Faith – when it comes to your life, work, or even your relationships, is that your approach? As a leader, is faith your strategy? Of course, a lot depends on the situation, but if I’m honest, all too often I fall square in the force category – applying excessive effort to get ‘er done! It’s…
What bubbles up for you when you have decisions to make? Are you delighted by the opportunity to make a choice? Or does it evoke feelings of overwhelm for you? Add a little stress, and you have… Decision Overwhelm My husband and I happen to very much enjoy Los Cabos, Mexico. A few years back,…
What are your beliefs around self-care? Perhaps that’s not something you’ve considered recently, yet what you believe about self-care is influencing how you care for you. In order to survive, your basic needs must be met. However, if you want to operate at your best and flourish in a life-giving way, more than your basic…
Surprisingly, balance, in the work-life sense, is a topic of debate. Some would argue that balance is impossible, thus making the concept a myth. Others prefer to refer to it as “work-life negotiation” or “work-life alignment” with personal fulfillment. I cling to the concept of work-life balance: an intentional effort to show up and operate…
Ever felt “the rub” as a leader? It’s that uncomfortable, irritating sensation you experience in certain organizations or individuals you work alongside. It’s Not A Fun Sensation! “The rub” is that annoying sensation that is hard to put your finger on. That feeling reminds me of how I felt when I wore a particular blouse.…
Leaders are often strong, independent types that have a tendency to operate in a “Lone Ranger” sort of way. Yet underneath the “I’ve got it all together” mask often lurk insecurities, loneliness, and stress. It takes a significant amount of energy to keep the illusion going leaving leaders worn out and tired. Leadership wasn’t meant…
To thrive in life and work is beautiful! When I think of thriving, I can’t help but think of the many perennial plants I’ve carefully planted in my yard. Each spring, they begin peeking through the soil, growing gradually, and then bursting into colorful bloom. I love witnessing the entire process! When you see someone…
When you hear the word adversity – what springs to mind? Typically we associate adversity with experiences that are negative, painful, and overwhelming. Merriam-Webster defines adversity this way: a state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune. Adversity often feels daunting, never-ending, out-of-control, and hopeless. It triggers fear – fear of the unknown,…
whenI have had the opportunity to work under a variety of leaders. Serving under some leaders was pure joy, while serving under others was pure agony! OK, that’s a tad dramatic, a little black and white, but there’s no denying that your leader has a whole lot to do with how you feel about your…
Stress is a word that gets used frequently, yet what do we actually mean when speaking about stress? For some people, they say they are stressed when they are… Overwhelmed – the demands they are currently experiencing are more than they have the capacity to handle. Feeling tension – feeling pulled in conflicting directions. Burned…