Communication is one of the most important skills in leadership. Having great communication can foster trust with your team, motivate your peers to go the extra mile, and bring a lot of success to your organization. Are you improving your communication skills daily? And are you aware of how you communicate with your teammates? Before …
Skills in Leadership: How to Master Your Negative Self-Talk Read More »
When you think of all the qualities that make a good leader, you think of caring, empathetic, courageous, inspiring, and much more. But what combines all of these qualities is emotional intelligence. When I was much younger, the kind of intelligence that mattered was how to solve mathematical problems and being brilliant in schoolwork. But …
Beyond IQ: The Resounding Impact of Emotional Intelligence in Work and Life Read More »
Introduction Summer is over, and we are stepping into a new season. This newness can be very exciting because, like autumn, it’s time to shed our old leaves and get ready for the upcoming change. Early September is the perfect time to reflect on the previous year and check in on ourselves. What can we …
I have been in therapy since the beginning of the year, and it has been a rewarding journey. Not everything is rosy, and I haven’t been spared any hurt and pain. However, what I find very comforting about therapy is how your perspective begins to shift from things that deeply hurt you to something that …
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Relationships are not always butterflies and rainbows. They demand time, effort, and attention. However, remaining in a toxic relationship is the opposite of healthy and can bring more harm than good. Any relationship comes with its little issues, which have the potential to turn into problems. But although these minor problems might be a bit …
Reasons Why an On/Off Relationship is a Toxic Relationship Read More »
There is an inconsistent stigma to doing certain things alone. Having coffee alone in a cafe, for example, carries no stigma even though in many cultures, cafes are considered highly social and a focal point for gathering with friends. Going to the movies alone—even though you’re forced to be a passive spectator in a place that …
The Joys and Perils of Travelling Alone and Staying in Hostels Read More »
Introduction Most of us work towards developing a certain bond with the people in our lives, whether that means cultivating satisfying relationships with them, having emotional connections with them, or having a long-lasting relationship with them. This fixation on relationships with other people can make it difficult to focus on the most important relationship a …
The Importance of Self-Care: For You and For Others Read More »
Introduction It is easy to lose yourself in a world where it is impossible to escape the incessant buzzing of your phone, the whirring of a car engine, or the tapping of your keyboard. Living in the 21st century, where almost everything is automated, we have become highly sprung individuals. While we cannot change society’s …
The world can feel so big. So incredibly big. It can feel overwhelming, overbearing, complicated, and, at times, devastating. To make sense of the many complications of life, and ultimately work towards creating peace and harmony with these complications, it can be helpful to maintain control over your time and daily routine. Time management is …
Introduction Don’t worry, I see you, you high-achieving anxious baby. Nothing is good enough for you. Every task needs to be completed to perfection, and without losing your breath. Your responsibilities have responsibilities. I hear you. I am one of you. Let’s talk about anxiety Anxiety as a mental health condition has a big spectrum. …
