Have you noticed how easy it is to be passively entertained to the point where we almost forget how to be creative? I’ve become accustomed to reading interesting articles on my ipad, instead of sitting down and putting pen to…
Time is short, we must act slowly.
My previous blog, Stop, Look and Listen mentioned this Zen saying, but didn’t discuss how it can lead to increased efficiency and effectiveness. When we feel anxious and hurried, our breath becomes shallow and oxygen to our brain is reduced,…
Less is More
The best way to get more done may be to spend more time doing less. Relaxing activities such as workouts, naps, and meditation increase productivity as well as health. Naps are a great way to increase enjoyment creativity and…
April Fool’s Day
Keep your eye out for the unexpected and funny not just today but every day. Looking for the unexpected humor is a great practice every day. Viktor Frankl in his awe-inspiring book ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’, referred to humor as…
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking
I recently read the above titled book by Susan Cain. Written by an introvert, she describes how to increase confidence to have the courage to accomplish difficult challenges. There was much to learn but for me it is a wonderful…