ChatGPT mean the death of creativity/originality? I always say what bothers me about my students using ai/chat gpt, is they aren’t working their creative muscles, just relying on a computer. Short term to pass a class, great. Long term to navigate life… not so great. I think this speaks to the “you’ll never use this,” … Continue reading

“Winter arc”

I've never thought about the complexities of winter. The leaves wilt off the trees as it becomes colder, colorless yet darker outside, the more cozy we make our environment. We rest, eat comfort food, light candles, wrap ourselves in blankets and then there's the holidays. I think it's still all about perspective. Per usual. What … Continue reading “Winter arc”

note to self

Welcome back: I don’t want another year of this.  I don’t want another year or making other people’s wildest dreams come true. That’s what happens when you don’t go after yours. You become the background character in someone else’s story. A supporting actor. Being your highest self means letting go of your lowest… You have … Continue reading note to self

Being a teacher means constant countdowns until breaks. Whether it’s fall, thanksgiving, winter, spring, or summer. Always looking forward to something other than where you are. And then you’re on break, but so anxious about going back, that you never quite enjoy these “breaks.”This summer I want to do nothing and everything all at once:I … Continue reading

Breaking up with myself I hope this letter finds you in a moment of reflection and self-discovery. It's time for us to have a difficult but necessary conversation. Over the years, we've shared countless experiences, faced challenges, and celebrated victories together. We've grown, learned, and evolved in many ways. However, as I reflect on the … Continue reading