That idea in the back of your mind that delights (and, for now, freezes) you? Take bold action toward it; you’ll be making an impact in no time. Play is training for the unexpected. —Marc Bekoff Take Bold Action I used to dream of having the courage to take bold action. I craved being free…
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Learn How to Recover from Burnout and Reclaim Your Energy
Learning how to recover from burnout is a process, but it’s possible to reclaim your energy and restart your life. “Your worst sin is that you have destroyed and betrayed yourself for nothing.” —Fyodor Dostoevsky We Don’t Know How to Recover from Burnout My client, Janice, met me at the trailhead promptly at 6 am….
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A Surprising Brain Hack to Do Your Best Work
There’s a surprising brain hack you can employ to do your best work, and it requires less effort than you think. Ditch harsh judgment, self-criticism, and rigid planning, and hack your brain by stepping into the role of “explorer.” An explorer has no expectations or plan and places no value on a finished product. An…
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Embrace Uncertainty and Unlock the Power of Not Knowing
When was the last time you were comfortable not knowing something? We step into our true power when we embrace uncertainty and continue down our chosen path, trusting that things will work out how they’re meant to. Too often, we think power lies in knowing; we feel comfortable taking action when there are guaranteed outcomes,…
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Embrace Your Flaws and Discover The Way of Imperfection
To be creative, to take charge of your art, your business, or your life, you need to embrace your flaws. But in our high-stress, perfection-driven world, it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of flawlessness. The problem? Perfectionism is the death of creativity. It’s unnatural, rigid, and fueled by fear. By contrast, nature…
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How to Get Out of a Sales Slump in 3 Powerful Steps
Reconnecting with what drives you and what drives your best customers is the best way to sidestep a sales slump. The worst troll is the one that lives in your head. Austin Kleon Sales slumps can be downright terrifying, sapping our confidence and testing our resolve. It can be a very lonely time steeped in…
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