Room at the Table: Giving Thanks for Strange Sides
The beauty of Thanksgiving, or any holiday, isn’t in the delicious dishes (the ones that actually make sense), it’s in the people who bring them. Friends. Family. Neighbors. New faces who become familiar ones. When we pull up chairs, set extra plates, and welcome everyone as they are, something incredible happens. We have the chance to engage in richer conversations, even if we don’t always agree.
Spirited Away: Lessons on Reimagining Holiday Cheer
Discover how Spirited, the modern musical twist on A Christmas Carol, delivers timeless holiday lessons through laughter, song, and heartfelt storytelling. We’re examining themes of redemption, personal growth, and embracing imperfection as this film inspires a season of kindness, connection, and transformation. Perfect for anyone seeking meaningful reflections wrapped in holiday cheer.
5 Steps to Practicing Thanksgiving Year-Round
Gratitude isn’t just a holiday feeling—it’s a mindset that transforms our mental well-being, strengthens relationships, and builds resilience. By finding joy in the little things, creating year-round rituals, and acting on thankfulness, we can carry the magic of gratitude far beyond the holiday season.
What The Best Christmas Movie Ever Can Teach Us About Teaching
A Muppet Christmas Carol is not just the best Christmas movie of all time (Elf being a close second); it is an apotheosis of teaching. Its lessons are simple but important: know your subject, connect with your audience, understand your medium, and prioritize high quality in all of your efforts.
Thanksgiving: The Case for Gratitude
For many of us who work in the sometimes polarizing world of higher education, where the culture is competitive and the pace can be punishing, gratitude is kind of like a big, fancy dinner: it’s a cool idea, but it’s really hard to make time for. Luckily, many of us get a whole 4-day weekend for Thanksgiving, a holiday with thankfulness literally built into the name.