“Though something within him raged at the need to drag his feet and slow down the progression of his discovery to accommodate her young mind, he endured so that she might be included. He consulted her on every decision, talked over the reasoning behind each choice he’d already made, and bounced ideas off her, often finding real value in her input.” TeacherTeachingPatienceWorking TogetherTeamworkBrilliant MindsCharacter GrowthMentor And StudentMentor Mentee Book:The Paragon Source: The Paragon
“It was thought that decisions were made by the logic-front of the brain, while emotions were controlled by the feeling-back of the brain, the part deeper and closer to the heart. In their culture, it was the responsibility of the party still thinking with the logic brain to rebuke those overtaken by emotion, who intended to start silly arguments or cause harm to others. The logical person would bring shame and reason to their friend by striking the front of the head, and thus increasing blood flow to the area. The science of the practice was murky, but at its core, it was customary practice to smack someone who seemed in need of a good smack.” Character DevelopmentLogical ThinkingLogical ReasoningCharacter GrowthPrefrontal CortexFantasy WorldCultural NormsEmotion Vs Reason Book:The Paragon Source: The Paragon
“He had people in there, people who needed him to show up. And show up he would. He realized that was all it really took to be a hero.” InspirationalHeroHeroismShowing UpCharacter DevelopmentShow UpCharacter GrowthUnlikely HeroesWhat It Takes Book:The Paragon Source: The Paragon
“She no longer felt quite so much like a sunflower always seeking the sun’s warmth, but rather like the moon—a perfect companion made to shine brighter in its presence.” InspirationalFriendshipBest FriendsSunflowerFemale FriendshipFemale FriendsEqualsCharacter GrowthCharacter StudySun And Moon Book:The Paragon Source: The Paragon