RiseUP Blog

Learning about the hardships that others face helps those of us with privilege and power learn what is going on and how we can make a difference.

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.

In addition to promoting full and equal access for women and girls to participate in science, the day is also a great time to recognize the role that women and girls play in science and technology.

Getting a job is one of the best decisions that I made during my high school years—a decision that hopefully you will make, too.

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.

In this recent workshop for RiseUP Cooperative, Garry Thurman and Tyde McIntosh discuss how to avoid making financial decisions that will one day bring you grief. Garry and Tyde both work at Guardian Investment Advisors in Chattanooga and are hosts of the podcast "Plan Today Own Tomorrow."

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

I cannot compare my achievements (or perceived lack of them) to others, and you shouldn’t either. We can have the same situational experience but take away totally different internal realizations.

With either a traditional vacation or a staycation, you can schedule a time to unplug from technology, engage in the hobbies you keep telling yourself you want to do more, or take LOTS of naps. (I personally encourage you to do that.)

I am suggesting this in place of resolutions because if we focus too much on what we want to “fix” about ourselves, we forget about the good things about us we already have.

If you find yourself feeling a little droopy, you are just fine. Give yourself permission to need a break from others.

The good news is that conflict can be healthy, if handled correctly. It can help us affirm our beliefs, realize our faults, and become more empathetic people.

Negativity can chip away at our peace of mind and possibly even our confidence in what we do. It can also get to the point of impeding our ability and desire to do our best.

The presenter, Sam Turnipseed, talked about a lot of things that I experienced during my very first job interview.

A young person getting upset about not getting what he or she wants is no more abnormal than a dog dangling a rope. Adults don’t need to pick up the rope and fight it out.

This week I want to give a shout-out to the teachers who are having their annual Christmas concerts: orchestra, band, and choral. They have worked for weeks to prepare so their students can show off their musical ability.

Everybody’s waiting for the Elf on the Shelf...