The Foundations of Resilience – Self Esteem
Self-esteem is much talked about but it doesn't mean much; it's more useful to understand what contributes to self-esteem.
Think Small
Obsessing about the big picture can mean that we often fail to consider obvious solutions.
Ambitions and Pipe-Dreams
We function better when we feel that what we do has a purpose, but some ambitions may only be delusions; things we tell ourselves to get us through the day (or the year).
It’s a Wilderness Out There…
A wilderness experience can happen where you least expect it. Isolation can be a cleansing experience, but the real surprise is when your immersion in something new comes to an end.
The Wet Sponge Test
The wet sponge test might be fantasy, but does that mean it isn't useful?
The Unexamined Life
The inner life and the practice of its skills are the keys to living well.
If Arguments Are Unavoidable, Do It Right.
An argument are generally seen as destructive, though some people say the they 'clear the air'. Whatever your view, disputes are unavoidable so learning to argue effectively can mean a lot of heartache can be avoided.
Time to Blame Your Inner Critic?
Be careful who you listen to. Self-blame is an ugly habit that can wear you down. When an inner critic gets out of hand its time to call it out, just as you would with any voice raised against you.
Conflict: Agenda for Managers
When a dispute between employees becomes visible it usually falls to a manager to intervene but few are confident in doing this so they'll often ignore the conflict in the hope that it'll go away, downplay the seriousness of the disagreement, or approach it ineffectively. Research by OPP charts the costs and benefits of conflict, and a guide from CIPD identifies the behaviours that will help managers recognise and proactively manage disputes at work.
Find a Sacred Place – 2
In an earlier post I wrote about finding a 'sacred place'. There have been some questions about what I meant by 'sacred place'. Maybe this will clarify things a bit. Dictionary definitions seem to equate sacred with religious, and so does St. Google. I mean something different.
