National Bike to Work Day (May 17)
Today is National Bike to Work Day (May 17) Happy National Bike to Work Day! This special day is all about encouraging more people to swap their car keys for bike helmets and enjoy the many benefits of cycling to work. Here are a few reasons to celebrate…
SLANT for Better Communication in the Family Domain
I recently published a post about using SLANT at work for better communication. But it occurred to me that the majority of the time I talk about this with clients and classes, it centers on the family, so I thought I’d share a bit of perspective…
Understanding the #CANofStress and Feeding the #SEADOG
Understanding the #CANofStress and Feeding the #SEADOG: Why Chemical Influencers Matter As someone who teaches and speaks regularly on learning science and resilience, I’ve found that using memory joggers can be incredibly effective in helping people…
SLANT for Better Communication
No matter what we’re doing, effective communication is a vital skill. One method that stands out for enhancing communication is the SLANT technique. Originally used in educational settings, SLANT is an acronym that identifies five key behaviors to…
Unraveling the Impact of Stress on the Hippocampus: A Journey Through Neuroscience
Have you ever struggled to remember where you parked your car in a crowded parking lot, especially when you’re feeling stressed? That moment of forgetfulness might be more than just a minor inconvenience—it could be a direct result of how stress…
Exploring the Johari Window for Comprehensive Fitness
Exploring the Johari Window for Comprehensive Fitness The Johari Window is a powerful tool for enhancing self-awareness and communication, contributing significantly to comprehensive fitness across various domains. By exploring authentic disclosure, the…
April 2024 Quotes
April 1. “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” – John F. Kennedy April 2. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that…
Tackling Triangulation, Rumors, and Gossip in the Occupational Domain
Tackling Triangulation, Rumors, and Gossip in the Occupational Domain In the workplace, triangulation, rumors, and gossip can severely impact morale, trust, and productivity. Addressing these issues is crucial for maintaining a healthy and comprehensive…
Navigating the Window of Tolerance: A Path to Growth and Freedom
Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our ability to choose our response. In our response lies our power and growth, and ultimately, our freedom. This profound idea, adapted from Viktor Frankl, serves as the foundation for…
March 2024 Quotes
March 1. “Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” – Seneca March 2. “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” – Socrates March 3.…