What if...
We are living in a time of great uncertainty. So much of what we expected to be happening in our lives right now has been postponed, changed, or no longer possible. Most of us are spending our days trying to figure out how to adapt to the ‘new normal’, even though we have no real idea...
Simple Change
Most people hear the word ‘change’ and cringe. We tend to try to keep things in our life consistent, and the thought of change brings up resistance, fear and anxiety. Ironically, life is constantly changing and evolving whether you want it or not, so fighting just creates more stress....
Email After Hours
Do you remember the days when the only way to access your work or email was through the huge computer sitting on your desk? We had to drive all the way to the office if we wanted to get anything done, and most of us were excited to finally have the flexibility to work from the comfort of our...
Managing Distractions
Our world is filled with distractions. We often get to the end of a long day and feel frustrated because while we were very busy, we didn’t actually get any of our important tasks completed. We all have the same 24 hours in a day; the ability to manage our attention is what creates a true...
Success in Work and Life
We’ve all heard the term ‘work-life balance’. There are even new and creative versions of that term, such as ‘work-life integration’. Ultimately most of us feel overwhelmed with all of the things we have on our plate at some point in our lives, and are eagerly...
Courage to Rest
How could something as natural as rest require courage? Consider for a moment how you felt the last time you left the office early and walked past your coworkers or boss who were likely going to spend several more hours at their desks. Or when you stepped out for a walk during lunch on a nice day...
Productive Email
Many professionals receive upwards of 75-200 emails each business day. Some people are so overwhelmed by the sheer volume of email that they end up piling on new communication tools such as chat and text messaging simply to get a timely response from their equally-busy colleagues. We are often...
Holiday Stress
The holiday season often is filled with joy and celebration, but also can cause stress, distraction and anxiety. Our days are packed with shopping, gatherings, travel and celebration, which can be tough to juggle when you still have to handle your regular workload. The first things to fall off...
Journey of Change
We all struggle with change. Whether you are trying to eat better, get in shape, lose weight, or get more sleep, throughout our lives we will always be building new habits. So what makes the difference between dreaming about a better version of yourself and actually achieving your goals?
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Intentionally Unproductive
Have you ever felt guilty or lazy for doing something ‘unproductive’? Whether we are watching tv, scrolling through social media or taking a long nap, how often do we feel bad about our choices? When our lists are long, the email volume is growing exponentially, and the piles of...