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Why Leaders Need Both Empathy and Perspective-Taking (and How to Do It)
Why slowing down, asking better questions, and being present still changes everything. In leadership, we often talk about communication,...
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May 167 min read


Nature as Leadership Strategy: Cultivating Strength, Perspective, and Resilience
“Studying the impact of the natural world on the brain is actually a scandalous ly new i dea.”— Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods It should have been studied 30-50 years ago. So why now? Perhaps because we are losing our connection to nature more dramatically than ever. Thanks to a confluence of technology, modern lifestyles, and shifting demographics, we’ve moved further away from the natural world than any generation before us. In 2008, for the first time in
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Apr 296 min read


What Is Happiness? The Simple Brilliance of a Complex State
A much-discussed and often worn-out topic, and yet, one that holds a quiet, awe-worthy brilliance in how its deep complexity can,...
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Mar 288 min read


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 well of wisdom, an intuition that knows what is right, even when fear clouds our vision. Yet, too often, fear takes control, drowning out our inner knowing with alarm bells and doubt . When we learn to tame our fear center, the amygdala, we regain access to our intuition, making decisions from a place of clarity, courage, and trust rather than
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Mar 169 min read


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...
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Mar 97 min read


How to Be a Great Leader: Seven Core Leadership Behaviors
Great leaders get remembered. Not because of their titles, wealth, or power, but because of the way they lead, the actions they take, and...
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Feb 226 min read


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...
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Feb 177 min read


Talent vs. Strength: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
From psychology to philosophy, from positive psychology to Gallup’s CliftonStrengths: talent vs. strength - two words often used...
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Feb 65 min read


How Do I Get Over Imposter Syndrome?
Imposter syndrome is the persistent feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evident success. It convinces us that we are frauds,...
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Feb 36 min read


The Essential Importance Of Trust: How To Build It
Trust defines relationships. It is the invisible thread that holds society together, shaping our interactions, decisions, and...
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Jan 176 min read


Setting Boundaries with Confidence: A Path to Healthier Relationships
What if setting boundaries in a clear and compassionate way was not only possible but also empowering? Imagine feeling confident ,...
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Jan 157 min read


Burnout Recovery & Prevention: A Strengths-Based Approach
If you’ve experienced burnout yourself, you know that true recovery requires a new way of living rather than just pushing through obstacles.
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Jan 97 min read


The Difficult Art of Listening to Silence
Does this sound familiar? On the way from the car to the office, there’s a bench she’s never noticed. One morning Emma sits down “just for a second.” No phone. The city keeps moving; she doesn’t. In that small pocket of nothing, a simple clarity surfaces: cancel two meetings, make one hard call, apologize for yesterday’s edge. Ten minutes of silence gives her day back. Is this just another article about mindfulness? Silence and mindfulness are related, but not the same. Silen
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Dec 30, 20247 min read


Being Clear is Being Kind: The Power of Clarity in Leadership and Workplace Culture
"Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind." – Brené Brown What Does This Mean? At first glance, Brené Brown’s statement may seem simple, yet its...
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Dec 28, 20245 min read


What is the Inner Development Goals Framework?
As a coach, I often find myself reflecting on what it truly takes to create meaningful change in ourselves, our teams, and the world around us. The challenges we face today - climate change, inequality, mental health crises - can feel overwhelming. Despite having a clear vision of what needs to change, progress often stalls. Why? I believe the answer lies in how we approach personal growth and leadership. The Inner Development Goals (IDG) framework offers a new way forward.
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Dec 16, 20244 min read


Is Change Possible? Can People Really Change?
Neuroscience provides a clear and compelling answer to the question, "Can people change?" The answer is an emphatic yes, rooted in the...
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Dec 8, 20243 min read
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