Holidays are often filled with so much activity we neglect to savor the moments with family and friends. According to Pew Research, in 2017 about nine-in-ten Americans (92%)… celebrated Christmas; a study in 2019 according to Gallup reported about the same. According to Pew Research, the role… Read More
Archive for the ‘Productivity’ Category
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Art of Influence
The thought of influencing others may be daunting, but we influence with every aspect of our behavior. Should your intention be to increase your influence, Professor G. Richard Shell of Wharton’s Center for Leadership and Change Management, provides an effective strategy: First,… Read More
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Detox Your Social Circle
Ever notice how being around happy people improves your mood? Whereas other people can suck the life out of you? It is a known fact we are the product of those with whom we choose to surround ourselves. The people close to… Read More
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Wisdom Imparted
Education is emphasized in today’s society as an empowering avenue one must take to advance their career, and consequently their life. Statistics equate education to income or career success, albeit less often to happiness. Many influential experiences occur outside of the classroom. Compassion for… Read More
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Combatting Burnout
Burnout, defined by Psychology Today as “a state of emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress” is at an all-time high. Virtually 69% of employees report some burnout symptoms. Once seen as an excuse for laziness,… Read More
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Self Talk Matters!
Every human being produces approximately 70,000 thoughts per day, according to the Laboratory of NeuroImaging, University of Southern California. Our minds never stop! The marveling fact is that humans are highly unaware of how the mind works, including the impact of our mind on… Read More
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Physical Effects of Emotion
One cannot escape emotions as they govern our lives. Emotions contribute to every decision, act, interaction, and outcome creating experiences more complex than merely positive or negative. A game changer is: we possess emotive choice and research indicates those choices… Read More
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Constructive Conflict
The idea of conflict can cause anxiety to some, whereas other people seem to utilize conflict as an issue-processing strategy. Although conflict is often viewed negatively, it is not always realized with arguing or loud voices. There are various… Read More
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Resolute Change
Regardless of the resource you consult, “resolution” is defined as a promise, pledge, oath, or vow to change. Change of behavior is our expertise! We could publish a plethora of white papers based on collective recommendations (gleaned through research… Read More
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Accessing our most creative selves is always desired, but for many of us emerges as an enigma. Evidently, creativity is heightened by allowing ourselves to relax and actually feel our emotions. In our qualitative profession, we are expert at the… Read More