We don’t know how we’ll feel
After, or even during, a major event—mass shooting, weather disturbance, actions as a result of a pandemic—in discussions about public policy or legislation, we often see “How would you feel if it...
View ArticleWhy am I Not Making the Progress I Want?
Before I get too deep into this post, I’ll tell you that I have the answer to my own question. It’s not really a rhetorical question, though, because I didn’t have the answer until recently. Well,...
View ArticleImpostor Syndrome
I’ve always felt like a fraud. Well, maybe not exactly a fraud, more like a play-actor. Like I didn’t really belong. Like everyone around me was smarter, more talented, and more deserving of success...
View ArticlePurpose or Principle? How to Optimize Your Life’s Path
As human beings, we are often driven by a sense of purpose or a set of principles that guide our actions and decisions. Purpose and principles are not the same, but one is not better than the other....
View ArticleNavigating Life’s Journey: Finding Direction and Embracing Uncertainty
Lion; Image by budz McKenzie, a pretty awesome illustrator. Check out more of budz’s work here; some NSFW, but really innovative. In his thought-provoking book, The Lion Tracker, Boyd Varty shares a...
View ArticleFear No More: Effective Strategies for Saying “No” to Requests and Invitations
Image created with Dall-E from text I supplied Have you ever found yourself agreeing to take on a project or attend an event you had no interest in because you didn’t want to disappoint someone? Or...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Guide to Stress-Free Travel Packing
In this fast-paced world, travel has become an essential part of our lives, from business trips to family vacations. Yet, packing can often be a stressful and overwhelming experience. The key to...
View ArticleCrossing Time and Space: How Family Traditions and Stories Build Resilience...
Meet Emily, a college sophomore who can’t make it home for Christmas. While she’s thriving academically and socially, this holiday season leaves her feeling homesick. But a care package from her...
View ArticleThe Irony of Escape: Meeting Your Destiny on the Road You Take to Avoid It
In the intricate tapestry of life, a paradox often unfolds: individuals sometimes meet their destiny on the very paths they take to avoid it. This concept, both intriguing and bittersweet, underscores...
View ArticleHow to Effectively Manage Your Time and Energy
60 seconds in a minute. 60 minutes in an hour. 8 hours in a standard workday, 24 hours in a day. 7 days in a week. 4 weeks in a month. 52 weeks or 12 months in a year. We measure time depending on how...
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