Self-discipline means that you have the inner strength to control your feelings, behavior and impulses. When you are self-disciplined, you’ll discover that you are constantly reminding yourself to think positively and to control all your actions, while avoiding negativity. By practicing self-discipline you’re able to achieve long-term goals without being distracted by what could go wrong during your drive for your goals.   Self-discipline also means that you are dependable. Others will rely...

by Carrie Spencer After-school doesn’t have to mean worksheets, screen time, or structured sports. For many kids, that 3 to 6 p.m. window is prime space for self-discovery, experimentation, and sideways growth — the kind of growth that school hours often suppress. Parents looking to feed that curiosity are finding fresh options far beyond piano lessons or soccer practice. Creative, nontraditional programs are reshaping what enrichment looks like. If you’ve ever wondered how to introduce your...

With the New Year comes new goals. It is a tradition to set resolutions each year that will help you become a better person. The New Year has always been a time to reflect on the past and the changes you should make, and to find the resolve to follow through on those changes. Resolutions can be difficult, but you can overcome those challenges if you approach those goals with a Black Belt attitude.   Black Belts have the character to guide them in the right direction. They are loyal, hard...