When a relationship has a powerful effect on something really important to you, it’s a vital relationship, and one that is central to your success and well-being. These relationships need extra attention and care. Is the Relationship Pivotal? When you look around for...
You’ve heard the saying, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”. This is meant to keep us from foolishly investing everything into one desired outcome. Sage advice. Now let’s look at the basket differently. Think of the basket as you....
Things are not always what they appear to be. Familiar interpretations of what is going on around you can often limit performance and growth. Because so many well-worn stories can hold you back, it’s useful to bring them into question and consider a new perspective....
Self-care stabilizes your strengths, develops your gifts, and prevents much needless pain. Self-care comes about when you couple compassion toward yourself with personal responsibility for your well-being. Almost everyone practices self-care to some extent already....
When you know your triggers, you can anticipate what situations are most likely to set off a chain reaction of reactivity. Identifying your triggers gives you a starting point to manage your reactions. Have you ever felt strong, confident, and secure one moment and...
It’s been cold here in Seattle lately; colder than usual. But my home is heated, my office is heated and so is my car. I’m very grateful for this presence of warmth. When I stop to really feel gratitude for heat, friends, love, fabulous food, kindness from strangers,...
