Are We (to be) Defined By Our Experiences?
Recently I gave a TEDx talk where I shared my message encouraging all of us to define ourselves by WHO we are, and not what we are. In my talk I noted my belief that “when we define … Continued
Monday Motivation: Instead of “I Can’t!”, Ask: “What is Possible?”
The words we use impact the way we feel and behave. When we say things like “I can’t do this!”, “There is no solution. That’s it, I’m doomed.”, or “There is nothing I can do!” we start to feel … Continued
Monday Motivation: Are Other People Ruining Your Mood? How to Stop that from Happening
Others around you, even those closest to you may be angry or upset, but that doesn’t mean you have to let it change your mood. It is hard not to let other people’s bad mood or negativity rub off … Continued
Monday Motivation: How a Jar of Marbles Can Help You Let Go of Whatever is Weighing You Down
A friend of mine shared this story with me the other day. A professor walked into his classroom holding a jar of marbles. He placed the jar on his desk. The students in the class were certain that the … Continued
Monday Motivation: Get Into the Driver’s Seat of the Car of Your Life
I often ask the following question to my clients when they begin the process of embarking on the journey of becoming a change agent in their lives: Where are you sitting in the car of your life? Most often … Continued
Monday Motivation: Feeling Really Frustrated with Your Studies or Career Direction? Ask Yourself This Question.
Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your current studies or career direction (or lack thereof)? If so, you might want to ask yourself an important question. Are you living in line with your values? This question … Continued