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Why "Weaknesses" Are a Myth and Why Investing in Your Strengths is a Smarter Choice
We live in a culture that’s obsessed with what’s broken. Somehow, criticizing and pointing out flaws is considered a sign of...
kawkapc
Jun 165 min read
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The Defiant Path: Leading a Life That’s Truly Yours
We don’t like defiance. Not in teenagers, not in colleagues, not in ourselves. It disrupts. Refuses. Challenges the norm. And yet,...
kawkapc
Jun 34 min read
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Self-Empathy: Taking Your Power Back
“When you do not seek or need external approval, you are at your most powerful.” — Caroline Myss The Empathy Reflex, and Its Hidden Trap...
kawkapc
Jun 15 min read
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From Perfectionism to Presence: Reclaiming Your Enough-ness
Is there a difference between healthy striving and perfectionism? Absolutely. One is rooted in growth. The other, in fear . As Anne...
kawkapc
May 256 min read
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Courageous Conversations: The Shift from Reflex to Reflection
You’ve felt it before, that moment where everything in you wants to speak up, but something holds you back. Maybe it’s fear of conflict,...
kawkapc
May 115 min read
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The Power of Living In-Between
I’ve always felt a quiet envy toward people who could introduce themselves with just one word."I'm a doctor.""I'm a photographer.""I'm a...
kawkapc
May 35 min read
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Unavailable on Purpose: From Always-On to Intentionally Off
Have you ever noticed how being constantly available to others ends up hurting you? We say yes out of habit, reply instantly, stay...
kawkapc
Apr 226 min read
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The Craving for Freedom
We all long for freedom. Not just political or physical freedom, but the kind that lives quietly inside us. But what is freedom, really?...
kawkapc
Apr 137 min read
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Learning to Lead Again (And Again and Again): The Myth of Certainty
Good leaders never stop learning. Great leaders, the kind who leave a positive lasting impact not just on organizations, but on people’s...
kawkapc
Apr 58 min read
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Transformational Leadership, One Conversation at a Time
Whether we speak or remain silent, show up or withdraw, every action, or inaction, sends a message. Communication isn’t just about what...
kawkapc
Apr 38 min read
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Moving From Fear to Intuition: Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom
"At the center of your being, you have the answer; you know who you are, and you know what you want." - Lao Tzu Deep within us lies a...
kawkapc
Mar 168 min read
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The Cost of Neglecting Psychological Safety
What is Psychological Safety? "The belief that one will not be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or...
kawkapc
Mar 97 min read
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The New Leadership Skills for a Thriving Non-Profit Sector
Thriving Non-Profit? Sounds like an oxymoron. If you're an Executive Director or CEO of one, you know exactly what I mean. In a sector...
kawkapc
Feb 238 min read
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Emotional Intelligence: The Game-Changer for Career and Life
How do we reconnect with ourselves and each other? What is the universal language that unites human experience? The ability to name our...
kawkapc
Feb 177 min read
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How to Overcome Self-Doubt
When did you realize that no one else was to blame? That the voice of doubt, criticism, and sabotage wasn’t coming from the outside, but...
kawkapc
Jan 259 min read
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Authenticity: Breaking Free from External Validation
In a world that thrives on likes, shares, and applause, the pull of external validation can feel inescapable. Yet, living for others'...
kawkapc
Jan 56 min read
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What Does Self-Esteem Mean?
If I were to begin and end my blogging journey with just one article, it would be this one. Believing in ourselves is the most important...
kawkapc
Dec 17, 20245 min read
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The Leadership Skill We Don’t Talk About Enough: Navigating Dichotomies, Nuance, and Paradox
Navigating today’s leadership landscape requires new leadership skills , it's not just about solving problems but about mastering the...
kawkapc
Dec 14, 20245 min read
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Transforming Conflict: A Path to Courageous Leadership
As a coach, I see the hidden opportunities in conflict every day. Many clients come to me saying, “I have a situation I need help with.”...
kawkapc
Dec 11, 20245 min read
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Why Coaching Matters: Sanity Saving Island of Perspective
When was the last time someone truly listened to you, not to fix, judge, or offer an opinion, but simply to witness you, with openness...
kawkapc
Dec 6, 20246 min read
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