From Dreams to Reality: The Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement
We all have dreams and aspirations we want to achieve, whether they be personal, academic, or professional. But how do we turn these dreams into reality? The answer lies in the psychology of goal setting and achievement. In this article, we will explore…
Setting Your Goals, The SMART Way
Do you want to maximize productivity and achieve your goals most efficiently? This is especially paramount for those striving to balance family life, professional opportunities, health and fitness endeavors, or improving their current lifestyle. Setting…
BOOK REVIEW: The Upside of Stress
I recently re-read, “The Upside of Stress” by Dr. Kelly McGonigal. Here’s a quick summary of it. In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an inevitable part of life. Most of us are familiar with the negative effects of stress, such…
The Performance Triad
Many factors come into play when it comes to enhancing workplace productivity and overall efficiency. But one of the most important is the Performance Triad – a balance of three essential elements: physical activity, nutrition, and sleep. Each part is…
The Performance Triad: Better Sleep
In our fast-paced, always-on world, ensuring we’re taking care of ourselves is more crucial than ever. The Performance Triad is a tool to help us do just that. The three components of the Performance Triad are exercise, nutrition, and sleep. This…
From Distracted to Engaged – The Paper Plate Activity
The plate activity is a simple and effective exercise designed to help learners clear mental distractions and transition into a focused, ready-to-learn state. At the start of the session, each participant receives a paper plate and is asked to draw or…
Sleep: 3,2,1
A few days ago a friend told me about his daily sleep routine and I had to give it a try. He calls it “Sleep: 3,2,1.” A bedtime routine is important because it sets us up for a better night’s rest and ultimately for a better day the…
A Healthy Relationship with Dopamine – 10 Tips
Dopamine is a type of monoamine neurotransmitter. It is involved in the control of movement, emotional response, and the experience of pleasure and pain. It is produced in the brain and released by the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands.…
Stress is Killing Us, 5 Tips for Fighting Back
Do you feel like you’re constantly under pressure? Do you feel like you can’t take a break because there’s always more work to be done? If so, you’re not alone. Stress is one of the biggest problems in the world today. According…
The Performance Triad: Nutrition is the Fuel for Fitness
If you want to be your best self, whether that’s in the gym, on the field, or just feeling your best overall, then you need to focus on all three members of the performance triad: nutrition, sleep and stress management. All three are essential for…