Not long ago, I met a gentleman who was downtrodden and beleaguered. He explained to me all the reasons his business was not doing well and declared that he was just no good at that Internet stuff. The stress was impacting his company and his ability to lead. He also went on to say he…
Are you one of those people who is chronically late? Who always rushes from place to place and leaves people waiting on you, creating tension before you even start? Do you realize that being late is actually a broken agreement, that it says to the person you are meeting “You are not important enough to…
Stress Slows Down Metabolism A new study from Biological Psychiatry shows that women burn fewer calories under stress and are more likely to reach for the wrong food when they are upset. For many people, that means indulging in sugary carbs, which elevates blood sugar, contributes to diabetes and makes you put on belly fat….
Believe it or not, yes. New research in the Journal Psychoneuroendocrinology shows results of a study done on mindful meditators. Researchers in the US, Spain, and France report the evidence of specific molecular changes in the body following a period of intensive mindfulness practice. The study investigated long-term meditators. After 8 hours of mindfulness practice, the meditators…
There are Good People Everywhere You may have read about her or seen her on Ellen®. The story of the the young waitress in Concord, NH who paid the bill for two furloughed women from the National Guard. That meant she made only $8 in tips that day, which did not cover the struggling single mother’s…
Other People’s Behavior is ALWAYS about Them! I recently had lunch with two great women who have achieved substantial success in life and business. However, like so many people, they were taking way too much responsibility for others. As I speak around the country about burn-out, I see this trend over and over. You are NOT…
Your Life Is a Choice. Choose Wisely. Not long ago, we celebrated my father-in-law’s 80th birthday in Boston. A successful businessman who is mostly retired, he is a vital, vibrant man who has chosen to live life entirely on his own terms. He plays tennis several times a week, square dances regularly, and participates fully…
Follow Your Intuition All of us have intuitive feelings- those gut instincts which warn you about someone or something. Over the years, I have found that as we cultivate and appreciate our intuition, it can be a great source of wisdom and knowledge. At one time, my husband had 120+ employees. Whenever his management team hired a new…
Pets Heal on So Many Levels “Cathy, Eric and their son Michael Keesling had retired early after handling a flooded basement and setting up a gasoline pump to empty it. Their beloved mellow cat, Winnie, sat in the window enjoying the sounds of the evening. All of sudden, Michael passed out in the hallway. Cathy…
One of the most common questions I hear as a professional speaker is how to overcome nervousness and anxiety when presenting. The answer is simple and reliable: preparation. When leaders prepare deliberately, confidence follows. Anxiety fades. Presence strengthens. Four Ways to Prepare for Great Presentations 1. Prepare Your Material Know your message thoroughly. Research your…