Self-reflection is a practice that can add a rich layer of understanding to everyday life. It’s a quiet time when you pause to evaluate your thoughts and experiences, leading you to a place of growth and clarity. I’ve found that when I take time to slow down and practice self-reflection, insights, ideas and connections that … Read more
Matthew 6:34: “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Work. Family. Appointments. Presentations. Health concerns. World events. Phone notifications. The list can go on and on of the things on our mind these days that can prevent us from truly living in … Read more
Let’s face it….conflict is a daily part of life. I don’t care who you are or what you do, you’re going to face at least some form of a conflict everyday. Maybe its with your spouse or partner, your kids, someone at work, or maybe even someone on your way to work. Conflict is not … Read more
Stressed? Yeah, me too. What areas in your life are stressing you out? Work? Kids? Relationship? All of the above? I get it and I hear you. Managing stress these day feels like a never ending battle. Stress creeps in from so many directions. In my experience, practicing some of the emotional intelligence tools I … Read more
Customer service. Not an easy role these days. My full-time job is as a manager of UPS Store franchise so customer service is pretty much a daily challenge for me. Why do I use the word “challenge” to describe it? Challenge is appropriate because each and every customer that walks through the door is unique … Read more
Emotionally intelligent people often have a knack for succeeding in their careers and personal lives. Watching their progress, one might wonder what sets them apart. The ability to understand and manage both one’s own emotions and those of others frequently opens up opportunities for better communication, decision-making, and relationship building. In this post, I explore … Read more
Emotional intelligence, or EQ, it’s all about recognizing, understanding, and handling not just your own emotions, but others’ too. Imagine having a knack for knowing exactly what’s going on inside your head and making sense of what others are feeling. That’s something that can help in just about every corner of life. EQ kicked off … Read more
Last week I started reading Mel Robbins’ book, The 5 Second Rule. In a nutshell, the rule is that by counting down “5 – 4 – 3 – 2 -1” and immediately starting or completing a task you have been putting off, you can beat procrastination and get that lingering task out of your head … Read more
Emotional awareness is all about being in tune with what you and those around you are feeling, right there and then. It’s not just about picking up on emotions, but really getting to grips with the why behind them. This depth of understanding helps in making better decisions, communicating effectively, and living a more fulfilling … Read more
Journaling isn’t just writing down what you did each day. It’s more about creating a space where your mind can untangle emotions and thoughts. Think of it as a conversation with yourself where you can be completely honest and open, no strings attached. Wait a minute……. As my mother used to say to me as … Read more