REAL Reflections

R*E*A*L*

Resilience. Empowerment. Autonomy. Extraordinary Living.

These four ideas are embodied in the inspirational quotes and stories included in R*E*A*L* Reflections: Inspiring Quotes for Empowered Living. These wise words from remarkable individuals are a testament to the strength and resilience that is within everyone. They are a reminder that no matter where you come from or what you have endured, you have the power to create a beautiful life that you deserve! Following each series of stories and quotes in R*E*A*L* Reflections are keywords and questions for reflection as well as space for you to express your thoughts and feelings about what you are reading so that you, too, can build and share your own R*E*A*L* with the world!

Dr. Teri Rouse, Ed.D., is an educational coach and consultant, multiple best-selling author, international speaker, creator of the Snuggle Bunny Book Club(TM), and developer of the R*E*A*L* Peaceful Parenting framework. She has not only spent more than thirty years in classrooms, she works with private clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds to develop and implement customized behavior interventions. Additionally, Dr. Teri teaches education at multiple post-secondary institutions and travels the globe as an educational coach and consultant to present at conferences for teachers, school administrators, and international organizations.