On a scale of 1-10, how self-aware do you think you are? If you don’t know how to answer this question, you aren’t alone. One study estimates that only 10-15% of people are truly self-aware.[1] If self-awareness is so important, why do so many people struggle with it, let alone understand what it means? A … Read more
Sometimes going through life can be a little bit of a roller coaster. There are many ups and just as many downs as we journey through the high and low points. Life becomes a little simpler when you accept that as we pursue our goals, there will inevitably be challenges and barriers along the way. … Read more
Most of us experience the same fears, regardless of our origin, profession, or social status. Uncertainty, rejection, and judgment are the things we all wrestle with in life, with no exception. In that way, we are very similar to each other, yet, those with a strong mind navigate those fears differently. The list below explores … Read more
When I was seventeen, I wrote a heartfelt letter to myself to open on my eighteenth birthday. I recapped the events that unfolded during the year; the relationships I have strengthened, the friendships that have fallen out, the things I have come to accept and then the struggle of letting things go. I wrote down … Read more
Do you know your value? Before we get into this, I want to begin with a heartbreaking, personal story of a woman I used to know: Mary. Mary was a quiet woman who mainly kept to herself but was very observant. She watched, she took notes, and, most importantly, she listened. When someone talked to … Read more
We’re all familiar with the term “the pursuit of happiness.” The question is: How, exactly, do you pursue a happy life? Especially on a daily basis? What is happiness in the first place? We all have those moments of sudden revelation when the world grows a little bit brighter, but how do you integrate those … Read more
There are times in life when we feel discouraged or defeated when life delivers blows that knock us to the ground. The hopelessness and despair may consume your life for many months as you wonder if you’ll ever get back to feeling happy and safe. These are the points in life when persevering becomes extremely … Read more
Life is not always rainbows and sunshine – we have all had days when nothing seems to be going as planned and when we find ourselves demotivated, bogged down and engulfed in sadness. On such days, when you are unable to motivate yourself, do you know what helps? Listening to great speeches — empowering ones. … Read more
There are days where our internal motivation will suffice, when you can get right to work without having to put on that fast-paced playlist, drink ten pots of coffee, and take a cold shower just to get started on your projects and responsibilities. Other days, however, we can use every bit of help that we … Read more
There are those who merely roll over and accept whatever hand fate deals them as the perfect excuse to settle for mediocrity. Then, there are the other type of people: The inspirational figures. The highly successful leaders, innovators and creators. The heroes who take what other people would see as a limitation and turn it … Read more
It’s Monday morning. The alarm goes off. Do you know how to get motivated at that moment? What’s the first thought that comes to mind when you open your eyes? Are you excited to get up and go to work, or are you dreading the day and week ahead? Whatever your response may be, ask … Read more
Five years ago, my husband Jake was training for a triathlon. He had just purchased a new road bike and woke up one sunny Saturday morning to take it out for its first spin. As we were lying in bed, he looked at me and said, “I don’t have a good feeling about this; I … Read more
Have you ever wondered why some people remain calm in the face of adversity, while others crumble? People who are able to effectively navigate the highs and lows of life have what psychologists call resilience, or an ability to effectively bounce back from adversity. Whenever you come across a difficult situation, you have two choices: … Read more
Many world champion athletes, business people, and spiritual teachers all cite self-reflection as an essential key to success. This is also true for ‘everyday people’ who are fulfilled and happy with their lives. So why is self-reflection so important? I’m going to tell you why self-reflection matters to you and how you can do it … Read more
At the age of 25, my career accelerated when I was promoted from an engineer to a manager within a growing I.T. company. At the time, I was the youngest manager in the firm steering a diverse team of engineers. It was my dream job to lead a team of professionals using my passion and … Read more