“What Do You Do?”
Careless questions tend to produce dull answers. But beware. When you respond to something that is routine and customary in the same way, you may be missing an opportunity AND doing yourself down.
Fear of the Unknown Is the Worst Kind of Fear
A great asset though it is, you can't always trust your imagination.
Open plan is closing people off
Open plan is meant to improve productivity and efficiency. Cost-obsessed employers seem oblivious to what people really think about working this way, and the damage to morale and productivity. The research is showing that removing walls may take down some of the barriers, but it also increases some of the problems it is meant to fix.
A Little Light Relief
Researching and writing is anything but dull, if it is you are in the wrong field. Speaking of fields, I came across this video while looking into happiness.
Do Something Different (or, How To Worry)
Choosing how we think about ourselves and our lives is more helpful than waiting for life to happen to us then complaining that we got a raw deal. All it takes is some purposeful thinking and a little persistence. Here’s how to do something different. Or, in case that's too much trouble, I've provided a helpful list so that you can stick to what you know best.
Are You a Tree or a Chair?
You probably don't consider yourself to be either. I got thinking about this and once I'd engaged my metaphorical-thinking-train-of-thought things got a little out of hand. See what you think.
The Power of Not Yet…
Carol Qweck's compelling talk explains the vital importance of believing we can improve, and gives pointers on helping those we influence to do the same.
Therapy Myths – Good Reasons for Avoiding Therapy?
If you have ever given half a thought to getting professional help with something that is affecting your wellbeing, but decided against it, it may be time to do something different now. Remember that sometimes the best idea is the first idea, not the ones that come along later, especially if they keep you stuck where you are.
Hold Your Desires Lightly to Get What You Want
Desires are clingy! You probably want to get your own way from time to time. Maybe more often than you'll readily admit.
I’m Wrong About Most Things, At Some Point
We shroud ourselves in beliefs that help us feel secure. One of these is that things tomorrow will be the same as they were yesterday. But the idea that things don't change is a delusion, that is all. Nothing wrong with that, but it is best to recognise it, and to keep an open mind about what will happen next. The greater our need to keep things the way they are, the greater the risk of disappointment and even neurosis. Trying to control the uncontrollable is unpleasant for us, and...
