If you’ve ever set a goal for yourself or had an obstacle in front of you to overcome, it’s likely that you’re familiar with the fatigue that can set in quickly as you begin to take action toward your desired outcome. In some situations, this fatigue may have even led you to give up or quit.
Our fourth article in the Secrets of Mental Well-Being series introduces the concept of abundance vs scarcity in our beliefs and how this contributes to getting our needs met and ultimately, our overall mental well-being. We will also provide a simple exercise that will help you trace back where your feelings of abundance and scarcity stem from in your past. These patterns can be used to start reshaping your beliefs and get you on a path of self-development.
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.
Great leadership is not something that you can fake. It comes from years of work on self-awareness, interpersonal effectiveness and clear, organized thinking. Most people who hold leadership positions are not actually seen as true leaders by their teams, and don’t have the engagement and performance they would like. Whether you are currently in a management role desiring to get better results from your team, or you aspire to move into a leadership position at some point in the future, you can proactively develop your skill set now.