Category: Blog
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Overcoming Inaccurate and Unhelpful Thought Patterns
We all experience negative emotions from time to time. It’s a natural part of the human experience. However, when these emotions become persistent and start to interfere with our daily lives, it’s often due to cognitive distortions – inaccurate and unhelpful thought patterns that can significantly impact our mood and behavior. As someone who has…
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Training for My First Marathon: Week 1
When I decided to take on the challenge of training for my first marathon, I realized I need more than just my usual running routine. Although Strava’s free plan served me well for 4-5 mile runs, 4-5 times a week for most of this year, I need a more comprehensive tool to guide me through…
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The Best Battery-Powered Tool Platform for 2024
Choosing a battery-powered tool platform is complex. If you’re like me, you accidentally have multiple incompatible battery platforms. While doing some outdoor landscaping (a favorite way to get outdoor exercise), I decided to take a more analytical approach to selecting a battery-powered chainsaw in hopes that I can use the same battery for a future…
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How to Cultivate Flow, Enhancing Performance and Fulfillment
Have you ever been so engrossed in an activity that time seemed to fly by, your self-consciousness melted away, and you felt a profound sense of control and satisfaction? If so, you’ve experienced what psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi calls “flow” – a state of optimal experience that can transform the way we work, create, and live.
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The Power of Positivity: Nurturing a Resilient Mind
In the complex tapestry of human emotions, positivity stands out as a powerful thread capable of transforming our experiences and perceptions. As Andy McKay, the Seattle Mariners’ Assistant General Manager, astutely notes, “The brain remembers our failures more than it remembers our successes. This… dictates that we must be intentional about bombarding our brains with…
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Mastering Change: A Structured Approach to Change Management
Adaptability is key to success. Yet, even when we recognize the need for change, implementing it can be a daunting task. The Prosci change management methodology offers a comprehensive framework to tackle this challenge, breaking down the process into five crucial elements: Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement (ADKAR). Let’s explore how these components work…
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The Power of Feedback: How to Give, Receive, and Grow
In the journey of personal and professional development, feedback plays a crucial role. It’s the compass that guides us towards improvement, helping us navigate the path to becoming better versions of ourselves. However, the art of giving and receiving feedback is often misunderstood and poorly executed. Let’s explore how we can harness the power of…
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The Art of Setting Effective Goals: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Setting effective goals is crucial for personal and professional growth. However, many people struggle with this process, often falling into common pitfalls that hinder their progress. Let’s explore some common pitfalls in goal-setting and how to avoid them.
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The Myth of Perfection: Why Improvement Should Be Your Goal
We’ve all heard the saying “Practice makes perfect.” But is that really true? Let’s take a closer look at this idea and explore why focusing on improvement, rather than perfection, might be a more realistic and fulfilling approach.
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Understanding Holistic Wellness: A Guide to Total Well-being
In today’s fast-paced world, we often find ourselves focusing on singular aspects of our health. We might hit the gym religiously but neglect our mental health, or excel in our careers while our personal relationships suffer. This is where the concept of holistic wellness comes in – an approach that considers all aspects of a…