You’ve heard me mention the overwhelming impact positivity and happiness can have on your personal and professional success. Yes, there’s a business case for bliss and I’m bubbling over with excitement to tell you about how to make it work for you! Tip #1 Responding or Reacting? Let’s start by asking yourself an …
Read MoreDid you know that when most people are asked what it is they want more than anything, their answer is “To be happy“? And yet, very few people actually say that they ARE happy. Even with all the technology we have to make our lives easier, and all the reports that the economy is …
Read MoreIf you’re as tired of trying to figure out the secret to “time management” as I am, you’re going to want to read on to learn the secrets that no one is telling you! 1) Time Management doesn’t exist. That’s because the idea of “managing” our time is a waste of …
Read MoreSavoring is an art, if not a competitive sport. However, it can be found in the most unlikely places . . . If I were to ask you to think of a diehard football fan, my face is likely the last that would pop into your mind. While it’s very true …
Read MoreIn a world where everyone is trying to tell you what’s wrong, and what you need to do to be successful and happy, isn’t it time to create your own definitions of what’s right for you? Have you noticed how common it is to hear friends, family, clients and co-workers talk about being …
Read MoreBliss is a funny word. For some, the word conjures up a picture of a transcendent state of perfection. Others may feel irritated about the word because it seems like a frustrating, unattainable goal. The dictionary defines bliss as: “To reach a state of perfect happiness, typically so as to be …
Read MoreHave you noticed a pattern that seems to be the “norm” for a lot of women, and men . . . particularly those with children, or a career, or both? We’re busy. I mean scurry from one responsibility to the next, barely grab a bite to eat, frazzle through your …
Read MoreI can’t even tell you how many times I’ve reminded myself to do just that. The problem is, I am a recovering addict. It’s not pretty and I’m a little ashamed to say I have a problem. I’m a perfectionist. It usually manifests itself like this: I think it would …
Read MoreYou know how you’re always finding ways to make everyone else in your life more comfortable, happy, and appreciated? That’s awesome, but what about you? Try this: Treat yourself (pronounced, “treatchyoself”)! While you’re thinking up ways to serve others, spend a few seconds thinking about what might bring you joy …
Read MoreAre you so busy that you just can’t seem to fit in time to do anything other than work, sleep, and work some more? Try this: Happy, productive, successful people will tell you, if you want something done, you’ll need to make time for it. Or, as I like to …
Read MoreI’m willing to bet you’ve had times when you’ve doubted yourself. I know I have. Sometimes it seems like it comes out of nowhere . . . and I’m sideswiped by the doubt, fear, and subversive thoughts I know all too well. However, sometime within the last decade, I’ve found …
Read MoreYou know the uplifting music they play at the end of a feel good movie . . . or the powerful music they play when the hero is overcoming a major obstacle? Why not keep your own soundtrack on “speed dial” and play it whenever you need a little pick …
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