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“aaa-AAA-AAA-AHH!” — *Elphaba, Wicked Some weeks, the most honest expression we have is a full-bodied, unfiltered AAA-AHH! A sound that sits somewhere between frustration, release, and breakthrough. Elphaba’s cry isn’t chaos; it’s clarity. It’s the moment when holding it all together gives way to acknowledging what’s real. Today’s reflection invites us to embrace that moment. What if the shout is not a collapse but an opening? An opening to name what feels heavy, to honor wha

In an old television series from 2011, a line cuts through the noise of conflict: “When did helping your neighbor turn into a character flaw?” It’s a question that still echoes in leadership spaces today. The remark arises from an argument between two people: one intent on helping a struggling family, the other convinced they had earned their hardship through poor choices. The exchange exposes a deeper truth about leadership in schools, organizations, and communities. We ofte

Kindness doesn’t just stop at one moment or one person. It ripples. It takes root. It grows in places we may never see. Whether you’re...

Leadership Starts Within Leadership isn’t just about directing others; it’s about knowing yourself. The most potent leaders lead with...