What do You Need to STOP Doing?
Things that matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter least. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Most of us spend too much time on what is urgent and not enough time on what is important. Stephen Covey Many times during my conversation with leaders they will speak almost fondly of when they […]
Why Leaders Need to Choose Their Brand
I don’t know how many times I have heard this story from clients when I ask them what they want next in their career…”I don’t really know. I just started on this career path and did what needed to be done. I kept getting promoted and just fell into my next position.” To be […]
Is the News Making You Sick?
How often do you read, watch or listen to the news? If your answer is, “Too often!” you are not alone. A recent survey reports that one in 10 adults checks the news every hour and 20% say they are constantly monitoring their social media feeds- which often include news stories. Just think for a […]
Why Your Stress-filled Life Needs Water
I spent this weekend by the water-canoeing, paddle-boarding and swimming . It brought back wonderful childhood memories of spending all day at the pool only pausing to come back home for food. What’s better then that relaxed sun-soaked feeling?! There’s a reason so many of us like to vacation by the water, whether it’s playing […]
Rewire Your Brain for Joy
In a typical day at work do you see more problems or solutions? Do you notice negative emotions more or positive ones? If you lean towards seeing problems or focusing on negative emotions then welcome to the human race! Our brains are wired to look for problems and dangers. This is a great thing if […]
The Simplest Stress Relief Technique Ever!
Have you noticed that during a stressful, busy day you tend to stay focused and tense sitting in front of your computer or in a meeting? By the end of the day your muscles are sore and knotted. On top of that your brain is foggy and you feel totally exhausted. Today, I have a […]
What Do You Control?
It seems like work-stress is as common as fur balls in cats or lint in dryers. Most people I talk to are barely keeping up with the workload and then… another huge roadblock is placed by a manager or client derailing progress, the company goes through a restructuring, a favorite boss leaves for a […]
Stressed? Flap Your Wings
One evening not too long ago I was walking around our neighborhood park. In the park there are two little ponds that attract a myriad of wildlife. As I strolled past one of the ponds a loose dog ran by and lunged at a duck who had been resting in the foliage near the water. […]
The Power of “What If?”
A quick question for you…When under stress do you think about what you want to happen or what you are afraid will happen? If your answer is that you worry about what you are afraid will happen then welcome to being human! Our brains are naturally bent to focus on what we fear. Sadly, this […]
Bath in Nature – Lower Your Stress
Several years ago I purchased a meditation series that was proven to calm the brain and move you into an Alpha, Theta or Gamma brainwave states. As I settled into a comfy position and put on my headphones I was surprised to hear sounds of rain, wind and water. After further study I shouldn’t […]