The Best Kept Secret Of Highly Effective Leaders (And Presidents)
The Problem: Leaders sometimes find themselves leading a divided organization or country. The Science: There is one skill that can help any organization thrive. The Solution: If a leader is compassionate, s/he can unite people and move forward effectively. President-elect Trump wrote in The Midas Touch “Unite to win. Divide to conquer.” He conquered the Electoral College to become President […]
The Joy Of Imperfection: How Not To Drive Yourself And Others Nuts In 2016
The Challenge: We get caught up in making everything perfect–but at what cost?The Science: Alarming new research suggests perfectionism can be harmful.The Solution: Explore the secrets of inner perfection. Every year, we come up with New Year’s resolutions. Maybe to lose weight, to procrastinate less, to write that book, or get a promotion. We want to become more […]
7 Small Ways To Seriously Boost Your Happiness In The New Year
The Challenge: We have theories about what will make us happy, but they don’t always seem to work.The Science: Research suggests that the happiness theories we live by are plain wrong.The Solution: Follow these 7 science-based tips and SERIOUSLY improve your well-being! “The happiest people don’t have the best of everything, but they make the best of everything […]
Master The Art Of Fighting To Build A Happier Relationship
The Challenge: Relationships can be either our biggest source of happiness or discontent. The Science: Fighting risks your emotional and physical health, not to mention the relationship you cherish. The Solution: You can build a better, happier relationship with these simple steps! Romantic relationships can be one of the biggest contributors to our personal happiness. We all benefit from being in […]
Breaking News: How The Morning News Affects Our Wellbeing
The Challenge: Especially in the past few months, we have been inundated with tragedy and conflict on the news. The Science: Research shows that watching the news has an effect on how we approach our lives and our well-being.The Solution: For healthy news-watching, start your day off by not turning on the news. A defining feature of our round-the-clock […]
5 Easy Ways To Make A Difference In Less Than 5 Minutes
The Challenge: We want to make a difference, but we just don’t have time!The Science: Making a difference is not just good for others. It’s incredibly good for us too!The Solution: Here are 5 easy ways to make a difference from your desk in under 5 minutes! We know that making a difference and helping others makes us […]
How Silence Can Help You Live Life Out Loud
The Challenge: It can be very difficult to sit in silence or to be alone.The Science: Silence, like meditation, can increase self-awareness and self-acceptanceThe Solution: Try sitting in silence during various parts of your day–and breathe! You’re likely aware of the many benefits of meditation. Research shows that it increases positive emotion and life satisfaction, reduces pain and inflammation, increases […]
Why The Greatest Key To Successful Leadership Is Mindfulness
The Challenge: Leaders are too busy to prioritize conversations with others.The Science: Stress, busyness, and results orientation make leaders less effective.The Solution: Mindfulness gives leaders the edge they need to succeed. Leaders in organizations are often running full tilt from meeting to meeting, phone call to phone call, and personal conversation to personal conversation. In working with senior […]
A Simple Solution To Quit Sweating The Small Stuff
The Challenge: We know we’re not supposed to sweat the small stuff…but we can’t help it!The Science: Practicing loving-kindness meditation can help us deal with everyday stress.The Solution: Here is the art & science of loving-kindness meditation! The other day, after a long day at work, I found this note tucked into my windshield wiper: Please learn to park in […]
20 Science-Based Reasons To Make Meditation Your New Year’s Resolution
The Challenge: Stress, work, and life challenges can get the best of us.The Science: Research shows that meditation is linked to a host of benefits, from happiness to health!The Solution: Meditate to feel calmer, happier, healthier, more productive, and more in charge. Are you trying to find a New Year’s Resolution that’s really worth it? How about one […]
