Sometimes people are apprehensive to become a mentor because they confuse the role with parenting, but that couldn’t be farther from the reality. Instead of being an authority figure like a parent, mentors often are a fun outlet while still being a role model that supplements family dynamics for their mentee.
Boone County has more to offer than you might expect. From creative outings to small-town charm, there are plenty of fun and unusual ways to spend your time. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, these ideas offer something a little different.
This past winter, I took a course offered by DePauw called “The Skills of Happiness with Professor Doug Smith.” Having heard about these types of classes being offered at Yale and Harvard, I was eager to sign myself up and see what the fuss was all about. To my amazement, this class has changed my life and helped develop some tools that will stay with me throughout life.