We all have regrets. They make us feel bad. What you probably aren’t aware of is the power they have to propel you in a positive direction. A regret is an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth. Each regret is a valuable resource! They are always about the past. You focus on what you didn’t …
Too often we make decisions that later we regret. We get impatient waiting and worrying about what’s the best choice. Clarity comes with a careful review of pros and cons, listening to your intuition and awareness of body sensations. Your body will tense or tighten in a particular place letting you know… don’t! As a …
I’m amazed at how often a client denies being angry. I stopped using that big bad word many years ago. Instead I ask if they are Irritated, Frustrated or Annoyed. The difference in their reactions is remarkable. The truth is all these words come under the Anger Family Umbrella. They are related like first or …
What is “Emotional Wellness”? Why is it important? How do you become emotionally healthier? I’ve been interested in emotional wellness forever! I’m a Licensed Counselor and some say I’m an emotions management expert! At the University of Illinois wellness center they define Emotional Wellness as… “Emotionally well people are able to express feelings freely and …
As a Business Coach and Licensed Counselor, I readily point out to clients the impact of using a hedge word. I’ll ask them to repeat the sentence they just said and take out the hedge word. I watch them smile as they realize the difference. Some examples include… I’m “kind of” frustrated with the slow growth of my …
You’re Fired!. — Donald Trump on “The Apprentice” We’ve all been there – the pit in the stomach, the endless excuses, the countless delays. In our business lives, as well as personal, we often know we’d be better off if we could simply end a key, but troublesome, relationship. It’s time to say goodbye, but …