by Gretchen | Jul 2, 2013 | Random Stuff
Have you ever found yourself going into a new experience worrying that you’ll totally mess it up? For better or worse, fear of failure is one of the most common human anxieties. So, it’s no surprise that recent high school grads might worry that...
by Gretchen | Nov 5, 2012 | Random Stuff
It’s college. You’re no longer living at home. Your time is your own to manage as you please. You no longer have to suffer under constant watchfulness from teachers and parents. Especially for kids with learning differences — many of whom received...
by Gretchen | Sep 10, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Communication
I’ve just been communicating with a family who was shocked to discover that their son failed a college class last semester. Even the student himself was dismayed. What!? Failed? When we looked into it, we found out that he hadn’t realized that 30%...
by Gretchen | Jan 29, 2010 | Academic Coaching, MuseCubes, Random Stuff
I recently took a walk around Lake Merritt with a former academic coaching client. What sweetness! One of the things I adore about my work as an academic/life coach for teenagers is that I get to build strong connections & collaborations with young people. And...
