Why do we wait to pick up the phone and make the call when we know we need to? It’s even easier to put off sending that difficult email or text. The answer to this question is simple. Our brains are wired to steer us towards comfort, and away from discomfort. The only thing that […]
When you consider the benefits of meditation, what comes to mind? Reduced stress and anxiety… Lowered blood pressure… Increased focus… Feeling more relaxed…? These are all proven benefits of meditation, but we don’t often think about what can happen as a result of all these benefits combined. The superpower of meditation is that it increases […]
What I’ve done in this post is attempt to self-coach myself through an issue, in writing, and in real time. It is possible to self-coach and it can be highly effective at times. At other times, it’s incredibly difficult. This will give you an example of what this conversation in your head (in writing) might […]
Life coach. Business coach. Performance coach. Leadership coach. Health coach. Sports coach. What’s the difference between all these coaches? What is the definition of coaching? How is coaching unique? What makes someone a certified or professional coach? There is confusion in the coaching industry and it’s completely understandable. Coaching is a broad term, and everyone […]
I’ve been thinking a lot about this thing we call our Ego. Our ego is not who we are. It’s a constructed lens of our world, which tells us who we think we are. It’s much more common to hear about mindfulness in the workplace. Meditation has become known as a tool to help us […]
I applaud the efforts of others who try to synthesize information in the health world. In many instances, new knowledge and research can lead to life-altering results for many people. For others, the amount of information and misinformation out there is Oh. Ver. Whelming. You can find a credible (whatever that means) source to take […]
You always have the answer, but you might not have the right question. If you’re currently unhappy in your current job or career path, asking some of these questions can help you gain clarity around the root cause of your dissatisfaction. Q: Is there a single person, problem, or another variable that’s causing 80% of […]
We have many different relationships in our lives, all of which have their own unique value. In this post, I’ve chosen to look at the unique qualities of different relationships that help us grow, and compare these qualities to the relationship between coach and client. From my perspective, a great coach embodies many of the […]