Accepting what is…is one of the many important aspects of life that is much easier said than done. For much of my life, I’ve struggled to accept certain things about myself, others, and the world around me. As someone who’s committed to change and transformation, the idea of “acceptance” has often seemed weak or passive … Read more
In recent years many of us have an increased awareness of the relationship between humans and our planet. Whether it comes to driving electric or hybrid vehicles, recycling more, buying environmentally-friendly products, or letting our business and political leaders know how we feel, there are lots of things we can do, both big and small, … Read more
Finding it difficult to stay positive these days? You’re not alone. For many people, myself included, the stress of life today and all we’ve been through in recent years, makes it all too easy to fall back into a “doom and gloom” outlook on the world around us. Unfortunately, that negativity doesn’t only harm ourselves—but … Read more
Would you like to be more effective at appreciating people around you? Think about someone who’s shown you an act of kindness. What did they do or say that made you feel appreciated? It can be as simple as a smile or a thank you, or, more significantly, lending a hand on a project or … Read more
How do you react when you get feedback? If you’re anything like me, you may both love and hate it at the same time. And while most of us want to receive helpful, honest feedback, at the same time, we’re often scared about what people might say – especially if it could hurt our feelings, … Read more
How do you feel about asking people for help? Many people, myself included, find it challenging, especially at certain times and in specific situations. When I’m feeling stressed or pressured, I try to do everything myself – either because I feel insecure about asking for support or because I self-righteously think that I’m the only … Read more
Embracing paradox is all about accepting that more than one thing can be true at the same time. This is essential for us to do within our teams, families, communities, and the world for a number of reasons. Why is Embracing Paradox so Important? So many aspects of life and work are paradoxical, especially these … Read more
How well do you listen to the people around you? Listening can be challenging, especially these days, but the power of listening is so important. When we listen, it allows us to better understand ourselves and other people too. However, with all of the distractions around us and within our own heads, it’s incredible that … Read more
What does being bold mean to you? Bold people are daring and courageous—they’re not afraid to break the rules. They have their own identity and are willing to express it. Are you that type of person? Do you consider yourself bold? Some of us do, but most people I know and work with, myself included, … Read more
How honest are you? While most of us aren’t bald-faced liars who go around deceiving people consciously, if we’re honest with ourselves about it, we often don’t fully speak our truth or express all of our emotions. We’ve been trained and have in turn trained ourselves to be “appropriate” and to say and do the … Read more
