fresh-vegetable lovers. This message is for you. If you’re in the San Francisco Bay Area, … More