by Rupe | Oct 11, 2021 | Mentoring
Need to know
Your child screams out that you are stupid and demands that you leave him alone. Your teen responds to your well-intended piece of advice
with an eye-roll and a ‘Whatever.’ Your preschooler is having her fourth mammoth meltdown of the day over a puzzle piece that doesn’t fit. You can’t seem to get your
kids to even brush their teeth when they are told to. And so you lose it. You blow up at them, releasing your pent-up emotions just like they do. You have to get them to change somehow, right? You are not alone. It happens to the most well-meaning parents.
Source: How to stop yelling at your kids | Psyche Guides
by Rupe | Jun 4, 2021 | Mentoring, Reflections
My father gave me two pieces of advice when I was very young. First, never dig a pile of dirt from the middle. (Shovel at the bottom, so the dirt falls into the blade.) And second, always live in a ranch-style home. (So you can still get around all of it when you’re old).
I was not raised by my father. My parents divorced when I was an infant, leaving my mother to raise four sons by herself. That’s why his advice didn’t involve anything time-consuming or with multiple steps, like how to shave or barbecue rib
Source: Why You Shouldn’t Tell Your Child to Have a Plan B | LEVEL
My Comments: Very interesting and insightful advice to parents.
by Rupe | Jun 4, 2021 | Education, Inspiration, Mentoring
JAHEIM HARRIS’ affinity for mathematics started back in basic school and continued at the Angels Primary School, where he got perfect scores in the subject throughout, and participated in numerous mathematics competitions as well as the Schools’ Challenge Quiz.
His recent outstanding performances in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate examinations (CSEC) has earned him the number one spot in additional mathematics and physics in the region on the recently released CSEC merit list.
Source: St Jago’s Jaheim Harris is Caribbean’s No. 1 in add math, physics | News | Jamaica Gleaner
My Comment: This young man has been a consistent performer from a very young age. I have watched him from a far grow into his potential. I think he has much more to do – so much more to accomplish.
by Rupe | Jul 9, 2020 | Mentoring, Social-Race Issues
Eddie C. Brown is the founder, chairman, chief executive and senior portfolio manager of Brown Capital.
I was raised in the Jim Crow South, when the railroad tracks separated whites from blacks and African Americans were considered second-class citizens. Raised by common laborers who worked hard in Florida’s citrus groves, I had my world widened by weekend excursions to Orlando, where seeing white men in suits and ties behind desks left an impression. It was there where possibility was seeded.
I began my investment career as the first African American portfolio manager at T. Rowe Price in 1973, not because of some quota or the good graces of white executives, but because the meritocratic model made me visible and managers were supportive. After 10 years in the business, I became an entrepreneur.
Source: WAPO
My Comments: I found Mr. Brown’s piece in the Washington Post to be very insightful, timely and important reading for African Americans still trying to eek out a piece of the American dream.
by Rupe | Apr 3, 2019 | Education, Health-Wellness-Sex, Mentoring
We adults all experience it, hate it, and deal with it. Over the years we’ve learned ways of handling stress that work best for us. (It’s the reason some of us devour pounds of chocolate…)
Our college students are different, though. They’ve been shielded somewhat from the stress of what we call “real life.” Growing up, yes, they experienced the stress of trying to make good grades, succeed at extracurricular activities, and fit in with different groups of people. However, they had their parents around back then. When they took on too much, we helped them prioritize and streamline their commitments. When they were over tired, we made them go to bed. When they didn’t feel well, we kept them home from school and made them soup and Jello. We were back-up alarm clock and day planner. That was our job as parents.
Source: University Parent
My Comment: This site has been a great source over the years. So thankful for it.
by Rupe | Aug 7, 2018 | Education, Mentoring
Starting college is an exciting, yet terrifying prospect. It’s worth it in the end for most students, but there are still some things I wish I’d known before my first day.
Source: Transition from High School – What I Wish I Knew Before Starting College
My Comments: Pretty good piece.
