When we think about our next level of performance or improvement, sometimes we focus too much on what we want to change on the outside, while forgetting to notice what inner states drive those outcomes. For example, how much does your inner sense of confidence affect your performance in a job interview? If you spend all your interview prep time thinking about questions and answers, but fail to pay attention to what you can do to build your confidence, how much potential have you wasted?
Times of uncertainty and stress weigh on our relationships, just when we need them the most. From the growing frustration and arguments popping up with those we’re cooped up with, to weird team dynamics on zoom meetings that are difficult to understand and resolve, to feeling horribly incompetent as parents when the kids are NOT adjusting well to home school, this is a tough and unprecedented time for everyone.Fortunately, it’s normal for stressful times to strain our relationships, and it is possible to turn those dynamics around with just a few shifts. Here are 10 of my top tips for handling common situations you may be experiencing in the current COVID-19 crisis:
Procrastination is one of the most frustrating self-defeating behavior patterns that people struggle with. And while chronic procrastinators do face negative consequences at work and in their relationships, there are a few positive aspects of procrastination that we shouldn’t overlook.
The purpose of the holidays is to celebrate with the people who matter most to you, not to stress out about buying gifts, attending social events or hosting one yourself. However, for many people, this season is the most stressful time of year. Our latest blog post shares five tips you can use to bring more joy and less stress to the days ahead.