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By Coach Chuck BarnardOriginally written and published January 2, 2022Updated in light of events that followed This article was originally written and published January 2, 2022 and has been updated in light of events that followed.   My resolution for the year 2022 was simple yet profound: I will become a warrior against fear. FearContinue reading “Becoming a Warrior Against Fear (Updated Reflection)”

A positive mindset has long been associated with various health benefits, both mental and physical. In recent years, research has increasingly supported the idea that the way we think and feel can significantly influence our overall well-being. A positive mindset, characterized by optimism, hopefulness, and a focus on the bright side of life, has beenContinue reading “How Does a Positive Mindset Lead to Better Health?”

Language or the conveying of information is one of the unique and wonderful things about being human. While biologists tell us other species use language to communicate, humans are able to create many forms of language. Math is the language of science. Python is the most common language of computer programming. Music is the languageContinue reading “Language, Music, and the Word: The interplay between the mind, heart, and spirit.”

by Charles Barnard You cannot separate mindset from morality. Your mindset is how your brain organizes information. It is intricately connected to your beliefs and values – your morés. Your morals or your ethics will guide your behavior and attitude because they are a component of your mindset and to a certain extent your identity.Continue reading “Mindset and Morality”

It was the evening of July 21, 2023. I can’t tell you the exact time, but my wife looked at me through her cloudy eyes and mouthed, “I love you.” Just a few hours later at just after 2:00 am July 22, 2022, she passed away. It had all happened much too fast and justContinue reading “A Husband’s Tale: Honoring the Past and Embracing the Future in the Aftermath of Loss””

by Charles Barnard             In today’s world, it seems to be a dangerous idea to look at what you believe about your self-identity and challenge it. In today’s world, there are some identifying factors we are supposed to celebrate because the individual is being true to themselves. Yet, we know, and people would likely agree,Continue reading “Take Responsibility and Get to Know Yourself”

by Charles Barnard Steve was not really much different than far too many other middle schoolers. He was awkward and was constantly clowning around. He didn’t have many friends but took solace in the laughs he could generate from his peers. He didn’t realize they were laughing at him not with him. It didn’t matter;Continue reading “A Personal Breakthrough Case Study”