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The Power of One
Feeling overwhelmed or under-enthused about a work project is a recipe for procrastination. However, there is a simple way to get yourself moving. Tap into the power of this one little tool to help jump start your productivity.
Role Call
Do you feel resentful over not being able to enjoy your home and family life due to the demands of your work? If so, I invite you to explore a new perspective that will have you feeling empowered rather than helpless.
I’ve Got You
What is your favorite survival mechanism? It’s the thing you often do when you’re feeling stressed, scared, overwhelmed, emotional or unsure. There is a good reason why we call it a survival mechanism, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best course of action. Here’s why…
Contemplation Integration
How do you feel about doing nothing? If you are someone who is always busy with no time for breaks, get some insight here about why it’s actually beneficial to schedule “do nothing” time into your day.
Say No to the Spin
If you’re spinning your wheels and going nowhere, or spinning your mind and going crazy, there is a simple, easy, tiny, magic word you can use to stop the madness… Here’s how.
Hidden Gifts of Quarantine
Every experience, no matter how difficult, has hidden gems of insight and wisdom to offer. Life is constantly giving us opportunities to learn and grow, so we can ultimately discover hidden gifts. If you’re feeling a little wobbly and uncertain, or if you just need a little reminder, listen in on this perspective reset about how you can begin to uncover your hidden quarantine gifts, and move forward with more hope.
Am I Too Old to Start Something New?
Do you think it’s too late to try a new path? Get the answer now.
Clues For Choosing
If you’re feeling exhausted, you may not be taking ownership of your choices. Here’s a prudent clue about making choices that renew your energy, and your power.
Resetting Your Work Flow | The Business Lab Podcast with Laine Schmidt
The most common sources of burnout don’t truly include your boss, clients or finances. Instead, they are our own mental habits and emotional patterns that WE can actually transform.
Making Up What You Think Others Are Going to Say
Making up what you think others are going to say is a recipe for anxiety.
Step Outside Your Inbox | Careers by Jenn Podcast with Jenn Swanson
Does it drive you crazy that you can never get your email inbox all done? If so, you’ll definitely want to open this message and free yourself in a new way.
A Secret Source of Time Management
Always do your best, right? Here is an insightful elaboration on this well-known adage.
Keep Your Knees Bent
Do you ever have days where you easily move through whatever comes your way and smoothly handle, process and manage it all with grace and style? Wouldn’t it be a gift if all our days and weeks could be like that? Well, here’s a way to surf through the ups and downs of life in your own environment and workplace (plus our bigger community too) with more ease.
Observing Ourselves
We ALL have an opportunity to learn and listen more, use our voices and take intentional action.
A New Chapter
How do you cope when the universe decides to throw you a curveball? If you’ve lived long enough, you have certainly had to deal with some unexpected, uncomfortable, and even frightening circumstances that somehow turned out to be a blessing in the end. For those of you who could use some inspiration right about now, here are some encouraging words about finding opportunity within a challenging situation.
Qualities of the New Normal | 7 Skills for the Future Podcast with Emma Sue Prince
Do you have the requisite qualities for building a satisfying life for yourself and a better world for others? No matter what your answer, the good news is, these qualities can be learned and cultivated. In this podcast, I’ll discuss three such qualities and their potential positive impact.
Wait a Minute!
Do you find a million things to do instead of what you really need to do? Here’s a provocative angle on the psychology of procrastination.