Do you feel like some days you’re just more naturally focused and productive than others? It’s human nature. There are days when we feel more alert and energized, and then there are days when we just can’t seem to get with it. On those unfocused days, do you just grit your teeth, tense your shoulders, … Read More
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Are You in Serious Need of Some Downtime? — Part 2
Are you turning yourself inside-out for your business success? My last blog entry seemed to touch a nerve for quite a few hardworking business people. For a variety of reasons, many people put their personal lives on hold while they chase after elusive professional goals, or while they try to meet the overwhelming demands placed … Read More
Are You in Serious Need of Some Downtime?
Almost a year ago, I wrote a short note to a very talented and extremely busy professional woman, who was struggling with symptoms of exhaustion and burn-out. Over time, her life had gotten seriously out of balance, and she was showing many signs of stress. She was overworked, and overwhelmed with the huge demands on … Read More
The Power of a True Friend
A true friend knows your weaknesses but shows you your strengths; feels your fears but fortifies your faith; sees your anxieties but frees your spirit; recognizes your disabilities but emphasizes your possibilities. William Arthur Ward Imagine the power of a true friend, someone who is there by your side, walking hand-in-hand with you through life. … Read More
Give Yourself Freedom from Chasing After Perfection
What happens when we strive for perfection? We wind up exhausted, frustrated, and fully stressed-out! Perfection is not attainable. Please re-read the last sentence: Perfection is not attainable! No matter how hard we try, we will never be perfect — none of us will ever reach that goal. We never-the-less keep trying. Why? Why … Read More
“Unplugged” Holiday — Lots of Rest, Relaxation, and Family
It’s been over a week since you’ve heard from me. That’s because I was taking my own advice, and managing my stress by taking some time out to rest, relax, and enjoy family that I don’t get to see often enough. We just got back from a music festival. It was great fun!! There’s just … Read More