How to Stand Up for Yourself and Your Values — We’ve all been in that tough position. That feeling that you want to say something…that you need to say something. Instead, you play the nice guy and bite your tongue. This feeling is uncomfortable. On one hand, your nerves are wound tight wondering what might happen if you speak out…

Letting Go of Ego to Embrace New Ideas and Perspectives — Ego is a tricky thing. It’s the voice inside our head that tells us we’re right, even when we’re not. It’s the part of us that seeks validation and affirmation from others, and the part that can hold us back from learning and growing. When it comes to learning, ego…

Avoid Throwing Gasoline on the Fire That is Life — “How much more harmful are the consequences of anger and grief than the circumstances that aroused them in us!” — Marcus Aurelius Life can be hard. Relationships have conflict. Work can be demanding. Randomness can wreak havoc. …

How to Build a Self-Sufficient Team That Solves Problems Independently — Managing a team is a difficult task. It requires leadership, guidance, and a lot of responsibility. But being a great manager isn’t only about solving problems for your team. It’s also about empowering them to solve problems without you. Delegating effectively and letting go of feeling personally responsible for every…

The Power of Embracing Discomfort in Your Creative Journey — Crafting our own unique style is a journey of self-discovery and growth, and it requires a willingness to embrace discomfort. Whether we’re developing our skills at work or creating art, trying something we don’t feel ready for is an excellent way to expand our craft. …

How to Achieve Your Goals in Life — Habits are powerful. They are the building blocks of our daily lives, determining how we spend our time, what we prioritize, and ultimately shaping our character. James Clear, author of the bestselling book “Atomic Habits,” says, “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish…

Why We Shouldn’t Take Our Thoughts For Granted As I sit here, lost in thought, I can’t help but wonder about the origin of my thoughts and emotions. Are they truly my own, or are they just a product of my interactions with others? …

How Our Biology Shapes Our Desire for Fulfillment — As social creatures, humans have an innate desire for emotional connection and fulfillment. From a biological and hormonal perspective, our brains are wired to seek out experiences that provide pleasure and reduce stress. …

Living Fully and Letting Go of the Fear of Death — What do these five things have in common? Airplanes. Foreign Travel. Surgery. Motorcycles. Adventure sports. The fear of death is a common human emotion that has plagued people since the beginning of time. It’s a natural response to the realization that our hours on earth are limited, and we will…