The words said by Aristotle more than 2000 years ago still ring true: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” The world has changed much since those days, but the functions of human systems are still the same. And when it comes to habits, they rule supreme,…

If you want a lesson on team morale and its criticality, just look to American soldiers in World War II and Vietnam. These were very different times, exceedingly different public networks of morale, and as history tells, very different outcomes. Morale is the confidence, enthusiasm and discipline of…

Success is an enchanting word. It’s the magical stardust we all want to be touched by. It’s a goal on its own for many too, a motivator, a reason to wake up every day with the drive to take on the world and “have it all.” Luckily, there is barely a shortage of advice on how you can thrive and…

I bet you’re thinking that you’ve reached the height of your career. You’re scared to try new roles because you believe companies prefer younger employees. No matter which way you look at it, there’s no room to progress or a promotion. The problem is, that with this mindset you cut all chances of…

The food we eat has a clear influence on our health and, of course, on our weight. If we feed our bodies with junk, we can only expect weight gain as a result. On the other hand, by pursuing a healthy diet, we can keep our metabolism active and get rid of excess pounds. In this article, you will…

Empty Nest Syndrome is not a mental disorder or clinical diagnosis. Instead, it is a term used to characterize the real feelings of deep sadness, angst, and loneliness that parents can feel when all of their children are grown and leave home. It is a very real and sad experience for many parents.…

I think you’ll agree with me when I say that finding one meal that everyone in the family likes is a challenge! But as busy parents we also don’t want to have to make separate meals for the kids either. The good news is there are some amazing healthy family meals out there that are: Healthy…

Life can come as a roller coaster sometimes. It is tough to be the best version of yourself as you constantly meet with obstacles and life’s changing dynamisms. To move on to a different plateau, you may need to be more strategic and systematic in your approach to life. I have been there. I know how…

Building and maintaining a strong upper back depends not only on strength-training, but stretching and nutrition as well. Stretching the upper back muscles, along with a healthy diet can help alleviate pain while improving endurance. Did you know that stretching your upper back builds endurance for…

In modern life, it’s increasingly difficult to switch off from work. Technology streamlines life and opens up new opportunities but it doesn’t reduce our workloads. Now, many employees find it difficult to switch off when emails continue to pop up on their smartphone. The knock on effect here is…

“Shut up!!” “Don’t be so lazy!!” “What’s wrong with you?” These types of phrases frequently come out of people’s mouths every day. So, is there really anything wrong with saying them? I mean, we have all said some of these things ourselves – or at very least had these thoughts. But is it verbal…

How do you motivate yourself? We all want to maximize our time and do more of the things we love to do but sometimes we get stuck in the ‘getting ready’ process. We want to live every day with a clear intention to get closer to achieving our goals and living a happy, successful life. We want to get…

Social Anxiety Disorder (formerly known as Social Phobia) can be a significant hurdle to your happiness, health, and ability to achieve your potential in relationships and at work Here’s a common scenario: You’re the kind of person that likes others. You want friends, you want to hang out with your…

You know what it’s like to have the honeymoon phase of any relationship die down. It’s fun and exciting in the beginning, but you get comfortable and the relationship can begin to get a little stale. The longer the relationship lasts, the more ups and downs you will run into. While this is all…

Overwhelm is a pernicious state largely caused by the ever-increasing demands on our time and the distractions that exist all around us. It creeps up on us and can, in its extreme form, leave us feeling anxious, stressed and exhausted. If you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, here are a few strategies…

In 1911 Frederick Taylor, an American engineer turned management consultant, published a book, The Principles of Scientific Management , which revolutionized practices for workplace efficiency. [1] In the book, Taylor proposed the idea that employee productivity and motivation could be altered by…

Over time your memory slips little by little, and the moments where you forget people’s names or can’t remember where you left your keys become more and more frequent. It’s a natural process, and doesn’t necessarily mean that there’s something wrong with your brain. You just need to keep it active…

There are days where our internal motivation will suffice. Those are the days when you can get right to work without having to put on that fast-paced playlist, drink ten pots of coffee, and take a cold shower just to get started on your projects and responsibilities. Other days, however, we can use…

The MBTI Personality Test is an attempt by psychologists to categorize different personality types. The Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a personal inventory that is meant to make the theory of psychological types described by Carl Jung understandable and accessible to people’s lives. [1] But…

Note-taking is useful in helping improve your memory and increase your productivity at work. By writing down notes, you have something tangible you can refer back to, remember what needs to be done, and regain control of your work throughout the day. There are thousands of different note-taking apps…

Have you ever attended a meeting and you were left confused what the meeting was meant to achieve after it ended? It’s a common occurrence; you attend your regular monthly organization meeting, a special task force meeting or a social group committee meeting promptly that went on and on and on. When…

How can we use technology as a tool to advance humanity and consciousness? Technology is neutral and can be used to clutter the mind or to encourage spaciousness. Eckhart suggests being very conscious about your use of technology and maintaining periods of time that are technology-free. Subscribe to…

Are you having trouble sticking to a family budget? You aren’t alone. Budgeting is difficult. Creating one is hard enough, but actually sticking to it is a whole other issue. Things come up. Desires and cravings happen. And the next thing you know, budgets break. So how can you stick to a family…

Meeting scheduler apps are awesome if you use them right. Use them wrong and you can look like an arrogant elitist. In this article, we’ll share not only how to use meeting scheduler apps to improve automation, integration and reputation, but also 11 awesome meeting scheduler apps you can start…