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Performance reviews. Everyone has a different opinion about them, with some arguing that they are some of the only times critical feedback and goal setting can be established by management, while others believe the performance review process is time-consuming, anxiety-inducing, and unhelpful. However you slice it, quantitative performance ratings are extremely commonplace. Ideally, managers deliver […]
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Burnout. The feeling of running on empty, a sensation anyone who has ever worked hard for their career, passions, or relationships knows all too well. It happens to the best of us, and is a perfectly normal response to stress — it’s our body telling us we need to give ourself grace, and recenter. When […]
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Mansplaining — a word that has recently skyrocketed in popularity and has entered the common English lexicon to describe the often condescending manner in which male colleagues provide unrequested explanations to women. The term has origins in the 2008 essay, “Men Explain Things to Me” by Rebecca Solnit where she describes the experience of being […]
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Equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. There has never been a more significant time than right now to be talking about diversity initiatives and fostering a culture of inclusivity. We are living in an era where diverse groups have a voice to be heard and the opportunity to engage people in spaces that were at one […]
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Do you believe in prophecy? I’m not talking about quite literally seeing the future, which is the most common way prophecies are conceptualized in pop culture. I’m talking about the idea that deeply held beliefs about the future, a person’s expectations and thoughts about what’s to come, influence an outcome, either bringing us closer to […]
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We’ve done a deep dive into wellness topics these past few months, including mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, meditation, and physical techniques for calming an anxious mind. I’m thrilled every time I hear that an article of mine has moved any of my readers into a better, more confident headspace. Which is why I want to talk […]
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Laughter is the universal language. It’s no secret that humor and laughing are some of life’s greatest joys, and a good laugh has proven to be a powerful tool in and of itself. Research has consistently shown that laughing has a multitude of benefits, which are thought to be due to how laughter alters the […]
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Picture yourself a year from now. Where do you see yourself? Imagine that you’re in a state of peace, and every goal you’ve ever set for yourself has either been achieved, or closer to completion. Imagine that you’ve finally got the big “it”. You’ve already started your journey of visualization and manifestation! Visualization and manifestation […]
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The inner voice inside all of us is a useful, underutilized tool we can employ during times of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. When used effectively, positive self talk helps us achieve success, challenge negative thoughts, and quiet the inner critic. But be aware: Your inner dialogue is a powerful force that can either propel you […]
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If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. These words are useful in many areas of life, and to me, they are words to live by. Having a plan for every one of our personal and professional goals helps us make steady progress even in the face of uncertainty. In my opinion, this mindset […]
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No matter how exciting, positive, and beautiful life’s big and small moments can be, it’s inevitable we will face some challenges on our journey. These challenges can include major ones that appear in a person’s life, like financial problems or a chronic health condition, or smaller stressors that tend to eat at our emotions and […]
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Mistakes, often seen as blunders to avoid, are intrinsic to the human experience. Let’s face it — we’re only human. Every single one of us has made mistakes, but how we respond when we do or say things wrong defines us as problem solvers. In my career, I can tell you that some of my […]
