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…
How Your Emotions Teach You to Become Your Best Self
We all actually have some of the world’s greatest teachers living inside us. They show up every day, but we just rarely recognize them. Those…
How to Know If You’re Living a Good Life
If we’re living life well, how do we know? No ceremony at the end.No trophy.No diploma handed to us on our deathbed says, Congratulations —…
Forget It Till You Get It: A Better Approach to “Fake It Til You Make It”
Here’s a new way to think about “Fake it till you make it.” We’ve all heard the phrase, and most of us assume it means:…