Oya: Stay in Faith, Changemaker!

Oya: Stay in Faith, Changemaker!

“It’s OK, Little Tree! Don’t worry, you’ll be OK! You need the rain!”, I cried from my office window. I was deeply concerned about Little Tree. She had been planted in the hole left by the landscapers when they mercilessly chopped down my beloved eleven year old birch...
Lakshmi and The Don’t Want Virus

Lakshmi and The Don’t Want Virus

“Oh, I’m so confused.”, I sighed “I don’t like this model. I’m not crazy about these features.” Five automobile websites and still nothing that makes my heart sing. I thought I wanted an SUV since I miss having a truck, but I really do love having a car. This is such...
Keys to DIY Voice Care Part 3 Breath

Keys to DIY Voice Care Part 3 Breath

Speaking is a verb. So many of us never think about it. It’s just something we do. Nothing special about it. Speaking isn’t like running or jumping. Speaking doesn’t require physical exertion. Therein lies the myth. We do not think of speaking as a verb in terms of...
Keys to DIY Voice Care Part 2 Rest!

Keys to DIY Voice Care Part 2 Rest!

I know this sounds obvious but again it’s something we rarely think about. Resting your voice. Finding the natural break or “nap time” for your voice during the day is of utmost importance. Studies show that 48% of teachers report vocal strain year after year. Most of...