Courage To Grow

Author : Laura Sandefer
Publisher : Greenleaf Book Group Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1626344914

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Courage to Grow by Laura Sandefer Pdf

Acton Academy: The one-room schoolhouse for the twenty-first century Seeking a 21st century education for their children, Laura and Jeff Sandefer jumped off the track of conventional school and created a new model for learning. They created Acton Academy as a better school where learning is made practical and meaningful and where students begin a lifelong Hero's Journey to discover their true potential. Using the Socratic method, elements of the Montessori approach and state-of-the-art online instruction, Acton guides students toward independence and self-motivation, helping them find the courage to grow into the person they were meant to be. Soon, other parents wanted to start their own Acton Academies, and less than a decade from the seven founding students' first Socratic discussion, Acton has spread around the world. ​Courage to Grow is the Sandefer family's personal quest for their own children's education and happiness. Their story also contains a path for other parents who want to give their children the freedom to take ownership of their own education and to start their own school. The treasure at the end is much larger than Laura ever expected--a quickly growing network of dedicated, curious young people and parents who are not afraid to set them free.

Author : Barbara Cawthorne Crafton
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-10
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780819229106

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The Courage to Grow Old by Barbara Cawthorne Crafton Pdf

Here is Barbara Crafton at her best—funny, warm, direct, honest, and vulnerable—on aging. “I think growing older is both funny and sad, but mostly it just makes me grateful to be alive and able to reflect. I have been an Episcopal priest for 33 years and have had extensive experience in ministering with the elderly. Now, I am growing old myself. I hate it when people are ashamed of being old. We should be proud!” she proclaims. Join her in this celebration of life!

Author : Parker J. Palmer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2009-05-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780470469279

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The Courage to Teach by Parker J. Palmer Pdf

"This book is for teachers who have good days and bad -- and whose bad days bring the suffering that comes only from something one loves. It is for teachers who refuse to harden their hearts, because they love learners, learning, and the teaching life." - Parker J. Palmer [from the Introduction] Teachers choose their vocation for reasons of the heart, because they care deeply about their students and about their subject. But the demands of teaching cause too many educators to lose heart. Is it possible to take heart in teaching once more so that we can continue to do what good teachers always do -- give heart to our students? In The Courage to Teach, Parker Palmer takes teachers on an inner journey toward reconnecting with their vocation and their students -- and recovering their passion for one of the most difficult and important of human endeavors.

Author : Sue P. Thoele
Publisher : Conari Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1996-11-01
Category : Dependency (Psychology)
ISBN : 1573240656

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The Courage to Be Yourself Journal by Sue P. Thoele Pdf

A creative journal designed by psychotherapist, Sue Patton Thoele, this book combines inspiration, courage and constancy with an interactive growth experience. The author mixes quotes from her books with lessons and exercises to guide the private words and thoughts of readers.

Author : Rollo May
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1994-03-17
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780393346954

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The Courage to Create by Rollo May Pdf

"Extraordinary, wise, and hopeful... nearly poetic meditations."—Boston Globe What if imagination and art are not, as many of us might think, the frosting on life but the fountainhead of human experience? What if our logic and science derive from art forms, rather than the other way around? In this trenchant volume, Rollo May helps all of us find those creative impulses that, once liberated, offer new possibilities for achievement. A renowned therapist and inspiring guide, Dr. May draws on his experience to show how we can break out of old patterns in our lives. His insightful book offers us a way through our fears into a fully realized self.

Author : Michael Coss
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0983169829

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The Courage to Come Back by Michael Coss Pdf

I wrote The Courage to Come Back book to offer some hope and inspiration to other brain injury survivors and also to their family members and to also let the general public know about the benefits of hyperbaric chambers.I also hope that by sharing my story with others, it will give them the fire within to keeping fighting for every inch and every step in their journey of rehab and recovery.I hope that my story inspires people to be the best that they can be to other individuals and that they appreciate fully what others have done.As a result of my injury, I am in a very good position to share my experience with others, as many doors have closed behind me and now I must open up new ones, create new friendships, and other contacts.I have created The Michael Coss Brain Injury Foundation to assist children undergo HBOT therapy as I was given a second chance at life and now it is my turn to give back to others.As a result of my injury, I feel that I am a better person, stronger, and better equipped to deal with life's curve balls and my experience with a TBI, I see as nothing but a speed bump along the road.My book was written to pass along key learning's as to what it is like to have sustained a brain injury to other brain injury affected individuals and their families. It will also give hope and inspiration as the road back is a long, frustrating journey, with many speed bumps along the long winded road. And lastly, it is to educate the benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy to the general public and to spread the word on The Michael Coss Brain Injury Foundation.The journey back is a long frustrating journey for TBI affected individuals and their loved ones. If I can simply take their mind off their current situation for a short brief moment and interject a little distraction, maybe even perhaps a little bit of humor then I will be content giving back to society with my key learning's and story.Unfortunately, there is no magic solution or a pill that one can swallow to ease the pain and discomfort caused by brain injuries. Affected individuals must surround themselves with a positive loving atmosphere that will allow affected individuals to continue to grow, be independent as best they can, and will return to a more normal way of life.I am very fortunate that my parents decided to relocate to Vancouver from Quebec City, leaving family members, and friends behind as they felt that I would need all the support that parents and loved ones could offer me.Thank you Mom and Dad for re-locating to Vancouver to offer my family and I, the very best of support, both physically and emotionally, I am forever grateful and indebted to the both of you for offering me a second chance at life.Your son, Michael

Author : Salvatore R. Maddi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 91 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9789400752221

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Hardiness by Salvatore R. Maddi Pdf

These are turbulent times in which it becomes increasingly important to survive and thrive despite stressful circumstances. Hardiness is the pattern of attitudes and skills that provides the courage and strategies that helps people be resilient by turning potential disasters into growth opportunities and fulfillment, thereby enhancing their performance, sense of fulfillment, and health. Hardiness as the pathway to resilience under stress has become of considerable interest, it is beginning to have an influence on the emerging emphasis of positive psychology by expanding this approach beyond mere happiness, to the courage and strategies needed to make the most of difficult times. The book starts with the special value of hardiness in being resilient by not only surviving, but also thriving under stress, and thereby achieving fulfillment in living. The book then elaborates on the pattern of attitudes and skills of hardiness that form the pathway to this needed resiliency. It discusses the 30 years of validational research and practice that is available concerning hardiness. The book offers various applications of hardiness assessment and training that can contribute to a better life. These include, among others, how hardiness can be trained in school and emphasized in psychotherapy, how hardiness facilitates the intimacy and longevity of relationships, and what organizations need in order to perform successfully in these turbulent times. The book is of interest to academics, industrial and organizational psychologists, clinical psychologists, mental health professionals, and professionals in public health, social work, sociology and human resources.

Author : Karin Hurt,David Dye
Publisher : HarperCollins Leadership
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781400219544

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Courageous Cultures by Karin Hurt,David Dye Pdf

From executives complaining that their teams don’t contribute ideas to employees giving up because their input isn’t valued--company culture is the culprit. Courageous Cultures provides a road map to build a high-performance, high-engagement culture around sharing ideas, solving problems, and rewarding contributions from all levels. Many leaders are convinced they have an open environment that encourages employees to speak up and are shocked when they learn that employees are holding back. Employees have ideas and want to be heard. Leadership wants to hear them. Too often, however, employees and leaders both feel that no one cares about making things better. The disconnect typically only widens over time, with both sides becoming more firmly entrenched in their viewpoints. Becoming a courageous culture means building teams of microinnovators, problem solvers, and customer advocates working together. In our world of rapid change, a courageous culture is your competitive advantage. It ensures that your company is “sticky” for both customers and employees. In Courageous Cultures, you’ll learn practical tools that help you: Learn the difference between microinnovators, problem solvers, and customer advocates and how they work together. See how the latest research conducted by the authors confirms why organizations struggle when it comes to creating strong cultures where employees are encouraged to contribute their best thinking. Learn proven models and tools that leaders can apply throughout all levels of the organization, to reengage and motivate employees. Understand best practices from companies around the world and learn how to apply these strategies and techniques in your own organization. This book provides you with the practical tools to uncover, leverage, and scale the best ideas from every level of your organization.

Author : Welby Altidor
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781119347224

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Creative Courage by Welby Altidor Pdf

Achieve more, do more, create more with the power of creative courage Creative Courage challenges you to step outside of your comfort zone and truly make an impact. Set aside the same old routine and break the status quo—because you can only rise to new heights if you first smash the ceiling. Written by the former Executive Creative Director of Creations at Cirque du Soleil, this book shows you how to step up your game, flex your creativity, and make big things happen. Whether you work independently or as part of a team, whether you're self-employed or part of an organization, and even if you think creativity isn't a part of the work that you do—this book gives you the perspective, courage, and kick start you need to think differently about the things you do every day. Creative courage is more than a strategy, it's a way of life. It opens your mind—and the minds of those around you—to new approaches, new ideas, and new schools of thought that can revolutionize the way you work. This book invites you to experience the freedom and power at the intersection of courage and creativity so you can finally: Foster a more collaborative culture Bring depth and meaning to every project Turn challenge into opportunity Create work that matters The value of creative thinking extends far beyond the arts, but the work it allows you to produce has the power to touch like great art can. You gain the ability to make a more profound impact, and you inspire and motivate others to do the same; you become a catalyst for bigger, better things, driven by the enormous potential of the free-thinking mind. Creative Courage helps you break out of the box and start making things happen today.

Author : Paul Tillich
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2023-11-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : EAN:8596547733508

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The Courage to Be by Paul Tillich Pdf

The Courage to Be introduced issues of theology and culture to a general readership. The book examines ontic, moral, and spiritual anxieties across history and in modernity. The author defines courage as the self-affirmation of one's being in spite of a threat of nonbeing. He relates courage to anxiety, anxiety being the threat of non-being and the courage to be what we use to combat that threat. Tillich outlines three types of anxiety and thus three ways to display the courage to be. Tillich writes that the ultimate source of the courage to be is the "God above God," which transcends the theistic idea of God and is the content of absolute faith (defined as "the accepting of the acceptance without somebody or something that accepts").

Author : Lois Barth
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-08-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1628656484

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Courage to Sparkle by Lois Barth Pdf

Author : Kristine Servais,Kellie Sanders
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-02-23
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781442216020

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The Courage to Grow by Kristine Servais,Kellie Sanders Pdf

The Courage to Grow: Leading with Intentionality shows educational leaders how to design and carry out a leadership professional development plan. It is a guide that allows leaders to construct their own learning to measure knowledge, assess growth, and improve performance. This training manual is for the teacher leader, beginning principal, practicing principal, assistant principal, department chair, district office administrator, aspiring leadership candidate, and professor of principal preparation. Chapters begin with a section called Learning with Intentionality, as defined as an intense energy or desire to grow exponentially, followed by a personal application of Caring with Intentionality. Chapters 2 – 7 include a leadership self-assessment utilizing the ISLLC Standards and conclude with growth activities. Depending on their leadership roles, the readers can select activities best suited to grow performance from present realities to ideal conditions for learning. The reader is then encouraged to design a personal Action Plan that takes into account knowledge from each chapter, strategies for growing performance with intentionality, and self-assessment results. Finally, each chapter includes websites, resources, and activities to improve leadership.

Author : Laura Sandefer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0999520563

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Courage to Grow Case (44 Books) by Laura Sandefer Pdf

Author : Gail Miller,Jason F. Wright
Publisher : Deseret Book
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Businesswomen
ISBN : 1629724270

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Courage to be You by Gail Miller,Jason F. Wright Pdf

Gail Miller writes about the lessons she learned first as the wife of Larry Miller and then as his widow, taking over his role as president of the LHM Companies, which include several car dealerships, a movie theater chain, and the Utah Jazz.

Author : Kelley W. Powell
Publisher : Lioncrest Publishing
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1544514670

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Courage to Lose Sight of Shore: How to Partner with Private Equity to Grow Your Business with Confidence by Kelley W. Powell Pdf

You've founded a successful company and now it's time to grow. Is a private equity investment the best route? Assuming it is, what's the right timing and how do you find the ideal partner, one whose values and expectations align with yours? Kelley W. Powell works every day to grow the portfolio companies of private equity firms. Now she wants to give you the confidence and clarity to move forward by sharing an honest account of what to expect when you pursue private equity. Courage to Lose Sight of Shore will give you a greater understanding of your company's story and yourself as a leader so you can decide whether private equity is right for you. You'll also learn how to find the right firm, navigate the process, and scale the business alongside your new partner.