Have you heard of the study that led to the discovery of learned helplessness? In this experiment, a group of dogs were divided and placed into two different rooms. In one room, the dogs were exposed to a series of inescapable electric shocks. In the other room, a second group of dogs also received shocks, … Read more
Is it just me or have you noticed an undercurrent of cynicism, and even an apathy about the future, in our culture today? It’s almost an underlying feature of the media we consume. Between the 24-hour news cycle, which constantly exposes us to the impacts of war, poverty and injustice, and even the lack of … Read more
No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave. ― Calvin Coolidge We’re living in the age of a new revolution: the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution. Similar to the industrial revolution, AI is changing the world as we know it today. Recently, the CEO of the widely … Read more
Everyone you meet knows something you don’t know but need to know. Learn from them. ― C.G. Jung Think back to all the movies and stories where everything is resolved through the power of friendship. It’s a theme we see so often that it has become a cliché. But clichés usually stem from consistent outcomes. In … Read more
In today’s highly divided culture, it’s common to form strong emotional attachments to the issues or topics we believe in. While these passionate attachments may fuel our commitment and drive, they can also cloud our judgment, reinforcing our biases and making us more vulnerable to misinformation and less open to differing perspectives. This experience is … Read more
Everyone belongs. What does this mean to you? Belonging has become something of a buzzword in the education community. It’s a term often discussed during school meetings; it’s even embedded in the Australian curriculum from early childhood all the way up to high school. Belonging itself is fundamental to our identity and overall wellbeing. Research … Read more
Have you ever played the game ‘Werewolf’? For those who are unfamiliar, the game begins by secretly assigning roles. A group of players is divided into werewolves and villagers, with the werewolves knowing who they are, while the villagers start the game with no information. During the day, the villagers must work together to identify … Read more
The Positive Habit of Perseverance Perseverance is the strength to see something through to the end without giving up or losing heart. When we face moments of uncertainty, doubt, and fear, perseverance helps us realise there is a reason to press on. It is important to identify and commit to the worthy goals in our … Read more
