Sleep. We all know it’s important. But, there is so much to do and no time to do it. Where do we steal the time? From our sleep, right? We tell ourselves that we can function on 6, 5, or 4 hours of sleep. We’re kidding ourselves—we can’t. Watch Matt Walker’s TedTalk and you may
Lawyering & Life
We Can’t Control What Happens, But We Can Control Our Response
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com.
Life can feel totally out of control sometimes. This year has been difficult for many reasons — political turmoil, economic chaos, a global pandemic — and I know that many people are feeling helpless and out of control.
I understand this feeling. It’s been a challenging year for me,…
Four Steps To Find True Happiness In Your Life
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com.
What does happiness mean to you?
Healthy relationships? A good job? Time spent with your family?
The truth is, there are as many definitions of happiness as there are stars in the night sky because happiness looks different for each of us.
But here is something we all share…
If You Want a Healthy Business, Nurture a Healthy Mind
Entrepreneurs drive the economy forward with innovative solutions to big problems in business. How different businesses have weathered the pandemic this past year is proof of that. However, while entrepreneurs generate success for their businesses, one aspect of that role isn’t discussed enough: their mental health.
According to Dr. Michael Freeman, a psychiatrist who studies…
How to Motivate Yourself to Change Your Behavior: Tali Sharot
Over the years I have written about change hundreds of times—in this and other blogs, articles, speeches and not to mention 1000’s of hours I talk with my clients about change. As humans, we seem to be programmed to resist change, even when we want to change. Here is a great TEDTalk by Talia Sharot,…
Live With Purpose: How to Find Your ‘North Star’
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com.
Most people, in my experience, don’t take the time to think about what fuels them, what guides them and what they were put on this planet to achieve. Life has a way of keeping us distracted and focused only on the moment. Day after day and week after week,…
Are You Committed Or Are You Just Interested?
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com.
Management expert Ken Blanchard is credited with saying, “There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in something, you do it only when it’s convenient. When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.”
So, I ask you: When you set goals for your career…
Change. What Will You do—Resist or Embrace?
Change is uncomfortable, and most often, it will happen with or without your participation. Will you embrace it, or will you resist it? Could it be an opportunity for growth? Consider for a moment—What if it is an opportunity for growth and you pass on it? Seth Godin has an interesting perspective…
“The windmills aren’t…
Do You Want a Better Mood, Better Energy, a Better Memory and Better Focus?
I bet you read the headline and said—” yah, yah, yah, it sounds like a late-night infomercial.” Well, it’s not an infomercial, it is true you can have a better mood, energy, memory, and focus! Watch Wendy Suzuki’s TED Talk and I’m sure you will find it inspiring. When she describes how she was living…
Having a Hard Time Staying Focused on Your 2021 Goals? Learn from Shondra Rhimes
It’s now well into February. Have you lost your enthusiasm for your goals and vision for 2021? Here’s a little inspiration from Shondra Rhimes who is one of the most successful television producers, screenwriters, and authors.
Do you feel luck is not on your side? Think about this!
I am not lucky. You know what
…