Exercise Optimism

Exercise Optimism is one of the core competencies in the Six Seconds Model of Emotional Intelligence. It’s defined as taking a proactive perspective of hope and possibility, by which people take ownership, generate new options, and invent solutions to “unsolvable” problems.

Illuminate: Who drives you NUTS?

Your ‘Sandpaper Person’ illuminates your own personal beliefs + opportunities for growth. This articles breaks down how to identify + learn from the person who most challenges you.

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Illuminate: The Burn Out, Part I

So often, when we are in a hard place, we just want to get out as quickly as possible. But transforming our muck into meaning takes time, acceptance, and understanding. Here is my story of a recent burn out, and how you, too, can transform your muck.

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