It sounds a little counterintuitive that in a fast-paced, busy workplace we would instruct someone to pause – that it will be a game-changer. But it is exactly that – a game-changer. In what ways, you ask? Here are 3 areas that are positively impacted: Decision-Making Bias Interrupting Self-Care These 3 things are necessary in…
I recently watched the video of Bruce Springsteen‘s Broadway show. Springsteen is a master storyteller, and an incredible songwriter, guitarist and bandleader. His music and his narrative move me from the tips of my heels to the top of my head, much like cycling does. His show, like his autobiography, Born to Run, reflects that…
Amazing that Summer is upon us and half of the year has gone by. For some, it is has flown by and for others, it has crept. Either way, now is a good time to take a reality check on how you are doing with the whole idea of taking care of yourself. Self-care is…
The month of March can signal many things to many people. For me, it is nearing the beginning of Spring, a time of new growth. We have had a lot of change over the past few months and our approach to how we respond to change can be empowering or stifling. We will take a…
To be in congruence is to be “in agreement or in harmony,” and this state of being can be applied anywhere and in any situation. It starts with awareness of what your values are, and noticing if you are living in line with what you believe. Your values are those bottom line non-negotiable conditions for…
Expectancy is an interesting thing. If you are expecting a negative outcome, you may get what you expect if your viewpoint is narrowed and you are relying on historical experience, early messages or set beliefs. When you begin to notice what you expect, you will also understand how your mind and body will follow suit.…
What are three things do you need more or less of in your life and career? Meditation sets the tone for the day. I meditate pretty much every day. One of the most beneficial things I get from this practice are thoughts that inspire me and my work. Also, if I am feeling tense or…
Fight/Flight Feeling a strong need to defend – defend our position, our status, our self-esteem – whatever we are afraid of losing. It is paralyzing to growth and transformation. Exclude Exclude or close yourself off to opportunities to explore different ways to approach situations. We are often blind to emotional reactions that were learned through…
Transforming Stress Merriam-Webster defines Stress as “a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.; something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety. Stress is a topic that gets a lot of attention because it can be unhealthy and there are a number of action steps that are…