The Great Teachers Inside Us: How Emotions Help Us Grow
We all experience emotions every day — joy, frustration, sadness, excitement, worry, anger, and everything in between. Most of the time, we think emotions just…
A New Way of Looking at Success: How to Feel Successful Now
Here’s a new way to think about success. We all have goals. Sometimes the goal is something big, like starting a business or earning a…
Talk Yourself Down, Not Up: Why Humility Builds Stronger Relationships
This one is about the value of talking yourself down, not up. I recently attended an upscale social event and started a conversation with someone…
Espresso on Everest: The Power of Seeing the Other Side Before You Judge
How often do you get annoyed? I once heard a story about a climber who brought an espresso machine to Mount Everest. When I first…
It’s Written All Over Your Face: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Expression
This one is about how our mind impacts our body — especially our face. A friend of mine, Joanne, worked as a nurse for many…
How to Wake Up to Your Life: The Power of Everyday Mindfulness
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re someone who cares about growth and self-improvement. And if that’s the case, you’ve probably heard the word mindfulness…
Lead Like Jeopardy: The Power of Asking Questions in Leadership
Growing up, I watched a lot of television, and one of my favorite things to watch was game shows. Of all the game shows searching…
How to Reclaim Your Childlike Excitement and Growth Mindset
On the first day of on-campus instruction at Heliotrope Avenue Elementary, staff member Sylvia Vasquez was conducting routine health checks. She asked each student how…
How to Answer “What’s New?” in a Way People Remember
When you meet someone you haven’t seen in a while, what’s the first thing they usually ask? “How are you?”And we say, “I’m good.” Then…
the Real Difference Between Passion and Enthusiasm (And Why It Matters)
I looked out the window, and it was raining. I didn’t want to run today. The couch was comfortable. I was tired. But I stood…