Two Ways to Cope with Stress
I found this interesting and thought you might, too. Got stress? According to an extensive Harvard Study of Adult Development, there are two distinctive ways we manage stress and relieve …
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How to Relieve Compassion Fatigue
Do you suffer from compassion fatigue? Also known as secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue was first diagnosed in nurses and other healthcare workers back in the 1950s. Since then, it …
Tap into That “Back to School” Vibe
It’s that time of year when kids head back to school and the weather, hopefully, begins to turn cooler. If you’re like me, you find this shift from vacation mode to …
Better Balance Insights
I’ve been speaking a lot lately on how to enjoy better balance. Whether it’s a keynote for a group of CEOs or a webinar to Realtors, I often learn something …
Smile!
(Smile as you read this.) Do you know what happens when you purposely smile for as little as 20 seconds? Triggered by the movements of the muscles in your face, …
Celebrate Your Freedom
We often have more power over our destiny than we think. It all comes down to making conscious choices. As many of us commemorate Independence Day this week, I …
Three Ways to Choose Better Balance Over Burnout
Did you hear that the World Health Organization (WHO) has classified burnout as a legitimate occupational phenomenon? Patients diagnosed with the syndrome of burnout due to workplace stress might experience …
Nature is a Great Teacher
Nature is a great teacher, when we choose to pay attention to the lessons. Can you relate to this over-extended apple tree in my front yard? Invigorated by spring each …
Affirmations 101: How to Talk to Yourself
I am a big fan of affirmations. Positive self talk builds confidence and courage. We all use affirmations throughout the day. The problem is, when we’re not intentional, those affirmations …
In Honor of Earth Day
Many of us celebrated Earth Day yesterday, a time to appreciate nature and demonstrate support for environmental protection. There are so many life lessons that come from the garden, including …