Tag Archives: ability

  Can the words we use to praise our students sap the motivation to learn? Why is it that some students seem to excel at school right away, then burn out, while other students start slow, but finish first?   Good Intentions That Trigger the Trap   Emma and Noah wait for their teacher to return their… Continue reading →

Many factors influence one’s ability to assimilate new information in the mind. Students and teachers often find themselves suffering from mental fatigue, brain “fogginess” and difficulty with memory. Several factors can influence the way the mind functions. When the mind is optimally nourished with Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D and Vitamin B-12, it is more focused and agile.   Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty… Continue reading →