Cultivate Your Inner Emotions: A Guide to Harnessing Your Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EI) is like having a Swiss Army knife when stranded in the emotional wilderness. It’s that all-in-one tool that helps you navigate the ups and downs of daily life, interact smoothly with others, and essentially, keep from eating your...
The Secret to Being Your Sharpest: Balancing Work, Replenishment, and Honing
Once, two lumberjacks were tasked with chopping wood for ten hours every day. One lumberjack chopped constantly throughout the ten hours and never paused or took a break. The other lumberjack chopped wood for nine hours, but every day, he also took one hour off in the...
The Holiday Paradox Part 2: Strategies for Navigating Holiday Stress
One of the most effective ways to appropriately manage holiday stress is through clear communication and setting boundaries. This can be challenging, especially when dealing with family members who may not understand or respect your needs. Here are three fundamental...The Holiday Paradox Part 1: Managing Stress and Family Dynamics
Welcome to the holiday season, that magical time of year when twinkling lights and festive songs somehow coincide with the urge to hide under the nearest table at family gatherings. Before you start practicing your ‘I’m just here for the pie’ face in...