How often do you find yourself thinking more about the criticisms and less about the compliments? Take what’s constructive and useful from the criticisms, and at the same time, consciously give less weight to the negative experiences and greater value to positive ones. Let’s train ourselves...
Whether it's eating healthier, exercising regularly or making wiser financial choices, setting a resolution or an intention is an important first step. But, as we all know, the real challenge is staying committed to your goal. One effective way to help you stay on track is...
Your mind isn’t made of matter but how you care for it matters. Nurture your mind with healthy and uplifting thoughts. Engage it in positive reflection and contemplation. Allow space for moments of stillness and give your mind a rest. Protect the mind from unnecessary...
Setbacks are disappointing but not the end of the world! In fact, every setback is a set-up for a comeback. Here’s how to make it happen: 1. Accept the setback but don’t let it define who you are. 2. Assess the situation to understand what happened. 3. Identify...
Today, ask a colleague for feedback on your collaboration skills. Make it specific to an area you're keen to improve; whether it’s your adaptability, communication or empathy skills. And, ask at a time when there's less pressure and more openness. Be open to the feedback and...
The mind's job is to think, and it will naturally do so. So, when a thought pops up during meditation, don't get frustrated. You can't force the monkey mind to be still. Simply observe the thought. Then, if it's an irrelevant thought, let it pass by...
Most often, solutions involve many steps. So, when you're making solutions happen, take your solution and break it down into manageable steps. And then, focus on and work through, one step at a time. Take it step by step and you're likely to make solutions...
There are times when the mind is restless and tired, and it just doesn’t have the strength to focus. What to do when you can't focus during meditation? When you really can't focus, don't try too hard. Instead, just sit for a bit. Sit for a...
When someone isn't at their best, focus on their best. Think about their skills, strengths, and past successes, no matter how small. Focus on what you appreciate in them and keep this in mind whenever you think or interact with them. And you’ll not only create an...
If you're constantly jumping around from one task to another, like Tarzan swinging from vine to vine, it's going to leave you feeling frenzied, scattered and tired. For greater focus, effectiveness and balance, before moving onto the next task, take a moment to pause, think, and...
