Driver fatigue may be a contributory factor in up to 20% of road accidents, and up to one quarter of fatal and serious accidents.
Assertiveness is based on balance. It requires being forthright about your wants and needs while still considering the rights, needs, and wants of others.
“Assertiveness” is the ability to speak up for ourselves in a way that is honest and respectful, and helps us do the things we want to do. This skill can be learned.
Mindfulness enables you to experience and appreciate your life instead of rushing through it, constantly trying to ‘be’ somewhere else – including dwelling in the past, or in the future.
Never doubt yourself. Doubt is only a thought and feeling. Break through the barrier of doubt to better yourself. Doubts are part of life; act in spite of them.
Create a charter as a school or group to make bullying unacceptable. Define rules and guidelines for how you should all treat each other and work together to make a positive difference everyday.
White Pine’s “Defenders” show that bullying behaviour is ‘uncool’ and that social status in school comes from being kind to each other.
White Pine Middle School beat bullying by promoting a culture of kindness. Their student leadership programme empowers key pupils to set an example to others.
Don’t forget about your dog when you introduce a new member to the family. Never leave a dog alone with a child; always supervise dogs and children.
You can contact local dog rescue organisations in your area and offer to volunteer some of your spare time with dogs waiting to be re-homed.