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There are countless benefits of being multilingual or bilingual, especially learning languages at a young age to be able to communicate with people of all ethnicities throughout your life. It's also easier to not waste a lot of time using translation apps or platforms. According to statistics, around 43% of people in the world are bilingual and 17% are multilingual. The earlier you can learn another language, the better.  REASON #1: Traveling to Other Countries It is also valuable to learn a foreign language so that on your next out-of-the-country trip, you can understand others fluently. Being able to recognize...

What is visualizing success? Visualizing success refers to creating a mental image of achieving a desired outcome to increase motivation and improve performance. Many athletes, business professionals, and celebrities have used this as a powerful tool or technique, which helps oneself overcome self-fear and build confidence. Studies suggest that visualization is based on neuroscience, which is how the brain works and functions.  Have you ever participated in a sport? If so, you may have felt uncertain or hesitant about a skill or trick you are practicing. Especially during a championship or tryout, you always want to make sure you do...

It has been widely known that Oprah, Steve Harvey, Jim Carey and other well known celebrities, high-powered executives, athletes and the wealthy have used vision boards to manifest the life they’ve wanted. Neuroscientists, who are brain scientists, have evidence that our brains don’t know the difference between what is real and what is imagined. Therefore, the brain will subconsciously work towards and pursue what is repeatedly put in front of it. The stories of Oprah, Steve Harvey and Jim Carey aren’t completely about the success that they are now known for. They all came from adversity and small beginnings with...

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Many ask children at an early age this question, but why not expose elementary school children to career exploration?  Career exploration is the process of learning about different careers, the skills and education required, and the potential job market for each field. It involves researching, observing, and experiencing different careers to gain a better understanding of what is needed to be successful. This should align with a person’s interests, skills and values.  If this is so crucial, why isn’t this skill more prevalent in elementary school? Although it may seem...

Have you ever told yourself, “I can’t do this” “I’ll never be able to…” or “I hate myself”? Research shows that the brain does not recognize the difference between negative and positive input statements and will act accordingly. Those statements repeated over and over become internalized in your subconscious mind and become who you are. You’ll go throughout your entire life approaching every opportunity with a defeated attitude. Identifying when these limiting beliefs about yourself started is key. Consider thinking back through your early childhood. It may take some time to pinpoint what experience triggered the negative thought. Was it...