Richie Davidson and Daniel Goleman sorted through the research to find the outcomes from rigorous and replicable research. The results are summarized in the December 2017 Mindful magazine. The ev...
At a recent women’s leadership gathering, an executive was asked what is needed from women leaders now and how can women leaders have more impact. Nancy, an executive, shared her experiences. ...
Last fall, David O’ Fallon’s blunt words resonated with me. He spoke at a women’s leadership conference, he was the only man in the room. His words were provocative. Our culture...
In the fall of 2017, Dr Yvonne Cheek and others reflected on what is needed from women leaders now. This is an edited version of her 10 minute talk. Resources More about Dr. Yvonne Cheek More ...
Kindness means being caring and considerate. It does not mean not speaking up or doing tough stuff. How would it change my days if I took a conscious stand for kindness? Resources Psychology Today &...
What’s wrong with civility? Exploring how civility is not an exercise in politeness but more a practice of speaking your truth without diminishing someone else’s. Resources The Institute...
Persistence can be developed. And it is critical for you to create a life that focuses on what matters most. In this episode are some times for cultivating persistence. Resources Robert Kegan Talk...
Simplification is appealing. Less stuff. Less complications. More space. And it is one thing to have the intention and another to live out of simplicity. Resources Summary of The Life Changing Mag...
After reading Shonda Rhimes book, Year of Yes, it raised the question, what do I need to say “yes” to? Resources Shonda Rhimes TED Talk Intentionally Authoring the Next Chapter – Podcast Missin...
Happiness is not so dependent on our external circumstances as it is our mindset. Reflecting on practices we can use to remind us of the gift around us each day. Resources Shawn Achor TED Talk Posit...
We think we know what is real and what is possible. And research by Dr. Ellen Langer indicates we should think again. Maybe our questions shouldn’t be “Can I?” Maybe they shoul...
It can frustrating to know better than what we actually do. Why do I forget what I know? Mastery requires so much more than simply understanding. Resources Persistence Helps – Podcast Becomi...
Early on, we learn a story of who we are supposed to be, how we are supposed to do life. These stories become our reality. “I have to be strong.” “I have to put others needs befo...
Expressing gratitude knits a community together. It creates a positive ripple of connection. It is easily done and it is one small way we can contribute to a healthy community. Resources Daily Good ...
Brene Brown, in her new book, says it is hard to hate up close, move in. We are living in the land where us and them is more common then the notion that we are all in this together. We each can ...
The wisest ones are self-aware. We each can develop this capacity by taking time to reflect. The end of the year is a great time to reflect on what has been and what is emerging. Resources ...
Resilience is a key to success, especially in times of change. Reviewing the literature, Diane Coutu summarizes the themes in her Harvard Business Review article – How Resilience Works? ...
Kindness is contagious. People who witness or receive kindness are more likely to be kind. It isn’t that hard. How do we bring more kindness into our communities? Resources Kindness is conta...
We do have the capacity for great cruelty and great kindness. I’m curious how to grow the kindness side of nature. To support that reflection, I am sharing a few local stories that celebrate...
We do have the capacity for great cruelty and great kindness. I’m curious how to grow the kindness side of nature. To support that reflection, I am sharing a few local stories that celebrate...
One of the most powerful things we can do for our mental health is notice our blessings and express thanks. It not only makes a difference in your life, it affects those around you as well. Resource...
What are you noticing? Learning how to be present, to notice what is here, mindfulness — it can change your life. Many sources find it a key to resilience, creativity, health, and happiness. R...
Richie Davidson and Daniel Goleman sorted through the research to find the outcomes from rigorous and replicable research. The results are summarized in the December 2017 Mindful magazine. The ev...
We are ahead of most communities. We have a community that knows how to care and extend kindness. Now to build on that ability to respectfully disagree. Resources Parker Palmer’s Habits of t...
Emotions are contagious. How do we spread more positive and less negative emotions? Resources Daniel Goleman Blog Rick Hanson – Neuroscience of Happiness Developing Positive Emotions Bl...
“We become the stories we tell ourselves.” Dr. Nick Nissley How do we nudge our story into a healthy direction each day. This episode continues to explore the research cited in Dr. Timot...
“We become the stories we tell ourselves.” (Nick Nissley). Dr Timothy Wilson has researched and found powerful methods to nudge our stories in a healthy directions. Resources Dr Wilson t...
Self awareness is the top quality of successful leaders. It is a key to living an intentional and joyful life. And it is very hard to observe ourselves as so much is driven by that adaptive uncons...
We don’t need to be fixed. We grow and change by learning to be more present with whatever shows up. That capacity softens the hold of our ego. Resources Deep Living Interview with Roxanne H...
We make choices all day long. It is how we sculpt our lives. We need to get out of head-centric approach and invite the body into the conversation. Resources: Out of Our Heads – Interview with...
“I have some feedback for you.” Those words can evoke a reaction in many of us. How do we learn to open ourselves to other’s perception and at the same time not lose our own pers...
If feedback seems to be the best options, it is helpful to use some basic communication tools to keep it constructive. Resources Books – Crucial Conversations and Difficult Conversations Podcast...
Feedback is highly valued in our culture. It is assumed that organizations rich in feedback are more productive. In this episode, we explore some research and neuroscience that challenges that ass...
It takes a patient garden to remove the weeds from the roots. It takes a patient self-observer to remove the weeds from our life. Resources Persistence Helps – Podcast Stop Feeding Your I...
It is important to find a way to take a stand for love and at the same time face our own shadows. Resources Understanding Our Shadow Implicit Association Test – About Implicit Association Test &...
Sometimes we confuse our thoughts with reality. And our thoughts can imprison us into patterns that are limiting. Resources Psychology Today – Thinking about Thinking Stillness Even When There...
Part 3 of a conversation with seasoned coach Karen Kodzik on what career advice she would give to those new in their career or mid-career workers. Resources Karen Kodzik’s company Resilience Pod...
Part 2 of a conversation with seasoned coach Karen Kodzik on what does it mean to achieve balance in our lives. Resources Karen Kodzik’s company Resilience Podcast Whole-hearted Decisions Podcas...
A conversation with seasoned coach Karen Kodzik on what does it mean to achieve balance in our lives. Resources Karen Kodzik’s company Resilience Podcast Whole-hearted Decisions Podcast Living o...
“This program is funded in part by the Community Opportunity Fund of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation.” Some feel kindness is the antidote to hatefulness. It does knit a community tog...
How often are we hard on ourselves? How often do we deny our feelings or push through? What do we do when we REALLY see that we are being unkind? In this episode, we explore what to do when we o...
Emotions are contagious. How do we spread more positive and less negative emotions? Resources Daniel Goleman Blog Rick Hanson – Neuroscience of Happiness Developing Positive Emotions Bl...
It is a powerful question to ask yourself regularly: What Am I Avoiding? You will learn more about yourself and become more intentional in your choices. It is understandable to avoid discomfort ...
Great decisions require more than our heads. How do we bring our whole selves to the decision-making. Resources Like it or not emotions will drive your decisions today Getting Out of Our Head...
We are ahead of most communities. We have a community that knows how to care and extend kindness. Now to build on that ability to respectfully disagree. Resources Parker Palmer’s Habits of t...
This program is funded in part by the Community Opportunity Fund of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation. This episode of Bringing Out the Best of Ourselve explores the power of art to heal u...
Non-complementary behavior — when we response in a way that changes the script. For example, meeting hostility with warm or empathy. Three stories of changing the script. Resources Invisibil...
Resilience is a key to success, especially in times of change. Reviewing the literature, Diane Coutu summarizes the themes in her Harvard Business Review article – How Resilience Works? Resour...
Creating art has been shown to support healing. Research has shown creative processes to reduce loneliness, anxiety and mood disorders. Art and beauty have also been correlated with reduced need fo...