The mind and body are powerful tools. And they are also some of our biggest road blocks. Athletes are constantly pushing themselves to keep going when their bodies are telling them to stop. While engineers and scientists are always looking for new discoveries that our brains and physics tell us just isn't possible. It's hard to believe in the unknown and look beyond the … [Read more...]
How To Handle Difficult Clients In Business
We've all had to deal with them. You know, those agonizing, angry, frustrated customers that make our jobs so hard. Learning how to handle difficult clients in business isn't easy, but it will make a big difference in how far you can go in your career. Business is business, but it can feel very personal when people get emotional and heated. As much as we wish our clients and … [Read more...]
Can Couples Work Together Successfully Without Killing Each Other?
I recently found out two of my colleagues are getting married. They "scandalously" met at work, fell in love, still work together, and now they're getting married. It's all a bit nuts, but people do crazy things when they're in love. I really have no idea what their future holds. Hopefully it's lots of happiness, but they will certainly have their challenges. With all that time … [Read more...]
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
Do you have a lot of regrets? Ever wonder what your life would be like now if you had made different decisions in the past? I spent some time recently reflecting on my life and the choices that I've made. Overall I'm pretty satisfied with where I am and who I am today, but there are definitely some things I wish I had done differently. After all, how many times do we catch … [Read more...]
Why Is Growth So Hard?! Important Self Improvement Tips
Growth can be so darn hard as adults. The older I get, the more I understand why older people are stereotyped for being stubborn, stuck in their ways, and close minded. Even though change brings progress and growth, the longer we do things a certain way, the less and less we are willing and eager to change. But that doesn't mean we should use years of experience as an excuse to … [Read more...]