Plants, Positivity & Performance
Luther Burbank (1849-1926), the famous botanist and creator of more than 800 new varieties of plants, once said:
Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the...
Are You Asking the Right Questions?
Genuine curiosity and an unwillingness to accept the status quo is a distinguishing characteristic of truly successful people. For them, information and simply knowing facts is not enough. They constantly ask questions to help...
Does Showing Emotion At Work Undermine My Authority As A Boss?
Showing emotion need not undermine your authority. On the contrary, it can underscore your commitment to your work. It all depends on how you spin it. If you have a meltdown, instead of saying...
Realistic Resolutions That Will Actually Stick
Full disclosure: New Year's resolutions are the bane of my January-February existence. In theory, they are a wonderfully positive chance to turn over a new leaf — to try to get more sleep, exercise...
Is Home a Feeling or a Place?
It is said that home is a feeling, not a place. But for many of us, the house we grew up in occupies sacred ground in our hearts. No matter how old we are...
How to Push Past Fear
According to most swimming superstars,“Getting in a cold pool first thing in the morning” is the single hardest thing about training. Those first few minutes are the toughest part of the day. They dread...