The experience of stepping forward, suddenly realizing the floor is lower than you expected, and having to scramble to rebalance before you fall is a good analogy for what it’s emotionally like to feel a sharp sense of disappointment. We all know how uncomfortable it...
Say the word ‘leader,’ and most people picture an assertive individual giving instruction, taking charge, and providing direction. In other words, they picture someone talking. Other people will picture someone who listens, thinks deeply, and then offers guidance or...
You know those goals and desires you want but never seem to bring to life? There’s a reason why, and it isn’t because you don’t know what to do. If there’s something you’re interested enough in to want, it’s highly likely that you know how to get it. And yet, you...
When it comes to self-confidence, many people think that it’s a personality trait, an indicator they’re doing something right, or that it will come to them if they can only figure out the magical formula to create it. It’s none of that. And it doesn’t matter if you’re...
If you read or listen to material in the self-help genre, you’ll hear a lot about excellence, being and doing your best, and striving for the top of the ladder. I think those are excellent ambitions. However, there are some things that are worth doing even if you do...
“The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are.” – John Pierpont Morgan We wrestle with change possibly more than with anything else in life. Is it the right thing to do? Will I regret this...
