We left you last week with the question: Why is it so hard to objectively observe your own thoughts? Here’s the answer: Because most of us believe that our thinking is reality. We
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A Better Understanding of Stress
Disclaimer: there are no instagram-level, quick-fix solutions to curing stress. So this newsletter is coming at you in two parts, and requires more than just a quick read.
What are hurt feelings?
In our line of work, we hear the phrase “hurt feelings” ALL THE TIME. Have you ever stopped to consider what this really means? How does one
The Root of Stress
This is another special request newsletter on stress! We have a lot to say on the topic, let’s get started. Stress is caused by suppressed feelings. That might
I think therefore…
We came across an article the other day that referenced Descartes famous line, “I think therefore I am.” It got us thinking. What a limiting idea! It’s not
Who’s Responsible for your mood?
Can you think back to a time when you were really annoyed? Pull it up and keep it in your mind. How did that affect your patience and
The infamous “unread” email
Have you ever gotten an email that you read, marked unread, and then thought about for days, even weeks, because you just don’t know how to respond?The next
It doesn’t go without saying
"It" usually goes away without saying. We would like to be at the vanguard of changing this phrase for good. How about: It goes better with saying.Here’s a
Are you planting upsets?
Have you ever argued that someone else caused your upset? For example, they said something or they did something that CAUSED you to be upset. You might have
Seeing Clearly – Real Vs. Reality
There is an important distinction to make between what is real and what is reality. Here’s an example that will help illuminate what we are talking about: A