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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...
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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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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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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...
kawkapc
Apr 296 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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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,...
kawkapc
Mar 288 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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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,...
kawkapc
Feb 36 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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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 ,...
kawkapc
Jan 157 min read
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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.
kawkapc
Jan 97 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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Listening to Silence
In our professional lives, we are called to lead others, but to do that well, we must first lead ourselves. It’s the oxygen mask analogy:...
kawkapc
Dec 30, 20245 min read
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Negotiations: Tap Into Your Strengths for Better Outcomes
Negotiation is often misunderstood. Many people associate it with hard bargaining, competition, and even confrontation. But in today’s...
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Dec 30, 20245 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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Why Silence Can Be Important in Leading Change
Leading change demands not only strategy and action but also the ability to pause, reflect broadly, and listen deeply. Silence becomes a...
kawkapc
Dec 17, 20243 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 Invest in Strengths?
Avoid trying to mimic someone else, be it a guru or a role model, as this approach rarely works. Success comes from being authentically you.
kawkapc
Dec 8, 20245 min read
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