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April 25, 2025

Leading Like a Brazilian Football Coach

As the 2025 World Cup of Soccer draws near, I find myself thinking about some of the great nations of soccer. Only a very select number of teams have ever won the tournament more than once: Brazil, Germany, France, Italy, Uruguay, and Argentina breathe this rarified air. And among these, Brazil is the only nation with five championships. 

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Break Break
March 11, 2025

Work. And Rest.

A few weeks ago, I shared my thoughts on the benefits of physical activity for both our minds and bodies. As we approach March Break, it feels timely to highlight the importance of rest and relaxation. Taking a break is something I personally struggle with, and I know many of you do, too. Our principals and vice principals, in particular, often find it challenging to take a lunch break when there are hundreds of students to supervise. Despite our best intentions to take a moment "later" to eat and catch our breath, sometimes "later" never comes.

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February 24, 2025

The Brain-Body Connection

True confession: I enjoy physical activity. I start most days with vigorous exercise. I wake up at 5:00 am Monday to Friday so I can be unrushed in my morning ritual, which includes fresh espresso, a scroll through various social media feeds, CBC radio, and yes, a fitness workout.  

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January 21, 2025

Embracing Vulnerability: The Courage to Fall in Order to Rise in 2025

Ready or not, 2025 is here! While I am not one for resolutions, I like setting personal and professional goals. A new year brings with it a sense of hope and opportunity. No matter what happened the previous year, a new year feels like another chance to step closer to a dream, an aspiration, or even start something entirely new.

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