Halfway there…when students come back from winter break, the school year is nearly half over. But, the end still feels so far away for many students. And, winter can be a difficult time for them to persevere…to keep on going and not quit. As a mentor, you can be the one to help keep them going and focused on the end. Here are a few ways you can do that this month:
Mentoring Minute for January 7, 2019
Be Encouraged (mentoring works!) A refuge from problems– A mentee recently shared what she appreciates about her new mentor: “Spending … Read more
Nancy on the Living on Your Hearts Edge Radio Show.
The “Be The One” approach:
Monday’s Mentor Minute – December 31, 2018
Be Encouraged
A new young man comes in with a friend to request a mentor: He seems confident, articulate, a good looking kid who is involved in sports, seems to have friends, and is never in trouble at school. “What are you hoping for in a mentor?” He wants someone to talk to about all the stress he feels in his life, his passions, and stuff going on at home.
Students crave meaningful connection with adults.
Be Challenged
[ Building Hope ]
“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.
Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” -Helen Keller
Mentoring Challenge – Building Trust
Building Trust One of the primary goals of mentoring students is building trust with them. Without their trust, your impact … Read more
Monday’s Mentor Minute – December 24, 2018
Be Encouraged After meeting this week, a mentor reflects with me on the change in demeanor for a young man … Read more
Mentoring Challenge – Building Resiliency
Building Resiliency What is resiliency? Resiliency is “the capacity to bounce back, rebound, and successfully adapt in the face of … Read more
BTO live on the Charleen Hess Show
Monday’s Mentor Minute – December 17, 2018
Be Encouraged
Student barges into my office: “ I have a question. When is my mentor coming? I really miss her! I have some feelings I need to get out! ” Later that afternoon while meeting with her mentor, the hurt, anger, and confusion over parents who had recently separated poured out. Her mentor of two years was the safest person to trust with her deep feelings.
Doesn’t everybody need someone to talk to?
Be Challenged
[ Building Resiliency ]
Mentoring Challenge – Building Empathy
Building Empathy What is empathy? Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. Like trust, … Read more