Stop Saving Happiness for Fridays: How to Choose Joy Every Day
Every Friday, something interesting happens. When I talk to people for work, I can feel their energy shift. They say things like, “It’s finally Friday.”As…
How to Say Goodbye with Meaning: Why “Let’s Keep in Touch” Isn’t Enough
How often have we finished a conversation at the end of a school year, when leaving a job, or even after spending just a few…
Get Over Yourself: A Simple Way to Reduce Stress and Feel Better
This one is about getting over yourself. When we feel stressed, overwhelmed, or frustrated, most of us fall into the same internal dialogue: My job…
Savor the Middle Bites: Learning to Be Present in Everyday Life
I’m not much of a sweets person, but I have to admit — I have an ice cream weakness. The fancy, small-batch, designer flavors, especially.…
Exploring Your Inner World: Why You Are More Unique Than You Think
Exploring the Worlds Within You Imagine your personality as a deck of cards. Each card represents a different character trait — compassion, dedication, punctuality, comfort-seeking,…
How to Measure Personal Growth and Live a Meaningful Life
I recently visited an amusement park that I loved when I was a kid. Back then, it was the most magical place in the world…
How to Frame Your Ideas for Greater Influence
Think about a simple newspaper article. On its own, it’s nothing extraordinary. If you taped it to a wall, it might even look out of…
The Look on Their Face: Why Important Conversations Should Happen in Person
Have you ever received a message from a boss, a coworker, or a client that simply said, “I’d like to talk to you.” You instantly…
How 5% More Effort Can Lead to 50% Better Results
5% more will get you 50% more This is how putting in an extra 5% in everything can get us 50% better results. I, like…
How to Write Emails That Get Replies
I recently helped a friend prepare for a job interview she really wanted. She showed me the email she planned to send to the hiring…