A client recently described the challenges in moving a project forward because many stakeholders were concerned the objective would not be met by their stated deadline in the future. Understandable, since they are working on a statewide initiative that must meet nationally regulated standards—a huge, months-long project. It wasn’t the difficulty of the tasks or […]
10 Ways to Make Choices That Can Change Your Life
One of my favorite quotes comes from E.B. White, best known perhaps for authoring Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little: “I arise in the morning torn between the desire to improve the world and the desire to enjoy the world. It makes it hard to plan the day.” Indeed, each of our days start with a […]
Finding Your Optimal Stress Level: It’s Different than You May Think
When my sister hears my weekly schedule, her eyes glaze over and she shuts down, completely overwhelmed by how packed it is. I have the same reaction when I consider one of my friend’s weekly itineraries, which is even busier than mine. And yet, my friend thrives on her schedule just like I thrive on […]
What Fingerprints, Snowflakes, Brains and Tears Have In Common
Have you had a good cry lately? Maybe shed a tear or two? Years ago, I heard that tears have varying chemicals based on what generated the tears. Being the curious creature I am, I researched exactly what was different and why. I hope you find the information as fascinating as I did. Tears are […]
What Weight Does Your Body Want to Be?
Do you find yourself fighting and fighting to reach a certain weight, only to bounce right back to your current weight? Have you dropped 10 or 20 pounds, only to have them slowly creep back on? What’s the deal? Why does your body desire a certain weight? Research shows that your body has a weight […]
Using Self-Regulation to Stay Focused
They say that “patience is a virtue” and “time is money”. I’d like to suggest that “focus is a virtue and money” combined. Our inability to focus, concentrate and reflect deeply is significantly and negatively impacting productivity. In fact, getting distracted costs businesses billions – $588 billion per year by some estimates! Does that number […]
Focus is Overrated
Naturally, not all focus is overrated. However, American business is so hyper-focused on results, goals, objectives and checking the box, that the gift of mind wandering has lost its luster. Mark Twain said, “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did […]
A Caution Label for Neuroscience: Separating Fact from Fiction
Have you heard of “brain porn” yet? I first saw the provocative term in a 2013 Harvard Business Review article to describe the mainstream media hype on neuroscience. The article stated that scientists are concerned that the reporting of neuroscience vastly oversimplifies the research and is creating a “burgeoning industry of neuroconsultants who suggest that […]
A Magical School Bus for the Brain—Hop on Board!
When my kids were young, we all thought it would be incredibly cool to hop on The Magic School Bus and tour the land, sea, space and our bodies. Originally airing in 1994, The Magic School Bus premiered with the intent to help kids learn about science in a fun way with an animated series. […]
Neuroplasticity: It’s Not Too Late to Change Your Brain
Today, the U.S. Navy named one of its ships for former Arizona congresswoman Gabrielle Gifford. If you remember what happened to her three years ago, you’ll know why her presence at this ceremony is a testament of her strength and perseverance. You may also marvel at the power of her brain. It was January of […]