Mind Wandering?

How often does your mind wander? Could it be a good thing?  Psychologist Jonathan Smallwood's research reveals that unhappy minds tend to wander into the past, while happy minds focus on the future, suggesting that wandering among memories helps us prepare for what's...

Are you burned out?

Burnout - It’s a pervasive issue in today's workplaces, leaving individuals feeling drained, cynical, and ineffective. In today’s article, Scott Young delves into the insights of Christina Maslach, a leading authority on burnout, to understand its underlying causes...

Let the sunshine in

Today’s topic, on the power of light and its effect on our health, brings back memories of a song popular in my teen years. I’m dating myself, but you might remember the song “Age of Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In” by the 5th Dimension. The song spent six weeks at...

The Dumber Side of Smart

In contemporary Western societies, we place such a high value on those with exceptional intelligence. Such individuals are frequently entrusted with leadership positions. But, their very brilliance can be a double-edged sword. An inflated sense of self-assurance may...

It’s not the end of the world… Is it?

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by negative thoughts concerning certain circumstances or events? You're not alone. Catastrophic thinking, where you assume the worst possible outcome, can spiral out of control. Years ago, one of the young children my wife babysat used to...

Your Confidence Crash Course

Confidence! It’s something so many of us aspire to possess. Whether it is in professional settings, personal relationships, or the pursuit of goals and the attending risks, confidence plays a significant role. However, how do we get it? What practical steps can we...
Train Your Brain

Train Your Brain

You've probably seen those apps that promise to train your brain and increase your intellectual capacity. It's a little difficult to say for sure whether or not they actually work. While some argue that these apps,...

When in Doubt, Zoom Out

When in Doubt, Zoom Out

Have you ever noticed how you can be the go-to guru for solving everyone else's problems, but when it's your turn to take your own advice, suddenly there's a mental roadblock? Happens to the best of us. It turns out that it’s a well-researched phenomena which has been...

The Art of Assertiveness

The Art of Assertiveness

A personal challenge for me over the years has been the fear of asserting myself, expressing my needs, and standing firm. Even when I've made attempts, it had the potential to come at the expense of the relationship. Assertively asking for what you want or need can be...

I can’t do that now!

I can’t do that now!

THE POWER OF NO Years ago, I was part of a group of pastor’s which met together monthly to discuss leadership, personal growth and church systems. One of the principles I learned during that time was to not only have a “To-Do” list, but also a “Not to Do” list....

Slowing Down Time

Slowing Down Time

Happy New Year! I thought it would be appropriate to center this first edition of THE THURSDAY RESET for 2024 around the intriguing theme of time. Have you ever noticed that time seems to slip away with each passing year? I often wonder if it's a result of having more...

How much do you owe the Sandman?

How much do you owe the Sandman?

Do you ever have a rough night's sleep? You know what its like. You toss and turn for a big part of the night. Then, all the next day you feel tired, fuzzy-headed, and it's challenging to get things going. Research has found that consistent lack of quality sleep can...

Problem or Situation

Problem or Situation

One of my early mentors was fond of saying, “There are no problems, only opportunities”. This was brought back to me when I read a recent blog post by marketing expert, Seth Godin. In his post he calls for us to make a clear distinction between problems and...

I’m happy in not knowing!

I’m happy in not knowing!

As part of my seminary training I took a course in adult learning and education. One of the characteristics of adult maturity that particularly intrigued me is a growing “tolerance for ambiguity”. Indeed, I have personally experienced that. As I’ve crossed the 70 year...

Lonely?

Lonely?

It’s ironic that in our “connected” society, we can feel so disconnected from one another. Vivek Murthy, the 19th surgeon general of the United States, has called loneliness and isolation the most prevalent health issue in the country. Research indicates that chronic...

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