Inconsistent Consistency

Consistency is often seen as the key to success. But what if I told you that INCONSISTENCY can actually be helpful? Sometimes our rigid and perfectionist tendencies can lead to frustration with ourselves and our goals. Let’s explore this together. Quotes "Don't beat...

Break out of that Comfort Zone

We all have a comfort zone. It's the place where we feel safe and comfortable. It's where we know what to expect and we don't have to take any risks. But if we want to achieve great things in life, we need to step outside of our comfort zone. Quotes "The only thing...

Happiness in Life

Happiness is a universal human pursuit. In fact, the Declaration of Independence talks about, “life, liberty, and the pursuit of ‘happiness’. We all want to be happy, but what does that really mean? And how can we achieve it? There is no one-size-fits-all answer, but...

I think I’ll wait on that

Have you ever eaten a whole bag of chips even though you knew you'd regret it later? Or maybe you've bought something on impulse that you didn't really need. These are just a few examples of instant gratification, the act of choosing a smaller, immediate reward over a...

I think so!

Thinking is a fundamental aspect of human life, shaping our perceptions, decisions, and actions. However, without even realizing it, on a day to day basis, we fall back on using our minds in one or two set patterns. These patterns are called “Thinking Models”. We use...

Endorsing Weakness? What?

I recently came across the book, The Portable Coach, by Thomas Leonard. What immediately caught my attention while scanning the table of contents was this: “Endorse Your Worst Weakness”. At first glance, I thought… “Wait. What?” But then I realized the truth. We often...
Are you imbalanced?

Are you imbalanced?

Work-life balance is about finding a balance between work and personal life. It means having time for work and also for family, friends, and hobbies. We can take care of ourselves, have good relationships, and feel happier in both areas of life. But if we don’t have...

The Gift of Forgiveness

The Gift of Forgiveness

You probably know that I am a person of faith and follower of Jesus. Today’s topic is near and dear to my heart. Jesus says, “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither...

Unleashing the Superpower of Humility

Unleashing the Superpower of Humility

Humility is powerful. It affects our relationships and careers. It's not about wallowing in weakness or lacking confidence. It's about recognizing strengths AND weaknesses without boasting or dominating others. Let’s explore humility's importance, characteristics, and...

Dare to set some boundaries

Dare to set some boundaries

Setting and maintaining boundaries is an essential aspect of maintaining healthy relationships and living a fulfilling life. Boundaries refer to the limits (physical, emotional, or mental) we set for ourselves in terms of what we are willing to accept, tolerate, or...

I may be wrong, but…

I may be wrong, but…

This might be one of the most difficult phrases to say out loud. Yet if we speak it honestly and sincerely, we will not only become better learners and thinkers but also foster respectful and productive discussions with our peers. “I may be wrong, but…” This is what's...

Are You Resilient?

Are You Resilient?

Crisis is a fact of life. Whether personal crisis such as loss, abuse and financial instability OR the shared reality of national or global tragedy such a terrorism, natural disaster, and pandemic OR something of our own making; Adversity happens to all of us. The key...

How To Remember What You Read

How To Remember What You Read

Throughout my years of leadership, I’ve often heard the quote: “Readers are Leaders”. Over the course of my life, I have sought to read widely in order to expand my knowledge and influence. However, I do sometimes struggle to remember what I’ve read. That’s why I...

Can we slow down time?

Can we slow down time?

Have you ever wished you could slow down time? Is it even possible? How? Today’s article is real food for thought and provides some concrete actions we can take to make time move slower thus allowing for more enjoyment and satisfaction. Today’s Theme: Slowing Time...

The Power of Belief

The Power of Belief

Have you heard the phrase, "If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you can't"? Well, science shows that our beliefs really do affect our brains! This means that if we change our beliefs, we can actually change our brains and make new pathways that help...