RiseUP Blog

Life is a journey, not a destination, so don't be afraid to course-correct when necessary.

Many children become disconnected over the long break, which makes them very lonely.

You don’t have to spend money to give us moms a nice Mother’s Day.

Now that we are one week into the month of May, summer vacation looms ever closer. From now until the end of school, be sure you tell the teachers in your (or your child’s) life how much you appreciate them.

For the last eight months, we as parents have made lunches, assisted with homework, chaperoned field trips, volunteered in classrooms, and encouraged our children’s teachers. … It’s time to give ourselves a pat on the back.

When it comes to your courses in school, if you are doing your best, don’t let others make you feel as if you are not making the grades you should be.

An assessment test such as the TCAP represents only a snapshot of what you have learned at a specific moment in time. The results are not the sum total of your intelligence.

Remember those around you who may not have anyone to spend the holiday with on Sunday. Consider asking someone over for dinner or meeting a single friend for a movie. Just letting people know that someone cares about them can mean the world to them.

It is always the right time to clean out unwanted items, whether clothing, kitchen utensils, or any random furniture. But where do you start? I’m glad you asked.

If you are intentional and hang onto the good times when funny things happen that make you belly laugh, those memories can help get you through the moments when you feel like giving up.

Reading can lead you to imagine fantastic fantasy, follow along with a crime that needs to be solved, or get acquainted with characters who are growing into the type of person they most want to be.

Every spring we lose an hour of sleep, and this small change can throw many people (especially children) surprisingly off-track.

Have a great weekend. Remember, you are most awesome, and YOU ROCK!

Consider doing the Benjamin Franklin method of making important decisions: create a pros and cons list, and whichever column makes the most sense is your result.

Weather is an important factor in my topic today: mental exhaustion. We have hit that time in winter that makes us all groan in one way or another.

This week I want to cover the idea of decluttering your personal space—not only in the sense of physical clutter, but also in terms of surrounding yourself with the wrong people and/or thoughts.

Whenever it’s cold, be sure to carry a jacket or coat with you in case your vehicle breaks down.

Last night, I had to do something I absolutely dread...

You will never know how much it means to someone who is lonely when you take a genuine interest in them. You can make a person who feels worthless suddenly feel they are worthwhile.

Trying new things during your teenage years is not only normal, but also really important in helping you strengthen your sense of self.