I’m dragging today because I woke up at 3 a.m. and couldn’t fall back asleep because my mind was racing. At some point, this happens to all of us. You may be thinking about an upcoming deadline, vacation, or just how much the world has changed. Obviously, not all of these are bad thoughts. But, […]
Except for my immediate family, particularly my mom, not many people know that I get a serious bout of the “Sunday Scaries.” I’m sincerely not making light of this either. This is a real phenomenon that can have serious consequences. For those unfamiliar, this is a type of anticipatory anxiety regarding the upcoming week. It […]
As a leader, you most likely keep a schedule. Your schedule keeps you on track and tells you what you need to accomplish each day. There may be meetings, appointments, and events listed that you don’t want to forget. Leaders have always found that work and personal life intertwine and calendaring is the best weapon […]
Over the weekend I gave a friend a call to catch-up. He said that despite the holidays being different this year, in the scheme of things, he was doing well. And, he even had a good problem going into the thick of winter. It turns out that he received several gift cards as presents from […]
It’s a new year which means many of us are setting new goals and intentions for the next 12 months. It’s no secret that planning is key if you want to set yourself up for success. Everyone has bad days and bad weeks. However, there are only 52 weeks in a year so if all […]
2020, thankfully, is in the books. It’s been an incredibly difficult year that most of us can’t wait to put behind us. And, while January 1, 2021, won’t be all that much different, a new year means a clean slate. While things are challenging right now, let’s hope that the upcoming year will be better […]
As 2020, finally, has come to an end, I can’t help but reflect on how much the world has changed so quickly. For some of this has been overcoming mental health challenges and adjusting our lifestyles. Others have actually used the pandemic to finally put their priorities at the forefront, such as improving their health […]
If it were any other year, it probably wouldn’t have happened. But, 2020 was an exceptionally remarkable year. As such, I decided to reach out to a long-lost friend. I never wished any ill-will upon this person. I concluded several years ago that it was best to distance myself from him. On my part, I […]
Wash your hands. Wear a mask. Practice social distancing or stay home. You know the drill by now. These “musts” have been simple and practical ways to take care of your physical health during these tumultuous times? Certainly. But, they don’t do much for your mental health. While there are ways to cope and manage […]
After I walked my dog for her final bathroom break of the night, I came back inside, appreciating how pleasant it felt inside. After all, it was bitterly cold and frigid outside. But, to get my body temperature back up, I put on a pair of wool socks, made a cup of tea, and curdled […]
