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Fostering Joy in Busyness

Psychologist Barbara Fredrickson explains that joy literally broadens our thought processes and builds our personal resources.

The Unpredictable Gift of Gratitude

Gratitude lists are everywhere, what if the most meaningful things to be grateful for are the ones that didn’t go as planned?

Is Fearlessness a Myth? Why Running From Fear is Keeping You Stuck

But here’s the thing—what if fearlessness isn’t the goal? And what if running from fear is actually what’s keeping you stuck?

The Importance of Rest and Recovery: A Closer Look at Simone Biles

Simone reminded us the way to come back stronger isn’t to force it. But to go back to the basic skills, rebuild confidence and self-trust.

The Power of Mindset: Shifting From Limiting Beliefs to Empowering Thoughts

In the journey of personal growth and self-discovery, one of the most potent tools we possess is our mindset. The way we perceive...

The Sacrifice of Yes: Embracing the Trade-offs in Our Choices

Ultimately, recognizing the sacrifice inherent in every yes helps us lead more intentional lives.

In the Shadow of the Moon: My Total Eclipse Experience

There are moments in life that seem to stand still, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the mundane becomes magical....

Calmness: The Unsung Superpower of Humanity

In the relentless hustle and bustle of today's world, where the pace of life seems to accelerate with each passing moment, there exists a...

Embracing Feedback: The Unspoken Superpower of Emerging Leaders

Let's talk about something that might make some of us squirm just a bit - feedback. Yes, I know, the word alone can send shivers down the...

God With US?

Every Christmas season I go back to the original Christmas story. I've read it or had it read to me more than 100 times in my life time....

Cultivating Connection in a Culture of Independence

In our increasingly interconnected yet paradoxically lonely world, the pursuit of independence, convenience, privacy, and comfort often...

When Confidence Wavers: The Imposter Among Us

"I'm a fraud." There's a thought that's crossed my mind more times than I care to admit. You've likely felt it too. You step into a room,...

Holding On When Letting Go Seems Easier: The Art of Staying Motivated

I stood there, at the edge of giving up. The view from this edge, you ask? Annoyingly blurry, with a heavy mist of frustration and a...

Personal Growth: Thriving in Times of Transition

Life is a series of transitions, each offering unique opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery. From career changes to...

Navigating Career Transitions

Transitioning careers can be a daunting process. Whether you're seeking new challenges, pursuing a passion, or adapting to the changing...

Seriously, Don't Make Me Play

I was born serious. My mother says I came out of the womb telling the doctor what to do. I love to read, research, and study while others...

3 Tips for Being, not Doing

When we knock out the to-do list, wrangle an emotional preschooler, comfort the grocery store cashier who’s having a bad day, and...

Anxiety and the Fast Pace of Change

I listened to a speaker a few weeks ago who said his father moved from East Texas to West Texas in a covered wagon. He participated in...

Ella Baker's Life and Legacy

Ella Baker was a powerhouse of the civil rights movement, yet her name remains relatively unknown outside of activist circles. A tireless...

Let Go of Who You're Supposed to Be

Let go of who you think you’re supposed to be and embrace who you are is the subtitle of Brene Brown’s book The Gift of Imperfection....

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