Non-profit and social impact leaders, are you ready to silence the inner critic that fuels burnout and limits your potential? Discover how the Judge holds you back – and how Positive Intelligence's Mental Fitness framework can transform your mindset. This approach offers tools to challenge negativity, cultivate self-compassion, and maximize your impact.
Read MoreDo you ever feel like your own worst enemy? If you constantly get in your own way, sabotaging your goals and happiness, you're not alone. In this blog, we'll explore the hidden forces behind self-sabotage and how to outsmart your inner critic to achieve the success you deserve.
Read MoreEver feel enslaved by your phone? I did, so I took a two-month digital detox and gained back precious time and focus. Turns out, the world didn't end! Want to break free too? Check out my top tips that ACTUALLY worked – you might be surprised!
Read MoreI took a break from the digital world to focus on my mental well-being, and it was both liberating and challenging. The experience highlighted the importance of awareness and healthy coping mechanisms. Have you tried a digital detox? Learn more here.
Read MoreWhen discussing our dream and goals, the refrain of 'not enough time' is all too familiar. Yet, what if I told you that dedicating just 5-60 minutes a day could propel you toward your dreams? Welcome to Week 10 of our series on overcoming common dream obstacles, where we're diving into the time crunch and how to overcome it.
Read MoreEver wonder how to turn your aspirations into reality? 🚀 The answer might surprise you: writing them down! Research shows this simple act can boost your success by up to 42%! is your dream written down and placed somewhere you are reminded of it daily? If not, check out my latest blog where I explore the incredible value of putting pen to paper. Your dreams are worth it!
Read MorePursuing our dreams is a transformative journey, but we often encounter obstacles that hinder our progress. These "dream blockers" can discourage and demotivate us, preventing us from reaching our full potential. Over the next 10 weeks, we'll explore common dream blockers and provide insights on how to overcome them, paving the way for a more purposeful pursuit of your dreams. Let's get started!
Read MoreMany of us have big goals and dreams we want to achieve, but the thought of planning and executing them can be overwhelming. It's easy to get stuck in the planning phase and never take action. However, breaking down your goals into small, manageable steps can make the process less daunting and more achievable.
Read MoreDo you experience decision fatigue when you have a lot on your plate? If so, you aren’t alone. Checking in on your core values to help you make a decision can bring clarity, ease and speed your decision-making process.
Read MoreWhat thought soundtracks are you choosing to play in your head? The most important conversations you have are the ones you have with yourself.
Read MoreYou know those moments when something small happens and our brain decides to dramatize and catastrophize it? Like booking flights for the wrong dates? Or losing essential funding for your business? Here’s my go to way for dealing with it productively.
Read MoreSwimming in confusion and indecision? You aren’t alone. Here are some ways to be more decisive and save time.
Read MoreDo you look at your long to-do list and just want to zone out like these two glassy eyed dudes from the Sydney Zoo?! 🤣 We all experience this sometimes and get stuck.
One step you can take is to simplify your list by deciding to focus on the top items that will give you the most impact in terms of making progress towards your priorities and goals. Using the 80/20 rule can be a useful tool in achieving this.
In my last two blogs, I discussed a couple steps you can take to create an extraordinary year for yourself (or whatever adjective inspires you - an amazing, joyful, healthy or adventurous year, etc.). The first step is noticing how your saboteur thoughts might be blocking you from pursuing your dreams. When you shine the light on them, own them and question them, you weaken their hold on you and open up the space to pursue them. The second step is taking the time to visualize your dream in detail, so you can feel the fun and excitement of it NOW instead of later. It will increase your chances of sticking to your commitment and following through. Today, I want to discuss the third step - planning the details and taking your first tiny step. There are so many ways to plan, from creating a super detailed plan to outlining a general blueprint.
Read MoreEver notice that voice in your head that says, “I need x to be happy and if I don’t get it I’ll be miserable.” I sure have. My brain loves to think “If I don’t live overseas, I’ll never be truly happy.” Or “If I don't ace this project, it's all over.” These thoughts create stress and spiral when left unchecked. That's your internal Judge and it loves to create extra stress for you.
Luckily, I’m on to my internal Judge these days.
Read MoreMany start-up entrepreneurs face daily challenges to their self-confidence.
A frequent one is imposter syndrome (also known as imposter phenomenon or experience since it isn’t a mental disorder), generally defined as a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their skills, talents, or accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud.”
As an entrepreneur we wear multiple hats a day, frequently charting new territories. This can be both exciting and nerve racking…
Read MoreHow often do you worry about something only to realize later that it wasn’t worth your time and energy? Take a few minutes to ponder this.
When I ask people this question, most people say the worry was rarely worth their time. With hindsight, we often recognize that worrying about these situations didn’t add any value and in many cases just made our responses to the situation less productive.
One trick I like to use when I feel worry creeping in is to ask myself the following questions:
Read MoreHave you been experiencing guilt and don’t know what to do about it? Here are three steps you can take to address it.
Read MoreThe same goes for the “mountains” of life. I want to have the capacity to respond to life’s great challenges with a positive mindset rather than a negative one. I don’t want to huff and puff and be miserable along the way. I want to have the mental fitness to handle whatever I choose to take on with confidence and courage.
Read MoreDo you have a lot of stress and overwhelm in your life? Maybe endless to-do lists, difficult colleagues and family that drives you up the wall? Do you crave more calm, ease and fulfillment in your work and personal life?
I hear you and you aren’t alone. I’ve been there and have successfully transformed my life to regularly create more peace and happiness. You can too.
I’d like to invite you to join my next 8-week Mental Fitness group coaching program where you’ll dive into how to identify what's weighing you down and how to show up as your best self.
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