You were born with the ability to recognize when you are experiencing an emotion. Most small children will readily tell you what they are feeling and can strategically choose to express themselves at will. As you grew older, it’s likely you learned how to disregard your emotions, hide them as often as you can, and…
Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone we worked with lifted our spirits with their enthusiasm and good humor? You might say yes but realize this is a hallucination. Or you might say no because relentlessly happy people make you crazy. It’s not likely you or the people around you were born with a negative attitude….
You may be the most unquestioning, benevolent leader around but people may not trust you. I was teaching a coaching class to a group of leaders in a bank. I had to practically bribe someone to volunteer for a demonstration. Even then, I didn’t feel as if the man was sharing a problem he really…
Beyond the Golden and Platinum Rules, in our crazy busy world the one rule everyone should follow daily above all is, “Don’t be a jerk.” When I am frustrated, under pressure or running late, I masterfully rationalize my “jerky” behavior. I act as if my needs are more important than anyone else and I am…
Your brain is a control freak! In its effort to protect you, to keep you alive and safe, your brain can keep you from getting what you want if you don’t take the steps to stop it. I am not just talking about big goals. Generally, people are more deliberate when making major life and…
