When you were a student, you probably hated those classes where the teacher droned on and on about something you had to learn. Chances are you didn’t learn anything. But then there were those teachers who didn’t recite the facts or insist you learn what’s on paper. Instead, those teachers made learning real, and what … Read more
Mindfulness has become a popular word recently, but do you know how it differs from meditation? Meditation and mindfulness each have many definitions and are often intertwined, so it’s easy to confuse the two terms. However, these two terms actually complement each other. Mediation and mindfulness are two sides of the same coin and often … Read more
One complaint about mindfulness I hear again-and-again is “Steve, I just don’t have time to be mindful.” Hey, I get it! The idea of slowing down and “enjoying the moment” seems at odds with the idea of being productive. And I love productivity. How Making Time for Mindfulness Improves Productivity It is easy to think that … Read more
A dear friend of mine, Roxanne, went through a nasty breakup recently. There were a lot of stories and rumors floating around about the events leading up to their breakup, and since then, she has taken everything very personally. If we walked into a restaurant and someone glanced at her, she would freak out and … Read more
Do you ever feel the need to record your thoughts? You may be reading this because you suddenly realized that recording your thoughts is an important practice for mental health. We’ve gathered 11 thought record examples, templates, and worksheets that you can use as inspiration for your thought record entries. Some of them are printables, … Read more
A colleague of mine, Abby, is going through a rough time at work. She is always on the go and she wants all her problems solved immediately. Unfortunately, when it comes to the mind and body, there is no “quick fix.” Are you experiencing something similar and feeling like you’re running on a hamster wheel? … Read more
It’s amazing how often I have seen something in the past without really seeing it. Can you relate? Things you don’t realize or see until that “ah ha!” moment long after. Luckily, I’ve been able to do more things in my own time over the past few years… and it’s been a learning experience. Something … Read more
Mindfulness meditation technology has leveled up its game—are you ready to level up as well? In this post, we share with you a list of the best mindfulness apps to help you live mindfully today. We have carefully checked out and reviewed these apps, so rest assured that they are all equipped with what you … Read more
In your everyday life, and especially at work, have you faced ethical dilemmas that challenge your personal morals? If so, considering common ethical dilemma examples can go a long way to resolving your own. You’ll learn you must analyze the risks, rely on your convictions, and trust your instincts. Stepping back and removing yourself from … Read more
What’s driving you to find out how to be more self aware? Are you having trouble building healthy relationships due to a lack of self-awareness or is it hindering personal growth? Whenever I hear the term self-awareness, I instantly imagine a pair of internal eyes that let us see the things we miss with our human … Read more