Doodling as a Creativity and Focus Tool

I was pleasantly surprised when I read a recent article tooting the benefits of doodling; I am not much of a drawer but I sure can doodle all day. Studies have shown that doodling helps with concentration, focus and retention of information. It also helps with our imagination and creativity, and seeing the big picture …

A New Way to Be More Positive This Year

If you are still preparing for how you want 2017 to go, there is a new trend catching on that I encourage you to consider, and that is the act of kindness. I'm sure you've heard about the benefits of practicing gratitude, which is where you recognize and appreciate all that you have in your …

New Year Success!

On this first day of 2017, I want to wish you a year filled with focus, clarity, and taking massive action on intentions you've set for yourself. If you haven't, it's not too late to do so. Dream as big as you want, as anything is possible if you have the right mindset, which is …

Doing Something that Scares You But Is Exactly What you Want/Need

First off, Happy Halloween! It feels strange having it be on a Monday but I did party on Saturday night. It was so fun to dress and have people you see daily not recognize you. I was a blond for the night (which I was for a period of time in my past). It was …

Life Lessons from a Golf Pro

I love reading inspirational stories of how people made it to their success. One of these is Gary Player, a professional golfer, who has shared his personal 'commandments' - the life lessons he has lived by and you can, too; hope you enjoy: Change is the price of survival Everything in business is negotiable, except …

Forging On – Now That You’re in the Habit

Happy July 1st - the first challenge is over and a new month full of possibilities awaits. I love this time as there are so many things to look forward to - most of which I can create. You have the same opportunity. My reveal is that I'm forging on with a new challenge, although …

30- Day Challenge – Success!

Well, I (we) made it! 30 Days of blogging, 30 ideas, 30 articles - I hope you found them informative and useful to both your personal and professional life. I have to say that it seems somehow surreal - time really did fly by now that it's over. I wonder if you are feeling the …

It’s Time to Release What You Can’t Control

In a perfect world, when we experience hurt we would be able to get over it and move on. We would not feel resentment towards the person we perceive has disappointed us in some way. That's right - when we get angry at someone else, it is because that person did not act in a …

What High Performers Do on Sunday to Get Ready for the Week Ahead

Today is Sunday, the day which has been known as 'the day of rest.' Back in the days, this was a day of family and taking it easy and doing fun activities. Minimal stores were open, forcing the family to be together. This practice helped workers to get prepared for the work they did in …

How Comparing Yourself to Others is Detrimental to Your Health

One of the biggest roadblocks most of us experience, and which causes us to feel anxious or depressed - or even angry, is comparing ourselves to others. 'I'll never be as good as they are' 'They're so much prettier than I am' 'The boss likes him better than me.' Having thoughts such as this can …