Mike Robbins 
Do you struggle with control? If you are anything like me and many people I know, letting go of control might be a challenge. I had a simple but profound experience in the swimming pool a while back – learning to float on my back for the first time in my life. I do know … Read more
Embracing our emotions can be challenging. When it comes to finding healthy ways to feel and even express our anger, specifically, the stakes can feel even higher. We often think of anger as something to be ashamed of, avoided, or hidden. However, learning how to feel and express our anger in healthy ways is an … Read more
I tend to take myself a bit too seriously at times, especially when I get stressed, irritated, or scared. How about you? I’ve noticed that sometimes taking myself too seriously not only makes me less effective in dealing with a difficult situation, but it also causes the difficulty itself, or at the very least exacerbates … Read more
This, too, shall pass. It is a saying we hear often. People will say it to us when we are going through something difficult, and while there is profound truth and wisdom in this mantra, it can also be tricky. We must be careful about when and how we say this phrase to others and … Read more
In the wake of some of the recent events in the world and in light of so much of what we’ve all been through the past few years, I’ve been finding it challenging to focus on the good stuff, even though this is at the core of my approach to life and what I teach. … Read more
As much as we love to lend our support and help others, many of us find asking for help awkward or uncomfortable. How can we shift our mindset on what it means about us when we’re willing to reach out to others? When we ask people for their time, feedback, or support in a gracious … Read more
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent more time than you’d like to admit trying to “fix” your “flaws.” Although I may pretend otherwise, many of my goals, desires, and even my motivation to grow and change has often come from a deep place of insecurity within me – thinking that if I could … Read more
Patience is powerful. It can help us persevere, reduce stress, and overcome challenges. Patience may be a virtue, but it’s something I often find challenging. How about you? Given the pace, uncertainty, and intensity of life and work these days, I don’t think I’m alone in the struggle to be patient. But why can it … Read more
Do you struggle with finding life balance? Do you struggle to ground yourself and stay focused? The saying “keep your head in the clouds, and your feet on the ground” is something my dad used to say. While I’ve heard this saying many times (and have always thought it was pretty corny and cheesy), I’ve … Read more
How often do you compare yourself to others? If you’re anything like me and most of the people I know and work with, you probably compare yourself to others more than you’d like to admit. And, as you may have noticed (like I have), this comparison process never seems to feel good or work well. … Read more
