If you’re a natural helper, one of the hardest things to do is knowing when and how to say “no”. Handily, you have a built-in signal for when to say “no”. A sensation of overwhelm is a signal that you’re operating at too high a level. You’re like a car that’s revving too hard. You […]
A Different Kind of Scary
I recently read that courage is like a muscle. It gets stronger when we use it. So true, right? And there’s big business in getting you to flex your courage muscles by doing scary things. Many leadership experiences and mastermind retreats will engage you in something wild and terrifying, because, the idea goes, if you […]
The Dead Cat Bounce En Route to Enlightenment
I don’t consider myself woo-woo. Maybe just a little woo. Yet I find myself nodding along with the talk of a global awakening. Societal enlightenment seems in progress. Parenting our children is getting gentler and more child-focused, generation upon generation. Education is more globally accessible. We’re looking at what we’ve done to this planet and […]
Zone of Intrigue: Your Gateway to Genius
One of my favorite authors, Gay Hendricks, coined the term “Zone of Genius” to describe that super sweet spot where your best talent intersects with your primary purpose. You feel in flow and your actions take on a deeply personal drive and meaning. It took me ages to figure out my own Zone of […]
Is Positivity Keeping You Stuck?
You’re a positive person. You can find the good in every situation. There’s always something to be learned, always a way you can grow. But is all that positivity keeping you stuck? What if just being grateful for all that you have already is a way of avoiding really coming to terms with something that […]
When To Stop Chasing The Dream
There’s a lot of talk about going after your dreams and doing whatever it takes. Never accept no for an answer. Keep forging forward no matter what the cost. But can you take this too far? What if chasing after that dream has you running in circles and you are missing out on life […]
